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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First Look: FN America FN 303 Tactical Less Lethal Launcher
New from FN America is the FN 303 Tactical Less Lethal Launcher with a modular chassis system that allows operators and armorers to quickly customize the buttstock, grip or sighting system.
Wilson Combat Unveils Their Latest Expansion
Wilson Combat recently underwent a $10 million upgrade to its facilities, which will help the company keep pace with ever-growing demand.
Springfield Armory Donates Firearms, Equipment to Lake Ozark PD
Springfield Armory has donated guns and equipment to the city of Lake Ozark (MO) Police Department to ensure its officers can effectively protect and serve the law-abiding citizens in its jurisdiction.
First Look: Diamondback Sidekick Rimfire Revolver
Diamondback Firearms is introducing the Diamondback Sidekick, a 9-shot, single- and double-action rimfire revolver that has an interchangeable swing-out cylinder.
Mossberg 500 and 590: America’s Defensive Shotguns
Since 1961, the O.F. (Oscar Frederick) Mossberg company has sold more than 11 million of its Model 500 pump-action shotguns, making it the most popular shotgun of all time, if not one of the most sold guns in any category, period.
Customizing the Colt Detective Special
Got a gun with that has seen better days? Perhaps Grandpa’s favorite gun was obviously “well loved?” Talented gunsmiths and other artisans are out there who can give your favorite firearm a much-needed face-lift.
First Look: Dead Air Armament Primal Suppressor
Dead Air Armament is adding the Primal, a new.46-caliber magnum rated suppressor to their lineup of firearms sound suppressors.
9/11 20 Years Later: A Special Smith & Wesson
There are still heroes in this world. We mourn the loss of one some 20 years later on the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.
Why Defensive Firearms Training is So Important
Yes, you may never have to fire your handgun in defense of your life or family, but the possibility always exists.
Why You Should Add Movement to Your Defensive Plan
Once the armed citizen has advanced to the point that he or she can draw and shoot their defensive handgun safely, accurately and quickly, it would be a very good idea to start adding movement to the defensive response. Movement has the potential to momentarily confuse and surprise an attacker, allowing the citizen to gain a bit of advantage.
Review: Smith & Wesson Shield Plus
In retrospect, Smith & Wesson had nobody to blame for the situation but themselves. The company didn’t invent the subcompact, lightweight, single-stack nine, of course. Walther and Beretta had preceded the original Shield to market by a few years with the PPS and the Nano, respectively, and Kahr had more or less created the niche back in the 1990s.
I Carry: Ruger LCP II Pistol in a Blue Force Gear Holster
In today's episode of "I Carry," we feature the Ruger LCP II Lite Rack .22 LR pistol in a Blue Force Gear pocket holster along with a CRKT Sketch pocketknife.
2021 New Optics Guide
Whatever your needs or budget, we’ve got info on the latest tactical, long-range, self-defense and concealed-carry optics in our annual guide.
Beretta Ships Last M9 to U.S. Military
The first week of September closed a chapter on small arms for the United States military, as Beretta USA shipped its last M9 to the U.S. Military.
First Look: Mossberg MVP Patrol in .300 BLK
Now O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. is expanding their MVP Patrol bolt-action rifle series with a new rifle chambered in .300 AAC Blackout (.300 BLK).
First Look: DeSantis Thumb Break & Speed Scabbard Holsters
Two handgun holsters from DeSantis, the Thumb Break & Speed Scabbard, showcase the company's build quality.
How to Refine Your Trigger Press
Jeff Cooper called it the Baja California shot, a hit landing low-left from the point-of-aim due to jerking the trigger. Imagine shooting at a map of the United States and you’ll get the idea. True for a right-handed shooter, I suppose we could call it the Florida shot for a left-handed shooter, although I never heard the Colonel describe it that way.
New Quarterly Sales Record for Smith & Wesson
Firearm sales nationwide have cooled compared to last year’s scalding pace, although the latest quarterly report from Smith & Wesson indicates the trend hasn’t affected the legendary firm.
Review: Leupold Mark 4 20-60x80 mm TMR Spotting Scope
Leupold's Mark 4 spotting scope is ideal for long-range enthusiasts.
2021 New Optics Guide: Riflescopes
While the hot-as-magma market for guns and ammunition has dominated the news, optics are also selling at a record pace. Fortunately, optics manufacturers have been able to develop and introduce a dizzying array of new products, including line enhancements, feature-rich budget options and technological marvels that were once unaffordable to anyone not named Bezos, but are now approaching price points where many shooters can make use of them. Whatever your needs or budget, we’ve got info on the latest tactical, long-range, self-defense and concealed-carry optics in our annual guide.