Shooting Illustrated
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Hornady Expands With New Production Facility
Hornady completed construction on an all-new facility in Grand Island, NE. Production and shipping began in October 2018.
10 Budget-Priced .22 Rifles Under $200
Rimfire rifles have long been the foundation upon which shooters build skills, thanks to the inexpensive nature of the guns and the .22 LR ammo they shoot. Here are 10 of the most-affordable rimfire rifles available now.
Range Review: Ruger 10/22 Target Lite
The latest flavor in the Ruger 10/22 rifle lineup, the 10/22 Target Lite is loaded with many modern-day features that help rimfire fans excel at the range.
New for 2018: Ruger Custom Shop 10/22 Competition
One of the first introductions out from the Ruger Custom Shop is the tuned 10/22 Custom, perfect for today's fast-growing Precision Rimfire competitions.
Range Review: Springfield Armory XD-E in .45 ACP
Though not as celebrated as the company's 9 mm model, the Springfield Armory XD-E in .45 ACP offers big-bore fans a solid concealed-carry gun with the less-common DA/SA operation.
Purpose-Built Defensive Ammo: Find It and Use It
Just because you've settled on one particular defensive load doesn't mean there aren't other useful rounds out there. Sheriff Jim shares a learning experience he had with a Mojave rattler.
New for 2018: Ruger Custom Shop SR1911 Competition
One of the first offerings from the Ruger Custom Shop, the SR1911 Competition provides competitive shooters with an added edge in today's fast-paced pistol shoots.
Range Review: DoubleStar ARP7
Loaded with many DoubleStar-exclusive innovations, the DoubleStar ARP7 might be one of the most-controllable AR pistols on the market today.
Concealed-Carry 1911s: A Love-Hate Relationship
Sometimes when you get back with your ex, you suddenly remember why you broke up. Such was my experience with the 1911, a design I used for concealed carry often.
I Carry: S&W Model 638 in a Kramer Leather Pocket Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Smith & Wesson Model 638 inside a Kramer Leather pocket holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.
Cordova Named Official NRA-Licensed Cooler
Keep your drinks ice-cold while representing your Second Amendment pride. Invest in Cordova Coolers, now the official licensed cooler of the National Rifle Association.
The Thompson at Anzio: Last Stand of S/N 169807
The Thompson submachine gun, also known as the “Chicago Typewriter,” had a distinguished military career in addition to its Prohibition-era prominence.
Ruger Opens First-Ever Custom Shop
After 70 years in business, Ruger announced the launch of the company's first-ever Custom Shop, providing specialized designs to enthusiasts.
Hands-on With the Sightmark Ultra Shot M-Spec Reflex Sight
Looking for a reflex sight for your carbine? Sightmark’s affordable Ultra Shot M-Spec is worth consideration.
Maxim Defense PDW Brace: Shortening an AR Pistol
AR-style pistols equipped with stabilizing braces are incredibly popular due to their compact size, but how can you shorten it up even more? Add on the Maxim Defense CQB Pistol PDW Brace.
Field Review: Hornady .300 PRC
The editor-in-chief of NRA's American Hunter got to use the all-new Hornady .300 PRC in the field and learned about the need for this round while out there.
First Look: 1st Edition Blue Book of AR-15s & Variations
For the first time ever, the AR-15 has its own comprehensive value guide with the launch of the all-new "Blue Book of AR-15s & Variations."
Range Review: Crimson Trace Lasersaddle
How do you make the award-winning Mossberg Shockwave even better? Add the all-new side-mounted Lasersaddle from Crimson Trace.
Half-Cock Notch: Safe or Not?
Half-cock notches are found on shotguns, rifles, revolvers and pistols from a variety of manufacturers. Are they a dependable safety, though, or something best avoided?
Range Review: Remington V3 TAC-13 Compact
The latest in the shotshell-firing firearms world is the semi-automatic TAC-13 Compact, bringing the birdshead-capped concept to the semi-auto platform.