Sig Sauer’s P320 Under Fire: Chicago Police Reconsider Approval Amid Safety Concerns

Sig Sauer has long been known for producing high-quality firearms, and its P320 model is no exception—at least in terms of popularity. In January 2017, the P320 won the U.S. military contract to replace the aging Beretta M9, beating out Glock, Smith & Wesson, Beretta, and FN. The military adopted two versions: the full-size M17 and the compact M18. By 2020, nearly a million P320s had been manufactured, and in the years since, production has only increased into the millions.

However, controversy has dogged the P320 platform. Allegations surfaced that the pistol was not drop-safe, meaning it could discharge unintentionally if dropped. Reports of unintended discharges—some resulting in serious injuries and deaths—have led to multiple lawsuits. While it is common for gun owners and attorneys to claim a firearm malfunctioned in shooting incidents (consider Alec Baldwin’s widely disputed defense in the “Rust” shooting), the claims against the P320 have been more persistent and legally damaging to Sig Sauer.

One of the key reasons for the P320’s popularity is its modular design, allowing users to swap grip modules, barrels, and slides to customize the gun. Like many modern handguns, it is striker-fired with a polymer frame, making it lightweight and adaptable.

Sig/Sauer recalled the P320s calling them an upgrade, avoiding that incriminating word, RECALL. Many P320s have gone through this process, including some owned by Chicago cops.

The Chicago Police investigating P320 unintentional discharges, involving department members.

Concerns over the P320 resurfaced after several as a result of a dropped P320.  This apparently was the catalyst for the department to call officers on a Sunday warning them about the potential hazards.  The officers were also told that representatives from Sig/Sauer would be contacting them about the “upgrade“.

These incidents have prompted the Chicago Police Department (CPD) to reconsider its approval of the P320 as an authorized duty weapon. Unlike some departments that issue standard firearms to officers, CPD requires officers to purchase their own duty weapons using their uniform allowance. If the P320 is banned, officers using it would have to replace it at their own expense. No final decision has been made yet, but CPD leadership appears to be leaning toward a ban out of an abundance of caution.  If such a ban occurs, this could lead to a domino effect for many other departments that look to Chicago Police for guidance. This is something that Sig/Sauer cannot ignore 

Sig Sauer’s Response and the Legal Battles

Sig Sauer has aggressively defended the safety of the P320, insisting that the gun is safe when used as intended. The company is facing multiple wrongful death and injury lawsuits, several of which have resulted in multimillion-dollar verdicts. Additional cases are pending, and the issue is being fought in courts across the country.

The bigger question looming over Sig Sauer is whether the U.S. military will continue its contract for the M17/M18 pistols. If systemic flaws in the design are proven, the government could demand damages, a refund, or even a recall to correct potential safety issues.

For now, Sig Sauer is locked in a battle that will not be settled by words alone. The future of the P320 will likely be determined by comprehensive forensic testing, scientific analysis, and ongoing litigation.

I’ll continue to monitor the situation and report any new developments.

For much more on the P320 check out this link:  https://cjtc.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2025-02/Sig%20Sauer%20P320%20Report%20February%202025.pdf

Gun Control’s Greatest Failure: How Anti-Gun Zealots Armed America

Gun control fanatics, leftist politicians, and anti-gun zealots have once again proven to be the best firearms salespeople in American history. For years, their relentless attacks on the Second Amendment fueled an arms race among law-abiding citizens. Every time a Democrat so much as whispered about new restrictions, gun stores were flooded with buyers, shelves were emptied, and manufacturers struggled to keep up.

Now, under President Donald Trump, gun sales have dramatically slowed—not because of any success in disarming the public, but because Americans no longer fear that their rights will be ripped away. The FBI’s background checks for firearm purchases dropped 10% in Trump’s first month in office. Why? Because the panic buying spurred by Clinton, Obama, and Biden’s anti-gun rhetoric has already placed over 100 million additional firearms into the hands of everyday Americans.

The anti-gun left’s greatest blunder came during the China Virus lockdowns when they attempted to shutter gun stores and halt sales. Instead of weakening the Second Amendment, they ignited a historic surge in gun ownership. Millions of first-time buyers—especially women—rushed to arm themselves. The very people who were supposed to bow down to the government’s gun control schemes instead became fierce defenders of their own rights.

The results? A massive political backlash that has set gun control efforts back by nearly a century. The Supreme Court and lower courts are systematically dismantling unconstitutional gun laws. With Trump back in the White House and a judiciary stacked with pro-Second Amendment judges, the gun control movement is being crushed under its own incompetence.

Gun control didn’t just fail—it spectacularly backfired. And thanks to the anti-gun crowd’s hysteria, America is now more heavily armed than ever before.

California wants You do outrun your attacker’s bullets!

