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- May 22, 2026
Reliability Starts with Consistency
Reliable ammunition reloading does not start with guesswork. It starts with consistency.
For many reloaders, the goal is not simply to produce ammunition that works. The goal is to produce ammunition that performs predictably, shot after shot. Whether you are loading for sport shooting, competition, hunting, or general range use, reliability comes from understanding the full reloading system — not just one individual component.
Every part of a cartridge contributes to the final result: the case, primer, propellant, bullet, firearm, chamber, crimp, overall length, and the consistency of the reloading process itself.
Small changes can sometimes produce very little difference. Other times, a change that appears minor can have a measurable effect.
That is where careful testing becomes valuable.
Why Consistency Matters in Reloading
Reloading is a technical process. It rewards attention to detail, repeatability, and controlled testing.
A reliable load is not -
- April 23, 2026
Jonathan's Review of the Glock Gen 6
Glock has changed a lot in 35 years. Some changes I've welcomed (drop-free mags).
Some I've been less enthusiastic about (finger grooves).
I have tested out the Gen 6, and here is a breakdown (without the marketing language) of what Glock actually changed in their Generation 6 pistol:Glock Generation 1 to 6 - The grip texture is new, and features a palm-swell. RTF-6 is more aggressive than Gen 5, but different in character from the older RTF-2 that some of you will remember. I found it surprising that the G19 feels considerably more aggressive than the G17,
- The trigger has a flat face on the shoe, which changes the leverage geometry and where your finger sits at the break. It offers a shorter ‘reach’ and should suit more people.
- The trigger guard undercut is the most aggressive Glock has ever put on a factory pistol — it allows a higher grip, for better recoil management. I’m likely to still tweak this a bit, but it’s close to what I have done to my Glock
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- March 25, 2026
Jonathan's Glock Journey
In 1989 I bought my first Glock. A Glock 17 Gen 1. At the time it was the strangest-looking pistol most people had ever seen — plastic, angular, and nothing like what we were used to. I thought it was remarkable.
I've used Glock pistols in competition and carried them for self-defence ever since.
Through every generation, I kept coming back to the same thing: nothing has ever quite matched the grip texture of that original Gen 1.
Glock Generation 1 to 6
Glock has changed a lot in 35 years. Some changes I've welcomed (drop-free mags). Some I've been less enthusiastic about (finger grooves).
That's what happens when you're a traditionalist.
I'll be honest with you. When Glock launched the Gen 6 at SHOT Show in January, I wasn't convinced. I've been shooting Glock since 1989 and I've always been a Gen 1 man at heart.
New isn't always better.Here's my verdict after shooting the Glock Gen 6 -
- January 14, 2026
Why Shooting Stuff Is Going to SHOT Show — And Why It Matters
SHOT Show is the world’s largest firearms, reloading, and shooting-sports trade show. It is a professional industry event attended by manufacturers, importers, distributors, and established firearms dealers from around the globe.
SHOT Show is organised by the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) in the United States and is held annually in Las Vegas. In 2026, SHOT Show takes place from 20–23 January.The purpose of SHOT Show is to launch new products, showcase emerging technologies, and highlight future trends in the firearms and reloading industry. For dealers, SHOT Show is not about impulse buying or placing orders on the show floor. It is about early access, evaluation, and informed decision-making.
After 30 years in the firearms and reloading business, Shooting Stuff attends SHOT Show to stay informed, connected, and selective. Being present allows us to see what is coming next, understand global industry direction, -
- November 24, 2025
How Shooting Stuff Does Specials — And Why We Keep Black Friday Simple
Every year when Black Friday rolls around, the same pattern repeats: stores shouting louder than ever, inboxes overflowing, and “specials” that look strangely familiar… or strangely inflated.
Customers feel the fatigue.
We feel it too.
So at Shooting Stuff, we decided that we wouldn’t play those games anymore. Instead, we developed a simple, honest approach to specials — an approach shaped by 30 years of helping South African shooters get the right gear at the right price.
Here’s how we do it.
- We don’t run endless specials.
Unlike shops that discount every other week, we prefer fewer, meaningful offers.
In a typical year, we run about three proper specials: Black Friday, Hunting Season, and one other promotion, like our 30th birthday this year.
Each one has a purpose.
Each one is built around value, not noise. - Every special must make sense.
No gimmicks.
No “was R1 299 now R1 298.”
No artificial inflation.
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- We don’t run endless specials.
