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COMPLACENCY KILLS
Why LEOs need to constantly train and change up their routines!
ow many years on the street does it take before a veteran cop knows it all? At what
point does the combination of training and experience negate the need for additional knowledge? While the obvious (and perhaps somewhat facetiously offered)
answer is along the lines of Never! Learning is ongoing and lifelong, and failing to always train is dangerously complacent, the truth is that too many of us do allow ourselves
the luxury of that complacency. We feel sufciently competent and, unless pushed, content to let what weve already learned and know inform our opinions and methods. We
may eschew all but the occasional mandatory recertication and resist new ideas or
practices because, well, What new tricks can you really teach an old dog like me?
For many of the things we do and the skills we use, that may be a reasonable question. Certain police responsesdomestic disputes, common complaints and crimes,
trafc accidents, and any number of other calls for service we routinely answerbecome well-honed as they are continuously practiced by our merely showing up. Other
skills are perishable; no matter how many times youve practiced them in a theoretical
setting, without regular real world practice and reinforcement, they remain little used
and largely out of mind until suddenly and unexpectedly needed.
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Life Or Death
Deadly-force encounters are just one example of these little used but critical skills.
Other common skills taught to and expected of law enforcement ofcers usually include
rst aid and CPR, both of which become tools we all share but rarely get to practice
and, when we do need to use them, they can be a great source of anxiety. I had gone
through nearly two-dozen CPR trainings and recertications before I ever had to nally
put the skills to use for real. Despite all of the training, practice, retraining and regular
updates Id had over 21 years, when I nally had to put my hands on someone without
a pulse and try to bring them back to life, I questioned whether I really knew what I was
doing. Far more cops will use rst aid and lifesaving techniques than deadly force over
the course of a career, so how great is the need to stay up to date on rearms training
lest we hesitate or freeze when our lives are on the line?
Ongoing practice should test not only shooting and weapon-handling abilities on
a regular basis but also tactical prociency in dynamic, real-world situations. Even
the much more commonly used less-lethal force tactics and skills can degrade over
time; as ofcers become more procient through experience, they develop the verbal intervention and de-escalation techniques that lessen the likelihood theyll need to
use force in most situations. Continuous training for both is critical, not only because
the skills involved are perishable, but also for another equally important if somewhat
uncomfortable reason: We are all getting older, and aging has a direct effect on skill
retention and whether we will be able to use these skills when needed.
Always Adapting
Whether it stems from arrogance, laziness or the sense that there are already too
few hours in the day, too many ofcers reach a point where they shun ongoing training.
But complacency kills, and one of the worst forms of complacency is the idea that we
already know all we will ever need to know.
This resistance to change leaves law enforcement ofcers at risk, especially as
they get older. Understanding how we age, what our bodies naturally go through, and
accepting our accumulated bumps and bruises is not enough. Frequent training and
practice drills throughout a career allow adjustments to be made, accommodating the
incremental shifts we all go through.
So if you, a law enforcement ofcer, wonder, What new tricks can you really teach
an old dog like me? know that the answer is Plenty! You just have to be as open to
learning and practice as if you were a still rookie.
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8 First Responder
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FIRST RESPONDER
BY MASSAD AYOOB
GATHERING EVIDENCE
Five real-life cases explain how important it is
to accurately record everything at an incident!
Careful evidence gathering and

analysis can make or break an
investigation, bringing the truth
to light in the court of law.
In 2014, no ofcer-involved use of

force rocked the nation more than
the shooting death of Michael Brown
at the hands of Ferguson, Missouri,
Police Ofcer Darren Wilson.
It affected every cop in America in some
way, though none more than the embattled
Ofcer Wilson himself. We all know now
that in this incident, which well call for
instructional purposes Case One, an
initial contact with two suspects in a strongarm robbery escalated when one suspect,
Brown, violently attacked the ofcer and
tried to disarm him. Trapped in the front
seat of his patrol vehicle, Wilson had to
shoot him off the gun. Brown ran, Ofcer
Wilson pursued, and when Brown then
lunged again toward the ofcer as if to take
his gun, Wilson shot and killed him. We all
know what happened thereafter.
Why did a grand jury, after reviewing

all of the evidence, decide not to indict the
cop for a crime? Because the evidence
conrmed the account he gave investigating
ofcers in the immediate aftermath. Why
was that evidence still there, at a shooting
scene that quickly became the center of a
major civil disturbance? Because the rst
cops responding to this ofcer-involved
shooting did the best they could to preserve
that critical evidence. Young Mr. Brown was
pronounced dead at the scene, and while
many later complained that his body was
left where it fell for too long, in the end that
was critical to allow crime scene investigators to take meticulous measurements to
determine exactly what happened. Ironically,
if an angry crowd had not erupted, those
measurements and photographs could have
been taken much sooner, and the body
moved that much sooner. The objective
needs of justiceserving the truth of the investigationmust always take precedence

over the hurt feelings of people who do not
understand duty and the law.
RECORD THE TRUTH

When you are the rst LEO to arrive at
the scene, you have many responsibilities
and you obviously have to prioritize. First, of
course, is safetyyours, that of your fellow
ofcers and that of innocents who may be at
the scene. If a criminal perpetrator is present, he must be contained and controlled.
Evidence gathering is lower on the priority
list than these life-saving duties.
But, once things are under control, evidence gathering becomes critical. Consider
Case Two, in Iowa. No witnesses were
present when the perpetrator ambushed an
ofcer who was writing reports in his parked
patrol car. The attacker dove in through
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the drivers window and grabbed him

by the throat with one hand and by his
holstered pistol with the other, screaming that he would kill him. The ofcer had
to shoot the attacker, who, crippled for
life by the single shot red, later claimed
that the ofcer had stepped out of his
patrol car and shot him for nothing.
Fortunately, one of the rst ofcers
who responded to the shooting scene
grabbed a camera out of his patrol car
and photographed where the involved
ofcers collar escutcheon had been
torn loose by attempted strangulation.
This was critical in winning total police
defense verdicts, rst when the ofcer
was tried criminally over the shooting
and then again in civil court when he and
his department were sued.
I was retained as an expert witness
in Case Two, and also in the following
two cases, which show the importance
of early evidence gathering to achieving
fair outcomes in cases that dont happen to involve LEOs. In Case Three,
which took place in Tennessee, pictures
of injuries to the female shooter from
the beating she had received from her
estranged husband were taken by rst
responding ofcers, and they were
pivotal to winning her acquittal on the
grounds of self-defense when she was
tried for manslaughter.
In Case Four in West Virginia,
close-up photos of spent casings taken
So often, truth equals

justice. But evidence is
needed to support truth,
and evidence is terribly
perishable
at the scene by state police personnel

were a critical factor in a murder trial
where the prosecution allowed that the
rst ve shots were red in self-defense
but the last two must have been the
execution murder of the attacker after he
ran 40 feet and collapsed. Shell casing
damage showed that the last two ejected casings had apparently been picked
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GATHERING EVIDENCE
SERVING JUSTICE
Most people today, including LEOs, routinely
carry smartphones that can capture photos and
video. Once the scene is contained, consider a
quick video sweep of that scene. The camera
might just capture evidence later determined to
say, if you were really there

the whole time, why do you
not appear in this panoramic
360-degree video taken when
you say you were there?)
Photograph any involved
ofcer (or other parties active
in the shooting) from head to
foot. Dirt or leaves or snow on
the back of an ofcers uniform
can be brushed off between
when they leave the scene and
when they arrive at the police
department for questioning,
and can prove they were down
on the ground in a struggle
for their life if it is captured
photographically. Anyone who
has been in a ght should be
The crime scene must be completely secured and under control
before careful evidence-gathering procedures can begin.
checked all over for at least 48
hours for bruises that show up
be critical that got displaced or lost in the hublater, which should be photographically recorded.
bub of paramedics and other rst responders. It
It can mean the difference between the truth
might also capture witnesses who left the scene
prevailing or a lie being seen as the truth.
so they can be contacted later to ll out missing
So often, truth equals justice. But evidence is
pieces of the evidentiary jigsaw puzzle. (If liars
needed to support truth, and evidence is terribly
bearing false witness later emerge to testify
perishable, and that is why gathering evidence
against a cop who red in self-defense, that
must be on the list of imperatives for the rst
video might also allow police defense lawyers to
responding ofcer.
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up at the shooting scene in the treaded boot

soles or gurney tires of responding emergency
personnel, and dislodged near where the corpse
was found. Once the evidence was explained,
the result was a just acquittal in a self-defense
shooting, instead of an unjust conviction that
would have mandated life without parole.
Going a century or so back into history,
we nd an example where a rst responding
ofcers attention to detail at a homicide scene
locked in a conviction for a genuine murderer.
In Case Five, famed Old West gunghter
Elfego Baca was sheriff of Socorro County, New
Mexico, when, at a murder scene, he ordered a
deputy to secure human feces found nearby and
put the material in a tin can. Later, he encountered a suspect who was so nervous he had to
take a break for an emergency bowel movement.
Sheriff Baca had a deputy save that evidentiary
material in another tin can. A unique pattern of
chili seeds matched both pieces of evidence and
helped bring the murderer to justice.
DUTY READY
BY DONALD J. MIHALEK
ACTIVE-SHOOTER
RESPONSE BAGS
Be prepared at a moments notice with
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When the call comes, the response

must be immediatethere is no
time to think. An operators
mindset and gear must be ready
to go on a moments notice.
Whether its a terrorist attack, an active shooter
or a crime in progress, time is not on the
responders side. The faster LEOs can get to the
problem and engage, the higher the chances of
diminishing or eliminating that threat.
As the threat matrix for law enforcement ofcers nationwide has grown and changed, so too
has the amount of necessary gear. Gone are
the days of a gun, a badge and a ticket book. No
longer is a simple day on patrol simple. During
a shift, ofcers can go from a making trafc
stop to engaging an active shooter in seconds.
The gear ofcers need for these wide-ranging
threats has to be packed and ready to go.
Organization is the key to an ofcers effective response, so you cant just throw everything
in the trunk of a patrol car. Gear bags have
become a necessary response and organization
tool, but they arent one size ts all, and different
gear bags are meant for different dynamics.
BLACKHAWK
For SWAT callouts when all of your gear,
including a rie, needs to be ready to go,
BlackHawk offers its Medium ALERT
Bag. Combining exceptional compartmentalization and versatility, the ALERT
unzips and folds at for quick, convenient
loading. The bag also offers the operator
several large, zippered, mesh compartments with which to segregate each piecee
of gear, allowing for easy gear identicatioon
and implementation. The ALERT is constructed of 1,000-denier nylon and featurees
reinforced stitching for durability. Betweenn the
bags shoulder strap and its several handlles,
this bag can be grabbed securely at virtuall
ally
any point. At 30 inches long and 16 inchees
Officers need to have all of their essential

active-shooter response gearincluding first-aid
kits and extra ammostored in a ready-to-go
pack like this BackHawk Courier bag.
wide and offering 6,720 cubic inches of space,

the ALERT gives every operator, regardlesss off
his or her role, optimal room for storing gear.r.
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through zipper system allows quick access

into its large, padded internal compartment.
In addition to patrol gear, the bag can
be rigged with lights, ammunition, handcuffs
and rst-aid gear. The main compartment
is also equipped with BlackHawks STRIKE
webbing and loop panel for the attachment of
extra gear pouches and accessories. Its padded shoulder strap and carry handle make the
Courier an easy-handling and versatile go bag
for rapid responses.
BlackHawks Diversion Courier bag has, as
the name implies, a very low-key appearance. It
looks like an ordinary messenger shoulder bag,
but its been enhanced for personal protection and responses. Useful both for patrol and
active-shooter responses, the bag is constructed of industrial-strength 500-denier nylon and
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bag gives the operator plenty of room and

a great platform with which to address a
threat. (blackhawk.com; 800-379-1732)
5.11 TACTICAL
5.11 Tactical makes a bag specically
designed for active-shooter responses: the
Bail Out Bag. Made from tough 1,050-denier
nylon, the Bail Out was designed to be carried close to the body, providing ofcers with
quick access to all of its compartments. Its
compact shape makes it easily deployable
from a vehicle. The front pockets hold up to
six AR magazines, while a webbed side utility pocket serves to hold extraneous gear.
Also available from 5.11 is the Wingman
Patrol Bag. Designed to give the ofcer the ultimate in portable organization, the Wingman
functions both as a seat organizer that can be
secured with a strap around a car seat back
and as a classic messenger bag with a foldover ap and buckle closures. The fold-over
ap allows you to cover your gear, but it can
be quickly removed so you can access what
you need. The bag is made from 600-denier
polyester, has an adjustable main compartment divider, mesh pockets for organization
and visibility and, at 18.5 inches wide and
13.25 inches long, enough room for all the
gear necessary for patrolling the thin blue line.
5.11s All Hazards Prime Backpack was
designed with direct input from National
Tactical Ofcers Association (NTOA) MultiAssault Counter-Terrorism Action Capabilities (MACTAC) instructors. The bag was
designed for both organization and duration
in the event of longer-than-usual operations.
The All Hazards features a 1,768-cubic-inch
main compartment, a hydration compartment, tear-out medical pouches and exterior
storage straps for gear. (511tactical.com;
866-451-1726) (Please turn to page 102)
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ON THE JOB
BY BRIAN HAUGHTON
STOPPING
DOMESTIC TERROR
Tactics to halt multiple attackers before
they cause mass-casualty disasters!
You are halfway through your busy
nightwork tour of duty, patrolling in
a major city, when the police radio
starts to blare out priority jobs: All
cars stand by. Reports of multiple
gunmen ring into the Center City
train stations passenger platforms.
Numerous calls. No descriptions
on the gunmen at this time.
The terrorist tactic of multiple targeted attacks attempts to overwhelm first responders.
Police officers, firemen and EMS must prepare for the worst in training for any possible scenario.
and directed the assailants to carry out actions

at different locations. In the end, the LET had attacked a night club and several elegant hotels frequented by Westerners, a train station, a Jewish
community center and a hospital: 164 innocent
lives were taken, and over 300 were wounded.
This was Indias version of our 9/11.
TERROR STRIKES
First responders across the country, especially
the police, have started to prepare and train for the
possibility of multiple targeted attacks (MTAs),
also referred to as multi-assault counterterrorism
action capabilities (MACTAC) events. And given
the nature of our times, its with good reason.
Police work and the topic of terrorism were never
quite separate for me when I started my career
in law enforcement. I was just a young recruit
in the academy when two of the most infamous
terrorist operations of the 1990s occurred. One
happened overseas and the other in the most
unthinkable of locations, Americas heartland.
It was March 1995 when the Aum Shrinrko
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the Tokyo subway, killing 12 and injuring thousands. The following month, on April 19, Timothy
McVeigh drove a large truck containing 5,000
pounds of ammonium nitrate fuel oil explosives
to the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building in
Oklahoma City, lighting the fuse as he ed. This
Police agenciesmust now

recognize not only the potential
for multiple assaults in one
area but also a coordinated
campaign of killing spread out
over a town or city.
While youre en route to the train station, more

calls come out over the air: reports of an
exploded taxi cab at a congested shopping mall
in the north end of town; then gunmen ring and
throwing grenades into a nightclub on the opposite end of the city.
Events like these overwhelmed rst responders in Mumbai, India, back in November of 2008.
Mumbai, Indias largest city and the countrys
nancial hub, was attacked by members of the
LET (lashkar-e-tayyba, or Urdu for army of the
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now recognize not only the potential for
multiple assaults in one area but also a
coordinated campaign of killing spread
out over a town or city.
MODES OF ATTACK
There are various categories of events
that terrorists can exploit. The following
are ve different modes of attack that have
historically taken place throughout the
globe. The goal of decimation attacks is
to kill or wound as many people as possible, using active shooters or bombers.
Terrorists typically select a target-rich
environment (a location lled with many
people), usually at a soft-target site (one not
fortied or defended). The LET terrorists had this
objective in mind when they sprayed machinegun re into hundreds of commuters at the Mumbai train station. Ofcers should be well aware
of the target-rich locations where they patrol, or
of the special events that bring large groups of
people together at a soft-target location.
Next is the parallel device attack, which
is carried out by several explosive devices
Another threat to consider, especially

