Shooting Illustrated
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First Look: Bear Edge Model 61103 EDC Knife
Designed for easy pocket carry, the Bear Edge Model 61103 lightweight pocket knife is proudly made in America.
Concealed-Carry Basics: Tips From a Professional
New to concealed carry? Here are some tips from a professional to help get you started in the right direction.
2018 Rifle of the Year: Savage Arms MSR Line
When personal protection is your goal, you demand the best to ensure your safety and survival. Combining innovation, performance, value and superior quality, this year’s Rifle of the Year award goes to not just one rifle but all four rifles rolled out in the Savage Arms MSR lineup.
Fightin' Iron: The Marine Corps Ka-Bar Knife
Among U.S. Marines’ combat gear, the Ka-Bar is especially prized.
First Look: The Bolt Lever TBL9A
Designed to replace the standard bolt catch in a mil-spec AR-15 lower receiver, The Bolt Lever's TBL9A provides increased speed during operation.
2018 Handgun of the Year: FN America FN 509
When personal protection is your goal, you demand the best to ensure your safety and survival. Combining innovation, performance, value and superior quality, this year’s Handgun of the Year award went to the FN 509 from FN America.
Multiple Companies Abandon Dick's Sporting Goods
The firearm and sporting goods industry is removing its inventory from the shelves of Dick's Sporting Goods after the company's recent actions against the Second Amendment.
First Look: PepperBall LifeLite FlashLauncher
The first-ever civilian-accessible PepperBall self-defense tool arrived to the market in 2018 in the form of the LifeLite FlashLauncher, a less-lethal personal-protection device with multiple uses.
New for 2018: Springfield Armory TRP 10 mm RMR
Springfield Armory partnered with Trijicon on the release of its all-new TRP 10 mm 1911, which comes equipped with an RMR reflex sight.
First Look: MTM 3-Can .50-Caliber Ammo Crate
Designed for weatherproof storage, the 3-can .50-caliber Ammo Crate allows shooters to store and transport ammo and gear for anything up to .50-caliber firearms with ease.
Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact Torture Test: 1,500 Rounds In
We’re nearing the home stretch as we hit the 1,500-round-mark in our testing of the Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact.
I Carry: H&K VP9 Tactical in a CrossBreed SnapSlide Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Heckler & Koch VP9 Tactical in a CrossBreed SnapSlide holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.
Skills Check: Extended-Range Handgun Drill
Being able to determine distances in wide-open, public places could give you the upper hand in a life-threatening encounter. This extended-range drill will give you the skills you need to shoot at distance.
New for 2018: Smith & Wesson Performance Center SW22 Victory Pistol
Two new additions to the Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory rimfire pistol lineup are fine-tuned for competition by the company's Performance Center shop.
First Look: SIG Sauer BDX Rangefinder and Riflescope System
In an effort to get shooters and hunters on target faster than ever, SIG Sauer developed its innovative BDX system, enabling rangefinders and riflescopes to communicate and build a pinpoint shooting solution.
Review: Mossberg 500 ATI Tactical Shotgun
Outfitted with tailor-made furniture, the Mossberg Model 1500 ATI Tactical makes the venerable shotgun even better suited for personal protection.
Bushnell Recognizes Bryce Towsley for Lifetime Achievement
Longtime Shooting Illustrated contributor Bryce Towsley received the Bill McRae Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2018 NRA Annual Meetings in Dallas, TX.
First Look: Leupold VX-4.5HD Service Rifle Optic
Designed for use in High Power Service Rifle competitions, the all-new Leupold VX-4.5HD Service Rifle Optic fits the narrow standards that govern these popular competitive shoots.
Review: Savage Arms 110 Scout Rifle
Savage Arms reintroduces a new take on a versatile classic with the launch of the Model 110 Scout rifle.
First Look: SIG Sauer 365 Elite Performance Ammunition
Inspired by the company's micro-compact P365 pistol, SIG Sauer launched its 365 Elite Performance Ammunition designed specifically for sub-compact handguns.