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Shadow Systems announced last week that it has been awarded an exclusive contract to provide duty pistols to the West Virginia State Police (WVSP). It is the largest law enforcement agency in the state and fourth-oldest state police agency in the United States. Made up of nearly 600 sworn law enforcement officers, the WVSP will purchase 700 XR920 crossover pistols to be used by its troopers and 80 CR929X high-capacity subcompacts for use by its Bureau of Criminal Investigation.
“Our top priority is equipping troopers with dependable, high-performance tools they can trust in every situation,” said Lt. Col. R. A. Maddy of the West Virginia State Police. “After an exhaustive evaluation process, Shadow Systems pistols stood out for their precision, reliability and ability to adapt to the unique demands of law enforcement service.”
The selected handguns were developed for the challenges found in the line of duty. They are designed to reduce perceived recoil, adjust grip angle and work with officers’ existing gear and training, improving accuracy and shootability, while maintaining reliability.
Troopers will also be able to select from Shadow Systems’ lineup of subcompact, compact, crossover and full-size sidearms, including compensated and long slide models, to best suit their individual preferences and characteristics for off-duty carry. In total, Shadow Systems offers more than 120 pistol configurations.
“Shadow Systems is honored to be the new duty pistol for the West Virginia State Police, one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country,” said Steve Dreyer, director of law enforcement sales for Shadow Systems. “As a state-of-the-art firearm designer and manufacturer founded by former law enforcement officers and combat veterans, we know firsthand the importance of real-world capability and reliability in pursuit of safety. This new partnership further demonstrates Shadow Systems’ unwavering commitment to law enforcement, and we look forward to working with WVSP for the foreseeable future as they strive to keep communities safe.”
All Shadow Systems firearms are designed and manufactured in Plano, TX, using American labor and materials. The veteran-led team behind Shadow Systems includes former military, law enforcement and competitive shooters. The firm also offers and Individual Office Purchase Discount.
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The partnership between Shadow Systems and the West Virginia State Police demonstrates a commitment to law enforcement and community safety, as expressed by Steve Dreyer, director of law enforcement sales for Shadow Systems.
I’m skeptical about how the transition to new duty pistols will affect the troopers’ training and operations, considering they will have to adjust to new firearms and potentially new protocols.
The emphasis on real-world capability and reliability, as mentioned by Steve Dreyer, underscores the importance of practical experience in the design and manufacturing of law enforcement firearms, setting Shadow Systems apart.
As someone who values American manufacturing, it’s reassuring to know that all Shadow Systems firearms are designed and manufactured in Plano, TX, using American labor and materials, supporting the local economy.
It would be interesting to know more about the Individual Office Purchase Discount that Shadow Systems offers, and how this might benefit individual officers or other law enforcement agencies.
The veteran-led team behind Shadow Systems, including former military, law enforcement, and competitive shooters, likely brings a unique understanding of the needs of law enforcement officers, contributing to the design of effective and reliable firearms.
The ability of troopers to select from a variety of pistol configurations to suit their individual preferences and characteristics for off-duty carry is a significant benefit, potentially increasing their comfort and effectiveness.
The purchase of 700 XR920 crossover pistols and 80 CR929X high-capacity subcompacts shows a significant investment in the agency’s firearms, potentially enhancing their capabilities and response times.
The focus on reducing perceived recoil, adjusting grip angle, and working with existing gear and training is crucial for improving accuracy and shootability, as it directly affects the performance of troopers in the field.
I’m curious about the evaluation process that led to Shadow Systems being chosen, as Lt. Col. R. A. Maddy mentioned it was an exhaustive one, highlighting the pistols’ precision, reliability, and adaptability.
The fact that the XR920 crossover pistols and CR929X high-capacity subcompacts are designed to work with officers’ existing gear and training should streamline the integration process and minimize downtime for training and adjustment.
The West Virginia State Police’s decision to select Shadow Systems pistols as their new duty pistols is a significant one, especially given the agency’s size and history, with nearly 600 sworn law enforcement officers.
This choice could set a precedent for other law enforcement agencies in the country, given the WVSP’s reputation as the fourth-oldest state police agency in the United States.
It’s commendable that Shadow Systems, founded by former law enforcement officers and combat veterans, prioritizes the needs and safety of law enforcement officers, reflecting a deep understanding of their challenges and requirements.
I wonder if the West Virginia State Police considered any other manufacturers or models before selecting Shadow Systems, and what factors ultimately led to their decision.
Given that the WVSP is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country, their choice of Shadow Systems pistols could influence the decisions of other, newer agencies looking for reliable duty pistols.
It’s interesting that the selected handguns, such as the XR920 crossover pistols and CR929X high-capacity subcompacts, were developed specifically for the challenges found in the line of duty, aiming to reduce perceived recoil and improve accuracy.
The fact that Shadow Systems offers more than 120 pistol configurations, including compensated and long slide models, will likely be beneficial for troopers who have different preferences and needs for off-duty carry.