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Products•August 1, 2007

Holographic Laser Reflex Sight

Lightweight, waterproof, and shockproof, Sightmark’s Dual Shot is distinguished from other reflex sights by its accompanying laser that is in parallel precision for the highest accuracy when shooting at even the fastest moving targets, and by its 0 to infinity usage capabilities. The laser can also be removed from the Dual Shot for use on its own, or reattached depending on preference.

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Products•August 1, 2007

Broken Shell Extractor

Cartridge shell case head separation can ruin any shooting experience. Brownells’ new broken shell extractor allows shooters to easily remove broken cases without losing time. Ideal for AR-15/M16 shooters, the .223 caliber broken shell extractor easily removes over-fired or out-of-spec brass. The tool removes a damaged case from any firearm chambered for either the .223 Remington or 5.56 NATO cartridges.

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Articles•by Mike Detty•August 1, 2007

Smith & Wesson M&P15T Tactical Carbine

Although Smith & Wesson is one of our oldest and largest surviving gun companies, the iconic manufacturer is a relative newcomer when it comes to tactical rifles. The only problem that I've heard associated with the S&W rifles is their availability. It seems that demand far exceeds supply. Just recently, I received the test sample that I had ordered at last year's seminar.

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Articles•by Jack H. Schonely•August 1, 2007

Tactical Search Techniques

The officer learns that this person observed two males dressed in dark clothing in his neighbor's backyard and then heard the sound of breaking glass. The neighbors are out of town on vacation. The officer's pulse quickens as he calls for an additional officer to search the location.

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Articles•by Scott Smith•August 1, 2007

Patrol Rifles 2007

Go to the Shooting Hunting Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show, and you will quickly realize that there are a multitude of companies making long guns. The following is a brief guide to help you discover what's available in the patrol rifle and carbine market.

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Articles•by Mike Detty•August 1, 2007

Seeing the Light

When John Matthews developed the first SureFire flashlight, he realized that for officers to get the most benefit out of the light, they would need special training. So Matthews, now president and CEO of SureFire, created the SureFire Institute, one of the nation's premier low-light combat training academies.

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News•by Staff Writer•July 31, 2007

TigerLight Fends Off Cougar, Saves Family

On July 4th Javier Rivera, a security guard at The Ant Farm in Hollywood, California sat at a picnic table in the hills outside San Diego with his three children and a niece, having lunch. The last thing on his mind was the possibility of a cougar attack. However, things were about to change.

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News•by Staff Writer•July 27, 2007

Armor Holdings Plans Merge with BAE Systems

Stockholders of Armor Holdings—manufacturer and distributor of body armor, duty gear, and other products for the military, law enforcement, and homeland security—have voted to adopt the agreement and plan of merger among BAE Systems, Jaguar Acquisitions Sub, and Armor Holdings.

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News•by Staff Writer•July 25, 2007

New Fingerprint Technique Could Detect Sex, Race, Lifestyle

Researchers have found that tape made from gelatin could provide more information to forensics teams than current methods that can alter prints and eliminate traces of telltale chemicals.

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News•by Staff Writer•July 20, 2007

NRA's National Police Shooting Championships Returning to Albuquerque

After a successful debut in 2006, the National Rifle Association will hold its 45th National Police Shooting Championships (NPSC) at Shooting Range Park in Albuquerque, N.M., October 1–4, 2007, with a practice day scheduled for September 30.

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