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Woody · September 18, 1999, 06:36 AM

I bought my first ASP when they first came out. It is heavy and was too long for everyday carry. Though it is very sturdy and could put out a hurt on someone. When they came out with the aluminum ones I thought they would break, but I bought a 16" anyway. I went into my workout room and proceeded to beat my heavy bag for a few minutes. The ASP came out unharmed and in fine shape. Next I took it to my stick striking post and did some blocks and strikes, the finish got slightly marred but the baton was still straight and retracted and expanded fine. After that I have no compulsions about carrying it for deffense. However if you are carrying one of the big ones now practice with the light one to get a feel for it.

September 18, 1999, 06:36 AM	#2
Woody Member Join Date: September 13, 1999 Posts: 95	I bought my first ASP when they first came out. It is heavy and was too long for everyday carry. Though it is very sturdy and could put out a hurt on someone. When they came out with the aluminum ones I thought they would break, but I bought a 16" anyway. I went into my workout room and proceeded to beat my heavy bag for a few minutes. The ASP came out unharmed and in fine shape. Next I took it to my stick striking post and did some blocks and strikes, the finish got slightly marred but the baton was still straight and retracted and expanded fine. After that I have no compulsions about carrying it for deffense. However if you are carrying one of the big ones now practice with the light one to get a feel for it.