California Assemblymember Rick Zbur must have taken a masterclass in legislative lunacy because his latest bill, AB 1333, is a masterpiece in stupidity. Zbur, a Democrat with an apparent soft spot for criminals, wants to narrow the standards for justifiable homicide—translation: make it harder for law-abiding citizens to defend themselves.

The bill, introduced in February, is his answer to stand-your-ground laws, which allow people to use deadly force when facing a serious threat. But Zbur thinks that’s just too much freedom for the peasants. His bill would declare homicide not justifiable if:

• You’re outside your home and could have run away instead of defending yourself. (Because clearly, criminals will wait politely while you flee.)

• You were engaged in mutual combat or “provoked” the attacker. (Which means what, exactly? Making eye contact? Wearing the wrong political hat?)

Zbur insists this is about stopping “vigilantism.” Apparently, in his warped view, fighting back against an armed attacker makes you the problem, not the criminal trying to harm you.

This bill is so idiotic that even California’s usual cast of soft-on-crime politicians should be embarrassed. Instead of helping victims, Zbur wants to make sure they have only two choices: get assaulted or get arrested.

Let’s hope AB 1333 meets a swift and well-deserved death—preferably in the legislative graveyard, right next to whatever common sense Zbur once had before he decided criminals deserve more rights than their victims.

Smith & Wesson Model 57 .41 Magnum: The Unrivaled King of Wheel Gun

The Smith & Wesson Model 57 .41 Magnum is the best wheel gun ever made. In the pantheon of revolvers, it stands alone as a monarch ruling with power and precision. This handgun doesn’t just fire bullets; it roars with authority, delivering a thunderous statement every time the hammer falls.

Unmatched Power, Underrated in Law Enforcement

When it comes to wheel guns (revolvers), the Model 57 sits on the throne. Its .41 Magnum cartridge is a hard-hitting, man-stopping round with formidable ballistics. Yet for some inexplicable reason, this powerhouse never reached the widespread popularity of other revolvers in police service. Part of the problem was that many law enforcement officers of the era struggled with its might. It’s an unfortunate truth that as caliber size and recoil increased, qualification scores for average police shooters dropped.

The Model 57 demanded serious firearm proficiency—something not every department could ensure across all officers. But in the hands of a disciplined, well-trained shooter, the .41 Magnum round is nothing short of excellent. Yes, it kicks harder and cracks louder than the ubiquitous .38 Special or 9mm, but those willing to master it find its recoil manageable and its effect on target devastating.

The SFPD’s Brief Affair and a Controversial Retirement

Even with its challenges, some forward-thinking agencies recognized the Model 57’s potential. The San Francisco Police Department was one such pioneer, actually issuing the Model 57 to their officers for a time. Under the brim of an SFPD cap, this revolver must have given criminals pause—it symbolized officers armed with serious stopping power. However, this affair was short-lived. In the 1970s, as SFPD began hiring female officers, the department abruptly retired the Model 57.

This decision immediately raised eyebrows. Was it driven by an outdated, sexist assumption that women couldn’t handle a big, heavy magnum revolver? Did the top brass even bother to test whether their new female recruits could qualify with the .41 Magnum, or did they simply assume the worst? The retirement of the Model 57 seems, in hindsight, like an opportunity missed—both for equality and for maintaining a superior weapon in the field.

Stopping Power: No Second Place Winner

In a life-or-death confrontation, if you must draw a firearm, it should be one that ends the threat as quickly as possible. This is where the Model 57’s .41 Magnum shines brighter than lesser calibers. A 220-grain hollow-point slug from a .41 Magnum doesn’t just stop an attacker—it can drop them in their tracks. Ask yourself: how many shots from a common 9mm pistol would it take to equal the fight-stopping impact of one well-placed .41 Magnum round? The difference could be the margin between survival and tragedy.

Shooting legend Bill Jordan captured this mindset perfectly in the title of his 1965 book No Second Place Winner. In a gunfight, there is no consolation prize for second best—you either neutralize the threat, or you may not live to see another dawn. The .41 Magnum was created with exactly this ethos in mind, bridging the gap between the .357 and the more brute-force .44 Magnum. It offers a step up in power from the .357 Magnum without the excessive recoil of a .44, hitting a sweet spot of balance and ferocity.

• 9mm Parabellum—Light recoil and high capacity, but often requires multiple hits to stop a determined assailant.

• .41 Magnum—Heavier recoil and louder report, but delivers a singular, fight-stopping force with one shot.

Forged by Legends and Larger Than Life

The .41 Magnum cartridge wasn’t devised in a vacuum—it was the brainchild of legendary lawmen and shooters who knew exactly what was needed on the front lines. In 1964, Elmer Keith and Bill Jordan (with help from Smith & Wesson and Remington) developed the .41 Magnum to give law enforcement a definitive edge. They weren’t interested in half-measures; these men lived by experience and understood what a real “man-stopper” required. Bill Jordan, a famed U.S. Border Patrolman and exhibition shooter, was particularly instrumental. He was a towering figure (both literally and figuratively) with decades of gunfighting insight, and he poured that knowledge into the Model 57’s design and cartridge.

