How to Use a Kubotan

One of my favorite weapons is the kubotan.  I prefer the ones made with metal alloy because they hold up well, are strong and reliable, and will not break when you use them.

The kubotan is a handy weapon that can be carried as a keychain.  Much more effective than using your keys, and you will always have it with you when you need it.

The techniques for using a kubotan can be used as effectively with pens, toothbrushes, the handle on eating utensils, sticks – anything that is handy will work just as effectively.  Tactical pens are used in the same way.

The thing about carrying a weapon is it is never there when you need it.  You have to reach for a gun or open your knife, but when you attach your keys to your kubotan, you have it in your hand, ready to go.
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Seven Basic Self-Defense Moves for Women

Which self-defense moves are right for you?

There are many different styles and schools to choose from.  Some teach strictly self-defense, others incorporate the martial arts.  How do you know what is right for you?

The first thing to remember is that the body is limited in what it can do and what it can take. There are only so many ribs to break, eyes to poke, shins to kick, if you get my drift. But combine the different techniques with all the different points to attack, and suddenly you have a book full of self-defense moves.

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