The B22 Hold-Out Blaster, a hold-out blaster crafted by Merr-Sonn Munitions, Inc., was specifically intended for Imperial political operatives. A uniquely designed handgrip facilitated effortless hiding and rapid extraction from a pocket.
This B22 Hold-Out Blaster's initial appearance, complete with an illustration, occurred within the 1997 roleplaying addition, Gundark's Fantastic Technology: Personal Gear, published by West End Games.