Ruger American® Rifle Hunter (Model 26999, .308 Win)

• Caliber: .308 Winchester

• Action: Bolt-action, three-lug bolt with 70° throw

• Capacity: 5 rounds (Magpul® PMAG® 7.62 AC)

• Barrel: 22″ (55.9 cm) stainless steel, matte black; threaded 5/8″-24 with flush cap

• Overall Length: 43.25″ – 45.25″ (with spacers)

• Length of Pull: 13″ – 15″ (adjustable via spacers)

• Twist Rate: 1:10″ RH, 5-groove

• Weight: 9.3 lb (4.22 kg) unloaded

• Stock: Magpul® Hunter American (fully adjustable LOP & comb height)

• Trigger: Ruger Marksman Adjustable™, 3–5 lb pull

• MSRP: $1,019 USD (Ruger)

Variants are also available in 6.5 Creedmoor (Model 26983, 20″ or 22″ barrel) and .270 Win (Model 26998, 22″ barrel) with similar specs and MSRP around $1,019–$1,099 (Ruger, Ruger).

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Browning X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Long Range

For Short-Action calibers (e.g., 6.5 PRC, .300 Win Mag) and Long-Action (7 mm Rem Mag, .280 Ackley)

• Action Length: Short Action (6.5 PRC, .270 WSM, .300 WSM) or Long Action (7 mm Rem Mag, .280 Ackley)

• Calibers: 6.5 PRC, .270 WSM, .300 WSM, 6.8 Western, 7 mm Rem Mag, .280 Ackley

• Barrel: 26″ steel, heavy sporter contour, 5/8″-24 threading; Cerakote burnt bronze finish

• Twist Rate: 7″ (6.5 PRC), 10″ (.270 WSM/.300 WSM), 7½″ (6.8 Western), 8″ (7 mm Rem Mag/.280 Ackley)

• Overall Length: 46″ (Short Action) or 46¾″ (Long Action)

• Weight: 7 lb 3 oz (Short Action); 7 lb 8 oz (Long Action)

• Capacity: 3 round detachable box magazine

• Stock: Composite A-TACS AU; Inflex® recoil pad

• MSRP: $1,359.99 – $1,399.99 USD (browning.com)

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Savage 110 Ultralite

• Calibers: .308 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, .280 Ackley Imp, .270 Win

• Action: Bolt-action, factory-blueprinted; AccuTrigger® adjustable

• Barrel: 22″ PROOF Research carbon-fiber–wrapped stainless steel; threaded 5/8″-24

• Twist Rate: 1:10″ RH (all calibers)

• Overall Length: 42.5″ (all calibers)

• Weight: 5.85 lb (2.65 kg) unloaded

• Capacity: 4 round detachable box magazine

• Stock: Grey AccuFit® synthetic with adjustable length-of-pull & comb height

• MSRP: $1,699 USD (Savage Arms)

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GLOCK 19 Gen5 FS (Compact 9×19 mm Luger)

• Caliber: 9 × 19 mm Luger

• Action: Safe Action® striker-fired

• Capacity: Standard 15 rnd; optional 17 / 10 / 24 rnd

• Barrel Length: 102 mm (4.02 in)

• Overall Length: 185 mm (7.28 in)

• Width: 34 mm (1.34 in)

• Height: 128 mm (5.04 in)

• Weight: 610 g (21.52 oz) unloaded; 855 g (30.16 oz) loaded

• Trigger Pull: 26 N

• Frame: Polymer with ambi slide stop & reversible mag catch; no finger grooves

• MSRP: $539 – $599 USD (GLOCK)

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Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 (Standard Polymer)

• Caliber: 9 mm

• Action: Striker-fired, semi-auto, locked breech

• Capacity: 17 + 1 rnd

• Barrel Length: 4.8″ (122 mm) stainless steel, 1:10″ twist

• Overall Length: 8.5″ (216 mm)

• Height: 5.5″ (140 mm)

• Width: 1.3″ (33 mm)

• Weight: 30 oz (850 g) unloaded

• Sights: Three-dot tritium night sights; optics-ready CORE system

• Trigger: Performance Center enhanced sear, 4 lb break

• MSRP: $999 USD (An Official Journal Of The NRA)

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SIG Sauer P320 X-Carry (Carry X, 9 mm)

• Caliber: 9 mm Parabellum

• Action: Striker-fired, semi-auto

• Capacity: 17 rnd

• Barrel Length: 3.9″ (99 mm)

• Overall Length: 7.4″ (188 mm)

• Height: 5.5″ (140 mm)

• Width: 1.3″ (33 mm)

• Weight: 27 oz (765 g) unloaded

• Sights: X-Ray3 front; night-sight rear; plate for red-dot optics

• Frame: Polymer X-Series grip module; M1913 accessory rail

• Slide: Nitron-finished stainless steel, front/rear serrations

• Trigger: Flat X-Series, 6 lb pull

• MSRP: $862 USD (handgunsmag.com)

 

Study Report: Last Known Use of Standard Police Pistols

Internal Review & Firearms Market Reference

recent field use of standard police sidearms

focusing on models available through ImpactGuns.com, and provide real-world context through notable law enforcement case studies

in North America from 2018–2025.

