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Springfield Armory XD(M) 3.8 Pistols

As you probably have already noticed, the XD(m) 3.8 and the XD(m) 3.8 Compact get their names from their 3.8 inch-barrel, as opposed to the four-inch barrel standard on the original XD Pistols. The Compact designation is assigned to the 3.8 Pistol, which has the short "Compact/Sub Compact" style grip.

August 18, 2011

Weapons

Handguns: 2011

All sworn law enforcement officers carry at least one handgun. Smart ones carry more than one, if they're allowed to. That's why so much of the handgun market is focused on providing cops with handguns.

January 12, 2011

Weapons

Is the 1911 Still Viable for Law Officers?

The main reason the M1911 is so successful is its grip angle. It's a natural pointer. The pistol takes advantage of the hand's natural geometry to promote accuracy, and the angle also makes the gun a pleasure to shoot. Having said that, certain steps must be taken to make the M1911 ready for carry.

September 29, 2010

Weapons

Kicking Things Up a Notch

I believe there is a need for law enforcement officers, especially for tactical personnel, to kick things up a notch and use heavier caliber carbines as patrol rifles and entry guns.

May 30, 2010

Weapons

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.

April 21, 2010

Weapons

SHOT Show 2010: Springfield Armory Shortens XD(M) Pistol

Springfield Armory has introduced a 3.8-inch-barreled version of its XD(M) pistol at SHOT Show 2010. The pistol employs the same frame as the full-size pistol and new slide serrations on a pistol available in 9mm and .40 caliber.

January 19, 2010

Weapons

Remington May Bring 1911 Pistol to 2010 SHOT Show

The company best known for its pervasive Model 870 shotgun is testing a 1911-type pistol that may be ready to be introduced at the SHOT Show in January.

December 1, 2009

Weapons

FBI Offers $5,000 Reward For Stolen Weapons

The stolen weapons include an H & K MP5/10A3 10 mm gun, a Rock River Arms LAR-15 rifle, and a Springfield 1911A1 .45 caliber handgun.

September 17, 2009

Weapons

Patrol and SWAT Rifles

Ever since the 1997 North Hollywood bank robbery and shootout, the popularity of rifles in patrol operations has exploded. Rifle manufacturers have capitalized on this demand, and they are now making a variety of rifles specifically designed for patrol and SWAT operations. Here's a quick look at some of the long guns now available for service in law enforcement.

July 10, 2009

Weapons

Long Guns 2009

Rifle manufacturers are now making a variety of rifles specifically designed for patrol and SWAT operations. Here's a quick look at some of the long guns now available for service in law enforcement.

May 31, 2009

Weapons

Springfield Armory XD(M) Duty Pistol

The question that I want to answer with this article is: What makes the Springfield Armory XD(M) a more suitable pistol for law enforcement work than the standard Springfield XD?

February 28, 2009

Weapons

SHOT Show 2009 Preview

Here’s a quick look at the latest ammo, handguns, and long guns that you will see in Orlando this month.

December 31, 2008