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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New for 2018: DoubleStar ARP7 Pistol
DoubleStar added together a number of its popular AR-15 pistol components together in one all-new platform: the ARP7.
New for 2018: Smith & Wesson Model 19 PC Carry Comp
For 2018, Smith & Wesson brought back the long-dormant Model 19, and one of the updated models is the Carry Comp designed for daily use.
5 Must-See Rifles at NRA Annual Meetings 2018
In addition to the popular AR-15 platform, other unique rifles also made an appearance at the 2018 NRA Annual Meetings.
New for 2018: Mossberg Shockwave in .410 Bore
Mossberg expanded its Shockwave models in 2018 with the launch of a new version chambered in .410 bore.
5 Hot AR-15s Seen at NRA Annual Meetings 2018
America's most popular rifle showed up in countless booths at the 2018 NRA Annual Meetings. Check out five cool AR-15s we saw on the show floor.
New for 2018: Springfield Armory Saint Pistol in .300 BLK
A new caliber joins the popular pistol lineup of the Springfield Armory Saint AR-15, giving consumers an option in .300 BLK.
Crimson Trace Offers 'Buy One, Get One' Light Promotion
Want a free light built for tactical use? Take advantage of the Crimson Trace "Buy One, Get One" Light Promotion.
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.