Stun guns are one of the most popular self defense products in the world. They have been around for a long time. Their effectiveness is documented by their use by law enforcement agencies throughout the world. If they are good enough for them maybe you should consider one.

Stun weapons are handheld devices that have two prongs at the end of the device. Touching an attacker with the prongs and pressing a button will create an electrical current to go from the prongs through the garments of the attacker into his body, causing the attacker to lock up and collapse.

The pulsed current causes muscles to work super fast, quickly depleting them of needed blood sugars. They interrupt the tiny nerve stimuli that control muscle movement causing disorientation and loss of balance. They work!

Here's a list of five of the best to protect you.

1. Hot Shot Stun Gun-975,000 volts in a package the size of the palm of your hand. Because it is so small it is perfect for a woman to hide and conceal in her purse. This powerful stun device has a safety switch to prevent accidental discharge and a red light to let you know it is ready to fire.

2. Red Cell Phone Stun Gun-This powerful stunner looks just like a cell phone but isn't making it a great way to use surprise in your favor. Once you zap your assailant don't stand around-leave and get help. This comes with a fee leatherette holster and a lifetime warranty. At $44.95 it is a great value.

3. Double Trouble Stun Gun-This is one of the most unique self defense products there is. 1.2 million volts in a shape that spreads the contacts out so there is 5 inches between them not the normal 1.5 inches. It is perfect for carrying on a walk using the hand strap. It has a carrying case with belt clip for easy carrying.

4. 100,000 volt Stun Gun-The price is what makes this so good. It is one of the least expensive and smallest stun guns there is. It is $22.00 and comes with a lifetime warranty.

5. Talon Mini-This stun device is 4 inches tall making it one of the smallest there is. It is very reliable and cost effective at $22.00.

As an added bonus these stun guns make an intimidating noise and display sparks when activated as if to say-"don't mess with me." When are you getting one?