Jacki Billings, Author at Guns.com

Author Biography

Jacki Billings

Jacki Billings is a freelance journalist covering product and industry news and reviews for Guns.com. With a focus on concealed carry and women’s topics, Jacki uses her micro warrior status to encourage women into the concealed carry lifestyle. Have a lead or tip? Send it to jacki@guns.com.

Stories by Jacki Billings

June 18, 2019
The Difference Between Revolvers and Pistols
Existing as early as the 14th Century, handheld firearms or handguns have offered gun owners a means to easily tote their preferred weaponry in a somewhat inconspicuous manner. Though handguns don’t come in nearly as many styles as their longer...
June 14, 2019
Summer Style with Alexo Athletica and Viktos (PHOTOS)
[caption id="attachment_3121944" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Ryan Burchfield, left, outfitted in Viktos gear. Mary Ann Simcox, right, sports Alexo Athletica apparel and 5.11 Tactical shoes. (Photo: Jacki Billings)[/caption] Warm temps are here and that means fitness gurus head outdoors to train; but...
June 14, 2019
Fitness and its Impact on the Warrior Lifestyle
[caption id="attachment_3121965" align="aligncenter" width="800"] SSG Amanda Rose, the District of Columbia Army National Guard, Army Combat Fitness Test/Master Fitness trainer, Non Commissioned Officer in Charge, preps soldiers to get fit and suggests gun owners do the same. (Photo: Amanda Rose...
June 12, 2019
5 Concealed Carry Holsters for Exercising (VIDEO)
https://youtu.be/3ER2osCFwWE Concealed carry the enthusiasts looking to merge their workout wear into the concealed carry lifestyle may find the road to getting ripped a little daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. The holster and gear market caters to athletes...
June 11, 2019
Buying 101: How to Buy a Handgun
[caption id="attachment_3121631" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Buying a handgun, like the Glock 19, doesn't have to be an intimidating process. (Photo: Guns.com)[/caption] With so many gun models available, selecting the right pistol to add to your growing collection or buying a handgun...
June 7, 2019
Competitive Shooters Face Off Against Zombies in Nebraska (VIDEO + PICS)
https://youtu.be/Bcm2HCxvY98 3-Gun shooters took to the range to destroy hordes of zombies at the Heartland Public Shooting Park in Grand Island, Nebraska as part of the annual Zombies in the Heartland match. Hosted by Hornady, the Zombies in the Heartland...
June 6, 2019
Top 4 Picks for Single Stack Pistols (VIDEO)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkkT2k803cA The single stack pistol genre brings subcompact, concealable styles to gun owners looking to easily stash their weapon on the go. With a stockpile full of great concealed carry options, we pulled four solid single stack options out of...
June 5, 2019
DC Project Throws Fundraiser Festival to Support Mission
[caption id="attachment_3121032" align="aligncenter" width="800"] (Photo: DC Project via Facebook)[/caption] The DC Project will host a fundraising festival this weekend in Burnett, Texas to raise money for an upcoming trip to Washington, D.C. The group's goal is to bring women from...
June 3, 2019
Single Stacks Regain Popularity in Concealed Carry Cliques
[caption id="attachment_3120826" align="alignright" width="800"] Single stacks are popular options for concealed carry due to their small size. From left to right: Walther PPS, Smith & Wesson M&P Shield in 9mm and Kahr CW9. (Photo: Jacki Billings/Guns.com)[/caption] Single-stack pistols are back...
May 31, 2019
KC Eusebio Wins Sixth World Speed Shooting Championship
[caption id="attachment_3120614" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Speed shooter KC Eusebio earns his sixth World Speed Shooting Championship title. (Photo: Traditions Media)[/caption] KC Eusebio follows up a record-setting 2019 US Steel Nationals match with another win at the Open Overall World Speed Shooting...