Expandable Spring Tactical Baton

This Expandable Spring Baton is your secret to self-defense. Available in two sizes. With a simple snap of the wrist, the baton expands to its full and becomes a flexibile self defense weapon. The 23" baton measures 9" when closed. The 17" baton closes to measure 7". Each baton features a rubber handle for better gripping. Nylon wrist strap included. *Note: The "Spring" references the heavy duty spring that is part of the expanding shaft. **** OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS **** To open - hold baton close to body, gripping the handle firmly.  Swing baton quickly away from body. The batons will extend.  To collapse - grip handle firmly and strike the tip of the baton into a firm surface (such as the ground) in the opposite direction that the baton extends.                                                ***** PLEASE NOTE ******  We have received several comments that these batons can be hard to close. The sections are held open by the friction of the tubes against each other.  The more force use