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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Guns & Cigars: Two Industries Intertwined
Guns and cigars? Both of these industries face similar challenges and cater to some of the same enthusiasts, as one Shooting Illustrated contributor discovered.
Review: Arex Rex Alpha
Accuracy, comfort and reliability are each important considerations for any handgun. The Slovenian-made Arex Rex Alpha gets superior marks in all three of those categories.
New for 2019: Rossi Tuffy Shotgun
Built as an inexpensive, lightweight, single-shot option for a range of potential uses, the Rossi Tuffy shotgun is a new option for budget-minded shotgunners to examine.
I Carry: S&W M&P Bodyguard in a Mitch Rosen Ankle Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard revolver in a Mitch Rosen holster, along with other essential EDC gear.
Defensive Shooting: A Quickly Diminishing Skill
You've taken some training classes? Shot well in your last club competition? Good! But don't stop there. Sheriff Jim highlights the importance of staying in fighting shape.
Springfield Armory Announces Partnership With Hillsdale College
Springfield Armory announced its support of Hillsdale College's shooting-sports program with a tailored video that highlights the school's mission and its growing Action Shooting Sports Team.
Review: Streak Visual Ammunition
Instead of using magnesium for illumination, like standard tracer rounds, Streak Visual Ammunition uses a phosphor-based compound that doesn't produce any fire risk. We took it to the range to see how it performed.
Documentary Highlights Career of Sheriff Jim Wilson
In conjunction with Panteao Productions and Nighthawk Custom, Shooting Illustrated Field Editor Sheriff Jim Wilson shared his life story in a 37-minute documentary.
Review: Core15 Hardcore System X2
Core15 offers what may be the final word in precision with its Hardcore System X2 AR-platform rifle chambered in 6.5 Grendel.
An Important Message From Your NRA Leadership and Past Presidents
An Important Message From Your NRA Leadership and Past Presidents.
5 Must-Have Products for Pistol Mag Maintenance
Sure, you're cleaning and maintaining your pistol, but how do those mags look? Here are five products that'll help keep your handgun magazines in peak performance condition.
First Look: OSS RAD 22 Suppressor
Designed with the company's innovative Flow Baffle technology, the OSS Suppressors RAD 22 provides a .22-caliber suppressor for rimfire and centerfire guns, including the CMMG Banshee 5.7x28mm platform.
Building vs. Buying an AR-15
Whether you're looking for your first AR-15 or building your tenth, it's still worth asking the question: Should I build or buy my rifle? We examine each side of the issue here.
Review: Sabatti Tactical Desert
Designed with American shooters in mind, the Sabatti Tactical Desert is a hyper-accurate bolt gun that delivers rounds on target with almost no felt recoil.
New for 2019: Mossberg 500 Centennial Shotgun
In celebration of the company's 100th anniversary in 2019, Mossberg released a limited-edition variant of its hugely popular Model 500 shotgun. Check out the details here.
'Party With Our Troops' Raises Funds for Wounded Vets
Now in its 9th year, the Yellow Ribbon Fund (YRF) hosted Party With Our Troops on May 16, at Tommy Joe’s Bar and Grill in Bethesda, MD.
Skills Check: Cleaning & Ammo Cycling Drill
How long has it been since you last cleaned and oiled your concealed-carry pistol and cycled out your carry ammo? Here's a good drill to make use of those old rounds.
Collecting vs. Training: Spend Your Time & Money Wisely
Having a collection of neat and interesting guns is great, but it's worth considering spending your time and money on training and good defensive gear first.
I Carry: Bersa BP9cc in a Safariland Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we look at using a Bersa BP9cc in a Safariland holster, along with a few other essential pieces of EDC gear.
My 'Spare-Parts' AR-15: Assembly & Accuracy Results
If you own an AR-15, you probably have some spare parts lying around. Declutter by building those parts into a workable rifle—the results may surprise you.