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- November 03, 2025
30 Years of Service, Shooting & Expertise — and Still Going Strong
What a two weeks it’s been!
We kicked off Shooting Stuff’s 30th birthday with a bang — literally — celebrating three decades of service, shooting, and expertise. From reloading specials to Glock Week to Canik Week, it’s been a reminder of what makes Shooting Stuff tick: great gear, great people, and a genuine love for shooting.
Over the last thirty years, we’ve seen the South African shooting community grow and evolve, and we’re proud to have grown right alongside it. From humble beginnings as a small reloading specialist to a trusted name in sport shooting equipment, we’ve stayed true to our roots — helping shooters load smarter, shoot more, and enjoy their sport.
The first week of our celebration brought Glock Week, with shooters testing the world’s most proven pistol lineup right here on our indoor range. Then came Canik Week, introducing a new generation of pistols with fresh energy and great specials. Both weeks brought -
- October 20, 2025
30 Years of Shooting Stuff - Built on Reloading, Rooted in Sport Shooting
Shooting Stuff is 30 years old!
It’s been a long journey — from a small sideline business in 1995 to where we are today. There’s so much to be proud of, but reaching 30 also comes with a deep sense of gratitude. We made it this far!
It started with shooting, and it’s still about shooting. But it has always been about people too — customers who became friends, and friends who became customers. Shooting Stuff has always been a family business, and our definition of “family” is wide. At the heart of it all is a simple passion for shooting that’s never faded.
How it started
It all began in 1995, when I imported a Dillon XL650 for myself. It wasn’t available in South Africa at the time, and Dillon only sold by mail order from the USA.
Long-distance phone calls, fax messages, complicated bank transfers, and a delivery by The Post Office — that’s how the first Dillon machine arrived.
Before long, I was helping fellow shooters -
- October 03, 2025The IPSC Handgun World Shoot is the biggest event in Practical Shooting. Held once every three years, it brings together the best shooters from across the globe. In 2025, South Africa had the honour of hosting the 20th edition of this flagship match, and Shooting Stuff was proud to be part of it.
For Shooting Stuff, the World Shoot was about continuing to bring the world’s best shooting gear to South Africa, giving our local shooting community access to the same products trusted internationally.
That’s why Shooting Stuff represented Double Alpha Academy (DAA) at WSXX, and why we have been selling Double Alpha products for more than 20 years.
Double Alpha is brought to you in South Africa by Shooting Stuff.
We don’t just say it — we proved it. The gear was here, the shooters were here, and Shooting Stuff was right in the middle of it. Shooting Stuff ran the DAA stand in the vendor area, a hub that was always the busiest spots in the vendor tent. See the activity in the below video.
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- September 30, 2025The IPSC Handgun World Shoot is known for its competition — the stages, the scores, and the champions. But anyone who has ever attended knows that it’s about more than that. At WSXX, Shooting Stuff saw first-hand how much this sport depends on people to make it happen.
From the vendor area to the shooting line, WSXX was full of stories. Competitors travelled across continents to be here. Families came to support their shooters. Coaches and mentors stood behind their athletes. Range officers and volunteers put in long hours to make sure every stage ran safely and smoothly.
At the DAA stand, we met shooters who came looking for that last piece of gear to make their rig complete. We talked to veterans of the sport who had competed in multiple World Shoots, and to first-time participants experiencing the atmosphere for the very first time. Every conversation reminded us that IPSC isn’t just about accuracy and speed — it’s about dedication and community.
Some of the most memorable moments weren’t -
- September 12, 2025At Shooting Stuff, we pride ourselves on bringing shooters in South Africa the very best equipment to enhance training, improve performance, and give that winning edge in competition. As part of our promotions at the upcoming IPSC Handgun World Shoot XX (WSXX) in Stilfontein this September, we are excited to showcase one of the most advanced tools on the market – the Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph.
What is the Garmin Xero C1 Pro?
The Garmin Xero C1 Pro Chronograph is a compact, state-of-the-art device that measures projectile velocity with incredible accuracy. Whether you’re a reloader fine-tuning loads or a competitive shooter chasing consistency, the Garmin Xero C1 Pro provides the precise data you need to optimise your performance.
Traditionally, chronographs have been bulky, finicky to set up, and highly sensitive to lighting conditions. The Garmin Xero C1 Pro revolutionises this with cutting-edge radar technology that works in virtually any environment — no sky screens, no cumbersome
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