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biffNicholson t1_j57qvmn wrote

If you have windows directly off the fire escape., as it sounds you do. get some small strapping like this cut it to length and wedge it above the bottom sash so you cant open the window from outside easily. They can still break a window but its a cheap deterrent.

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Fun_Aerie5234 OP t1_j57v8be wrote

Thank you, good idea!

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biffNicholson t1_j58grbg wrote

No worries, if anyone says screw your window shut, dont do that, Would be bad news in a fire.

also when you buy that stick to wedge your window shut. save the 3 foot section and put it next to your bed. if anyone does come through the window hit them with it. one stick, two jobs.

I wouldn;t worry too much , folks like this have been around allston /brighton for ever and usually target the easiest places. since so many drunk college kids leave doors and windows open. An ounce of prevention goes a long way in this situation.

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9Z7EErh9Et0y0Yjt98A4 t1_j5af1rv wrote

If you want a nice club and you don't want to spend for a bat, an axe handle is plenty sturdy, fits the hand well, and dirt cheap. I'd take that over a cheap dowel.

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biffNicholson t1_j5ahhdg wrote

axe handles a solid choice, I mentioned the 2x2" strap since they would have extra left from the window prop. Frankly I wouldnt want my arm/ hand smashed by either. stay safe

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NewEnglandBull_ t1_j5bbmfn wrote

Women are more likely to have a weapon like that used against them than they are to be able to defend themselves with it. Not a great idea.

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