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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Bisley Grip Conversion: Tools, Tips & Techniques
Single-action revolver shooters have a great love for Bisley-style grips, due to its unique fit that helps to absorb recoil from heavy loads. Here's how to convert your wheelgun to this comfortable setup.
New for 2019: Smith & Wesson Model 648
One of the classic rimfire guns in the Smith & Wesson lineup for years, the Model 648 is officially back in production, providing rimfire fans with a wheelgun chambered in .22WMR.
First Look: FAB Defense AK Vanguard Handguard
Looking to enhance your AK-47 clone with a modular handguard like those found on other modern sporting rifles? Check out the features found on the AK Vanguard Handguard from FAB Defense.
Range Review: IFG Defiant Stock I
Built specifically for certain divisions of USPSA competition shooting, the Defiant Stock I from Italian Firearms Group is worth a look for range junkies.
Fightin' Iron: Applegate-Fairbairn Knife
Many edged-weapon enthusiasts have heard of the Fairbairn-Sykes commando dagger, but what about the post-World War II variant that contained American-inspired improvements? Here's a look at the Applegate-Fairbairn knife.
First Look: Holosun HS407C
One of the latest options out from Holosun Technologies is the HS407C, a micro-size red-dot sight that's particularly suited for shotgunning applications.
Henry Repeating Arms Car Races in NASCAR Xfinity Series
Placing 10th out of 26 entrants, the Henry Repeating Arms car driven by Cole Custer made a strong showing during the NASCAR Xfinity Series race.
Review: Kimber EVO SP
Creation and Intelligent Design need not be mutually exclusive. See how both these concepts blend in the Kimber EVO SP.
Surviving Animal Attacks: Get a Shotgun
What’s the best method of deterring four-legged interlopers? Well, as I'm the Shotguns editor for Shooting Illustrated, you can probably guess my answer.
Review: I.O. Inc. MFT Range Package
InterOrdnance has put together an AR-centric package that NRA members may find difficult to resist.
Skills Check: Single-Action Defensive Revolver Drill
Should you choose a single-action revolver for defensive purposes, it’s imperative to know how to run it well.
First Look: Bear Ops Bear Swipe IV Rescue Knife
Designed as a compact, durable utility knife made from high-strength blade steel, the Bear & Son Bear Ops Bear Swipe IV is worth a look for your bug-out loadout.
New for 2019: FN 509 FDE
FN America expanded its lineup yet again in 2019, bringing the all-FDE finish to the company's full-size frame.
Cocked & Locked: The Best Way to Carry a 1911
It's possible to carry a 1911 using several different methods, but when examining the pros and cons of each method, it's clear that carrying cocked-and-locked is the best possible option.
New for 2019: CZ P10 F Suppressor-Ready
For 2019, CZ-USA revamped a few elements in its P10 pistol lineup, adding a reversible magazine release, increasing the capacity and allowing for the easy attachment of a suppressor.
Reloading 224 Valkyrie: Achieving Sub-MOA Accuracy
After a long journey over most of a year, our resident handloader finds some success with his 224 Valkyrie handloads. See how it ends up here.
9mm Resurgence: Why the FBI & Police Went Back
Think today’s 9mm doesn’t possess sufficient terminal performance for use by the FBI, law enforcement and citizens for personal defense? Guess again.
I Carry Spotlight: Holster Construction
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at a few different holster designs, highlighting the pros and cons between the materials used in holster construction.
Handgun Customization: What Do You Really Need?
When it comes to customizing and enhancing a defensive handgun, many shooters start customizing before getting to know their gun. Sheriff Jim advises a different course.
Rangemaster: Gunsite Academy's Ed Stock
Manners need not always be in “stock” when it comes to being a rangemaster at Gunsite Academy.