Shooting Illustrated
Shooting Illustrated brings you the latest from the firearm industry, specializing in home and personal defense, concealed carry, long-range shooting and tactical firearms and gear.
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First Look: Aker B02P Duty Belt
Now Aker International, Inc. is introducing the new B02P Duty Belt, a made in the USA duty belt that is purpose-built for tactical applications.
6 Patriotic American Flag Guns
David Workman rounds up six American flag guns to celebrate America's independence.
First Look: Wilson Combat SFX9 Solid Frame 9 mm
The new X9 family from Wilson Combat continues to evolve with the introduction of the new SFX9 solid frame models.
What's the Difference Between Red-Dot Sight Footprints?
Attaching a red-dot sight to a handgun is plenty useful, though choosing the right sight and footprint can be more than a little confusing.
How to Reload a Handgun for Defensive Shooting
Reloading a handgun for competition is one thing, but reloading for tactical or personal defense reasons is quite another.
I Carry Spotlight: American Firearms
Today on "I Carry" we have a special Independence Day Spotlight on uniquely American firearms. From large-format pistols to massive revolvers and bespoke 1911s, these are some truly American firearms.
First Look: Ruger LCP Max Ultra-Compact Pistol
Ruger is back again with the Ruger LCP Max, which is an ultra-compact pistol chambered in .380 ACP that has a capacity of 10+1 rounds.
Henry Raises $30,000 for 8-Year-Old Texas Boy’s Treatment
Henry Repeating Arms raised $30,000 with a ‘Guns For Great Causes’ campaign to benefit 8-year-old Kalel Hamilton of Leesburg, TX.
5 Most Common Handgun Upgrades
What are the five most common upgrades for a defensive handgun and how would you even discover that information?
First Look: Real Avid Master-Fit AR-15 Crowfoot Wrench Sets
Real Avid has just released their new Master-Fit AR-15 Crowfoot Wrench Sets specifically for building and modifying AR-15 rifles.
First Look: Smith & Wesson M&P15T II Rifle
Smith & Wesson Inc. is launching a new AR-15 pattern rifle, the M&P15T II, chambered in 5.56 NATO.
First Look: Hi-Point 995 & 4595 Special Edition Grand Union Flag
Hi-Point is putting a new twist on the company’s popular 9 mm and .45 ACP carbines that is being released just in time for America’s birthday.
Massachusetts State Police Upgrades to Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0
Smith & Wesson announced on June 24 that the Massachusetts State Police has transitioned to the Smith & Wesson M&P45 M2.0 as its official duty pistol.
A Complete Guide: Double-Action Revolvers for Defense
The double-action revolver is always worthy of consideration when someone sets out to select a personal defense gun.
First Look: New Handgun Fits for Galco KingTuk Cloud Holster
Galco's KingTuk holster is now available in even more holster applications.
Review: Trijicon IR-Patrol Thermal Monocular
Yes, thermal optics are expensive, but they can be an invaluable tool for home security and much more.
First Look: Blue Line Pump Shotgun
Blue Line, an importer of several established, though not necessarily well-known brands, has introduced this affordable copy of a base-model Remington 870.
First Look: Cold Steel Range Boss Folding Knife
Now they are coming out with the new Range Boss folding lockback for 2021, adding to their already extensive line of everyday carry folding knives.
I Carry: Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 4" Compact Optics-Ready Pistol with Sightmark Red Dot Sight
Today on "I Carry" we have a Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 4" Compact Optics-Ready pistol with a Sightmark Mini Shot M Spec red-dot sight carried in a JM Custom Kydex AIWB holster.
Why You Should Carry a Handgun Every Day
Sheriff Jim Wilson explains why carrying a handgun for personal defense is important to do on a daily, all-the-time basis.