How to Use Everyday Objects For Self Defense

You might be surprised at all of the everyday objects that could save your life in a self defense situation. While it's fine to carry mace or a taser in most states, it's still best to know what you can do to keep yourself safe if you find yourself without a standard weapon nearby. In this article I've got a list of three ordinary objects that you might carry on any given day that can do serious damage in street fight and help you stay safe.

1. Walking Stick / Umbrella - Whether long and slender or short and compact, an umbrella or a cane can come in very handy in a street fight. A cane is obviously a good choice for fending off knife attacks and wielding like a club. They tend to be hard and solid enough to take a good swing with. Umbrellas, on the other hand, aren't well suited for bludgeoning but are perfect for striking nerve points. Even a cheap, compact umbrella can do a lot of good when slammed against the inside bone of an attackers forearm and wrist, or into the nerve cluster at the ears. Cheap umbrellas may not seem like much, but any weapon can help give you an edge and sometimes a slight edge is all it takes.


2. Wallet - This one surprises most people. A man's folding wallet is actually a great weapon for close quarters fighting. The reason is that they are usually reinforced with credit cards that make the wallets very rigid. To use properly, just place the open end of the wallet deep into the palm of your hand and use it to thrust the hard edge at your attacker. It's best used against the throat to apply pressure to the Adam's apple or as a strike to the bridge of the nose. Go ahead, take out your wallet and play with it, you might be surprised what you can do with it.


3. Car Keys - It's so easy to forget sometimes that most of us keep a set of jagged, pointy metal spikes in our pockets. Should you find yourself in a position to grab for your keys in a fight, don't hesitate. Grab the heaviest, longest key you have and grip it tightly between your thumb and forefinger. Slice if you must, but a well placed jab to the eyes, face or throat can end a fight very quickly.