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Category 02

Firearms Training Aids

Tools for purposeful dry-fire practice and structured training. Always choose the correct caliber and maintain normal firearm-safety rules.

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At the range

Hearing and eye protection, targets, and target-maintenance tools for safer, more organized live-fire practice.

Hear commands & conversation

Impact Sport Electronic Earmuffs

Electronic shooting earmuffs · Smoke finish · NRR 22 dB

“A strong choice when you need hearing protection without feeling cut off from the people around you. The electronic amplification makes range commands and normal conversation easier to hear, then limits loud impulse sounds such as gunfire.”
  • Noise Reduction Rating of 22 dB
  • Amplifies low-level sound up to four times
  • Low-profile folding ear cups and adjustable padded headband
  • Four-hour automatic shutoff; two AAA batteries included
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All-around sound reduction

Passive Hearing Protection Earmuffs

Non-electronic over-ear protection · NRR 28 dB / SNR 33 dB

“A straightforward non-electronic option that reduces sound across the board. It provides more overall noise reduction than the electronic option, but range commands and conversation will also be harder to hear.”
  • Passive protection with no batteries or electronics
  • Noise Reduction Rating of 28 dB
  • Adjustable padded headband and soft over-ear cushions
  • Foldable design for compact range-bag storage
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Compact hearing protection

Foam Earplugs

100 pairs of disposable foam earplugs · NRR 32 dB / SNR 37 dB

“Standard foam earplugs are inexpensive, easy to keep in a range bag, and useful on their own or underneath earmuffs when additional hearing protection is appropriate.”
  • 100 pairs of orange foam earplugs
  • Noise Reduction Rating of 32 dB
  • Soft, compressible foam construction
  • Compact disposable option for individual or guest use
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Eye protection

Shooting Safety Glasses

Four interchangeable lenses · Adjustable semi-rimless frame

“A versatile eye-protection option with four lens colors for adapting to indoor ranges, bright sunlight, and lower-light conditions.”
  • Clear, smoke, yellow, and amber polycarbonate lenses
  • Listing identifies the lenses as ANSI Z87+ rated
  • UV400 protection with anti-fog and scratch-resistant coatings
  • Hard case, adjustable head strap, pouch, and anti-fog wipe included
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Range practice

Cardboard Shooting Targets

20-pack of 30 × 18-inch targets · 1,000 target pasters included

“A practical supply of full-size cardboard targets for live-fire drills, with pasters that let you mark hits and reuse each target through multiple strings of fire.”
  • Twenty 30 × 18-inch cardboard targets
  • Tan front and white back with clear perforations
  • Three-layer corrugated cardboard construction
  • Includes 1,000 target pasters
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Budget-friendly option

Basic Target Paster Dispenser

Compact dispenser for standard 1-inch target pasters

“A simple, affordable way to dispense one paster at a time and patch targets faster without fumbling with loose stickers between shooting strings.”
  • Dispenses target pasters one at a time
  • Designed for common 1-inch adhesive pasters
  • Compact and lightweight for range-bag storage
  • Simple design with no extra features
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Premium applicator option

Target Paster Gun

Handheld manual label applicator for target pasters

“The higher-end choice for shooters who patch a lot of targets. Its pistol-grip applicator automatically separates each compatible paster from the backing as you squeeze, making one-handed target repair quicker and more efficient.”
  • Pistol-grip design for one-handed application
  • Automatically peels compatible roll pasters
  • Manual operation with no batteries or power required
  • Approximately 11.2 × 4.4 × 2.4 inches
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Live-fire & dry-fire timing

A featured training tool that carries measurable practice from home drills to live-fire range sessions.

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Dry-fire training tools

Practice aids for working on trigger control, sight alignment, and repetition away from the range.

Training aid

Snap Caps

Inert dummy rounds · Several calibers available

“I have these in 9mm, .38, .45, and .223. They’re an excellent aid for dry-fire practice and supervised live-fire exercises.”
  • Close-to-live-ammunition weight
  • Several caliber options
  • Select the correct caliber for your firearm
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Repeated-trigger practice

Trigger Reset Magazine

Glock double-stack training magazine · Spring kit included

“This mechanical training magazine resets the trigger without requiring the slide to be cycled between presses, making it useful for practicing trigger control and multi-shot sequences.”
  • Selected version fits compatible Glock double-stack models
  • Spring kit adjusts the simulated trigger-pull weight
  • Supports repeated trigger presses without slide cycling
  • Several firearm-specific versions are available
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Dry-fire feedback

Dry-Fire Laser Training Cartridge

Reusable red-laser aid · Several calibers available

“An excellent device for practicing sight alignment and trigger control, with immediate visual feedback on each trigger press.”
  • Reusable red-laser cartridge
  • Multiple handgun and rifle caliber options
  • Select the correct caliber for your firearm
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Complete training system

Mantis Laser Academy Training Kit

Portable laser dry-fire system

“A complete kit for structured practice at home, combining a laser cartridge, smart targets, guided drills, scoring, and real-time feedback.”
  • Mantis app and laser cartridge
  • Smart targets and stands
  • Tripods and smartphone holder
  • Guided drills, scoring, feedback, and history
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Range organization

Gear for keeping firearms, magazines, and protective equipment together on range day.

Range-day organization

Tactical Gun Range Bag

Padded range bag for up to four handguns · Black

“A decent range-bag option for keeping handguns, magazines, eye and ear protection, and other essentials organized for a trip to the range.”
  • Padded main compartment with three removable dividers
  • Six magazine slots in the front pockets
  • Additional side and rear accessory pockets
  • Lockable zippers, carry handles, and padded shoulder strap
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Post-range cleanup

A simple way to begin cleaning lead residue from your hands before you can reach soap and water.

Post-range hygiene

Lead Cleaning Wipes

100 individually wrapped, alcohol-free wipes · 7.9 × 5.5 inches

“Useful to keep in a range bag for cleaning hands immediately after shooting, especially when a sink is not close by.”
  • 100 individually wrapped wipes
  • Alcohol-free formula
  • Extra-thick 7.9 × 5.5-inch sheets
  • Intended for lead, surface dirt, and grime on hands
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Firearm maintenance

Large Gun Cleaning Mat

43 × 16-inch padded work mat · Magnetic parts tray included

“A roomy, protected work surface for post-range firearm cleaning, with a magnetic tray that helps keep small pins, springs, and other parts organized.”
  • Large 43 × 16-inch work surface
  • Oil-, water-, and solvent-resistant material
  • Non-slip, extra-thick padded construction
  • Includes a 9 × 4-inch magnetic parts tray and storage bag
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Firearm maintenance

CLP Gun Cleaning Oil

All-in-one cleaner, lubricant, and protectant · 2-ounce spray and 1-ounce needle oiler

“A convenient one-step CLP option for cleaning after a range session, lubricating moving parts, and leaving a protective coating against rust.”
  • Cleans fouling, carbon, oil, and lead residue
  • Lubricates and leaves a thin protective coating
  • Fine-mist spray for broader coverage
  • Needle oiler for controlled application in tight areas
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Complete cleaning kit

Universal Gun Cleaning Kit

.22, 9mm, .357/.38, .40, and .45 caliber supplies · Portable case

“A compact, all-in-one kit with caliber-specific brushes and jags, general cleaning tools, patches, oil, and CLP for routine post-range firearm maintenance.”
  • Four brass bore brushes and four brass jags
  • Cleaning rods, cable, slotted tips, nylon brushes, pick, swabs, and patches
  • Includes a bore light for checking fouling and obstructions
  • Includes 1-ounce gun oil and 2-ounce CLP cleaner/lubricant
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