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Articlesby Scott SmithOctober 24, 2011

Police Product Test: Under Armour Valsetz and Speed Freak Boots

POLICE Magazine reviews Under Armour's Valsetz and Speed Freak lightweight boots, Vortex Optics' Viper PST 2.5-10X44, and 5.11 Tactical's Tactical Trainer 2.0.

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Articlesby Scott SmithAugust 31, 2010

Police Product Test: Under Armour Chimera Training Shoes

Scott Smith reviews Under Armour Chimera Training Shoes, 5.11 Tactical Light for Life PC3.300, Safariland Double Rifle Case, and Armortek Double Pistol Case.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJanuary 6, 2010

Wet Weather Wear

What should you consider when looking at outerwear for duty or most any foul weather? First, versatility. Because quality outerwear is expensive, it needs to serve for at least three seasons out of the year. The second item to consider is whether the outer jacket is truly waterproof or just water resistant; there is nothing worse than being cold and wet. Last is the price. If the clothing breaks the bank it will cause issues.

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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 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 SmithOctober 1, 2008

Police Product Test: Under Armour Generation II Tactical Pants

In the last few years UA has introduced product lines in such diverse areas as hunting, working out, and casual wear. Now Under Armour also has a line of tactical wear, which includes the Generation II Tactical Pants.

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Articlesby Melanie BasichJuly 1, 2008

Outfitting the Officer

Read on for the newest uniforms, outerwear, and casual wear for law enforcement.

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