I had the honor of meeting Bill Jordan myself—once sharing lunch with him and my friend Raj Singh at an NRA show—and I can attest that he was truly larger than life. When such a legend endorses a firearm platform, it carries weight. Jordan and Keith knew what they were doing; the very existence of the Model 57 is proof of that expertise and foresight.

Conclusion: The Ultimate Wheel Gun

The Smith & Wesson Model 57 .41 Magnum remains an icon of revolver excellence. It’s not a gun for the faint of heart or the untrained, but that’s exactly what makes it so formidable. Its relative obscurity in modern times does nothing to diminish its legacy as a firearm that commands respect and awe. If you’re going to carry a wheel gun and you’re serious about what that means, the Model 57 is without question an outstanding choice. It’s the six-shooter that stands ready to answer danger with authority—the unrivaled king of wheel guns, waiting for someone bold enough to wield it.

LA Fire Chief Kristan Crowley Betrayed by a Cowardly City Council

In a shameful display of political cowardice, the Los Angeles City Council abandoned integrity and justice, siding with Mayor Karen Bass and her baseless allegations against Fire Chief Kristan Crowley. Despite an emotional appeal from Crowley, her supporters, and even fire department union leadership, the council failed to uphold fairness and due process, instead caving to the mayor’s reckless accusations.

While Crowley may not be reinstated, she now has a powerful legal path forward. She has every right to sue Mayor Bass and anyone else responsible for the smear campaign that led to her unjust removal. Given the complete lack of evidence behind the allegations, a significant damages award is not just likely—it’s inevitable.

Three Potential Grounds for Firing Crowley (Which Could Be Used to Justify Legal Action):

1. False Allegations and Lack of Due Process – If Crowley was terminated based on unproven or fabricated claims, this represents a clear violation of her rights.

2. Retaliation or Political Motives – If the firing was politically motivated rather than performance-based, it could constitute wrongful termination.

3. Defamation and Damage to Reputation – Publicly accusing Crowley of misconduct without evidence could form the basis of a strong defamation case.

This situation isn’t just about one fire chief—it’s about whether LA leaders will let lies and political gamesmanship destroy careers and institutions. Crowley’s fight isn’t over, and justice is still on the table.

The Truth About Transgenderism, the Law, and Common Sense

Transgenderism has become a dominant topic in public discourse, seemingly appearing everywhere. At its core, it involves individuals who are dissatisfied with the biological realities they were born with. While personal identity is a deeply personal matter, the rush to demand special pronouns, altered identification documents, and access to gender-segregated spaces—such as locker rooms, showers, and women’s sports—raises serious legal, ethical, and practical concerns. Some transgenders are very convincing, like the one picture above, and others are not.

Medical Ethics and the Protection of Children

One of the most troubling aspects of this movement is the experimentation being performed on minors. The irreversible use of puberty blockers, hormone treatments, and even surgeries on children—whose brains and bodies are still developing—is reminiscent of unethical human experimentation from Nazi history. If an adult wishes to pursue medical transition, that is their decision. But when it comes to children, the principle of 'do no harm' must prevail. There is increasing evidence of regret among individuals who transitioned young, only to later realize they were misled or coerced. The long-term effects, both physically and psychologically, are devastating.

The Question of Mental Health

Medical professionals remain divided on whether gender dysphoria is a legitimate mental illness or a condition that should simply be affirmed. However, what cannot be disputed is the alarmingly high rate of suicide among transgender individuals. This raises the question: Are we truly helping people by encouraging drastic physical changes, or are we ignoring the underlying mental health issues that might be at play?

The Integrity of Identity

There is no crime in choosing to dress or present oneself in a particular way. The First Amendment protects freedom of expression, including how one chooses to appear in public. However, honesty and integrity are non-negotiable. A transgender person is not the same as someone biologically born male or female. Rather than demanding society rewrite its standards, those who identify as transgender should acknowledge reality and expect respect based on honesty, not coercion.

No Special Privileges—Just Basic Respect

Transgender individuals are entitled to the same basic dignity and kindness as any other person. However, they do not require special status under the law, nor should their choices be imposed on society in ways that compromise fairness—particularly in women’s sports, public facilities, or child education.

Conclusion

At the end of the day, this issue has been exaggerated into a cultural battleground when it doesn’t have to be. Adults are free to live as they wish, but when it comes to children, societal standards, and biological reality, common sense must prevail. A man remains a man, and a woman remains a woman—no matter how passionately one wishes otherwise.