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From precise pistols to air rifles... to new training ideas for pro trainers
Hello from the SHOT Show 2016. With a limited amount of pages here, I know I'll just have to test all of the great products I got to see. But here are some of the stand outs...
Flashlights
Coast flashlights are known for their focusing heads. The Coast TX9R is a rechargeable, 300 lm flashlight with a lockable beam focusing capability. It delivers about seven hours of service at its highest setting. This particular type of beam does a great job penetrating fog and smoke. Like many of their products, it can use four AAA cells with the optional module.
On the extreme side for law enforcement lights, the Streamlight ProTac HL 4 delivers 2,200 lumens, 30,000 candela which translates into a 346-meter beam (1.45 hours runtime on high). This is basically a handheld searchlight. The beam is more floodlight than concentrated center, which loans itself nicely for high risk ops that require beam periphery. It uses 18650 cells or CR 123 cells, depending on the purpose of the user. I like 18650 cells, especially since Streamlight also introduced a USB/ AC dual charger for them. Let's say your search for a suspect went from city limits to a nearby wooded area. Let's say the operation extended way past your shift. This is the light.
Last year, Streamlight introduced the TLR 6 for Glock 42 and 43 models. This is a tiny light and laser aiming module that fits on the trigger guard. It's completely out-of-the-way, yet allows for really intuitive manipulation. This year, the system has increased in flexibility with a Weapons Kit. This consists of a TLR 6 module and six different housings for various firearm platforms. Since they have one for an M&P Shield, I get to use one too.
Guns and ammo
Ruger released the Ruger American pistol. It comes in 9mm and .45. There is a 10- and 17-round version in 9mm and a 10-round .45 version. I put a few rounds downrange with the .45, which was very easy to handle. The recoil reducing barrel cam and ergonomic design really work for me. I anticipate that this gun will receive outstanding reviews. Interestingly, when...