There are two ways to detect counterfeit money: 1) by looking at the physical characteristics of the bill, and 2) by scanning the bill through a special lamp designed to detect fake currency. HOW TO DETECT COUNTERFEIT MONEY THROUGH PHYSICAL INSPECTION Counterfeiters may be able to copy one or two security features but definitely not all eight of them. If you know how to check these eight features, you should be able to quickly spot a fake […]

According to the National Safety Council, road accidents killed more than 40,000 people in 2017. It is the second consecutive year the United States has had fatalities close to this figure. While carmakers have modernized car safety features to prevent accidents, the death toll remains high. Many of these deaths were preventable if the driver was not speeding, drunk, fatigued or distracted. Make sure you and your passengers are safe while on the road. Here are some

When you think of lockpicking, odds are the image of burglars entering your home comes to mind. While this is the most popular idea of lockpicking, there are a lot of unique uses for this skill. If you’re ever locked out of your home, are looking to pick up a new hobby, or you’ve just joined the locksmith industry, you’re going to want to know a little more about lockpicking sets. Here are a few tips you

Rumor has it that sonic nausea is the new self defense trend that will change everything. Typically manufactured by a military tactical supply company, sonic nausea devices are used to protect yourselves against potential thieves and attackers without the need for guns or knives. These are small, but powerful tools that are quite efficient and easy to keep on you at all times. Here is what you should know: HOW IT WORKS Sonic nausea devices go by

No one wants to be a victim of an attack. Although we never expect it to happen to us, we shouldn’t take the risk of being unprepared. Whether you end up in a dark alley after a wild party, are walking alone to your car, or are simply heading home from an event, you should always be equipped with a self defense tool to stay safe. You know the saying that small things can pack quite a

Did you know that children are the future? Well, adolescents are the very near future! Adolescents, often also known as teens and tweens, may look the same size as adults, but are still very much like children. In this era of unsafe schools and an even unsafer world, everyone should seek to protect and preserve themselves. This holds true for adolescents. As these youngsters grow up and mature, they are more likely to want to go out

Welcome to the world of the nanny cam. This controversial device has sparked numerous debates the world over. Whether you’re pro nanny cam or a definite hidden camera detractor, it’s important to know what they are, the legality surrounding them, and the pros and cons of using one. Thankfully, we’re here to give you some insider info. We’ve been helping people protect themselves for years at Self Defense Superstore. We’ve learned a thing or two about hidden

The FBI estimates that one in every thirty-six homes will be broken into annually. While this might not sound like a large number, consider the number of houses on your street. At least one will be burglarized according to these statistics. More importantly, each break in costs homeowners more than $2,000 in damages. This totals to upwards of $4 billion each year. That’s saying nothing of your lost peace of mind and feelings of violation. It’s clear

Nearly eight million property crimes took place in 2016, totaling over fifteen billion losses. In the same year, violent crimes were up across the board by a troubling four percent. This amounts to well over one million assaults, robberies, rapes, and murders. Such figures stress the importance of protecting yourself and your family. With 2018 knocking on the door, it’s the perfect time to think about New Year’s resolutions and how you can incorporate your loved ones’

Holiday parties are a unique, one of a kind experience with their own drinks, music, activities and traditions. There is a different, and more festive spirit. This can be the time of the year where people that normally stay reserved let their hair down. After all, it’s the holidays, that one time of the year to truly make the most of the moment. It is not, however, a time to let your guard down. There is still