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
Daniel Defense H9 Review
10 months ago
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Despite a promising design, the Daniel H9 pistol failed to deliver. See why our range review concluded that this pistol doesn’t live up to the hype. (Read)
Mitchell Defense GWOT DOC Review
11 months ago
2 Comments
We got the scoop on the Mitchell Defense GWOT DOC AR-15 with a hands-on review of reliability, accuracy, and overall performance. (Read)
Low Light Pistol Tips for Shooting in the Dark
11 months ago
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After taking a low-light course at Range Ready, we have some tips, tricks, and words of wisdom on low-light training (Read)
Review: Canik Mete MC9
1 year ago
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The Canik Mete MC9 takes on the micro-compact 9mm genre, but is it a winner? We take it to the range for hands-on testing to find out. (Read)
Best Bug Detectors [Tested]
1 year ago
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We gathered some bug detectors for testing, paired them up with some hidden cameras, and bring you the results! (Read)
CZ Shadow 2 Compact Review: Does It Live Up to the Hype?
1 year ago
5 Comments
Get the lowdown on the CZ Shadow 2 Compact, the compact carry version of the iconic Shadow 2 competition pistol with features and real-world performance. (Read)
5 Best Hammer-Fired Pistols [Hands-On Tested]
1 year ago
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There are a lot of hammer-fired pistols out there, but which ones are the best? We have a full run-down of our favorite hammer-fired pistols. (Read)
Aero Precision Solus Review: Bang-For-The-Buck Bolt
1 year ago
14 Comments
The Aero Precision Solus is a feature-packed entry into precision shooting, offering customization, sub-MOA accuracy, and solid ergonomics. (Read)
5 Best Hidden Cameras [Hands-On Tested]
1 year ago
We hands-on tested a handful of spy cams perfect for protecting your home or capturing moments that matter. (Read)
PSA Sabre AR-10 Review: The KAC M110 We Have At Home
1 year ago
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Palmetto State Armory's Sabre AR-10 is a KAC M110 clone with a budget price, but is performance sacrificed for affordability? (Read)
The Best Tactical Knives [Tested]
1 year ago
51 Comments
We've tested them all from budget folder to military preferred. Find out the best tactical knives that are battle proven and in our kit. (Read)
Best Compact 9mm Handguns
1 year ago
239 Comments
Looking for a concealable 9mm you can tuck just about anywhere, but still shoot almost as easily as a full-size handgun? Check out our favorite compact 9mms (Read)
