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: New Handgun Fits for Galco KingTuk Cloud Holster
Galco's KingTuk holster is now available in even more holster applications.
Review: Trijicon IR-Patrol Thermal Monocular
Yes, thermal optics are expensive, but they can be an invaluable tool for home security and much more.
First Look: Blue Line Pump Shotgun
Blue Line, an importer of several established, though not necessarily well-known brands, has introduced this affordable copy of a base-model Remington 870.
First Look: Cold Steel Range Boss Folding Knife
Now they are coming out with the new Range Boss folding lockback for 2021, adding to their already extensive line of everyday carry folding knives.
I Carry: Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 4" Compact Optics-Ready Pistol with Sightmark Red Dot Sight
Today on "I Carry" we have a Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 4" Compact Optics-Ready pistol with a Sightmark Mini Shot M Spec red-dot sight carried in a JM Custom Kydex AIWB holster.
Why You Should Carry a Handgun Every Day
Sheriff Jim Wilson explains why carrying a handgun for personal defense is important to do on a daily, all-the-time basis.
First Look: Uncle Mike's Gun Cases & Sportsmen's Range Bag
Now Uncle Mike’s is releasing new range accessories, including padded long gun cases and a multipurpose sportsmen’s range bag that are designed for maximum portability and protection.
Federal Ammunition Awarded 3-Year Defense Ordnance Technology Consortium Contract
Federal Ammunition has been awarded a three-year contract to partner with the Defense Ordnance Technology Consortium to design, develop and demonstrate technological superiority in ammunition that will enhance U.S. warfighter effectiveness and survival.
First Look: SIG Sauer Threaded Barrels for P320 Handgun
SIG Sauer recently introduced two new threaded barrels for the P320 Compact and Subcompact.
What's the Advantage of a Carbon Fiber Barrel?
Carbon fiber barrels are growing in popularity—but how are they made and what do they offer for shooters?
What's the Advantage of a Carbon Fiber Barrel?
Carbon fiber barrels are growing in popularity—but how are they made and what do they offer for shooters?
First Look: Smith & Wesson M&P Spec Series Kit
Now Smith & Wesson is releasing a new, M&P Spec Series Kit, that is complete with an exclusive M&P9 M2.0 OR Full Size Spec Series pistol along with a Crimson Trace optic.
Smith & Wesson Shatters $1 Billion Sales Barrier for the First Time
Smith & Wesson sales for a 12-month period exceeded $1 billion for the first time in company history, according to figures released last week.
First Look: Lone Wolf Elimin8r .45-Cal. Pistol Suppressor
The Elimin8r .45 features a lightweight, modular design with eight baffles that are easily configured to create a suppressor that’s the size and length that you need.
Review: Dan Wesson Bruin 1911 Pistol in 10 mm
Perfect for bear defense, Dan Wesson's Bruin 10 mm handgun is exactly what you'd expect from the company.
First Look: New Safariland Holsters for the Springfield Armory Hellcat
Safariland is rolling out new versions of of some of their most popular holsters that are designed for the Springfield Armory Hellcat.
First Look: New Weaver Grand Slam 30 mm Scope Rings
Now Weaver, an industry leader in high-performance mounting systems for more than 90 years, is expanding their lineup of popular Grand Slam scope rings to include two additional sizes.
Texas Governor Abbott Signs Constitutional Carry Bill
Texas joined the ranks of states -- 21 currently -- with a constitutional carry law when Gov. Greg Abbott (R) signed NRA-ILA-backed House Bill 1927 on Thursday, June 17.
The Importance of Force-on-Force Training
Knowing how to shoot well is part of the equation, as is adding in stress. Force-on-force training puts all of the components in place for a complete training exercise.
I Carry Spotlight: Micro 9 mm Double-Stack Pistols
In today's “I Carry” episode, we have a spotlight on one of the hottest segments of the concealed-carry market: Micro 9 mm double-stack pistols.