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: Viridian EON Red Dot Optics
Viridian recently introduced two new optics, the EON 1x20 and EON 1x35, two red-dot optics that will be available through Rural King.
Get Off My Lawn: Great WWII Guns for Home Defense
While purpose-built, modern firearms are all the rage for personal protection, don’t discount that old World War II gun for home defense.
Winchester Assumes Operational Control of Lake City Ammo Plant
Winchester recently announced that it will take over full management of the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, MO.
First Look: XS Sights Pink DXT2 Big Dot Tritium Night Sight
XS Sights pledged its support as a company to Breast Cancer Awareness Month and is now offering the DXT2 Big Dot Tritium Night Sight in Pink.
The SVD Dragunov Rifle
If you think the concept of a designated-marksman rifle is new, guess again. Martin K.A. Morgan takes a look at the SVD Dragunov.
Is This the Ultimate Modern Fighting Revolver?
Caleb Giddings recently built a customized Smith & Wesson 686 Plus with several excellent upgrades. The question is, Is this the ultimate Modern Fighting Revolver?
First Look: Blackwater Sentry 12 Shotgun
Blackwater Firearms recently introduced the Sentry 12, a pump-action, magazine-fed shotgun ideally designed for law enforcement and home defense situations.
First Shots: Silencer Central Banish 45 Suppressor
Ed Friedman takes an in-depth look at SIlencer Central's Banish 45 suppressor, which offers a wide variety of applications.
5 Great Aftermarket Upgrades for the SIG P320
Amp-up your SIG Sauer P320 with these aftermarket improvements.
The .380 ACP Made Better: Federal Hydra-Shok Deep & Punch Handgun Ammo
Richard Mann takes a look at two loads from Federal Premium that deliver excellent penetration and expansion from the .380 Auto.
Review: Galco Paragon IWB Holster
David Workman takes a look at Galco's Paragon Holster, an IWB option with plenty of features for everyday carry.
I Carry: Springfield Armory Hellcat OSP Pistol with JP Enterprises JPoint4 Red Dot Sight
Today's episode of "I Carry" features the Springfield Armory Hellcat OSP pistol with a JP Enterprises JPoint4 red-dot sight in a Dark Star Gear Hitchhiker holster.
Why the Lever Gun is Great for Self Defense
Sheriff Jim Wilson makes the case that the lever gun is, for many, a great choice for personal defense.
FN America Awarded Army Contract for M249 SAWs
FN America was recently awarded a contract to supply the U.S. Army with M249 SAWs.
First Look: Pulsar Axion XM30S Thermal Vision Monocular
Pulsar recently introduced the Axion XM30S, a thermal vision monocular with an incredible range of features.
First Look: Galco Holsters for Handguns with Red Dots
Galco recently announced several new holsters designed for handguns with red-dot optics.
Remington Properties Sold Off to Multiple Bidders
Remington Outdoor Company's chapter 11 bankruptcy hearing concluded Tuesday with the announcement that the company would be forced to sell off different parts of the brand to other bidders.
4 Great Dynamic Shotgun Drills
Here are four effective drills you can practice to better develop your defensive-shotgun skills.
First Look: American Tactical FXH-45M Moxie Handgun
American Tactical, Inc., recently introduced the FXH-45M Moxie, a 1911-style handgun with plenty of options for upgrades and accessories.
Review: Springfield Ronin Operator 1911 4.25-Inch Pistol
Eric Conn reviews Springfield Armory's new Ronin Operator 1911 4.25-Inch, which has a classically-styled, two-tone design and is chambered in .45 ACP.