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History of the M1 Carbine in Police Use
Close up of an M1 Carbine receiver with magazine

History of the M1 Carbine in Police Use

Before the AR-15 became the default patrol rifle, the M1 Carbine quietly filled that role for decades — and its NYPD Stakeout Squad record remains one of the most remarkable stop-rate claims in police firearms history.

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How to Reload a Revolver: Single Index, Speed Strips, and Speedloaders
A revolver with two cartridges being loaded with a speed strip.

How to Reload a Revolver: Single Index, Speed Strips, and Speedloaders

Single index, speed strips, or speedloaders — Kevin Estela breaks down revolver reload methods and how to train them for speed.

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Picking the Right Training Target

Picking the Right Training Target

What to Know About Compensated Pistols

What to Know About Compensated Pistols

Hammerless or Hammer-fired? Why go DAO?

Hammerless or Hammer-fired? Why go DAO?

How to Train for the Adrenaline Dump, Not Just the Range

How to Train for the Adrenaline Dump, Not Just the Range

Safariland 575 Pro-Fit GLS IWB Holster: Full Review

Safariland 575 Pro-Fit GLS IWB Holster: Full Review

5 Common Hunting Mistakes (Even Experienced Hunters Make)

5 Common Hunting Mistakes (Even Experienced Hunters Make)

Handgun Size and Concealed Carry Accuracy

Handgun Size and Concealed Carry Accuracy

War HOGG Skill Builder #23: Pistol Light Switch Manipulation

War HOGG Skill Builder #23: Pistol Light Switch Manipulation

Bill Rogers: The Legend Behind Safariland Holsters

Bill Rogers: The Legend Behind Safariland Holsters

Mantis Pink Rhino Dry-Fire Red Dot Sight

Mantis Pink Rhino Dry-Fire Red Dot Sight

The Two-Deep Drill

The Two-Deep Drill

Mounting Standards: 2026 Guide to Red Dot Footprints

Mounting Standards: 2026 Guide to Red Dot Footprints

Mastering Tactical Movement: The Art of the Dynamic Defender

Mastering Tactical Movement: The Art of the Dynamic Defender

The Jug Demo

The Jug Demo

The Failure to Stop – A Legendary Drill

The Failure to Stop – A Legendary Drill

Defensive Shotguns 101, Part 7: Training

Defensive Shotguns 101, Part 7: Training

Applying Hick’s Law to Your Gear: Simplify to Win

Applying Hick’s Law to Your Gear: Simplify to Win

Stop Shooting in a Straight Line: The Case for Target Depth Training

Stop Shooting in a Straight Line: The Case for Target Depth Training

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