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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Why You Should Always Be Adapting for Everyday Carry
Study, experience and technological advancements may convince you to make changes to your EDC gear.
First Look: Champion Small Frame Earmuffs
Champion recently introduced a new set of hearing protection in the Small Frame Earmuffs that are specifically designed to fit smaller heads.
Review: 1791 Gunleather Universal IWB Max Holster
The 1791 Gunleather Universal Inside the Waist (UIW MAX) Holster has some features I really like and some that are certainly off the beaten path.
I Carry: Springfield Armory Hellcat OSP Pistol With Swampfox Optics Sentinel Red Dot Sight
In today's episode of "I Carry," we have a Springfield Armory Hellcat OSP pistol with a Swampfox Optics Sentinel red-dot sight carried in a JM Custom Kydex AIWB holster.
Unconventional Shooting Positions
Sheriff Jim reminds us that real-life encounters don't often happen square-on at 7 yards, and that we should practice unusual positions as well as the basics.
First Look: Ed Brown MP-F4 Pistol
Ed Brown, long known for its custom 1911s, added the Smith & Wesson M&P to the list of pistols of which it offers upgraded versions. The latest is the MP-F4.
Concealed Carry Myths
With the increasing popularity of concealed carry among self-defense-minded folks, it’s important to separate fact from fiction to make us all better, more responsible defenders of ourselves and our loved ones.
Concealed Carry Myths
With the increasing popularity of concealed carry among self-defense-minded folks, it’s important to separate fact from fiction to make us all better, more responsible defenders of ourselves and our loved ones.
Ruger-57 Pistol Safety Retrofit
Ruger has identified a potential problem with a small number of safety levers on its Ruger-57 pistol.
First Look: Swampfox Optics Liberator II Red Dot Sight
Swampfox Optics released the Liberator II red-dot sight, an upgraded version of the company's popular red dot.
New Pistols for 2021
From single-action revolvers to large-format pistols, guns continue to fly off shelves. Concern over societal unrest combined with production delays caused by the pandemic have amped up demand and new inventory is only now arriving in stores.
First Look: Adaptive Tactical EX Performance Adjustable Stock
Each component of the Adaptive Tactical EX Performance Adjustable Stock is engineered with a focus on long-term durability and performance.
April Gun Sales Indicate Gun Industry Continues to Thrive
Firearm sales for April 2021 indicate that Americans continue to buy guns at record pace.
April Gun Sales Indicate Gun Industry Continues to Thrive
Firearm sales for April 2021 indicate that Americans continue to buy guns at record pace.
First Look: Faxon Match Series Barrels for Glock 43 & 43X
Faxon’s Match Series pistol barrels for Glock G43/43X are machined 100 percent in-house from stress-relieved 416-R stainless steel.
What’s The Best Stance for Shooting With Shotguns?
Shooting a shotgun requires a solid stance, but different endeavors require different positions. Which is best?
What’s The Best Stance for Shooting With Shotguns?
Shooting a shotgun requires a solid stance, but different endeavors require different positions. Which is best?
First Look: New Bushnell Rimfire Riflescopes
Bushnell recently added two new models to their lineup of dedicated of rimfire riflescopes.
New Revolvers for 2021
From single-action revolvers to large-format pistols, guns continue to fly off shelves. Concern over societal unrest combined with production delays caused by the pandemic have amped up demand and new inventory is only now arriving in stores.
How to Maximize Your Training During the Ammo Shortage
In the midst of the ammo shortage, there is still a way to maximize your training.