So I live in a dangerous part of town, and for a fun project,

Self defense against what?
What are gauntlets going to do?

Nothing about this seems like a good idea.

If you really wanted something concealable that would augment your fists, brass knuckles are far more concealable.

People aren't retarded. If they see you walking down the street with straps over your hands, and metal clasps, it's going to draw attention. Furthermore, it's going to make it seem like you're looking for trouble which is only going to draw more attention to you.

Speaking about the gauntlets specifically, I doubt they would even help in a fight in the first place. I mean, chances are you don't know shit about how to fight to begin with, then you're building gauntlets with poor tolerances that are essentially going to pad any impact you COULD make as well as slow down your strikes.

I just... I don't get it.

Get a knife or something.

You're not a magical witch girl.

>>18029940
>Nothing about this seems like a good idea.

>>18029940
>People aren't retarded. If they see you walking down the street with straps over your hands, and metal clasps, it's going to draw attention. Furthermore, it's going to make it seem like you're looking for trouble which is only going to draw more attention to you.
Not to mention that carrying around a weapon like that is an offence in some places

walking around looking like a cosplay nerd wearing "fashionable bracelets" is gonna get your ass beat lol

>>18029940
this isn't great advice either. don't carry a knife or brass knuckles unless you know how to fight with them. learn how to run fast, dress to draw attention away from yourself, and get a CCW if absolutely necessary.

>>18029910

Why not check the laws regarding self defence in your area first?

It's seems to me like you are taking the most complicated path for self defence.
Also the most autistic, if you want to carry a weapon, get one that's already made and available.

Just know the basics of hand to hand combat;
>Feet apart, staggered stance, to keep balance.
>Joints bent, not locked.
>Kicks, for the most part are useless, unless the opponent is otherwise unable to block/catch your leg.
>Cover your face, hands must always be up.
>Swift punched with elbows never fully unlocked > slow, hard punches with arm fully retracted.
>Best spots to hit are head, genitals (for men mainly, but not entirely useless of women), locked joints (easy to break), throat and under the arms (more nerves = more pain, useful to stun. A good slap or pinch there is a great way to fuck with someone trying to tackle you, and with their head so low it'll open them up to a knee in the face).
>A fight avoided is a fight won. If you don't have to fight, then don't. It is a risky last resort.
>Accompanying the previous rule, if you are forced into fighting, you don't know how far the other person is willing to go. Don't take chances or unnecessary risks. Don't kill them if you can avoid it, but if you can, knock them the fuck out.
>Lastly, get as loud as possible. Not only is it an intimidation tactic, it may attract witnesses to back you up or cause the attacker to flee.

Again, if you can avoid fighting, then avoid it. But yeah, it's good to be prepared just in case you can't.

>>18029940
>>18029954
>>18029972
Because it looks cool
Even if it's not legal, I'd like to make them for the novelty of having something like that, so the original question still stands.

(Regarding self defense skills, I know running is the best option, and I've boxed and done Muay Thai for 5 and 3 years now, respectively)

>>18030265
Boxing isn't self defense. Street fighting is anything goes, and boxing is rules and technique.

>>18029910
Sorry about your shit taste you fucking weeb.