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: Springfield Armory Kuna 9mm Pistol
A lightweight, large-format pistol built for the long haul.
Review: Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger LCR 32 H&R Mag. Revolver
Your new favorite +1.
First Look: Bravo Company Mod 3 AR-15 Stock
A lightweight option for your next build.
First Look: SecureIt Tactical True Safe
A heavy-duty fireproof firearms storage solution.
IMNHO: From DIY to OMG
DIY customization can result in happy accidents, but mostly unhappy ones until you know what you’re doing.
Defining Competency Standards For Concealed Carry
What is the baseline level of skill needed for the defensive pistol?
First Look: SIG Sauer Romeo RS Dot Sight
Available in either RMSc or Deltapoint Pro footprints.
Shell Game
In the March 2018 edition of this column, I wrote about NovX ammunition. I mention this because NovX loads its ammunition in steel NAS3 cases.
First Look: Laser Ammo Smokeless Range Gen 3
Effective practice at almost location without firing a shot.
The Door Gun
Keep your friends close, and your defensive firearm closer.
First Look: Kydex Hook and Loop Insert plates From Gritr
Add a kydex holster to your everyday carry gear.
The Concealed Carry Mindset
Preparation can go a long way toward defending yourself from harm.
I Carry: FN America Reflex XL MRD in a Safariland IncogX Holster
And we're adding a Sightmark red dot.
First Look: Outdoor Edge Razor HTX Knives
Multi-purpose knives designed for the great outdoors.
Adams Arms Returning this Summer
The goal of the new owners is to reintroduce Adams Arms’ previous product lines
First Look: Springfield Armory Saint Victor Pistol 5.56 NATO
A compact large format pistol with a lot of nice features.
Roundup: SIG Sauer P365 Accessories
Customize your P365 to your liking.
First Look: The Return of the Franklin Armory Reformation
A unique take on a firearm is once again available for sale.
First Look: New Red Dot Accessories from Meprolight
Adding a red dot optic to your firearm just got a little easier.
Roundup: AR-15 Carbine Stocks
Add a custom touch to America's most-popular rifle.