Sturm Ruger & Company has just announced the release of two new calibers for their very popular GP100 and Redhawk model lines. The [easyazon_link identifier="B0000C1CME" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]Ruger GP100[/easyazon_link] will now be offered in .44 Special while the [easyazon_link identifier="B001QVUGA6" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]Redhawk[/easyazon_link] will … [Read more...]
Archives for 2016
Restorative Sleep: A New Look at Sleeping on Duty
A few weeks ago the Force Science Institute posted an article about Restorative Sleep. The concept of Restorative Sleep involves scientific studies on the devastating impact to the human body and mind for officers and other emergency personnel who are required to work the overnight shift. The overnight shift more than any other is associated with fatigue and sleep … [Read more...]
Bravo Company’s New Colonel Fighting Knife
Bravo Company Manufacturing (BCM) is one of the most respected firearms accessory businesses on the market. The BCM AR-15 uppers, lowers, complete rifles, and accessories are considered some of the best available. BCM just recently announced their first solo knife design, the Colonel. According to Bravo Company, the Colonel has been "designed from the ground up for the … [Read more...]
Magpul MOE SL-S AR-15 Stock Released
Magpul has recently announced the release of (2) new buttstocks. The MOE SL-S AR-15 stock is an adjustable AR-15 stock with flared cheek welds, QD and traditional sling attachments, and dual storage compartments. The MOE SL-S AR-15 stock is another advancement to the [easyazon_link identifier="B006WF5EM6" locale="US" tag="bluesheecom-20"]MOE[/easyazon_link] line of highly … [Read more...]
Firearms Safety: Startle Fire
In two recent law enforcement involved shootings, officers unintentionally discharged their firearms under very stressful situations. Though the discharges may have occurred during felony or high risk situations, a police officer cannot discharge their firearm unless they deliberately intend to do so under lawful guidelines of Constitutional and Statutory authority. This type … [Read more...]
HERA Arms CQR AR-15 Components
HERA Arms (High-grade European Research for Small Arms) has developed some incredibly nice and unorthodox component options for the AR-15. Not only are their CQR components uniquely attractive, but they serve several legitimate purposes beyond their aesthetic appeal. With the incredible expansion of everything AR-15 over the last decade, there is no shortage of gimmicks and … [Read more...]
Maelstrom TAC FORCE 8″ Boot Review
Maelstrom Tactical is a company dedicated to providing duty related uniform items. One of their most popular items are the TAC FORCE 8" Boots. Designed specifically for law enforcement and other first responders, the TAC FORCE 8" boots combine leather and nylon materials with reinforced support and YKK zippers. The TAC FORCE 8" boots provide users a pair of duty boots that are … [Read more...]
New G2 Research Telos Ammunition
G2 Research is at it again with the introduction of their new affordable Telos line of self-defense ammunition. Currently the Telos line offers a 105-grain +P .38 Special round, and a 92-grain +P 9mm round. The Telos line is advertised as a more affordable G2 Research self-defense ammunition option that does not sacrifice performance or expansion capabilities. G2 Research made … [Read more...]
Telor Tactical Tagalong: Ballistic Armor Holster Review
Telor Tactical is a relatively new manufacturer of law enforcement and civilian holsters, but they produce some very nice options to the market. Made primarily from neoprene, nylon and Velcro, the Telor Tactical holsters are designed for comfort, fit, and practical use by on-duty police personnel and civilian CCP holders as well. Telor Tactical sent us a few of their products … [Read more...]
Are U.S. Marines Switching to HK 416?
Recently our friends at TheFirearmBlog reported on the possibility of the United States Marine Corps selecting the HK 416 as their new service rifle. This was after Military.com reported U.S. Marines testing the HK 416 at the Air-Ground Combat Center in Twenty-Nine Palms, California under the designation of M27 IAR (Infantry Automatic Rifle). The Marines, like the rest of the … [Read more...]