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Reload Strips

Tuff Products’ QuickStrip keeps rounds together & aids in their chambering
It’s almost universal that an officer carries two reloads on the uniform, whether spare magazines or speedloaders for the revolver. Most officers will have spare ammo in their briefcase, jump bag and, if they have a take-home car, in the trunk.

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Reload Strips

It’s almost universal that an officer carries two reloads on the uniform. Most officers will have spare ammo in their briefcase, jump bag and, if they have a take-home car, in the trunk.

The Portrait of Sgt. Grey

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Know the Enemy & Know Yourself

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Heroic Cynicism

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Reload Strips

Paul Laska

It’s almost universal that an officer carries two reloads on the uniform. Most officers will have spare ammo in their briefcase, jump bag and, if they have a take-home car, in the trunk.

In Memoriam

Arrests in Killing of Las Vegas Officer

"His death is considered to be in the line of duty, since he pulled his weapon," Officer Barbara Morgan said.

Bullethead

Bullethead: Rejection Detection

Bullethead

Be honest with yourself about the reasons why departments may be turning you down, over and over again.