Archive for May, 2009

May
27

Tampa PD to Trade Glocks for the M&P?

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smithwesson_mp40Though it has not yet been announced, it appears Tampa Police Department may be the latest law enforcement agency to move to the Smith and Wesson M&P pistol.  An insider to the deal said the contract is for “about 1,000 pistols.”

The police handgun market is, and probably always will be, a hot battleground for firearms manufacturers. Sales of dozens or hundreds of firearms to an agency is always good for the bottom line. Perhaps even more important to the manufacturer, citizens will frequently purchase the firearms they see their police officers carrying. Read More→

Categories : Pistols
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caldwell-e-max-02For years, I have always assumed that quality electronic hearing protection was beyond what most people were willing to spend.  Most electronic ear muffs seemed to start around $150 and go up from there.  After buying the Caldwell E-MAX electronic hearing protection, I know that there is a high-quality, reasonably priced alternative. Read More→

Categories : Misc Gear
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May
25

DeWalt 1AAT Flashlight Review

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The DeWalt 1AAT is a compact LED flashlight that throws a bright light for a reasonable price.  I recently had the chance to test one, and I was impressed.

dewalt-1aat-01I carried the 1AAT for two weeks as part of my normal attire.  I found the light to be very handy, and it concealed easily.  Using the included carry clip, the flashlight tended to ride up and off of my belt when sitting in a vehicle.  However, when I carried it in a front or back pocket in a manner similar to carrying a folding clip knife, I was happy to discover the 1AAT stayed in place and gave me no problems. Read More→

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sw_629_alaskaSmith and Wesson has introduced a commemorative model 629 revolver to celebrate Alaska’s 50th anniversary as a state.

The S&W 629 Alaska is chambered in .44 Magnum (of course!).  The 629 is a stainless steel revolver with 4″ barrel and a set of smooth wood grips.  On the sideplate is the laser engraved Alaska logo. Read More→

Categories : Revolvers
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As I posted earlier, Remington has announced the new 597 VTR rifle.  The 597 VTR is an AR-style rimfire rifle chambered for .22 LR.

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The Remington 597 VTR features: Read More→

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The Firearms Blog is reporting a new AR platform gun from Remington designed around the .22LR cartridge: the Remington 597 VTR.

The new gun is another in the series of Remington’s popular 597 rimfire rifles.  The 597 VTR is a black rifle using the A2-style stock, pistol grip, and other typical AR type configurations.  With the A2 stock MSRP is $445-479.

Additional options are available.

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