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: CRKT Du Hoc Knife
With inspiration from the rangers who scaled the cliffs of Pointe Du Hoc on D-Day in WWII, the CRKT Du Hoc is built as a solid self-defense blade.
First Look: ODIN Works AR-15 Billet Upper Receiver
This all-new upper receiver design from ODIN Works is a sleek choice for your next AR-15 build.
Savage Introduces 110 Tactical Line with AccuFit Stock
Savage continues to build on its growing line of AccuFit-equipped rifles with stock fits for the 110 Tactical line.
Rust-Prevention Tips for Your Guns
It is said that politicians and rust are a firearm’s only natural enemies. We have the NRA to help with the former. Here’s how you can stave off the latter.
First Look: Cordova 125 XL Cooler
Built as the biggest cooler in the Cordova company lineup, the 125 XL is ready for any adventure, thanks to its durable, hard-sided construction.
I Carry: Smith & Wesson M&P380 Shield EZ in a DeSantis Mini Scabbard Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Smith & Wesson M&P380 Shield EZ in a DeSantis Gunhide Mini Scabbard holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.
Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact Torture Test: 2,000 Rounds Complete
We have crossed the finish line in the 2,000 round testing of the Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact!
Train to Fight: Solid Defensive Habits for the Armed Citizen
Developing good habits for defense in training is vital for the armed citizen. These habits might one day save your life.
63 Brand-New Handguns Released in 2018
Handgun manufacturers stepped it up in 2018, flooding the market with a host of new options, from 1911s to revolvers to today's latest concealed-carry guns. See which of these belong in your collection.
U.S. Army Looking For Submachine Guns?
The U.S. Army is taking another look at the submachine gun as a more-discreet option for security forces.
Skills Check: The 3-Second Drill
Practice your shooting fundamentals with this straightforward yet challenging drill.
Aimpoint Launches New ACRO Series Sight
Aimpoint recently introduced its new line of red dot sights, the Aimpoint ACRO (Advance Compact Reflex Optic) Series, developed for use on pistols and other weapon platforms.
Review: Blackhawk SOLAG Recon Tactical Gloves
Designed to protect the hand during shooting and other scuff-potential exercises in the field, the SOLAG Recon gloves from Blackhawk are built tough and have a few innovative features.
42 All-New Rifles for 2018
In a year that was expected to be marked by a glut of ARs, gun manufacturers rose to the challenge of creating new and innovative rifles to excite a customer base that seemingly had seen it all.
Injured in an Attack? Stay in the Fight.
In any sort of fight, the possibility of injury is real. Be prepared to do what it takes to keep fighting and prevail.
3 Warning Signs on Your Range Brass
How do you know when you're having ammo trouble? Check out these warning signs on your spent brass.
First Look: Air Venturi Hellboy Tactical Air Rifle
Based on the popular M4 carbine used by the U.S. military, the Hellboy tactical air rifle from Air Venturi allows for inexpensive training and plinking fun with a real-feeling platform.
Magazine-Hoarding: Always Be Prepared
The “old days” weren’t always good, but taught us a valuable lesson about scarcity.
AR-15 Stock Installation: Tips & Tricks
Installing a new stock on your AR-15 is a fairly simple task, even for first-time owners. Here’s how to properly install a collapsible stock, along with a look at the latest generation of super-compact options on the market.
SIG Sauer and Max Michel Team Up to Prevent Suicide
SIG Sauer and Max Michel have partnered with the Active Heroes Foundation to raise money toward veteran services.