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Fixed-Blade Knives

View our photo gallery of fixed-blade knives that appeared in the June issue of POLICE Magazine. We covered 10 of these knives in a feature article; this gallery presents all the photos and information about these knives, as well as a bonus knife that didn't appear in print. The full article is "Fixed-Blade Knives for Duty."

The Benchmade Nim Cub II fits most agency policies with its 3.5-inch blade and tang that are one piece. For a solid grip, Benchmade uses Noryl GTX, which is also tough and capable of surviving most chemicals you could come in contact with on duty. The knife arrives with a range of blade options, starting with tanto or drop point, and a plain edge or a partially serrated edge.

Fixed-Blade Knives for Duty

Many of the fixed blades built for law enforcement are designed for heavy-duty applications: cutting seat belts and harnesses, hacking through underbrush, breaking windows, prying open doors (not recommended), or they can even be used to puncture liquid containers. These uses will generally destroy any pocket knife you might carry.

5.11 Tactical's Side Kick has a 2.125-inch blade, and retails for $49.99.

Wisconsin Approves Concealed Carry

Wisconsin lawmakers lifted the state's ban on carrying concealed weapons Tuesday with a measure expected to be signed by Gov. Scott Walker. Once Wisconsin's measure takes effect this fall, Illinois will be the only state that bans carrying guns, knives and other concealed weapons.

California Seizes 1,200 Illegally Possessed Firearms

California law enforcement agents have seized 1,200 firearms from people legally barred from owning them because of mental illness or restraining orders.

Glock Opens Photo Contest for 2012 Calendar

Glock Inc. is now accepting photo submissions from Glock owners and gun enthusiasts for a chance to have their photo appear in the official Glock 2012 calendar.

EMA Tactical Introduces Three-Window Magazine

The three-window system allows the operator to keep track of the number of remaining rounds and facilitates timely magazine changes without the operator losing a sight picture. Simply glancing down at the back of the magazine from a cheek weld shows the approximate number of rounds remaining.

Ontario Knife Introduces the Ranger Task Force Infidel (TFI)

The five-inch, 5160 high-carbon steel blade measures 0.25 inches wide and stretches 10.228 inches in length. The TFI's blade is coated with a black texture powder coat for protection and concealment.

Photo: Ontario Knife Co.

Beretta Introduces Tx4 Storm Semiauto Shotgun

Beretta has introduced the Tx4 Storm semiautomatic shotgun for law enforcement and home defense. The Tx4 is a gas-operated, 12-gauge shotgun Beretta is marketing as a lightweight, compact option.

Photo: Beretta.

Sturm, Ruger & Co. SR1911 Pistol

I found the SR1911 to be a fitting example of a 1911 pistol. It was well built of first-class materials, and it displayed excellent ergonomics; above average accuracy; and reliability.

Photo: Sean Pollock

TASER X2: Double Shot

TASER International's X2 is a two-shot ECD with dual laser aiming and visible warning arc.

Photo: TASER International.

BART to Issue TASERs to Every Officer

The agency's board on Thursday approved the purchase of 130 of the electronic control devices. The $140,775 purchase of the additional stun guns was recommended by outside consultants following the fatal 2009 New Year's Day shooting of Oscar Grant by then BART police officer Johannes Mehserle.

Gas System Carbon Remover

The CRT-14 is a professional tool specifically designed to remove the carbon from the very difficult-to-clean cavities of the M-14/M1A gas system.

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