side handle

Auxiliary holding point

A side handle is a grip mounted perpendicular to the main body of a tool or weapon, providing leverage and control.

On batons and nightsticks, the side handle allows blocking and striking techniques.

On power tools like angle grinders, it offers stability during operation.

The officer gripped the side handle of his baton.

Related

police baton · police · nightstick · lever · attachment · auxiliary · crank · pan · skillet · coffee mug · mug · suitcase · carry on · briefcase · lateral · cast iron · frying pan · secondary

Opposites
handle position/location

side handletop handle

Upper grip on bags

pistol grip

grip hierarchy/function

side handlepistol grip

Angled handle mimicking firearm

Family

side, handle, sides, sided, siding, sidelong, sideways, sideward, alongside

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G