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Articles and podcast episodes on handheld and weapon-mounted lights, illumination tools, low-light tactics, search and identification, equipment selection, techniques, and training.
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
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
A firsthand after-action review of Talon Defense low-light handgun training, including equipment, handheld- and weapon-light techniques, drills, and practical lessons.
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 examines the allure and misunderstandings of pistol weaponlights with an experienced panel, practical context, equipment considerations, and training implications.
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
Questions to ask about sellers, builders, component identity, specifications, documentation, warranties, returns, provenance, and independent inspection before buying night vision.
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
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
I have been a SWAT dude for over 20 years, during that time I have seen huge advances in tactics, techniques and procedures as well as gear and supporting equipment. Indeed, I tell new guys that I wish I was starting my SWAT career today versus being at the end of it. We have come … Read more