Personal security on board

[PeterK]

I don't want to open a discussion on 2nd amendment issues but will say my SO is not comfortable having fire arms on board. What alternatives, i.e. Taser, mace, tactical batons, etc. does anyone have experience with? I'm also curious what alarm systems folks have on board. We hope to make some decisions during the next couple of months as it is our intent to spend a large amount of our time in the future on the hook. The master plan is summer and fall in the Chesapeake and to do some extensive Caribbean cruising next winter.

I thank all in advance.
Peter

BTW we have come up with our vessel's new name: Moor to Life. Documentation is in process and we will advise all when the renaming ceremony will take place! It most likely will be at Loggerhead in Stuart in the next month or two. Love to meet any local HOF members when we have the date set.

[Boatsb]

Just fly a white flag so they can come aboard and rob you peacefully. Firearms in the right hands (yours) is the best defense ans did youthe realize you just broadcast the boats name and your unwillingness to defend yourself online? Don't worry no bad people would ever read web posts to find new victims.

[Bob Bradley]

Maybe the SO could get her black belt.

Or, you coud get a new SO.

[Kim Beatley]

You guys are so nice!!! But the truth is a good friend in your right (or left) hand is the only way to go; one that likes 410 shells or even a 45.

[bobk]

Peter,

We are almost neighbors. You will find a few other Hatts at Loggerhead Stuart. Just went by there today on my Angler. I live in Port St Lucie on Kitching Cove.

Bobk
Chateau de Mer

[Boatsb]

Close enough for a tazer or a club means your already screwed. Be realistic or stay on land. Cruising open waters is no place for pacifists.

[SeaEric]

You guys are so nice!!! But the truth is a good friend in your right (or left) hand is the only way to go; one that likes 410 shells or even a 45.

Yep. It's a Taurus model called The "Judge". It's on my short list of 2013 purchases.

[Artzco]

Yep. It's a Taurus model called The "Judge". It's on my short list of 2013 purchases.

You got that right. My "Judge" is my jury and protector.

[Mike36c]

Peter, there is no '911' when cruising the islands, keep that in mind when choosing a defense. Some one-on-one firearm training with SO would be time well spent and remember, the intent is to never fire on anyone but much like a parachute, when you need it....

[rmatt]

Firearms-- Better to have one and not need it than to need one and not have it. Firearm is no more dangerous than the person holding on to it. That being said, you need to know the laws for firearms in each and every port you may visit. A shotgun would be my choice. Less laws and restrictions in most places. Remington and Mossberg both make or made stainless versions. Agree very much on the training.