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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Weekly Wrap: Police Chiefs Talk Assault Weapons Ban with White House
1 year ago
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Police Chiefs nationwide meet at White House to talk assault weapons bans and high capacity mags, and JAMA study shows firearms safety video keeps kids safe. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: MA House Proposes Sweeping Gun Bill & OR Gov Signs "Ghost Gun" Ban
1 year ago
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Massachusetts House proposes 140-page gun bill, Oregon's Gov. signs "ghost gun" ban, and TSA recovers more than 3K guns at security checkpoints. (Read)
Amazon Prime Big Deals Day Gun & Gear Deals 2024
1 year ago
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We've got the best Prime Day Deals for firearms owners. From optics to range gear, tools, survival supplies, and even electronics. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: House Votes to Repeal Brace Ban & CA Gov Proposes 28th Amendment
1 year ago
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U.S. House repeals brace ban, Gov. Newsom proposes 28th Amendment to tackle guns, and FWS rejects anti-lead ammo petition. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: NY Wants to Make It a Felony to 3D Print Guns
1 year ago
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NY aims to ban 3D printing of guns at home, CT's governor signs sweeping gun law, and U.S. appeals court says nonviolent offenders can own guns. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: Pistol Brace Amnesty Ends & BioFire Won’t Submit to NJ Committee
1 year ago
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The pistol brace amnesty period ended May 31, Biofire won't submit smart gun to NJ commission, and Montana says no to tracking gun purchases. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: TN Gov Demands Special Session Over Guns
1 year ago
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee calls for special legislative session to talk gun measures and Texas bill looking to raise age limit on gun purchases fails. (Read)
New Data Shows Micro-Compact Pistol Sales On the Rise
1 year ago
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Micro-compact pistol sales are on the rise, according to NAGSW. But why? Gun makers and industry reps chime in to explain the small gun boom. (Read)
AutoKeyCard Explained: Why Did the ATF Shut It Down? [UPDATED]
1 year ago
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We explain what an AutoKeyCard is, why the ATF takes issue with it, and what the verdict was in the AutoKeyCard case. (Read)
11 Best Roller-Delayed Subguns & Rifles
1 year ago
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Ready to dive into the world of roller-delayed blowback systems? We've got the low down on what these guns are and which are the coolest. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: TN Gov Calls for Red Flag Laws, City Okays $1,300+ CCW Fee
1 year ago
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TN's governor calls for more gun reform, city in CA wants to adopt $1,366 fee for CCW permits, and second federal judge rules against gun ban for pot users. (Read)
Weekly Wrap: FL Gov Okays Permitless Carry & Glock 28 Now Stateside
1 year ago
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FL Gov. Ron DeSantis signs permitless carry into law in the Sunshine State, Glock unleashes the G28 on the U.S., and B&T and Surefire team up. (Read)