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The CHIEF Star Newsletter

September 2009

CHIEF Star Newsletter, September 2009
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In This Issue - September 2009

Up to $95 in Free 5.11 Gear

Up to $95 in Free 5.11 GearOnly at CHIEF, thru Oct. 31
Get up to $95 in free 5.11 gear* from CHIEF!

Order over $100 in 5.11 products, get a free 5.11 Tan Loose Crew (40007TN).

Order over $175 in 5.11 products, get a free 5.11 Loose Crew and either a free 5.11 2400 Red Bag (56877FR) or 5.11 Small Kit Bag (58725BK).

Order over $250 in 5.11 products, get a free 5.11 Loose Crew, a free 5.11 bag and a free 5.11 Long-Sleeve Tactical Shirt (Fire Navy, 72157FN).

It's easy to get your free 5.11 gear. Call your CHIEF account manager today at (888) 588-8569 or order 5.11 online »


It's Kick-off Time for CHIEF Pigskin Pick 'Em

It's Kick-off Time for CHIEF Pigskin Pick 'EmPlay Pigskin Pick 'Em at CHIEFsupply.com
The National Football League 2009 season kicks off Thurs., Sept. 10 at the defending Super Bowl Champion Pittsburgh Steelers' Heinz Field, where Big Ben and company will host the 2008 AFC South Champion Tennessee Titans. Needless to say, we can hardly wait. We're also kicking off our new season of CHIEF Pigskin Pick 'Em, and we'd like YOU to be a player!

Think you know football? Show your stuff by competing against other public safety pros. Just pick each week's games (straight up, no spreads) and become eligible to win a cool weekly prize. Sign up anytime during the NFL season. If you want to play the first week's games, signup cuts off at 7:30 p.m. ET, Sept. 10.

No purchase necessary. Prizes* will be awarded to each week's Pick 'Em winner. Week 1's prize will be a brand-new 5.11 Tactical Performance Polo – a $40 value!

* We reserve the right to change or substitute prizes without notice.


New Palco Airsoft Guns Available Now

New Palco Airsoft Guns Available NowRealistic Action for Law Enforcement Training
The realistic action and weight of Palco Airsoft Guns has made them a favorite with Law Enforcement for weapon training exercises. Modeled on service weapons and assault rifles, try one for yourself or your entire agency.

Palco Airsoft Guns and refills are now available at CHIEF. Order online or call (888) 588-8569.


End-of-Budget-Year Deals

End-of-Budget-Year DealsDoes your budget year end Sept. 30?
If your budget year ends on Sept. 30, we have great deals to help you procure equipment with "use it or lose it" funds.

Call (888) 588-8569 today for these special offers (subject to change):

  • Sempermed, Microflex and PS Safeskin gloves: Buy 8, get 2 free
  • Barricade Tape: Buy 6 rolls, get 2 free
  • Traffic Vests: Buy 4, get 1 free (CHIEF models V551, V549, V550 and VEA50207 only)
  • Defense Technologies First Defense Aerosol O.C. Sprays: Buy 9, get 1 free (MK8, MK6, MK3, and MK4 sizes for DT5089, DT5069, DT5039, DT5049 only)

August's Top 10 Twitter Stories

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August's Top 10 Twitter Stories

  • Top 10 social networking tips for cops Tweet | Link
  • DHS, I.T. Sector Coordinating Council Release Information Technology Sector Baseline Risk Assessment Tweet | Link
  • Officials praise local disaster plan after school bus accident - JournalStar.com Tweet | Link
  • Former DHS Secretary Tom Ridge discusses critical public-safety issues Tweet | Link
  • 12 police departments to test portable fingerprint scanners - Detroit Free Press Tweet | Link
  • NIOSH study examines fire boot weight, design and effects on firefighter movement and injuries Tweet | Link
  • Cell phones present problems for 911 dispatchers across country Tweet | Link
  • Camp introduces kids to public safety jobs - Caller-Times Tweet | Link
  • NFPA: Home fires cause majority of firefighter injuries Tweet | Link
  • $30M Announced in Federal Border Grants Tweet | Link

Vendor Spotlight: SoundOff Signal

CHIEF Vendor SpotlightWhen it comes to public safety, the right gear is essential. But what's the story behind the companies who design and produce the equipment you rely on every day?

Every month, the CHIEF Star highlights one of our 300 vendors to tell you more about their history, their products, and their commitment to serving you. We call it our "Vendor Spotlight". Look for it in each month's newsletter, or find them online at any time at CHIEFsupply.com/resources/vendors.

September's Vendor Spotlight: SoundOff Signal
Over 30 years ago, a small company named Sound Off, Inc. created a device that added sound to the turn signal of a motorcycle. Eventually changing their name to SoundOff Signal, from that small beginning came one of the public safety industry's most innovative manufacturers of vehicle equipment and warning lights. Full story »

Our most popular SoundOff Signal item! Most Popular SoundOff Signal Product:
Sound Off Pinnacle Series LED Lightbar

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Clearance Sale

View Full Product InfoSeptember Featured Close-out
Blauer 8810X Men's Side-Pocket Streetgear Uniform Trousers
Reg. Price, $68.99  Only $28.99
11 oz. twill weave washable cotton blend with 10% stretch and 3XDRY(r) comfort technology.
Get this deal online »

This and many more close-out items are available now, in our CHIEFsupply.com Clearance Sale. Quantities are limited, all sales final. Only while supplies last!

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Upcoming Tradeshows

Stay informed! Visit our Public Safety Tradeshows listing for upcoming events and conventions. Keep up with the latest information and advancements in the Fire/Rescue, EMS, Law Enforcement, Corrections, Homeland Security and Counterterrorism industries.

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SoundOff Solid-State Headlight Flasher

5 user-selectable flash patterns

SoundOff Solid-State Headlight Flasher

$49.99
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SoundOff Signal LED3 Mini Light

Mount on any type of vehicle, anywhere on the vehicle

SoundOff Signal LED3 Mini Light

$64.99
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BLACKHAWK Boots Sale

15% off plus free kneepads thru Sept. 30, 2009

BLACKHAWK Boots Sale

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ASP Chain Training Handcuffs

Slip lock for training exercises

ASP Chain Training Handcuffs

$47.99
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Maxpedition Active Shooter Bag

Designed with two M4/M16 and two pistol magazine pouches in front

Maxpedition Active Shooter Bag

$71.99-$75.99
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Edge Eyewear Dakura Camouflage Safety Sunglasses

Wraparound lens style is fog- and scratch-resistant

Edge Eyewear Dakura Camouflage Safety Sunglasses

$12.99
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BLACKHAWK Dynamic Entry Special Operations Entry Ram

Ideal for entries into known and unknown dangerous and volatile environments

BLACKHAWK Dynamic Entry Special Operations Entry Ram

$299.99
Military, Law Enforcement and Security Personnel only
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ASP Window Breaker Breakaway Cap

Turns your ASP expandable baton into the perfect window breaker

ASP Window Breaker Breakaway Cap

$15.99
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