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Kel-Tec KSG: Field Test

November 18, 2011

Lou Salseda, a retired LAPD sergeant, takes Kel-Tec's KSG out to the range to field-test this innovative 15-round bullpup pump gun using 00 buck, as well as rifled slugs.

Kel-Tec KSG: Overview

November 18, 2011

Lou Salseda, a retired LAPD sergeant, gives an overview of Kel-Tec's KSG, an innovative 15-round bullpup pump gun that he says could "revolutionize law enforcement."

Combat Shotgun Basics

November 15, 2011
Let's consider several basic attributes of the tactical shotgun. When loaded with shells carrying multiple projectiles, such as 00 buck, it's a short range (under 30 yards) weapon that delivers minimal penetration. When paired with rifled slugs, it becomes effective out to 100 yards and can offer substantial penetration.

Illinois State Police Open Firing Ranges To Public

November 1, 2011
The Illinois State Police will open five of its firing ranges around the state on an "Open Range" day to provide members of the public with firearm instruction and education.

Albuquerque PD Orders 100 Remington 870 Shotguns

October 27, 2011
The Albuquerque Police Department has ordered another 100 Remington Model 870 Police Magnum shotguns that feature an 18- inch barrel, parkerized metal finish, black synthetic stock and low-profile sight system.

LAPD Orders Another 96 Remington 870s

September 23, 2011
These new shotguns have a special choke barrel only available in special build configurations of Remington's 18-inch, rifle-sighted barrels. Unique numbering for the agency is being provided at their request to track the number of shotguns purchased in any given year.

Remington Provides 870 Shotguns To West Virginia State Police

September 14, 2011
Remington Law Enforcement Sales will supply the West Virginia State Police with Remington Model 870 Police shotguns that have been customized to the agency's specifications. Other West Virginia law enforcement agencies can purchase the guns through the contract.

Shots Fired: Ontario, California 02/03/2002

September 12, 2011

For Officer Kris Lavoie of the Ontario (Calif.) Police Department, Super Bowl Sunday 2002 would prove to be a busy one. But not in the way that most Americans enjoy. For Lavoie had no idea just how busy. Or just how much he would feel like a real "gladiator" before the day was over.

Hybred Mag-20 Shotgun Slugs

July 29, 2011
The newest Lightfield round, the distinctive red hull Lightfield Hybred Mag-20 slug, fills the entire bore with a thin, two-piece plastic sabot gripping the rifling and imparting stabilizing spin on the slug.

Beretta Introduces Tx4 Storm Semiauto Shotgun

June 9, 2011
Beretta has introduced the Tx4 Storm semiautomatic shotgun for law enforcement and home defense. The Tx4 is a gas-operated, 12-gauge shotgun Beretta is marketing as a lightweight, compact option.

Tactical Shotgun Training at the U.S. Shooting Academy

May 17, 2011
The shotgun's biggest advantage over a carbine/rifle is the variety of ammunition. USSA stresses that you need to know how your shotgun performs with less lethal, buck shot and its various pellet sizes and slugs. Each behaves differently; it's your responsibility to know how.

LaserLyte Introduces Quad-Rail for Double-Barrel Shotguns

May 11, 2011
LaserLyte's ADP-ZK is a quad rail for double-barrel shotguns that adds four three-inch Picatinny style rails for a combination of mountable accessory options. The Double Barrel Quad-Rail fits most 12-gauge double barrel shotguns, allowing the mounting of lasers, lights and other Picatinny accessories.

Elzetta Introduces ZSM Shotgun Flashlight Mount

April 29, 2011
The ZSM is lightweight and accommodates any cylindrical flashlight from 0.70-1.05 inches in diameter. The mount can easily be paired with an Elzetta ZFL-M60 LED flashlight with the optional flood lens.

Pennsylvania Troopers Get Remington 870P Shotgun with LED Forend

March 17, 2011
In addition, courses will be provided by the Remington Armorer's School instructors to train Pennsylvania troopers on how to repair and maintain the Remington Model 870P shotguns used by their officers.

Kel-Tec Incorporates SHOT Feedback Into KSG

March 3, 2011
Kel-Tec is incorporating feedback from users into its KSG, 14-round shotgun, including adjusting the trigger reset, adding a pump-lock switch, including a rail-mounted hand stop and including indicator holes in the mag tube.

SHOT Show 2011: Kel-Tec Gives More Details On KSG Shotgun

January 18, 2011
At the Kel-Tec booth, company engineers acknowledged the weapon's similarity to the NeoStead 2000 (NS2000), a combat shotgun produced by South African firearms maker Truvelo beginning in 2001.

Kel-Tec Shotgun Test Firing

January 15, 2011

Kel-Tec has released early test-firing footage of its KSG shotgun. The KSG is a dual fed bullpup pump-action shotgun. It has two tubular magazines that hold 7 rounds each that you must manually switch between with a selector switch. Casings eject downwards.

Long Guns: 2011

January 13, 2011

Just 10 years ago when law enforcement agencies went out to purchase long guns, they rarely looked at anything other than shotguns. Today, the AR and other military-style rifles dominate the market.

Kel-Tec To Introduce 14-Round KSG Shotgun

January 5, 2011
The weapon is similar to the currently available Kel-Tec RFB rifle. As one difference, the KSG ejects downward rather than forward. The KSG weighs 6.9 pounds and is as compact as legally possible with a 26.1-inch overall length and an 18.5-inch cylinder bore barrel.

Magpul: Art of the Dynamic Shotgun

November 10, 2010

This is the trailer for Magpul's "Art of the Dynamic Shotgun," where instructors Travis Haley and Chris Costa explain: "While it's the most versatile and violent weapon system in the small arms arsenal, the shotgun brings a level of complexity that requires extensive training to master."

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