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It is just priced differently for the discount: https://www.budsgunshop.com/qualified_professional_discounts.php If you search the same model number but without the LE on the end (most of them are this way, not sure which you are looking at in particular) you should be able to find the same thing available for purchase for anyone.

Qp firearms are usually the same exact guns but they are released discounted by the manufacturer, for the purpose of being sold to public, servants LEO, Military etc as a thanks for their service. "Who qualifies for the Qualified Professional Discount? Many major manufacturers offer discounts to a large list of individuals they consider Qualified Professionals. Although commonly referred to as Law Enforcement, LE or Veterans Discounts, these discounts are actually also available to many other types of Qualified Professionals, including : Active, Honorably Discharged or Retired Military personnel - all branches (veterans, including medical discharges/disabled) National Guard personnel - all branches Military Reserve personnel - all branches CAP - Civil Air Patrol Fire Fighters - including volunteers Paramedics and EMTs TSA Employees Commercial Pilots Federal Flight Deck Officers Air Marshals Court Judges District and Deputy District Attorneys All sworn or retired Law Enforcement Office

It's the price that is for qualified professionals only. Many manufacturers offer special discounted pricing for those working in law enforcement.

Robert, it is a Manufacturer designated firearms package that is to be sold specifically to First Responders at a discount. There is zero difference in the actual firearm but many PRO packages do come with extra accessories as well such as holsters or extra magazines. Buds QP categories are here : https://www.budsgunshop.com/index.php/cPath/1799/Qualified+Professional+Discounts