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Product Review: The Hoo-Rag protection garment Video

The machine-washable microfiber Hoo-Rag comes in both bright and subdued colors (for bright and subdued people) and definitely belongs in the patrol officer’s bug-out bag. ...

Video: Nanomaterial can stop a speeding bullet Video

ABC News HOUSTON — Researchers at a Rice University lab are researching technology that that could potentially stop a 9-millimeter bullet and seal the entryway behind it — an advance that may ...

Arbitrator to take on fight over police uniforms Comments

By PoliceOne Staff PHOENIX — An arbitrator will handle the disagreement between the Phoenix Police Department and some of its officers regarding new dress code regulations. For the past 15 years, ...

Tech Behind the Gear: Blauer® ArmorSkin™ and StreetShirt™ Comments

The Blauer ArmorSkin carrier paired with the StreetShirt undershirt and an innovative suspension system solve common body armor woes. ...

A breathable armor solution keeps you cool, and safe Comments

If you work in an area which gets at all hot during the summer months, your agency should consider ArmorSkin as a uniform option. ...

Ga. police make first change to uniforms in 25 years Comments

Marcus E. Howard Cherokee Tribune CANTON, Ga. — Beginning Friday, officers with the Canton Police Department will be sporting a new look for the first time in 25 years. Since 1987, officers have ...

Weighty issue: Lighter line of tac pants promises to perform

A bestselling brand displayed its latest line of lightweight tactical pants during IACP 2012. Visitors to the 5.11 Tactical booth were introduced to the TacLite Pro, which weighs in at 2.4 ounces less ...

Dress code changes anger Ariz. cops Video

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By PoliceOne Staff PHOENIX — More than 100 officers have filed grievances about a recent change to the Phoenix police dress code that requires a more formal uniform. Phoenix Police Chief Daniel Garcia, ...

Product Review: Covert cargo pants from 5.11 Tactical Comments

In my opinion, these are the perfect pants for wear in any casual off-duty venue where it’d be appropriate to wear khakis or ‘nice jeans’ ...

NM police chief urges uniform color change Comments

By Vic Vela Albuquerque Journal A kinder, gentler uniform may soon be coming to a Santa Fe police officer near you. Santa Fe Police Chief Ray Rael wants to transition patrol officers' dark-colored ...

SHOT Show 2012: 'Get the funk out!' with the DRIFIRE flight suit

These flight suits contain the ability to reduce the development of microbiological agents that cause us to offend. ...

SHOT Show 2012: Women's tactical apparel from Blackhawk! Comments

Being a woman in law enforcement, I find it difficult to find clothing that fits the demands of the profession. The majority of the time I am stuck with having to wear tactical clothes designed for men. ...

Gifts for cops that give back

This holiday season, perhaps you’ll consider buying gifts from companies that have committed to donating monies to LE-related charitable foundations. ...

Clothing that washes itself?

One of the many distinctions between the human genders is in the way we evaluate whether an item of clothing needs to be laundered. If a woman has worn the garment since it was last washed, it’s ...

Police impersonators: How do we take back the uniform? Comments

In addressing the growing problem of criminals impersonating law enforcement, the starting point must be to review the availability of anyone purchasing various law enforcement items. ...

Product Review: 5.11 covert/CCW shirt Comments

Good off-duty/CCW, plain clothes stuff is not easy to find. I hear people complain all the time how hard it is to find clothing that makes CCW easier and more comfortable. The 5.11 Covert/CCW Shirt achieves ...

Product Review: TRU-SPEC 24-7 Series shorts, pants, and polo

I recently tested the TRU-SPEC 24-7 9” Shorts, 24-7 Polyester Cotton Zip Off Pants, and the 24-7 Series Short-Sleeve Polo. These products were among the best, most mobile and quietest tactical wear ...

5.11 Tactical fundraises with 9/11 memorial line Comments

It’s been almost ten years since the attacks on September 11th, and first responders are still finding ways to commemorate those who were killed. 5.11 Tactical CEO Don Costa got the idea for a line ...

Time to recharge your shirt Comments

Gadgets get smaller all the time. The first cell phones were the size of large bricks, and were almost as heavy; now they’re smaller than a pack of cards. What hasn’t kept up as well are the ...

T-shirts honors fallen cop, raise money for Wis. PD Video

By Chris Hrapsky WBAY-TVFON DU LAC, Wisc. - To honor slain police officer Craig Birkholz, a Fond du Lac company is making T-shirts to help the Fond du Lac Police Department.It's more than a T-shirt - it's ...