Shooting Illustrated
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First Look: Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8-Inch Compact OSP 10 mm
Springfield Armory recently introduced the new XD-M® Elite 3.8-inch Compact OSP 10 mm, which combines the powerful ballistics of the 10 mm with an optics-ready carry gun platform.
Fightin' Iron: Lew Walt
Helicopters make a distinctive sound. It’s sort of a whop-whop noise, and it differs a little from one chopper model to the next. The Vietnam War was the first true helicopter war. Early on, our primary troop carrier was the CH-34. We also had an observation outfit flying the UH-1Es (a variant of the legendary “Huey”).
The Best Apps for Shooting Enthusiasts
There’s more computing power in your smartphone or tablet than Apollo 11 had on board when it landed on the moon. Today’s handheld devices perform complex calculations weighted for environmental variables—in real time—and provide solutions at lightning speed. The technology is staggering, but not all of today’s firearm apps are about ballistics.
First Look: Walker's ATACS Sport Earbuds
Walker’s is known as a leader in hearing protection and enhancement and now they are releasing their most ergonomic electronic sound management system yet for shooters and hunters.
Silencer Central Announces New Website
Silencer Central has debuted a new website and logo. The redesigned site further streamlines the buying experience and provides more versatile tools for suppressor education and enhanced customer service.
5 Great Upgrades for Subcompact Pistols
The following products help to customize subcompact defensive handguns to better suit your needs.
Point Shooting Vs. Sighted Fire: Which is Better?
The battle rages on between point shooters and those who rely on sighted fire. Is there a true winner in that contest?
First Look: SIG Sauer SLX and SLH Suppressors
SIG Sauer is introducing the new SLX and SLH series of suppressors, both of which are designed to meet U.S. Military application standards.
First Look: Viridian HS1 Hand Stop Laser
Viridian Weapon Technologies is rolling out a game-changing hand stop laser, the HS1, which is now available with an infrared beam.
6 Great Hard-Sided Pistol Cases
Whether you're traveling, riding in a vehicle, or simply want a sturdier case for around the house, here's a look at six great hard-sided pistol cases.
Review: Diamondback DB9SL Handgun
Richard Mann takes an in-depth look at the Diamondback DB9SL chambered in 9 mm.
First Look: MasterPiece Arms MPA DS40 TT Competition Pistol
MasterPiece Arms (MPA) is rolling out the new MPA DS40 Travis Tomasie (TT) Competition Pistol.
First Look: Mission First Tactical Extreme Duty Polymer Magazine
Mission First Tactical introducing the MFT Extreme Duty Polymer Magazine for the 7.62 NATO round, available in a 10-round option.
Review: Tisas PX-9 Gen 2 Pistol
The Wonder Nine gets reimagined with a new 9 mm from SDS Imports.
Why We Need to Encourage New Shooters to Get Training
When we can, we need to tell the new shooter that they really need to learn to walk before they can run. And then we need to help them find the kind of training that will give them the basics of safe gun handling and marksmanship.
First Look: BulletSafe Vital Protection 3 Vest
The BulletSafe Vital Protection 3 (VP3) Vest is a new and significant addition to BulletSafe’s impressive collection of life-saving products.
AAC Suppressor Brand Relaunches
Advanced Armament Company (AAC), known as “The Silent Authority” and pioneering leader in firearm sound suppression since 1994, has restructured and relaunched.
Is the .357 Magnum the Best Option for Personal Defense?
Time and data have also unquestionably revealed that when compared to these semi-auto-pistol cartridges, the .357 Magnum does a better job at stopping bad guys.
First Look: Viridian Weapon Technologies HS1 Hand Stop Laser
Viridian Weapon Technologies is rolling out a game-changing hand stop laser, the HS1, which is now available with an infrared beam.
Walt Berger, Founder of Berger Bullets, Dies at 92
Walter Berger, founder of Berger Bullets and member of the Benchrest Hall of Fame since 1982, died on Sept. 19 in Mesa, AZ, surrounded by family and friends. He was 92 years old.