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: BulletSafe Bulletproof Vest
BulletSafe recently introduced its Bulletproof Vest, which features a Level IIIA standard safety rating.
What's So Great About the .357 SIG?
For those who think you can’t have a cartridge capable of delivering magnum-like performance without the excessive recoil that’s typically associated with it, think again.
First Look: Helix 6 Carbon Fiber Rifle Barrels
Helix 6 Precision is known for making high-quality carbon fiber rifle barrels for a number of cartridges and lengths.
Why Do Handguns Have Lightening Cuts on the Slide?
When modifications become popular affectations, you can end up dating yourself.
First Look: Tasmanian Tiger Modular Trooper Pack
Proforce Equipment, Inc., recently introduced the TT Modular Trooper Pack, a backpack designed for military or tactical use with all-day comfort that is built on Tasmanian Tiger’s V2-Carrying System.
Review: Uncle Mike's CCW OWB Handgun Holster
Uncle Mike's upped their game with the CCW OWB handgun holster. David Workman has the full review.
I Carry: Smith & Wesson M&P9 M2.0 4" Compact Optics-Ready Pistol with Bushnell RXS-250 Red Dot
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 4" Compact optics-ready pistol in 9 mm with a Bushnell RXS-250 red dot carried in a Henry Holsters Flint holster.
Colt New Frontier Model Revolver Made for John F. Kennedy
A Colt intended for President Kennedy extols the storied ties between the White House and the NRA.
How to Deal with Tunnel Vision
Tunnel vision is a phenomenon that occurs when we focus on a particular threat. Sheriff Jim Wilson talks about how you can deal with this to improve your self defense training.
First Look: DeSantis Slim-Tuk for Springfield Hellcat RDP
DeSantis introduced two new holsters for the Springfield Hellcat RDP, including the Slim-Tuk and Mini-Scabbard.
Review: Fix It Sticks Mini All-in-One Torque Driver
Fans of red-dot sights on handguns just got a new, favorite tool with the Mini Fix It Sticks All-In-One Torque driver.
Review: Fix It Sticks Mini All-in-One Torque Driver
Fans of red-dot sights on handguns just got a new, favorite tool with the Mini Fix It Sticks All-In-One Torque driver.
How to Master True Concealment with Everyday Carry
Standing out in a crowd can be a good thing, but not when you’re carrying a concealed firearm.
First Look: German Precision Optics Spectra 6X Riflescope Line
German Precision Optics (GPO) is adding six new riflescopes to their line of high-grade optics under the Spectra 6X moniker.
Review: Sentry Solutions Tuf-Glide Dry Lubricant Products
Cleaning a firearm and keeping it lubricated doesn't have to be an onerous task, thanks to products like Sentry Solutions' Tuf-Glide dry lubricant products.
How to Build Shooting Skills Without Burning Through Your Ammo
Having trouble finding ammunition or getting to the range? Here is a great way to maintain your skills without using precious ammo.
How to Build Shooting Skills Without Burning Through Your Ammo
Having trouble finding ammunition or getting to the range? Here is a great way to maintain your skills without using precious ammo.
First Look: SIG Sauer Custom Works 1911 Equinox Handgun
SIG Sauer recently introduced the Custom Works 1911, a limited edition handgun chambered in .45 ACP.
How to Solve Interruptions in the Cycle of Operation
You have learned how to load and unload your new defensive pistol, but what do you do when the gun unexpectedly quits working while you are shooting?
Smith & Wesson Sets Quarterly Net Sales Record, Doubling Last Year’s Figures
Smith & Wesson’s latest quarterly report—issued last week for the three-month period ending Jan. 31—reflects a 102.2 percent increase over the same timeframe last year.