Police Firearms News & Articles

A new look at why officers often fire controversial “extra” shots after a threat has ended has been published by an independent shooting reconstructionist and certified Force Science analyst.Researcher ...

Police firearms trainers have to try to balance the need for conventional "qualification" (something that may never change due to board- or state-level requirements beyond your control) and the need to actually prepare officers to fight with the gun. ...

Despite an almost universal changeover to semi-auto pistols in police duty holsters, one category of revolvers still remains a top seller. The five-shot .38 Special caliber revolver simply refuses to die. Several manufacturers are filling the demand for these handy pocket and ankle guns, but the LCR (Lightweight Compact Revolver) from Sturm, Ruger & Co. has broken new ground. ...

By Lindsey J. BertomenThe precision law enforcement rifle, designed to deliver reliable and accurate direct fire when necessary, is only one component of a system that includes the rifle, scopes, cartridge, ...

Some find the term offensive is because it has been misused to incorrectly portray police shootings while some argue that contagious fire doesn’t even exist. First, let’s discuss what contagious fire is not. A number of officers firing their weapons should not be described as “contagious fire” if each individual officer perceived a threat and made a reasonable deadly force decision based on that threat. ...

As we approached the SIG Sauer booth, we came upon a demonstration being conducted by famed competitive shooter Max Michel, who is now team captain for SIG’s competitive shooting activities. Michel, who rose to prominence with the United States Army Marksmanship Unit (USAMU), was demonstrating proper stance and some other excellent reminders. ...

By PoliceOne Staff Springfield Armory’s booth at SHOT Show 2010 was crowded with people interested in the company’s latest iteration on its XD line of pistols. We spoke with one Springfield ...

By PoliceOne StaffThe highly anticipated ACR from Bushmaster, Magpul and Remington finally made its debut at this year's SHOT Show. Officers had been waiting for this release since it was first announced ...

By PoliceOne StaffThere were many weapon enhancements and accessories at SHOT Show this year, but Grauer Systems' new Integrated Grip Rail System (IGRS) seemd to cater directly to law enforcement professionals ...

How many times have you held a gun, wishing that your grip would imprint itself so that the next time you grabbed for your firearm, your hand comfortably fit the handle? This year at SHOT Show, RAT (Rapid ...

By PoliceOne StaffThe FNH USA booth at SHOT Show had an overwhelming number of new pistols, handguns, rifles, tactical firearms, and less lethal options to explore. In a recent press release, FNH Vice ...

By PoliceOne StaffBeretta was out in force at SHOT Show 2010, launching several new products to add to their successful firearms line. The new Model 92A1 and 96A1 pistols represent the evolution of the ...

By PoliceOne StaffThe GLOCK booth at SHOT Show was buzzing as distributors and officers hovered over the new Gen4 pistols. The new design featured on these pistols will excite law enforcement officers ...

By PoliceOne StaffWith integrated lasers and a new lightweight feel, the new Smith & Wesson BODYGUARD 38 and BODYGUARD 380 are the perfect back-up gun option for law enforcement officers.The new pistol ...

"Artifacts" such as yard lines and targets that look like silhouettes, ten rings in the abdominal area, and absolutely no cover to use on the range still seem to permeate our training. From a motor learning standpoint, these things make no sense at all. ...

Taking the “top shooter” award in your training class is cool, but winning your first gunfight is way cooler. We need to prepare officers for the next gunfight, not the next competitive shooting match. We must train deadly force in a manner that will ensure officers pass the real test: winning a gunfight at 20 feet, not punching tight groups at 15-25 yards. ...

Fox5Vegas.comLAS VEGAS — A gun found inside a stall in a women’s restroom located past the security checkpoint on the C concourse at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas caused a hold ...

When the budget ax falls, where do you cut? Believe it or not, a creative Rangemaster can make it through these tough economic times, keep his chief or sheriff happy, and make sure his/her officers are also adequately trained, highly motivated, and thoroughly prepared for the street. ...