for police, reghters and EMS responders, is the prospect of a secondary
device attack. This could be a second
IED, timed to go off when rst responders arrive at a site of an initial bombing.
These may be placed where the terrorists
believe a staging area, triage area or
command post would be set up. American
terrorist Eric Rudolph and his Army of
God used secondary devices on several
occasions. One secondary device used
by Rudolph was in 1997 at an abortion
clinic in Georgia. Approximately one hour
after his rst IED exploded, a second
one detonated. Miraculously, no one was
seriously injured. There is no doubt who the
intended targets for the secondary device were:
the rst responders.
A mass hostage siege involves the
taking of a large amount of hostages, ideally
at a soft-target location, with the goal of
eventually murdering the victims, getting the
terrorists demands fullled or buying time
for another purpose. The Chechen terrorists
are notorious for these large-scale hostage
During a terrorist attack, provide

medical care under police protection.
detonating simultaneously or near simultaneously in the same location. The idea is to have
multiple bombs detonating concurrently to
maximize the death toll, while having backup
devices ready for any defective bombs or for
creating even more confusion and chaos. The
2004 Madrid train bombings by an al-Qaidainspired terror cell, where four separate trains
were attacked by explosives, is one example.
This attack killed 191 and injured 1,800.
STOPPING DOMESTIC TERROR

sieges. They have taken over a Moscow theater
and several hospitals, each with hundreds of
people held, but by far the most heinous was the
Beslan school takeover in southern Russia in
September (Please turn to page 101)
RAPID
DEPLOYMENT
SHIELD
Law enforcement ballistic body
armor has saved countless ofcers
lives over the years, but this technology
continues to improve, offering more protection, comfort and versatility. As the duties of
the patrol ofcer evolve, so to must the gear
and equipment to keep pace. One of the most
signicant changes over the past two decades
is how ofcers must respond to active-shooter
scenarios by taking immediate action.
One way to improve ofcer safety when responding to these types of calls is with the addition of ballistic shields. Unfortunately, many of
these tend to be both bulky and heavy. However,
San Tan Gear, a supplier of unique tactical gear
and training to law enforcement, has developed
the Rapid Deployment Shield, or RDS. This
soft armor shield offers ballistic NIJ Level IIIA
protection against all handgun rounds with four
panels that can be deployed folded or extended,
offering full-body coverage. The shield rapidly
and easily goes from a readily stored 15 by 24
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GUN TEST
SPRINGFIELD
f LOADED
By Fred Mastison
Classic M14 returns
One of the most

iconic ries to grace
American ranges is
the Springeld M1A.
able magazine and full-auto capability.
war. During the Gulf War, it was seen
The accuracy and reliability of the rie
being carried by several elite units
soon found it being modied for special-
throughout the military.
The M1A is the semi-auto version of the
ized work. In 1969, Rock Island Arsenal
Fast-forward to today and we nd the
converted over 1,400 National Match
M1A still a popular rie in the shooting
M14s to be used as sniper ries during
industry. Like many of its World War II
the Vietnam War. The modications
cousins, it has seen its share of small
classic M14. To better understand the
included the addition of a Leatherwood
improvements based on evolutions in
love affair with this gun, we need to look
3-9x scope and providing match-grade
manufacturing processes. Competitions
at its history. In 1957, the M14 replaced
ammunition to the shooters. This version
around the country see enthusiastic
the M1 Garand after extensive competi-
was designated the M21, and it re-
shooters unpack their M1As for
tion during previous years. The U.S.
mained the U.S. Armys primary sniper
precision matches.
military was looking for an improvement
rie until 1988. Even after its retirement,
on the Garand that included a detach-
the M21 kept nding its way back into
Springeld has the distinction of allowing civilian shooters an opportunity
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as an updated countersniper for 21st century missions!

to own their very own semi-auto version
The masterminds at Springeld have
the table. It is adjustable not only for cheek
of the M14. In 1974, the company began
once again turned to the M1A to improve
height, but also length of pull. All adjust-
manufacturing what would be labeled
an already exceptional gun. The com-
ments can be done without the use of
the M1A. This civilian M1A was so
panys latest offering is the Springeld
tools and are small enough for shooters to
close to the M14 that Springeld initially
Loaded M1A with a Precision Adjustable
nd the perfect t behind the gun. Another
used surplus GI parts to build its guns.
stock. It is a mix of classic old with mod-
improvement in the stock is the inclusion of
Eventually, the company began to make
ern, game-changing improvements.
a Picatinny rail on the bottom of the forend.
all of the parts in-house, and was able

to improve the platforms accuracy in the
This makes mounting a bipod or other
GUN DETAILS
kit a breeze. At the rear of the stock is a
The nature of the original M1A made
specially cut notch that allows shooters to
the rie still had the cutout in the right
scoped shooting a challenge without some
brace the rie against their shoulder with
rear of the stock for the full-auto selector.
(usually homemade) stock modications,
their support hand for stability.
process. In fact, until the very late 1990s,
Over the years, Springeld has revisited the M1A many times with success.
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such as cheek risers. The Precision Adjustable stock solves this and brings more to
The 22-inch, air-gauged, National

Match, medium-contour, Parkerized,
SPRINGFIELD M1A
Springfields new 4th Generation Steel

Scope Mount is rock solid and makes it
easy to install optics on the M1A.
Made by Archangel Manufacturing,

the synthetic stock is adjustable for
both cheek height and length of pull.
chrome-moly barrel has a 1-in-11-inch

twist rate and comes capped with a National Match ash suppressor. The Loaded
M1A also has a National Match trigger
group with a smooth, crisp break.
The Loaded M1A comes with matchgrade sights, including a National Match
front blade sight that is 0.62 inches tall.
The receiver sports a match-grade, nonhooded rear sight offering 0.5-MOA windage and 1-MOA elevation adjustments.
The original M14 was not designed with
optics in mind. The accuracy of the rie,
however, soon began to call for the inclusion of glass and attempts at mounts were
made. Springelds modern answer is the
4th Generation Steel Scope Mount. This
optional mount is not only rock solid, but
installing it on the rie is also a breeze.
SHOOTING
IMPRESSIONS
The range test of the Springeld Loaded
M1A would consist of two parts. First would
be a bench test for accuracy. This would be
followed by off-hand shooting to evaluate
the rie in a more dynamic setting. On the
bench, I stabilized the rie with an Atlas
bipod and a rear sand sock. To wring out
the ries accuracy, I mounted an excellent
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At the range,
g the M1A was sub-MOA
O with all of the test ammo..
Burris 5
5-25x50mm
25x50mm XTR II scope with an
illuminated G2B mil-dot
mil dot reticle.
reticle I red
red ve
veround groups at 100 yards with Federals
168-grain Gold Medal Match ammo, Black
Hills 168-grain Match HPBTs and Patriot
Munitions 168-grain AccuFlight rounds.
The trigger press on the M1A was consistent and clean with a break at round
4.5 pounds. Recoil was minimal simply
because the M1A is, for lack of a better
term, a big gun. Weighing in at over 12
pounds dressed out, it is capable of soaking up some recoil. After zeroing and adjustments, the serious business of seeing
what kind of accuracy the rie could deliver began. With a zero value wind of less
than 2 miles per hour at my back, I shot
strings of ve rounds with each avor of
ammunition. The results were very pleasing. With the acknowledgement that this
was initially deigned as a battle rie, my
expectations for super accuracy were low.
I was pleasantly surprised when I was
able to pull off sub-MOA groups with all

three of the loads I tested.
Next up was a more dynamic and perhaps less scientic test of the gun. After
hearing my father talk about the M14 he
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SPRINGFIELD M1A
Like its predecessors, the Loaded M1A

comes with 10-round box mags, an ultrafast action and easy-to-reach controls.
carried in dangerous places, I wanted to

see what it was like to move and shoot
with its semi-auto brother. I have always
respected the men who carried old school
log and iron ries, but it was enlightening to run modern drills with this gun. Ignoring the weight and length of the rie, it
performed extremely well. From barricade
drills to urban prone, the loaded M1A
stayed with me every step of the way. It is
easy to see why the M14 was admired by
so many of the people who carried it.
FINAL NOTES
The new Loaded M1A from Springeld
Armory, with its Precision Adjustable stock,
has caught the eye of law enforcement as
a countersniper platform. As agencies cover large events across the country, they are
always on the lookout for dangers posed by
gunmen. The M1As accuracy, combined
with its semi-auto capability and detachable box magazine feeding, allows it to t
this niche quite well. The additional fact
that the M1A pushes out a 7.62mm NATO
round makes it a valuable tool for defeating barricades and other factors that may
stop the popular 5.56mm NATO round. The
nal piece of this puzzle is that an agency
can get into a Loaded M1A for signicantly
less than most other precision ries. While
some would argue that price should not be
a factor, the brutal reality is that it does.
The Loaded M1A combines the old with
the new in a seamless fashion. Springeld
has put together a rie that has exceptional
features without the custom shop price tag. It
is an accurate and reliable rie that will serve
any shooter for years to come. From recreational shooting to competition, the Loaded
M1A is a solid addition to the Springeld line.
For more information, call 800-680-6866 or
visit springeld-armory.com.
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GUN TEST
MK116
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5.56m
Piston-driven workhorse built to
give you the edge IN A FIREFIGHT!
By David Bahde Photos by Sean Utley
Getting a solid patrol rifle into the hands

of a police officer is not always easy.
Good ries are not inexpensive, and cheap ones are not
suitable for duty use. Upon my departments implementing a rie program in the mid-1990s, this became an
issue almost immediately. The agency price on a solid
rie was around $750; the ofcer price was about $100
more. Deals could be had on cheaper ries, but most of
those were unreliable, inaccurate or both. Although such
prices are unheard of today, the basic premise remains.
Ofcers and departments need a good rie that they
can afford and that is appropriate for duty use.
Contrary to some expert opinions, duty ries
must be held to a high standard. When your
practice or range rie does not work,
you put it away and get it xed.
If an ofcers rie fails
in the eld, that
could easily
Built for hard use and high round
counts, the 5.56mm MK116 from
Primary Weapons Systems
should serve well in LE circles.
Shown with an EOTech HWS sight.
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PWS MK116 5.56MM
The ultra-durable upper receiver features

a top rail for optics and a standard dust
cover, shell deflector and forward assist.
The MK116s lower receiver is outfitted

with a crisp ALG Defense trigger and an
enlarged triggerguard for glove use.
mean someones life. This is why many

agencies are restrictive about what they
will allow an ofcer to carry. Granted, at
times those decisions are arbitrary or even
political, but most often it is all about ensuring that the rie will work in the real world.
Is there a need for a brand name or tons
of bells and whistles? Not at all. In fact,
many ries carrying well-marketed names
can be real jam-o-matics. Years ago, a local agency bought 25 ries from a name
brand. Almost three-quarters of them had
to be sent back because they could not get
through more than two magazines without
malfunctioning. Branding, marketing and
accessories are great, but this is whats
crucial: The rie must be as reliable as the
platform will allow and accurate enough to
get the job done in the real world.
PRIMARY WEAPONS
SYSTEMS
I rst dealt with Primary Weapon Systems (PWS) while searching for a truly
reliable, 10-inch-barreled, piston-driven
AR. I had used typical 11-inch-barreled,
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The MK116 5.56mm carbine never missed a beat

during testing, reliably digesting every round.
direct-impingement ries for years and

knew they were ne unsuppressed. But
when you added a suppressor it was
a whole other adventure. At the time,
piston guns were all the rage, but most
were overpriced, over-hyped and did not
work any better than a standard gun. The
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truth is, suppressing a short 5.56mm rie

while maintaining reliability is problematic, whether in a piston-driven AR or not.
My contact with PWS was simple and
straightforward. PWS simply indicated it
would send an upper and told me to test
it thoroughly. The company also provided
contact information for ofcers who had

been testing and using its ries in the eld.
After rather signicant testing with several suppressors, one thing was clear: The
upper worked. It was about as close as you
get to an AK-47s reliability in an AR. It reliably red thousands of rounds on semi-
PWS MK116 5.56MM
F enhanced reliability, PWS

For
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m
limits the amount of foulingg that can enter the action..
automatic and select-re, and subsequentt

tests of PWS uppers and complete ries in
several calibers showed the same results.
They all were accurate, reliable and perfectly suited to professional use.
PWS focuses on operators, building
guns with function, reliability and ruggedness at the forefront. That goes for its muzzle devices, buffer tubes and small parts,
too. Everything that goes into a PWS rie
has been tested in the eldmost likely
by actual operators. Just as critically, PWS
has always done everything possible to
keep its prices reasonable.
GUN DETAILS
Not too long ago, PWS made changes
across its entire MK1 series of ries, in every caliber. One of the most requested upgrades was to the handguard. The propri-
The handguard features KeyMod slots

along the sides and bottom for adding
accessories without being too bulky.
etary gas system did not allow users to

replace the handguard, which was rock
solid and highly accurate but did not completely free-oat the barrel. Many felt this
was critical. In its MK1 series ries, PWS
now offers a free-oated, lightweight hand-
guard that employs the Vltor

g
or KeyMod
s
system,
which permits rails
ls to be placed
a various points.
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The to
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full leng
ngth, and the sides and
bottom can be outtted as needed. Multiple
QD sling swivels mean the rie will accommodate an operator of nearly any size.
The barrels are coated in QPQ for longevity, consistency and corrosion resistance. This is becoming a favorite among
many manufacturers and often surpasses
chrome-lining in every respect. An adjustable gas block has been added for suppressor use and features four positions,
which should take care of most suppressors and any issues with ammo variations.
Each barrel is capped with PWS FSC556
muzzle brake or Triad ash suppressor.
A heavier, enhanced carrier delays lockup for sure cycling. An enhanced bolt and
PWS MK116 5.56MM
Capping the barrel is PWS FSC556 muzzle

device, which effectively reduces muzzle
rise and flash for faster follow-up shots.
spring make for a strong bolt group. Another nice change is the user-serviceable
piston head, which can now be removed
without tools for cleaning or for changing out your charging handle. Each rie is
equipped with a BCM Gunghter charging
handle. An ALG Defense mil-spec trigger is
the heart of the forged lower receiver. This
trigger offers a crisp pull with less crunch
while maintaining complete reliability. PWS
enhanced buffer tube holds a Magpul MOE
stock, two QD mounts facilitate single point
slings, and the Magpul MOE pistol grip provides solid control. The ries are shipped
with the required lock, a pair of Magpul
MBUS sights and a 30-round PMag.
PWS MK116 is a 16-inch-barreled,
5.56mm carbine. Its barrel features sixgroove riing in a 1-in-8-inch twist rate.
My test guns barrel was capped with an
FSC556 muzzle brake, which strikes a
good balance between recoil control and
ash suppression. It has proven effective
and is seen as standard equipment on a
number of ries.
The new forend of the MK116 is very
smooth, slim and comfortable, with rails
where you want them and QD sling swivels where you need them. The Magpul
MBUS sights are rugged and reliable, and
the PMag is a combat-proven magazine.
The MK116 can go to work right out of the
boxjust add a sling and spare magazines.
For testing, I installed a 4x32mm Browe
Combat Optic (BCO). This sight uses a
light sensor to control the illuminated chevron reticle. The BCO is designed to turn
on when the scope is moved and to adjust
the intensity for the chevron, based on the
light at the target. (When necessary, the intensity can be adjusted with the push of a
button.) Constructed of titanium, the BCO
is light and incredibly strong. The optics
are crystal clear, and the 5.56mm chevron
reticle is designed to offer bullet-drop compensating lines (Please turn to page 101)
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HIGH TECH
BY FRED MASTISON
TOP 10
BODY CAMERAS
Record every interaction with these innovative, high-definition solutions!

