Ruger has produced another ad campaign promoting their SP101 revolver in .327 Federal Magnum. The .327 Magnum started as an unknown and odd cartridge, but after initial testing, was found to be much more viable than some originally thought. Richard posted an article on this firearm back in 2007, but there seems to be a growing number of revolver shooters that are interested in … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2015
Viridian X-Series Pistol Laser Lights
The [easyazon_link identifier="B0026O1EY4" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]Viridian X-Series[/easyazon_link] pistol laser light combines a bright [easyazon_link identifier="B00CEOII9K" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]Cree LED light[/easyazon_link], with the aiming advantage of a Viridian green laser sight. Green lasers have a distinct advantage over more common red lasers … [Read more...]
TruGlo Triton 30mm Reflex Optic
The TruGlo Triton reflex optic is a red dot reflex optic that seeks to provide a quality product at a reasonable price. Having a similar appearance to several tubular red dot optics on the market, the TruGlo Triton offers several features that may sway a shooter away from more expensive alternatives. TruGlo has produced several important advancements in the optics used by a … [Read more...]
Life Saving Mindset – Thinking Tactics Outside of the Box!
The Slippery Slope of Complacency Let's be honest. A law enforcement officer's job is about 90% routine and about 10% highly dangerous and potentially life-threatening situations. This is almost universally true across the spectrum of American law enforcement, whether you work for a major metropolitan agency, or the small, rural hometown. It's just the nature of the job. And … [Read more...]
The Glock 43 Single Stack 9mm Has Arrived!
Preparing for SHOT Show this year a wealth of media releases about new products, and upgrades were released. Conspicuously missing was an announcement from Glock about the handgun everyone has been seeking for a long time. Well, the BlueSheepDog Crew can finally share with our readers that Glock has produced that long-awaited pistol - the single stack, compact Glock 43 in … [Read more...]
New Accu-Grip AR-15 Pistol Grip
Like a handgun, one of the most important parts of the AR-15 for maintaining accuracy is the pistol grip. Obtaining proper alignment to the rifle, proper sight alignment, proper trigger pull and reset, and comfortable shooting and stability for follow-up shots can be narrowed down to just a few areas, and the pistol grip is definitely a critical component. This month, … [Read more...]
Should Officers Use Their Front Sights During A Gunfight?
About the Force Science Institute The Force Science Institute (FSI) is a research organization founded by Dr. Bill Lewinski, PhD. in Mancato, Minnesota. Dr. Lewinski is a 30-year clinical psychologist in human behavior who has focused his career in the area of police psychology. He created the Force Science Institute and dedicated its research to the study of human perception … [Read more...]
Sightmark Ultra Shot Reflex Sights
Sightmark Ultra Shot Series Reflex Sights Sightmark continues to expand on their line of reflex sights, and I was glad to visit their booth at SHOT Show this year. I'll be posting articles on a couple of Sightmark's new products in coming weeks, but I wanted to take a moment to review the [easyazon_link identifier="B001LZS6NG" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]Ultra … [Read more...]
7 Shooting Tips from Rob Leatham for Improved Accuracy
Did you know that an improper grip or trigger pull can throw your shots by a few inches...or even more at longer ranges? In training that might mean an embarrassing score. But, on the street that can be the difference in stopping a threat or becoming a statistic. The good news is you can improve your shooting quickly if you put your mind to it. A professional shooter and … [Read more...]
Stiegel v. Collins: Officer Pointing Gun During Terry Stop Reasonable
AUTHOR'S NOTE: The BlueSheepDog Crew strives to present precedent-bearing cases from the Federal Courts, or State Supreme Courts to help officers education themselves on the latest interpretations of laws and Constitutional actions. However, we do not present ourselves to be legal representatives in any way, and offer these Court decisions for informational purposes only. … [Read more...]