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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Fightin' Iron: The Beretta Cx4 Storm
Several years ago, the legendary Italian armsmaker Beretta introduced a new gun. Off and on for nearly 500 years, the company has done so many times. Beretta is easily the oldest continuously operated firearm maker in history.
How to Improve Home Defense with a Security Camera
Adding a security camera you can monitor from your smartphone can help create a layered defense system for your home and provide advanced notice of a potential threat.
Federal’s 22 Punch
The ever-continuing quest for the magic bullet has not subsided. In fact, as we journey through this new century, bullet and ammunition manufacturers are continuing to develop better projectiles for all shooting disciplines.
First Look: CrossBreed Rogue Holster
CrossBreed Holsters is rolling out its new Rogue holster, the company’s first all-Kydex holster system.
Why Trigger Jerk Is A Myth
For, well, ever, shooters have been taught to avoid “trigger jerk” when shooting, particularly handguns. There’s practically a whole industry around diagnosing and correcting this horrible imperfection in one’s shooting. But, it’s all based on a myth.
How Body Language Impacts Personal Defense
Sheriff Jim Wilson talks about how body language is a huge ingredient to personal defense.
First Look: Taurus GX4 TORO
Taurus recently introduced the next iteration of its popular GX4 micro-compact pistol, the Taurus GX4 TORO (Taurus Optic Ready Option).
Why Ankle Holsters are a Great Option for Concealed Carry
While it may seem impractical at first, few rigs possess the utility of an ankle holster.
Vista Outdoor Foundation Helps SSSF
Vista Outdoor Foundation (VOF) has awarded a multi-year grant to the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) to support its volunteer coach education initiative, specific to the shooting sports and youth development.
I Carry: Smith & Wesson 351PD Revolver in a DeSantis Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Smith & Wesson Model 351PD AirLite .22 Magnum revolver carried in a DeSantis Pocket Tuk holster along with an Allett Hybrid Card wallet.
Review: Tara TM-9X
Before you dismiss the Tara TM-9X pistol as derivative, take a closer look.
First Look: Bear Edge 61123 Knife
Bear Edge Knives makes affordable-priced knives for everyday use and carry, and now for 2021 they are introducing the new Bear Edge 61123.
Review: Smith & Wesson M&P 12
Smith & Wesson envisions the possible future of pump shotguns and makes a strong move to the front with the M&P 12.
First Look: Bushmaster Bravo Zulu Rifles
Bushmaster recently launched its Bravo Zulu line of AR-15 rifles, which will be available in five different configurations.
Barrett Produces 1,000th MRAD MK22
The 1,000th MRAD (Multi-Role Adaptive Design) Mark 22 MOD 0 (MK22) rifle destined for use in the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Advanced Sniper Rifle and United States Army Precision Sniper Rifle programs rolled out of Barrett Firearms Manufacturing in November.
Silencer Central Cyber Monday Sale
Silencer Central's Cyber Monday Sale allows customers who buy a Banish .223, Banish 30, Banish 30 Gold, or Banish 45 to receive a Banish 22K, a titanium rimfire silencer that weighs in at 2.45 ounces, for free.
First Look: Springfield Armory Ronin EMP
Springfield Armory recently announced the newest addition to its award-winning family of 1911s with the Ronin EMP.
The Importance of Communication for Personal Defense
The stress and confusion of a violent criminal attack is not the place to try to work up a system of communication.
First Look: Kimber Rapide Dawn & Scorpius 1911 Pistols
Kimber recently introduced two new models of 1911s, the Dawn & Scorpius, to the Rapide family.
First Look: MasterPiece Arms DS9 Commander Pistol
MasterPiece Arms (MPA) is known for making high-performance pistols, chassis systems and bolt-action rifles, and now the company is adding the new MPA DS9 Commander to the wide-body, double-stack 1911 pistol lineup.