Body cameras are becoming as common as other vital pieces of equipment for law enforcement ofcers. They are small,
lightweight and capable of recording for extended periods of time. Be it interactions with the general public or those who nd themselves on the wrong
side of the law, the cameras have become a valuable tool. Body cameras are becoming more popular, and that trend is only going to continue growing.
In December of 2014, President Obama proposed reimbursing communities half the cost of buying cameras and storing video, a plan that would require
Congress to authorize $75 million over three years to help purchase 50,000 recording devices. This is a huge push to get more cameras on the streets.
Camera technology has evolved dramatically over the past few years. Some have internal memory, and some transmit the video to a remote storage
unit. Regardless of their designs, they have proven to be effective tools in law enforcement circles. Lets take a look at the top 10 currently available.
L-3 BODYVISION
FIRE CAM ONCALL

Fire Cams OnCall is a camera designed for both law enforcement and
reghters. One of the features most
important when developing the OnCall
body-worn camera was battery life,
which is why the device includes a detachable battery for quick and easy replacement. Each battery can last over
eight hours. The OnCall body camera
has a built in 32GB memory so that
every police encounter is accounted for.
The camera also has a wide-angle lens
plus infrared technology for recording at night, and up to a three-minute
pre-event record, which can capture
footage prior to activating the record
button on the camera. It comes with
management software and offered
with optional Live Video Streaming.
(revideo.net; 618-416-8390)
The BodyVision camera from L-3 is designed as

a complete system of evidence management. Its
more than just a body camera. Ofcers need to be
able to easily and quickly download video, retrieve
data, manage and track devices, search by case
and maintain a chain of custody. The BodyVision
system, designed to work
with L3s Digital Evidence
Series (DES) software, allows agencies to do all of itt.
The camera boasts snapshot options, four hours of
HD recording with quick
downloads via a docking
station. It is a complete
system. (mobile-vision.
com; 800-336-8475)
SAFETY VISION PRIMA FACIE

The Prima Facie body camera by Safety Vision
focuses as much on securing evidence as it does on
video quality. Recorded data can only be downloaded to an authorized computer, helping law enforcement maintain a secure chain of evidence, and full
HD video resolution provides for clear imaging. It
features a 2-inch color LCD
screen and speaker, allowing users to instantly
recall recorded audio,
video and still pictures.
Software is included
and an 8-bay docking
station is available.
(safetyvision.com;
800-880-8855)
PRO-VISION
BODYCAM
The Pro-Vision
BodyCam is a lightweight camera that
provides a variety of
features, including
1080p true HD video
quality, night vision, a
170-degree eld of view, one-touch recording
and more. Important to most agencies, the
cameras are priced at 50-percent less than
many competing brands. The BodyCam is
also a great camera because of its rugged
design, ease of use and exceptional 32GB
capacity. (bodycameras.com; 800-576-1126)
SMITH & WESSON

LAW CAMERA MICRO
One of the most well-known names
in law enforcement circles is Smith
& Wesson. So it is no surprise that
it has entered another corner of
the market with a body camera.
Distributed by Campco, the Smith
& Wesson camera series comes
in two different varieties. The
Micro camera provides a 640x480
resolution at 30 fps. It includes a 4GB
Micro SD card and runs for one hour continuously on a full charge. It also features a backclip for easy operation during investigations. It
has an MSRP of $160. Useful in any situation,
this important little device gives you justice
in the palm of your hand. (smithandwesson.
campco.com; 888-922-6726)
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REVEAL RS2-X2
The RS2-X2 camera from Reveal is
unique to the body camera world due to
its articulated head. Following the premise
that one size does not t all, the camera
can be adjusted to t the ofcer wearing it.
The RS2-X2 also offers the exibility of
being a body camera, a car camera or
even a standalone unit for interviews,
making it a true workhorse in this realm.
(revealmedia.com; 888-269-9924)
TASER AXON
TASERs Axon cameras are used in major
city deployments. Axon Flex is a pointof-view camera that shows an ofcers
perspective. Axon Body is a simple,
single-unit camera with a wide-angle lens.
They share advanced features like a
pre-event buffer, dock and walk integration with our digital evidence management
system, and retina lowlight technology.
(taser.com; 800-978-2737)
TOP 10 BODY CAMERAS

VIEVU LE3
The VIEVU LE3 is deployed by
more then 4,000 agencies in 17
countries. Rugged, waterproof
and easy to use, the camera clips
onto a uniform to record both the
actions of the wearer and those
in its eld of view. LE3 features
include HD video resolution,
16GB internal memory and up to
12 hours of recording time. The LE3 camera
is powered by VIEVUs VERIPATROL software
system. Video evidence is securely stored and
catalogued with an FIPS 140-2 compliant digital
signature process to verify the video has not
been altered. Additionally, if the camera is lost
or stolen, VIEVUs VidLock security software
will prevent unauthorized access to video
evidence. (vievu.com; 888-285-4548)
WATCHGUARD VISTA
WatchGuard builds the Vista
HD body camera here
in the U.S. Constructed
with cast magnesium,
polyurethane rubber and a
military-grade polyetherimide resin, the Vista is one
of the most durable cameras on the market. The
camera has a fultra-rugged,
weatherproof design,
nine hours of continuous,
high-resolution recording, and
simple transfer/charging operations. Add to
this a 130-degree-wide eld of view and an
adjustable lens and the Vista quickly becomes
a good camera for any agency. (800-6056734; watchguardvideo.com)
WOLFCOM 3RD EYE

Wolfcoms 3rd Eye body cameras are multifunctional, multi-purpose law enforcement
devices that have a wide array
of uses. The unit can be used
as a standalone video recorder,
as an in-car video system or
attached to a police radio to
use as both a body camera and
speaker microphone with a PTT
function. Police ofcers can use
the body cameras to record
1080p quality video, photograph crime scenes, record audio statements,
peek around corners and, using the GPS, tag
locations of tossed objects during a pursuit.
(wolfcomusa.com; 323-962-1061)
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GLOCK
GUN TEST
Your backup
has arrived
meet the reliable,
ultra-compact,
6+1 G43.
By Massad Ayoob
Photos courtesy Glock
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coterie introduced
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the Glock 42. The slimmest
for something about the size
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(with a 0.83-inch-thick slide)
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Only 6.26 inches long, 1.02 inches wide and weighing 17.95 ounces with an unloaded mag, the G43
packs 6+1 rounds of 9mm firepower in a truly tiny package built for concealed carry and backup duty.
It also operates just like all other Glock pistols, so itll pair well with its full-sized brethren.
GLOCK 43 9mm
piece of emergency rescue equipment, it
has to be reliable. Most experts agree that
the backup gun should work just like the
primary gun with which the ofcer has become most familiar and competent.
In a world where law enforcement
ofcers carry Glock pistols more than
any other, the G43 works just like any
other Glock from the operators perspective. Even .45 ACP fans will usually (if
Like other Glocks, the G43 features a

hexagonal-rifled barrel as well as a dual
recoil spring assembly for softer shooting.
grudgingly) admit that, with the best am-munition, the 9mm is certainly adequate in
power. Reliability is the hallmark that made
Glock pistols so popular in police service
in the rst place, and the folks at Glock
assure us that extensive testing indicates
the G43 will live up to the brands longestablished standard.
With all of those criteria checked off,
the only elements remaining to discuss
are size and weight. The G43 weighs just
over a pound unloaded, only an ounce or
two more than the Airweight revolvers that
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wide, meaning it will lie at and close to the
body, with minimum bulge and discomfort.
The baseline criteria are now pretty much
met, with little more to discuss than cartridge capacity.
The single most common criticism Ive
heard of the newest Glock is, It only holds
seven rounds. There are other brands of
slim, lightweight 9mms on the market that
hold a round or two more. The short grip
frame of the G43 was given priority by
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A one-round difference as a choice factor
between high-quality police concealment
guns is not a new thing. It goes back to
the mid-20th century, when a cop looking for a little snub-nose .38 Special had
a choice between the six-shot Colt and
the ve-shot Smith & Wesson. There were
famous police gun experts in those days
who championed both sides. Bill Jordan
of the Border Patrol carried a ve-shot
S&W Chief Special Airweight .38 for
backup; Jim Cirillo of the NYPD Stakeout
Squad chose a six-shot Colt Cobra .38
as a pocket hideout; and Sheriff Charles
Skeeter Skelton used both brands interchangeably for such needs.
So it will be with the G43. I would not
be surprised to see longer magazines
become available for the Glock 43, allowing another round or two and also creating a place for that last nger on the grip,
though Glock says that is not in its own
immediate plans. I personally do not see
the six-round magazine as a shortcom-
As with all Glock pistols,

the G43 features the Safe Action
system and is easy to take down
for maintenance and cleaning.
ing; the person who wants more rounds

can simply buy another pistol, including
Glocks own long-proven G26.
RANGE TIME
Shooting standard-pressure, 115-grain
9mm ammunition, the G43s recoil wasnt
bad at all. The pinky nger of the ring hand
tucks comfortably under the butt. One function of a backup gun is allowing a wounded
ofcer to still ght back; I found the G43 to

work reliably and controllably while ring
with just my non-dominant hand as well
as with a dominant-hand-only grasp. Even
with an exaggerated limp wrist hold, the
G43 suffered no malfunctions, an important
consideration in wounded-ofcer situations.
Between that pre-introduction shooting session and the deadline for this
article, I did not have an opportunity to
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testing. However, shooting at 7 yards offhand, the G43 put every 9mm bullet into
a very tight group. Extrapolating from that,
I expect the accuracy to be ample for this
pistols intended purpose. The single failure to re I observed early in testing might
well have simply been a bad round, not a
problem with the gun, and the single unintended magazine drop I observed may
have been due to sloppy handling by the
shooter. Time will tell, but I am optimistic.
FINAL NOTES
VA LawDog, a young cop on GlockTalk.com, writes, I know a lot of agencies
in my area have some tight standards
for backup guns. Mine just recently even
started allowing them. They say it has to
be a Glock, and there is a list of approved
calibersThe .380 has never been approved for carry in a backup gun, despite
pressure from the guys to approve it. He
sees the 9mm G43 becoming hugely popular with his agency.
More than one state police agency issues each of its troopers not one Glock,
but two: a full-size service pistol for uniform
holster wear and (Please turn to page 103)
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By Rob Garrett Photos by Straight 8
In 2008, U.S. Special Operations
machined in-house to exacting standards. The 98B Tactical
Command (USSOCOM) released a solicitation

for a Precision Sniper Rie (PSR) designed to
engage targets at 1,500 meters and beyond.
features a heavy-prole, 22-inch barrel with a 1-in-10-inch
In response to the solicitation, Barrett Firearms developed the
tungsten grey. I requested a test rie in the tungsten grey
Multi-Role Adaptive Design (MRAD) precision rie. Designed
color and was not disappointed.
by Chris Barrett, the president of the company and son of
twist rate and a 2-inch, two-chamber muzzle brake. The 98B

is available in black, OD green, brown, Flat Dark Earth and
Like the MRAD, the 98B is constructed on a hinged upper
Ronnie Barrett, the MRAD quickly became Barretts agship
and lower aluminum chassis. The upper receiver starts as
bolt gun. Available in .338 Lapua Mag, .300 Win Mag and
an extruded block of 7000 series aluminum that is precisely
7.62mm NATO, the MRAD is a modular design that allows
machined to exacting tolerances on one of Barretts many
the user to easily convert the rie to other calibers in minutes
CNC centers. An integral Picatinny accessory rail with a 20-
by simply changing the barrel and bolt. The action and barrel
MOA taper runs the length of the upper receiver and provides
are mounted in a two-piece aluminum chassis that features
a solid platform for optics and other accessories. Following
a folding stock. Last year, I had the opportunity to review the
the latest trend, the 3, 6, and 9 oclock sides of the rail are
7.62mm NATO version of the MRAD. I came away impressed
smooth and feature seven KeyMod attachment points. A
with the quality and versatility of the design. The

Barrett 98B could be considered the little
brother of the MRAD, and I recently tested
the Tactical variant in 7.62mm NATO.
To meet accuracy requirements,
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weight and help dissipate barrel heat.
The lower receiver and stock are machined from a billet of
aluminum. The straight line of the stock follows the line of the
bore. The buttstock portion of the lower receiver is skeletonized to reduce weight. An adjustable cheekpiece provides a
positive cheekweld for consistent placement of the shooters
head. The trigger is a modular design that can be fully
adjusted by the user. The module can be easily removed for
cleaning or replacement by simply removing the M4-style
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thumb safety.
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position, rests at a 45-degree angle. The
contoured polymer pistol grip has a storage
compartment in the butt. A ared magazine
well accepts Barretts polymer 10-round
magazine, which is released via a paddle
located at the rear of the magazine well.
To disassemble the 98B, the user depresses the release button located on the
bottom of the lower receiver, just behind
the pistol grip. The upper receiver is then
pivoted upward, allowing the bolt group to
be removed out of the back of the upper receiver. The bolt group is similar to an M4s
in that it consists of a carrier and a bolt.
To remove the bolt from the bolt carrier,
the striker tension is relieved, allowing the
bolt retaining pin to be removed. The bolt is
then removed from the carrier much in the
same manner as an M4 bolt. The smooth
bolt action is enhanced by the use of a
polymer bolt guide that also acts as a dust
cover when the bolt is closed.
Barrett shipped the 98B Tactical in
a custom, foam-tted box and was kind
enough to include a Leupold 4.5-14x50mm
Mark 4 LR/T optic mounted in Barretts
massive rings. The Mark 4 features a
30mm tube, a 50mm objective, 0.25-MOA
High Speed turrets and a mil-dot reticle.
This optic is an ideal match for the 98B and
is the choice for many law enforcement
tactical teams. My Lyman electronic trigger
gauge measured the average trigger pull
on the test rie at 2.88 pounds. The take-up
was smooth, and the break was very crisp.
For range work, I attached an Atlas bipod and mounted SureFires M600P Fury
Scout light. The M600P is powered by two
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The aluminum chassis is

impervious to weather and harsh
climate conditions that could play havoc
with a synthetic-stocked rifle.
123A lithium batteries that provide 600

lumens of bright white light. The light is
very compact, with an overall length of
less than 6 inches. Like other SureFire
weapon-mounted lights, the M600P comes
standard with a push-button tail cap and a
tape switch with a 7-inch cable. An integral
mount uses a thumbscrew clamp that attaches to any Picatinny rail.
RANGE TIME
On the range, the straight-line design
of the stock, combined with the muzzle
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For smooth operation, the 98Bs bolt rides

on a polymer sleeve that also acts as a
dust cover when the bolt is closed.
The magazine release consists of a

paddle at the rear of the magazine well
while the safety is an AR-style design.
brake, minimized felt recoil and allowed me

to stay on target. The bolts large handle
and smooth operation allowed each new
round to be chambered in an efcient manner. Those who handled the rie noted the
ergonomics of the pistol grip, which reduces strain on the hand and wrist.
I was fortunate to have on hand a good
selection of tactical 7.62mm NATO ammunition. The loads I selected included
175-grain Sierra MatchKing bullets loaded
by ASYM Precision and PNW Arms. I also
included some of the excellent Swiss-P
BARRETT 98B TACTICAL
The flared mag well accepts Barretts polymer

10-round magazines, and the mag releases
position facilitates ambidextrous use.
During testing, the two-chamber muzzle

brake was extremely effective and helped
eliminate much of the 7.62mm NATO recoil.
Styx and Tactical loads from RUAG. The

167-grain Styx load is designed for maximum terminal ballistics with minimum penetration, while the 164-grain Tactical load
On the range, the

straight-line design of the
stock, combined with the
muzzle brake, minimized
felt recoil and allowed me
to stay on target.
is designed to be a barrier penetrator with

effective terminal ballistics. The Swiss-P
ammunition is unique in that both loads are
designed to have the same point of impact
with the same point of aim out to 200 yards.
All range testing was conducted at
SOWW Tactical just outside of Waverly
Hall, Georgia. This relatively new facility
includes multiple ring points and a rie
range that extends out to 300 yards. The
ASYM load averaged 2,636 fps while the
PNW Arms load averaged 2,574 fps. Both
loads had an extreme spread of 36 fps
and 35 fps, respectively. The RUAG Styx
load averaged 2,588 fps while the Tactical
load averaged 2,762 fps. With the exception of the Swiss-P Tactical, all loads had
an extreme spread of less than 37 fps.
The stock offers

an adjustable
cheekpiece, a stiff
rubber buttpad
and a short
bottom rail
for adding a
monopod.
At 100 yards, the ASY

