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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Winchester Ammunition Awarded FBI Sniper Contract
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has awarded Winchester Ammunition with a contract to provide .308 Win./7.62 NATO cartridges for its sniper teams.
First Look: MDT Magazines 10-Round .223 Rem. AIC Magazine
MDT has added a 10-round .223 Rem. metal AICS magazine to their lineup of heavy-duty metal magazines.
Handgun Training with Your Offhand
Training someone to shoot a defensive handgun is mostly a standardized process. Firearm safety is followed by firearm function, which is then followed by an introduction to the basics of marksmanship. Past that, focus falls on handgun manipulation, presentation and various methods of target engagement.
First Look: Galco Dog Collar
Galco’s new Dog Collar keeps Fido in tow with fetching style. It’s crafted with the same elegance as the company’s most popular BBQ holsters, and matching leads provide the kind of coordinated look that’ll make all the neighborhood’s pooches jealous.
Review: Browning 1911-380 Black Label Pro American Flag
I’m a believer in the old expression “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” Browning apparently believes in it, too, because its newest downsized Black Label 1911 makes a fantastic first impression.
First Look: Cyclops eFLEX 400 Headlamp
Cyclops is introducing a new multi-light headlamp that is designed for the grab-and-go adventurist.
Common Problems & Solutions with AR-15 Barrels
While there are component issues in several different areas of the AR system, the barrel is where the majority of pre-assembly flaws arise.
Combat Mindset for the Defensive Shooter
Someone once said that good gear will not make up for poor tactics, but good tactics will make up for poor gear.
Review: Ruger Max-9 Pistol
In case you just emerged from hibernation or beamed down from another planet, allow me to be the first to inform you concealed-carry pistols are hot. So hot, they dominate sales across the firearm industry, as millions of long-time gun owners compete with seven or eight million new gun owners trying to get their hands on these pistols.
First Look: Cold Steel Spetsnaz Shovel Series
Cold Steel is now offering the new Spetsnaz Shovel Series of entrenching tools that are suitable for a variety of field uses and survival scenarios.
I Carry: Springfield Armory Emissary 1911 Pistol in a Milt Sparks Axiom Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have the new Springfield Armory Emissary 1911 pistol carried in a Milt Sparks Axiom holster along with a Columbia River Knife and Tool Daktyl pocketknife.
LAPD Selects FN 509 MRD-LE as New Duty Pistol
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has selected FN America’s FN509 MRD-LE as its new duty pistol.
First Look: ALPS OutdoorZ Ghost 30 Backpack
The ALPS OutdoorZ Ghost 30 was developed to provide discreet carry options in a practical, daily use platform.
4 Home Defense Upgrades for Your Mossberg 500/590 Shotgun
The following products will make your Mossberg 500/590-pattern shotgun better suited to home defense.
First Look: New 1791 Gunleather Holsters for Optics-Ready Handguns
1791 Gunleather recently introduced several new models of optics-ready handgun holsters.
HAVA Hosts Alabama Event for Vets
Honored American Veterans Afield (HAVA) and The Independence Fund (TIF) recently hosted nine Army and Marine Corps veterans for two days of pistol training, followed by a steel challenge match.
First Look: Bushnell Elite Tactical DMR3 & XRS3 Riflescopes
Bushnell recently introduced two new riflescopes for the Elite Tactical lineup, the DMR3 and XRS3, that are designed to meet the demands of law enforcement and military professionals, as well as long-range and precision rimfire competitions.
The Anatomy of the Perfect Long-Range Cartridge
What makes the perfect long-range projectile? Here's a look at the anatomy of the perfect long-range bullet.
First Look: SDS Imports PX9-G2 Pistol
SDS Imports, a leader in quality imported firearm products, is releasing its highly-anticipated PX9-G2 pistol.
Why Staying Alert is Key for Personal Defense
While marksmanship is a lofty goal, it is only one part of the personal defense objective.