https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/choosing-a-less-lethal-launcher 2026-10-19T16:14:42-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-choosing-a-less-lethal-launcher-20261019.jpg?v=1792440882 Choosing a Less-Lethal Launcher by Its Requirements Equipment planning diagram: Start with the model; Make a short comparison list; Compare the kit with the platform. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/less-lethal-projectiles-buyer-guide 2026-10-19T16:19:03-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-less-lethal-projectiles-buyer-guide-20261019.jpg?v=1792441143 Projectiles: Type, Caliber and Platform Approval Equipment planning diagram: Know which type you are buying; Use the model, not the package color; Separate training supplies. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/storage-transport-maintenance-less-lethal-equipment 2026-10-19T16:19:13-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-storage-transport-maintenance-less-lethal-equipment-20261019.jpg?v=1792441153 Storage, Transport and Care: Keep an Equipment Record Equipment planning diagram: Control access; Keep supplies identifiable; Plan the trip. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/complete-less-lethal-setup-checklist 2026-10-19T16:19:21-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-complete-less-lethal-setup-checklist-20261019.jpg?v=1792441161 A Complete Equipment Setup Checklist Equipment planning diagram: Identify the platform; Add the required equipment; Check the box contents. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/less-lethal-equipment-terms-glossary 2026-10-19T16:19:30-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-less-lethal-equipment-terms-glossary-20261019.jpg?v=1792441170 Equipment Terms: A Practical Buying Glossary Equipment planning diagram: Platform, model and generation; Caliber and projectile type; Magazine and capacity. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/first-time-less-lethal-buyer-guide 2026-10-19T16:19:39-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-first-time-less-lethal-buyer-guide-20261019.jpg?v=1792441179 A First-Time Equipment Buyer’s Checklist Equipment planning diagram: Choose the right category; Make a short list; Budget beyond the platform. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/co2-hpa-air-systems-buyer-guide 2026-10-19T16:19:49-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-co2-hpa-air-systems-buyer-guide-20261019.jpg?v=1792441189 Air and Gas Supplies: Building a Compatibility Record Equipment planning diagram: For a cartridge system; For a fillable system; Put the requirements together. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/co2-vs-hpa-for-less-lethal-platforms 2026-10-19T16:19:58-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-co2-vs-hpa-for-less-lethal-platforms-20261019.jpg?v=1792441198 CO2 or HPA: Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Platform Equipment planning diagram: Read the model's power requirement; Compare the practical needs; Look beyond the platform price. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/less-lethal-vs-non-lethal 2026-10-19T16:20:08-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-less-lethal-vs-non-lethal-20261019.jpg?v=1792441208 Less-Lethal and Non-Lethal: Reading Product Language Equipment planning diagram: Why DLL says less-lethal; Read the specification behind the name; Three labels, three limits. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/what-does-less-lethal-mean 2026-10-11T21:31:36-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-what-does-less-lethal-mean.png?v=1791705778 What Less-Lethal Means Before You Buy Understand the remaining risk. TERM: Less-lethal and Limits; OWNERSHIP: Read the manual and Qualified instruction; PLANNING: Secure storage and Emergency response https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/less-lethal-home-defense-guide 2026-10-19T16:02:13-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-less-lethal-home-defense-guide.png?v=1791705779 Household Readiness Before an Equipment Purchase Start with household safety. PREVENT CONTACT: Doors and windows and Lighting and alarms; PLAN FOR PEOPLE: Communication and Access needs; REVIEW EQUIPMENT: Storage and training and Product limits https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/cqb-force-on-force-training 2026-10-11T21:31:49-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-cqb-force-on-force-training.png?v=1791705782 Supervised Training Equipment: Site and Program Requirements Set controls before training. SITE: Qualified supervision and Controlled access; EQUIPMENT: Training-only system and Accountability; PEOPLE: Brief and confirm and Emergency plan https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/airguns-bb-pellet-guns-guide 2026-10-19T16:02:13-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-airguns-bb-pellet-guns-guide.png?v=1791705784 Airguns, BBs and Pellets: Identify the Exact System Match the whole airgun system. PROJECTILE: Exact caliber and Approved ammunition; POWER: Supported supply and Pressure equipment; LOCATION: Controlled range and Storage and transport https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/less-lethal-launcher-kits-vs-platforms 2026-10-19T16:20:17-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-less-lethal-launcher-kits-vs-platforms-20261019.jpg?v=1792441217 Launcher Kits and Platform-Only Listings Equipment planning diagram: Read the contents, not just the photo; Put two lists side by side; What do you already own?. