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Dan Wesson 1911 Commander Classic Review

If you love the 1911, you have to check out the Dan Wesson 1911 Commander Classic. Many people don’t understand why you wouldn’t just go with a modern, high-capacity, polymer pistol. After handling this gun, we think you’ll understand exactly why the 1911 is so respected. Here’s what’s great about the Dan Wesson 1911 Commander […]

Good Guy With A Gun

Good Guy With A Gun

The phrase “good guy with a gun” is often debated, criticized, or dismissed as a slogan. Yet across the United States, documented incidents show ordinary citizens—lawfully armed, acting under extreme stress—intervening to stop violent attackers and save lives.  These cases are not arguments in themselves. They are real-world events recorded by law enforcement and journalists, […]

How Loud Is A Gunshot

How Loud Is A Gunshot?

By Guy J. Sagi How loud a gunshot is depends on the firearm, but it’s usually pretty loud. Send a single round downrange without hearing protection, and permanent damage can result—even complete loss of hearing. You can eliminate the risk by wearing foamies, quality earmuffs, or modern electronic versions with suitable decibel-reduction ratings. Every experienced […]

Police Duty Belt

Police Duty Belt Setup

When considering the ideal police duty belt setup, one of the first things to keep in mind is real estate. By real estate, I mean your body type. Slimmer individuals tend to have more trouble adjusting their belts because their belts are smaller. Larger individuals have more surface area on the belt to distribute equipment, […]

Police Body Armor

Police Body Armor: What Do They Wear?

When choosing which type of police body armor to wear as an officer, look at the rules and regulations (general orders) of the agency to which you belong. This ensures you stay within their polices and procedures. Next, consider the type of scenario you’ll be facing. For example, as an officer, are you responding to […]