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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 29, 2010

Smith & Wesson Ships Bodyguard Pistols

Smith & Wesson has begun shipping its pair of Bodyguard pistols introduced at SHOT Show, including its Bodyguard 380 6 + 1 pistol and Bodyguard 38 revolver. The firearms arrive with built-in laser sights.

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Inside the Badge by Brian OstroJuly 2, 2010

Small-Frame Revolvers: Still An Excellent Choice

For an officer considering a backup gun, one of the major factors is weight. Smith & Wesson and Taurus have addressed these issues in the small-frame revolver by replacing heavier steel frames with lighter aluminum, titanium, and scandium metals.

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Inside the Badge by Brian OstroMay 26, 2010

Resurgence of the .380 ACP

The .380 ACP round is much shorter than either the 9mm Luger or the .38 Special, creating the ultimate deep concealment package with six to eight rounds of ammunition. This exceeds the average five-shot, deep-concealment revolver by a few potentially life-saving rounds.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 24, 2010

Smith & Wesson Introduces SD Series Pistols

Among the key features found on the Smith & Wesson SD9 and SD40 is the new Self Defense Trigger (SDT) that provides a smooth, consistent trigger pull from the first round to the last, according to the company.

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Articlesby Scott SmithMay 20, 2010

Police Product Test: Buck Knives Nighthawk Bravo

Scott Smith reviews the Buck Knives Nighthawk Bravo, Weaver Optics Tactical Model 800360 Scope, and Smith & Wesson Special Tactical Knife.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 12, 2010

Smith & Wesson Introduces M&P .22 LR Auto Pistol

Engineered on a dedicated .22 LR tactical platform, the M&P15-22P offers shooters reduced size and weight while retaining the similar operating features and versatility of the full-length tactical rifle.

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Articlesby Nick JacobellisApril 22, 2010

Running Up the Score

The purpose of this article is to pass on a few observations and suggestions that might help law enforcement officers and their employing agencies improve firearms training, especially for those officers who find it difficult to qualify with their issued firearms.

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Articlesby Paul ScarlataApril 8, 2010

Smith & Wesson M&P Pistol with Safety

There can be no denying that Smith & Wesson's Military & Police (M&P) pistol has been wholeheartedly accepted by law enforcement agencies both here in the United States and overseas. So what could S&W do to make this popular pistol even more popular?

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Articlesby POLICE StaffMarch 26, 2010

SHOT Show 2010: Best of Show

There was a lot more to see at this year's SHOT Show than backup weapons. Glock announced a major facelift of its duty pistols, Bushmaster launched a new combat rifle, and numerous companies pumped out cool police products. Here's a quick look at some of our favorites.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 19, 2010

SHOT Show 2010: Smith & Wesson Debuts New Backup Guns

Smith & Wesson brought a subcompact pistol and snubby revolver under a new line of Bodyguard pistols that are lighter weight and arrive with integrated lasers.

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