YM produced a
ve-shot group that measured 0.74 inches
while the PNW group measured 0.6 inches.
The Swiss-P Styx produc
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group while the Tactical group
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performan
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the qualityy and design
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GU
GUNFIGHTING
BY SCOTT W. WAGNER
LONG-DISTANCE
HANDGUNNING
Taking your duty pistol training beyond the norm
could mean the difference between life and death!
The introduction of the AR-15

into the front seat of our cruisers
has been the greatest improvement in police weaponry since
the double-action revolver.
At the Village of Baltimore, Ohio, Police
Department, our ofcial agency long gun is the
AR-15. The shotgun is no longer being utilized
as a lethal-force option. Most of our ofcers
provide their own ARs for duty, set up to suit
them best. If an ofcer does not have their own
AR, our department has M16s from the
Department of Defense for use.
As an LE trainer and author, I have long promoted the concept that the patrol rie or shotgun
is the gun to grab if you suspect you could be in
a gunght. Dont participate in that gunght with
a pistol if you have the time to get a rie from the
case in a cruiser trunk, or unlock it from a rack in
the front seat of your cruiser. Therein lies the problem. If we could know in advance that we were
going to be in a gunght, not only would we grab
our rie, but we would also grab more of our buddies, additional armor, shields, armored vehicles
and anything else that was available. If we had
ESP, we might even change or adjust our plans
to avoid that gunght altogetheraccomplishing
our mission in a different way, time or location.
But we dont. The truth is that patrol ofcers have
little warning that a gunght is going to be the end

result of their contact with another person.
Since responding to every call or making
every trafc stop with an AR-15 slung across
our bodies (except for SWAT missions) is not acceptable in America, we need to be as procient
with our duty sidearm as possible. When the
gunght starts, we may not be anywhere near
our cruisers, or the gunght may start so fast that
even if we are in our cruisers, there isnt time
to get to our rie. Being truly procient with our
sidearm means we can consistently hit targets
at distances well beyond most state qualication
requirements, and do it at speeds faster than
those qualications normally require.
ABOVE & BEYOND
state course mandated a variety of phases that

helped to keep ofcerswho may never train
with a handgun unless they are required to and
are getting paid by their agencyat least marginally familiar with potential shooting situations
encountered on the street.
The previous phases included shooting at
multiple targets, shooting in low-light conditions,
shooting while kneeling from behind cover, moving
and shooting, and shooting six rounds at 50 feet
in 18 seconds. The new course eliminates these
phases and requires that all shots be red from
the standing position in daylight. The new 50-foot
phase consists of a total of two rounds red with
an eight-second time limit! In fact, the shooter
can miss those two rounds entirely and still
In Ohio, the need to make sure that ofcers

are procient at extended shooting distances
has been lost on the Ohio Peace Ofcer Training
Commission. In an age of mass murderers and
assassins who attack cops without warning or
provocation, the Commission took a dangerous
step backward by approving a new pistol qualication course that eliminates requirements for
handgun prociency at even moderate distances.
The new course, mandated for all Ohio law enforcement personnel, including those undergoing
basic training, reduces the total amount of rounds
to be red from 60 to a paltry 25. The previous
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Gunfights happen in the

blink of an eye, meaning
LEOs rarely have the time
to obtain a long gun from
their cruiser. Can you
cover this distance with
just your handgun?
qualify as long as they pass the other phases.

When we expressed concerns that many
chiefs and sheriffs in charge of budgetchallenged agencies would reduce their annual
rearms training to this one 25-round course
to save money, we were told that this wouldnt
happen because departments would be free
to do all the additional rearms training they
wanted. Guess what? What we feared is exactly
what is happening: Handgun ammo expenditure
in many agencies is down to the minimum statemandated 25 rounds per year.
CASE STUDIES
This change becomes even more egregious
because of two recent Ohio police shooting
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situations that have pointed to the need for more

handgun training at greater distances, using
positions other than standing.
Case One: In October 2010 in rural Morrow County, Ohio, Detective Brandon Moore
was attacked by an individual who had a large
marijuana-growing plot on his property. It
started when Moore left his unmarked vehicle
to observe the grow from another property.
As he looked at the area with binoculars, the
dope farmer opened re on him with an AR-15.
Moore received a devastating hit through his
right leg and scrotum. Additional rounds hit him
in the chest and legs. Bleeding profusely from
the groin wound and suffering from a deating
lung, Moore moved to the front wheel of his car
for cover. Moving into a rollover prone position
64 yards from his assailant, Moore held his
.40 caliber duty pistol in his right hand and his
damaged scrotum in the left as he returned re
from under his car. Multiple rounds hit Moores
assailantthe shinbones in both legs were
pulverized. One round struck the attackers
chest and was stopped by body armor. The
suspect went down with
With practice,
lifelong injuries to his
pistol-armed LEOs legs. Detective Moore
can overcome the
won the gunght and
technical disadreturned to duty after
vantage of longrange gunfights.
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An upgrade
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to the exceptionally popular Sub-2000 carbine,
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the
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model offers ofcers a host of new features while
retaining
g the ability to
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gun
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light. Kel-Tec will make guns that are compati
ible
with different magazine types, including those for Glock,
Smith & Wesson M
M&P and Springeld Armory XD pistols. The
MSRP is $500.
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( eltecweapons.com; 800-515-9983)
ANGSTADT ARMS UDP-9 SBR

The AR platform is familiar to many ofcers, so the Angstadt Arms UDP-9 should be an
easy system to learn. These 9mm carbines are available as short-barrel rie (SBRs) for
ease of maneuverability in and out of a patrol car and during building searches. They are
designed to work with standard Glock magazines, including the extended 33-round mags.
These ries come standard with an Odin Works KeyMod handguard, a Magpul adjustable
stock and a Magpul pistol grip. The MSRP is $1,349. (angstadtarms.com; 980-222-4342)
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9mm CARBINES
the best 9mm carbines that take pistol magazines!

By Richard Johnson
ant your 9mm to hit like a magnum and be accurate out to 100 yards or more without having to carry any
specialty ammunition? The AR-15, chambered in 5.56mm NATO, might be the current standard for patrol
ries, but it is not the only option. For years, many agencies have adopted or allowed pistol-caliber carbines that were fed by the department-issued duty pistol magazine. This meant an ofcer exiting the car
with a rie on a high-risk call would always have a few spare magazines on his or her duty belt if needed.
The concept is not unique to modern times. Lawmen in the Old West sometimes carried revolvers that chambered the
same rounds as their trusty lever-action ries. Maintaining only one kind of cartridge made sense
to a lot of men on the trail back then, just as it still does for many ofcers on the street today.
The 9mm cartridge has been in police service for many decades, and it remains quite
effective today. From carbine-length barrels, the 9mm becomes an even more potent round
due to increased velocity. In my own testing, moving from a 4-inch barrel to a 10.5-inch
barrel increased the bullet speed by 100 to 300 fps depending on the load. A 16-inch
barrel can wring even more velocity from the cartridge.
Considering that the 9mm round is a fairly mild cartridge to shoot, putting it
into a rie-sized platform makes it nearly recoil-free. For ofcers who have problems with the 5.56mm NATO or 12 gauge, these light-recoiling carbines can
drastically improve their effectiveness in a violent encounter. Add to
the mix a longer sight radius, or even a red-dot sight, and getting hits on target is even more likely.
Lets take a look at the options available for law
enforcement ofcers today. Each of these
guns is chambered for the 9mm and
will accept at least one kind
of popular duty handgun magazine.
BERETTA
CX4 STORM
For departments issuing the
Beretta Px4 Storm or a 92/96 series pistol, the
Cx4 Storm is an excellent match. Its controls, including the
magazine release, operating handle and safety, are all reversible
to match the needs of individual ofcers in the agency. Additionally, ejection can be switched to either side of the gun. The Cx4
has accessory rails on the forend and a Picatinny rail on top for
the addition of a red-dot sight. The MSRP is $915. (beretta.com)
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JP
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applications, the
G
GMR-13
carbine from JP Enterprises is a high-end rie offering
ring
3
3-MOA
accuracy and compatibility with 9mm Glock
ock magazines.
J Enterprises also offers departments GMR
JP
MR-13
13 ries with select-re
capabilities. These ries come with th
the companys Enhanced Reliability
F Control Package to gi
Fire
give ofcers precise trigger control. Additionally,
t compan
the
mpany offers a model with a dual charging handle to better accommodate left-handed ofcers. (jpries.com; 651-426-9196)
JUST RIGHT
CARBINES
Combining both Glock and Smith & Wesson M&P magazines with AR-15 components, Just Right Carbines offers
a series of 9mm ries that will appeal to many ofcers and
agencies. These guns can be had in a standard conguration
with a quad-rail handguard, in a marine model with electroless nickel plating and in a takedown model. Additionally, ries
can be had in a variety of nishes and is fully ambidextrous.
The pricing starts at $774. (justrightcarbines.com; 585-396-1551)
The 9mm cartridge has been in police service for

many decades, and it remains quite effective today.
From carbine-length barrels, the 9mm becomes an
even more potent round due to increased velocity.
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UNCLE MIKES 3-GUN COMPETITION BAG

Ofcers may need several rearms and
magazines on hand for a mass-murder
callout. The trunk is the obvious choice for carrying of all of this equipment, but the trunks of most patrol cruisers are lled with bags, tactical vests, extra
armor, boxes and more. LEOs need a special bag that
can carry all of their active-shooter gear and protect
it in the process. For this purpose, Uncle Mikes new
3-Gun Competition Bag should t the bill nicely. Itll
keep your gear ready to go and protect it from the
elements and whatever else you have in your car.
READY TO ROLL: The 3-Gun Competition Bag has three large components: A full-length, dual-zippered compartment for two long guns, complete with the
requisite padded divider; a dual-zippered compartment half the length of the bag that opens to reveal ve self-adjusting magazine pockets that can be lled with
10 AR and four double-column pistol magazines; and a similar-sized compartment designed to hold one or more handgun rugs that is closed by dual zippers.
Because competitors and LEOs are tough on gear, Uncle Mikes 3-Gun Competition Bag is made from heavy-duty, 1,000-denier ballistic nylon fabric to
resist wear and tear in the trunk. Because itll be on the heavy side when its lled, Uncle Mikes includes a shoulder strap, a carry handle and a harness
system for transporting the 3-Gun Competition Bag. Its certainly a setup to check out! (unclemikes.com; 800-423-3537) D.K. Pridgen
THUREON DEFENSE GA CARBINE

Using an AR-style design, the GA Carbine from Thureon Defense gives law enforcement ofcers Glock,
Springeld Armory XDM, Sig Sauer P226 and S&W M&P magazine compatibility with the increased punch and accuracy of a longer barrel. Like most 9mm carbines, this one is
blowback operated, and the charging handle is on the left side. Thureon offers a number of rie packages from the base model to versions with
rails and sight upgrades to an SBR. It is likely the company
has a rie to meet your needs out of the box. The
MSRPs start at $959. (mycarbine.
com; 920-898-5859)
TNW FIREARMS
AERO SURVIVAL RIFLE
Not every cop rides around in a full-sized police car that
has plenty of storage space. For example, some ofcers access rugged areas in small planes. TNW Firearms makes a
9mm carbine called the Aero Survival Rie that breaks down
into a very small package and reassembles in seconds. The ries
uses standard Glock magazines, has an adjustable stock and,
for left-handed shooters, the ejection can be swapped from right to
left. The MSRP is $799. (tnwrearms.com; 503-429-5001)
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BASIC TRAINING
BY SARA AHRENS
SEEING THE LIGHT

Why LEOs need to amp up their low-light training now!
Recent statistics show that over 92 percent of assaults against officers

occur in low-light situations. Its important to train for just this event
and use a weapon-mounted light/laser, like this SureFire X400 Ultra.
In March 2014, I co-instructed an

eight-hour Low Light Instructor
Development Course at the International Law Enforcement Educators
and Trainers Association (ILEETA).
I accepted the invitation to teach knowing that
my department hadnt held low-light training
in recent memory. I learn when I teach, so, for
me, this opportunity was much needed practice.
During the class, many of the attending rearms
instructors disclosed that their agencies also
rarely conducted low-light rearms training.
This experiment measured an ofcers ability to

identify a threat in diminished light.
Dr. Michels experiment utilized 12 police
cadets with corrected 20/20 visual acuity. Four
lethal and non-lethal objects were selected,
which the cadets were to identify under various
lighting conditions. In the experiment, an assistant of Dr. Michels wore a black jacket and held
each of the four items at his chest level with
his sts clenched. The cadets were asked to
identify the objects as lethal or non-lethal. (See
the results in the table on page 62.)
For perspective, the study indicates that a
full moon in a clear sky exhibits an illumination

of about 0.01 foot-candles. This experiment lists
several recommendations for police procedure
and training, including training with a handheld
or weapon-mounted ashlight. There are also
statistics that should compel low-light training.
MORE DATA
The Criminal Justice Information Services
Division of the FBI compiles raw data as provided
to them by reporting law enforcement agencies.
Some of the data they collect keeps track of the
law enforcement ofcers that are assaulted and
DARKNESS FALLS
Eighty percent of all information processed
by the brain is received through the eyes. This
means that as light diminishes, an ofcers
ability to detect and identify threats also
diminishes. The need for low-light training has
been articulated in the ndings of research,
case law and statistics for years. Dr. Paul Michel
conducted an experiment that conclusively
demonstrates the need for low-light training in
law enforcement. His results were published in
the May 1998 FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin
titled Visual Perceptions in Low-Light Levels.
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Photo courtesy SureFire
killed in the line of duty. Although this data

does not track lighting conditions (which can
occur at all hours of the day), they do track
the time of day when the incidents occurred,
in two-hour increments.
In 2012, 50 percent of the situations
where ofcers were feloniously murdered
in the line of duty occurred between 8 p.m.
and 6 a.m. More compelling is the fact that
92 percent of assaults against ofcers occurred during that same timeframe! These
numbers should serve as an ominous
warning to law enforcement agencies, as
their training programs need to reect the
conditions within which their ofcers work.
These gruesome statistics suggest that
perhaps some of the victimized ofcers
never saw an attack coming, and without
sufcient training their ability to recognize
threats and respond effectively may have
been compromised. Statistics aside, case
law provides guidance in proper training.
Case law suggests that law enforcement
agencies have the responsibility to prepare
and protect ofcers with adequate rearms
training programs that reect the conditions
within which their ofcers operate. According
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SEEING THE LIGHT

LETHAL/NON-LETHAL
LIGHTING TEST
Light
Levels
Objects
Identied
Objects
Misidentied
0.04
44
0.10
40
0.25
15
33
0.45
37
11
Light levels measured in foot-candles.

Test was conducted in 1998.
to the City of Margate v. Popow and City of Canton

v. Harris decisions, failing to provide adequate training in realistic conditions could serve as a basis for
a failure-to-train lawsuit.
Even though some agencies arent providing
low-light training, it seems they are mandating
low-light qualications. Perhaps these agencies
are erroneously counting qualications as training? There is a big difference between training
and qualication. Its pure tomfoolery to conduct
low-light qualications without training, given the
propensity for range accidents.
Firearms qualications dont count as training
sessions. The intent of rearms training is to
prepare ofcers for realistic encounters, including
those that occur in low-light conditions. Training
should be where learning, practice and coaching occur. Firearms qualications, by contrast,
are nothing more than prociency tests. They
measure the shooters ability to re their weapon
accurately within a specic amount of time and
under specic conditions.
TRAINING GOALS
Low-light training should incorporate training
goals that focus on achieving both prociency
and judgment in deadly-force encounters. Training
should include instruction and practice on: safe
rearm handling; determining the shooters potential; determining the weapon and ammunitions
potential; handheld/weapon-mounted ashlight
shooting techniques; effective illumination strategies; decision-making; and threat identication.
The training should also be conducted in various
environmental conditions, including the degradation
of lighting, inclement weather and conned spaces.
Given the insight gained from experiments,
statistics and case law, Im astonished that
low-light training isnt regularly performed within
many law enforcement agencies. Only in training can ofcers discover which tactics work,
which dont, and develop an effective response.
Without sufcient practice and instruction on the
proper techniques and tactics needed in low-light
environments, the community, the agency and the
ofcer are all in jeopardy.
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3G2 5.56
m
m
By D.K. Pridgen Alex Landeen photos
Match-born carbine
brings the speed and accuracy
you need to win a gunfight!
Today, as in the past, rearms
cost points in competition, they can cost lives on the street.
competitions can be the testing and training grounds for weapons and many tactics.
Should law enforcement have equipment any less capable
Jeff Coopers Leather Slap, simply a competition, started
ing or face a barricaded suspect, why should LEOs do it with
the ood of todays modern handgun usage.
equipment having decades-old features?
than what is used by competitors? When they enter a build-
The lessons Cooper learned from competition and
The use of offset sights derived from 3-Gunners will
passed along over the years, even though frequently im-
probably be just the tip of the iceberg before this competi-
proved along the way, have led to todays established prac-
tions inuence wanes. The equipmentries, shotguns,
tices and much of the equipment. Many contend that future
handguns and opticsare constantly being rened by hard
improvements will originate in competition and be proven on
use and competitor demands. LEOs can benet from the
the battleelds and in the streets of this country, hopefully
recent crop of 5.56mm-chambered 3-Gun ries, designed
providing professionals with the best tools possible.

