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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Studying Self-Defense: Do Your Homework
If you have a solid defensive firearm and have taken training classes, you're doing better than most people. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't stop studying self-defense. Here are a few reading suggestions from the Sheriff.
Review: Beretta APX
Beretta’s APX pistol brings an entirely different, modern platform to the storied Italian gunmaker’s line.
New for 2019: CMMG Banshee in .40 S&W
Now chambered in .40 S&W, the CMMG Banshee is available as a carbine-style pistol platform, while the company's Resolute rifle platforms are also available in the new caliber offering.
First Look: DoubleStar Ahab Knife
Designed as a discreet, everyday carry knife with a fixed blade, the DoubleStar Ahab is the latest from the company's renowned DSC Blade division.
Winchester Ammunition Helps Open New Shooting Range
Thanks to the support provided by Winchester Ammunition, a new shooting range opens this week in northern Mississippi.
Classic Guns: Gewehr G41(M)
Before the development of the well-known Gewehr G43, there was the Gewehr G41(M) "gas-trap" design from Mauser.
Suppressors 201: Cleaning, Maintaining & Using Your Cans
Keep your rifle’s suppressor in perfect operating order with these simple tips.
First Look: Streamlight TL-Racker Shotgun Forend
Equip your home-defense shotgun with a built-in illumination feature, thanks to Streamlight's new TL-Racker forend.
Review: Smith & Wesson Model 986 Performance Center
While competitive shooters have been aware of the Smith & Wesson Model 986 revolver for a while, the latest iteration from the Performance Center sports some excellent purpose-built features that can herald victory or save your life.
Range Review: Ashbury Precision Ordnance M700 Saber
A reasonably priced, long-range rig that shoots well below MOA? Check out our experience with the Ashbury Precision Ordnance M700 Saber precision rifle.
5 Performance-Enhancing M&P Products
Whether configured for competition or personal protection, the following accessories make Smith & Wesson M&P pistols even better.
Review: CMMG Mk57 Banshee in 5.7x28mm
Light, handy, lots of shots, what’s not to like about CMMG’s new 5.7x28 mm Banshee pistol ?
Smith & Wesson Donates to USO
The proceeds raised from the annual Smith & Wesson Game Dinner were donated to the United Service Organizations, supporting military personnel and their families.
First Look: Sightmark Accudot Boresights
Sighting-in your firearms doesn't have to be a time- and ammo-consuming process, thanks to Sightmark's new line of Accudot boresights.
Review: Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II
The ultimate flying gun is still the best source of close air support for today’s infantry and armed citizens. We review the Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II here, commonly called the "Warthog."
First Look: GunTec USA 9mm AR-15 Adapter
Looking to get into the pistol-caliber carbine craze but don't want to shell out for a dedicated lower receiver? Add the GunTec USA 9mm adapter to your 5.56 NATO AR-15.
Range Review: Taurus Model 856UL Revolver
As an affordable option for today's revolver fans, the Taurus Model 856UL brings a few added features that are worth a look.
Review: Justified Defensive Concepts Defensive Pistol Skills I
Justified Defensive Concepts, a new defensive-training school in northern Virginia is bringing a different element to defensive-handgun training, teaching critical-thinking skills under pressure.
First Look: Streamlight ProTac 90
The unique design of the Streamlight ProTac 90 offers another ability for EDC, giving users a chance to attach a light to their clothing for hands-free illumination.
I Carry: Ruger Security-9 in a Vedder LightTuck IWB Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Ruger Security-9 in a Vedder holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.