Shooting Illustrated

From concealed carry and home defense to gun mods and tactical training, Shooting Illustrated is loaded with expert information on the subjects today’s shooters care about most.

Taking the First Steps

Learn gun safety from the world's largest firearm-training organization.

Round-Up: Rapid Access Safes for Long Guns

Secure your home defense rifle or shotgun safe but keep it ready to go.

Range Review: Magpul PMAG D-50 GL-9 PCC Drum Magazine

Designed to work with 9mm carbines that accept Glock magazines.

First Look: Wilson Combat Quell P Suppressors

Two new lightweight 9mm pistol suppressors.

Review: Walther PDP-F Pro Series

Ergonomics and Function in Balance

Shotgun Spotlight: Mossberg 590 With Magpul Furniture

Topped with a Leupold Deltapoint Pro optic for faster aiming.

Review: PHLster Skeleton Holster For Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0

A minimalist IWB holster teamed up with a lightweight defensive pistol.

Always Carry Pepper Spray

Conflict can pop up in unexpected places.

Plan Ahead

A firearm is only one part of an integrated defensive plan.

First Look: Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger LCR .32 H&R Mag.

Six shots in a easy to carry lightweight revolver.

First Shots: Rossi RM64 Revolver

A 4-inch .357 Mag. wheelgun that balances accuracy, size and firepower.

SHOT Show 2025 Roundup: Products For Women

The right to keep and bear arms is for everyone.

First Look: Beretta Cheetah 80X .32 ACP

Beretta downsizes the Cheetah for a classic defensive pistol cartridge.

First Shots: Heckler & Koch CC9 pistol

Built to the same standards as H&K's full-size and duty pistols

First Shots: Kel-Tec PR57 Pistol

Chambered in 5.7x28mm and reloaded via a clip into a non-removable magazine.

SHOT Show 2025 Roundup: New Pistols

Something for everyone at this year's SHOT Show.

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