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2. Berns-Martin - Wikipedia

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   Because the Berns-Martin split-front holsters can only be used with revolvers (the rear loop of the trigger guard being engaged to grasp the revolver), [7] and the near universal adoption of semi-automatic pistols by American law enforcement in the 1980s, the split-front revolver holster has fallen out of favor with American police forces since ...

3. Handgun holster - Wikipedia

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   Law enforcement and military personnel wear these when a bulky vest or a full belt (as in the case of K9 officers) makes belt carry unhelpful, or when they want an alternative to another holster. Western style holsters of this type, known as buscadero holsters, were worn by many actors in Western films and TV shows set in the 1800s, even though ...

4. Concealed carry - Wikipedia

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   While most law enforcement officers carry their handguns in a visible holster, some officers such as plainclothes detectives or undercover agents carry weapons in concealed holsters. In some countries and jurisdictions, civilians are legally required to obtain a concealed carry permit in order to possess and carry a firearm.

5. Bulletproof vest - Wikipedia

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   These early vests could absorb the impact of handgun rounds such as .22 Long Rifle, .25 ACP, .32 S&W Long, .32 S&W, .380 ACP, .38 Special and .45 ACP traveling at speeds of up to 300 m/s (980 ft/s). [18] To overcome these vests, law enforcement agents began using the newer and more powerful .38 Super, and later the .357 Magnum cartridge.

6. Safariland - Wikipedia

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   Over 11 years, Armor Holdings acquired various brands in the law enforcement industry, including Safariland, [5] which was acquired in 1996. [6] In July 2007, BAE Systems acquired Armor Holdings, renaming the Armor Holdings Products Group the BAE Systems Product Group, of which Safariland was a part. In August 2008, this division was renamed ...

7. Second Chance (body armor) - Wikipedia

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   The United States Department of Justice advised law enforcement agencies to replace the vests used by police officers. On August 2, 2005, Second Chance was acquired by Armor Holdings, Inc. for US$45 million. In 2022, Ramin Bahrani directed a documentary film called 2nd Chance, based on Davis's life and company. It premiered at the Sundance Film ...