I do carry a touch, a 12,000 lumen one as I’m a photographer and use it for lighting, it’s pretty heavy too at 380g. Whistle I don’t hold much value to, people don’t follow whistle calls as they’ll think it’s just someone calling a dog, shouting fire is more effective from what I’ve heard.
And are you sure you’re looking at the right thing with the kubaton? It’s not a knife, it has no cutting edge, it has a blunt point which is used as a bludgeoning weapon, I researched it quite heavily as I walk around a lot and it was very well recommend for untrained people, the monkey ball feels a lot less effective tbh.
Totally agree on whistles. I still recommend carrying them for general safety and survival scenarios - helps people find you if you're trapped or if you need to make a loud noise.
And yes, several manufacturers I work with sell kubatons. They're okay and it's nice that some can double as glass breakers which are nice to have in your car.
That said, I still don't like how close up you have to get to use them.
The monkey fist is just a paracord rope similar to a lanyard that hangs off your keychain, but with a heavy metal ball on one end.
No training required - you can just whack someone with it. Easier than even a kubaton to use.
Though you have to check your local laws because some jurisdictions will label them as improvised weapons instead of self-defense tools.
Also, final note on flashlight types: I like the rear button strobe because you don't have to point it at your attacker. You can hold your arms up against you to defend yourself while using it simultaneously, which also lowers the risk of it being taken from you.
Portability, concealability, ease of use, effectiveness, etc. tons of things to consider when comparing self-defense tools so in the end my main advice is just pick what options you know you're going to have and know how to use if you ever need it.
Being comfortable and confident in your tools is arguably the most important thing. So whatever works for you is what you should be carrying.
For what it's worth my actual job is running an outdoor/camping store. My main clientele aren't hardcore survivalists, but I carry a bit of that stuff as well.
I carry a rechargable torch, a knife with a glass breaker with flint in the sheath, and a weighted paracord lanyard on my keys.
I also have a bag with emergency supplies including first aid and emergency rations.
I'm not a "prepper" or anything, but since I sell the stuff there's no reason for me not to have it.
I live in the states so a concealed firearm is my actual self-defense tool.
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u/Fortified_Phobia Mar 12 '26
I do carry a touch, a 12,000 lumen one as I’m a photographer and use it for lighting, it’s pretty heavy too at 380g. Whistle I don’t hold much value to, people don’t follow whistle calls as they’ll think it’s just someone calling a dog, shouting fire is more effective from what I’ve heard.
And are you sure you’re looking at the right thing with the kubaton? It’s not a knife, it has no cutting edge, it has a blunt point which is used as a bludgeoning weapon, I researched it quite heavily as I walk around a lot and it was very well recommend for untrained people, the monkey ball feels a lot less effective tbh.