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Top Pistol Accessories of 2024

Your local Midwest Arms Collector Gun Show has the pistol accessories you’re looking for and some you don’t even realize you need. You already know our gun show vendors give you a wider selection of new and used firearms than any brick-and-mortar gun shop or sporting goods store can offer. They also have the top pistol accessories at competitive prices that can save you money (perfect for buying ammo). It’s time your pistol got the glow-up it deserves.

Picking Your Pistol Accessories

You can spend a lot of money buying the wrong pistol accessories or take the time to understand what your gun needs to shoot better for you. Every gun owner has their own priorities when it comes to customizing their handguns with accessories because every gun in your collection is meant to fulfill a specific purpose. Some are safe queens that are pretty to look at, while others might be for hunting, and most gun owners have one (or more) guns for self-defense. Understanding your needs and what handgun accessories will help you meet them helps make sure you’re putting your budget into the right upgrades.

Keeping it Legal

We host professionally managed gun shows across five states, and each state has its own laws regarding firearms and accessories. Whether we agree with a rule or think it’s wrong to tell a law-abiding citizen what they can and can’t do when customizing their gun, we follow the law. That means some pistol accessories may not be available at your closest gun show, even though the same gun show vendor was offering them the previous week in a different state. We have no tolerance for the sale of restricted items at our shows.

The Top Pistol Accessories at 2024 Gun Shows

When gun owners are looking for handgun accessories, they know their local gun show is the perfect place to get hard-to-find accessories the sporting goods stores won’t carry. Either they don’t have the room, there’s not enough demand locally, or it’s an accessory that’s too “tactical” for corporate. At our shows, you’ll find the accessories you need at great prices, alongside new and used guns, ammunition, and outdoor equipment.

  1. Reflex Optics

Red dot sights are popular handgun accessories for defensive and competitive shooting. These pistol upgrades attach directly to the top of a compatible slide or via an adapter plate and use a powerful LED emitter to project an aiming dot or reticle onto a coated lens. Aiming through the lens gives you rapid target acquisition and improved accuracy as you guide the reticle onto your aiming point.

To get the most from these accessories, you need to make sure the one you pick fits your needs. Choose a red dot sight that has a mounting pattern that is compatible with your gun or adapter plate. You also want to get one that’s rugged, reliable, and offers a practical reticle for your shooting. You may also want to look at sights with a smaller frame for concealed carry or larger windows for faster competition shooting.

  1. Extended Magazines

Your pistol probably came with a couple of magazines. Depending on the state or market the model was originally sold in, these could be low-capacity (10 rounds or less) or standard-capacity (12-17 rounds) magazines. Extended magazines give you more shots between reloading and can also aid in gun control by giving you more real estate for your support hand.  

Magazines and extensions are both common handgun accessories. Capacities range from the standard magazines shipped with your gun all the way up to drum magazines that hold 50 or more rounds. You can also get magazine extensions that add additional capacity to your existing magazines by swapping out the spring and baseplate. 

  1. Holsters and Carry Rigs
Black pistol in a black holster

A good holster can shave time off your draw while keeping your gun secured when it’s not deployed. This protects the shooter and bystanders as well as the gun itself. Holsters aren’t all one-size-fits-all. While there are universal rigs, most shooters will get more utility and comfort from a rig that helps them carry their pistols properly for their shooting needs.

This means concealed-carry gun owners are looking for a rig that rides comfortably while keeping their gun discreet. Competitive shooters need a holster that lets them clear quickly without snagging. If you’re open-carrying or need a duty-holster, you want one that sits at the right height, keeps your gun close for security but positioned for an easy and intuitive draw, and maintains weapon retention. Look for a holster that fits your use case and is made from materials that support more comfortable carry.

  1. Cleaning and Maintenance Equipment

Cleaning equipment and supplies keep your gun working by helping you remove detritus and the corrosive residues left behind by propellant and lubricating the moving parts for smooth operation. Sometimes, you need more than just a good cleaning, and that’s where gun maintenance tools can help you break down your gun, swap out parts, add pistol accessories, and get it working again. 

Both cleaning and maintenance equipment are available at the show, but there’s an often-overlooked resource for the Second Amendment community you can pick up, too. Our gun show vendors have a wealth of specialized firearms information. You can learn tips and tricks for extending your gun’s life, improving its performance, or planning out a custom build. Take a break from shopping for handgun accessories and talk with some of these firearms industry professionals, and you’ll find a whole new appreciation for your local gun show.

  1. Tactical Lights
Black tactical light turned on and shining on a table

Tactical lights can be either handheld or secured to your gun via an accessory rail or clamp. These pistol accessories are handy for nighttime shooting, which makes them popular for home defense handguns, hikers, campers, and those who serve and protect. Modern power and lighting technology make it possible to add a lightweight gun light that offers bright illumination directed where you need it the most. 

Gun-mounted lights free your hands for weapon control, but a handheld tactical light lets you aim the light beam independently from your weapon. Whichever you choose, look for an LED light that’s easy to use and designed to stand up to rugged use. It should either be rechargeable or powered by common batteries that are easy to find when a change is needed. 

Get Your Pistol Accessories at Your Local Gun Show

Your next chance to get the handgun accessories you need from our gun show vendors is coming soon. Now is the time to take a look at our gun show calendar, circle the state, and start planning your trip to a nearby exhibition hall, conference room, or event space for a safe, family-friendly weekend. Order your tickets online to your local MAC Shows Gun Show today.

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