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 Have a Partner for Firearms Training
Like much in life, clearing rooms with a partner has challenges and benefits.
First Look: Axeon Optics MPL1 Pistol Light
Axeon Optics, a brand known for innovative shooting and outdoor optic products, has launched the new MPL1 pistol light with ergonomic rear switches featuring three light modes.
Review: 1791 Gunleather Open Top OWB Multi-Fit Holster
1791 Gunleather's Open Top OWB Multi-Fit is a classic case of taking a new and innovative approach to solving an old problem.
The True Story Behind Tom Threepersons and His Holster
Wiley Clapp recounts the tale of famous Western lawman, Tom Threepersons, and the holster that bears his namesake.
First Look: Sightron PLR Riflescope Series
Sightron is launching a new line of optics, the SIII Precision Long-Range (PLR) Riflescope Series designed specifically for long-range competition and target shooting.
I Carry: Taurus G3C TORO Optics-Ready Pistol in a DeSantis Holster
In today's episode, we have a new Taurus G3C TORO Optics-Ready pistol with a Swampfox Kingslayer red-dot sight carried in a DeSantis Holsters outside-the-waistband Veiled Partner holster.
The Ultimate Guide to Rifle Terminology
Think you can talk the rifle talk? Only a fool would think they know everything.
Are Lever-Actions a Good Choice for Home Defense?
While lever-action shotguns are pretty rare, they are nonetheless worth investigating as a home-defense tool.
First Look: Viridian E-Series Laser Sight for Ruger Max-9
Now Viridian Weapon Technologies is rolling out new green and red E-Series laser sights for the Ruger Max-9 pistol.
Review: Strikeman Laser Training System
Laser-training devices are a great way to practice while conserving ammo, and a newcomer to the market has a product that mates nicely with a smartphone app to provide excellent feedback.
Review: Strikeman Laser Training System
Laser-training devices are a great way to practice while conserving ammo, and a newcomer to the market has a product that mates nicely with a smartphone app to provide excellent feedback.
Silencer Central Moving to New Headquarters
Silencer Central has acquired a new 35,000-square-foot building on 11.5 acres in Sioux Falls, SD, to centralize multiple operations and serve as its new headquarters.
First Look: Faxon Firearms Match Series Barrels for M&P Shield
Faxon Firearms, a U.S.-based manufacturer of rifle and pistol components as well as complete firearms, is releasing their new Match Series Barrels for 9 mm models of the M&P Shield.
10 Great Defense Loads for the 9 mm
David Workman takes a look at 10 great options for defense loads in 9 mm.
Review: Rock River Arms RBG-1S Bolt-Action Rifle
Famed MSR manufacturer Rock River Arms’ first bolt-action rifle is an excellent entry into the long-range-shooting world.
First Look: Bear OPS Bold Action 14 Automatic Knife
Bear OPS, a professional-grade brand of knives produced by Bear & Son Cutlery, introduced a new automatic pocketknife that is California-legal and comfortable to carry.
Why You Can Always Improve Your Shooting Skills
Spend some time moving your benchmark and you'll quickly realize you can always improve your shooting skills, no matter how proficient you've become.
First Look: Steelhead Outdoors Nomad 32 Modular Gun Safe
Steelhead Outdoors added a new product to its growing Nomad modular gun safe line. The new Nomad 32 provides hunters, shooters and firearm collectors with a mid-size choice in between its Nomad 26 and Nomad 38 models.
Review: Mission First Tactical Minimalist Appendix IWB Holster
David Workman reviews the Mission First Tactical Minimalist IWB holster, which provides a unique design for concealed carry.
First Look: German Precision Optics SPECTRAdot Scope
German Precision Optics is entering the red-dot scope market with their new SPECTRAdot Red Dot Scope.