Glock 17 & Glock 19 Gen5

Case: NYPD | Ongoing Use

New York Police Department 

Active use since 2017-present
Glock 19 Gen5 MOS platform adopted as standard-issue sidearm. Officers cite ease of use, consistent trigger pull, and high magazine capacity as major benefits.

Involved in officer-involved shooting (Queens, Jan 2024), resulting in rapid suspect apprehension due to low recoil and reliable follow-up shots.

 

2. SIG Sauer P320 (M17 & XCarry variants)

Case: Texas Department of Public Safety

 2021
 Active shooter response, El Paso Mall incident (Sept 2022)

Officers using P320 XCarry engaged the shooter at mid-range; after-action reports emphasized modularity, optics capability, and excellent handling in high-stress situations.
 Having optics-ready slides made a tactical difference in visibility during movement.”

 

Smith & Wesson M\&P9 M2.0

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept.

In service since 2019 (varies by precinct)
Chosen for improved ergonomics over earlier Glock models.
Involved in foot pursuit and arrest (South Central LA, Aug 2023).

 

Report Summary

Officers reported excellent trigger feel and reliable target acquisition during mobile engagement.

Beretta 92FS / M9

Case: U.S. Federal Marshals / Legacy Departments

Phased out by most agencies post-2019, but still in limited use
Documented in warrant-serving detail (Chicago, March 2020)
Agents cited reliable double-action safety but noted its heavier frame as a disadvantage compared to modern polymer pistols.

 

5. Walther PDP

Case: Florida Highway Patrol – Field Evaluation

Evaluation Period 2023–2024
Trial Results**: Officers praised PDP’s factory trigger and red-dot readiness
*Use Scenario: Vehicle pursuit (Orlando, Jan 2024), firearm deployed in roadside arrest.
 Preferred among officers transitioning from M\&P platforms.

Glock 199mmPrimary duty & off-dutyFBI, LAPD, NYPDCompact size, high reliability, optics-ready optionsGlock 22.40 S&WUniformed patrolState Police, Highway PatrolHigher capacity, .40 stopping powerSig Sauer P3209mmStandard dutyU.S. Military, DHSModular chassis, M17/M18 military variantSmith & Wesson M&P99mmGeneral duty & tacticalICE, Local PDsErgonomic design, ambidextrous controlsFN 5099mmDuty & SWAT useLAPDMilitary trial-tested, high durability

Summary Table – Field Use Comparison

| Firearm | Agency/Use Case | Year | Notes |
| --------------------- | ----------------------------- | ---- | ------------------------------------------ |
| Glock 19 Gen5 | NYPD / Suspect Apprehension | 2024 | Trusted for reliability and recoil control |
| Sig Sauer P320 XCarry | TX DPS / Active Shooter | 2022 | Red-dot optic made tactical difference |
| M\&P9 M2.0 | LASD / Pursuit & Arrest | 2023 | Comfortable and smooth trigger |
| Beretta 92FS | US Marshals / Warrant Serving | 2020 | Still effective but heavier |
| Walther PDP | FL Highway Patrol / Arrest | 2024 | High praise for out-of-box performance |

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Conclusion

All firearms listed are **field-proven**, with modern duty pistols like the **Glock 19 Gen5**, **SIG P320**, and **M\&P9 M2.0** continuing to dominate due to modularity, reliability, and red-dot compatibility. The data supports their inclusion in tactical kits for **law enforcement and private security operations**.

 

Standards for Classifying Gun Services as Essential

Federal Guidelines

The Department of Homeland Security has declared firearms manufacturers & gun retailers "essential businesses" during emergency situations. This federal designation provides the primary framework for essential service classification in the firearms industry.

Key Criteria for Essential Service Status

1. Public Safety and Security

• A lot of people may find themselves in situations where they may need to be their own first responders
• Support for law enforcement and military personnel who require equipment and services
• Maintaining civilian access to constitutional rights during emergencies

2. Critical Infrastructure Support

• Firearms manufacturing for government contracts
• Security services for other essential businesses
• Supporting the defense industrial base

3. Operational Standards During Essential Service Designation

When classified as essential, gun services must meet specific operational requirements:

• Social distancing still applies in gun shops
• Gun shop operators are permitted to open by appointment only
• Continued compliance with all federal firearms regulations
• Gun law are not relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic

State-Level Variations

The designation of gun services as essential can vary by jurisdiction:

• Should gun stores be considered essential? remains a debate among state and local leaders
• Some states have their own criteria beyond federal guidelines
• Local emergency orders may impose additional restrictions

Regulatory Compliance Requirements

Essential firearms services must maintain:

• Valid Federal Firearms License (FFL)
• Compliance with ATF regulations and inspections
• Background check systems operational
• Proper record-keeping and inventory management
• Safety protocols for employees and customers

Business Continuity Standards

To maintain essential service status, firearms businesses typically must demonstrate:

• Ability to serve law enforcement and military customers
• Maintenance of critical security functions
• Support for constitutional rights access
• Compliance with health and safety emergency protocols

The essential service designation primarily emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic but has established precedents for future emergency situations where civilian access to firearms and related services might be restricted.