Kubotans

The Kubotan was originally introduced by Grandmaster Takayuki Kubota in the mid-1970’s, and gained popularity after Kubota taught LAPD officers how to use it to subdue unruly suspects. Now, the Kubotan is one of the most widely carried self-defense tools around.

It may look like the end of long key chain ornament, but the Kubotan’s end is a very effective pressure point weapon that can attack any point a finger can, but with greater power. If someone grabs you from behind, you can jam the end of the Kubotan into their hand or forearm causing instant pain to your attacker.

The Kubotan can also be used to stabilize your fist for punching, and it makes an excellent tool for wrist locks and other pressure point applications.