Mace
Self-Defense Sprays Since 1965
Mace is the name that started it all — the original self-defense spray, so iconic that “mace” became the word for the whole category. At Keep Shooting we carry two of its strongest formulas: the long-range Magnum 3 Pepper Gel and the law-enforcement TakeDown OC-Foam, both loaded with max-strength 10% OC and a UV identifying dye. Proven protection that fits in a pocket.
About Mace
Mace practically invented the personal-defense spray, and at Keep Shooting we carry two of its strongest everyday-carry options — a long-range pepper gel and a law-enforcement OC foam. Find them with the rest of our pepper spray.
The Spray That Named a Category
Chemical Mace was created in 1965 by Allan Lee Litman and his wife Doris, after a colleague of Doris’s was robbed on the streets of Pittsburgh. Their idea — packing a tear-gas agent into a small aerosol can a person could carry — was so successful that the brand name Mace became a generic word for the whole category; to this day people say they were “maced” regardless of what spray was used. The company behind it, now Mace Security International, long ago moved from the original tear-gas formula to modern OC (oleoresin capsicum) pepper sprays — the same hot-pepper compound used by police departments — while keeping the focus that started it all: simple, effective protection for ordinary people.
Gel vs. Foam: The Two We Carry
Both of our Mace sprays use a max-strength 10% OC formula and a UV dye that marks an attacker for the police, but they deliver it two different ways. The Magnum 3 Pepper Gel fires a heavier gel stream up to 18 feet — the gel resists wind and cuts down on blowback, which makes it the better choice outdoors and at distance — with a flip-top safety cap and a belt clip for carry. The TakeDown OC-Foam Mk-III is a law-enforcement-grade foam that expands and clings to an attacker’s face from 8 to 12 feet — foam is a smart pick for closer or indoor encounters — with a twist-lock safety in a 2.36-ounce can. Pick the delivery that fits where you’ll carry it; either way, check your state and local rules, since some places restrict defense-spray strength, size, or sale.
Rounding Out Your Protection
Pepper spray is the cornerstone of an everyday-carry defense plan, and it pairs naturally with the rest of our tactical gear and safety & security products — including tasers for a step up in stopping power. If you’d like to compare formulas, we also carry pepper sprays from SABRE. Every Mace order ships from Keep Shooting with fast handling and our satisfaction guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions — Mace
Yes, we maintain inventory of the most popular Mace products. Each product listing shows real-time stock status. If an item is temporarily out of stock, you can sign up for back-in-stock notifications on the product page.
Yes! All orders over $49.95 qualify for free shipping, including Mace products. Orders typically ship within 1–2 business days.
Keep Shooting offers hassle-free returns on Mace products. If you're not completely satisfied, contact our customer service team for a return authorization. All products must be in original, unused condition.
Yes, Keep Shooting is an authorized Mace dealer. All products are sourced directly and include full manufacturer warranty coverage.