Shooting Illustrated
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First Look: Steiner M7Xi 4-28x56 Riflescope
Building on the success of the company's popular M5Xi riflescope, Steiner Optics raised the bar with the launch of the company's all-new M7Xi 4-28x56 optic.
I Carry: Springfield Armory XD-S 4.0 in a Bravo Concealment Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Springfield Armory XD-S 4.0 in a Bravo Concealment Torsion holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.
Leupold Offers Marine Corps' DMR Riflescope at NRA Annual Meetings
Want to get your hands on the same optic produced for the Marine Corps' Squad-Designated Marksman Rifle? Leupold will have a limited quantity available at the 2018 NRA Annual Meetings.
Vista Outdoor Plans 'Strategic Transformation'
Vista Outdoor announced plans to divest itself of a number of brands in a "strategic transformation," including Savage Arms.
33 New Concealed-Carry Guns for 2018
In the market for a solid concealed-carry gun? See all of the new options the firearm industry has to offer in 2018.
New for 2018: Ruger GP100 Match Champion in 10 mm Auto
The 10 mm Auto cartridge is making a comeback in a number of platforms, and the latest introduction is the Ruger GP100 Match Champion revolver.
New for 2018: Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact 3.6-Inch
Smith & Wesson shortened its M&P M2.0 Compact pistol series even further with the introduction of the company's new 3.6-inch barreled variant.
40 New Tactical Rifles for 2018
This year, gun manufacturers stepped up efforts to provide innovative tactical rifles to consumers, ranging from long-range precision platforms to modern sporting guns. Check out these new models here.
5 Self-Defense Tips for Women
Self-defense is not solely the responsibility of men, nor should it be. Here are tips for women looking to empower themselves with a personal-defense handgun.
New for 2018: TriStar Compact 12-Gauge Shotgun
TriStar Arms expanded its shotgun offerings in 2018 to include the radically different Compact 12-gauge shotgun.
First Look: Ultradyne C4 Sighting System
With the launch of its new C4 sighting system, Ultradyne is changing the way traditional iron sights operate. See how the unique setup works here.
Trijicon Donates Commemorative ACOG to NRA Museum
After manufacturing its one millionth ACOG battle sight, Trijicon donated a commemorative optic to the NRA Museum to celebrate the milestone.
Review: Kel-Tec SUB-2000 Gen 2 Carbine
There’s a lot to like about the Kel-Tec SUB-2000 pistol-caliber carbine, not the least of which is the “Bondian” feel to a folding rifle. Several years ago, the company improved the line with a Gen 2 model.
New for 2018: Langdon Tactical Beretta 92 Elite LTT
Designed in a collaboration between Beretta and Ernest Langdon of Langdon Tactical, the Beretta 92 Elite LTT is purpose-built to provide Beretta pistol fans with what the two companies call the "ultimate 92 package."
Your Car is Your Castle: Keeping a Car Gun Secured
Why should you keep a secure safe point in your car? There are a number of situations that can call for having a gun secured in a vehicle. We consider the scenarios here.
First Look: Elevated Technologies 'The Slide' Red-Dot Mount
Designed to help modern sporting rifle owners co-witness their electronic optics with iron sights, The Slide from Elevated Technologies provides enhanced flexibility in optics mounting.
First Look: Crimson Trace Kimber K6s Master Series Lasergrips
Crimson Trace expanded its popular line of revolver Lasergrips to include a new Master Series model fit exactly for the Kimber K6s .357 Mag. revolver.
Review: Leupold Mark 5HD 5-25x56 mm Riflescope
When you care enough to send the very best (ammo), your riflescope should be up to the task. The Leupold Mark 5HD certainly is.
22 New Tactical Precision Rifles for 2018
Long-range shooting is all the rage today, and companies are answering the call with new tactical precision rifles designed to drill targets at extreme distances.
Glock Remains Top Choice for Law Enforcement Sidearm in 2018
After the launch of the company's Gen 5 series of handguns, Glock continues to supply law-enforcement agencies across the nation with handguns, including more than a dozen new agencies in 2018.