Pro-Tech Knives of Artesia, California recently announced the new Pro-Strider SnG Auto knife. Pro-Tech has partnered with Strider on this new design providing an auto-assist action to the original Strider SnG manual folding knife. Pro-Tech was chosen for their expertise in auto knife manufacturing, and for its 100%, American made facilities. Pro-Tech has a proven name in the … [Read more...]
Mossberg’s New 590A1 Ghost Ring Police Shotgun
Mossberg is no stranger to successful firearms or military service. The U.S. Marines have been issuing Mossberg shotguns for decades, and the new 590A1 adds capacity and modern modularity to a proven platform. This new Mossberg shotgun has a significant impact for law enforcement users and we'll break down features that could make this your new best friend. … [Read more...]
New Magpul C.O.R.E. Gloves
Magpul recently announced the addition of several colors to their C.O.R.E. glove line. Originally launched in black only, the new colors include charcoal gray, coyote, and sage for the Flight line. Magpul's C.O.R.E. gloves are just a part of the large push by Magpul to become a full service clothing provider, as well as an outstanding firearm accessory manufacturer. The new … [Read more...]
Strike Industries FERFRANS CQB Muzzle Brake System
Strike Industries has released its new FERFRANS muzzle brake and concussion reduction device (CRD) combination recently. This device has enormous potential for law enforcement and civilian use alike. S.I. has produced some very practical and innovative accessories for some of the most popular firearms on the market today. Strike Industries has been in business since 2011, … [Read more...]
U.S. Supreme Court: Warrantless DUI Blood Draws Unlawful
The United States Supreme Court (USSC) has just issued a ruling in consideration of the application of Implied Consent laws when collecting a blood sample to determine a suspect's blood alcohol concentration (BAC). In a decision that will have a significant impact on every law enforcement agency in America, the Supreme Court has ruled warrantless blood draws violated the 4th … [Read more...]
Ruger’s New 9mm SR1911 Commander
Ruger has just announced the release of their new SR1911 9mm Commander pistol. Following in the tradition of Ruger's fine assortment of .45 ACP Model 1911 pistols, this is Ruger's first 1911 chambered in the increasingly popular 9mm. As the market continues to experience a resurgence in popularity for the Model 1911 continues to grow, so too have the demands for 9mm versions of … [Read more...]
Signaling Tracker for Firearms?
The FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin recently published an article on a new technology, the Signaling Tracker for Firearms (STF), being developed at Radford University in Radford, Virginia. The premise of the new technology is to send an electronic signal to a police officer's Communication Center (Dispatch), whenever the officer draws his/her sidearm. The premise to provide … [Read more...]
F.B.I. Awards Glock New Duty Pistol Contract!
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has just awarded an $85 million contract to Glock for the procurement of thousands of new Glock 9mm handguns for duty use by FBI Agents. The new Glock pistols will be 9mm, rather than the current .40 caliber FBI Glocks, but will be modified slightly to meet the RFP restrictions. This announcement came much sooner than we expected, … [Read more...]
U.S. 10th Circuit: Taser Drive-Stuns Can Be Excessive Force
The United States 10th Circuit Court of Appeals has recently decided the case of Perea v. Baca and City of Albuquerque. The result will likely have widespread impact on officers across the country. The excessive force lawsuit against Albuquerque, New Mexico police officers was based on the officers use of a TASER, mostly in "drive-stun" mode, during their attempt to subdue a … [Read more...]
Officer Safety: Gun Grab During Interview
A few weeks ago a suspect was arrested for Murder in Cleveland, Ohio. Officers transported him to the police station for an interrogation by detectives. Once at the police station he was led to a video recorded interrogation room where a uniformed officer was present to guard him. At one point someone off camera instructs the uniformed officer to remove the handcuffs from the … [Read more...]