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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I Carry: FN509 Fullsize Pistol in a Henry Holsters Spark AIWB Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have an FN509 full size pistol carried in a Henry Holsters Spark AIWB Holster along with a Flash AT Garnet pocketknife from SOG.
First Look: CZ Shadow 2 Orange Pistol
CZ-USA has released the CZ Shadow 2 Orange pistol, designed and manufactured for the competitive shooter who wants to win.
Is the Scout Rifle Concept Obsolete?
For the last two decades shooters and self-proclaimed firearms experts have postulated that the Scout Rifle Concept, as originated by Jeff Cooper, is obsolete. But is it?
Must-Have Items for Your Range Bag
Whether you’re just starting out, replacing some worn-out gear or looking for something new, there are a lot of important items that go into a range bag.
Is it Time for a New Concealed Carry Handgun Cartridge?
This makes me wonder why, with its growing popularity, we have not seen a new cartridge developed specifically for concealed carry. Is it time?
First Look: German Precision Optics Spectra 7.5x50i Riflescope
With the introduction of its new Spectra 7.5x50i scope, German Precision Optic USA is entering the fixed-power scope market.
How to Grip Your Rifle
It seems that the curve of ammunition cost versus availability is finally trending in the right direction. At the time of this writing, 55-grain, 5.56 NATO, brass-cased FMJ factory loads are once again available for less than $.50 per round.
First Look: Luth-AR Widebody Trigger Guard with Trigger Slot
Luth-AR recently introduced the Widebody Trigger Guard with Trigger Slot.
Custom SIG Sauer 1911s Commemorate 80th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor
SIG Sauer has commemorated the 80th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor—in partnership with Best Defense Foundation—with three one-of-a-kind, custom designed 1911 pistols.
Silencer Central Announces Update to Suppressor Buying Process
Silencer Central, America’s largest suppressor dealer, is proud to announce the eminent availability of electronic Form 4 applications—a major update to how the silencer buying process works, and a change expected to cut wait times for approvals down to as few as 60 days.
How to Practice Transitioning from Rifle to Handgun
When practicing with both a rifle and a handgun, it is important to hone not only your marksmanship skills, but also your ability to transition from rifle to handgun in a safe and efficient manner.
How to Choose the Right Grips for Your Handgun
I’ve gotten pretty good about being able to swap the grips on a revolver (us pedants call them by their proper name, “stocks,” when normal people aren’t around, by the way) in a hurry.
First Look: Springfield Armory XD-M Elite 3.8-Inch Compact OSP Pistol in .45 ACP
Springfield Armory recently introduced the new XD-M Elite 3.8-inch Compact OSP in .45 ACP. The new handgun combines big-bore power with cutting-edge performance to provide concealed carry users with an extraordinary defensive pistol option.
The Truth Behind the Russian Ammo Ban
How do the political machinations putting the importation of Russian ammunition in question affect the American shooter?
First Look: 1791 Gunleather Holster for Glock G43X MOS
1791 Gunleather is now offering a Kydex holster designed specifically for Glock’s G43X MOS.
Is The Ruger 10/22 the Ultimate Youth Rifle?
Most of us likely received our first experience with firearms at the hands of an older mentor who, more than likely, started us out with a .22 LR of some sort.
Top Five Shooting Stances
No handgun stance is perfect for every individual or situation, but here are five that will cover just about anything a shooter is likely to face.
10mm vs. .40 S&W: Similarities, Differences and Uses
Both the 10mm and the .40 S&W use a .40-caliber projectile and were developed around the same time, but there are big differences between the two. Here's the rundown.
I Carry: Glock G19 Pistol in an HBC Concealment Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry" we have a Glock G19 Gen 4 pistol carried in an HBC Concealment Discreet holster with a Nightstick TCM-550XL weaponlight.
Winchester Receives $13 Million Army Ammunition Contract
Winchester, the largest manufacturer of small-caliber ammunition for the U.S. military, was recently awarded a $13 million contract for the development of manufacturing processes for the 7.62 NATO cartridge.