http://www.artipot.com/authors/7681/carlton-straeker/ Latest articles by Carlton Straeker from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/323259/cold-steel-tai-pan-the-ultimate-combat-knife.htm Cold Steel knives are known for their sharpness, durability, reliability, workmanship, and performance. Such a fixed blade is the Tai Pan from Cold Steel designed for sheer combat effectiveness. Its composition and characteristics are the reasons for its fighting ability. Wed, 08 Apr 2009 02:23:01 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/323259/cold-steel-tai-pan-the-ultimate-combat-knife.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/199204/escrima-stick-versus-expandable-baton.htm The majority of the public would pick the expandable baton since it is flashier. Witnessing the baton being whipped out with a distinct locking sound seem sensational. Compare that with seeing a plain Escrima stick at the ready without dramatic and sound effects would seem dull. However, the essence of these impact weapons does not lie in their initial execution but with... Tue, 09 Sep 2008 23:30:06 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/199204/escrima-stick-versus-expandable-baton.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/193585/advancements-in-defensive-chemical-agents.htm Not until recently have some pepper sprays improved their effectiveness by increasing the active ingredient, OC, by 10% and by formulating a mixture of pepper and tear gas, even adding UV dye to their contents. However, the biggest jump in chemical spray technology is its methods of delivery. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 22:36:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/193585/advancements-in-defensive-chemical-agents.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/187990/effective-and-affordable-home-protection.htm Several home protection products are currently in the market that are effective, affordable, and clever. They offer an alternative solution to the often pricey wired and wireless home alarm systems by well known security companies such as ADT and Brinks without monthly monitoring fees of at least $30. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:40:58 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/187990/effective-and-affordable-home-protection.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/184034/tricked-out-handguns-an-enhancement-or-a-hindrance.htm Are tricked out handguns an enhancement or a hindrance? The solution seems obvious but is it? The more complicated a device, the more likely it will break down. When all else fails in terms of failure of performance enhancing gadgetry, the successful deployment of a firearm falls in the sole ability of the shooter. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:57:02 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/184034/tricked-out-handguns-an-enhancement-or-a-hindrance.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/156966/the-idiocy-of-mainstream-american-energy-policies.htm For what people around the world consider the U.S. as the richest, most powerful, and most efficient country on the globe, how did we get to face the dilemmas of higher gasoline, energy, and food prices? The answer lies in our idiotic mainstream energy policies such as adoptions of no new oil explorations, over reliance of alleged renewable sources of energy, and a... Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:25:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/156966/the-idiocy-of-mainstream-american-energy-policies.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/137206/firearm-the-ultimate-tool-for-home-defense.htm No hardware is as effective as a gun in securing your household. It has the reach, accuracy, and lethality in neutralizing an intruder or a group of intruders. Furthermore, it can be utilized either defensively or offensively, depending on the circumstances. Its effectiveness depends on the type of firearm, the skill of the user, and the surrounding area. Sun, 18 May 2008 22:49:08 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/137206/firearm-the-ultimate-tool-for-home-defense.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/122002/the-finer-points-of-choosing-the-right-non-lethal-self-defense-devices.htm This article guides the reader to the right path in choosing the most functional and non-lethal self-protection devices such as Kubotans, pepper sprays, stun guns, and Tasers, including the pocket knife. Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:14:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/122002/the-finer-points-of-choosing-the-right-non-lethal-self-defense-devices.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/120548/c2-taser-the-compact-civilian-taser-has-finally-arrived.htm The C2 Taser is a truly compact and non-lethal weapon available to civilians. Now, law-abiding citizens can confront, when cornered with no avenue of escape, a criminal armed with a gun or a knife. This article will explore the capabilities and limitations of the C2. Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:16:37 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/120548/c2-taser-the-compact-civilian-taser-has-finally-arrived.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/119080/kubotan-diminutive-and-subtle-but-packs-a-punch.htm A simple yet effective mini-baton that can be used as a self-defense tool. Fri, 04 Apr 2008 06:54:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/119080/kubotan-diminutive-and-subtle-but-packs-a-punch.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/119076/vigilance-the-solution-to-americas-rising-crime-problem.htm This article exposes the reader to the growing crime problem, especially violent ones, in the United States and how the average citizen can exercise vigilance in dealing with that problem. Fri, 04 Apr 2008 06:44:45 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/119076/vigilance-the-solution-to-americas-rising-crime-problem.htm