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One of our basic missions at S.W.A.T. is to rebuild the bridge between law enforcement and law abiding gun owners; a bridge that the anti-gun element has tried to burn down for years. With that in mind, it is our honor to feature one of America's oldest, most versatile and most respected law enforcement agencies–the United States Marshal Service-on the cover of this issue. Long before any of the alphabet soup agencies existed, U.S. Marshals were on the front lines bringing fugitives to justice; and they still are.
Also in this issue are six articles on weapons and accessories. As always, you can depend on S.W.A.T. for honest, factual reviews instead of flowery, gun-of-the-month-type articles.
As a special bonus for the May issue, we are proud to present the First Annual S.W.A.T. Buyer's Guide. At the recent S.H.O.T. Show in Las Vegas, the S.W.A.T. Staff scoured the hundreds of vendor booths to present this valuable resource guide. We're sure you'll find something, probably many things, of interest in it.
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The Briefing Room:
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S.W.A.T. Bigger Than Ever And Easier To Find
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Denny Hansen
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Enemy At The Gate:
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How To Spot A Dying Liberty
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Richard W. Stevens
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Frontline Debriefs:
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Use Clean Lines
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Scott Reitz
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Street Smarts:
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Too Much Of A Good Thing
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Brent T. Wheat
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Training & Tactics:
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Are You A Man Or A Mouse?
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Louis Awerbuck
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Up Close And Personal:
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Artificial Stress
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Jeff Gonzales
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| The Gear Locker: |
| New Products and Accessories |
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| Lawful Carry: |
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BlackHawk STRIKE Gear
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| Long Guns: |
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A Pair Of Bushmaster Carbines
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| Mail Room: |
| Letters from our Readers |
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| Off Beat: |
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Crye MultiCam Field Uniforms
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Eugene Nielsen
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| The Cutting Edge: |
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M.O.D. Scorpion Neck Knife
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| Training Calendar: |
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Find Out Where And When What Training Is Occurring
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Previous tables of contents and featured articles can be found in the Archives ...
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Mesa Tactical AR Stock Adapter Kits:
Shotbine or Carbgun?
Fitting AR-15-type stock to shotguns has become a popular modification in the last few years. While some are very well made, others serve no other purpose than to put money into a manufacturer's pocket. Find out which category the Mesa Tactical stock fits into.
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by Louis Awerbuck
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Manhunters:
Inside the United States Marshal's Service
Deputy U.S. Marshal Chris Barfield takes the reader behind the scenes into one of the oldest and most respected law enforcement agencies. A lot has changed since the days when men like Wyatt Earp wore a Marshals badge, but the dedication to the public they serve has not.
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by Chris Barfield
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The Role of Competitive Shooting in Firearms Training
Competition, while not tactical training, can complement your skill development for certain key things. Find out if competition can help you.
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by Ron Avery
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S.W.A.T. Sweepstakes:
Win a Training Course at Valhalla
The scenario ranges at Valhalla are unlike any others on the planet, and after successful completion, students get more than a certificate to hang on their walls. One lucky winner will receive a gift certificate for any scheduled two-or three- day course at Valhalla, which include lodging, tuition and ammunition. This month's sweepstakes has a retail value of up to $2,000!
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Para-Ordnance Lt. Colonel:
Mid-Size, Big Performance...
While Para-Ordnance is best known for their "wide-body" high capacity pistols, they also make more traditional 1911-type pistols with single stack magazines such as the Lt. Colonel. Find out how the Lt. Colonel performed after 1,000 rounds without cleaning.
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Staff Report
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SureFire's M73 Rail:
Efficient and Economical
Not everyone needs a rail on an AR-15-type rifle or carbine. But for those who do, they have a wide variety to choose from, ranging from high quality to junk. Find out why the author liked the SureFire rail and feels it fit a niche in the burgeoning accessory market.
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Patrick A. Rogers
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ShootRite Firearms Precision Rifle Course:
Training For Every Eventuality
From shooting in awkward positions to shooting after running up several flights of stairs to firing in low light conditions, the Shootrite Precision Rifle Course taught students to be prepared for any eventuality.
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Frank Buckley
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Return of the M14
The M14 has been called by some, "the last American service rifle." Find out why the rifle itself, along with a plethora of aftermarket accessories, is making a comeback.
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Greg Rodriguez
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Ruger's KP345:
Rugged, Reliable, Ergonomic
Ruger has come up with a new, polymer .45-caliber handgun. Discover why the Ruger KP345 may be an excellent choice for your carry or home defense needs.
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Paul Scarlatta
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DSA's Z4GTC Carbine:
AR Ergonomics, FAL Reliability
The AR-15 is known for its superior ergonomics. The FAL is known for being reliable in the extreme. A new rifle from DSA, the Z4GTC, attempts to combine the best feature s of both rifles. Find out how it performed in an 800 round torture test.
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Denny Hansen
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