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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Tips & Tricks to Manage Rifle Balance and Weight
With any rifle, overall weight is important, but don’t overlook the importance of how that weight is distributed.
Review: Beretta APX Compact
Beretta’s first full-size, polymer-frame, striker-fired pistol now has a compact version available for concealed carry in the form of the APX Compact.
First Look: Berger Match-Grade Rifle Ammunition
Aimed at a range of market segments in the shooting world, Berger's new line of Match-Grade Ammunition is designed to set new standards in factory ammo.
Range Review: Christensen Arms Modern Precision Rifle
Designed to combine the often opposing elements of long-range accuracy and maximum portability, the Christensen Arms Modern Precision Rifle is built to be the best of both worlds.
First Look: Ed Brown 1911 Performance Magazine
Looking for an affordable magazine that provides flawless function in your 1911? See if the Ed Brown 1911 Performance Magazine lineup fits your needs.
I Carry: S&W M&P M2.0 Compact in a Bravo Concealment Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Smith & Wesson M&P M2.0 Compact inside a Bravo Concealment holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.
Review: Smith & Wesson M&P45 Shield Pistol
For fans of “Go big or go home,” your pocket pistol has arrived in the form of the Smith & Wesson M&P45 Shield.
First Look: MDT Ruger American LSS-XL Gen 2 Rifle Chassis
For models of the Ruger American outfitted with STANAG-compatible magazine wells, the MDT LSS-XL Gen 2 rifle chassis is an ideal option to enhance the platform.
Spirit of Blue Provides TQ Grant to Kentucky Police
Thanks to a grant provided by the Spirit of Blue Foundation, the Kentucky State Police will receive 1,000 tourniquets for field use.
Pistol-Mounted Red-Dot Sights: Pros and Cons
Adding a red-dot sight to your pistol is a big decision. Know the benefits and drawbacks before committing to one.
Range Review: Glock 26 Gen 5
Earlier models of the Glock 26 weren't high on the favorites list of our Handgun editor. How does the new Gen 5 model stack up? Check out her initial impressions here.
New for 2018: Phoenix Weaponry 'Jane' Multi-Purpose Rifle
All-new for 2018 is Jane from Phoenix Weaponry, an AR-15 designed to be light and nimble straight from the box with all the strengths of a standard AR platform.
First Look: Silent Legion .300 Norma Mag. Suppressor
Catering to the growing popularity of the .300 Norma Mag. cartridge prized by long-range shooters, Silent Legion offers a purpose-built suppressor to quiet shots and reduce recoil.
5 Handling Tips for a Home-Defense Shotgun
When faced with a threat, a home-defense shotgun can be quite the equalizer, but only if it’s used correctly. Here are some tips from a longtime law-enforcement veteran with experience behind a scattergun.
First Look: Magpul Fall 2018 Apparel Line
To better-equip firearm enthusiasts for the cooler weather, Magpul announced the launch of its Fall 2018 Apparel line.
Movie Shotguns: 8 Top Films for Scattergun Fans
Generally, Hollywood portrays shotguns poorly, but some films are better than others. Here are eight films our Shotgun editor likes the most.
Review: FLIR ThermoSight Pro PTS233 Thermal Optic
Entry-level thermal optics have come down in price and increased in quality. The ThermoSight Pro PTS233 from the industry leader, FLIR, is a solid option for anyone looking to get into the thermal game.
Rossi Issues Voluntary Recall for Select Revolvers
If you own a Rossi revolver, check the guns listed in the voluntary-recall notice here to see if your particular model qualifies for service.
Skills Check: The Hostage Presidente Drill
Shooting quickly and accurately is of utmost importance to effective self-defense. Here’s a hostage drill, based on the popular El Presidente, that combines both.
Review: SIG Sauer P365 Micro Compact
Deemed a "Micro Compact" concealed-carry gun, the SIG Sauer P365 is deceptively capacious. See how it works in our review.