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What does "high-speed, low-drag" mean to you? Is it the latest techno-whiz
gadget you can bolt onto our favorite firearm, or is it being able to make hits
on demand while using sound tactics? While marketing firms use the term "new
and improved" successfully, the fact that something is new does not necessarily
mean it is an improvement.
One example of this can be found in an article on surplus military
bolt-action rifles in this issue. While they may not be as "sexy" as more
modern firearms, Enfields and Mausers ruled battlefields of the past due to
their robust, reliable designs~Wand they are still capable of making one-shot
hits under combat conditions to this day.
On the other hand, advancements in weaponry can make the tactician's job
easier. Polymer-frame handguns, unheard of only a few decades ago, resist
corrosion problems and make handguns lighter and therefore more portable. This
issue contains two examples of high-tech designs with the Glock Model 37 and
the Kel-Tec P-3AT.
After all is said and done, however, "high-speed, low-drag" probably comes
down to mindset and using the best tactics available, tailoring them to the
specific situation. To that end we have also included an article on advanced
handgun tactics, and flashlight tactics for low-light encounters in this
issue.
You will find all of the above and much more in the current issue, including
all of our regular columns written by respected professionals.
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| The Briefing Room: |
| 2004 SHOT Show... |
| Denny Hansen |
| Enemy At The Gate: |
| This Hammer Is A Bust |
| Richard W. Stevens |
| Street Smarts: |
| It's All In The Details |
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| Brent Wheat |
| Training & Tactics: |
| The Eleventh Commandment |
| Louis Awerbuck |
| Up Close And Personal: |
| Working Around Vehicles |
| Jeff Gonzales |
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| The Cutting Edge: |
| Knives For Snipers |
| Leroy Thompson |
| The Gear Locker: |
| New Products and Accessories |
| Staff |
| Lawful Carry: |
| SOE CQB Subload and Spent Mag Pouch |
| Flint Hansen |
| Long Guns: |
| Black Hills' Tactical Ammunition |
| Leroy Thompson |
| Mail Room: |
| Letters from our Readers |
| Staff |
| Off Beat: |
| Snugpack Sleeping Bag |
| Brent Wheat |
| The Skunk Works: |
| Beamhit 190 PMTS |
| Eugene Nielsen |
| Training Calendar: |
| Get The Scoop on Upcoming Training Courses |
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Argonaut Armament AR-15/870 CQB Stock Adapter: An Answer In Search Of A Question?
Putting an AR-15 collapsible stock and then outfitting it with a full-length rail and optics makes a firearm that has a high "cool-guy" factor, but how does it really work? Find out in this no holds barred article.
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Flashlight Tactics: Light 'Em Up!
Fact: Most deadly force incident occur under low-light conditions. Before you can engage a potential adversary, you must first identify the threat, and the best way to do that is with a powerful flashlight. One of the preeminent instructors of our time discusses several techniques which may someday save your life. |
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Louis Awerbuck |
Women's Self-Defense: Shattering The Myths
"My husband, boyfriend, or male relative will protect me." This and other common myths surrounding the issue of women and self-defense are debunked in this thought-provoking feature. |
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Yalena Pawela |
S.W.A.T. Sweepstakes: Rock River Arms Government Model Carbine
A virtual twin to the carbine adopted by the DEA and FBI featured in the March issue of S.W.A.T., this carbine is loaded with extra features and accessories. Retail value over $2,200!
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Post-WMD Decontamination of Firearms and Equipment
Our world has changed drastically since September 11, 2001, and the possibility of an attack using weapons of mass destruction is a possibility. Find out how to decontaminate your vital equipment in this exposé. |
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Shawn Hughes |
New Kimber Ultra RCP II: Perfect Little .45?
This may be the smallest, lightest 1911-pattern .45 made. The words smooth, slick and handy come to mind but it's not quite perfect. |
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Robert Boatman |
Advanced Handgun Tactics: Prevail, Survive!
Tired of standard range drills? Are you ready for a class that really gets your heart rate up? If the answer to the previous is "yes," then you are ready for ITTS's Advanced Handgun Tactics course, taught by 27-year LAPD veteran Scott Reitz. Read all about it in this May issue.
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Joe Torre |
Street and Vehicle Tactics: Self-Defense Situations Around Vehicles
Outside of home and at work, most people spend more time in their vehicles than any other place. This article tells in detail how the vehicle can be a real lifesaver — or a metal coffin. |
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Joe Torre |
Battle Rifles On A Budget
Surplus military bolt-action rifles may be old, but they can still get the job done. The author takes a look at four readily available surplus rifles and found that many are capable of very good accuracy, even by modern standards.
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R.K. Campbell |
Glock's Model 37: Not What You Expected?
Larger than full-size 9mm and .40 Glocks, the final Model 37 is not quite what was described when it was initially announced. Chambered for a new cartridge (the .45 GAP) that is being looked at by many with a critical eye, only time will tell if the Model 37 will be a success.
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Rob Pincus |
Beware the Self-Proclaimed Expert
Within the last few years, firearms' training has become a literal cottage industry. And while there are many knowledgeable, capable instructors, there are others whose main concern in their pocketbook not your well-being. |
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Wes Doss |
Gunsite Veterans Class: Supporting The Warriors
The staff at Gunsite recently hosted the first of several free classes to our brave men and women who served their county Operation Iraqi Freedom and the War on Terror in Afghanistan. Read about it in the May issue. |
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Taser's New X26: The Ultimate Less-Lethal Weapon?
Smaller, lighter and with more features than previous models, the X26 Taser gives the officer on the street more options than ever before. A "civilian" version of the X26 is also slated for release. |
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Eugene Nielsen |
Kel-Tec's P-3AT
Just slightly larger than the popular Kel-Tec P-32, the new P-3AT fires the more powerful .380 ACP cartridge. Our tests found that the P-3AT is light, dependable, affordable and reliable. |
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Byron Quick |
First Annual Cop Donut-Eating Contest: For Fun And A Good Cause
Sponsored by International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association and Dunkin' Donuts, the proceeds from this event goes to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund in Washington, D.C. |
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Joe Torre |
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