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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Understanding Transitional Spaces
We're especially vulnerable when moving from Point A to Point B.
A Brief Guide To Pistol Compensators
Sometimes, you just need to vent.
First Look: Savage 110 Pro Pursuit Rifle
Designed in conjunction with Mike Robinson of "Farming the Wild."
Review: KGM R556 Suppressor
A feature-rich suppressor from hidden giant in the industry.
First Look: Magpul DAKA Soft Cases
Three different sizes, each designed to work with the DAKA grid system.
Dealing With The Aftermath
Be prepared for what happens after a defensive encounter.
First Look: FAB Defense Ultimag G2 Magazine
A "clean sheet" approach to the AR-15 magazine.
The Shooter's Bookshelf: Left Of Bang
It's not enough just to spot trouble before it happens. You also need to explain why it's trouble.
I Carry: Colt Viper .357 Magnum Revolver in a Dark Star Gear Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we have the new Colt Viper .357 Magnum revolver carried in a Dark Star Gear Apollo holster along with a CRKT PSD II pocketknife.
First Look: Kratos Hera Bag Riders
Help stabilize your AR when using shooting bags.
First Look: Silencer Shop CAT SC Suppressor
Designed for use with 9mm handguns.
Barrett Secures Another Pair of Military Contracts
The M107 and MRADELR rifles continue to be popular.
What I Didn’t Learn In Special Forces
The military and the armed citizenry have two very different missions.
First Look: XS Sights Pre-Drilled Revolver Sights
Works with select Smith & Wesson and Ruger revolvers.
First Look: Aero Precision Tephra 22 Suppressor
Designed for long life and easy cleaning.
First Focal Plane Reticles vs. Second Focal Plane Reticles
Different reticle locations for different uses.
Review: Walther PPK/S in .32 ACP
Walther brings back the PPK/s in its iconic .32 ACP chambering.
First Look: MDT JAE-G5 Chassis
Form, meet function. Function, form.
First Look: SnapSafe Super Titan Safe
A large, modular safe that’s easy to manage.
Review: SilencerCo Scythe-Ti Suppressor
Small package, big hush.