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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Lending A Helping Hand
Newcomers to the world of concealed carry need the best possible information, which can be hard to find at times.
First Look: Bond Arms Stinger and Stinger RS
Two new ultra-compact firearms chambered in 9mm or 380 ACP.
I Carry: Smith & Wesson Model 638 Revolver in a Galco Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Smith & Wesson Model 638 J-frame revolver carried in a Galco Front Pocket Horsehide holster along with a Nebo Inspector 500+ flashlight.
Ammo Supply Remains Tight
More and more new gun owners continue to drive the demand for more and more ammo.
First Look: Fix It Sticks Field Tool Kit for Glock Pistols
Everything you need for field maintenance in one small package.
Practical Tactical: Mossberg 940
Mossberg’s long-awaited fightin’ version of its celebrated 940 Pro shotgun—the 940 Pro Tactical—offers pleasant surprises aplenty.
After The Shot
Breaking down the process of making a follow-up shot.
First Look: Crossbreed Belly Band 2.0
Crossbreed updates their belly band holster with new functionality.
2022 New Optics Guide: Prism Optics
2022 brings us new prismatic scopes for people who want the advantages of a smaller optic, without relying 100% on electronics for an aiming solution.
First Look: Streamlight TLR Green Laser/Rail Mount
Two new options from Streamlight with different laser colors and power levels.
Talon Grips Acquires ArachniGrip
ArachniGrip slide grips are a natural complement to Talon’s frame grips.
Weaver vs Picatinny Mounts
Choosing between a Weaver vs Picatinny rail setup for your rifle means understanding each mounting system.
The Model 1895 Nagant Revolver
The current war in Ukraine has populated the internet with an abundance of images that have piqued the curiosity of firearm and militaria collectors worldwide. Photos with captions like: “Russians fighting with 19th century muskets” are disingenuous at best when the accompanying illustration is of a soldier with a bolt-action Model 91/30 Mosin-Nagant with a sniper scope—an effective rifle in any century.
How It's Made: A Visit To Beretta USA
Beretta USA opened their Tennessee factory in 2016, and much has happened since then.
First Look: Galco Speed Master 2.0 Holster For The 3 Inch Colt Python
The beauty of a leather holster is a good fit for an iconic American revolver.
Understanding And Preventing Scope Bite
Optics can be a useful addition to your rifle, but they can bite back.
First Look: Comp-Tac Tri Mag Carrier
Designed in conjunction with world champion pistol shooter Rob Leatham.
Review: CrossBreed Modular Belly Band Package 2.0
The comfort of a belly band. The security and safety of a kydex shell.
First Look: Tisas 1911 D10 Pistol
All the power of 10mm Auto, without emptying your wallet.
Perfect Practice
Improving your shooting starts with understanding that you have room to improvement.