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Scott Smith

Retired Army MP

Scott Smith is a disabled veteran who served as an active-duty Army MP and in the U.S. Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard as a security policeman. Today he serves as a federal police officer for the Department of Veterans' Affairs. He is a contributing editor to POLICE.

Articlesby Scott SmithFebruary 5, 2010

Police Product Test: Pelican Hardigg FieldPak

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.

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Articlesby Scott SmithJanuary 14, 2010

Police Product Test: SureFire LX2 Flashlight

Scott Smith reviews the SureFire LX2 Lumamax Flashlight, Wiley X Hybrid Gloves, Eberlestock Gunslinger, and EOTAC Vickers Gloves.

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Articlesby Scott SmithDecember 29, 2009

CamelBak TriZip Pack

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

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Articlesby Scott SmithDecember 29, 2009

Second Skin Shirts

So what did I find from the major vendors for base layers? There are base layers from cotton, various polyester/Lycra blends, wool blends, and layers for cold or hot weather. The choices seem to be endless.

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Articlesby Scott SmithNovember 19, 2009

Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical Light for Life

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.

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Articlesby Scott SmithOctober 30, 2009

Daniel Defense M4 Carbine

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.

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Articlesby Scott SmithOctober 30, 2009

Wet Weather Wear

While giving waterproof jackets a "test wearing," I have had input from several members of my local department and from guys I shoot with. We have found that 5.11 Tactical, BlackHawk, Blauer, Elbeco, Fechheimer, Propper, The Force, Tru Spec by Atlanco, Under Armour, and Woolrich's Elite Tactical Series serve well in a wide range of conditions.

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Articlesby Scott SmithOctober 19, 2009

Police Product Test: Safariland RR CQLR Scope

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

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Articlesby Scott SmithSeptember 17, 2009

Police Product Test: Ameriglo Pro Sights

I was impressed with the Pro Sights. The front sight was fast and easy to pick up and allowed for accurate delivery of shots at ranges from three to 50 yards. Simply put, these sights are damn fine.

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Articlesby Scott SmithAugust 21, 2009

Knives and Tools Under $100

It took some searching and reading, but I managed to come up with cutlery and tools for duty that won't break the bank and won't break when cutting open a heavy-duty box.

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