| |
 |
|
The War on Terror
continues with no end in the foreseeable future. I have heard some people ask
the rhetorical question, "When will it end?" Pampered and spoiled by modern
society, they want a quick fix to a very difficult problem. We would be wise to
remember the words of Thomas Jefferson who said, "The price of freedom
is eternal vigilance."
For most of us, the "War on Terror" lacks any distinctive
features that we can put a finger on but, to paraphrase Supreme Court Justice
Potter Stewart, we know it when we see it.
Others, however, are involved in fighting terrorists up
close and personal. These brave individuals include our soldiers on the front
lines who have taken the fight to the enemy. It also includes law enforcement
agencies at all levels that train to fight against evil forces on our own soil.
As we rapidly approach the third anniversary of September
11, this issue of S.W.A.T. has in-depth articles on fighting terrorism.
They include training for hostage rescue, preparing private security for
terrorist acts and exclusive articles on two elite units–the Department of
Homeland Security's Special Reaction teams and Greece's EKAM,
which is tasked with providing security for the Olympics.
If you've become bored with the typical gun magazine's "gun-of-the-month club" and want serious information on training, tactics and firearms, S.W.A.T. is what you've been waiting for.
|
 |
|
The Briefing Room:
|
|
The War On Terror
|
|
Denny Hansen
|
|
Enemy At The Gate:
|
|
When The Protectors Block The Defenders
|
|
Richard W. Stevens
|
|
Street Smarts:
|
|
Calming Techniques
|
|
Brent T. Wheat
|
|
Training & Tactics:
|
|
The Ferris-Wheel Firearms Circus
|
|
Louis Awerbuck
|
|
Up Close And Personal:
|
|
Faces In A Crowd
|
|
Jeff Gonzales
|
 |
| The Cutting Edge: |
|
Buck's Model 882 SBT Police Utility Knife
|
| Staff |
| The Gear Locker: |
| New Products and Accessories |
| Staff |
| Lawful Carry: |
|
Comp-Tac C.T.A.C. Holster
|
| Flint Hansen |
| Long Guns: |
|
The Shotgun In VIP Protection
|
| Leroy Thompson |
| Mail Room: |
| Letters from our Readers |
| Staff |
| Off Beat: |
|
Wiley-X Modular Ballistic Goggles
|
|
Denny Hansen
|
| The Skunk Works: |
|
SureFire's New L5 Digital LumaMax LED CombatLight
|
| Eugene Nielsen |
| Training Calendar: |
|
Find Out Where And When What Training Is Occurring
|
| Staff |
 |
|
Previous tables of contents and featured articles can be found in the Archives ...
check it out >>>
|
|
|
|
|
Click on the cover
image for an enlarged
screen shot of the
September 2004 Cover |
Defensive Edge's Armor/Instructor Course
This course teaches anyone how to take an AR-15 apart down to the last part, including the minuscule "C" clip that holds the dustcover in place. Next it's off to the range to learn how to instruct others on the rifle's proper usage.
|
|
|
Staff Report
|
Exclusive Report!:
Homeland Security ICE SRT Training
When the Department of Homeland Security decided to share the training conducted by the Immigration and Custom Enforcement branch's SRT teams with the public, only one magazine was trusted enough to call–S.W.A.T.. This report goes behind the scenes to give you a firsthand look. |
|
|
by Denny Hansen
|
S.W.A.T. Sweepstakes:
Robar Combat Shotgun
The September S.W.A.T. Sweepstakes features a custom built Robar combat Shotgun. The shotgun has many special features, including a SureFire fore end with integral tactical light. With a retail value of $1,250, you can't afford not to enter this month's S.W.A.T. giveaway! |
| Courtesy of S.W.A.T. Magazine |
 |
|
|
Select the image on the right for an enlarged screen shot of the September 2004 Table of Contents
|
Greece's EKAM:
Guardian of the Athens 2004 Olympic Games
The EKAM is on the front line in Greece's war on terror. This report
summarizes the unit's history, training, firearms and ancillary
equipment.
|
| by
Eitan Meyr
|
Rebuilding AR-15 Magazines:
Worth The Time And Expense?
With a little time and small outlay of cash, used AR-15 magazines will
not only be completely functional, they can be better than new.
|
| by
Tiger McKee
|
Hostage Rescue Training:
The SAS Way
When it comes to hostage rescue, the best in the world is arguably the
British SAS. Former SAS member Phil Singleton now shares hard-earned
his knowledge with others.
|
| by
Timothy Liess
|
Valtro Pistols:
Not Just Another Pretty Face
John Jardine builds his 1911 Valtro Pistols only one way–the right
way. Find out why his pistols may be the best in the world.
|
| by
Louis Awerbuck
|
Multi-Environment Camouflage:
Crye Associates' All Purpose Uniform
Pat Rogers goes directly to Crye Associates to find out if they have
invented a better mousetrap with their Multi-Cam uniform.
|
| by
Patrick A. Rogers
|
Para-Ordnance's New SSP:
An Improved 1911 Pistol?
With good looks and the new Para Power Extractor, the SSP has features
many want in an off-the-shelf pistol. While beauty is skin deep, ugly
goes all the way to the bone if one is talking about reliability. Find
out how the SSP stacked up.
|
| by
Denny Hansen
|
Private Security Preparing For Terrorism
Not content to place their lives in the hands of first responders
alone, some companies are going proactive, training their security
personnel how to respond to a threat.
|
| by
Capt. Brian C. Smith
|
Starlight Gun Cases:
When Only The Best Will Suffice
Those who travel with a firearm can tell horror stories about baggage
handlers and damaged firearms. If you want your gear to be in one
piece when you arrive at your destination, Starlight Cases may the
solution.
|
| by
Denny Hansen
|
|
|
