Innholdsfortegnelse for Equipment Annual 2023 i Deer & Deer Hunting

How much money does your state take in during deer season? The short answer is “lots,” but the long answer is one that I’ve yet to see anyone really break down with much validity. Yes, we know deer hunting is a multi-billion-a-year business in America. And, yes, we know the economic impact is critical for wildlife management efforts. Yet, we usually just see some numbers (billions of dollars) and say, “wow,” and move on with our day. Here’s a call for at least one mathematician and one really good journalist (with time on their hands to do open-records requests) to get to the nitty-gritty bottom line of all of it. I hope this column triggers you to want to know more about your state. News out of Missouri tells us…

MOSSBERG PATRIOT LONG RANGE TACTICAL RIFLE New for 2023, Mossberg unveils several versions of its Patriot Long Range Tactical rifle. Deer hunters are among those taking notice. The Patriot LRT features an MDT® stock that’s adjustable for LOP (.75”) and cheekrest height (2”), featuring contrasting checkered grip and M-LOK attachment slots. The gun includes an aluminum V-block bedding for barrel stability, and medium bull/threaded 22- and 24-inch barrel options. All calibers utilize ⅝”-24 TPI threading. Other features include a top-mounted 20 MOA picatinny rail; AICS-style magazine; spiral-fluted bolt, patented LBA user-adjustable trigger (2-7 pounds), and an oversized bolt handle. The Patriot LRT comes in .308 Win., 6.5 Creedmoor and 6.5 PRC. MSRP: STARTS AT $1,085 | WWW.MOSSBERG.COM FINAL REST FLEX-N-RIP REST The new Flex-N-RIP from Final Rest is light, stable…

MATHEWS PHASE4 The new Phase4 is available in 29- or 33-inch axle-to-axle lengths. The Phase4 29 has a 6-inch brace height and accommodates draw lengths from 25.5-30 inches. The Phase4 33 has a 6.5-inch brace height and accommodates draw lengths from 27-31.5 inches. The bow is engineered with new Resistance Phase Damping Technology to drastically reduce vibration and built compatible with a completely redesigned line of Bridge-Lock Stabilizers. By damping vibration directly in the limbs, it drastically reduces down-stream wasted energy felt in the hand during and after the shot. The result is a complete hunting system that is up to 13% quieter with 37% less vibration. Combined with the new Bridge-Lock Stabilizers that offer improved balance points, increased harmonic tunability and a more robust connection to your bow, the Phase4…

HAWK HELIUM PRO HANG-ON The Helium Pro Hang-On gives mobile hunters lightweight, rock-solid performance at an affordable price. Technologically advanced aluminum keeps the stand to only 12 pounds, and staying quiet has never been easier with an ergonomic platform design that’s welded at all contact points, and includes self-lubricating Teflon washers between metal-tometal contact points. The platform measures a generous 24 inches wide by 30 inches deep, offering good room for long sits. Speaking of long sits, the stand also provides pressure-relieving comfort with 3 inches of HAWK memory foam that forms to the body. For ultimate stability, the Helium Pro comes standard with included Tree-Digger teeth to bite and grip bark, and can be used with HAWK’s optional Cruzr Bracket to make hanging safe, quick and easy. MSRP: $319.99…

NORTHWOODS WHITETAILS, INC. FOOD PLOT SCREEN: HEAVY-DUTY VARIETY How many times have you been busted by deer going to or from your stand, on or near your food plots? Or, are your plots fully exposed to roads and poachers? This is your solution. This screen provides the ability to plant a wall 12 to 15 feet wide and up to 14 feet high. Access your stands easier, break up your large plots into multiple smaller ones, or just hide the entire plot to encourage more secure daytime use by deer. By planting during late May to mid-June, this plot screen will reach 12 to 14 feet high, depending on conditions. Plus, there’s zero milo or grain sorghum in this new hybrid blend made specifically for Northwoods Whitetails, Inc. During testing,…

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I’d always heard that “walking” was a serious concern with hunting rifles. I took this to mean the average hunting rifle was only reliable for a few shots before the group would open up. I turned to machinist and gunsmith Mike Hester for some specifics — and found out that I couldn’t have been more wrong. Hester grew up hunting, shooting, and reloading, but trained as a machinist and tool and die maker. He worked at Hornady Mfg., was a sniper instructor for the Army and currently works as the Senior Machinist/Gunsmith for the National Guard Marksmanship Training Center. He explained that for the average hunter, barrel walking is of zero concern and is generally misunderstood. “When the term ‘barrel walking’ is used,” he said, “it is typically referring to…

