What does a police officer carry off duty? 

I'll start making sure I've got that extra mag with me

@@eckels_gear roger that!

Glock mags don’t have loose baseplates like Clint from thunder ranch told on that 1911 story, if there’s a malfunction ( not likely with a Glock) it’s not likely the rounds are messed up in the mag. I don’t feel undergunned going out for a quick trash run without a second mag

well sometimes i dont carry a extra mag, i try to carry the bare minimum

@@spencermichaelson1882 any mag can have a lose baseplate and malfunction of any brand. If you go by that thinking, you’re being naïve. I have no idea who you’re talking about but anyway, a quick trip to the mail box year maybe that’s fine. If I’m leaving far enough where I have to drive to get there, a spare mag is coming with me. You do what you want. This is just from many years of top of the line training speaking and I feel way better carrying a backup.

it's a great workhorse, always recommend it for the majority of people's first carry gun.

Appreciate it man

R-LEO here and that's a lot of stuff for off-duty, but... I would really like to sit down with you and have the opportunity to change your mind on extra mags? I see you take your LEO responsibilities very seriously, good for you! Never had much use for an LEO that didn't carry OD. Showed a lack of dedication and purpose. With that in mind and you being duty-bound to take action on serious and dangerous crimes that occur in your presence, those two extra mags may come in handy? Should you not need them, don't use them. However, if you do... No matter what gun I carry, I always have two additional loads on me. Mags cause stoppages and you may need to switch it out? You could inadvertently drop the mag? While OD you may stop to help a Brother Officer who is gun fighting alone? Anyway, thanks for what you do. It's younger LEOs like you we turn the profession over to and it is in good hands now.

Lol, only rooks & buffs would carry all this sht. I dont see a bottle opener anywhere on that table!

I recall. It was just different times. I still drop a J frame into pocket on a regular basis. God bless old cops.

thank you for your service, be safe

Same for me too dude

I think things might be shaping up for you guys out there due to Bruen.

Thankfully, I've had good luck with the S15 mags but I will definitely start making an effort to carry that extra mag.

@@eckels_gear Opinions are like but holes, everyone has one. You need to find what works for you and everyone will find something to critique.😜

My favorite so far is the We the People holsters. Fit me the best

I own a handful of Theis IWB holsters and one Kydex OWB. I cant say enough about them. His prices have certainly gone up but I believe they are the best built and most comfortable.

Lmao hit the gym that’s my plan 😅

Most do not begin to carry all that. You might as well be on the clock if you do!

Yessirrr

appreciate it brother

she's a solid little light

How much are you asking? I'm interested.

You seriously have no idea what you’re talking about “1 to 2” rounds to stop a threat? Have you seen any police shooting body cam or ANY of the thousands of videos showing someone being shot 5,6,7 times and still fighting?

@@jmuk3571 yeah, that’s what drugs do to you, i get 1-2 rounds may not “kill” someone but it’ll stop the threat. and you should carry 2 or 3 magazines in your car, now on a person maybe 1 magazine is fine, but you can never have to much magazines!

Bruh, cops spend approximately 53% of their income on energy drinks

Big brain time engaged

It's 3M Safety-Walk tape. Usually used to add texture on sidewalks but I really like the aggressive feel.

I ordered it during a big sale so I assume the turnaround time was just extended. Great holsters tho

Appreciate it

Many dont wanna wear one on duty, much less off. With a vest & all that gear, you're basically an on duty plainclothes single man unit... without your radio.

sounds like you need to move to a better state

@@eckels_gear Bro, if you really need all that sht, you def need to move too 😂😂😂😂

I wholeheartedly support and wish for every American citizen to have the right to carry whatever they please. The 2nd Amendment is very clear on this fact.

I'm not a officer of the law but red dots are a god send

@@920WASHBURN I agree....they have been an absolute game changer for me [over 50 with welders eyes] !

@@cottonmouth71 not LEO but wife is and she Carries RDS on duty gun and personal gun .. I prefer regular nights sights still as I have way more practice with them .

absolutely adore it. I keep a high grip and it prevents inadvertent slide locks

love their pants

@Eckels_Gear I need to sack up and buy a couple pair.

My department does not require it, nearby department does for their officers. Personally choose to because it is the smart thing to do.