Watch the shooters in USPSA (where the use of
electronic sights on handguns was born and rened),
specically for the sport, that are light, handy and versatile.
One of these ries is the new DPMS 3G2, the latest iteration
of the companys off the shelf 3-Gun-specic carbines.
IDPA (where concealed-carry techniques are still being honed) and todays big winner in growth, 3-Gun
(where improvements such as offset sights were
DPMS Panther Arms began life in 1986 by producing
birthed), to see how competition benets LEOs.
mil-spec parts for Uncle Sam. One thing led to another,
These sports feature fast and accurate shooting,
and DPMS eventually began producing complete ries, and
just like armed confrontations. Where mistakes
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GUN DETAILS
from there the company went into the civilian market.
DPMS 3G2 5.56mm
Photo courtesy DPMS
Ready for 3-Gun

competition, the
new 3G2 weighs
over 6 ounces less
than its predecessor.
The 3G2
G is not DPMS
S rst rodeo,
nor is it the companys
rst off-the-shelf
ff
f
3-Gun rie. The company was an early supporter of 3-Gun competitions and offered
one of the rst purpose-built ARs for 3-Gun,
the 3G1. Now, with input from 3-Gunners,
DPMS has enhanced its popular 3G1 carbine by trimming its weight (over 6 ounces)
and barrel length (down to 16 inches) while
adding and changing features.
The forged, hardcoat anodized 7075-T6
lower and A3 attop upper receivers provide the base for the 3G2. These receivers have the expected standard features:
a non-ared magazine well, a single-sided
safety selector, a magazine release protected by a fence, a dust cover and a nitrided, mil-spec bolt and carrier.
The charging handle, however, appears
to wear a Badger Ordnance Gen 1 Tactical
Latch for easier manipulation under stress
or in low light. To this setup DPMS mates
a 16-inch, matte-nished, 416 stainless
steel, lightweight barrel with a 1-in-9-inch
The Badger Ordnance Gen 1 Tactical Latch

makes it easy to charge the carbine.
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twist rate. A black

b ack Jerry Miculek Compens
satorwell
known for effectively reducing
g
muzzle climb, which allows for quick followup shots and faster acquisition of succeeding targetscaps the barrel.
Surrounding the barrel, carbine-length
gas system and low-prole gas block is a
12.25-inch-long, free-oating DPMS M111
modular handguard. The hardcoat anodized, aluminum alloy M111 handguard is
trim (about 2 inches in diameter), octagonal
and lightweight, with plenty of openings to
improve cooling. (In fact, all 3G2 aluminum
alloy parts are hardcoat anodized, with carbon-steel parts receiving a nitride nish.)
The trimness of the DPMS M111 should
make it perfect for ofcers with large or small
hands. The M111s only integral rail, the top
rail, mates well with the attop uppers, and
its design allows users to add rail segments
of various lengths where needed for mounting accessories, such as light and lasers.
DPMS ships the rie with two rail segments already installed. Two 2.5-inch-long
The included Magpul flip-up MBUS

rear sight includes dual apertures.
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rails are mounted att about

b t 2 oclock, offs 45 degrees,
set
g
at the front and rear of the
handguard. An optional 4.5-inch-long rail
can be mounted in the 6 oclock position
at the front of the handguard. Magpuls
low-prole, lightweight, ip-up, polymer
MBUS Gen 2 sights are mounted on the
short 2 oclock rails. Relocate the rails and
the sights can be installed on the left side.
The brainchild of 3-Gun competition, sights
mounted at 45 degrees provide the user
a quick, easy and effective alternative for
close-up shooting should the primary optic
be damaged or have too much magnication to acquire the target well. Simply cant
the carbine, pick up the sights and shoot.
The 3G2 wears one of Magpuls adjustable compact stocks, the STR (Storage Type/Restricted), with a cheekweld
improved over its progenitor, the CTR,
and two watertight storage units. The STR
includes several other desirable features.
The latch releases location is designed to
prevent accidental activation, and the sup-
Magpuls tough polymer MBUS front sight

is adjustable for elevation.
DPMS 3G2 5.56mm
plemental friction lock that minimizes stock

wobble is deactivated automatically by
the latch release. Lack of wobble can mean
the difference between precise shot placement and missing the visible portion of a
hostage-takers head. A replaceable rubber buttpad, a traditional sling mount and
ambidextrous, quick-detach (QD) swivel
mounts round the STR out.
Inside the 3G2s standard triggerguard,
DPMS has added one of its two-stage triggers, which, on my test rie, broke at 5
pounds repeatedly with a small amount
of grit. Behind the triggerguard is a comfortable and effective Hogue rubber pistol
grip. Heavier than an A2 grip, it is much
more ergonomic.
RANGE TIME
Equipping a carbine for range excursions is a bit more complicated than shoving a pistol in a holster and heading out. Because I like to eliminate as many variables
as possible, the new

w Battlezo
one 6-18x44mm riescope
p
ffrom Redeld seem
med like
an excellent choice
a
ce for
wringing the 3G2 out
w
o at
100 yards and bey
1
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with the AR platform
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and
h s all the features you
has
could ask for,
for including a TAC-M
MOA
reticle with stadia lines on horiz
zon-tal and vertical crosshairs at 1-MO
MOA
increments for quick windage or
elevation holdovers. The Rede
eld
Battlezone scope also has bulle
etdrop compensation calibrated fo
or
the 5.56mm NATO cartridge. I
mounted the Redeld in Leupoldss
(Redelds parent company) Markk
4 Integrated Mounting System
m
(IMS) for stability. The scope was
so clear and sharp that the individual bullet holes from the veround, 100-yard groups were
easily visible.
The 3G2s accuracy was excellent, with the average of th
he
averages an impressive 0.82 inches
and the best shots all hovering around
0.7 inches. This even includes 60- and
65-grain test loads, which are not normally expected to be the best choices for
1-in-9-inch-twist barrels. The 3G2s trigger, while not necessarily a target version, was certainly combat-worthy, working well enough to produce those groups.
Next, I attached one of Leupolds new 1.5-4x20mm Mark
AR MOD 1 scopes with an illuminated reticle to the carbine using another Leupold Mark 4 IMS.
The mount was rock solid and
the scope was crystal clear, performing excellently. A scope like
this replicates what Id expect for
use on a duty-ready patrol carbineits capable of long-range
precision and CQB work.
To evaluate the CQB effectiveness of the 3G2 over a number of
drills, I alternated between using
the Leupold scope and an Aimpoint Patrol Rie Optic (PRO).
The PRO is another type of optic I
The 3G2 carbines upper and lower
receivers are machined from
7075-T6 aluminum for the best
balance of strength and light weight.
The collapsible
Magpul STR
stock offers
battery-storage
compartments, a
wide cheekweld
and several
sling-mounting
positions.
The DPMS 3G2 is

proof that competition
frequently gives birth to
equipment that will win
Capping
the 16-inch barrel
is a Jerry Jerry Miculek Compensator,
which allows for fast follow-up shots.
Photo courtesy DPMS
ON THE RANGE AND

ON THE STREET!
would expect to see on a patrol carbine,
perhaps with a 3X magnier mounted behind it. The Optics and the 3G2 performed
as they should, and the Leupold scopes illuminated reticle was a nice bonus.
To test the effectiveness of the 3G2s
supplied offset sight system, I worked with
it from 10 to 50 yards. The nonconventional feel of canting the carbine 45 degrees
became less noticeable with use. Even
though my groups at 50 yards would not
win an accuracy contest, they were good
enough to get the job done. In fact, I even
put ve shots into the center of an IDPA
target at 100 yards. Within 50 yards, the
sights put hits on targets repeatedly.
The Miculek Compensator performed
superbly, allowing for quick follow-up shots
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during the CQB portion of the testing. The

muzzle really did not seem to move. The
muzzle blast, however, did get the attention of several nearby shooters.
Because a patrol rie deserves a
sling, I attached an Ares Armor Huskey
MK II EWS sling. Billed as carrying the
name and seal of approval of Marine
scout sniper instructor and 2009 International Sniper Competition winner Josh
Huskey, the sling turned out to be a great
performer. The EWS is the solution to the
debate over two-point sling tightening
systemscam or slider. With all-metal
hardware, the EWS slider provides quick
adjustability when needed and tightens
when needed to snug the carbine close
to the body when the operator must go
hands free. It worked just as advertised
and was truly impressive.
To complete the package, I added a
Streamlight TLR-2G light/green laser combination unit. The TLR-2G, operated by
ambidextrous switches, attached securely
to the rail. A single CR123 battery drives
both the 200-lumen light and the 522nm
to 542nm green laser for 1.25 hours. The
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TLR-2G produces a powerful, effective

beam that works well with the DPMS 3G2.
FINAL NOTES
The trim M111 forend is a great performer,

fitting small and large hands. Users can
add rails where needed for accessories.
After putting it through its paces, I could

only nd one con for the DPMS 3G2 carbine,
and it fell under the personal preference umbrella. The effective Miculek Compensator
should do a great job in competition and
for a single ofcer involved in a confrontation. However, were I on an entry team, the
concussion from the compensator might be
detrimental. That will have to be an individual ofcer decision, on a case-by-case basis.
The DPMS 3G2, along with the different
optics used, the Streamlight TLR-2G and
the EWS sling, makes an excellent package for a patrol/duty carbine. The M111
forend is a great feature; it feels great in the
hand and keeps the carbine light and cool.
Im glad DPMS decided to shorten and
lighten the 3G1, morphing it into the 3G2.
The DPMS 3G2 is proof that competition frequently gives birth to equipment
that will winon the range and on the
street! For more information, visit dpmsinc.
com or call 800-578-3767.
STREET SMARTS
BY RICHARD JOHNSON
10 FATAL MISTAKES
Any one of these errors could result in tragedy for todays LEOs!
a position of greatest disadvantage. Ensure

the handcuffs are double-locked. Assume the
suspect has watched the many YouTube videos
depicting how to escape handcuffs.
Shots red! Ofcer needs

assistance! These are some of
the scariest words you can hear
come across your radio. They are
part of the law enforcement life
and can happen at any time.
3. SLEEP DEPRIVATION
Ofcers are working longer shifts, spending
more time in court and working extra jobs to
make ends meet. Sleep deprivation will slow your
response time, decrease your alertness and impair your judgment. Make sure you get plenty of
sleep before you put on the uniform. If a criminal
sees your weakness, he will exploit it.
Roughly four decades ago, Pierce R. Brooks

penned a book called ofcer down, code
three. Brooks, a homicide detective with the Los
Angeles Police Department, identied 10 common mistakes made by ofcers killed in the line
of duty. With violence against police ofcers on
the rise, now seems like a good time to put that
list in the context of 21st century police work.
1. FAILING TO
MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
& PROFICIENCY
Your equipment can literally be the
difference between life and death.
Inspect all of your gear and your
patrol car before starting your shift
to ensure everything works properly. If there are any equipment
problems, x them before checking in for service. Train with your
rearms and gear on a regular
4. RELAXING TOO SOON

basis. Seek training outside of your agency or
departmenton your own dime if needed.
2. POOR SEARCHES &

INCORRECT HANDCUFFING
Always be vigilant when youre handcuffing a

suspect, and if you have backup, make sure
they cover you while you go hands on.
Always search a subject with the

expectation of nding weapons, handcuff
keys and other contraband. When you
nd one weapon, assume there are
more. Do not assume that someone
else has properly searched a prisoner.
Make sure you properly apply handcuffs to put an arrestee in
Offenders may act compliant in an effort to

lull you into a false sense of security. The moment you relax is the moment they will attack.
Do not let your guard down when dealing with a
suspect. Stay alert and expect danger.
5. MISSING SIGNS
OF DANGER
Far too often, an ofcer will miss the clues
that should tip him off to impending peril. Pay
attention to the body language of those at the
scene of your call, as well as what they are
saying. If you know what to look for, you can
spot trouble before it hits.
Dont forget to use your in-car computer to
research the history of a call location prior to
arriving. If you dont have a computeror time
to check ithave dispatch do it. In some cases
you might even be able to check the social
media accounts of a known suspect to see if
theyve made statements of special concern.
6. POOR POSITIONING
Understand where you are and put
yourself in a position of best advantage. Dont
park in front of the target address. Dont use
your ashlight indiscriminately. Know where
cover is and what your
avenues of escape
are. As
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conduct a very thorough search, looking for any
contraband or tools that can ease their escape.
time permits, use the Street View in Google Maps

to help you plan an approach.
7. IGNORING THEIR HANDS

Humans are tool users, and most suspects who
try to hurt you will use some type of weapon. The
hand is what pulls a trigger, holds a knife or throws
a rock. Make sure suspects keep their hands visible and away from any unsearched areas.
8. TOMBSTONE COURAGE
Do not take unnecessary risks. Sometimes you
have to rush into a scene alone to save a life. On
the vast majority of calls, you do not. If you have
time, wait for backup and plan your approach.
9. DISTRACTIONS
Devote 100 percent of your attention to the
call you are on. Dont play with your new phone
or other gear. Dont engage in idle conversation
with your partner while still on the call. Work to
improve your at-home life to reduce intruding preoccupation with nances and relationships. Seek
out the employee-assistance program if needed.
10. APATHY
Thinking youve seen it all or that bad
things cant happen to you are just a few of the
ways that apathy can manifest itself. Approach
every shift with a fresh set of eyes and with the
expectation that the unthinkable can happen to
you. Apathy will cause you to commit all of the
nine previous errors, and it is therefore the most
deadly mistake on this list.
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for any department needing to deploy a .30-caliber rifle in a patrol setting.
RRA LAR-8 X-17.62mm
The RRA LAR-8 X-1 uses an inch-pattern

FAL-type magazine, and it should work
with other inch-pattern FAL magazines.
The long Picatinny top rail offers plenty

of space for sights and optics, including
the Burris 4-20x50mm XTR II (shown).
series of oblong and crescent cuts in the top

half of the brake redirect gases to reduce
felt recoil. The forward face of the brake is
tipped with 10 spikes that would likely serve
a clear get off me message to a suspect
rushing at the ofcer deploying the rie.
The rie is equipped with the companys free-oating TRO handguard. It is
octagonal in shape and has a Picatinny rail
in the 12 oclock position. Additional accessory rails can be added to the handguard if
desired. Without additional rails, the handguard feels very comfortable in the support
hand and offers a lot of ventilation.
The gun is heavier than a number
of 7.62mm AR ries I have shot. At 9.5
pounds unloaded, this is probably not a
rie you would want to carry for long periods of time, especially when you add the
weight of a high-power scope. However,
the rie is still relatively easy to move with,
and that weight feels good when you pull
it in tight while sitting at a bench. Shooting
off-hand is denitely doable.
The lower receiver is equipped with
a two-stage trigger. Part of the standard
package is the companys Winter triggerguard, an oversized triggerguard that allows operators to use the rie with gloves.
The LAR-8 X-1 also comes with a single
20-round polymer magazine. It is based on
the inch-pattern FAL magazine. Other inch-
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rifle without having to alter their grips.
pattern FAL magazines should work in the

gun, though RRA is careful to note on the
company website that some magazines
may not drop free or may require ling on
the spacing tab to work properly. The pushbutton magazine release is ambidextrous.
An ambidextrous bolt release, just forward of the triggerguard, is installed instead of the typical paddle-style AR unit
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that is often located on the left side of the

receiver. The shooter simply presses up to
lock the bolt back and down to release it.
These ries feature matte black receivers, and the furniture can be either
black or tan. They come with a black rubber Hogue pistol grip that feels very good
in the hand. A collapsible RRA Operator
CAR buttstock shipped on my test gun.
The Operator CAR stock offers six different length-of-pull positions to allow ofcers to easily adjust the length depending
on the gear worn. The company also offers
a xed-length RRA Operator A2 stock.
Sights are not part of the standard
package. Since most people will want to
add a quality piece of glass to the gun, iron
sights are not something that would be
missed by many people. Even so, adding a
quality set of backup sights is a good idea.
RRA LAR-8 X-17.62mm
For this evaluation, I mounted a reliable

