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Scanner traffic shines a light on the chaos, confusion officers faced in Las Vegas
by Brian SeayDespite the bedlam, Las Vegas police were able to locate the shooter within minutes of the first reported shots on Sunday night.
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Marine Corps general who wants a Holodeck: ‘it would be like Jean-Luc Picard’
by Brian SeayA top general in the Marine Corps says he wants a Star Trek inspired, virtual reality training facility on a grand scale.
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Dog the Bounty Hunter sues Chris Christie over NJ bail reform law
by Brian SeayDuane Chapman, aka Dog the Bounty Hunter, says New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie's new bail reform initiative allowed for the fatal shooting of a man.
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$20,000 bulletproof business suit looks sharp, stops .45-caliber rounds (VIDEO)
by Brent McCluskeyOne Toronto based tailor shop specializes in bulletproof business suits that can stop .45-caliber rounds, City News reports. At $20,000 a suit, they don’t come cheap. But if you’re an overseas businessman or woman that deals in oil or diamonds or a super secret agent, the added protection may just be worth the money. Garrison […]
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Bargain Hunting: Rossi Single Shot Doves, easy on the wallet
by David HigginbothamLooking for a starter shotgun? Want something you can toss in the bottom of a canoe or the back of a truck without a care? Rossi makes inexpensive guns that can take a beating. And if they don't, you won't mind much.
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Daycare drug bust: Police discover drugs, money and gun
by Brent McCluskeyPolice found large quantities of drugs, money and a gun at a children’s daycare in the Parkchester section of the Bronx. One married couple used Fun World Childcare, a licensed daycare center, as a front for drug trafficking. Gregorio Hanley and his wife, Johanna Vasquez, who runs Fun World, were arrested during Thursday night along […]
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Gun Review: Glock 20 (VIDEO)
by David HigginbothamThe Glock 20 is a hammer. The 10mm round generates a tremendous amount of muzzle energy, and even in the automatic action of a hefty Glock, the recoil is brutal. But if your wrists can take it, the 10mm is a capable round. 200 grain bullets, moving at 1,100 fps. And the Glock 20 is one of the most ergonomic and intuitive 10mms available.
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Gear Review: Safariland ALS Holster (VIDEO)
by David HigginbothamSafariland is one of the leading names in duty gear. Their ALS holsters offer many options, and are ideal for full sized pistols. The lock holds guns secure, while allowing for safe and fluid draws. We have a paddle ALS in for review, one built for a Glock 20 with a SureFire light. And it is the perfect duty combination.
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Gear Review: SureFire X300 Ultra LED Weapon Light (VIDEO)
by David HigginbothamOne of the most basic tools of any shooter is light. We tend to take that for granted. Night sights are useful, but a good weapon light is even better. And SureFire makes some of the best. Their new X300 puts off 500 lumens in a stunning beam that will leave an adversary blinded by the white light.
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Gear Review: New ProMag-Saiga 12 15-Round Drum Magazine (VIDEO)
by David HigginbothamProMag makes some of the craziest magazines imaginable. Their Saiga 12 drum magazines really maximize the potential of the work horse AK platform shotguns and they're getting ready to launch a new 15-rounder.
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Gun Review: The New Glock 30S .45ACP (VIDEO)
by David HigginbothamThe market for compact .45 ACPs just got a little bit more diverse. And the Glock 30S has successfully raised the bar. This new offering is almost the exact same size as a Glock 19, but it's built for those of us who want a bit more punch than the traditional 9mm.
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SHOT Show 2013: New from Mossberg: 20 Gauge 500s (VIDEO)
by David HigginbothamI've long been a fan of the Mossberg 500 line. My first scatter gun was a Maverick, and my go-to now is a 590A1. But the middle ground, the 500 line, is the most versatile. And now they will be available in 20 gauge.
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