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5 Ways to Survive Edged Weapon Threats  

March 18, 2010

Immediately the suspect lunged to cover the 11 feet between himself and Officer Chambers, who didn't have a chance to draw his gun.

Tags: Knives
ESS Eyepro Crossbow Eye Protection

Police Product Test: ESS Eyepro Crossbow Eye Protection  

March 11, 2010

Scott Smith reviews ESS Eyepro Crossbow Eye Protection, 5.11 Tactical Covert Cargo Pant, Truglo Tritium Fiber Optic Sights, Rogue Warrior Avenger Watch, and Zero Tolerance 0700 Folding Knife.

PHOTOS: Nathan Reynolds and Dick Cole

SIG Sauer P238 Pistol  

February 28, 2010

In addition to being used for backup, the SIG Sauer P238 would be very practical for plainclothes officers who need a "deep cover" weapon or as an off-duty gun.

Evidence from the bullet casings found at a 2006 murder crime scene in boulder, Colo., were instrumental in convicting the killer.

Firearms Forensics  

February 11, 2010

I realized that even without the murder weapon, the prosecution still had an immense amount of significant ballistic physical evidence linking Abeyta to the murder. And thanks to good forensic work and the invaluable NIBIN database that tracks images of ballistics evidence, it was enough to convict him.

Patrol Rifle as Close Quarters Weapon  

February 5, 2010

If you haven't trained to engage a suspect at less than 100 yards with your patrol rifle, start now.

Pelican Products Hardigg FieldPak

Police Product Test: Pelican Hardigg FieldPak  

February 5, 2010

We review the Pelican Products Hardigg FieldPak, 5.11 Tactical Scout Folder Knife, BlackHawk Tactical Ballistic Vest Carrier, and Tango Down AR Magazines and Rail Covers.

Kahr's new PM9 compact pistols feature loaded chamber indicators and external safeties.

SHOT Show: Law Enforcement Product Companies Plan Major Debuts  

January 31, 2010

Back in the late 1970s when the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) established a trade show for the hunting and firearms industry, no one could have predicted that the exposition would become a major stage for the unveiling of law enforcement products. But that's what the Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show has become.

DoubleStar 1911 Pistol  

January 31, 2010

The DoubleStar 1911 is pretty basic - in a good way. Other than the ubiquitous light rail, the design is pretty much what John Browning intended with all of the functions and features exactly where an experienced 1911 shooter would expect them to be.

Optics vs. Iron Sights  

January 31, 2010

While the U.S. military has largely transitioned en masse to using optics on issued M4 carbines and other weapons, many American law enforcement agencies continue to use patrol rifles and carbines with iron sights and no optics. So the question is valid: Do you really need combat optics on your patrol rifle?

Best Practices in TASER Targeting  

January 31, 2010

To adopt the preferred targeting zone, officers will need to train themselves to avoid center mass.

Federal Premium Tactical Lite Open Tip Match

Ammo at the Ready  

January 14, 2010

Check out a sampling of law enforcement ammunition made to meet the specific needs of police officers.

CamelBak TriZip Pack

CamelBak TriZip Pack  

December 29, 2009

Scott Smith reviews gear from CamelBak, Insight Tech-Gear, Woolrich, and the Mako Group.

FNH USA SCAR 16S Patrol Rifle  

December 22, 2009

FN's SCAR is one of the first true 21st century rifles. It features amazing ergonomics and offers exceptional accuracy.

Barracks at Fort Hood. Image via City-data.com.

Unarmed Victim Zones  

December 14, 2009

Like civilians trapped in a store, bank, or restaurant when a gunman barges in and starts shooting, the Fort Hood soldiers were left with their bare hands as their only weapons.

Guncrafter Industries Glock 21 .50 Caliber Conversion  

November 19, 2009

As I watch the large, brass casing fly through the air I hear the loud "PONG!" of the 300-grain .50 caliber bullet slamming into the target 75 yards away....That's right! I said .50 caliber.

5.11 Tactical Light for Life

Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical Light for Life  

November 19, 2009

Scott Smith reviews 5.11 Tactical Light for Life, Tru-Spec 24-7 3-in-1 Jacket, Trijicon RMR Sight, and S.O. Tech Go Bag.

Daniel Defense M4 Carbine  

October 30, 2009

Having been impressed with the finish, fit, and quality of Daniel Defense quad rails in the past, I was intrigued by the company's new M4-style carbine. I had a hard time parting with it after I was finished putting it through its paces.

A good shooting stance should be flexible enough that it can be used under combat conditions from behind cover.

Shooting Outside of the Box  

October 19, 2009

He recommended "a wide, sturdy stance" when shooting. His method of finding the proper stance was to build a little wooden box for the shooter to stand in. I've forgotten the dimensions of the box because...well...because it was a ridiculous idea.

Safariland RR CQLR

Police Product Test: Safariland RR CQLR Scope  

October 19, 2009

Scott Smith reviews Safariland RR CQLR Scope, Under Armour Blackout Gloves, and Boyt Harness Tactical Gear Bag.

Glock G22 RTF2 Duty Pistol  

September 18, 2009

Glock recently started selling the G22 Rough Textured Frame Version 2 (RTF2), a pistol that is sure to be just as popular with cops as the standard version Glock pistol.

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