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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Concealed Carry Myths
With the increasing popularity of concealed carry among self-defense-minded folks, it’s important to separate fact from fiction to make us all better, more responsible defenders of ourselves and our loved ones.
Ruger-57 Pistol Safety Retrofit
Ruger has identified a potential problem with a small number of safety levers on its Ruger-57 pistol.
First Look: Swampfox Optics Liberator II Red Dot Sight
Swampfox Optics released the Liberator II red-dot sight, an upgraded version of the company's popular red dot.
New Pistols for 2021
From single-action revolvers to large-format pistols, guns continue to fly off shelves. Concern over societal unrest combined with production delays caused by the pandemic have amped up demand and new inventory is only now arriving in stores.
First Look: Adaptive Tactical EX Performance Adjustable Stock
Each component of the Adaptive Tactical EX Performance Adjustable Stock is engineered with a focus on long-term durability and performance.
April Gun Sales Indicate Gun Industry Continues to Thrive
Firearm sales for April 2021 indicate that Americans continue to buy guns at record pace.
April Gun Sales Indicate Gun Industry Continues to Thrive
Firearm sales for April 2021 indicate that Americans continue to buy guns at record pace.
First Look: Faxon Match Series Barrels for Glock 43 & 43X
Faxon’s Match Series pistol barrels for Glock G43/43X are machined 100 percent in-house from stress-relieved 416-R stainless steel.
What’s The Best Stance for Shooting With Shotguns?
Shooting a shotgun requires a solid stance, but different endeavors require different positions. Which is best?
What’s The Best Stance for Shooting With Shotguns?
Shooting a shotgun requires a solid stance, but different endeavors require different positions. Which is best?
First Look: New Bushnell Rimfire Riflescopes
Bushnell recently added two new models to their lineup of dedicated of rimfire riflescopes.
New Revolvers for 2021
From single-action revolvers to large-format pistols, guns continue to fly off shelves. Concern over societal unrest combined with production delays caused by the pandemic have amped up demand and new inventory is only now arriving in stores.
How to Maximize Your Training During the Ammo Shortage
In the midst of the ammo shortage, there is still a way to maximize your training.
Review: CrossBreed DropSlide OWB Holster
David Workman takes an in-depth look at a new holster from CrossBreed.
First Look: Faxon Rimfire Barrels for the 10/22
Faxon Firearms is known for making high-quality rifle and pistol components as well as complete firearms, and now they are introducing the Faxon Rimfire series of barrels for 10/22.
Review: Springfield Armory Hellcat RDP Pistol
Springfield’s micro 9 mm gets an optics-ready face-lift aimed at the concealed-carry market.
Review: Springfield Armory Hellcat RDP Pistol
Springfield’s micro 9 mm gets an optics-ready face-lift aimed at the concealed-carry market.
First Look: Plano Stealth Pistol Case
Plano's new Stealth Pistol Case has been specifically designed for maximum flexibility, adjusting to each person’s specific needs.
How to Get the Most From Firearms Training
All too often I hear all kinds of excuses from people as to why they haven’t booked professional defensive training. These are barriers that get in the way of our ability to improve our defensive shooting skills and tactics.
I Carry: Ruger-57 Pistol in a Galco Holster
In today's "I Carry" episode, we have the new Ruger-57 semi-automatic pistol in a Galco Concealable Belt holster along with a CRKT pocketknife.