ShedRain Mini Manual Compact Umbrella - Black: Telescoping Shaft, Solid Polyester Shell, 38" Span, Plastic Handle

A: I don't know if I'd use the work "lock", but once opened it snaps firmly into the open position and it won't close until you want it to. John from ShedRain

A: No, it’s got aluminum as part of the construction. John from ShedRain

A: You pull down on the "runner" (the part that slides along the shaft) until it retracts back into the handle. John from ShedRain

A: The Black Mini Manual you were looking at is indeed a manual open. Thank you! John from ShedRain

A: Looks like you bought one of our manual opening umbrellas. To open, slide handle down, then untie the "tie strap" (the velcro) strip, and simply push up on that round black piece at the base of the shaft. If you'd prefer an umbrella that opens automatically at the push of a button, feel free to return yours to Target or to us and it will be replaced for you. Thank you! John from ShedRain

A: A little under 8 ounces. Thanks! John from ShedRain

A: Hi, Deb. Looks like you bought one of our manual opening umbrellas. To open, slide handle down, then untie the "tie strap" (the velcro) strip, and simply push up on that round black piece at the base of the shaft. If you'd prefer an umbrella that opens automatically at the push of a button, feel free to return yours to Target or to us and it will be replaced for you. Thank you! John from ShedRain