When you're heading out to the range you probably double check that you have everything you need in your handgun range bag. Of course, lots of gun ranges offer rental equipment, but it's just never quite the same as your own gear. There are also items that the range will not have that you should be sure to bring.
We've put together a list of the Top 10 Handgun Range Bag Essentials we think you should be packing, but these items are far from the only things you could keep in your gun range bag. A handgun range bag holds gear but it can also include water bottles for those dusty outdoor ranges and snacks to help you power through a long day of target practice.
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Ammunition
Ammo is a must have for your gun range bag - buying it at the range is always an option. However you may want to find your preferred brand of ammo and bring it in your bag. If the box is beat up consider moving your ammunition to an ammo storage container, many models are small and compact enough to fit in your range bag.
Find your preferred ammunition.
Shooting Targets
Yeah, you need shooting targets! What else are you going to shoot at? Shooting targets are also the best way to gauge your progress - how tight are your shots? Shooting targets run the gamut from varmint designs to zombie, so stock up on your favorites.
Take a look at our various shooting targets.
Shooting Glasses and Hearing Protection
Shooting glasses are an essential part of your range bag - take it from us, debris getting stuck in your eyes can happen, and it is just as unpleasant as you think it is. Hearing protection is another necessity if you expect to hear anything after a day of shooting, especially in indoor ranges. If you don't love your shooting glasses or hearing protection gear, upgrade to more comfortable models.
Check out our shooting glasses and hearing protection.
Speed Loaders
If you're aiming for speed as well as accuracy throw a speed loader into your handgun range bag. Speed loaders for revolvers, magazine loaders and speed strips help keep your ammo organized and ready to reload.
View our selection of speed loaders.
Multi Tools
Nothing is handier than a multi-tool. You never know what you may need it for, hence the "multi" uses. Tossing a multi-tool in your range bag is just smart - particularly if you're headed to an outdoor range where there may be more debris around or you may be farther from traditional tools.
See our selection of multi-tools.
Handguns
Of course your handgun should go in your range bag. It's best to get in practice with your own handgun. You'll get to know your own pistol or revolver better and be better able to tell if it's functioning properly. If you want to try something new or different, shooting ranges offer a number of rental models so you can experiment. If you're in the market for a new handgun, we've got a great selection.
View our wide variety of handguns for sale.
Pistol Rugs
If you're taking your own handgun to the range you'll want to keep it in a pistol rug within your larger gun range bag. Pistol rugs keep your handgun protected from the other essentials in your range bag and offers more safety and security from accidental firing.
Find our selection of pistol rugs.
Gun Holsters
If you mean to practice removing your handgun from your holster quickly then obviously you should include your holster in your range bag. Especially for law enforcement or instructors, practicing with a holster or just having one so you can teach hands-free is a good idea.
See our selection of gun holsters.
First Aid Kits
You never know when a first aid kit will come in handy. It probably won't be anything worse than a pinched finger, but you'll be happy when you've already got a bandage at the ready. Toss a first aid kit in your range bag for maximum preparedness.
Check out our first aid kits.
Gun Cleaning Kits
While you will thoroughly clean your gun when you get back from the gun range, having a cleaning kit and some essentials are important for the occasional issue that may pop up. Basic gun cleaning supplies like cleaner, patches and a brush can help if fouling occurs. Having oil and gun lube in your shooting range bag can really be useful to keep things functioning properly while you are at the range.
See our selection of gun cleaning kits and supplies.
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