Sean Curtis is a retired peace officer from Colorado with 22.5 years of experience serving in various roles such as deputy sheriff, Patrol Commander, SWAT Team Leader, and DA Investigator. He now works at Pew Pew Tactical as the Content Producer.
He started writing freelance for Police1 in 2014. Soon after, he became a dedicated columnist, writing reviews, product highlights, and how-to guides. He quickly branched out to other print and digital publications, including Gun World Magazine, American Survival Guide, Glock Annual, Pew Pew Tactical, and Guns.com—and also briefly produced videos for AR15.com.
In 2021, Sean retired from law enforcement and came to work exclusively for Pew Pew Tactical as a business development manager. Soon after, he accepted the role of content producer and now creates videos and writes articles covering products in the firearms industry.
Experience
- 40-Hour Principles of SWAT
- High-Risk Warrant Service Workshop
- Tactical Rifle for Law Enforcement
- Basic 40-Hour Tactical Response Course
- Tactical Command School
- Critical Incident Management
- Witness Protection Training
- 44-Hour POST Certified Handgun Instructor, POST Train the Trainer
- 40-Hour Handgun Instructor Course
- CLEFIA Advanced Firearms Instructor Training
- NLEFIA Red Dot Instructor
- Glock Armor's Course
- AR-15 Armor's Course
- Gunsite 250 Pistol
- Gunsite Team Tactics
- Tactical Performance Center Handgun Mastery & Carbine Mastery
- EMT-Basic First Aid/CPR Instructor
- FLETC Tactical Medical Training
- NAEMT TCCC Provider Course
- ALICE Instructor Training
- USCCA Rifle Instructor
Get latest articles from Sean Curtis
Taurus 856 Executive Grade Review: Elite .38 SPL CCW?
2 years ago
10 Comments
The Taurus Executive Grade revolver distinguishes itself by being a bit more upgraded and sophisticated wheel gun -- but is it worth your time? Come find out. (Read)
Smith & Wesson CSX Review: Hammer-Fired Micro 9mm
2 years ago
28 Comments
In this hands-on review, we take the Smith & Wesson CSX micro compact to the range to see if it's a worthy CCW option. (Read)
What We Carry: The Guns & Gear of a Former Cop
2 years ago
8 Comments
What does an ex-cop carry on the regular? PPT's own Sean Curtis walks us through his everyday carry loadout. (Read)
Ruger Max-9 Review: Best Budget Micro Compact 9mm? [Hands-On]
2 years ago
29 Comments
In an overcrowded micro compact pistol market, can the Ruger Max 9 hold its own? We take it to the range to find out. (Read)
CZ P-10 F Competition Ready Review: Ultimate Competition Ready 9mm?
2 years ago
4 Comments
Building on the P-10 series, CZ's P-10 F Competition Ready promises a competition grade gun out of the box? But does it hold up? Come see. (Read)
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Plus Review [Hands-On+Video]
2 years ago
17 Comments
The Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield Plus brings 13+1 rounds of 9mm to a compact pistol platform. Does it work well, though? Come find out. (Read)
Sig P322 Review: Worthy .22 LR Trainer?
2 years ago
9 Comments
We take a look at Sig Sauer's latest creation -- the P322, a .22 LR pistol perfect for training. Read up on how this gun performed at the range. (Read)
AXIL GS Extreme 2.0 Review: Best In-Ear Protection?
2 years ago
28 Comments
We took the AXIL GS Extreme 2.0 ear buds for a spin out on the range. Are they a decent hearing pro option for range days? Come find out. (Read)
Riflespeed Adjustable Gas Control System Review: Best AR Gas Block?
2 years ago
4 Comments
Riflespeed's Adjustable Gas Contol System makes on-the-fly gas adjustments at the range a reality. But is it worth it? Come see what we think. (Read)
Primary Arms PLx 1-8 LPVO Riflescope Review [Hands-On]
2 years ago
8 Comments
We take a hands-on look at the Primary Arms PLx 1-8 LVPO to see if this scope's features should earn it a place on your rifle. (Read)
Ruger PC Carbine Review [Hands-on+Video]: Old School Meets New
2 years ago
19 Comments
We take a look at the Ruger Pistol Caliber Carbine to see if it's a worthy PCC you might want to consider. Come get our thoughts. (Read)
Best Best Pistol Compensators [Tested]
2 years ago
19 Comments
Want to reduce some recoil? How about tossing on a pistol compensator to your favorite handgun? We take a look at some options you might want to consider. (Read)
