The Force Science Institute (FSI) just published a detailed study through the Law Enforcement Executive Forum on the benefits of the passenger side approach when conducting vehicle stops. The authors here at BlueSheepDog (BSD) have long been preaching the tactical benefits of this approach from our own experiences, and we are very excited to see a scientific study supporting … [Read more...]
Heckler & Koch SP5K Pistol Arrives!
Heckler & Koch has announced their new SP5K pistol will officially be introduced to America at the NRA Annual Meeting and Exposition in Louisville, Kentucky this weekend. The SP5K is a semi-automatic pistol based on the company's iconic MP5K sub-machine gun. This announcement has garnered a lot of attention in both law enforcement and civilian circles. Designed to be a … [Read more...]
Styrka S7 2.5-15×50 Mil-Dot Scope
The Styrka S7 2.5-15x50mm rifle scope is a feature-packed option that could provide budget-strapped departments a viable police sniper scope for nearly half the cost of many competitors. Styrka scopes may not be as well-known to law enforcement shooters, but are gaining recognition by hunters for their clarity, durability and accuracy. Styrka means "strong" in Swedish, and the … [Read more...]
Spartan Blades Nyx Combat Knife
The Spartan Blades Nyx Combat Knife is one of those blades that just jumps out at you with amazing design lines, and high-quality materials and craftsmanship. It is one of those knives, particularly for knife enthusiasts, that causes the viewer to think to themselves "I must have this knife". Typically on BlueSheepdog we only post articles or conduct reviews on products with … [Read more...]
Exos Gear Bravo Series Pack
The Exos Gear Bravo Series packs are really nice backpacks with law enforcement, personal, recreational, or even a go-bag applications. Exos Gear has already produced useful hiking and personal packs. Made from highly durable 600 Denier Polyester, and having a Molle attachment system on the outside cover, the Bravo Series packs offer a compact backpack with great potential … [Read more...]
Fenix TK09 900 Lumen Flashlight
The Fenix TK09 flashlight is one of the company's targeted flashlights for law enforcement users. Having a maximum light output of 900 lumens, and coming with four different lighting options, the nicely compact TK09 could be an ideal duty or back-up flashlight. The size of the TK09 is roughly the same as the Surefire G2X or Streamlight Poly-Tac or Scorpion lights. Fenix has … [Read more...]
NYPD Adds Springfield XD-S for Back-Up and Off-Duty
Springfield Armory has just announced the New York City Police Department (NYPD) has approved the Springfield Armory XD-S 9mm pistol as a back-up or off-duty firearm for their officers. This is a huge development for Springfield Armory, with a serious potential of sales in a highly restrictive market. [See our Springfield Armory XDS 9mm review for more details on this … [Read more...]
Covered 6 Savior Multi-Threat Shield
One of the most innovative items I saw at SHOT Show this year was the Covered 6 Savior Multi-Threat Shield (MTS). At the time the Savior MTS ballistic shield was a prototype with some final manufacturing details yet to be completed. Now the Covered 6 Savior MTS is finished and ready for purchase. The Covered 6 Savior MTS is a highly compact ballistic shield consisting of … [Read more...]
Famed Firearms Instructor Pat Rogers has Died
Famed firearms instructor Pat Rogers suddenly died at his home after a massive heart attack. Pat Rogers was a retired NYPD Sergeant and Chief Warrant Officer in the Marine Corps, who turned his "street" skills into one of the most popular and highly acclaimed private firearms instruction programs in the nation. Pat incorporated E.A.G. Tactical in 1992, as the firearms and … [Read more...]
CRKT Civet Neck Knives
Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) just announced the release of their Civet neck knives by popular knifemaker Flavio Ikoma, of Prudente, Brazil. Ikoma is an innovative designer responsible for a number of quality knives like the CRKT Fossil. CRKT continues to produce outstanding knives and tools designed to meet and exceed the needs for everyday users rather than … [Read more...]