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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Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact Torture Test: 1,250 Rounds In
Starting on the second thousand rounds of our torture test of the Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact, we had one incident worth noting.
First Look: Leupold QRW2 and PRW2 Scope Rings
Expanding its extensive line of scope rings for 2018, Leupold announced the launch of its QRW2 and PRW2 scope rings.
First Look: Bear Edge Model 61104 Pocket Knife
Built to offer consumers a lightweight, easy-use folding knife for daily carry, the Model 61104 from Bear Edge is great for any EDC kit.
Range Review: Nighthawk Custom Ladyhawk 2.0
Nighthawk Custom enhanced its Ladyhawk 1911 offering with a 2.0 model, providing consumers with a beautiful-looking handgun built for daily carry. How does it hold up at the range? We found out here.
First Look: Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory Target Model
Smith & Wesson expanded its SW22 Victory pistol lineup with the new Target Model designed to enhance the gun's competition chops.
First Look: CMMG DefCan Suppressors
With the launch of its own DefCan suppressor lineup, CMMG enables consumers to protect their hearing on the range and in the field.
First Look: CMMG Banshee Rifles and Pistols
The new Banshee line from CMMG is a collection of short-barreled rifles and AR-style pistols designed to be lightweight and compact.
I Carry: Ruger Security-9 in a DeSantis SOF-TUCK Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Ruger Security-9 in a DeSantis Gunhide SOF-TUCK holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.
Review: Faxon Firearms ARAK-21
With the ARAK-21 from Faxon Firearms, consumers have access to elements of a little-known design from a half century past.
First Look: Comp-Tac CTAC IWB Holster
Designed for warm-weather wear, the CTAC IWB holster from Comp-Tac is billed as a solid option for your concealed-carry kit.
Navy Awards Contract for Modular Body Armor
The contract to supply modular body armor to U.S. Navy security forces has been awarded to two manufacturers.
New for 2018: Cobalt Kinetics Model 27 Rifle
With the design of the Cobalt Kinetics Model 27 rifle, consumers have access to a product that blends the modern-day benefits of the AR platform with a traditional feel.
Offset Backup Iron Sights for Your AR-15: Worth It?
When he first encountered offset backup iron sights designed for an AR-style rifle, our Rifles editor wasn't too impressed. Here are his thoughts now.
First Look: Nikon P-Tactical SPUR Reflex Sight
Nikon joined the market of red-dot reflex optics with the launch of the company's P-Tactical SPUR sight.
First Look: Firefield AR Cleaning Kit
In need of an inexpensive, compact cleaning kit for your AR-style rifle? This setup from Firefield will fit perfectly in your range bag.
XS Sight Systems AR-15 Armorer's Block
Whether building your own or simply adding optics, having a solid mount for your upper is critical.
Bravo Concealment BCA Holster and Magazine Pouch
Sturdy, simple and comfortable is a great combination for gear.
Skills Check: Shooting At Distance
One of the nation’s most-acclaimed trainers of defensive-firearms use has changed a drill to meet student’s needs, but don’t think for a moment that makes things any easier.
How To Fix Shooting Low
What do you do when shots keep hitting well-below your aiming point?
Shoulder Holsters and Hip Holsters
Just because some handgun-carry methods are popular and practical doesn’t mean they’re ideal for everyone.