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Safariland holster retention levels explained: ALS vs SLS vs Level I to III. A retention level is the number of hand movements needed to draw.
Safariland Holster Retention Levels Explained: ALS vs SLS vs Level 1 to 3
With 64 officers feloniously killed in 2024 per FBI LEOKA, retention holsters save lives. Understand Safariland ALS vs SLS and Levels I to III for patrol duty. Read more...
How to choose tactical duty boots for law enforcement: sole, toe, height, waterproofing, weight, and fit. Lightweight boots run 2 to 4 pounds per pair.
How to Choose Tactical Duty Boots for Law Enforcement
The right duty boot comes down to six things: slip-resistant sole, safety toe, height, waterproofing, weight, and fit. Here is how to choose, with the safety ratings decoded. Read more...
How to set up a police duty belt: load order, weight, and layout. Fully loaded belts weigh 20 to 25 pounds.
How to Set Up a Police Duty Belt: Load Order, Weight and Layout
Step-by-step guide to police duty belt setup. CDC data shows 48% of officers report back pain from belt wear — the right load order protects your career. Read more...
Police, sheriff, and military patch placement guide. Shoulder patches sit about 1 inch below the seam; the flag goes on the right shoulder with stars forward.
Police, Sheriff, and Military Patch Placement: A Practical Guide
Shoulder patches sit about 1 inch below the seam, and the American flag goes on the right with stars forward. A full police, sheriff, and Army (AR 670-1) placement guide. Read more...
Class A dress uniform vs Class B duty uniform comparison — Code 4 Uniforms field guide
Class A vs Class B Police Uniforms: What's the Difference? (2026)
Class A is the formal dress uniform for ceremonies, court, and funerals; Class B is the durable, home-launderable duty uniform for daily patrol. Here's how fabric, adornments, and wear rules... Read more...
How to press military creases into a uniform: three creases on the shirt back and two on the front, plus one centered crease per trouser leg.
How to Press Military Creases Into Your Uniform
A military press means three creases on the shirt back, two on the front, and one centered crease per trouser leg. Here is the step by step way to press... Read more...