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FNS-40LS
The FNS-40 Long Slide is the issued duty pistol for the Baltimore County, Md. Police Department.
Rounds Downrange T e trigger pull on the FNS-40LS averaged 5 pounds, 10 ounces, which is just about perfect for a combat pistol. T e polymer two-part trigger pivots at its halfway point. T e handgun cannot fi re unless the trig- ger is purposefully pressed. T is is the only safety on the test pistol, although a version is available with a 1911-style ambidextrous thumb safety. Making the trigger even better was the fact that once it broke, there was no further over-travel. Trigger reset was also very good and followup shots were fast. T e FNS-40LS was found to work with an Uncle Mike’s size 25 Pro-3 security duty hol- ster listed for the Glock 21 and S&W M&P. T e overall dimensions of the FNS-40LS are very similar to the S&W M&P Professional. Drawing and fi ring from the holster was natural and the FNS came to point at the target quickly. Some pistols point high in the hand and some point low. T e FNS-40LS aligned its sights almost all by itself. Less time spent searching for your front sight means rounds on target faster. T e excellent sights, ergonom- ics, and quality trigger combined to cause one ragged hole in the center of the target with this duty pistol.
Prior to test fi ring, the FNS-40LS was cleaned and lubricated before Hornady TAP, Critical Duty, and FTX, Winchester Ranger and Black Talon, Speer Gold Dot, and American Eagle ball ammo were fi red through its bore. T e FNS-40LS never en- countered a jam or misfi re with these vari- ous types of .40 caliber ammunition. Several offi cers tried the FNS and all came away impressed. Its balance, sights, and trig- ger pull were mentioned as the gun’s posi- tive attributes. Its overall ergonomics were praised and left-handers appreciated its con- trols, as did those who train to shoot with both strong and weak hands.
Unique rear sight has a “V” notch at the bottom, making it easier to see the front sight’s big white dot.
12 The Police Marksman Sep-Oct 2014
A Duty Gun for All Offi cers After handling and shooting the FNS-40LS, it’s no wonder Baltimore County’s fi nest selected FNH-USA’s outstanding duty pistol made at their Columbia, S.C. facility. Each of their of- fi cers can be handed a case containing his/her pistol, three magazines, and user-swapped backstraps to customize the gun to his/her own
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