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: Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 380 Pistol in a Galco Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 pistol with a Crimson Trace red laser carried in a Galco Pocket Protector holster and a Fenix E02R flashlight.
First Look: XS Sights DXT2 Big Dot Sights for Springfield Hellcat
XS Sights recently added several new sight offerings for the Springfield Armory Hellcat series with the addition of DXT2 Big Dot and R3D night sights for the optics-ready Hellcat Micro-Compact OSP.
First Look: Springfield Armory Offers New Models for the Emissary 1911
The Springfield Armory Emissary 1911-style pistol combines durable, forged steel construction with a beautiful two-tone finish.
2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop/Range
Check out these gun-related products for that firearm-enthusiast friend or loved one. Whether he or she spends time at the range, tinkering with their guns in the shop, in their special space at home, whipping up food and drink in the kitchen, driving to or from work or in the outdoors, we’ve got you covered this holiday season, no matter your budget.
Review: Upper Hand OWB Concealed Holster
An OWB holster that is truly concealable is a rare thing, but Concealed Holster from Upper Hand is exactly that.
First Look: German Precision Optics GPOTAC 4.5-27x50i FFP Riflescope
Now German Precision Optics has a new entry into the premium tactical riflescope high magnification first focal plane optics market, the GPOTAC 4.5-27x50i FFP.
Why Determination is Essential for Personal Defense
Determination is a word that ought to be part of every armed citizen’s vocabulary. The dictionary defines it as “firmness of purpose; resoluteness.” Determination is how we master the skills necessary to defend ourselves, and it is also how we deal with the violence of a criminal attack.
2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Man Cave/She Shed
Check out these gun-related products for that firearm-enthusiast friend or loved one. Whether he or she spends time at the range, tinkering with their guns in the shop, in their special space at home, whipping up food and drink in the kitchen, driving to or from work or in the outdoors, we’ve got you covered this holiday season, no matter your budget.
Remington Firearms Moving Headquarters to Georgia
Remington Firearms announced this week it is moving its headquarters from Ilion, NY, to Georgia. Plans include opening a factory and research operation at a site in LaGrange, GA.
First Look: New Models of Blackhawk's Stache IWB & T-Series Holsters
Blackhawk, which has been making law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, is now rolling out new models of the Stache IWB and T-Series L2C Overt holsters.
I Carry: Glock G19 Gen5 MOS Pistol in a C&G Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Glock G19 Gen5 MOS optics-ready pistol carried in a C&G Holsters OWB Tactical Custom holster, with a Crimson Trace RAD Pro red-dot sight.
First Look: AMERIGLO Haven Red-Dot Pistol Sight
AMERIGLO recently introduced an entry to pistol optics with the all-new Haven red dot.
Review: Wilkinson Arms Linda Carbine
The Wilkinson Arms Linda is a pistol-caliber carbine that’s unique, offering substantial capacity and retro styling.
October Gun Sales 30 Percent Above Pre-Pandemic Levels
Volume of firearm purchases in October that resulted in an FBI NICs background check was the second highest for the 31-day reporting period on record, lagging only behind the scalding pace in 2020 when the pandemic and social unrest drove transfers to all-time highs.
First Look: EAA Introduces Girsan MC P35 Handgun
EAA’s latest firearm, the Girsan MC P35, continues that tradition of importing high-quality firearms from overseas which are tailored for American gun owners.
Mossberg Chairman Alan Mossberg Passes Away
Alan Mossberg, Chairman of O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc., passed away Nov. 6 at his home in Tierra Verde, FL, surrounded by close friends and family. Mossberg was 89 years old.
How to Transform Your Ruger 10/22 Into the Ultimate Tack-Driver
Transform your trusty Ruger 10/22 into a true tack-driver.
First Look: Primary Arms Optics ACCS Apollo Reticle
Primary Arms Optics is rolling out a new reticle option for long-range marksmanship, the ACSS Apollo .308/6.5 Grendel reticle, now available for the SLx 3-18x50 mm first-focal-plane riflescope.
First Look: Tasmanian Tiger Modular Combat Pack
Tasmanian Tiger is a line of tactical nylon products that is distributed in the U.S. by Proforce Equipment, and now they are releasing their new TT Modular Combat Pack.
Best Size for a Pistol Red Dot
What size is best for the red-dot you mount on your pistol?