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Weapons

Matching Optics to Your Mission

When it comes to gear and gadgets for duty applications, many of us are drawn to the coolest, most expensive items. That's true of weapons and it's true of weapon accessories such as optics. But do we really have to have the priciest gear to achieve our mission? Maybe. Maybe not.

May 31, 2009

Weapons

Hanging Tough

Today's law enforcement officers carry more gear on their belt than ever before. Not only are all of these items heavy, the holsters they're held in are difficult to move when necessary. That's why Safariland has developed two simple locking systems that allow you to add or remove various holsters on your duty belt or MOLLE loops without rearranging other items in the process.

May 31, 2009

Weapons

Safariland Launches New Optics Product Line

The new product line includes optics which are optimal for several ammunition types, including .308 Winchester, .223 Remington, .22 Long Rifle and .22 Magnum. Magnification setting options include 1-4x, 1.25-4x, 3-9x, 6x, and 10x. Each scope is made with aluminum and designed to be waterproof and shock resistant. The line is available in black anodized finish and anodized silver.

March 29, 2009

Patrol

Alexandria Police Officer Kyle Russel Inducted Into Safariland's Legion of Life

Officer Russel was wearing Safariland body armor when he was shot in the chest during a routine traffic stop outside of Washington, D.C. on September 23, 2008.

March 26, 2009

Weapons

Safariland Introduces New MOLLE Locking System for Holsters

Safariland announced today the introduction of its MOLLE Locking System and Quick Locking System for law enforcement, SWAT, military and personal protection applications. The two new locking systems allow users to quickly mount, reposition and remove many Safariland holsters or accessories to belts or MOLLE loop-equipped apparel.

March 11, 2009

Weapons

Laser Sights and Weapon Lights

The majority of officer-involved shootings occur in low-light or dark conditions. So one of the most important tools that you can have is a good light. And sometimes the best place for you to have that good light is on the business end of your handgun or long gun.

November 30, 2008

Patrol

LAPD Officer Named NLEOMF Officer of the Month

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) has announced the selection of Police Officer III Andrew Taylor of the Los Angeles Police Department as its most recent Officer of the Month.

October 12, 2008

Special Units

Tactical Body Armor

A selection of the newest ballistic vests designed for high-risk SWAT missions.

July 31, 2008

Patrol

Concealable Body Armor: A Review of Ballistic Vests

The newest ballistic vests for everyday use under your uniform.

July 31, 2008

Patrol

Making Body Armor Better

It started with a gunfight. Almost 40 years ago a former Marine named Richard Davis was delivering a pizza in downtown Detroit when three men tried to rob him at gunpoint. As he recovered from his wounds, Davis realized the need for lightweight body armor that could be worn by law enforcement officers in the field.

March 31, 2008

Special Units

Lights, Lasers, and Tactical Sights

There was a temptation to slug this article with the headline "Pimp Your Handgun." After all, it's catchy and it's trendy…There's only one thing wrong with it, it's dead wrong.

December 31, 2007

Patrol

Rapid Light System

Safariland

Safariland, a BAE Systems company, has introduced the Rapid Light System (RLS), which combines a gun-mounted light and hand-held flashlight into one integrated light system. The RLS system employs a single, ultra-bright flashlight and separate gun mount with a built-in clip.

December 31, 2007