4-20x50mm Burris XTR II scope to the gun
using the Burris AR-PEPR mount. Burris
XTR scopes are designed for tactical and
competitive applications. The XTR line is
designed to be absolutely shockproof and
vibration resistant to withstand both heavy
recoil and the constant vibrations from riding in a patrol car all day. The scope gave
me a very clear sight picture with plenty of
light even when zoomed in tight during the
late afternoon twilight. Once mounted and
sighted in, the scope did not move or loosen throughout the entire evaluation period.
RANGE TIME
For this range evaluation, I met up
with two other shooters to put this rie
through its paces. One of the shooters is a
Even with unpredictable crosswinds,

the LAR-8 X-1 rifle turned in respectable
five-shot groups at 100 yards.
full-time rearms instructor and competitor with extensive training in long-range

shooting. The other shooter is a former
military sniper and currently a sniper with
his police departments tactical team. We
took turns shooting the rie, and let the
gun cool between shooters.
We started on a 50-yard range to get
a feel for the gun and test it with a variety
of ammunition. The LAR-8 X-1 was completely reliable with a variety of Federal,
Winchester and Remington ammunition.
The only trouble we ran into was with Magtech Ammunitions 168-grain HPBT. The
rst round red failed to extract because
the ries extractor had ripped off the case
rim. When the second Magtech round had
the same problem, I boxed up that ammunition, put it away and did not use it again.
Condent the gun was running well, we
moved to the 100-yard range. The day was
cool with a variable breeze across the range.
When shooting for accuracy, it is always important to nd the loads that the
gun likes. A load may work great in one
gun but give poor performance in another. For example, Federals Gold Medal
168-grain Match ammunition is widely regarded as one of the most accurate commercially produced loads for the 7.62mm.
Yet, this gun cut the ve-shot group size
nearly in half by moving to the companys
175-grain Gold Medal load: 2 inches
for the 168-grain load and 1.25 inches
for the 175-grain load.
It also pays to carefully check the
ammunition before loading. When we
were on the range, I discovered that
one box of Remington Premier Match
ammunition had loaded cartridges
that used at least two different kinds
of primers. Normally, Ive gotten very
good service from the Premier Match
line, but this box turned in wildly varying velocities between 2,017 fps and
2,446 fps. Even with the inconsistent
velocities, the Remington ammo still
managed a 1.5-inch, ve-shot group.
I found the trigger had a small
amount of take-up and a light, crisp
The free-floating handguard has several

lightening cuts that reduce weight
and help dissipate barrel heat.
The cryogenically
treated, fluted, 18-inch
barrel on the authors test rifle came
equipped with RRAs Beast muzzle brake.
The vast majority of law enforcement shootings occur

WITHIN 100 YARDS. A moderately skilled officer with
this rifle and the proper optic could
easily NEUTRALIZE A THREAT
at those distances.
break. The
reset was quick
and positive. There was
no grittiness in the trigger pull
at all. The bolt release worked easily
both to lock the action open and to release
the bolt after inserting a loaded magazine.
The recoil was mild for a 7.62mm gun.
A semi-automatic gun will generally soak
up some of the recoil energy through the
action. I also believe the RRA muzzle
brake did a ne job at reducing muzzle
jump. Overall, the gun was easy to shoot
and offered no unpleasant surprises.
FINAL NOTES
The Rock River Arms LAR-8 X-1
is a potent rie that makes a credible
contender for any department needing
to deploy a .30-caliber rie in a patrol
setting. Compared to 5.56mm NATO
cartridges, the 7.62mm NATO offers
better barrier penetration and is well
respected for its ability to put an
armed aggressor down.
Finding the right ammunition for
this gun could make it eligible for
a higher-precision role. However,
based on the respected commercial loads we shot, I would hesitate
to recommend this gun out of the
box as a sniper weapon. However,
as a .30-caliber patrol rie I think
most ofcers and departments
would be satised.
The vast majority of law enforcement shootings occur within
100 yards. A moderately skilled
ofcer with this rie and the
proper optic could easily neutralize a threat at those distances.
If your department has need of
a 7.62mm rie, the LAR-8 X-1 is
worth taking a look at. For more information, visit rockriverarms.com
or call 866-980-7625.
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Turkish enforcer
boasting 14+1 rou d
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By David Bahde
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rearms during
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qualications. One of the
perks of being retired from
law enforcement is no longer
having an issued weapon.
And there is just something
supremely satisfying about
outshooting the person next
to me on the range using the
latest and greatest uber
pistol or anointed rie.
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The Sarsilmaz K2 from EAA is a

rugged and reliable double-stack
pistol ready for LEO patrol duties.
Shown with a SureFire X300 light.
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could
ac ical
single manufacturer has a
pistol. After a few magazines,
lock on building good ones,
it became clear that my
nor are they limited to two or

three countries of origin.
My Sarsilmaz K2 in .45
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Since my initial test in
logistics and highly skilled
skepticism was unwarranted.
2011, Ive toured Sarsilmazs
craftsmen. The entire plant
I used the K2 at several train-
factory rsthand in Turkey to
was spotless, more like a
ing schools where it drew oc-
conrm its state-of-the-art
medical supply facility than a
ACP, imported by European
casional ire as it stayed with
operations. Rivaling many of
gun factory. It was easily one
American Armory (EAA) Cor-
or outperformed the most
the weapons factories Ive
of the best-looking weapons
poration, is just such a pistol.
common tactical pistols of
toured in the U.S., Sarsilmaz
plants Ive ever visited.
It was quite the surprise to
the day. Revisiting this pistol
has some of the most ad-
me when I originally tested
recently only reconrmed
vanced equipment available
became apparent that
it in 2011. While Im pretty
my initial ndings. It remains
today. The factory, situated a
Sarsilmaz takes every step
open minded, when it comes
one of the most accurate and
couple of hours from Istan-
in its build process with the
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During my tour, it quickly
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greatest attention to detail. All of its parts

start from forgingsno castings. Most everything is made in-house to incredibly tight
tolerances, and experienced gunsmiths
assemble every single weapon. Of course,
this results in some truly excellent rearms.
As the supplier of pistols to the entirety of
the military and police in Turkey, these are
proven weapons with a long track record.
GUN DETAILS
The Sarsilmaz K2 is a combat pistol
built for the Turkish military. My test pistol
was chambered in .45 ACP, though there
are also 9mm versions in
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Turkey.
The pistol
i l iis
rather
bro
b
oadly based upon the CZ 75, one of the
most prolic and proven pistols around, esmo
pecially in Europe.
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Picking this pistol up, it ts nicely in
my large hands. The polymer grips are
m
sstippled and contoured, and the front and
backstraps are grooved for enhanced conba
tro
ol. The squared triggerguard is large with
a checkered
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face. The beavertail is large
a d high-swept for a very solid grip. The
an
K2s design places the bore axis very close
K2
to the hand, making it very easy to control.
The slide has serrations at its rear and
i tted with an LPA adjustable rear sight as
is
we
ell as a xed front sight. Both contain very
bright and visible white dots. The rear sight
i adjustable
is
a
for both windage and elevation.
The K2 also features a Commanderstyle hammer and a crisp double-action/
single-action (DA/SA) trigger. While dry
ring, the triggers reset was predictable
with just a bit of creep prior to breaking.
Drop the hammer and run the trigger in
double action and it is smooth, not terribly
heavy, yet very predictable. Using an NRAapproved trigger weight, the trigger broke
cleanly at 9 pounds in double action and
4.25 pounds in single action, which is very
well suited to a combat pistol.
The K2 in .45 ACP also has a rail that
accepted my SureFire X300 as well as a
couple of other lights in my possession. Finally, it has a nice matte black nish.
RANGE
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This pistol
p
has seen a ton of use over the
llast several years. After its initial testing
i 2011, I took it with
in
m to several pistol
me
s hools and used
sch
iti frequently
f
as a
s condary weapon
sec
d ing tactical and
durin
rrie training. It
ccan be used as
The two-dot rear sight is fully adjustable.

Also note the wide slide serrations.
The white-dot front sight is pinned in

place above the stainless 4.7-inch barrel.
a DA/SA pistol, but my preference is to

carry it as a single action. Its controls are
almost identical to those found on a 1911.
Similar to the CZ 75 and other Europeanstyle pistols, it can be safely decocked. Carried cocked and locked, the K2 is basically
a 1911 with a second-strike capability.
For testing, I carried the K2 in a Safariland SLS holster designed for use with
the SureFire X300 light mounted, which
was just about perfect. The K2 also t in
my Safariland SLS rig designed for a 1911
equipped with a SureFire X400. It t tightly
at rst but worked very well on the range.
This pistols accuracy has always been
rather jaw dropping. During a CorBon pistol
class a few years ago, it consistently printed 1-inch groups at 25 yards. Moving to 15
yards and shooting off hand, it just cut one
large hole. My test groups this time around
yielded similar accuracy, with Sig Sauers
200-grain V-Crown ammo clustering into
a group measuring just a tad over an inch.
Much of the K2s accuracy is due to how
softly it shoots; its low bore axis makes it
pretty easy to control. The dual recoil spring
assembly also helps to soften the recoil.
There are a couple of double-stack .45s in
my inventory that cost three times as much
but are no more accurate than the K2.
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The left-side-mounted safety and slide

release are both large and easy to reach.
The K2 sports a high-swept beavertail and

a serrated, Commander-style hammer.
through this pistol, it has never missed a

beat. It has become a workhorse for me.
The magazines are metal, and they have
performed awlessly to date. For this test,
I ran the pistol through several drills, including transitions, while wearing my
Survival Armor vest. Ammunition ranged
from some very old PMC and steel-cased
loads, to some newer Black Hills 230-grain
rounds, along with a few duty rounds. The
K2 just keeps on runningdirty, clean, no
matter what.
As long as you are OK with white dots,
these sights are excellent. The front sight is
pinned in place. The LPA rear sight is dovetailed and adjustable for elevation using a
screwdriver. Both dots stay visible even
when dirty. Night sights are a tad controversialsome swear by them while others
think theyre useless. Sarsilmaz makes
them for this pistol in Turkey; time will tell if
they are imported.
Mated to a tactical light and carried in
single action, I would not hesitate a second
to carry the K2 operationally. Its accurate,
reliable and comfortable to shoot, rivaling
some of the more mainstream pistols Ive
carried over the years. In fact, this pistol

is as reliable, accurate and dependable as
any Ive ever carried.
FINAL NOTES
Is the K2 likely to see work as a department pistol anytime soon? Not likely,
but not because it lacks the capability. Choosing standard-issue pistols is far
more complicated than just picking one
that works. Working in a small agency
where personal choice is possible, it could
certainly do the job.
This is no small pistol, so large hands
help, and its all steel. In other words, its
no lightweight. Concealed carry is possible
if you are accustomed to larger pistols, but
that is not its sweet spot. Home defense is
another place this pistol would work well.
Safely drop the hammer and you have a
solid go-to pistol with excellent reliability
and solid capacity using a proven round.
One thing is for sure: This pistol remains
a favorite of mine to shoot, and I will continue to use it at training courses where possible. For more information, visit eaacorp.
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foot-pounds and the attention to detail
you have come to expect from Black Hills.
(black-hills.com; 605-348-5150)
Comp-Tac recently unveiled a special new

blue Kydex color for its popular holsters
and gear. The blue Kydex is available in all
outside-the-waistband products offered by
Comp-Tac, including the International and
Paddle holsters, single-magazine pouches,
twin-magazine pouches, the Belt Feed, AR
magazine pouches, ashlight holsters and
pepper spray carriers. Many rearm users
prefer to accessorize their gear with different options and colors.
Comp-Tac wants to
give all customers the option to
choose gear that
complements their
unique and individual
preferences. (comp-tac.
com; 866-441-9157)
GLOCK
K
42/43
DECAL
GRIPS
Decal Grips
are law
enforcementgrade, pre-cut g
grip
i
panel additions with
adhesive backings that attach to
the frame and slide of your rearm
for a superior grip in extreme
weather conditions without increasing the pistols bulk for everyday
carry, on or off duty. Like all Decal
Grips, the newest sets for Glock 42
and Glock 43 pistols are easy to
install. Just peel off their backings
and adhere them to your gun.
Theyre just as easy to replace or
remove, and theyre also extremely
durable and resistant to most gun
solvents and oils. (decalgrip.com)
TRIJICON
ACCUPOWER
SCOPES
Trijicons new AccuPower series is designed for versatility, with 1-4x24mm,
2.5-10x56mm,
3-9x40mm and 4-16x50mm models available initially. Integrating aircraft-grade
aluminum housings, superior quality
glass lenses and advanced applicationspecic illuminated reticles, the AccuPower scopes offer you the durability and
dependability expected from Trijicon. The
AccuPower line features anti-reective
multicoated lenses that provide superior
clarity and light-gathering capabilities.
Adjustable reticle brightness settings
are intuitive and easy-to-set, offering
11 brightness adjustments with an off
feature between each settingall powered by a long-lasting CR2032 battery.
(trijicon.com; 800-338-0563)
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With its fast-targeting sights

and modular stock, the
PAS12 PG-R/C from Iver
Johnson is ready for
close-quarters action.
IVER
JOHNSON
PAS12 PG-R/C
Affordable pump action built for fast handling and CQB domination!
By Wilson Langston
Some readers may

recognize the name
Iver Johnson as a former U.S. rearms, bicycle and
motorcycle manufacturer that started in 1871.
The company retained the name of the founder, Norwegian-born Iver Johnson.
The company saw its end in 1993. The name was resold, and in 2006 Iver Johnson
Arms was reborn. When asked about the background of the company, COO Chad
Holwerda said, Iver Johnson Arms had been out of business for a little while before we
picked it up, about 10 years ago. We have gone in a completely different direction with the
company as far as products go, focusing so far on 1911s and self-defense-style shotguns. At this
time we are not carrying any of the older Iver Johnson products. The PAS12 line is manufactured in Turkey by Armed
Guns and imported to the United States. Today, the Iver Johnson headquarters is located in Rockledge, Florida.
GUN DETAILS
Two PG, or pistol grip, models of the PAS12 are available from Iver Johnson Arms. The PAS12 PG-R/C comes with a
ber-optic front sight and a Picatinny rail mounted on the receiver. The PG-R/C version also comes standard with an external
open choke that acts as a muzzle brake. The PAS12 PG version is essentially the same with a basic blade front sight instead
of the ber-optic version and no Picatinny rail or muzzle brake. Both shotguns operate similarly to the famous Remington
870. However, they have some unique design qualities that make them great, reliable and lightweight tactical shotguns.
The PAS12 PG and PG-R/C feature polymer furniture and pistol-grip stocks. The rear portion of the buttstock is removable with the simple push of a button, making transport easier. Federal laws prohibit the importation of pistol-grip-only
shotguns. When asked about the stock design, Holwerda said, The big benet of this gun is the two-piece pistol-grip stock.
A pistol grip by itself is not allowed on imported guns. But since the gun comes with a full stock, it is legal to import, even
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made at an affordable price. The price list
for both PAS12 models can be seen on the
companys website, and theyre comparable to many shotguns of similar quality.
This is truly a great, economic weapon
with no compromises, he added.
The PAS12, with its convertible stock
features, can serve multiple roles for law
enforcement. In addition to serving as a
duty long arm, it can make quick work of a
door hinge or lock as a breacher. By removing the buttstock, the PAS12 can be loaded
with breaching rounds and slung out of the
way behind an ofcers back while carrying
a primary weapon in his or her hands.
The PAS12s slide/pump release is
located forward of the triggerguard; its
an enlarged pad easily accessible from
nearly any position. When tensions and
adrenaline are at a heightened state during a tactical or home-defense situation,
a degree of ne motor skills is lost, so the
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polymer and lends additional control in comparison to traditional stock designs. The ridges running horizontally on the pistol grip help
prevent slipping in wet or sweaty conditions.
The stock and pistol grip lock tightly together, unlike many collapsible and removable stock designs. You may even overlook
The PAS12 can hold four rounds in its

mag tube, along with one in the chamber.
this feature because of the close tolerances. The PAS12s

