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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Finding The Correct Barrel Twist Rate
Matching bullet weight to rifle-barrel twist is part art and part science, but all-important.
First Look: Ed Brown First Responder Knife
A new blade specifically for those who answer the call every day.
Holster Review: Dinosaurized 3 in 1 Belly Band
A belly band holster with an almost unlimited amount of different storage setups.
Stopping the Attack
Sheriff Jim reminds us that stopping an attacker as soon as possible is critical to surviving a criminal encounter.
First Look: Wilson Combat WCP320 Compact Pistol
Built around a tuned Fire Control Unit from SIG Sauer, with the accuracy and reliability you expect from Wilson Combat.
I Carry: Taurus G3 Tactical 9 mm Pistol in a Crossbreed Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Taurus G3 Tactical 9 mm pistol carried in a Crossbreed The Reckoning holster with a True Knives TI Pocket multi-tool.
HAVA Expands with a Pacific Northwest Range Event
HAVA helps veterans in the Pacific Northwest with a unique range event.
First Look: Primary Arms FFP 4-16x44 Riflescopes
A new line of entry-level, long-range optics with some great features.
Building A Better Belly Gun
A “belly gun,” in case you are not familiar with the term, is one for the sort of conflict where the antagonists is all up in the defender’s grille; practically belly to belly. Thing is, belly guns are only really good for belly fights.
The Sight Alignment Dilemma
Aligning your sights and your gun to the target seems easy. Mastering this skill, however, is hard work.
First Look: Blackout Defense Keymo Muzzle Devices
Two new muzzle devices created in conjunction with Dead Air Silencers.
Choosing The Right 22LR Conversion Kit
Drop-in .22 LR conversion kits offer cost savings on ammunition. Be sure you’re using the right setup, though.
Han Solo Blaster Sells At Auction for More than $1 Million
$1 million is a big price to pay for having a good blaster at your side.
First Look: Ruger SFAR
The SFAR is chambered in .308 Win, using AR-15 trigger parts and SR25-compatible magazines.
Double Edge: The New FN 509 CC Edge Pistol
Brand-new from FN America is a new “Compensated Carry” addition to the FN 509 lineup.
Gear Up: IWI US Tavor SAR Accessories
The original Tavor is likely the best-selling bullpup of all time, and as a result, a robust aftermarket exists for parts to improve upon the base design.
First Look: High Speed Gear IFAK Pouch
A new way to keep vital medical gear close at hand.
First Look: Hornady Security Cabinets
Modular, stackable protection for gear that needs to be locked safely away.
Skills Check: How To Shoot Faster
Shooters like shooting tight, small groups. Small groups are indicative of the ability to apply marksmanship skills consistently. And besides, they’re good for bragging rights and one-upmanship.
First Look: Virdian E Series Green Laser For PSA Dagger
A new accessory option for Palmetto State Armory's 9mm pistol.