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Articlesby Melanie BasichMarch 1, 2002

Flashlights: Blinded by the Light

All of these offerings can effectively blind a potential threat, even in the daylight. This tactic can give you valuable seconds to evaluate your circumstances, and to act on the subject if necessary before he regains his sight. Flashlights are more than convenient sources of light; they can be used as life-saving tools.

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Articlesby Dave SpauldingDecember 1, 2001

A Dose of Survival Reality

Keep officer survival smart and simple.

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Articlesby Dan PasqualeFebruary 1, 2001

Squeak, Rattle, and Beep

As any officer who has ever worked the midnight shift knows, sound travels and night. We all tend to laugh at suspects who give away their hidden positions by making some little noise, yet we are bigger culprits than they are when it comes to announcing our presence to the world.

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Articlesby Rebecca StoneNovember 1, 2000

Sam Browne: Shifting Gear

In the past, it may have held only a holster, gun and some bullets, but today's hard-working belts must carry an average of 8 to 10 and sometimes up to 15 pounds of equipment, ranging from flashlights, keys and handcuffs to OC spray, batons and duty weapons. In short, duty belts must be strong and have a stiff enough edge to support all the poundage.

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