11 Best Self-Defense Weapons for Men in 2023

What the Expert Recommends

GearLight 2-Pack S1000 LED Flashlights High Lumens

What the Expert Recommends

GearLight 2-Pack S1000 LED Flashlights High Lumens

ConsBest suited for use when being approached with some distance between you and a potential attacker.

A tactical flashlight is the most underrated self-defense weapon you could own. The high brightness levels and different flickering or flashing settings are smart ways to inhibit the vision of an attacker without even having to physically attack them back. Tactical flashlights often have jagged edges, which can be used to strike directly at an attacker.

Michael Corwin is a huge fan of carrying a tactical flashlight for these reasons. “When I am out at night or early morning, I carry a small tactical flashlight in my hand,” says Corwin. “They’re inexpensive, can be held single hand, and can be used to change the dynamics of an attack by flashing the light into the attacker’s eyes—thus, causing them to momentarily shut their eyes or turn their head,” says Corwin.

Best for Everyday Carry

CRKT Williams Tactical Pen

Best for Everyday Carry

CRKT Williams Tactical Pen

ConsA little expensive considering it could get lost easily

Made from precision-machined aluminum and outfitted with ink that’s suitable for writing in outdoor conditions, this tactical pen has the ability to work as a solid everyday pen. As for self-defense? The design on the end of the pen is intentionally crafted to be used to jab and break away when in close quarters with an attacker.

Best Incognito Knife

Gerber GDC Money Clip

Best Incognito Knife

Gerber GDC Money Clip

ConsCan’t carry the knife into areas with security

Knives are one of the first weapons that come to mind for self-defense, but they can often be dangerous to the user if they don’t know how to properly weld one. Being that you understand the threat of a knife being turned back against you, this unique money clip with a hidden blade could prove to be a smart tool to carry for self-defense. What’s nice is if you are anticipating going through secured areas, like TSA, you can leave the small blade attachment at home and just use this wallet to carry your cash and up to five cards.

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Best Alarm

She’s Birdie The Original Personal Safety Alarm

Best Alarm

She’s Birdie The Original Personal Safety Alarm

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ConsNo striking function on device

She’s Birdie was founded by women who wanted to create a better personal safety device. The Original Personal Safety Alarm comes in a stylish design that can clip onto a backpack or keys for easy carry. When there’s a threat, all you have to do is pull on the device and watch as it breaks away from its top ring. Then, an alarm that reaches a screaming 130 decibels will go off and the strobe light on the front will activate. What’s great is when you want to reset the alarm, all you have to do is clip the device back into its key holder. This is a smart device that can be used to ward off an attacker before they even get close.

Best Whistle

Daily Carry Co. TiWhistle Titanium Emergency Whistle

Best Whistle

Daily Carry Co. TiWhistle Titanium Emergency Whistle

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ConsCan get lost if not attached to key ring

A loud safety whistle is another way you can ward off potential threats from humans and animals. This emergency titanium whistle blasts a piercing 120 decibels and is small enough to hook on your key ring. It weighs a lofty 0.14 ounces. The TiWhistle can even be used as a dog training whistle.

Best Taser

Sabre Self-Defense Kit with Pepper Spray and Stun Gun with Flashlight

Best Taser

Sabre Self-Defense Kit with Pepper Spray and Stun Gun with Flashlight

Sabre is a well-known name in the world of self-defense products. This duo set of pepper spray and a stun gun is all you need to protect yourself at a safe distance from any potential attacker. The pepper spray has a 10-foot range and contains a UV-marking dye to help police catch the criminal, should they try to run away. If, for some reason, the pepper spray doesn’t deter an attacker, bring in the stun gun. The handheld stun gun delivers a painful 1.250 µC (micro coulombs) charge to help defend against an attacker, which the brand says produces intolerable pain.

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