The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Back-up weapons!!

Mikey · July 9, 2002, 09:56 AM

We can carry almost anything we can qualify with. The main duty weapon is issued but the backup(s) are at the descretion of the officer, within reason (must be approved by Captain).

I wonder why any department would NOT allow a backup. Can you shed some light?

Mike

July 9, 2002, 09:56 AM	#3
Mikey Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 1998 Location: Tennessee Posts: 885	We can carry almost anything we can qualify with. The main duty weapon is issued but the backup(s) are at the descretion of the officer, within reason (must be approved by Captain). I wonder why any department would NOT allow a backup. Can you shed some light? Mike