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New Duty Pistol: Springfield Armory Echelon
Springfield Armory announced a new pistol that genuinely qualifies as a duty pistol. Called the Echelon, the new 9mm pistol offers a lot of features including a unique way of mounting a red dot. I think this gun offers a lot for law enforcement agencies including: Check out the full Echelon review at GunsHolstersAndGear.com.
Primary Arms Cadet Program – Helping New Officers Afford the Job
Attending the police academy can be very expensive for anyone not yet employed by a law enforcement agency. Beyond the tuition costs, recruits often must buy their own firearms, ammunition, uniforms, duty gear and more. To assist academy recruits, Primary Arms announced the new Cadet Program through its Primary Arms Government division. The new program […]
In Stock Ceramic Rifle Plates
Are you needing in stock ceramic rifle plates? I found some for you. [Update Below] If you’ve been looking for body armor – especially rifle rated hard armor plates – you know the wait time is 8-16 weeks depending on the company. I guess a communist insurrection will spike demand for such things. However, LA […]
Apex Tactical Backs C.O.P.S.
In an era where killing cops seems to be socially acceptable, Apex Tactical Specialties continues to offer full support for Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) and law enforcement officers. Many of you know Apex for the aftermarket trigger kits they make. A lot of you may not know how much financial support they lend to […]
Possible Body Armor Failure Involved in Death of Houston Police Sergeant
The murder of Sergeant Christopher Brewster rocked the Houston Police Department, but the danger to the department may not be over. According to an internal letter sent out by Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, Sergeant Brewster’s body armor may have been penetrated by one or more handgun rounds fired by the suspect. In the letter, […]
Spartan Armor Systems – Affordable Plate Carriers & More
We’re in the process of updating our recommendations on bail out bags and active shooter kits. This process requires us to survey all of the companies and try to find the best gear for you guys. One of the companies that stood out to us during this process is Spartan Armor Systems. Spartan Armor Systems […]
Patrol Car Emergency Lights Can be a Seizure: U.S. v. Gaines (10th Cir., 2019)
The information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice no actions should be taken based on it. You should consult with your department’s legal counsel for guidance. The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals has recently made a very interesting ruling on the seizure of a citizen in […]
Streamlight’s New TL-Racker Shotgun Forend Light
Streamlight announced the delivery of their new TL-Racker shotgun forend light for Remington 870 and Mossberg 500/590 pump-action shotguns. The new TL-Racker is a complete forend unit built from lightweight, impact-resistant nylon and with an integral white light. Designed to replace standard manufacturer pump-action forends, the TL-Racker offers shooters a powerful 1,000 lumens weapon-mounted light […]
Lawrence, Kansas Police Shooting: Taser Lessons Learned
In May of 2018 a Lawrence, Kansas Police officer conducted a traffic stop on a Ford Excursion after the officer observed the driver operating the vehicle without using his seatbelt. The driver immediately begins arguing with the officer and refusing to produce his driver’s license. Despite remarkable control of emotions, and a very logical and […]
Winchester Releases RANGER ONE LE Ammo
Winchester announced the release of its new RANGER ONE ammunition specifically tailored for law enforcement users. RANGER ONE ammunition line is a part of Winchester’s commitment to advance ammunition quality and performance through modern technology-driven manufacturing practices. The RANGER ONE ammunition incorporates the latest technology using bonded bullets for superior performance. In addition, these new […]
CRKT Foresight Review
Some knives stand out as impressive cutting tools. In this CRKT Foresight review, I will show you one of my new favorites. Famed knife maker Ken Onion designed this folding knife for Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT). The Foresight assumes a rather muted appearance in contrasting shades of black but makes a bold introduction […]
Police FNS-40 Long Slide Pistols Reportedly Accidentally Discharging!
The Baltimore County, MD Police Department reported accidental discharges with their duty-issued FNS-40 Long Slide pistols. The reports are concerning, and appear to involve a mechanical issue of some kind, allowing the pistols to discharge when inadvertently bumped, or when being holstered or unholstered. Equally concerning, the report advised the pistols may not fire at […]
SHOT Show 2019: Winchester Adds USA Ready Training Ammunition
Winchester launched their new USA Ready training and competition ammunition at SHOT Show 2019. The new USA Ready ammunition is designed to give shooters a higher class of ammunition for recreational purposes and practice. Winchester has targeted many of the most popular handgun and rifle calibers for the USA Ready release. Typically practice or training […]
SHOT Show 2019: C-Products Defense Stainless Steel DURAMAG
C-Products Defense (CPD) released the new DURAMAG AR-15 magazine at SHOT Show 2019. The new DURAMAG magazine is an all-steel AR-15 magazine with several upgrades specifically implemented to compete with the proliferation of polymer magazines. Quite frankly, I’m surprised it has taken so long for a magazine manufacturer to delve deeper into improving metal magazine […]
Aimpoint Launches ACRO P-1 Pistol Optic: SHOT Show 2019
Aimpoint announced the arrival of its new ACRO P-1 red dot pistol optic at the SHOT Show. The ACRO P-1 is specifically designed as a pistol optic, but Aimpoint has marketed the optic for a much broader use, including rifles, carbines, and shotguns. The ACRO P-1 is an enclosed box-style optic. As the original red […]
SIG Sauer Adds P320 XCompact: SHOT Show 2019
SIG Sauer announced the addition of the P320 XCompact to the P320 X-Series pistol line at SHOT Show 2019. The P320 XCompact will bring the features of the P320 X-series pistols to a more concealable handgun. The new P320 XCompact offers shooters several features appealing to the concealed carry group, including a redesigned grip for […]
RMA Armament Adds New Level III+ Armor Plates
RMA Armament introduced its newest Level III+ rifle-graded ballistic plates, the Model 1090. These new ballistic plates are made from highly resistant but lighter weight polyethylene and come in a single curve configuration. The use of rifle-grade ballistic plates used to be reserved for military units, and specialized tactical teams (SWAT) for law enforcement. However, […]
SIG Sauer Academy Adds Pistol Mounted Optics Instructor Course
SIG Sauer Academy continues to expand their instructional opportunities with the addition of a pistol mounted optics instructor course coming in 2019. Over the last several years, the addition of red dot/reflex optics to pistols has seen an enormous expansion. This growth perhaps saw its biggest growth in the competitive shooting fields highlighted by the […]
Strike Industries Viper Enhanced AR-15 Pistol Grip: First Look [Updated]
Strike Industries has just released its Viper Enhanced Pistol Grip for the AR-15 or AR-10 model rifles. The new Viper grip incorporates several design features to enhance the shooter’s grip and comfort while shooting. Of particular note, is the optional grip angle the Viper offers to maximize the individualized preferences of shooters. This is an […]
BolaWrap 100 Police “Lasso Gun” Less Lethal Device
Wrap Technologies of Las Vegas, Nevada recently introduced the BolaWrap 100 less lethal device for law enforcement. The BolaWrap is a hand-held device appearing to be a cross between a large remote control and a flat electric razor, and has earned a nickname of the “Lasso Gun.” Using an easy bush-button trigger, the BolaWrap is […]