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/less-lethal-magazine-compatibility 2026-10-19T16:20:26-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-less-lethal-magazine-compatibility-20261019.jpg?v=1792441226 Magazines: Model, Generation and Caliber First Equipment planning diagram: Start with the host and part number; Read what the replacement includes; Separate launcher and airgun parts. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/paintball-training-markers-and-less-lethal-launchers 2026-10-19T16:20:36-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-paintball-training-markers-and-less-lethal-launchers-20261019.jpg?v=1792441236 Training Markers, Paintball Markers and Launchers Equipment planning diagram: Read the product family in context; Choose for the activity; Check the complete equipment list. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/air-pistols-buyer-guide 2026-10-19T16:20:45-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-air-pistols-buyer-guide-20261019.jpg?v=1792441245 Choosing an Air Pistol for Its Stated Purpose Equipment planning diagram: BB or pellet ammunition; Power and loading; What else is part of the purchase?. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/air-rifles-buyer-guide 2026-10-19T16:20:56-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-air-rifles-buyer-guide-20261019.jpg?v=1792441256 Air Rifles: Compare the System Before the Specification Equipment planning diagram: Read the model and operating system; Ammunition and removable parts; Budget for the whole setup. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/pcp-air-rifle-buyer-guide 2026-10-19T16:21:08-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-pcp-air-rifle-buyer-guide-20261019.jpg?v=1792441268 PCP Air Rifles: The Platform and Its Support Equipment Equipment planning diagram: Choose the actual configuration; Get the separate instructions; Ask about the whole arrangement. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/break-barrel-air-rifle-buyer-guide 2026-10-19T16:21:18-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-break-barrel-air-rifle-buyer-guide-20261019.jpg?v=1792441278 Break-Barrel Air Rifles: Ownership Questions Before Purchase Equipment planning diagram: Get the correct manual; Read the supplied contents; Choose the model's supplies. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/semi-automatic-and-compact-pcp-air-rifles 2026-10-19T16:21:29-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-semi-automatic-and-compact-pcp-air-rifles-20261019.jpg?v=1792441289 Precision, Compact and Semi-Automatic PCP Labels Equipment planning diagram: Precision; Compact; Semi-automatic. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/choosing-equipment-by-use-case 2026-10-19T16:21:38-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-choosing-equipment-by-use-case-20261019.jpg?v=1792441298 Shop by the Job You Need to Prepare For Equipment planning diagram: Preparedness and less-lethal equipment; A recreational airgun; A part for something you own. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/target-practice-equipment-planning 2026-10-19T16:21:49-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-target-practice-equipment-planning-20261019.jpg?v=1792441309 Planning an Airgun Target-Practice Purchase Equipment planning diagram: Start with the location; Match the ammunition to the airgun; Include support and protection. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/training-program-equipment-purchasing 2026-10-19T16:21:58-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-training-program-equipment-purchasing-20261019.jpg?v=1792441318 Buying Equipment for a Supervised Training Program Equipment planning diagram: Get the complete list; Make each order line useful; Account for support. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/agency-equipment-selection-record 2026-10-19T16:22:06-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-agency-equipment-selection-record-20261019.jpg?v=1792441326 An Equipment Selection Record for Agency Buyers Equipment planning diagram: State the approved purpose; List the equipment and support; Account for ongoing ownership. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/protective-equipment-for-practice 2026-10-19T16:23:15-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-protective-equipment-for-practice-20261019.jpg?v=1792441395 Protective Equipment: Match the Activity’s Requirements Equipment planning diagram: Get the requirements first; Read the eyewear rating; Keep the selected product information. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/cases-holsters-and-secure-storage 2026-10-19T16:23:25-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-cases-holsters-and-secure-storage-20261019.jpg?v=1792441405 Cases, Holsters and Secure Storage Serve Different Jobs Equipment planning diagram: Cases for transport; Holsters and exact fit; Storage and access. