(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) There’ve been two major developments in the world of Taser. First, the Arizona-based company has announced it is changing its name to Axon, after its line of body cameras. Second, it’s launching a new program to equip every police officer in the United States with one of said body cameras — along with the accompanying hardware, software, […]
Actually Listening to End-Users: Trijicon
(Article courtesy of Breach Bang Clear) Actually Listening to End-Users: Trijicon How many times has a product come out that made you say, “What the hell were they thinking?” Experienced shooters can quickly spot a bad product, marketing ploy or something that serves no purpose other than to look good. Trijicon wants to change the […]
The Soldier’s Ideal Strength
How strong does the soldier or special operator need to be? There is a great deal of ignorance and stupidity proffered across the internet these days regarding this subject. After 20 years of research, coaching, and training all over the world, I have a definitive answer for you. But first I wish to address the subject […]
Self-defense for Sheep
by BRANTLEY HARGROVE of Texas Monthly Inside a tidy, two-story brick house on a cul-de-sac in an upscale neighborhood in the suburbs of Dallas, Clint Emerson turned his back on me and raised his hands above his head. I lifted the Ruger 9mm pistol he had handed me moments before and pointed the barrel between his shoulder […]
Off-Roading in the US Army’s New Chevy Colorado ZH2
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Car lovers will no doubt have heard about the Chevrolet Colorado ZH2, a new truck developed by General Motors in conjunction with the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) to test the viability of hydrogen-powered vehicles in military missions. Well, now there’s actual footage of this beast in action, courtesy of […]
Flimmuur Tactical MS2000 Strobe pouch
For some time we have followed the progress and achievements of a small UK gear manufacturer, Flimmuur Tactical. His Facebook page was the only source of information on his products and work. Until recently he opened up an Instagram account too. Anyway, he is one of those individuals who makes outstanding looking gear exclusively to […]
EDC Bag By First Tactical: Summit Side Satchel
The majority of the population that has adopted a lifestyle of carrying are naturally going to look for gear that is made to help them merge their profession with their EDC lifestyle. Tactical functionality in everyday gear is becoming increasingly popular in the EDC community. But the problem is that the most of the time […]
Navy SEAL Team 6 operators are testing special headsets to help them maintain ‘peak performance’
US Navy Special Operators from SEAL Team 6 will be testing new communication headsets that are supposed to maintain their peak performance during operations. The Commander of all Naval Special Operations asked industry leaders at a conference in Washington, D.C. to develop and demonstrate technologies that offer “cognitive enhancement” capabilities to boost his elite forces’ […]
Sig Sauer Expands SIG HT Line with New 308 Win Cartridge
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Sig Sauer’s SIG HT hunting line is now available in .308 Win, the New Hampshire-based company has announced. Boasting an all-copper bullet that delivers deep penetration and maximum terminal ballistic performance, SIG HT ammo is a great choice in general for taking down various types of game on your hunt. RELATED STORY: 6 Types of […]
Glock Professional Launches the Glock Operator Training Course
(Article courtesy of Tactical Life) Glock Professional, a training division of the Austria-based pistol powerhouse that provides classes geared towards LEOs, military, licensed security and other personnel, has expanded its list of available courses with its new Glock Operator Training Course. RELATED STORY: The $13 Glock Trigger Upgrade That’s Actually Worth It An intense, two-day shooting class, the Glock Operator Training Course was […]