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Trijicon 1-8X28 Accupower
Photos by Jessie Indracusin Low-power variable scopes with illuminated reticles have grown in popularity in recent years. With…
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ADVANCED COMBAT CARBINE: Knight’s Armament SR-25 E2
Photos by Jessie Indracusin The Knight’s Armament SR-25 E2 Advanced Combat Carbine is a descendant of the M110…
TRAINING WITH THE BENGHAZI HEROES: Battleline Tactical Concealed Carry Class
Many heroes grace the pages of S.W.A.T. Magazine. Sometimes they teach classes. Other times they stand side-by-side with…
Successful Downsizing: Heckler & Koch VP9SK
In the spring of 2014, Heckler & Koch surprised the firearms world with the introduction of their striker-fired HK VP9. The gun was comfortable to shoot, accurate, customizable to users’ hands, reliable, and affordable. I am not sure that even HK was expecting the gun to be as big of a hit as it was.
REALISTIC FORCE-ON-FORCE: Ultimate Training Munitions Ammo
Ultimate Training Munitions (UTM) makes a wide variety of live-fire simulation training ammunition. This includes non-lethal training ammo,…
Rangemaster on the Road: Instructor Development Class
When it comes to defensive firearm training geared specifically toward private citizens, I feel confident in stating that Tom Givens is one of the best instructors in the U.S. I can say this because I have been in his class, and because he has had over 60 of his non-LEO students prevail in shooting encounters with criminals.
Match Made in Gun Heaven: Wilson Combat Hackathorn Special
When I heard that Wilson Combat was building a 1911 to the specs of premier tactical trainer Ken…
Last-Ditch Defense: Steve Tarani Edged Weapons Course
While a firearm may be considered the most effective tool for personal self-defense, there are times and places where firearms are not an option. This may be due to local laws, your local status, or problems with your firearm.
First Responder: Hardwired Tactical Shooting Pistol Class
The phrase “first responder” is overused. But the fact is that if you are present when violence erupts and threatens your safety, by default you become a first responder.
Home Invasion: Ken Hackathorn Defensive Shoot House Course
Many people think of home defense as barricading themselves in their bedroom with their family while calling the…