She’s known as “Airgun Angie” in the industry, which is quite an accomplishment, considering that she hasn’t been in the outdoor industry that long. Seven years ago, her friend Rick Eutsler, host of “AirgunWebTV,” invited her to join him and do reviews. Because of her enthusiasm and willingness to learn on the job, she rapidly rose to working as the content producer and product tester for the show.
She also is the lead product reviewer for “The Gateway to Airguns,” producing GRiP Reviews, which she describes as “extensive and detailed reviews to inform the consumer about the manufacturers’ products.”
On her website, Angie states, “I came into this knowing very little about airguns … I’ve had plenty of experience with firearms and shooting, but not as much with airguns. I followed Rick’s lead and learned more than I’m aware of from him and others in the industry. … I don’t come claiming to be an expert but having plenty to learn. I love my job, I really don’t call it a job, though there is definitely work involved, I call it my jobby.”
I met Angie at the 2022 Squirrel Master Classic, and asked her to join TeamWON as a writer – which, she later admitted turned out to be a dream of hers, to become a freelance writer. She continually turns out interesting and accurate reviews rolled into adventures from her life.
After writing for The WON, her writing career blossomed, and she was asked to contribute to Pyramyd Air as “The Bow Bully.” However, Angie is least likely ever to be voted a “bully,” and this strong Christian woman is not afraid to speak up for her faith and for the age-old traditions of hunting and shooting.
An ATN sponsorship allows Angie to get optics that people can afford on her airguns and other firearms.
We think you’re going to enjoy learning more about this powerhouse in the outdoor industry.
Describe a typical day in your work life.
A typical day in my work life is never the same. I start the day out examining my priorities, have they changed from the end of the previous day? That is found out by incoming emails, most of the time the answer is yes. I work from home, for the most part, reviewing airguns and shooting products. Beginning my day with product research, then hands on discovery, followed by testing and finally, filming the outcome and what I’ve found. Sometimes filming the outcome is field testing; hunting or target shooting. (Sometimes it takes more than a day) I upload the footage and deliver it to my editor, Maggie.
#1 piece of advice you would give other females who want to break into the industry?
My number one piece of advice is, it’s not about physical appearance, be real!
What motivates you?
I’m motivated by the opportunity to do a service to others, helping them to make decisions on the appropriate product for them or learning what may not be. I am also genuinely grateful for my job and want to do my best.
Most unexpected thing you’ve learned, while working in this industry?
How much I enjoy sharing the sport with others, whether it’s hunting, just shooting, or teaching them how to shoot. I didn’t realize I would love it this much!
Favorite product in the outdoor or shooting market right now?
My favorite product to use in the outdoor or shooting market right now, that is a tough one, but I’ll have to go with the ATN X-Sight 5. It’s a digital scope that allows me to shoot during the day. I can also slap an IR light on it and it becomes a night vision optic for night hunting. It also records immaculate footage of my shooting session or hunting trip, like my daughter’s first harvest and that was priceless!
Let’s have some fun … what weapon would you use to battle a giant?
If I was going to fight a giant, I would hope to be like David and use just a sling and a stone. But in case my faith isn’t like David’s, I’d first set a snare to keep the giant in one place. While he is somewhat stationary, I’d impale him (assuming it’s a man, I guess there might be girl giants, too), with some hollow point rounds from a Barrett 50 BMG seven times in the face! (If he had a face left after the first couple shots that is). All that being done from a considerable distance, in case he gets back up. That’ll give me time to send more rounds in his direction, I’m not taking any chances.
Keep up with Airgun Angie on her Facebook page, Instagram and website.
Publisher/Editor Barbara Baird is a freelance writer in hunting, shooting and outdoor markets. Her bylines are found at several top hunting and shooting publications. She also is a travel writer, and you can follow her at https://www.ozarkian.com. View all posts by Barbara Baird
