Personal Self Defense Weapons

Expandable baton – they go by many names, telescopic, expandable, collapsible, and for those in the know, such as people involved in military or police circles, they’re also known as RCB’s or rapid containment batons.

Like it or not we live in a world that is governed by the use of violence.  Bad people do bad things.  And for those of us who do not want bad things to happen to her friends or loved ones, we must be prepared to stop bad people in their tracks. The use of an expandable baton rarely is lethal,  but more times than not, saves lives.

An expandable baton usually is made up of three sections, a thicker, larger in, that is held in the grip of a person’s hand, and to shorter shafts that collapse inside of the larger piece.  Depending on the manufacturer, a telescopic baton, may be somewhere between sixteen and twenty-six inches long.  Most are made out of steel, but many manufacturers are moving to a lightweight, yet sturdy, alloy material.

Expandable batons have been used by police for many years.  They have become increasingly popular in the general public, because they are less expensive than a stun gun, and more accurate than pepper spray.

As with any self-defense weapon, it is best to be trained by professional.  An expandable baton, should always be considered a weapon and not a toy.  A trained professional will be able to illustrate and instruct you how best to use your expandable baton, so as to protect your property, and even your life.

Be careful to avoid cheap, expandable batons.  Some consumers have found out that these will bend easily and may not the person assaulting them.  It is a best practice to invest in a name brand, high quality expandable baton.after all, this collapsible baton may save your life or the lives of your children.