Shooting Illustrated

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Beretta Ships Last M9 to U.S. Military

Thu, 09/09/2021 - 07:50

The first week of September closed a chapter on small arms for the United States military, as Beretta USA shipped its last M9 to the U.S. Military.

First Look: Mossberg MVP Patrol in .300 BLK

Thu, 09/09/2021 - 07:45

Now O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. is expanding their MVP Patrol bolt-action rifle series with a new rifle chambered in .300 AAC Blackout (.300 BLK).

First Look: DeSantis Thumb Break & Speed Scabbard Holsters

Wed, 09/08/2021 - 06:00

Two handgun holsters from DeSantis, the Thumb Break & Speed Scabbard, showcase the company's build quality.

How to Refine Your Trigger Press

Wed, 09/08/2021 - 05:45

Jeff Cooper called it the Baja California shot, a hit landing low-left from the point-of-aim due to jerking the trigger. Imagine shooting at a map of the United States and you’ll get the idea. True for a right-handed shooter, I suppose we could call it the Florida shot for a left-handed shooter, although I never heard the Colonel describe it that way.

New Quarterly Sales Record for Smith & Wesson

Tue, 09/07/2021 - 04:50

Firearm sales nationwide have cooled compared to last year’s scalding pace, although the latest quarterly report from Smith & Wesson indicates the trend hasn’t affected the legendary firm.

Review: Leupold Mark 4 20-60x80 mm TMR Spotting Scope

Fri, 09/03/2021 - 07:00

Leupold's Mark 4 spotting scope is ideal for long-range enthusiasts.

2021 New Optics Guide: Riflescopes

Fri, 09/03/2021 - 02:30

While the hot-as-magma market for guns and ammunition has dominated the news, optics are also selling at a record pace. Fortunately, optics manufacturers have been able to develop and introduce a dizzying array of new products, including line enhancements, feature-rich budget options and technological marvels that were once unaffordable to anyone not named Bezos, but are now approaching price points where many shooters can make use of them. 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.

I Carry: Girsan MC9 T Pistol in a PHLster Floodlight Holster

Fri, 09/03/2021 - 02:15

Today on "I Carry" we have a Girsan MC9 T pistol in a PHLster Floodlight holster with a CRKT Bivy pocketknife.

First Look: Cold Steel Recon Scout Knife

Thu, 09/02/2021 - 09:30

Cold Steel recently developed the Recon Scout in 3V, a new combat knife that is based on the company’s popular Trail Master Bowie.

FN Upgrades SCAR Versatility

Thu, 09/02/2021 - 09:00

FN America has introduced the long-awaited non-reciprocating charging handle (NRCH) upgrade is now available for all FN SCAR semi-automatic models.

First Look: High Speed Gear Core Plate Carrier

Thu, 09/02/2021 - 07:00

High Speed Gear (HSGI) is coming out with a brand-new low-profile Core Plate Carrier for use with small, medium, large, and x-large body armor plates.

First Look: SIG Sauer Custom Works P365 Fire Control Unit

Thu, 09/02/2021 - 07:00

Now SIG Sauer Custom Works is introducing a stand-alone version of the trigger group inside the P365 as the P365 Custom Works Fire Control Unit.

First Look: Holosun Optics AEMS Reflex Sight

Wed, 09/01/2021 - 11:30

Holosun, long known for its carbine-ready red-dot sights and pistol-slide-mounted handgun optics, has a new reflex sight for 2021.

2021 New Optics Guide: Binoculars & Spotting Scopes

Wed, 09/01/2021 - 07:40

While the hot-as-magma market for guns and ammunition has dominated the news, optics are also selling at a record pace. Fortunately, optics manufacturers have been able to develop and introduce a dizzying array of new products, including line enhancements, feature-rich budget options and technological marvels that were once unaffordable to anyone not named Bezos, but are now approaching price points where many shooters can make use of them. Whatever your needs or budget, we’ve got several binoculars and spotting scopes to fit your needs.

First Look: FN 502 Tactical Optics-Ready .22 LR

Wed, 09/01/2021 - 06:45

FN America recently introduced the FN 502 Tactical, which is the company's first-ever .22 LR pistol. Conveniently, the FN 502 Tactical in .22 LR is optics-ready, making it the industry's first rimfire pistol to offer the capability of a slide-mounted red dot.

First Look: Birchwood Casey Texas Star Plinking Target

Wed, 09/01/2021 - 06:30

Birchwood Casey is known for making targets and shooting support gear and now the company is rolling out the Texas Star Plinking Target, a new piece of range gear designed to make your training sessions both productive and exciting.

First Look: Adams Arms AA19 9 mm Handgun

Tue, 08/31/2021 - 07:30

Adams Arms is a pioneer of the piston-driven AR platform. Now they are coming out with the new AA19, a performance-driven compact 9 mm Luger handgun that combines their years of experience with handgun barrel and slide innovations with their mission of elevating firearm reliability and performance.