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The Scientific Method
Searching for a weapon that would fit the grips of both small-handed officers and big officers with huge meathooks, Jenkins' attention was drawn to the Model 1911 platform, a pistol design that has not been officially adopted by a U.S. metropolitan police department in 50 years.
July 31, 2002
As instructor Dennis Quilio watches, Steve O’Keefe squeezes off a shot from his new duty pistol, a Kimber Pro Carry II Model 1911.
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Safe at Home
“Bang, bang, Daddy,” the little voice says, with a wide smile on his face. His fingers aren’t long enough to reach the trigger, but your gut wrenches into your throat, as you duck, reach out for the gun, and softly say, “No, son, put it down.”
June 30, 2002
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The Right to Bear Arms
As I boarded a flight home from meeting with members of Congress, security was tight and new alerts were announced. I considered again that despite 15 years on the job and being in the virtual ground zero for new terrorist threats, I was unarmed, unable to respond to a threat because out-of-town officers are not trusted to carry guns in the nation's capital.
June 30, 2002
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Concealed Carry
Two students were killed, 13 injured. But it could have been much worse if Clark had not been on the scene and armed.
June 30, 2002
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Springfield Armory's 'Extreme Duty'
It looked like the metal was finished virtually flawlessly, and these weren't castings but forgings, milled to final form. Impressive.
June 30, 2002
The XD is virtually custom tailored as a police duty pistol. From the grip safety and lightweight polymer frame to solid steel forgings, it is rugged, reliable, and accurate.
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Getting The Point
Today's pocket knives have been transformed from the large Buck Lockblade and the Schrade Old Timer to the ultra-modern streamlined clip-it folders you see in every duty gear catalog and supply house.
June 30, 2002
Fixed blade knives, like these from Glock, Kershaw, KA-BAR, Benchmade, and Cold Steel, are strong and versatile.
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Glock 21
Since taking the law enforcement community by storm in the early 1980s, Glock has continued to grace the holsters of cops of every rank and service.
May 31, 2002
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Electrical Storm: Taser
The week before Christmas tragedy befell 27-year-old Marvin Hendrix of Hamilton, Ohio. That morning he was at his girlfriend’s residence when he started vomiting blood. She called 911 and paramedics arrived to find Hendrix combative and violent. They summoned the police.
May 31, 2002
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Have Gun--Will Travel
Today's law enforcement personnel have many choices beyond leather, and much more to carry than just a pistol.
May 31, 2002
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Para-Ordnance 7.45 LDA Autopistol
From custom sights to wildcat cartridges, the 1911 reigns supreme as the most versatile auto pistol in history.
April 30, 2002
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Walther P99 Duty Pistol
The P99 is entirely built in Germany and like a Mercedes Benz, delivers the goods in a quietly authorative manner that instills a calming sense of confidence.
March 31, 2002
Ergonomics and overall useability of the P99 were rated high by Police testers. Accuracy was tops with ammo tested.
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Centers of Higher Learning
Although most agencies supply their officers with basic firearms training, there are reasons that law enforcement officers are some of the most active attendees of specialized gun training academies.
March 31, 2002
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The Cattle Cops
Detective gave his professional assessment. "We're gonna have to shoot it. It'll take at least 31 rounds of 9mm, and 22 rounds of .45 auto."
February 28, 2002
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Robar QR-2 Precision Rifle
Founded by Robbie Barrkman 16 years ago, Robar is one of the nation's leading precision rifle customizers.
February 28, 2002
The Robar QR-2 is all-business, yet the short overall length makes it just the ticket for crowded vehicles and urban deployment.
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Less-Lethal: Bean-Bag Rounds
Whether it's special operations, riot control, or a first-responder mission, less-lethal force options have played a vital role in securing a safer environment for conducting high-risk police operations.
February 28, 2002
Capt. Larkin Fourkiller deploys a bean bag shotgun as Officer Wilbur Lewis provides lethal cover.
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Tactical Response
Emergency situations, from active-shooters to serving high-risk warrants, demand solid functionality. Mix in a heavy dose of innovative design and engineering based upon real-world needs, and you can end up with a piece of equipment that won't fail you when you need it most.
February 28, 2002
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Leupold Mark 4 CQ/T Sight
With today's cutting-edge rifle systems like the AR platform, the performance possibilities inherent in these designs have generated a high level of interest in correspondingly high-tech optical sights.
January 31, 2002
The Leupold Mark 4 CQ/T 1–3x14mm Scope was specifically designed for police and military applications. The illuminated circle dot reticle and variable power make it extremely versatile for police rifle applications.
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The Quick and Accurate Draw
The ultimate goal of any defensive pistol-training program is to stop a life-threatening attack against you or another innocent party. You have to know how to shoot consistently and accurately to save lives.
January 31, 2002
The proper index point must be established by acquiring the proper shooting grip and determining where your middle finger engages the grip/trigger guard junction.
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