One Item You Wish You Had
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Are the flashlights issued by TPS and other departments inferior to say, a nice Fenix?
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bainne wrote:Toronto really doesn't issue hatch gloves? That's wild; let's do a search on an individual with needles, knives and substances all with the protection of rubber latex!
That's negligent...
Even cheap ass corrections issue's puncture resistant "search gloves"
I think we're entitled to at least one pair/year.
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Bitterman wrote:bainne wrote:Toronto really doesn't issue hatch gloves? That's wild; let's do a search on an individual with needles, knives and substances all with the protection of rubber latex!
That's negligent...
Even cheap ass corrections issue's puncture resistant "search gloves"
I think we're entitled to at least one pair/year.
Turtleskin search gloves aren't too expensive, I have a pair. I don't know why any dept wouldn't issue them.
All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing. -Edmund Burke
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Von wrote:Are the flashlights issued by TPS and other departments inferior to say, a nice Fenix?
Absolutely.
When things get bad, I take comfort in knowing they could always be worse.
When things get worse, I take comfort in knowing they can only get better.
When things get worse, I take comfort in knowing they can only get better.
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meathead1 wrote:Von wrote:Are the flashlights issued by TPS and other departments inferior to say, a nice Fenix?
Absolutely.
That surprises me. What does TPS issue? Maglites?
All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing. -Edmund Burke
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Not sure what TPS issues, but the OPP issues big 3 D cell flashlights that are from the 70's. They issue decent lights for your gunbelt, but I get better ones.
There was a saying in the military that's applicable to policing as well: Never forget your equipment is made by the lowest bidder.
Good equipment costs good money. A lot of people won't spend their own money on kit that police services should be providing. I'm not a fan of it either, but I won't put my life on the line to prove that point.
There was a saying in the military that's applicable to policing as well: Never forget your equipment is made by the lowest bidder.
Good equipment costs good money. A lot of people won't spend their own money on kit that police services should be providing. I'm not a fan of it either, but I won't put my life on the line to prove that point.
When things get bad, I take comfort in knowing they could always be worse.
When things get worse, I take comfort in knowing they can only get better.
When things get worse, I take comfort in knowing they can only get better.
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meathead1 wrote: I'm not a fan of it either, but I won't put my life on the line to prove that point.
Exactly.
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- flashlight , love my Fenix TK15
- leatherman or Ferber
However, found a $50 led flashlight at Lowes of all places, that is similiar to my Fenix in size and a touch brighter
- leatherman or Ferber
However, found a $50 led flashlight at Lowes of all places, that is similiar to my Fenix in size and a touch brighter
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I'm always glad to have Advil/Tylenol and those disposable hot pads in my duty bag. Relatively cheap when compared to a flashlight or knife, but definitely handy.
Depends on the person. While I'd appreciate a knife or quality flashlight as a gift, if it's something I could be staking my life on, I'm a bit particular about selection.
Depends on the person. While I'd appreciate a knife or quality flashlight as a gift, if it's something I could be staking my life on, I'm a bit particular about selection.
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Actually, I lied. I have a leatherman on my belt. I've never used it, but I remain convinced the day I take it off will be the day I need it.
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Not sure what TPS issues but Maglite (3 or 4 cell) would be a nice gift.
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When a colleague of mine left CBSA to join TPS, a bunch of us put some money in and got her a gift. It was a current issue hardbound Treemear's Criminal Code.
It wasn't for her to read, it was for her to sit on in the cruiser so she could see above the steering wheel.
It wasn't for her to read, it was for her to sit on in the cruiser so she could see above the steering wheel.
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TR wrote:Actually, I lied. I have a leatherman on my belt. I've never used it, but I remain convinced the day I take it off will be the day I need it.
Really?? I use mine at least once a block, if not more. Handy for taking plates off a car.
portcullisguy wrote:When a colleague of mine left CBSA to join TPS, a bunch of us put some money in and got her a gift. It was a current issue hardbound Treemear's Criminal Code.
It wasn't for her to read, it was for her to sit on in the cruiser so she could see above the steering wheel.
I would specifically avoid something like this as a gift. They are updated yearly, meaning your gift would be out of date in one year, and most offices have several sitting around.
When things get bad, I take comfort in knowing they could always be worse.
When things get worse, I take comfort in knowing they can only get better.
When things get worse, I take comfort in knowing they can only get better.
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meathead1 wrote:
Really?? I use mine at least once a block, if not more. Handy for taking plates off a car.
I just make the tow truck driver do that.
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TR wrote:meathead1 wrote:
Really?? I use mine at least once a block, if not more. Handy for taking plates off a car.
I just make the tow truck driver do that.
I must admit, back in my "For Hire" days...
... I use to remove plates for the Officers that were seizing plates, most plates came off fairly easily, others required the "bend up, bend down and repeat" removal action.On a topic related note... On my new (hopefully arriving in the next couple months) Flatbed, I'd love to get a set of those Go Jacks!
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