Shooting Illustrated
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Are Percussion Revolvers and Single-Shot Muzzleloaders Obsolete?
It’s known that firearms can serve for a long time after they’re no longer cutting edge. Flintlocks held on long into the percussion era. During the American Civil War, plenty of cavalry units, especially local militias, turned up with single-shot pistols despite Colt’s revolvers having been on the market for a while by then.
German Police Department Converts to Blackhawk Holsters
Blackhawk’s German distributor, Helmut Hofmann, has been awarded a contract from the Niedersachsen Police Department in Germany for new duty holsters from Blackhawk’s T-Series Holster line.
First Look: CZ P-10 F Competition-Ready Pistol
The new P-10 F Competition-Ready has a barrel and slide that are a half-inch longer than the full-size model, which provides a longer sight radius.
Review: Colt Anaconda Revolver
We cannot lie: Colt’s latest revolver oozes class—and power. The new Anaconda is impressive and tough.
I Carry: Taurus G3 TORO Pistol in a Kinetic Concealment Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Taurus G3 TORO optics-ready pistol equipped with a Bushnell RXS-100 red-dot sight and carried in a Kinetic Concealment outside-the-waistband holster.
Solving Issues with Brass Casings
Recently, while shooting a Norinco SKS, I experienced a failure to go into battery. Upon removing the cartridge, I found the round to be “shrouded” by another brass casing.
Handgun Grip Vs. Hold: What's the Difference?
Grip and hold on the firearm are often viewed by handgun shooters as one and the same. However, seasoned defensive and competitive shooters break down handgun shooting stability into two distinctly but equally essential subcomponents: grip versus hold.
First Look: FN America FN 303 Tactical Less Lethal Launcher
New from FN America is the FN 303 Tactical Less Lethal Launcher with a modular chassis system that allows operators and armorers to quickly customize the buttstock, grip or sighting system.
Wilson Combat Unveils Their Latest Expansion
Wilson Combat recently underwent a $10 million upgrade to its facilities, which will help the company keep pace with ever-growing demand.
Springfield Armory Donates Firearms, Equipment to Lake Ozark PD
Springfield Armory has donated guns and equipment to the city of Lake Ozark (MO) Police Department to ensure its officers can effectively protect and serve the law-abiding citizens in its jurisdiction.
First Look: Diamondback Sidekick Rimfire Revolver
Diamondback Firearms is introducing the Diamondback Sidekick, a 9-shot, single- and double-action rimfire revolver that has an interchangeable swing-out cylinder.
Mossberg 500 and 590: America’s Defensive Shotguns
Since 1961, the O.F. (Oscar Frederick) Mossberg company has sold more than 11 million of its Model 500 pump-action shotguns, making it the most popular shotgun of all time, if not one of the most sold guns in any category, period.
Customizing the Colt Detective Special
Got a gun with that has seen better days? Perhaps Grandpa’s favorite gun was obviously “well loved?” Talented gunsmiths and other artisans are out there who can give your favorite firearm a much-needed face-lift.
First Look: Dead Air Armament Primal Suppressor
Dead Air Armament is adding the Primal, a new.46-caliber magnum rated suppressor to their lineup of firearms sound suppressors.
9/11 20 Years Later: A Special Smith & Wesson
There are still heroes in this world. We mourn the loss of one some 20 years later on the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.
Why Defensive Firearms Training is So Important
Yes, you may never have to fire your handgun in defense of your life or family, but the possibility always exists.
Why You Should Add Movement to Your Defensive Plan
Once the armed citizen has advanced to the point that he or she can draw and shoot their defensive handgun safely, accurately and quickly, it would be a very good idea to start adding movement to the defensive response. Movement has the potential to momentarily confuse and surprise an attacker, allowing the citizen to gain a bit of advantage.
Review: Smith & Wesson Shield Plus
In retrospect, Smith & Wesson had nobody to blame for the situation but themselves. The company didn’t invent the subcompact, lightweight, single-stack nine, of course. Walther and Beretta had preceded the original Shield to market by a few years with the PPS and the Nano, respectively, and Kahr had more or less created the niche back in the 1990s.
I Carry: Ruger LCP II Pistol in a Blue Force Gear Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we feature the Ruger LCP II Lite Rack .22 LR pistol in a Blue Force Gear pocket holster along with a CRKT Sketch pocketknife.
2021 New Optics Guide
Whatever your needs or budget, we’ve got info on the latest tactical, long-range, self-defense and concealed-carry optics in our annual guide.