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 ...

Twenty-four state attorneys general have formally urged Congress to pass H.R. 38, the “Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act,” which would allow law-abiding citizens to carry concealed firearms across state lines without violating local laws. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE WASHINGTON, D.C. (2-minute read) — In a major push for Second Amendment protections, 24 state attorneys general, led by Oklahoma’s Gentner Drummond ...

A North Portland homeowner shot an intruder who attempted to break into his home early Thursday morning. The suspect was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and police are continuing to investigate the incident. LISTEN TO THIS ARTICLE PORTLAND, OR (2-minute read) — A man is recovering in the hospital after attempting to break into a North Portland home early Thursday morning ...

Wiley X is releasing a special-edition WX JAKL frame developed in collaboration with the American Sniper brand. Building on the success of the original WX JAKL, this release underscores Wiley X’s commitment to protecting those who serve on and off the battlefield. “This collaboration is more than a product launch. It’s a tribute to shared values of honor, grit and ...

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. A year before he arrived, his father—who owned a ...

Despite the 9mm Luger cartridge being currently much more popular than the .45 ACP, the debate as to which is the best self-defense round continues. It is pretty much conceded that the 9mm pistol can hold more rounds in the same-size package, and it’s undeniable that in similar-sized guns, the 9mm will have distinctly less recoil. It is likewise uncontested ...

Galco Gunleather is now offering its APO (Auto-Pistol Outdoorsman) strong-side belt holster to fit the Glock G17 9mm pistol. The Galco Gunleather APO is a premium, hand-molded steerhide holster designed for field use and meant to be worn while hiking, riding off-road vehicles or horses or just any time you are spending time in the great outdoors. Besides using Galco’s ...

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 ...

Reptilia, a company known for its high-end, one-piece tactical scope mounts, is now further expanding its rifle accessory product lines. In addition to selling stocks and grips for AR-15 pattern firearms, Reptilia is now offering AK/Kalashnikov platform accessories, too. The company just unveiled the new Reptilia CQG AK pistol grip for AKs. The Reptilia CQG AK grip serves as an ...

Heckler & Koch USA has announced that it will be offering complete MR556 A4 upper-receiver kits, available with either an 11-inch or a 16-inch barrel. Customers now have the chance to buy one of HK’s complete top ends and install it over an existing lower receiver to make it easier and less expensive to upgrade. Because the MR556 upper receiver ...