Sabre Pepper Gel - Fast Flip Top, Snap-Clip Keychain, Easy to Use & Carry, Maximum Police Strength OC Spray with UV Dye for Self Defense, 10 Second Spray Time, Finger Grip for Faster Aim, 0.54 fl oz

I chose the gel version because it’s much safer to use if there’s a breeze. I did a quick test on a target, and the stream is very accurate and stays exactly where you aim it. Unlike regular spray, it doesn't create a cloud that might blow back into your own face. The finger grip naturally aligns your hand so you’re always pointing it in the right direction. It's a professional-grade tool that's very easy for a beginner to handle.

I ordered two of these pepper gels so I could test one out. This spray works as described- it is small and compact and offers around 10 seconds of spray time. I was able to stand back about 8-10 feet from a piece of cardboard I set up as a target outside and once I got the handle of where the gel would strike, was able to aim pretty accurately. A small note: when I first sprayed this, I noticed it aimed a bit more upwards than I was expecting, which meant I had to adjust down to get it to hit where I wanted. I do not think this is a product fault, but something of a small learning curve for someone like me who has never used pepper spray/gel before. While I cannot attest to the actual effectiveness of the pepper gel itself (I did not want to spray this in my eyes) the smell was strong enough to assure me it would be effective against anyone it may be used against. The UV reactivity also lasted for quite a while as I smudged some of the gel onto the back of my hand and shone a blacklight on it before and after washing. The glow is not bright, but it is markedly present even after at least two scrubs and a few hours and I'm sure would be even more noticeable if a larger amount was sprayed onto someone.

I use these for self protection while I am a private driver. Being black with the black interior of my car you can’t tell where it’s located. Small fits in the hand perfect great in the purse easy to use very effective.

Great product and it’s easy to carry it attached to my keychain. I would recommend it

The biggest problem is that the bottom can come apart. The bottom is only held on by small plastic clips, which seam to weaken over time. One accidental yank on the pepper spray when the keys get caught on a pocket or something else will result in the bottom coming off. From then on, it's weaker and falls off more often. (I might try super gluing it on to prevent this.) Overall it's a good keyring pepper spray. The finger protection ensures that it never goes off by accident. I've carried this daily for about 3 years now with zero accidental discharges. It's a little bulky, and I do wish they made a smaller one as an option. And the gel is easy to use and aim.

This is the one! I've found the Flip Top to be safer than the style with the locking lever. The flip top won't go off in my pocket like the lever did. The lever can gradually move into the discharge position, and then you have hot pockets. All Sabre products are excellent, and are recommended, but this is the one I use. It takes slightly longer to deploy by feel, because the top is uniform and it takes a little longer to locate the flipper. In situations that might require its use, I find the flipper and hold it in my jacket pocket.

I always make sure my wife carries one of these when she’s alone. Great product, reliable and discreet. The black color is perfect since it’s stealth, unlike the bright colors that can draw attention. You don’t always want someone realizing you’re carrying pepper gel, especially if they’re up to no good. Pepper gel is far better than traditional mace. It sprays farther and won’t affect everyone nearby, including yourself. The product arrived in great packaging and has a 4-year expiration date, which is great. I’ve bought these before with only a 2-year shelf life, so double-check when you get yours. If it’s less than 4 years, I’d suggest returning it.

So I don't know about their effectiveness because I haven't had to use them but they also haven't gone off by accident and are easy to handle. They are easy to carry and easy to conceal because of their size.