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How Do Telescopic Batons Work?

Telescopic steel batons expand swiftly with a spring-loaded mechanism, locking into place for immediate, rigid use. You’ll find them made from materials like steel, aluminum, and polycarbonate, each offering different benefits for security and ease of carry. They’re typically compact, designed for quick deployment and easy concealment. To retract, you simply strike the tip against […]

Are Collapsible Batons Legal in the US?

In the U.S., the legality of collapsible batons, telescopic steel batons or expandable batons varies by state and local regulations. States like California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington, and DC allow you to own them. However, places such as Wyoming, Utah, Arizona, New Mexico, and Oklahoma have stricter rules on both owning and carrying these devices. Cities like Phoenix, Washington D.C., […]

Swinging Into Safety: Steel Batons Now Enter Californians Self-Defense Arsenal

In an exhilarating turn of events for self-defense enthusiasts and advocates across California, the once-restricted telescopic steel batons have made a triumphant leap from the shadows of ambiguity to the forefront of legal self-defense tools. For years, the legal status of steel batons in the Golden State hovered in a grey area, often leading individuals […]

Edged Vs. Impact: Knives and Batons for Personal Safety

The Dilemma of Choice in Self-Defense Self-defense is a topic that resonates deeply in today’s society, where personal safety has become a paramount concern for many. Central to this concern is the crucial decision of selecting the right tool for self-defense. Among the myriad of options available, knives and expandable batons stand out as popular […]

Speak Softly and Carry a Big Telescopic Steel Baton

“Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far” is an aphorism often attributed to Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th president of the United States. The phrase means it is best to be diplomatic and non-aggressive but to be prepared to use force if necessary. The phrase is thought to have originated in a […]