The ASP Friction Baton in the 16-inch Airweight model is a friction-lock expandable baton built for agency duty (ASP part no. 52212). It opens with a sharp flick, locks each shaft with a precision friction taper, and closes with a downward strike on a hard surface. ASP describes the line as an intermediate force system of uncompromising quality from a firm with a long tradition of agency service. This version pairs the Airweight finish with a foam grip. It suits patrol, corrections and security work where a dependable, simple baton matters.

Key Specifications

• Extended length is 16 inches, the size that sets how much reach the baton gives you.
• The finish is Airweight, an Airweight shaft that ASP says cuts weight by 45 percent while keeping 98 percent of the striking potential of steel.
• The grip is foam, a comfortable handle that stays easy to hold.
• It expands by flicking the baton sharply straight up or straight down to extend the inner shafts.
• Each shaft is held by a precision friction taper, which locks it rigidly in place.
• To close it, strike the tip downward on a hard surface such as concrete.
• It is part of an intermediate force system that ASP builds for law enforcement agencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I open and close this 16-inch baton? Flick it sharply straight up or straight down to extend the shafts, which lock in place on a friction taper. To retract it, strike the tip downward on a hard surface such as concrete.

What does the Airweight finish mean? Airweight shafts offer a 45 percent weight reduction with 98 percent of the striking potential of steel, according to ASP.

Which grip does it have? This model has a foam grip. ASP also offers some Friction Baton sizes with DuraTec grips.

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