More than a year ago that I had the privilege to answer the call of duty for a very special purpose. On May 22, 2011 Joplin, Missouri had been ravaged by an EF-5 tornado that wreaked destruction and death right through the middle of the city. Almost immediately hundreds of Police, Fire, EMT, Emergency Management and other resources began to flood into the effected … [Read more...]
Blinded by the Light: Sightmark H2000 Review
When I read about the Sightmark 2000 lumen flashlight, I was dumbfounded. How could anyone pack that much juice into a handheld light? Fortunately for me, Sightmark was willing to send on to me for review. The Sightmark H2000 is a hand-held flashlight, suitable also for mounting on a firearm. It has a variety of features and is said to be perfect for “shooting, … [Read more...]
New Laser Speed Devices: Analysis of Performance and Features
We’ve heard this before. You need to know what laser guns can do and if they meet your officers’ needs and not just your budget. Here is a performance guide: Police laser guns have been with us since Laser Technology, Inc. introduced its 20/20 Marksman in 1991. These first laser guns were heavy (almost five pounds) and could only produce a single shot, not a continual … [Read more...]
Danner Tachyon Boots
Danner is introducing a new police duty boot in early 2013 called the Tachyon. The Tachyon is designed to be lightweight, yet durable, boot for both patrol and SWAT duties. The total weight of the pair of boots is only 26 ounces (that is both boots, not each boot.) … [Read more...]
Micro-Nines: The Snubs of the 21st Century
Today, even the term “snub” may be unfamiliar to 21st century warriors. For those who came in late, it might be best described as a small or medium frame revolver with a short (two inch to 2 1/2 inch) barrel. A quarter of a century ago, “automania” took hold and cops everywhere were trading off their traditional revolvers for a self-loading pistol. In a few short years, the … [Read more...]
SIG Sauer P938 Nightmare Review
This new SIG SAUER Model P938 Nightmare, chambered in 9x19mm caliber, is an updated version of SIG’s Model P238, chambered in .380ACP, which was introduced in 2009. With the P238 being a locked breech, short recoil operated pistol, the action is more than sufficient to handle the more powerful 9x19mm round. In one sense, the original – the P238 – is overbuilt for the .380ACP … [Read more...]