RW>Common sense would also tell you that when its time to
  >use a firearm the situation is a lot more dangerous for
  >the officer.  Also, from my limited experience, it is a
  >lot harder to use a firearm under stress then it would
  >be to use a baton.
After awhile, that weapon becomes an extension of your arm.  The
firearm is not that difficult to handle.
CHARLES HUNTER
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