Pro Shop: New Gun Owner Needs

New to gun ownership? Here are some essential items you need to get started in your firearm journey.

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posted on December 20, 2025
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1. Prevent unauthorized access to your handgun(s) with the Hornady RAPiD Safe 4800KP XXL. Constructed from 14-gauge steel and paired with RFID technology, this portable safe exceeds ASTM safety standards, while still granting ultra-fast access to a pair of secure handguns via a convenient keypad, the swipe of an RFID-enabled sticker or the wave of an RFID key fob or wrist strap, all of which are included. An security cable is included and serves as an added theft deterrent. MSRP: $322.99; hornady.com


2. The Hoppes Range Kit with Cleaning Mat includes all the components shooters need to maintain .22- and .30-caliber rifles as well as 9 mm, .40 S&W and .45 ACP handguns. Several metal-rod sections of varying lengths provide effective cleaning. It also comes with a pair of brushes, assorted patches, three orange-colored plastic picks for removing carbon from those small, pesky, hard-to-reach places and a chamber brush for AR-pattern rifles. The included mat keeps your work area tidy. MSRP: $89.99; hoppes.com


3. Measuring 16x9x9.5 inches, the three-sided, dual-zippered lid of Federal’s Top Gun Range Bag provides quick and easy access to all of your essential shooting gear. Padding on all sides safeguards contents from damage, while the large main compartment contains a removable divider. Mesh pockets line the sides and back. There’s also a zippered pouch on the front that has elastic loops. An adjustable shoulder strap boasts quick-release clasps for optimal support. MSRP: $35.74; federalpremium.com


4. Champion Slim Fit Passive Ear Muffs are specifically designed to fit smaller heads where regular-size offerings would otherwise fail. They feature an adjustable headband that provides all-day comfort, allowing for optimum fit while providing a noise-reduction rating of 21 dB. When not in use, the muffs fold in and collapse, taking up minimal space in a range bag. Colors include black or pink. MSRP: $27.99; championtarget.com


5. Magpul Explorer Glasses boast a stylish, low-profile design that protects from light, wind and debris. The TR90 frames offer lightweight construction and flexibility for comfort without fear of falling off, while the anti-scratch, non-polarized lenses sport an anti-reflection coating and provide protection from UV rays and hot, errant brass cases. A variant with polarized lenses is also available. MSRP: $51.75; magpul.com

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