Jacki Billings delved into the world of guns while earning her black belt in Yongmudo. Armed with a degree in journalism, she’s penned thousands of articles for the gun industry. She’s passionate about self-defense and first aid and sharing what works (and what doesn’t) with readers.
Jacki currently serves as Pew Pew Tactical's Editor-in-Chief directing coverage and managing the content and video teams as well as fact checking all articles.
Experience
- NRA Refuse to Be a Victim Instructor
- NRA Pistol Instructor
- Concealed Carry Handgun Instructor
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support & CPR/First Aid Instructor
- Yongmudo 1st Dan Black Belt
- Written over 2,000 articles for various publications (Pew Pew Tactical, Guns.com, Shooting Sports USA, Concealed Carry Magazine, Recoil, ConcealedCarry.com)
Education
- 2007-2008: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, B.A. Mass Communications, Minor Sociology
- 2004-2006: Tennessee Technological University, Journalism
Professional Organizations
- Professional Outdoor Media Association: Voting Member
- National Shooting Sports Foundation: Media Member
- Society of Professional Journalists
- ACES: The Society for Editing
- National Press Photographers Association
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Top Reviews from PPT in 2024 (Best Ofs, Too!)
1 year ago
As is customary for this time of year, we take a look back at some of our best and brightest articles – the ones our readers really liked. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Judge Blocks CA Carry Bans
1 year ago
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A federal judge halts California's CCW ban in public places, CZ Colt Group will acquire Sellier & Bellot, and the Marines look to trim .50 cal weight. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Office of Gun Violence Prevention Hosts Lawmakers to Talk Gun Bans
1 year ago
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White House invites lawmakers to talk on gun control, IL gun ban set to take effect Jan. 1, and bill to fund smart gun tech introduced. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Historic Remington Factory to Close & NSSF Challenges ATF
1 year ago
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RemArms is trading New York for Georgia, the NSSF takes on the ATF's proposed "engaged in the business" rule and Vista turns down offer from Colt/CZ. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: GOSAFE Act Targets Gas-Operated Semi-Autos
1 year ago
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Two U.S. senators introduced a new gun bill this week that aims to ban certain firearms based on “lethality” versus cosmetic features. (Read)
New Product Highlight: Savage Launches KLYM Big Game Rifles
1 year ago
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Aiming to improve the hunting experience, the KLYM series from Savage blends a lightweight design with high-performance features. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Judge Rules in Favor of 3-Day Waiting Period
1 year ago
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A federal judge upholds a Colorado law requiring a 3-day waiting period for guns, Sig offers P365 to Californians, and Democratic lawmaker intros bill aimed at gun trafficking. (Read)
New Product Highlight: Glock 49 MOS Hits US Market
1 year ago
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A new optics-ready Glock model is on the way to American consumers – the Glock 49 MOS -- which pairs the frame of a Glock 19 with the slide of a Glock 17. (Read)
New Product Highlight: SK Customs Launches Limited Edition Colt 1911
1 year ago
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SK Customs announced its annual Gun of the Year – limited-edition model, the Lady of Guadalupe, chambered in .38 Super. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Legislators Seek Federal Licensing for Gun Owners
1 year ago
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Legislators look into a federal licensing requirement for gun owners, gun sales shot up 20% in October, and FN breaks ground on second facility. (Read)
New Product Highlight: Smith & Wesson Rolls Out New PCC
1 year ago
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Smith & Wesson introduced a new 9mm pistol caliber carbine, the Response, that works alongside Glock and Smith & Wesson magazines. (Read)
New Product Highlight: B&T Launches BWC9 with ACRO P2
1 year ago
B&T announced a new folding chassis design that works alongside the Sig P320 -- the BWC9, complete with Aimpoint ACRO P2 red dot. (Read)
