My "2 cents" on pepper spray from first hand knowledge:<br>Pepper spray is better than nothing, but:<br><br>Don't be over confident, because depite what some people say, it doesn't always work or there may be a delayed response and your still going to have a fight on your hands. <br><br>The aerosol pepper spray works on the theory that it has to be a mist in the air to properly work. If it doesn't mix with the air and you just spray liquid on the subject, it doesn't kick in until it mixes with the air. You're best bet is if you can, back off and spray a mist in the direction of your attacker. <br><br>Be prepared for the possiblity that you might get hit with some of the spray or the subject may take it from you and spray you. IT HURTS LIKE HELL!!!!<br><br>Like any weapon , if you can get training, get training. If not read as much as you can about it to know it's strengths and weaknesses.<br><br>Good luck and stay safe.