Jacki Billings

Editor-in-Chief

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

Get latest articles from Jacki Billings

ATF Attempts Revamp of NFA Form 1

5 days ago

The ATF posted a proposal to the Federal Registrar indicating potential changes to the Form 1 application. (Read)

Supreme Court Tackles Marijuana Use & Gun Rights

1 week ago

The Supreme Court agreed to hear United States v. Hemani - a case that could determine whether marijuana users can legally possess firearms. (Read)

Glock Confirms V Series, Discontinues Gen 4 & Gen 5 Pistols [UPDATED!]

2 weeks ago 25 Comments

Sources reveal Glock plans to discontinue a large portion of popular pistols after November 30, 2025 - launching new models in their place. (Read)

Court & Gun Groups Clash Over Membership List

2 weeks ago 2 Comments

A district court in Louisiana and two pro-gun groups clashed after judges demanded the groups turn over their member lists. (Read)

[Review] Pelican SRVL1 & SRVL2: Best Pre-Built Go Bags?

3 weeks ago

Pelican now offers go bags for beginner preppers looking to stock up. But are the SRVL1 and SRRVL2 worth the cost? We tested them to find out. (Read)

Fall Firepower: Your Autumn Gear Checklist

1 month ago

Temps are down, leaves are falling, and Autumn is here. What should be on your fall shopping list? We have some recommendations. (Read)

Pennsylvania Legislators Advance Gun Bills Targeting 3D Printed Guns & Glock Switches

1 month ago

Four bills were green-lit by Pennsylvania lawmakers, and target everything from 3D printed firearms to Glock switches. (Read)

Gun Sales Dip Under 1M Mark Over Summer: Are Tough Times on the Way?

1 month ago 4 Comments

Gun sales decreased in July 2025. Is this is indicative of what's to come? Will sales rebound or is the industry headed towards recession? (Read)

Will Minnesota Ban "Weapons of War"? Gov. Walz Calls Special Session

2 months ago 5 Comments

Gov. Tim Walz says he plans to call a special session of the Minnesota state legislature to take on gun reform. (Read)

Appeals Court Nixes New Mexico 7-Day Waiting Period on Guns

2 months ago

A law requiring New Mexico gun buyers to wait seven days before taking ownership of newly purchased firearms may have met its end this week in court. (Read)