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 Shots: Colt CBX Precision Rifle
We take the Colt's brand new CBX Precision Rifle to the range.
How Clean Should Your Guns Be?
I have a problem that has perplexed me for the last three years concerning the Ruger Mark IV Target .22 LR pistol I shoot for Steel Challenge competition and just ringing steel for fun. In cleaning this gun over the last three years, I have yet to come out with a clean patch at the end of my cleaning sessions.
First Look: Colt CBX Precision Rifle
A bolt-action rifle that's optimized for the long-range game.
Shipping Your Rifle Just Got A Little Harder To Do
How we ship rifles is changing, and not for the better.
Adjusting A Gun To Suit You Better
You are a petite woman married to someone twice your size. In an effort to be proactive in this time of increasing civil unrest, he decided to purchase several firearms strictly for home-defense purposes.
First Look: iAiming iA-317 Thermal Optic
This new optic features the exclusive First Shot Auto Zero technology.
First Look: Athlon Talos BTR Gen2 Scopes
Two new feature-packed optics that won't empty your wallet.
Five Great Pistol Mounted Lights
Sometimes, there is no substitute for having a light on your gun.
Create a Diversion
Buy yourself time with a diversion in a criminal attack.
First Look: Mossberg 940 Pro Holosun Shotgun
Not just optics-ready, but also available with a dot sight right from the factory.
I Carry: Glock G19 Pistol in a Bravo Concealment Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Glock G19 Gen4 pistol with a Holosun HS407C red-dot sight in a Bravo Concealment Torsion holster.
Improve Your Shooting By Focusing On The Process
Everybody likes to hit the target. A focusing on the learning process helps you do it more often.
German Court Orders CR223 Rifles Destroyed
The court ruled that the moisture-drainage system in the CR223 infringes on HK's patent.
First Look: Helix 6 Precision Barrels For The SIG Sauer Cross Rifle
A lighter-weight option for your SIG Sauer Cross rifle.
Review: Wilson Combat EDC X9
A double stack 9mm with a 1911 trigger and Wilson Combat quality. What's not to love?
Are We Seeing A Revolver Renaissance?
The revolver is back, providing simple personal protection as well as ever.
First Look: The Gunsite Glock Service Pistol
Gunsite teams up with Glock, Holosun and Davidson's to create a signature defensive pistol.
Staring Vs Eye Contact: When Does Engagement Become a Threat?
When does a pleasant glance turn into something more menacing?
Cylinder & Slide Shop Is Closing Its Doors
One of America's most-renowned gunsmiths is retiring and closing his shop
First Look: Vang Comp ACRO Mount
Place your red dot optic nearer the bore axis of your scattergun with this new mount.