I just got a 16\" ASP baton. Don\'t have a sheath for it but will probably carry it in my door pocket. The first time I tried to shake it out I about threw out my shoulder. Unscrew the end cap of it and take out the retaining clip (little round disk with a clip on it poking down towards the shafts). Compress that little clip inward. Not alot, just a little at a time so you can see what works best for you. Mine is adjusted so it holds the shaft securely but is easily shook out with a flick of the wrist. Closeup where a firearm isn\'t necessary a tactical baton would make a good bridge between pepper spray and my Kimber. :kay: