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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Review: Galco KingTuk IWB Handgun Holster
David Workman reviews Galco's KingTuk IWB handgun holster, which features premium leather and a Kydex shell for long-lasting comfort.
Review: IWI Zion-15 Rifle
Eric Conn takes an in-depth look at IWI's newest introduction to the American market, the IWI Zion-15 chambered in 5.56 NATO.
First Look: Inforce Wild2 Aluminum Handgun Light
Inforce recently introduced its new Wild2, a handgun light made with an aluminum construction.
Firearms Training Starts with Having the Right Attitude
When it comes to firearms training and personal defense, there's no better starting point than having the right attitude.
I Carry: Colt Night Cobra Revolver in a Galco Holster
Today on "I Carry" we have a Colt Night Cobra revolver in a Galco Combat Master holster along with a Kershaw Highball pocketknife.
U.S. Coast Guard Selects Glock As Service Pistol
The U.S. Coast Guard recently selected Glock pistols for use in its services.
First Look: Red Arrow Weapons RAW10 Rifle
Red Arrow Weapons recently introduced the RAW10 rifle, an AR-10-style rifle chambered in .308 Winchester.
Is Hornady's 6 mm ARC the Best AR-15 Round Ever Made?
Hornady’s new 6 mm ARC is designed to push the AR-15-based rifle system to new lengths.
Review: Grey Man Tactical Vehicle Seat Back Organizer
When it comes time to respond to a crisis, having all your gear in one place is invaluable. Jay Grazio takes a look at Grey Man Tactical's Vehicle Seat Back Organizer, a great tool for shooters.
Is The Glaser Safety Slug Good for Self Defense?
Glaser’s interesting Safety Slug is still available, but is it viable? Richard Mann takes a look at the Glaser Safety Slug and data related to its use.
First Look: Viridian EON Red Dot Optics
Viridian recently introduced two new optics, the EON 1x20 and EON 1x35, two red-dot optics that will be available through Rural King.
Get Off My Lawn: Great WWII Guns for Home Defense
While purpose-built, modern firearms are all the rage for personal protection, don’t discount that old World War II gun for home defense.
Winchester Assumes Operational Control of Lake City Ammo Plant
Winchester recently announced that it will take over full management of the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, MO.
First Look: XS Sights Pink DXT2 Big Dot Tritium Night Sight
XS Sights pledged its support as a company to Breast Cancer Awareness Month and is now offering the DXT2 Big Dot Tritium Night Sight in Pink.
The SVD Dragunov Rifle
If you think the concept of a designated-marksman rifle is new, guess again. Martin K.A. Morgan takes a look at the SVD Dragunov.
Is This the Ultimate Modern Fighting Revolver?
Caleb Giddings recently built a customized Smith & Wesson 686 Plus with several excellent upgrades. The question is, Is this the ultimate Modern Fighting Revolver?
First Look: Blackwater Sentry 12 Shotgun
Blackwater Firearms recently introduced the Sentry 12, a pump-action, magazine-fed shotgun ideally designed for law enforcement and home defense situations.
First Shots: Silencer Central Banish 45 Suppressor
Ed Friedman takes an in-depth look at SIlencer Central's Banish 45 suppressor, which offers a wide variety of applications.
5 Great Aftermarket Upgrades for the SIG P320
Amp-up your SIG Sauer P320 with these aftermarket improvements.
The .380 ACP Made Better: Federal Hydra-Shok Deep & Punch Handgun Ammo
Richard Mann takes a look at two loads from Federal Premium that deliver excellent penetration and expansion from the .380 Auto.