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: Real Avid AR-15 Master Bench Block
Though the AR-15 is one of the most accessible and easily assembled firearm designs, specialized tools like the Real Avid Master Bench Block can streamline the process.
First Look: Gerber Truss Multi-Tool
Envisioned as a do-it-all, daily carry tool, the new Gerber Truss multi-tool is packed with 17 different tools designed to tackle a range of problems.
Florida & Arkansas Police Departments Choose SIG Sauer P320
Since the U.S. military's adoption of the SIG Sauer P320 design, numerous police departments have chosen the platform as their duty pistol.
First Look: UTG Pro Ultra Slim AR-15 Handguard
UTG upped the ante on its AR-15 handguards by trimming down its Super Slim handguards to create the all-new Ultra Slim design.
Review: CrossBreed SnapSlide OWB Holster
Out of its many holster options, one of the most popular models from CrossBreed its its SnapSlide OWB holster. We examine the merits of the rig here.
First Look: McMillan A5-22 Rifle Stock
Built to accept all standard 10/22 receivers, the McMillan A5-22 rifle stock brings the tactical benefits of the company's A5 design to the rimfire world.
Skills Check: The Dozier Drill
History shows neutralizing multiple threats at close range is possible, but only if you’re properly prepared. Get ready with the popular Dozier Drill.
5 Scope-Mounting Issues to Address
Properly mounting a riflescope takes time, and one of the first steps before sticking an optic on your rifle is to answer these critical questions.
Review: JP Enterprises SCR-11 Rifle in 224 Valkyrie
Federal’s new 224 Valkyrie round is extending the reach of small-caliber rifle rounds, and JP Rifles has just the launcher in the form of its SCR-11.
First Look: Timney Calvin Elite Trigger for Ruger 10/22s
Timney Triggers expanded its Calvin Elite drop-in trigger lineup to include an option for the popular Ruger 10/22 rimfire rifle.
PepperBall Wins U.S. Army Less-Lethal Protection Contract
Under the terms of the new contract, PepperBall will provide a number of less-lethal launchers for use by military troops.
First Look: Bear & Son Cutlery SS14 Butterfly Knife
Bear & Son Cutlery expanded its line of butterfly knives in 2018 to include the all-new SS14 model, made entirely from stainless steel.
Firearm Manufacturers Flee to Gun-Friendly States
Lifestyle, cost of living and infrastructure are often cited reasons when someone moves, but for more and more gun manufacturers today, the political environment is becoming a critical factor.
Fix Your Flinch: Tips for Curing Anticipation When Shooting
You are an experienced shooter, having moved up the ranks to mid- to upper-level classifications in several shooting disciplines, but you have never been able to consistently call your shots, especially when they didn’t go where you expected them to.
First Look: CRKT Du Hoc Knife
With inspiration from the rangers who scaled the cliffs of Pointe Du Hoc on D-Day in WWII, the CRKT Du Hoc is built as a solid self-defense blade.
First Look: ODIN Works AR-15 Billet Upper Receiver
This all-new upper receiver design from ODIN Works is a sleek choice for your next AR-15 build.
Savage Introduces 110 Tactical Line with AccuFit Stock
Savage continues to build on its growing line of AccuFit-equipped rifles with stock fits for the 110 Tactical line.
Rust-Prevention Tips for Your Guns
It is said that politicians and rust are a firearm’s only natural enemies. We have the NRA to help with the former. Here’s how you can stave off the latter.
First Look: Cordova 125 XL Cooler
Built as the biggest cooler in the Cordova company lineup, the 125 XL is ready for any adventure, thanks to its durable, hard-sided construction.
I Carry: Smith & Wesson M&P380 Shield EZ in a DeSantis Mini Scabbard Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Smith & Wesson M&P380 Shield EZ in a DeSantis Gunhide Mini Scabbard holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.