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
Savage Stance Review: First Pistol in 100+ Years [Tested]
2 years ago
4 Comments
The Stance is Savage's entry into micro compact, 9mm handguns. Can it hold up against the likes of the Glock 43 and Sig P365? Come find out. (Read)
Mira Safety Gas Mask Review: CM-6M, CM-7M, TAPR [Hands-On]
2 years ago
We tested out several gas mask models from Mira Safety to see which ones might be worth adding to your bug out bag. (Read)
Staccato P Review: Best Duty 2011 Pistol?
2 years ago
21 Comments
We tested out the Stacatto P -- a gun designed with law enforcement/duty-use in mind. Come see what our LEO expert thinks about this 2011 pistol! (Read)
Wheeler Boulders 'n Bullets: Meddling in Moab!
2 years ago
4 Comments
Building Aero Precision rifles and Polymer80 AFT kits in Moab with Wheeler's new Fat Stix...and Jeeping? Sign us up! Come see how our adventure went! (Read)
[Hands-On Review] Primary Arms Cyclops Gen 2: Worthy Prism Optic?
2 years ago
25 Comments
Primary Arms' Cyclops Gen 2 offers a lighter, smaller approach to a prism than its predecessor...but is it worth the cash? Come find out! (Read)
Top 5 Optics to Purchase with Your Tax Refund (Sponsored by Brownells)
2 years ago
10 Comments
It's tax season and that means one thing...refund money to blow! Can't decide what to spend your cash on? Check out 5 optics you might want to consider... (Read)
SOG Knives: Rebooted and Better? [Hands-On Tested]
2 years ago
2 Comments
We try out a handful of SOG knives for various applications to see which ones rise to the top. Come see which we recommend. (Read)
[Hands On Review] FN 502 Tactical FDE: Best Modern .22 LR?
2 years ago
22 Comments
What happens when you take the look and feel of the FN 509 but make it .22 capable? The FN 502 Tactical of course! Come see what we thought of this plinker! (Read)
Nexbelt: Belt-fed Revolution [Hands on Review]
2 years ago
19 Comments
We tested out a handful of concealed carry belts from Nexbelt to see how they stood up against the rigors of concealed carry. Come see what we thought! (Read)
[Review] PepperBall LifeLite Mobile & Compact: Non-Lethal Self Defense
2 years ago
5 Comments
We take a look at some non-lethal self-defense options from PepperBall in the form of the LifeLite Mobile and Compact systems. (Read)
[Video+Review] Walther PDP: 10,000 Rounds & Still Going
3 years ago
32 Comments
We take a look at the Walther PDP after over 5,000 rounds downrange. How does it hold up over time? Come find out. (Read)
[Review] Hard Head Veterans ATE Gen II Helmet + Micro Lattice Pads
3 years ago
4 Comments
We try out the Hard Head Veterans ATE Gen II helmet alongside Hard Head Veterans' Micro Lattice Helmet Pads. Come see why we liked this setup! (Read)
