Since Magpul made the move from Colorado to Wyoming and Texas, the company has been adding a steady stream of rifle and duty accessories. The latest release from Magpul is their Core Brand gloves, and this article will focus on the Core Patrol Gloves. Made with lightweight construction, a one-piece, premium leather palm, and reinforcement in all the right places the Core Patrol … [Read more...]
Boydd’s Pat-Down Props
Perhaps the most dangerous situation faced by American law enforcement officers is conducting arrests, Terry stops, and the searches or frisks associated with those actions. Boydd Products, Inc. is a company that manufactures to-scale props to assist officers during training for these encounters. Designed to match the size, shape, and feel of real weapons and other dangerous … [Read more...]
F.B.I. Selects Aimpoint Micro Sights
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has made the news once again, as one of the largest American Federal law enforcement agencies has selected the Aimpoint Micro Sights for their elite units. Aimpoint is one of the world's leaders in holographic optics (often referred to as red dot or reflex sights), and their selection is just one more nod of recognition for their … [Read more...]
Maresca v. Fuentes – Typing Error Leads to Excessive Force
The information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice no actions should be taken based on it. You should consult with your department's legal counsel for guidance. The United States 10th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled against law enforcement officers claiming Qualified Immunity in the case of Maresca v. Fuentes. The case … [Read more...]
Haix Black Eagle Duty Boots
Haix Group produces some outstanding personal protection gear in the form of high quality duty boots for a wide range of Police, Fire, and EMS functions. The Haix line of boots and shoes use a variety of technological advancements to increase the durability, protection, and wearability of the shoes professionals wear. Haix has grown exponentially since CEO Ewald Haimerl took … [Read more...]
New G-2 Research Civic Duty Rounds
G-2 Research of Winder, Georgia has announced the delivery of their new Civic Duty self-defense round. We first got introduced to G-2 Research at SHOT Show. From what we saw, the G-2 Research ammunition offered a very interesting bullet design, that if it performed as advertised, could be one of the most impressive self-defense rounds on the market today. The new Civic Duty … [Read more...]
Shooting at Fleeing Vehicles: Mullenix v. Luna
The information presented in this article is for discussion purposes only. It is not legal advice no actions should be taken based on it. You should consult with your department's legal counsel for guidance. The United States Supreme Court (USSC) has recently made a ruling on the legality of police officers shooting at suspects fleeing in motor vehicles. The case is Mullenix … [Read more...]
FN SPR Series – Police Sniper Rifles
Fabrique Nationale Herstal (FNH) is one of the most famous and successful firearm manufacturers in the world. FNH rifles and machine guns have been used by dozens of countries on nearly every continent. Always having a very close relationship to the militaries of those countries, FNH has also been making bigger strides to gain an audience with the police forces as well. In the … [Read more...]
Wilson Combat “Compact Carry” 9mm
Wilson Combat has just announced the release of their "Compact Carry" CQB 9mm pistol. Based upon the time-honored 1911 design, the Compact Carry was specifically designed to meet the exacting height and weight requirements for the Compact Carry Pistol (CCP) division of IDPA. The Wilson Combat Compact Carry meets that goal, and more. This is a serious pistol for serious … [Read more...]
New Sierra Bullets for SIG Sauer
Sig Sauer entered into the ammunition market a few years ago, under the brand name of Elite Performance Ammunition. Sig Sauer has now partnered with famed bullet maker Sierra, to introduce a new line of Elite Performance Ammunition using Sierra V-Crown bullets. This announcement adds incredible weight to Sig Sauer's move into the ammunition market, and I am very interested in … [Read more...]