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An Official Journal Of The NRA | Failure on Sight?

5 days ago | shootingillustrated.com | Tamara Keel

The late, great trainer Todd Louis Green once teased me for bringing to class a range bag overloaded with all manner of gear, including two spare pistols. I’m the sort of belt-and-suspenders person who doesn’t want to risk a class weekend being ruined by a busted gun, Hey, “only lonely guns break.” Although I’d never needed to use one, I always brought a second (and maybe a third) pistol along to gun school, just in case. Fast forward to the summer of 2015.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | I Carry: CZ Shadow 2 Carry Pistol in a Falco Holster

1 week ago | shootingillustrated.com | Jay Grazio

Hey everyone, this is Shooting Illustrated bringing you another episode of “I Carry.” In today’s feature, we’re taking a look at the new CZ Shadow 2 Carry 9 mm pistol and some related gear. Let’s take a closer look at this kit:Firearm: CZ Shadow 2 Carry (MSRP: $1,449)When it comes to traditional double/single-action semi-automatic pistols, the SIG Sauer P226 and Beretta 92 come immediately to mind.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | In Memorial: Frank R. Brownell III 1939 - 2025

1 week ago | shootingillustrated.com | Guy Sagi

Frank R. Brownell III, former President, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Brownells, died on June 18, 2025. He succumbed to a lengthy illness in Grinnell, IA, only a few days before his 86th birthday. He was born in Montezuma, IA, on June 24, 1939, to Bob and Lois Brownell.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | Review: Ruger RXM 9 mm Pistol

1 week ago | shootingillustrated.com | Tamara Keel

It’s not often that I get really excited over the launch of a new handgun. This goes back long before my professional-reviewer days that started more than a decade ago. As far back as the late 1990s, I’ve been throwing shade at supposed “totally new directions” launched by various manufacturers. Sometimes this involves not getting ecstatic at the latest offerings from established makers.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | JB Hodgdon: 1936 - 2025

1 week ago | shootingillustrated.com | Guy Sagi

John Brewster “JB” Hodgdon—co-founder of Hodgdon Powder Company—passed away on June 13 at the age of 88. He was born Oct. 16, 1936, to Bruce and Amy Hodgdon, grew up in suburban Kansas City and was a lifelong resident of Kansas. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 1959 with a degree in business. Hodgdon was active in his hometown, with first responders, Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) and the classic-car community holding special places in his heart.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | Be A Good Witness

2 weeks ago | shootingillustrated.com | Jim Wilson

Just about everyone has given some thought about what they would do if they came upon a violent crime in progress. Some folks even imagine taking action to stop the crime and thereby end up the hero of the day. However, the smart thing to do is to consider the consequences of our actions before jumping in—because we may just not have all of the pertinent details.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | I Carry: Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series 9 mm Pistol in a Galco Holster

2 weeks ago | shootingillustrated.com | Jay Grazio

Hey everyone, this is Shooting Illustrated bringing you another episode of “I Carry.” In today’s feature, we’re taking a look at the new Smith & Wesson CSX-E 9 mm pistol and some related gear.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | Exclusive CZ 75 Royal Air Force Limited Edition Now Available to U.S. Buyers

2 weeks ago | shootingillustrated.com | Guy Sagi

CZ has announced a one-of-a-kind opportunity for U.S. collectors and enthusiasts to own the CZ 75 RAF Limited Edition. They are available exclusively through a limited-run online auction. The pistols are crafted to honor the legacy of the Czechoslovak RAF squadrons that served in the Royal Air Force during World War II. The CZ 75 RAF limited edition features bespoke engravings, hand-finished details and a limited production run of only 56 pistols worldwide.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | Montana to Build a World-Class Shooting Range

2 weeks ago | shootingillustrated.com | Guy Sagi

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte signed a measure into law last month that creates a Montana Shooting Center Task Force. That group will analyze and recommend locations and design parameters for establishing a world-class shooting facility in the state. Although the ink is barely dry on the Governor’s signature, there are indications the task force is already at hard at work. Last week, for example, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (MFWP) announced the temporary closure of a parcel near Logan, MT.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | Handguns: Reliability vs. Liability

2 weeks ago | shootingillustrated.com | Tamara Keel

While factory magazines are typically best, there are some great—and not so great—aftermarket brands. Learn to be a discriminating shopper. When you purchase a new semi-automatic pistol, odds are good it’s going to come with two magazines. It’s so common that it’s practically customary. Sure, a high-priced, bougie model might come with three, five or more, and a bargain-basement blaster billed to buyers on a budget may shave $10 or $20 off the MSRP by including only one, but two is the norm.