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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9/11 20 Years Later: A Special Smith & Wesson
There are still heroes in this world. We mourn the loss of one some 20 years later on the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.
Why Defensive Firearms Training is So Important
Yes, you may never have to fire your handgun in defense of your life or family, but the possibility always exists.
Why You Should Add Movement to Your Defensive Plan
Once the armed citizen has advanced to the point that he or she can draw and shoot their defensive handgun safely, accurately and quickly, it would be a very good idea to start adding movement to the defensive response. Movement has the potential to momentarily confuse and surprise an attacker, allowing the citizen to gain a bit of advantage.
Review: Smith & Wesson Shield Plus
In retrospect, Smith & Wesson had nobody to blame for the situation but themselves. The company didn’t invent the subcompact, lightweight, single-stack nine, of course. Walther and Beretta had preceded the original Shield to market by a few years with the PPS and the Nano, respectively, and Kahr had more or less created the niche back in the 1990s.
I Carry: Ruger LCP II Pistol in a Blue Force Gear Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we feature the Ruger LCP II Lite Rack .22 LR pistol in a Blue Force Gear pocket holster along with a CRKT Sketch pocketknife.
2021 New Optics Guide
Whatever your needs or budget, we’ve got info on the latest tactical, long-range, self-defense and concealed-carry optics in our annual guide.
Beretta Ships Last M9 to U.S. Military
The first week of September closed a chapter on small arms for the United States military, as Beretta USA shipped its last M9 to the U.S. Military.
First Look: Mossberg MVP Patrol in .300 BLK
Now O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. is expanding their MVP Patrol bolt-action rifle series with a new rifle chambered in .300 AAC Blackout (.300 BLK).
First Look: DeSantis Thumb Break & Speed Scabbard Holsters
Two handgun holsters from DeSantis, the Thumb Break & Speed Scabbard, showcase the company's build quality.
How to Refine Your Trigger Press
Jeff Cooper called it the Baja California shot, a hit landing low-left from the point-of-aim due to jerking the trigger. Imagine shooting at a map of the United States and you’ll get the idea. True for a right-handed shooter, I suppose we could call it the Florida shot for a left-handed shooter, although I never heard the Colonel describe it that way.
New Quarterly Sales Record for Smith & Wesson
Firearm sales nationwide have cooled compared to last year’s scalding pace, although the latest quarterly report from Smith & Wesson indicates the trend hasn’t affected the legendary firm.
Review: Leupold Mark 4 20-60x80 mm TMR Spotting Scope
Leupold's Mark 4 spotting scope is ideal for long-range enthusiasts.
2021 New Optics Guide: Riflescopes
While the hot-as-magma market for guns and ammunition has dominated the news, optics are also selling at a record pace. Fortunately, optics manufacturers have been able to develop and introduce a dizzying array of new products, including line enhancements, feature-rich budget options and technological marvels that were once unaffordable to anyone not named Bezos, but are now approaching price points where many shooters can make use of them. Whatever your needs or budget, we’ve got info on the latest tactical, long-range, self-defense and concealed-carry optics in our annual guide.
I Carry: Girsan MC9 T Pistol in a PHLster Floodlight Holster
Today on "I Carry" we have a Girsan MC9 T pistol in a PHLster Floodlight holster with a CRKT Bivy pocketknife.
First Look: Cold Steel Recon Scout Knife
Cold Steel recently developed the Recon Scout in 3V, a new combat knife that is based on the company’s popular Trail Master Bowie.
FN Upgrades SCAR Versatility
FN America has introduced the long-awaited non-reciprocating charging handle (NRCH) upgrade is now available for all FN SCAR semi-automatic models.
First Look: High Speed Gear Core Plate Carrier
High Speed Gear (HSGI) is coming out with a brand-new low-profile Core Plate Carrier for use with small, medium, large, and x-large body armor plates.
First Look: SIG Sauer Custom Works P365 Fire Control Unit
Now SIG Sauer Custom Works is introducing a stand-alone version of the trigger group inside the P365 as the P365 Custom Works Fire Control Unit.
First Look: Holosun Optics AEMS Reflex Sight
Holosun, long known for its carbine-ready red-dot sights and pistol-slide-mounted handgun optics, has a new reflex sight for 2021.
2021 New Optics Guide: Binoculars & Spotting Scopes
While the hot-as-magma market for guns and ammunition has dominated the news, optics are also selling at a record pace. Fortunately, optics manufacturers have been able to develop and introduce a dizzying array of new products, including line enhancements, feature-rich budget options and technological marvels that were once unaffordable to anyone not named Bezos, but are now approaching price points where many shooters can make use of them. Whatever your needs or budget, we’ve got several binoculars and spotting scopes to fit your needs.