Baton (Fallout 4)

The baton is a melee weapon in Fallout 4. Variants include the security baton, the shock baton, and the stun baton.

Background
This is a collapsible model law enforcement baton, used by various police departments before the Great War. It is standard issue gear for Vault-Tec security forces, alongside the 10mm combat pistol.

Characteristics
The baton may be the first melee weapon acquired in the game, lying on top of various containers and tables within Vault 111. It is a basic melee weapon with medium swing speed.

Locations

 * The shock baton variant is commonly carried by synths.
 * The standard security baton may be carried by Gunners.
 * Two security batons can be found in Vault 111.
 * Used by Vault-Tec security officers within Vault 81.
 * One security baton can be found in the Mass Pike Tunnel.
 * One can be found in the Natick Police Department on the remains of a dead police officer.
 * Rarely carried by Brotherhood soldiers.