Weapon-Light Beam Comparison at 17 Yards
A controlled indoor comparison of six light beam patterns at 17 yards, including SureFire, Cloud Defensive, Modlite, and Streamlight models.
Low Light/Use of Light/Flashlights
Articles and podcast episodes on handheld and weapon-mounted lights, illumination tools, low-light tactics, search and identification, equipment selection, techniques, and training.
Carrying Light With Firearms
This is an older picture and some EDC items have changed but the concept remains a constant. There seems to be a misconception that a weapon mounted light is mandatory for edc. I do require them on my in-uniform duty weapons, but there is a difference in tasks and expectations between an on duty police … Read more
Something About Shooting in the Dark
Up front I need to let you know that this isn’t going to be another article on how to hold your flashlight. There are probably around three thousand of those already. This article is a direct result of the shenanigans I see on the range when the sun goes down. This quarter is our annual … Read more
Talon Defense Low-Light Handgun Class AAR
A firsthand after-action review of Talon Defense low-light handgun training, including equipment, handheld- and weapon-light techniques, drills, and practical lessons.
Pistol Eye Dominance, Zero, and Low-Light Aiming
How eye dominance, sight zero, and reduced light affect pistol aiming—and how to diagnose each issue without confusing equipment problems with technique.
P&S ModCast 128 — The Allure and Misunderstandings of Pistol Weaponlights
P&S ModCast 128 examines the allure and misunderstandings of pistol weaponlights with an experienced panel, practical context, equipment considerations, and training implications.
Legal Aspects of Warrant Service with NVG
Editor’s note: This article reflects information available when it was originally published. Laws, policies, products, personnel, technical standards, and recommended practices may have changed. Verify time-sensitive details through current authoritative sources before relying on them. One of the things I like best about being a travelling instructor is meeting cops from all over the place … Read more
Buying Night Vision and Thermal Equipment Safely
Questions to ask about sellers, builders, component identity, specifications, documentation, warranties, returns, provenance, and independent inspection before buying night vision.
LMS Defense Night Vision Fundamentals Course with Daniel Bales: AAR
After Action Report Course: LMS Defense Night Vision Fundamentals Course Instructor: Daniel Bales Host facility: LMS Defense Combat Development Center Location: Fernley, Nevada Course length: 1 day *In the interest of complete transparency: I am a part time employee of LMS Defense and have worked for them as an RSO on several occasions. In addition … Read more
Night Vision Quick Focus Caps
Using NVG’s for a multitude of Law Enforcement tasks presents some challenges from typical white light jobs. One of those challenges is that the NVG is focused at a given distance, typically at infinity. The problem with this is when you need to see or examine something at close range. This requires that the NVG … Read more