Elite Tactical Systems (ETS) alternative Glock magazines. From our first post, to our review of the ETS Glock 9mm magazines at SHOT Show this year, we have been very impressed with the quality of manufacturing, and the much more affordable price over standard Glock magazines. Made from extremely durable "advanced polymer", the ETS magazines have already garnered very … [Read more...]
Tactical Mic Klip
Tactical Klips is an officer-owned small business created to solve some of the duty gear concerns officers face on the streets. Their Tactical Mic Klip (TMK) is one of those products that solves a problem that most of us have faced over our careers. The TMK is designed to attach to an officer's uniform shirt and provide a very secure attachment for the officer's corded radio … [Read more...]
The Trouble With Tannerite!
Who doesn't like a big boom? Everyone that enjoys shooting likes to feel the power and hear to roar of their firearm. The 4th of July celebrations would not be the same without the enormous expenditure of small explosives in the form of fireworks. Movies and television shows love to add in dramatic explosions and gun fire to increase ratings. However, there is one area of … [Read more...]
CRKT Pangolin Fixed Blade Knife
The Columbia River Knife & Tool (CRKT) Pangolin fixed blade knife is a very nice combination of craftsmanship, materials, and purpose-built design. The Pangolin could make a perfect back-up knife for patrol or SWAT work, or just a very nice off-duty knife as well. Designed by Ryan Johnson, of RMJ Tactical in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the Pangolin not only looks good, it feels … [Read more...]
New Tru-Glo Tru-Brite 1-6x24mm Scope
TRUGLO introduced several new optics at SHOT Show this year, including their new Tru-Brite 1-6x24mm tactical rifle scope. Previously TRUGLO had entered the variable magnification rifle optic market with the Tru-Brite 1-4x24mm scope. This new optic is another entry in this increasingly popular rifle optic option. Variable magnification provides shooters a much greater … [Read more...]
SKYNET – A Solution to Drones!
Advanced Ballistic Concepts announced their innovative new SKYNET anti-drone round at SHOT Show this year. This is not the SKYNET made infamous by the Terminator movie series, though I believe the naming is more than by chance. The new round is a collaboration of the company's SKYNET and Center-Shot Technology, and is designed to down a drone that could be interfering with … [Read more...]
The Threat of Drones to Law Enforcement
Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) may have only come into the common lexicon in the last few years, but they are rapidly becoming a major concern for the public and law enforcement. Previously, the idea of drones was left to science-fiction movies, but the potential uses of a drone have expanded well beyond the mysterious as released military videos have proven the … [Read more...]
Kriss Vector Gen II in 9mm
KRISS introduced the new Vector Gen II at SHOT Show this year. Chambered in the very popular 9mm cartridge, and designed to use Glock magazines, the new Gen II Vector is the next step in one of the most innovative firearms to enter the market in recent history. There are several options for the KRISS Vector Gen II, ranging from a pistol to carbine. The Vector Gen II 9mm … [Read more...]
Car Stop Shooting Video: Deadly Threats Come Quickly!
On December 22, 2015 Officer Samuel Hodge stopped motorist, Charles Reynolds in Ludlow, Kentucky. The incident went from a standard traffic stop to a deadly force encounter in a matter of seconds. This article will look at the video and hopefully provide officers some sound advice on how to navigate a similar circumstance and come out victorious. BlueSheepDog is … [Read more...]
New Safariland GLS 575 IWB Holster
Safariland has just announced the release of their new GLS Pro-Fit Model 575 Inside-the-waistband (IWB) holster. This new addition to the GLS Pro-Fit series of holsters will surely be a welcomed one, especially for CCW permit holders who often prefer the most concealed method of carrying their handguns. At the 2015 SHOT Show Safariland introduced the GLS Pro-Fit Model … [Read more...]