Non Lethal Force options for personal protection?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Graham Cracker, Mar 18, 2023.

  1. smokey12

    smokey12 Road Train Member

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    Yup that's it..if you are looking for a good non lethal option that's it..aim just above the eyes two second bursts. It's potent. Our department has been using it since the early 90's and still uses it.
     
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    Did you check the label by chance Smokey? I'm curious it it's the same capsaicin blend and %? I'm guessing it is since Amazon wont let me order:

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  3. smokey12

    smokey12 Road Train Member

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    Yes that's the stuff..not sure why it says unavailable in your area..there are plenty of suppliers on line
     
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    Tumbleweed TowMan Medium Load Member

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    Does any of the following apply to you? .....

    States With Pepper Spray Restrictions New York: New York Residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers or licensed Pharmacists in that state. Massachusetts: Massachusetts residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers in that state. States Where Pepper Spray Have Some Restrictions Michigan: OC Pepper spray can be no stronger than a 2% concentrate. CS is the only Tear Gas accepted and can be no larger then 35 grams per can. No combination spray allowed. Wisconsin: Pepper only. No Tear gas, UV Dye or combination sprays. OC can be no stonger than a 10% solution. Can must be between 15-60 grams only. Must have safety feature. California: Canisters cannot be more than 2.5 ounces.
     
  5. Arctic_fox

    Arctic_fox Experienced mx13 execrator

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    Im still waffleing on getting a german shepherd or a dobermen for that reason. I just keep holding off because loseing my dakota was one of the worst experinces of my life. And im unsure how good a quality of life i can give a pup as an otr driver. Not to mention safety issues.

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    I miss that dog even if he tended to dig up my bed and make a nest.
     
  6. Long FLD

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    I’ve never done a puppy in a truck. Both of the dogs I had I adopted, the first one was a little over a year old and my current dog was around two when I adopted her. I don’t think I could deal with puppy energy in the cab.
     
  7. Arctic_fox

    Arctic_fox Experienced mx13 execrator

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    Understandable and not a bad thought but im still worried. Im a rock truck so the potential for a dog to get hurt if it jumps out while i have a door open to watch myself dumping or at someplace like a coke plant is pretty high. Maybe im parinoid but that door stays open a lot. Ah well the day i hang up my keys for a desk im getting a dog.
     
  8. kemosabi49

    kemosabi49 Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    The last thing a puppy needs is to be stuck in an OTR truck day in and day out. A day or a few days here and there would be ok and probably good training for a future truck dog, but they need to be able to run and explore their new world.
     
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    Graham Cracker Light Load Member

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    Got it! Just a 2oz pictured. Gonna order a 4oz also.

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  10. smokey12

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    Good deal, that stuff is on fire. The only thing that expires is the cannister, should last you a few years. Expiration date should be on the bottom of the container Good Luck!