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Weapons•by Scott Smith•June 24, 2010

Knives and Tools

There are as many styles of knives and tools as there are men and women in uniform. POLICE Magazine asked me to take a look at one item each from several of today's best known manufacturers.

Weapons•by Scott Smith•June 24, 2010

Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical's Tactical Trainers Footwear

Scott Smith reviews 5.11 Tactical's Tactical Trainers, Remington Premier Rescue Knife, Uncle Mike's Wheeled Duffel Bag, and Rudy Project Genetyk Protective Eyewear.

Weapons•by Mike Detty•June 17, 2010

Diamondback Firearms DB380 Pistol

Besides its trim dimensions and extreme light weight, the DB380 also boasts a number of other refinements that make it ideal for backup or undercover carry.

Vehicle Ops•by Mike Scott•June 15, 2010

Manufacturers Debut Next Generation of Police Cars

Increased comfort and convenience, improved vehicle ingress and egress, advanced technology, and improved officer safety mark the next generation of police cars.

Vehicle Ops•by Paul Lauria•June 15, 2010

The Recession Need Not Cripple Fleet Replacement Programs

Rather than simply defer replacement purchases to meet short-term budget-balancing goals, fleet managers should use today's fiscal challenges to reappraise their organization's approach to fleet replacement.

Vehicle Ops•by Steve Contarino•June 15, 2010

13 Factors in Selecting a Police Unit Upfitter

Preparing a service-ready police unit may require more work than a small garage staff can handle, even with preplanning and experience. If a fleet staff is too busy maintaining in-service vehicles, outsourcing may be the solution.

Patrol•by Tom Wetzel•June 11, 2010

Just Breathe

Besides the critical benefit that controlled breathing can provide for someone with a life-threatening injury, it has daily applications that can help you perform your job better.

Patrol•by Melanie Basich•June 11, 2010

Off-Duty Michigan State Trooper Assists Wounded Officer in Shootout

Michigan State Trooper Kevin Caldwell never expected to exchange gunfire with anyone May 22, 2009 on his day off. But the law enforcement officer and ordained pastor who serves as a chaplain in the U.S. Army Reserve drew on training from both his occupations to aid a fellow officer taking fire from an enraged home owner.

Patrol•by David Griffith•June 11, 2010

Hallowed Ground

The sight of thousands of candles in the darkness of the memorial plaza and the surrounding streets is beautiful, mournful, and powerful.

Vehicle Ops•by David Griffith•June 7, 2010

Kawasaki's Concours 14P: Blue Streak

Today, Kawasaki is once again making police bikes. The company's new Concours 14 represents its attempt at recapturing a share of the law enforcement market.

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