Defense Nominate someone to train with Jim Smith of Spartan Tactical Recoil Staff May 13, 2014 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. Have a friend who is a LEO or in the military? Nominate him or her to train with Jim Smith, HMFIC of Spartan Tactical! Smith, for those of you who don't know him, spent his military career in SOF units (including deployments as a member of 1ST SFOD-D). He was the primary sniper in Super 61 during the ‘Blackhawk Down' fight Mogadishu. A firearms instructor with over 25 years experience, Jim is the recipient of numerous military honors and civilian recognition, including the Carlos Hathcock Award. His company Spartan Tactical runs its own training facility on a ranch in Texas. Spartan Tactical and Vertx will be selecting 6 nominees to join Smith on an all-expense paid training seminar to be held this October. Nomination will be based on the following criteria: 1. Selfless Service 2. Commitment to Community and Fellow Officers 3. Professionalism 4. Integrity 5. Tactical Proficiency You can make your nomination here. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
