Defender Two 2024
Defender Two
The first Defenders came into existence in 1997 when I was introduced to the concept by my teacher, Master Ed Martin (RIP). He showed me a tool called the ‘Duk’, which you put your fingers into. It had only two features for self-defense. As an engineer, I asked him for permission to take the idea and engineer it, and he gladly gave me his blessing to do so.
The first in the invention line was the Guppy, followed by the Rabbit, and then what became our standard carry tool, the Defender 1.
One of the revelations of the Defender 1 was the addition of a sharp rear point. As we used the Defender 1 in class, I watched how that sharp point was a game-changer. So, I said, “Hey, if one point is good, why not have three sharp points?”
The other game-changer was the soft tissue area of the Defender 1. It looked like little squares, and it worked really well.
However, what if you were to take those “Squares” and make them into triangles? The saw tooth points would be sharp as heck and securely grab soft tissue. In addition, the pain from the saw teeth was 500% more than the squares.
Also, the end of the Defender 1’s handle was round, but when you struck it, it hurt like heck, too. But what if it was a point?
Now, for counter-grab work, when someone grabs you, the bottom of the Defender 2 is now an extremely painful surface. You poke holes in the back of hands, arms, or even their heads. It has far more stopping power than a Defender 1, so it became a more aggressive tool, should you need to carry one. It gave you more options for your self-defense.
It also has a digit capture hole to trap fingers or thumbs for more control over your attacker. The thought is that if you can capture a digit, the fight stops, and then all you need to do is wait for the authorities to come take over the attacker.
The two sharp points on the head of the tool are great to stop someone from punching or kicking at you, well, more than once. It is easy to hold up your hand with the Defender 2 point such that a punch or kick runs right into that sharp point. Ouch!
As we made some prototypes, it became clear that capturing a digit was easier than we thought. In addition, the sawtooth section for attacking soft tissue was nothing short of wicked and allowed more options for pulling people out of your car, off other people in a fight, and that sort of scenario.
We didn’t have a Kydex holster then, but the breakaway lanyard worked very well. These tools have even been used in war zones, giving our troops more options for dealing with the enemy.
Many Defender 2’s were put on small cords called lanyards, and they dangled from the soldier’s wrists as they performed searches on enemy combatants.
It warmed my heart to be able to give our warfighters nonlethal options that I, as an Army Veteran, never had.
Key Features:
- Triple-point design for enhanced effectiveness
- Sawtooth section for superior soft tissue engagement
- Pointed handle end for increased striking power
- Aggressive counter-grab surface on the bottom
- Digit capture hole for controlling attackers
- Dual sharp points on the head for deterring strikes
- Compatible with breakaway lanyards for easy carry
- Non-lethal design offering multiple defensive options
- Proven effectiveness in various scenarios, including military use
- Compact and easily concealable
- Engineered improvement over the original Defender 1
- Access to unlimited free online training via the Defender website
The Defender 2 has a place in our military history, but you can own a piece of that, too. It will serve you well in your self-defense, and it is easy to use. The Defender website offers unlimited online training for free. Get several for anti-home invasion and anti-carjacking. You can now take them almost everywhere you go.
The Defender 2 should not be taken into places that don’t allow knives or similar items. It won’t make it through the TSA either, so check it in should you need to fly or the like.
The Defender 2 is a powerful self-defense tool intended for responsible use only in genuine self-defense situations. Users must comply with all local, state, and federal laws regarding self-defense tools.
This tool has sharp points and is not suitable for carrying through TSA screening areas or on vehicles unless stored in checked baggage. Always review TSA’s list of prohibited items and understand the laws for carrying self-defense tools in your intended locations.
For air travel, consider using TSA-approved alternatives like the Guppy or Traveler Defender.
All Defender products, including the Defender 2, are designed by Master Peter Brusso for ethical and legal use only. Proper training and responsible ownership are essential.
