#$%^&*AU2017225122A120180329.pdf#####ABSTRACT The present invention comprises a tool for defending a person against shark attacks, the tool itself comprising: a spike a handle and a grab wherein the grab is a lanyard with a grip formed in it to facilitate the securement of the grab in the hand of a user when retrieving the tool. In some embodiments the grip might be a knot or it may be a buoyant element that helps the tool to float. Preferably the tool further comprises a sheath for releasable attachment to the spike and/or handle that covers the spike when not in use and apparel that includes means for retaining the tool and sheath. Such apparel includes armbands, wetsuits and swimming tops. nA/n/2q171/5 18 16 25L 12 8 2-4 ~-"22 Figure1I
