I used to put my gun in a soft sleeve, in my range bag. But, last summer I quit carrying around a large bag, full of stuff I never use.
I now use a hard plastic case, for the gun, that costs around 10 ~ 12 dollars. An old, small camera bag full of tools stays in the truck. My new range bag is a small 5 compartment bag from Cabelas.
I am much happier carrying just the things I need . . . ammo, magazines, timer, ear plugs, lens wipes, pen & pencil, note pad, gun rain cover, USPSA card, overlays and disposable hand warmers. It is all I need!