Jim Davis served in the PA Dept. of Corrections for 16 ½ years as a corrections officer in the State Correctional Institute at Graterford and later at SCI Phoenix. He served on the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT), several of those years as a sniper, and also the Fire Emergency Response Team (FERT). For 25 years, he was a professional instructor, teaching topics including Defensive Tactics, Riot Control and Tactical Operations, Immediate Responder, and cognitive programs as an adjunct instructor at the DOC Training Academy. He was then promoted to the title of corrections counselor, where he ran a caseload and facilitated cognitive therapy classes to inmates. His total service time was close to 29 years. He was involved in many violent encounters on duty, including incidents of fatalities. He is a dedicated Christian and attributes any skills that he has to the glory of God.

Colt Vs. Ruger: Who Makes A Better .22 Pistol?

Most of us have heard of Colt and Ruger. Both names have become synonymous with quality and reliability. But, when taken head-to-head, does one company's .22 offering outperform the other? Let's take a look.

HK USP Compact Vs. Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro

Is it fair to compare the HK USP Compact to the Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro? After all, the USP Compact was introduced in 1996, and the Hellcat Pro was only recently introduced and is fairly new on the market.

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Striker-fired pistols are a breed of their own. Here's some tips and tricks on how to clean your striker-fired pistol and get through the process safely and efficiently.

The Colt Huntsman: An In-Depth Look

Every time I pick this Huntsman up, it takes me back to that evening when my dad was first shooting this pistol. I can still see and hear it in my mind; I can still feel the excitement of that day. That memory is followed by hundreds of others, from the times when we took this pistol to the range for fun shooting sessions. My dad is gone now, but the memories and the pistol remain.

Galco Summer Comfort IWB Holster: An In-Depth Review

Because the holster will fit four different types of handguns, it gets very high marks in the versatility area that few other holsters will be able to brag about. I have very few complaints about the holster, and at $84.99, it's a solid buy.

Milled vs Stamped AK Receivers

An AK is an AK, right? Not really. In the Kalashnikov realm, milled vs stamped AK receivers have unique features to each. Here are the intricacies of stamped and milled AK receivers.

Is .308 Better Than .30-06?

The .308 and .30-06 are similar cartridges in a lot of areas. Does one really stand out from the other? Let's find out if one is better and dig into their characteristics.

Steel vs Brass Casing: Material Matters

There are many pros and cons to steel vs brass casing ammunition. Regardless of what camp you're in, if you're in a camp, they each have a purpose. Let's discuss each and see which fits your needs more.

Best Civilian Sniper Rifles

When looking for the best civilian rifles, there's more to just buying one than meets the eye. Here's some considerations if you're looking at getting a sniper rifle for your collection.

Direct Impingement vs Piston Driven Systems

Direct impingement vs piston are two types of common rifle gas systems. Here's the pros and cons of each and what to know about what makes each on work.

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