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sight. It allows for surprisingly quick target
acquisition. Not only is there less to snag
on clothing or obstacles, but it also offers a
foolproof, unbreakable option in the event
of an optic failure. As mentioned, the front
sight features a bright red ber-optic insert
that glows in even low-light conditions. The
ber optic itself is secured to the barrel with
metal bands that can function as the sight
if unexpected damage occurs. This tactical weapon truly hopes for the best and
expects the worst. Sometimes any Plan B
can be a matter of life and death.
The pumps forend is made from the
same polymer as the pistol grip, with similar texturing. It is ared slightly larger at
the rear to provide adequate clearance for
the receiver. This design makes reloads
more consistent, giving your forward hand
a nice rear stop and an improved grip prole. If a malfunction occurs and a shell
becomes stuck in the chamber, the added
leverage is useful.
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a
intended throughout testing. The acttion
is very tight, and the trigger is not overly
The magazine tubes end cap features a

sling loop and is knurled for easy removal.
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consideration. I tested the shotguns accuracy with slug loads at 25 yards.
Even though the extended choke
doesnt provide any constriction, the
PAS12 PG-R/C performed well with buckshot loads at 15 yards. Remingtons 3-inch
magnum 00 buckshot put all of its pellets
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In this day and age of tighter budgets,
moving in the direction of duty shotguns
in the $300 range may be the wave of the
future. Give Iver Johnson Arms PAS12
PG-R/C a close look, and you might just
like the convertible stock option enough
to add it to your arsenal. For more information, visit iverjohnsonarms.com or call
321-636-3377.
EVERYDAY HEROES
BY RICHARD JOHNSON
TO PROTECT
& SERVE
Profiling Sergeant Aaron Evans of
the Lees Summit, Missouri, PD!
Sergeant Aaron Evans has served in law enforcement for over 17 years, with positions as a traffic officer and field-training officer before joining SWAT.
Building bridges was literally what

Sergeant Aaron Evans planned
to do when he left high school.
Setting off for Auburn University, Evans put
his sights on an engineering degree. Although
he liked working on complex problems, Evans
discovered that he preferred not to work on
them from behind a desk.
I wanted my life to mean something, and
not be trapped by mundane ofce work, said
Evans. At the prompting of a friend, he decided
to look into police work. Its been a wild but
mostly enjoyable ride ever since.
With almost two decades of police work
under his duty belt, Evans is the supervisor of
the Power Shift at the Lees Summit, Missouri,
Police Department. Covering the busiest time
in patrolfrom 1500 to 0300his squad sees
more than its fair share of action.
While he continues to enjoy patrol work, Evans is also a leader on the departments SWAT
sniper team. Whether or not his prior engineering studies has any effect on his precision
shooting is anyones guess. But his ability to put
rounds on target has never been in doubt.
Prior to being promoted to sergeant, Evans
served the citizens of Lees Summit in a multitude of assignments, including as a trafc ofcer
and as a eld-training ofcer. Evans also was an
undercover investigator assigned to a regional
High Intensity Drug Trafcking Area (HIDTA)
task force that specically targeted organizations involved in the methamphetamine trade.
Evans impact on the community has been
impressive, though, like most heroes, he does
not talk about it much. He has been awarded
the Silver Award for Valor for his actions in a
shootout during a methamphetamine investigation, two Meritorious Service Medals, three Life
Saving Awards and several other commendations. Evans also was part of the regional law
enforcement relief effort in Joplin, Missouri, after
the 2011 tornado devastated that community.
Police work is not a jobits a calling,
said Evans. It is not for the weak of heart. If
you answer the call to serve and protect your
neighbors, it is a high and honorable cause
with true meaning and fulllment.
LEO VITALS:
AARON EVANS
Current Position: Sergeant, Lees Summit Police Deppar

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Current Duties: Supervisor of Power Shift in
uniform patrol, SWAT sniper team leader
Years In Law Enforcement: 18
Primary Duty Gun: Glock 22 (.40)
Primary Long Gun: Rock River CAR-15 (5.56mm)
o;
with EOTech sight and SureFire M900 light for patrool
GA Precision Rock (.308) for SWAT sniper duties
Patrol Vehicle: Ford Explorer Cross-over
PATROL EDGE
BY STEVEN DICK
16 NEW
FOLDING BLADES
Rounding up the new steel ready to hit the mean streets with LEOs!
Given the universal use by LEOs, the military and civilians,
tactical folders continue to dominate the knife world.
If there was a major surprise here, it was that many old-line cutlery companies were aiming
a wide variety of assisted opening and full-auto models at the uniform carry trade. (A warning here: While assisted openers are legal most places, the autos are restricted to credentialed LEO and military sales). No matter what your personal views on blade length, steel
or handle material, Im sure you can nd a model that will t your needs out of my top picks.
ANDRE DE VILLIERS PATHFINDER
If you are looking for stripped-down, bare-bones, tough-as-nails tactical gear, it is

hard to beat the folders produced by Andre de Villiers of South
Africa. His Pathnder model is an outstanding example of
this, with a 3.75-inch blade made of S3035VN steel and
a titanium handle. The knife
weighs about 7 ounces.
(knifecenter.com;
800-338-6799)
BOKER
MAGNUM BMF
Bokers Chinese-made Magnum

line has long offered very good
value tactical folders for the LEO
on a budget. The companys
new Magnum BMF features an
assisted-opening, serrated
blade, a strap cutter and a
window-breaking point on the
butt. The 440C stainless steel
blade is 3.75 inches long, and
the handle is made of aluminum. The 4.8-ounce knife
also has a sturdy liner lock.
(boker.de/us; 800-835-6433)
BUCK KNIVES
898 IMPACT
BENCHMADE 665/6500 APB
As can be expected from the company that pioneered the modern military and law enforcement auto opener eld, Benchmade recently
unveiled a couple of great new models. The
665 APB Assist has a spring-assisted opening mechanism while the 6800 Auto APB uses an
automatic opening mechanism. Both feature a new
ambidextrous button that functions as a blade release
on the auto and a lock release on the assisted
opener. The 154CM steel, drop-point blades are 3.6
inches long, and the grips are anodized aluminum
or G10. Partially serrated and straight edges
are available for the black- or stainless-nished
blades. (benchmade.com; 800-800-7427)
For 2015, the very

traditional Buck
Knives now has its
own automatic in its
folder lineup. Called
the 898 Impact, this
is a very practical,
mid-sized utility folder
that should be just
right for everyday
patrol work on the
streets. The 3.13-inch
blade is made
of S30V steel,
and the
handle is
aluminum with a
textured inlay for grip.
Made in the U.S., its
7.75 inches long and
weighs 4.1 ounces.
(buckknives.com;
800-735-2825)
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CHRIS REEVE KNIVES SEBENZA 25

If there is a Rolex of tactical folders, most would probably agree that it is the Sebeneza from Chris Reeve
Knives. The news this year was that the
company has a new model with black
Micarta inlays on the titanium handle
frame. The S35VN blade is 3.63
inches long, and the entire
folder weighs 5.2 ounces. (chrisreeve.com;
208-375-0367)
ONTARIO UTILITAC
Ontario has updated the Joe Pardue-designed

Utilitac folder into a great mid-sized, assistedopening duty knife. The opening snap on this one is
really impressive! Both stainless and black powder-coated
nishes for the 3-inch, AUS-8 blade are available. The knife also has
black G10 grips and weighs 3.2 ounces. (ontarioknife.com; 800-222-5233)
SCHRADE SCH501
DPX GEAR HEAT/F
If you are looking for both compact size and super strength all in
one package, the new HEAT/F folder from DPx Gear is the ideal
knife for you. There are several handle variations and both left- and
right-handed locks available with this model. With its 2.26-inch, D2
tool steel blade, the HEAT/F has an overall length of 6.24 inches.
(dpxgear.com; 888-233-3924)
Schrade Cutlery has become well known in recent years for its extensive line of very reasonably priced tactical folders. Dont let the cost
fool youmost of these knives offer great value as everyday cutting
tools. The new Model SCH501 is an excellent example of this, with
a 3.2-inch 9Cr18MoV blade and a steel frame with G10 scales. The
knife weighs 5.1 ounces. (taylorbrandsllc.com; 800-251-0254)
SPARTAN AKRIBIS
GERBER
DECREE
The new Gerber

Decree was
designed with
decades of
input from real
operators and
eld personnel
as to what they
most wanted in
EDC folder. The
end result is a
tight, effective
cutting tool
that will stand up
to hard use under
any and all conditions. It comes with
a 2.6-inch blade
made of S30V steel
as well as a rubberized, diamondtextured grip. It
weighs 3.6 ounces.
(gerbergear.com;
800-950-6161)
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KERSHAW
CQC-2K
Kershaw Knives continues to add models

in its joint venture
with Emerson
Knives. A scaleddown version of the
Emerson Patriot, thee
new CQC-2K has
some interesting
features. Like the
original knife, the
CQC-2K offers
both a thumb disk
and a wave hook for
opening. The 2.75inch blade is made of
8Cr14MoV steel with
a black oxide coating.
The frame is made of
410 stainless with G10
grip panels installed.
The carry clip is
reversible.
(kershawknives.com;
800-325-2891)
Few knife-making companies can match

the real-life special operations background as the guys at Spartan Blades.
The founders, Curtis Iovito and Mark
Carey, have been there and done
that three times over, so when
they design a knife, you know it
comes from practical experience. The newest version of
their hard-charging Akribis
folder features a blacknished, 3.5-inch blade
made of S35VN steel
and a titanium frame
with G10 scales.
(spartanbladesusa.
com; 910-757-0035)
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16 new folding blades
SOG TRIDENT ELITE TANTO
Long the maker of some of the favorite cutting tools used by Navy SEALs, SOG is adding a tanto-point version of its popular Trident Elite
assisted-opening folder in 2015. Not only does the folder have an excellent, all-purpose, 3.7-inch main blade of AUS-8 steel, but it also
offers a built-in strap cutter on the handle and a small prying point on the butt. (sogknives.com; 888-405-6433)
If there was a major surprise

here, it was that many old-line
cutlery companies were aiming a wide variety of assisted
opening and full-auto models at
the uniform carry trade.
STEEL
WILL
ONRUSH
Steel Wills
new Onrush
folder is available in both
tanto- and
drop-point
versions as
well as with
a reversible
carry clip.
The Onrush
features a
3.68-inch
blade
made from
N690Co steel
as well as G10
handle scales.
The knife
weighs 7.12
ounces. (steel
willknives.
com; 877969-0909)
SPYDERCO AUTONOMY
The new Spyderco Autonomy was created at the request of the U.S Coast Guard to meet the
demands of its rescue swimmers. Along with an oversized release button, the knife is made with
a special open design for ease of cleaning after contact with seawater. The 3.65-inch blade is
made of H1 steel, while the steel frame has G10 scales. (spyderco.com; 303-279-8383)
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POLICE STORIES
IT HAPPENED TO ME!
HIDE-N-SEEK
I was a patrol ofcer in an urban
area in a southwestern state in the
late 1990s when I received a radio
call of an ex-boyfriend attempting to
kick in the apartment door of his exgirlfriend, who was the calling party.
As another ofcer and I arrived at the apartment,
we noticed fresh signs of damage to the door.
Standing to the side, we knocked, and a
female came to the door, cracking it open only
about 4 inches. She appeared quite frightened
but advised that everything was okay because
her ex had already left. As we continued to
press her for details, it was clear she was uncomfortable and nervously trying to quickly get
rid of us. Between the fresh damage on the door
and the fact that my gut told me she was hiding
something, I announced that we were coming
inside to check the apartment and make sure
that everything was in fact okay.
Her level of nervousness piqued as we
entered. We began checking the rooms of
the apartment, and I made my way back to
the master bedroom. I could hear the woman
continuing to try to reassure us that we were
no longer needed from the living room. I took a
knee and peered under the bed, then moved to
the closet. As I slid the door to the closet open,
I began to see part of a leg and a knee in blue
jeans, and suddenly, having no memory of a
conscious decision to draw, realized my pistol
was already out of its holster and in my hand,
with the muzzle pointed at the mans face.
Dont f$&@ing move! I commanded. Id
found him squatting down in the closet, directly
in front of me, holding a revolver, muzzle down,
next to his knee in one hand. He reacted by
slowly letting the big-bore revolver slip out of his
hand, thudding onto the carpet.
I called for the other ofcer, who came into
the room where I was holding the suspect at
gunpoint. We removed the gun from his reach
and took him into custody without incident. Hed
forced his way into the apartment and, upon
our arrival, had threatened to kill the woman
if she revealed he was there. He was charged
with rst-degree burglary, assault with a deadly
weapon and felon in possession of a rearm.
He had a lengthy and violent felony history.
I would later recount the incident and my

automatic fast draw to new ofcers in eld
training as an example of how, under stress, we
revert to learned motor skills through repetition
and muscle memory. MB, OK
SAVED BY THE VEST

Houston, Texas, Police Ofcer John Calhoun
was uneasy about the suspicious-person call.
Calhoun and his partner, Ofcer Andrea Munoz,
had just started their shift on the sweltering
afternoon of August 13, 2014. The dispatcher
relayed unusually descriptive information about
a man at a bus stopeverything from what he
wore to the pot he was smoking and the handgun he displayed. It made Calhoun and Munoz
think that the man had made a huge impression
upon whomever called 911. We both didnt feel
good about this, Calhoun recalled.
The ofcers immediately saw the man when
they pulled up to the scene on Airline Drive. At rst
they didnt see the gun. Munoz got out and calmly
spoke to the man in Spanish, saying she wanted
to have a word with him. Calhoun got ready with
the cuffs. This was a technique that worked well
for them in their ve and a half years as partners:
Munoz providing the distraction and Calhoun, at
6 feet 6 inches tall, ready to apply muscle.
But the man bolted. Calhoun caught up
quickly and put him in a bear hug. Thats when
the ofcer heard a loud POW and felt a sharp
thud in his side. I felt like I had been hit in the
side with an aluminum bat, Calhoun said.
Munoz joined the fray.
I picked them both up, and we all went to
the ground, Calhoun said.
They struggled to control the mans gun,
but then Calhoun saw the muzzle edge toward
his partners head. The man was pulling the
trigger, but nothing happened.
Calhoun didnt wait for the malfunction to clear. I thought, Im not
having any of that, he said.
The ofcer drew his own pistol,
and then warned Munoz to brace for
his shots. Calhoun red twice. The man
went limp; he died later at the hospital.
Backup ofcers arrived, including Munozs
husband, a tactical team member.
They helped Calhoun out of his
gear, but the injured ofcer couldnt see
where the bullet punched him. I said, Dude, take

a picture of this so I can see it, he recalled. The
camera phone image, Calhoun said, looked like a
pretty good road rash.
His body armor was an ABA HP02 Level
II vest from Safariland. Its manufacturers were
excited to hear that the ofcer survived the
contact shot, but Calhoun didnt understand
why his case was so special, seeing as the slug
was a small caliber.
But, it turns out this case was something
that the manufacturers cant simulate in lab
tests. Safarilands Ed Hinchey explained that
compliance standards set by the National Institute of Justice dont require tests for contact
shots. In Ofcer Calhouns case, the rearm
was pushed so hard into his side that it was not
able to cycle for the second shot, Hinchey said.
To perform that type of testing in a lab environment would risk catastrophic failures.
Calhoun, who now serves on the same
tactical team as Munozs husband, said a
vest is as important as a duty pistol. Guys
talk about it like its a sweat diaper when its
so hot, he said. But I tell everybody, its better to be hot than shot. BM, NY
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KEYMOD GEAR
Sleek, lightweight KeyMod accessories can max out your patrol rifle!
Bravos free-floating KMR

handguards feature full-length
Picatinny top rails and KeyMod
slots along the sides and bottom.
One of the reasons the AR-15 has

become so popular in the law enforcement community is that a single
rie can be quickly congured for
any of several different missions.
This modularity became even easier several years
ago with the introduction of the KeyMod system.
Picatinny accessory rails have served the
shooting community well, but they have some
drawbacks. The rails add weight to the gun and
girth to the handguard. The KeyMod system
uses a series of keyhole-shaped attachment
points on a handguard instead of four bulky rows
of metal rails. When using KeyMod accessories,
there are no unused rails taking up space and
adding weight to the rie.
Attaching accessories to a KeyMod handguard is quick and easy, needing only a few
turns of a wrench to lock things into place. The
attachment screws are captive, so you will never
be on your hands and knees trying to nd a
small nut that slipped out of your hand when
adding a piece of gear. Having shot several ries
with KeyMod systems, I have quickly become a
fan. I anticipate that all future guns I buy will be
equipped with the KeyMod system.
Bravo Company Manufacturing (BCM) makes
a number of KeyMod handguards and accessories
that work well for todays patrol ofcers and SWAT
cops. Here are a few that are worth considering
adding to your own patrol rie or entry gun.
KMR HANDGUARDS
GUNFIGHTER GRIP
Bravo Companys KeyMod Rail (KMR)

handguards are made of an aluminum and
magnesium alloy that makes them up to 40
percent lighter than aluminum-only versions.
Lengths of 9.4, 10.5, 13.4 and 15 inches are
available. The 10.5-inch handguard weighs only
6.3 ounces including the mounting hardware.
According to Bravo Company, the proprietary nish on the KMR was developed for
the aerospace industry and has a better
resistance to wear when compared to
anodized and hard-chrome nishes. KMR
handguards have a Picatinny rail in the 12
oclock position and seven KeyMod attachment
slots every 45 degrees.
The Bravo Company Gunghter Vertical

