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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Beretta M9 vs Beretta 92FS
Both pistols are products of the U.S. military's search for a new defensive pistol.
First Look: PHLster Holsters for the Taurus GX4 Series
New models of the Skeleton and Enigma Express now available for two popular carry guns.
First Look: Viridian Green Dot Sights For Taurus Pistols
Two different sizes are available that are specifically designed to work with your Taurus pistol.
The Age-Old Debate
Are revolvers out of date? Not hardly, says Sheriff Jim.
Review: Law Tactical ARIC Pistol Plate
Add more control to your large format pistol without adding a brace.
First Look: Armasight Collector 320 and Collector 640 Thermal Sights
Designed with night-time activities against predators and invasive species in mind.
New Guns for 2024
As more Americans buy guns for personal protection, new offerings for that expanding market abound. Never before has there been such a wide selection of purpose-built firearms for self-defense.
First Look: Springfield Armory Long-Action Model 2020 Waypoint Rifles
Chambered in a variety of calibers with two different camouflage patterns.
First Look: New Optics Mounts from Reptilia AUS
Ideal for use with night vision gear.
The Classics: Mauser C78 Revolver
Mauser’s “Zig-Zag” revolver offered a different take on Samuel Colt’s best-known invention.
The Beginner's Guide To Defensive Knives
Too close for guns. Time for Plan B.
First Look: Galco Revenger Holster
A premium OWB holster sized for medium to large-framed models with three inch barrels
Pistol Standards: Delta 2
Drill practice involves isolating an individual part of a skill and focusing intently on improving or mastering it.
First Look: Popzulu Eye Protection
A new line of stylish, ballistic-rated eye protection.
Reloading On The Fly
No reloading technique seems fast enough when bullets are flying, but a few simple gadgets may accelerate the process.
First Look: Apex Optic Mount Holoson 509T for the SIG P320
Includes a raised front and rear iron sight for a lower 25-percent co-witness.
Tech Wisdom: Plastic Training Ammunition?
A gun show trip turns up to be an unusual kind of training ammunition.
I Carry: Taurus GX4XL Pistol in a JM Custom Kydex Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we have a Taurus GX4XL 9 mm pistol in a JM Custom Kydex AIWB Wing Claw 2.5 holster along with a C&H Precision EDC RMSC red-dot sight.
First Look: Howa H7 In Kings Camo
A proven performer gets a new look.
First Look: New Barrel Lengths For The Colt Python
Now available in 2.5 and 5 inch versions.