Guy J. Sagi - Editor in Chief

     Guy J. Sagi was labeled America’s most notorious outdoor writer by anti-hunting extremists after working successful pro-hunting media campaigns in elections from 1992 to 2000. He came to work at NRA in 2002 as executive editor of Shooting Illustrated, NRA InSights and Shooting Sports USA and is currently editor in chief of Shooting Illustrated. For nearly a decade he was editor in chief of Safari Times, the newsprint monthly for members of Safari Club International, and he’s also been at the helm of Free Hunters and Mule Deer magazines. 

     Born and raised in Tucson, AZ, he was a volunteer with the Southern Arizona Rescue Association for 12 years and authored “Fishing Arizona II” and “Hunting Small Game in Arizona.” His byline has appeared in a wide variety of publications, including Four Wheeler, Bass Fishing, The San Francisco Chronicle, The Denver Post, Arizona Republic, Cleveland Plain Dealer and The Washington Post.

 

 

 

 

Adam Heggenstaller - Managing Editor

     When he was just a teenager, Shooting Illustrated Associate Editor Adam Heggenstaller penned his first article on guns and hunting for his high school newspaper. He continued writing on his favorite subject throughout college at Penn State University, during a period with Outdoor Life, and while serving as Assistant Editor of Penn Lines, a magazine about issues related to rural Pennsylvania. In 2004 he joined the staff of NRA as Senior Communications Specialist, covering various outreach programs and shooting competitions before transferring to the Publications Division.

     Born in central Pennsylvania, Heggenstaller was raised in the traditions of hunting and shooting. With nearly 20 years of firearms experience, he clings to this legacy as passionately as he carries a well-traveled Model 88 Winchester passed down from his grandfather. When he’s not in the woods or office, Heggenstaller enjoys fly-fishing, photography and perfecting wild game recipes.

 

Ed Friedman - Associate Editor

 

 

 

     Shooting Illustrated Associate Editor Ed Friedman was assistant product manager for Nikon Inc.’s Sport and Recreational Optics Division from 2003-2006 before joining NRA Publications in July 2008. He is working toward a master’s degree in public policy from George Mason University. With extensive knowledge of optics, policy and the shooting industry, he brings a unique insider’s perspective to the magazine and to gunsandhunting.com.

     A native of New York City, Friedman is an avid hunter and shooter. He has a particular fondness for military firearms, especially Russian guns like the Mosin-Nagant and the AK-47. When not exercising his Second Amendment rights, he enjoys spending time with his wife and young son at home in Fairfax County, VA.

 

 

 

Bob Boyd - Assistant Editor

 

 

     Bob Boyd, who was hired as assistant editor to Shooting Illustrated in July of 2008, is hardly a stranger to the NRA or the gun industry. He came to the magazine after serving more than 10 years in the organization’s Membership Division. He is a virtual depository of firearms knowledge, and has true passion for hunting and of course, writing. He earned his degree in English from George Mason University, and with a firearms collection in excess of 300 pieces, it’s no wonder Boyd is most comfortable, and typically found, on the firing line. When the shooting muffs come off and gun safe closes, his other interests also include movies.