Question 1

Can beginners use Spikey safely?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Spikey is incredibly intuitive to use.
Proper guidance improves safety, control, and responsible application.

Question 2

Is Spikey real-world proven?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Spikey was developed by Sifu Sapir Tal based on decades of experience teaching hand-to-hand combat, both civilian and military, including:

Israel Defense Forces
Israel Ministry of Defense
Air Marshals Service
NYPD

Question 3

Can Spikey cause serious injury?

Accepted Answer

Spikey is designed to disrupt and create an opportunity to escape, not to cause unnecessary or permanent harm. Its purpose is control, deterrence, and protection.

Question 4

Does Spikey require strength or force to use?

Accepted Answer

Spikey does not replace force — it multiplies it, enhancing the effect of offensive and defensing moves while protecting the hand during impact.

However, it's not a passive self-defense tool, and requires a minimal amount force in order to create the enough pressure or force to effectively work.

Question 5

What makes Spikey unique compared to other tools?

Accepted Answer

Spikey integrates directly with the hand, preserves tactile awareness, and protects the user’s hand while amplifying the effect of applied force.

Also, Spikey is trainable, safe to its handler, and reliable, anywhere, anytime.

Question 6

Can Spikey be used in stressful situations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is designed to function under pressure, relying on simple, direct movements rather than complex techniques.

Question 7

Is Spikey suitable for seniors or teens?

Accepted Answer

With appropriate instruction and supervision, Spikey can be suitable for  mature and responsible teens, and seniors seeking an added layer of personal protection.

Question 8

Is Spikey cleanable?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Spikey is made from a single-cast proprietary polymer that's nearly indestructable. You can use any of these methods to clean it:

Brush with a sponge, soap, and water to remove debris and natural oils.
Wipe with 70% alcohol or white vinegar for rouger stains.
Place Spikey in the dishwasher, even at high temperatures.

Question 9

Can I use Spikey with small hands?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Spikey was tailored to female ergonomics in the first place.

For those with much smaller hands, Spikey becomes even more effective, since a smaller hand makes the spikes even more protruding.

A GAME-CHANGER IN SELF-DEFENSE

SELF DEFENSE - REINVENTED

What makes Spikey unique?

Effective

Reliable

Discreet

Non-Lethal

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