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: Zeiss V8 NA Riflescopes
Both scopes are are designed with the great outdoors in mind.
The Precise Trigger Press
It takes a lot of work to make the perfect shot.
First Shots: New Red-Dot Optics from Meprolight
We got a sneak peek at some new optics from Meprolight at 5.7 Fest.
First Look: New Models from PHLster Holster
More offerings for the FN Reflex.
First Look: Warne HyperLite Scope Rings
Strength without added weight.
Kimber America’s 45th Anniversary
What started in rimfire rifles has moved on to all sorts of firearms.
Pistol with a Past
As I was perusing the show cases in my local gun shop recently, I came upon a revolver that I just had to have. The gun in question was a Smith & Wesson Model 19 with a 2.5-inch barrel in pristine condition.
First Look: Steelhead Outdoors Scout 25 Ammo Cabinet
Keep your ammo safe and sound.
Ask, Tell, Make
If “victim” is the job, we want to fail the interview.
Why Choose An Enclosed Emitter Red Dot Sight?
Not all red dot sights are built the same way.
First Look: Luth-AR Chrome Slick Side Bolt Carrier Group
Perfect for your retro AR-15 build.
First Look: KelTec Sub2000 Gen3 In 5.7x28mm
A different caliber of Sub2000.
Learning Takes a Lifetime
A student of the gun is always learning, because there’s always something to learn.
Watchtower Firearms Launches ‘Great American Savings’ Rebate Program
Now offering a free Leupold optic with select firearms purchases.
First Look: Dead Air Lazarus 6 Suppressor
Designed for heavy use and low back pressure.
How To Install A Rifle Scope
Properly installing and using optical sights is paramount to maximizing your rifle’s potential.
First Look: SIG Sauer P365 Fuse
The P365 has a growth spurt.
Fightin' Iron: The Special .44
Great firearm designs can evolve into guns that don’t catch on.
First Look: Two New Packs From Alps Outdoorz
These new packs cover both ends of the size spectrum.
Lessons Learned
New gun owners need to be guided, not led.