Grip is a short grip that will attach to any KMR
handguard. It has a slight forward angle that
helps improve the angle of the support wrist
for some ofcers. The polymer grip can also
be reversed, which helps some ofcers
improve weapon control.
The vertical grips have an aggressive
texture to improve your grip in both wet and
dry situations. Grips are available in four colors:
black, gray, Flat Dark Earth and foliage green.
A small storage compartment is located in
the base of the grip.
ANGLED PANEL KIT

While there are no rails to cover, some ofcers may want to use Bravo Companys Angled
Panel Kit to give the KMR a full, round feel in
the hand. Angled panels are made of polymer
and have a non-slip surface. Three different
colored panels are available: black, Flat Dark
Earth and foliage green.
QD SLING MOUNT
An ofcer can add a Bravo Company
Quick-Detachable (QD) Sling Mount to any
location on a KeyMod handguard. The steel
mount is very low prole and is not likely to
snag or catch on any equipment.
PICATINNY RAILS
Even though the KeyMod system is set up to
not need Picatinny rails, there are still some accessoriessuch as lights and lasersthat
are only available with rail mounts. For that
reason, Bravo Company offers lengths of
Picatinny rail that can be mounted to a KeyMod
handguard. BCM offers aluminum rail sections in
3-, 4- and 5.5-inch lengths. These sections are
available in black only.
Polymer rail sections are also available. Currently, the company offers the polymer lengths of
Picatinny rail in three different colors: black, Flat
Dark Earth and foliage green. They are available
in the same lengths as the aluminum versions.
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PWS MK116 5.56mm

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designed around M855 ammunition. Models are also available with NATO crosshairs
in 5.56mm and 7.62mm, or a 300 Blackout
horseshoe-and-dot reticle. The BCO has
proven very accurate in several rie tests.
RANGE TIME
I have yet to test a PWS rie that was
not accurate. Even the Diablo, with its
pistol-length barrel, exhibited excellent accuracy. I used a 5.56mm Diablo during a
class, under some incredibly harsh conditions. Not only was it accurate at short
range, but it was also banging steel close
to 300 yards away using an EOTech sight.
Groups were red from a seated position
using a bag as a rest. Hornadys 75-grain
BTHPs took the day with a 0.6-inch group
at 100 yards. Silver State Armorys 77-grain
OTM rounds came in at just 0.1 inches
larger. Everything fell inside 1.5 inches,
with most measuring closer to an inch. The
MK116 seems to shoot pretty much everything well, even the 55-grain FMJ practice
ammunition. Accuracy over a broad range
is always a plus with a duty gun, especially

when practice ammunition is hard to get.
I have little doubt that this ALG trigger
is one of the best mil-spec triggers on the
market. It was crisp, predictable and pretty
smooth. As much as I prefer a two-stage
unit, many agencies simply will not allow
them. So the ALG may be the perfect solution for those who must use stock guns.
With a 5-pound trigger pull, the ALG trigger
meets most any department specication.
Im not a big fan of muzzle brakes, but
if you are going to use one, the FSC556 is
a good bet. While loud, it was quieter than
most and had excellent ash suppression.
The muzzle brake was small, lightweight
and added no more length than a standard ash suppressor would. Given that
the 5.56mm has very little recoil, the PWS
Triad ash suppressor would be my rst
choice for duty use.
The most noticeable addition to the
MK116 is the handguard. My preference is
always for less rail and more handholds
the smoother the better. Furthermore, most
ofcers add little more than a light, so everything else is left slim and smooth. For those
in need of a foregrip, you can add one without having the rest of the bottom covered in
rails. If you need a bipod, then just add a
small piece of rail on the bottom.
Moving into my ranges shoothouse and

donning a plate carrier, I found the MK116
lightweight and balanced. While the BCO
or similar 4x optics work here, they would
not be my rst choice. Their simplicity
makes them reliable and rugged, but they
arent ideal for close quarters. Mounting a
small red dot at 1 oclock would be the best
solution, or just remove the sight and use
iron sights. The BCO uses a quick-connect
mount, and out at longer ranges its just
about perfect.
FINAL NOTES
The MK116 does not just represent a
cosmetic upgrade to the PWS line. The company has made several useful changes to
this system based on the input of actual users. I would not hesitate for a second to put
this rie to work. All it needs is a sighting system (if you prefer), a light, a sling and spare
mags. Any ofcer or professional looking for
a true workhorse will do well to choose an
MK1 series rie. Available in 5.56mm and
300 Blackout, the series covers the most
popular calibers, with CA- and NY-compliant models also available. The future looks
bright for PWSand for any professional
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STOPPING DOMESTIC TERROR

of 2004. For several days, close to 1,200

hostages were held by approximately 50
terrorists with ries. Explosives were used
to booby-trap the premises. This horrible
siege ended after a brave entry and reght by the Russian special forces, resulting in the loss of over 300 hostages, most
of whom were grade-school children.
Lastly, there are multiple dispersed
attacks, which involve simultaneous attacks at different locations. These multiple
incidents are part of the same overall operation, using some or all of the aforementioned methods. These collective attacks
will have a greater effect and impact than
the sum of just one individual incident or
operation by a terror group. The LETs attacks throughout Mumbai were of this nature. We also can add to this category that
dark day in September 2001, when al-Qaida hijacked four large commercial aircraft,
fuel lled to capacity, to carry out their lethal attack on our unsuspecting nation.
As an instructor for a large metropolitan police department, I had the chance
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Here an officer provides cover, prepared to use lethal force, as his partner apprehends the suspect.
Proper training, suitable weapons and essential gear are all critical in counterterrorist operations.
to work on our states lesson committee,

which addressed the subject of MTA response tactics. There were several recommendations for patrol ofcers to suitably respond, and certain equipment was
highlighted: the need for long guns (M16
or carbine variants, using NATO/military
rounds), the suggested use of go-bags
that ofcers could quickly sling on that
contained such necessities as extra maga-
zines for long guns and handguns, a rstaid kit, ex cuffs, binoculars, water and so
forth. Also suggested were breaching tools
and protective equipment like helmets,
NIJ Level III vests, ballistic shields and
protective eye wear.
Unfortunately, terrorist use of MTAs is
predicted to be the wave of the future, and
police need to be aware of the threat and
prepare accordingly.
RESPONSE BAGS
The M2 weighs all of 5.5 pounds and measures 24 inches long by 13 inches wide.
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SAFARILAND
Renowned for its holsters, Safariland
also makes great gear bags. Among them
is the D1 Patrol Duty Bag. Constructed of
840-denier Cordura nylon and featuring
heavy-duty zippers and a removable nylon
web shoulder strap, the D1 Patrol Duty features an interior compartment with plenty
of room for gear as well as an adjustable
divider for precise organization. On the exterior are two zippered cargo pockets, two
ip-top pockets and three open-top pockets.
Though a patrol bag in name, the D1 doubles as an active-shooter response platform.
Another great Safariland bag is the M2
Mission Specic Gear bag. Designed specically for riots or SWAT callouts, the M2
provides a helmet compartment for storing
and protecting one of the most valuable
pieces of SWAT gear. The M2 is a large,
heavy-duty bag constructed of 1000-denier Cordura nylon. Its shoulder strap allows for easy carry, and its three exterior
zippered cargo pockets and two zippered
mesh pockets allow the operator to sort
and carry a diverse array of needed items.
These days, law enforcement ofcers

need to be ready to respond at a moments
notice. There is no time to look for gear. In
2012, a lone, crazy gunman walked into
the hospital of the University of Pittsburgh
and started shooting people with two handguns, causing multiple casualties. The universitys police ofcers, trained to deal with
active shooters, were able to respond within minutes. Understandably in a rush, one
of the responding ofcers, according to
personal testimony, grabbed his rie upon
leaving his car but left his gear bag behind.
After entering the hospital, his colleagues
and he moved to the sound of gunre and
eventually engaged the suspect. While ring his rie, the ofcer was keenly aware
that the only ammunition on him was what
was in his weapon. The problem, of course,
is that in a reght, ammunition can go
quickly. Thankfully, the threat was neutralized and further deaths were prevented.
The ofcers testimony highlights the need
to always have a gear bag ready to go at a
moments notice. Otherwise, you may nd
yourself part of the problem and not part of
the solution.
MUST-HAVE TRAUMA GEAR

For a law enforcement ofcer who is wounded and in need of assistance,
every moment counts as precious blood spills out onto the pavement.
Having trauma supplies close at hand is a crucial component to survival, as over 70 percent of those who die from traumatic combat injuries do so before medical care arrives.
In a landmark military study, Colonel
R.F. Belamy found that the three most
common preventable causes of death in
a combat situation are blood loss from
an extremity, a compromised respiratory
system and a compromised airway. He
theorized that if the training and equipment for resolving these wounds could
be pushed down to the basic eld level
that a signicant amount of lives could
be saved. Experience in battle has
Tourniquets, chest seals and gauze can help stabilize
shown that he was correct.
casualties in the field before medical care arrives.
So what equipment should be carried?
Tourniquets are the quickest, most sure method of stopping blood loss from an extremity,
the number one killer. Second, also for blood loss, gauze should be carried whether it is
the common low-cost or high-end hemostatic version. Gauze saves lives.
For response to a compromised respiratory system, such as a tension pneumothorax,
better known as a sucking chest wound, having chest seals such as the HALO, Fox or
others is critical.
With these three simple items, most combat casualties, be they law enforcement,
military or civilian, can be stabilized in the eld and survive until medical care arrives. No
matter what you choose, always carry it. It is a matter of life and death. Scott Oldham
multiple surgeries. The injuries later forced

Moore to medically retire.
Case Two: In March 2013 in Middleeld, Ohio, a quiet village in the middle
of Amish country, a two-ofcer patrol unit
made a daylight misdemeanor trafc stop
approximately one block from the police
department. Forty-ve seconds after the
violators vehicle came to a stopbefore
either the male ofcer who was driving and
his female partner had time to fully exit
their vehiclethe trafc violator stepped
out of his vehicle with a semi-automatic
AK-47 and immediately red on the ofcers. There was no time to bring a long
gun into playthe ofcers returned re
with their handguns. Both ofcers were
hit and suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The shooter, hit by multiple pistol
rounds, paused and yelled for the ofcers
to kill him. He pointed his AK at the ofcers again, and the male ofcer red more
rounds, granting the shooters request.
Although the distance in Case Two was
around 30 feet, it illustrates the point that
even in peaceful locales bad things can
happen very fast. The only way ofcers in
both cases could have returned re with a
rie was if they had them in their hands at
the initial contacts. Fortunately, Detective
Moore spent a lot of his off-duty time practicing with his duty guns at his own expense.
I dont know how the Middleeld ofcers
trained prior to their shooting, but I do know
that ofcers who shoot only 25 rounds per
year from static positions at close range will
be outclassed by their attackers.
GOING THE DISTANCE

With practice, you can obtain solid, repeatable hits on silhouette targets at 100
yards from an unbraced, standing position
with a two-hand hold. Practice shooting your
handgun at extended distances and work
your way up to 100 yards. Focus on sight
alignment and a gentle rolling of the trigger.
Fight for as many rounds and training time
that you can get above the state minimum.
Consider running your troops through the
old PPC course as additional training. Yes,
cops used to qualify at 50 yards, not 50 feet.
At our agency, I will be taking some of the
best parts of the old qualication course
and adding them to the newly mandated
course. Our ofcers will re their handguns
at extended range during qualication, and
be required to pass, because the handgun
is still is our primary duty weapon.
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GLOCK 43 9mm
a baby Glock for off-duty/backup carry.

One such agency is presently on its third
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The Kimber Micro .380 ACP.

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magazine is available as an accessory. Four models cover any concealed carry
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MADE IN AMERICA
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2014, Kimber Mfg., Inc. All rights reserved. Information and specifcations are for reference only and subject to change without notice.

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Creating Weapons

FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

By Mike Wasilewski, with Althea R. Olson

Production Director Spiro Maroulis

Circulation Director Tim Hannon

Social Media Director Claudia Bircu

FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT

June/July 2015 /// Volume 27 Number 4

18 SPRINGFIELD LOADED M1A 7.62mm By Fred Mastison

26 PRIMARY WEAPONS SYSTEMS

38 GLOCK 43 9mm By Massad Ayoob

46 BARRETT 98B TACTICAL 7.62mm By Rob Garrett

active-shooter response bags

64 DPMS 3G2 5.56mm By D.K. Pridgen

80 EAA SARSILMAZ K2 By David Bahde

104 Classied Ads

86 IVER JOHNSON PAS12 PG-R/C By Wilson Langston

Springeld Loaded M1A 7.62mm / Photo courtesy Springeld

6 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT JUNE/JULY 2015

16 NEW FOLDING BLADES

TOP SEVEN 9 MM CARBINES

JUNE/JULY 2015 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT 7

Careful evidence gathering and

In 2014, no ofcer-involved use of

Why did a grand jury, after reviewing

8 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT JUNE/JULY 2015

needs of justiceserving the truth of the investigationmust always take precedence

RECORD THE TRUTH

the drivers window and grabbed him

So often, truth equals

at the scene by state police personnel

JUNE/JULY 2015 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT 9

say, if you were really there

Big Stock photo

up at the shooting scene in the treaded boot

When the call comes, the response

Officers need to have all of their essential

wide and offering 6,720 cubic inches of space,

12 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT JUNE/JULY

through zipper system allows quick access

bag gives the operator plenty of room and

JUNE/JULY 2015 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT 13

and directed the assailants to carry out actions

14 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT JUNE/JULY

Police agenciesmust now

While youre en route to the train station, more

callous act resulted in the death of 168 people,

able by terrorists) to attack. They must

Another threat to consider, especially

During a terrorist attack, provide

STOPPING DOMESTIC TERROR

16 GUNS & WEAPONS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT JUNE/JULY 2015

THE NEW P320. We asked leading law enforcement professionals what

Classic M14 returns

One of the most

able magazine and full-auto capability.

war. During the Gulf War, it was seen

The accuracy and reliability of the rie

being carried by several elite units

soon found it being modied for special-

throughout the military.

The M1A is the semi-auto version of the

ized work. In 1969, Rock Island Arsenal