Streamlight Inc. has introduced the TLR-8 A and the TLR-8 A G, featuring red or green aiming lasers, and offering ergonomic rear switch options with either a low or high position to match users’ shooting style. Both lights deliver 500 lumens and feature a rail clamp that attaches and detaches easily from the side of a broad array of compact and full frame weapons.
POLICE has covered handling and defending against edged weapons and using laser sights on revolvers and semi-autos.
Officers say they are using a wide variety of tools to improve situational awareness and firearm accuracy.
Not only does a laser sighting system enhance firearm accuracy when an officer is under attack, it can also help de-escalate violent confrontations.
The Mepro Mor from Meprolight is a multi-purpose, multi-activated "red dot" reflex sight with laser designators especially designed for quick and instinctive accurate shooting.
The field tested 92FS professional sidearm is now available from the Beretta factory with a precision engineered internal Guide Rod Laser preinstalled. The new laser-equipped Beretta 92FS pistol represents LaserMax's latest collaborative effort with Beretta.
Smith & Wesson Corp. has joined forces with Crimson Trace to introduce enhanced, integrated laser sighting systems for the S&W's Bodyguard handguns.
The LDI DBAL-A2 has been adopted as part of LAPD SWAT integrated night capability system.
The technology will enable green laser sighting devices to be smaller and maintain optimum visibility across a broad range of temperatures.
Laser sighting systems help officers with target identification, and as we well know when deploying any weapon system, target identification is key. We are not always going to have the luxury of getting into a gunfight under "ideal" conditions.