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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Why Porting a Shotgun Barrel is Effective
One way to mitigate the 12-gauge’s mighty recoil is to port the barrel to relieve pressure before it hits your shoulder.
How is a Firearm Magazine is Designed and Tested?
This critical component of your semi-automatic firearm system is one of the most overlooked.
Gun Sales Remain Strong
Monthly firearm sales nationwide are down compared to the record-setting pace of 2020, but remain at a level that put 2021’s total in second place for volume.
First Look: WOOX Wild Man Rifle Stock for the Ruger 10/22
Now WOOX is expanding its line of American-Italian rifle stocks for the popular Ruger 10/22. WOOX rifle stocks and chassis have a reputation for combining the highest quality of handmade Italian craftsmanship with American design and dependable accuracy.
Why Resilience and Personal Defense Are Your Greatest Assets
What can you keep in your proverbial tool kit to help galvanize your own self-trust, burgeoning skills and personal confidence? The answer is personal resilience and self-defense.
Leupold & Stevens Acquires Anodize Solutions
Leupold & Stevens has acquired Anodize Solutions, an Oregon-based firm that provides anodizing services to a variety of outdoor-related manufacturers across North America.
First Look: Primary Arms Optics ACSS Griffin X Mil Reticle for SLx Riflescope
Primary Arms Optics has released a new ACSS Griffin X MIL reticle option for the SLx 1-8x24 mm FFP Rifle Scope.
6 Best 9 mm Pistols Under $500
If you’re one of the millions of Americans in the market for a 9 mm pistol for personal protection here’s a look at six great 9 mm pistols available under $500.
How the NRA Helped Normalize Suppressor Use
Beneficial safety equipment to be sure, the sound suppressor is becoming much more widely accepted, thanks to NRA’s efforts.
First Look: New Firearms Tools from Fix it Sticks
Fix It Sticks is introducing a new a Brass Pin Punch Set, Extended Action Bits, a Brass Hammer Head bit and 140 Inch Pound Torque Limiter, all designed significantly increase the functionality of either Fix It Sticks tool system or with other gunsmithing products.
Trijicon Holding “The Science of Brilliant” Roadshows
Trijicon, global provider of innovative aiming solutions for the shooting, military, hunting and law enforcement markets, has officially kicked off its inaugural “The Science of Brilliant” roadshow.
First Look: N8 Tactical Xecutive IWB Holster
N8 Tactical, an innovative holster company with a mission to provide quality products with superior comfort for all day, everyday carry, recently introduced the new Xecutive IWB holster.
What's the Difference Between Stoppages, Jams, and Malfunctions?
You were part of a discussion regarding what to do when your everyday-carry pistol fails to operate as expected. Terms like jams, malfunctions and stoppages were used, but seemed to have different meanings—although the end result seemed to be the same.
Review: Gemtech Integra 15-22 Suppressed Upper Receiver
Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 owners can now enjoy a much quieter shooting experience using an integrally suppressed upper receiver from the company’s Gemtech suppressor brand.
Why Tactical Pens Can Be So Effective
In the hands of a competent practitioner, a tactical pen can be used to distract, deter, delay and even stop a violent physical assault. Unlike your firearm or a folding knife, it is a low-profile, personal-safety option for your toolkit that can be used to help mitigate an active threat.
First Look: Elite Survival Systems Tactical Messenger Bag
The new Tactical Messenger Bag from Elite Survival Systems is a versatile way to easily carry your laptop, sidearm, and much more.
Why You Should Have Backup Sights on Your AR-15
Having a set of iron—or plastic—sights on your carbine is a smart hedge against worst-case scenarios.
First Look: DeSantis Mini Scabbard Holster for Kimber R7 Mako
DeSantis recently introduced the Mini Scabbard holster for the new Kimber R7 Mako.
How Penetration and Sectional Density Affect Terminal Performance
Penetration is a critical aspect of terminal performance. As the great African professional hunter and gunwriter Finn Aagaard once wrote, “Killing power is a matter of biology, not math and physics, and is influenced almost totally by shot placement, accompanied by sufficient penetration.”
Review: N8 Tactical G2 IWB Holster
David Workman takes an in-depth look at N8 Tactical's G2 IWB holster.