Duty Gear

Now you can use your favorite earphones on patrol

A new wireless adapter pairs your portable police radio and favorite earpieces

7 investments worth every penny for law enforcement

Since the average cop's budget often comes down to pennies, what expenditures of our personal funds are truly worth the investment?

Spotlight: VirTra, the leader in innovative police training solutions

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VirTra

VirTra offers a full line of the very best judgmental use-of-force training simulators

4 sharp things from SHOT Show 2021

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While the event is being held virtually this year, I did get my hands on some products – check out these new knife offerings

A review of police holsters from Aker International

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There’s a short list of companies who specialize in quality leather gear for law enforcement – among the most popular is Aker International

Don’t bring home the stink – why you need an odor eliminating spray

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This all-natural odor eliminator is safe for body armor and around kids, pets and K-9s

Looking for your next blade? Here are 3 sharp options

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A knife can be invaluable in so many scenarios, both on the job and off duty

Blackhawk's S.O.L.A.G. Recon Glove offers protection and dexterity

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This duty glove is designed for high-risk entries, where protection is required beyond that of a standard patrol glove

Maintaining your Glock pistol

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What you need to do in order to keep your Glock pistol running well

7 essential tools every K-9 handler needs

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Do you have the right gear to outfit, train and reward your K-9 – or family pet – successfully?

Why you should wear your ballistic helmet

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You've got one head you've got to keep and a ballistic helmet can help you accomplish that, but only if you wear it, says risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham in this tip.

Get more tips from Gordon here.

Why I wear a Safe Life Defense vest: One officer’s story

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Learn how Tommy, the cop behind Free Field Training on YouTube, put the vests to the test and found them capable of stopping a variety of threats

SF chief bans 'thin blue line' face masks

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Chief Bill Scott told officers he considered the masks a "meaningful expression," but worried that some may see them as "divisive and disrespectful"

How to disinfect police duty gear after a potential coronavirus exposure

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To stay healthy and protect your family, you should disinfect your duty gear and uniform after each shift

What is the condition of your duty gear?

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Maintaining all the gear you carry on your duty belt or load-bearing vest is an essential part of officer safety. Follow these tips from risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham to make sure the tools you carry will work when you need them most.

Get more tips from Gordon here.