@@eckels_gear thank you for the quick response

It's held up decently well over time. Gets beat up a lot so it has to be sharpened often. My Case and Benchmade's hold a better edge tho

I’ve had good luck for about 2 years with them. I did switch out the mag release when I got them initially Appreciate the comment

S15 mags are not 50/50. I have 6 each and they are have been perfect.

I think it all depends on each individual pistol. I have three of the S15 mags, and for me, I don't trust them for carry yet, I've had a few issues with mag drops. But I know a lot of people that have never had the first problem with them. One thing I've noticed, is that the older two-tone 43x's seem to be more problematic, I've heard there was a slight change in the specs when they went to the all black ones. All that said, I don't think it's fair to just say that all of the S15 mags are bad.

@@BlueRidgeCritter no that’s why I said 50/50 some run some don’t and that for me just don’t sit right for a gun you edc

Who is "everyone"? When they were brand new I admit they were a bit stiff and I did have a hangup or two on day one of usage. So I took them to work and used them for test firing (I work for an ammo company) daily and I haven't had one single problem since the first time I used them. Probably somewhere in the 1000 round range by now and they have proven to be reliable.

Never mind I should've watched a little more of the video and got the answer..😂❤

My state allowed 18 year olds to carry, not purchase. Sorry if I misspoke. We are now a Constitutional Carry state so no permit is need for 18 yrs old and up.

Appreciate the feedback, I believe there is a podcast that does something along those lines with two active officers. Very funny to watch

@@eckels_gear You are Welcome for the Feedback, thank you for the Tip, do you know the name of that Podcast? I am Training to be a Paramedic right now, and therefore am Interested in the EDC of all emergency personel, and this video ist one of the better produced that I've seen.

@@lubu260 Their instagram is "OnlyCopsOfficial" hope this helps

No

Thats me a knife or multi tool. If I don't have a spare mag, I carry a back up pocket lcp or model 49. Some people go too far.

Exactly, "blinders" & avoidance wins. Be a good witness is what they tell you...for a reason. Around 10yrs ago an off duty Nassau County Lieutenant, an off duty BATF agent & an off duty NYPD officer got into the mother of all clusterfck friendly fire incidents when they intervened in a robbery in Long Island. I just googled & reread it, but I have never forgotten it since it happened.

Keep a small one on my key ring

My father "bought" it for me. My state allowed carry at 18, just not allowed to purchase. Very dumb rule that doesn't make any sense.

We carry Federal 115 gr JHP 9mm

​@@eckels_gearare they standard pressure +P or +P+

I sold my 26 after buying the 43x which for me is much better. The fact the 43x doesn't take the 19/17, 26 mags is no big deal. I buy as many mags I want.

It's a downside for sure, but the 43X is still a great choice. Personal preference.

yes it does

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There is no law in my state that says you may not carry while sober in a bar. The bar may post rules that say firearms are not allowed but free men don't ask permission to exercise their rights. That being said, don't drink and carry a weapon. Then you're just an idiot.

I guess I’m just not trying enough

@@eckels_gear lol all good bro. Carrying excess weight has been normalized to the point that it’s expected rather than avoided. As a LEO I’m pretty sure you are at a higher likelihood of encountering a high stress situation that requires lots of running. It would tickle me silly to see our LEO’s be in shape enough to catch up with the bad guys instead of stopping short to catch a breath.

@@paulis7319 planning on doing a video soon discussing fitness standards for LE Real hot topic for me

@@paulis7319 The avg person we chased was late teens/20s, wearing t shirt & shorts & 160-180. Even rooks in their 20s are at a disadvantage, wearing so much gear & typically calling out location, description, direction & offense. Cops reflect the population & as we age its normal to gain a pound a year. In HS most guys were around 160ish (including me). In our 50s, most now are 220-250 & yeah, even with 4x/wk in gym & eating much less than 20s. You are right though, some dont even try to stay fit. They tend to get injured easier. I used to do wind sprints bcz it mimics real life. Going from nothing to a full sprint (breathe deep if you see it comin!).

@@antoniotula262 your last sentence is imperative to know for anyone going into law enforcement or the military, or even just a person who has a defensive nature of the people around them. I’m 52 and stay in shape...mostly for aesthetics but also for functionality (it never hurts to be a sexy old man lol). Breathing exercises are paramount to any training regime. Back in the 90’s it was called HIIT (high intensity interval training). Now I just call it being ready even while sleeping.