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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Fraternal Twins
I have an affinity for SIG Sauer P228 and P229 pistols. They fit my hands perfectly, having similar grip sizes, and their overall exterior dimensions make the guns convenient for concealed carry.
Playing Favorites
Everyone has their favorite model or models when it comes to a home-defense firearm.
First Look: Military Armament MAC Duty 9 Pistol
17 round capacity, cut for an RMR optic.
Handguns: A Too-Cool Tool?
Older guns may offer familiarity: just make sure you can get them up and running.
First Look: Henry Supreme Lever Gun
Chambered in .223 Rem./5.56 NATO or .300 BLK.
Plan Ahead
A firearm is only one part of an integrated defensive plan.
First Look: Viridian Sights For KelTec Firearms
Created to match the design of KelTec pistols.
When Is A Sixgun Is Not A Sixgun?
Revolver ammunition capacity is not set in stone.
I Carry Spotlight: New EDC Guns from SHOT Show 2025
Concealed-carry is still a booming business.
First Look: HSGI Duty Flex Pouch Line
Available in four different sizes with a variety of colors and patterns.
CMP Resumes Surplus M1911/M1911A1 Pistol Sales
Now accepting applications on a first-come, first-served basis.
SHOT Show 2025 Roundup: New Rimfire Offerings
What's new in .22 LR?
Review: Tokarev TT12 Pro
The new Tokarev TT 12 Pro affordably brings the familiarity and quick reloading of the beloved AR-15 to the defensive-shotgun market.
First Look: New for 2025 LWRCI Suppressors
Three new ways to shoot on mute.
Roundup: RMR Footprint Optics
One of the most-popular options for mounting a red dot to your pistol.
First Look: New SIG Sauer Cross Sawtooth Rifles
Now available in 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win. and .300 Win. Mag.
SHOT Show 2025 Roundup: New Defensive Shotguns
More options for fans of the scattergun.
First Look: Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger LCR .32 H&R Mag.
Six shots in a easy to carry lightweight revolver.
SHOT Show 2025 Roundup: Double-Stack 1911 Pistols
The popularity of double-stack 1911 pistols continues to grow.
Olin to Acquire Ammunition Portion of Ammo Inc. Business
Winchester's ammunition-manufacturing power expands.