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/everyday-carry-equipment-planning 2026-10-19T16:23:35-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-everyday-carry-equipment-planning-20261019.jpg?v=1792441415 Everyday Carry: Define the Job Before Adding Gear Equipment planning diagram: Give each item a job; Extend the plan to preparedness; Check size and fit. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/lights-optics-and-accessory-fitment 2026-10-19T16:23:44-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-lights-optics-and-accessory-fitment-20261019.jpg?v=1792441424 Lights, Optics and Accessories: Check the Complete Fitment Equipment planning diagram: Name the complete combination; Fit is more than the mount; Read both instruction sets. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/outdoor-equipment-planning 2026-10-19T16:23:54-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-outdoor-equipment-planning-20261019.jpg?v=1792441434 Outdoor Equipment Planning: Documentation and Organization Equipment planning diagram: Check the destination; Choose layers by their purpose; Pack around the contents. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/maintenance-supplies-and-service-boundaries 2026-10-19T16:24:05-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-maintenance-supplies-and-service-boundaries-20261019.jpg?v=1792441445 Care Supplies and Service: Follow the Exact Manual Equipment planning diagram: Find the specified product; Keep a useful care file; Know the service boundary. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/training/before-buying-for-a-supervised-session 2026-10-19T16:24:14-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-before-buying-for-a-supervised-session-20261019.jpg?v=1792441454 Before Buying Equipment for a Supervised Session Equipment planning diagram: Ask what is provided; Use the accepted version; Check the support items. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/training/training-supply-record-for-coordinators 2026-10-19T16:24:23-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-training-supply-record-for-coordinators-20261019.jpg?v=1792441463 A Training Supply Record for Coordinators Equipment planning diagram: What belongs on the list; Separate the kit from the requirement; Name the responsible person. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/training/equipment-review-after-a-supervised-session 2026-10-19T16:24:34-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-equipment-review-after-a-supervised-session-20261019.jpg?v=1792441474 Review the Equipment Record After a Supervised Session Equipment planning diagram: Record the issue; Review the supplies; Assign the next step. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/news/reading-dll-product-information 2026-10-19T16:24:44-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-reading-dll-product-information-20261019.jpg?v=1792441484 How to Read Product Information Before Ordering Equipment planning diagram: The identity fields; The box contents; A useful example. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/news/requesting-a-product-information-correction 2026-10-19T16:24:55-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-requesting-a-product-information-correction-20261019.jpg?v=1792441495 Requesting a Product Information Correction Equipment planning diagram: Identify the listing; Include the manufacturer source; Explain what needs changing. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/news/confirming-availability-before-an-order 2026-10-19T16:25:05-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-confirming-availability-before-an-order-20261019.jpg?v=1792441505 Confirming Availability Before Planning an Order Equipment planning diagram: Name the selected item; Look at the whole purchase; If timing matters. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/local-resources/online-equipment-support-for-detroit-buyers 2026-10-19T16:25:14-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-online-equipment-support-for-detroit-buyers-20261019.jpg?v=1792441514 Online Equipment Questions for Detroit Buyers Equipment planning diagram: Bring the model and the question; Explain the purchase; Keep local permissions separate. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/local-resources/questions-for-a-michigan-training-provider 2026-10-19T16:25:26-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-questions-for-a-michigan-training-provider-20261019.jpg?v=1792441526 Questions to Ask a Michigan Training Provider Equipment planning diagram: The program; The equipment; The responsibilities. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/local-resources/agency-inquiry-preparation-michigan 2026-10-19T16:25:37-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-agency-inquiry-preparation-michigan-20261019.jpg?v=1792441537 Preparing an Equipment Inquiry for a Michigan Organization Equipment planning diagram: The approved requirement; The product questions; The commercial questions. https://detroitlesslethal.com/blogs/guides/concealment-clothing-fit-and-ownership 2026-10-19T16:25:47-04:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0852/9477/6472/articles/dll-editorial-concealment-clothing-fit-and-ownership-20261019.jpg?v=1792441547 Concealment Clothing: Fit, Purpose and Ownership Equipment planning diagram: Read the garment's intended purpose; Use the actual fit guide; If it supports a carrying system.