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ProTech TR-5 Tactical Knives
ProTech is one of America’s outstanding knife manufacturers, and their new Tactical Response 5 (TR-5) assisted-opening knife is just another example of their fine craftsmanship. The TR-5 has several features desirable for officers in a variety of assignments and is the first spring-assisted ProTech knife. ProTech has already produced four successful Tactical Response knife lines, with […]
New Springfield Armory OSP XDM
Springfield Armory has ventured into the reflex optic pistol market with their brand new XD(M)® OSP™ (Optical Sight Pistol). The new XD(M) OSP is designed to allow shooters to attach their choice of the most popular red dot pistol optics directly to the XD(M)® 4.5-inch pistol with no need for custom modifications. Springfield Armory’s entrance […]
H&K VP Series Adds FDE and Tactical
Heckler & Koch (H&K) recently announced the expansion of their incredibly popular VP-9 in 2014, H&K added the VP-40 in the summer of 2015. The new VP Series in 2014, they immediately gained applause for the well-designed and handsome appearance of their latest pistol. H&K was the first to introduce a striker-fired pistol, with the VP-70 […]
Ruger American Pistol with Manual Safety
Ruger was hitting on all cylinders at SHOT Show last January, introducing the Ruger American Pistol and the Ruger Precision Rifle to very high praise. Ruger’s American Pistol may have been a little late to the striker-fired, polymer framed pistol competition, but their entry is noteworthy. Ruger has recently added Ruger American Pistols with an […]
Viridian R5 Green Lasers for Glocks
Viridian Green Laser Lights have been extremely popular laser point of aim devices, and their new Reactor Series green lasers for the very popular Glock 42 and Glock 43 appear to be another winners as well. Viridian has made green aiming lasers for firearms both popular and affordable on many of the most popular firearms in the […]
New Springfield Armory 1911 EMP Champion .40 S&W
Springfield Armory introduced their new 1911 EMP Champion chambered in .40 S&W earlier this year. This new 1911 option provides a 1911 option to one of the most popular law enforcement cartridges. The new Springfield Armory EMP .40 S&W is made from high quality materials, with several upgraded features coming standard. The Model 1911 has […]
Pro-Strider SnG Auto Knife
Pro-Tech Knives of Artesia, California recently announced the new Pro-Strider SnG Auto knife. Pro-Tech has partnered with Strider on this new design providing an auto-assist action to the original Strider SnG manual folding knife. Pro-Tech was chosen for their expertise in auto knife manufacturing, and for its 100%, American made facilities. Pro-Tech has a proven […]
Mossberg’s New 590A1 Ghost Ring Police Shotgun
Mossberg is no stranger to successful firearms or military service. The U.S. Marines have been issuing Mossberg shotguns for decades, and the new 590A1 adds capacity and modern modularity to a proven platform. This new Mossberg shotgun has a significant impact for law enforcement users and we’ll break down features that could make this your […]
New Magpul C.O.R.E. Gloves
Magpul recently announced the addition of several colors to their C.O.R.E. glove line. Originally launched in black only, the new colors include charcoal gray, coyote, and sage for the Flight line. Magpul’s C.O.R.E. gloves are just a part of the large push by Magpul to become a full service clothing provider, as well as an […]
Strike Industries FERFRANS CQB Muzzle Brake System
Strike Industries has released its new FERFRANS muzzle brake and concussion reduction device (CRD) combination recently. This device has enormous potential for law enforcement and civilian use alike. S.I. has produced some very practical and innovative accessories for some of the most popular firearms on the market today. Strike Industries has been in business since […]
U.S. Supreme Court: Warrantless DUI Blood Draws Unlawful
The United States Supreme Court (USSC) has just issued a ruling in consideration of the application of Implied Consent laws when collecting a blood sample to determine a suspect’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). In a decision that will have a significant impact on every law enforcement agency in America, the Supreme Court has ruled warrantless […]
Ruger’s New 9mm SR1911 Commander
Ruger has just announced the release of their new SR1911 9mm Commander pistol. Following in the tradition of Ruger’s fine assortment of .45 ACP Model 1911 pistols, this is Ruger’s first 1911 chambered in the increasingly popular 9mm. As the market continues to experience a resurgence in popularity for the Model 1911 continues to grow, […]
Signaling Tracker for Firearms?
The FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin recently published an article on a new technology, the Signaling Tracker for Firearms (STF), being developed at Radford University in Radford, Virginia. The premise of the new technology is to send an electronic signal to a police officer’s Communication Center (Dispatch), whenever the officer draws his/her sidearm. The premise to […]
F.B.I. Awards Glock New Duty Pistol Contract!
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has just awarded an $85 million contract to Glock for the procurement of thousands of new Glock 9mm handguns for duty use by FBI Agents. The new Glock pistols will be 9mm, rather than the current .40 caliber FBI Glocks, but will be modified slightly to meet the RFP […]
U.S. 10th Circuit: Taser Drive-Stuns Can Be Excessive Force
The United States 10th Circuit Court of Appeals has recently decided the case of Perea v. Baca and City of Albuquerque. The result will likely have widespread impact on officers across the country. The excessive force lawsuit against Albuquerque, New Mexico police officers was based on the officers use of a TASER, mostly in “drive-stun” mode, […]
Officer Safety: Gun Grab During Interview
A few weeks ago a suspect was arrested for Murder in Cleveland, Ohio. Officers transported him to the police station for an interrogation by detectives. Once at the police station he was led to a video recorded interrogation room where a uniformed officer was present to guard him. At one point someone off camera instructs […]
New G2 Research Trident .308 Cartridge
G2 Research has just announced the release of their new Trident .308 round. The Trident will incorporate several G2 Research innovations in bullet design, and will come in the lighter 150-grain bullet weight. Though particularly designed for big game hunting, the G2 Research Trident is a cartridge with serious law enforcement sniper applications as well. […]
New CRKT Acquisition Knife
Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) recently introduced its latest knife, the Acquisition. Initial appearances suggest the Acquisition is a combination of fine craftsmanship, unique features, and high-quality materials. CRKT offers the Acquisition in two models: one with a fixed blade and a second with a folding blade. The uniquely designed grip scales are unique […]
Analysis of the Orlando “Lone Wolf” Terrorist Attack
In the early morning hours of Sunday, June 12th, 2016 an American-born, alleged radicalized Muslim terrorist walked into Pulse, an LGBT bar in Orlando, Florida and committed the worst mass murder in the U.S. since the 9/11 attacks. An Orlando Police officer working at Pulse in a uniformed, off-duty security capacity, engaged the suspect with […]
Officer Safety: Fentanyl, “Unprecedented Risk”!
The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has just released an Officer Safety Bulletin warning officers on the extremely dangerous exposure risks to the drug Fentanyl. The first warning went out in March, 2015, but the continued risk posed to law enforcement, first responders, and the public at large, has led the Federal agency to […]