Koga SD1

Engineered for officers, instructors, and serious self defense practitioners who need a reliable intermediate tool, the Koga SD1 baton delivers controlled leverage, clear striking intent, and excellent retention without the risk profile of a heavy steel baton. Inspired by the techniques of Bob Koga, this high impact polymer straight baton amplifies hand strikes, helps secure compliance holds, and provides mechanical advantage for joint manipulation. If you teach restraint techniques, work in security, or train in defensive tactics, the Koga SD1 gives you a purpose built tool that balances force with control.

A short history of Bob Koga and the straight baton

Bob Koga made his mark as an Air Force veteran and LAPD officer who combined decades of grappling and discipline arts into practical, street proven methods. He argued that the straight baton could be a superior option to side handle batons when the goal is leverage, control, and safer force options. Koga taught techniques that emphasize pressure, leverage, and precision rather than raw impact. Manufacturers responded with training and operational tools that reflect this philosophy. The Koga SD series takes that legacy into a modern material and manufacturing context so officers and trainers can practice and operate with consistency and confidence.

Product details

The Koga SD1 is molded from high impact polymer to provide a balance of stiffness and controlled flex. It is sized and weighted to assist in restraining techniques, applying joint locks, and magnifying hand strikes while reducing the chance of severe injury that can accompany heavier metal batons. Its textured grip aids retention during dynamic work and its straight profile supports leverage based control techniques. The SD1 performs well as an intermediate impact tool and as a mechanical aid for compliance holds. Intended for professionals and trained users, it should be used in accordance with department policy and local law. Store securely and train with proper supervision and protective equipment. Key points: high impact polymer construction, straight baton profile for leverage and control, textured grip for retention, designed to bridge the gap between empty hand techniques and heavy impact weapons, intended for trained professionals.