Has anyone had to use this for defense?
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I haven't yet. I hope I never have to. I DO carry it with me if I feel the environment is "sketchy."
671084
I haven't had any issues with it, but then, I don't handle it all that rough.The same company also makes the JobRocker, which has a guard rail around it and is meant to be rough and tumble... might be worth looking into...
65289
It has for me. However, you have to make sure the feet are securely staked to the ground because it really hits the targets hard. It is not a very heavy piece, but has held up well to this point.
1575102
Don't know I have never tried it for that purpose. However, I believe others have without problem
1151510
I have not but have had 90lbs on it with no issues several times. The clip does seem a little light weight ( so to speak) but it held. I figure when and if it fails I will just replace it with a carabiner.
290389
So far I've had no problems with its durability. It hasn't broken and seems very strong. The only possible downside is that it shakes a bit during high intensity activity (I use mine for freerunning and parkour). Not really anything you can do about that though from what I can see.
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No I haven't I used what was supplied it is strong so if you want to remove it after you can't ... I just moved left mine behind an purchased a new one !! I would give the command strips a try if you don't want to damage your walls but not sure how well they hold up ...
1952041
I ran mine in the same room with no troubles. Did not realize you should not. :( the defender was given to me. It is amazing.
418738
If it has I can't find it on their website. But I can tell you that, based on the way it is installed (several long screws into either a wood floor or concrete slab), and the fact that it is down low makes it very strong. An intruder would break a deadbolt or door chain off of the door jamb WAY before they could get past this device.
604845
Mine has gotten better over time, but its still hard. I'm okay with it since it adds a little more security :)
968458
Seriously??? Did you not read the description of this "wonderful" product? It is made of military grade aluminum alloy; and believe me, I don't think you or anyone else would want to take a hit from it. As to "will it break if used like a bat", don't know as I have not tried it in that capacity. I have no doubt that it can do serious bodily injury if used properly and probably break a window(s) if needed. My sister and two friends now own a Barbarian after seeing mine.
2035819
I have used this for mostly stick fighting. However, I have done some sparring and contact training with it and it will take a good kick or punch. It offers pretty good protection. Hope this helps!!!
947798
It's pretty bulky for over a range, you'd likely need to build out for it. It's made for counters.
79915
It depends on the surface you use it and what side of the defender is in contact with the laptop. You can get both effects which can be an advantage
920721
Doesnt make a good defensive weapon imo. Unless you have experience with knife fighting, you might end up hurting yourself just as much. Its a big knife, feels solid and sturdy in the hand, but just doesnt feel balanced right for defense.
862964
Yes it holds it up well; I haven't removed it yet so I don't know about taking it down. If you are in doubt, use Command stickies by Dow. :o) -Deborah
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I mounted mine using Command Strips about a year ago and it's still going strong. You have to be a little creative about it and make sure that they cure before you hang anything on it. I can't promise it'll work if you're using to hold any particularly heavy knives or tools, but it works for me.