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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The Colt RAF 1911
For years, my father had tormented me by letting me know he had a Colt .45 in the house, but I never knew where it was, nor was I even allowed to set eyes upon the shooting iron that I imagined was nickel-plated with a 5.5-inch barrel and stag grips.
Walther Arms Kicks of Summer with Special Rimfire Promotion
Purchase select Walther rimfire pistols and get a free Leupold eyewear.
Review: Taurus Model 327 Revolver
The basic roots of this revolver could hardly run deeper.
Why The Shotgun Is Best For Home Defense
When it comes to home defense, the 12-gauge shotgun rules your roost.
First Look: R3D 2.0 Tritium Night Sights From XS Sights
Easier to install, easier to see, built tougher and stronger than the 1st gen R3D sight.
Discipline and Speed Control
If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of 100 battles.
How Much Zoom Is Too Much Zoom?
An optic’s zoom range, more properly known as its erector ratio, is often a selling point, but what does it really mean?
First Look: Federal Action Shotgun Ammunition
Designed for the specific needs of multi-gun competitors.
First Look: N8 Tactical Magna Clip
Keep your spare magazine close at hand and yet out of sight.
The Ammo Question
How much ammo should you carry on a regular basis? That's a darn good question...
Mind, Body and Soul
The real target that needs to be hardened is the one you see in the mirror.
First Look: Blaser B2 Riflescope Line
Two new second focal plane optics built on the heritage of German optics.
I Carry: Savage 1911 Pistol in a Falco Holster
In this week's episode of "I Carry," we have a Savage Arms two-tone 1911 with rail carried in a Falco Holsters' C105 leather holster with a PowerTac E9R G4 flashlight.
Heightened Security in Houses Of Worship
What should be a sanctuary often isn't.
First Look: ACE Reo Knives From GiantMouse
A new knife inspired by a classic American car manufacturer.
Review: Smith & Wesson M&P 5.7
Step on the gas with Smith & Wesson’s newest hotrod handgun.
First Look: Holosun 507 Comp Electronic Sight
A new competition-focused direct mount optic from Holosun.
Building A Durable Grip
Consistency is once again a key to repeatable accuracy.
Luxembourg Goes With Heckler & Koch
Will equip troops with HK416 A7 and HK416 A2 rifles as well as HK269 40mm grenade launchers.
Roundup: Full-Size Pistols In 9mm
When it's time to get down to business, bigger is usually better.