VICTORY ARCHERY RIP-SS HYBRID ARROW Victory Archery introduces the RIP-SS. This bone-crushing, small-diameter shaft features layers of stainless steel fused with an advanced 90-degree 3K carbon weave. Even lighter and faster than its predecessor (the Xtorsion), the RIP-SS boasts a higher FOC and incredible momentum for unmatched penetration and accuracy. The result is an arrow that’s less affected by wind. Available in Elite, Gamer, and Sport models, RIP-SS arrows have a straightness tolerance of ± .001, ± .003, and ± .006 inch, respectively. They’re available in 250, 300, 350, or 400 spines and come equipped with SHOK SS inserts and IP nocks. VICTORYARCHERY.COM BLACK EAGLE SPARTAN FLETCHED ARROWS The Black Eagle Spartan Fletched Arrows are reliable and strong. These were developed from taking the best characteristics from larger 19/64-inch and smaller…

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Dad shot 73 whitetails in his deer hunting years. As his oldest son and the first to follow in his deer hunting footsteps, when he spoke, I listened. When he gave “how to” instructions, I listened even closer. But I was a mite uncertain when he said, “To field dress a deer you’ve just shot, use a folding knife with a main blade no longer than your index finger.” I had in mind buying a one-piece “hunting knife” with a long blade to hang on my belt in a sheath and carry proudly in the woods. I asked the obvious question: “Why not a hunting knife?” “There are several reasons,” he said. “The main two, and they’re closely related: “1) so you keep the blade tip under control at all…

QAD ULTRAREST INTEGRATE R2 Built for bowhunters using the dovetail rest mount system, the ULTRAREST Integrate R2 uses cabledriven activation for simple installation and reliable functionality. The folks at Quality Archery Designs have packed all of the best features of their popular HDX model into a sleek, lightweight profile that is more cost-conscious, yet deadly effective. Unique Grip-N-Slide technology allows for nonmicro adjustments that stay in place, yet also lets the user adjust the position of the rest when needed. A simple turn with an Allen key locks the R2 in place. Arrow containment ensures your arrow never falls off, while lockdown technology eliminates bounce with zero fletching contact. Cambrake and dampers kill noise and vibration, and a high-tension spring drops the launcher at more than 400 fps. The ULTRAREST…

There is nothing I enjoy more every fall, than seeing the pictures of new youth hunters sitting with their first deer or turkey. With my own memory of those events slipping further into the past every year, it’s refreshing to see those moments of pure joy and elation in my social media feed, amidst the storm of negativity. With my own son now embarking on his first hunts, making sure those hunts are successful has become something I’m incredibly focused on. That success isn’t necessarily tied to him filling a tag, although that is a key consideration, but more so ensuring that he enjoys himself so he continues to show interest in going with meinto the field. Far too often, I think we adult hunters lose track of what a…

Until you have done some long-range shooting in a stiff crosswind, it is hard to comprehend how much the wind can push a bullet to the side. At our Utah school, for example, we were shooting a .308 at 900 yards with a steady 10 MPH right-to-left crosswind, and had to aim about four feet right of the bull’s eye to hit the target. Doping the wind is an art, and why military snipers and other serious long-rangers use some sort of wind gauge when the set up their shots. For most shooters inexperienced in shooting in windy conditions, however, a stiff crosswind simply means one thing – get closer.…

At the risk of sounding like an old codger — a status I am steadily working toward but have not quite reached yet — I remember the old days of deer hunting. Then, like now, staying warm and comfortable on the hunt, especially in the body’s extremities, was critical to success. In particular, hands and fingers have always been a problem for me. I’m not alone. Sitting there at the far end of your heart’s circulation map and often exposed to the cold and other elements, it’s no wonder that fingers “freeze” quickly. Of course, when you’re young and tough and think you’re invincible, you just suffer through. It didn’t help that the options for keeping hands comfortable and fingers functional weren’t as varied or effective then. Somewhere along the…

STEALTH CAM DECEPTR The Stealth Cam Deceptr cell camera merges two network carriers — AT&T and Verizon — into a single unit. The camera comes with SIM cards pre-installed for both carriers and includes an auto detect feature that continually senses the best available signal and selects that carrier to maintain network communication. With this dual-band capability, the Deceptr is better able to overcome changing signal propagation and maintain that critical link between the camera and the user’s mobile device. Along with this dual network capability is the ability to deploy the on-demand function. Work through the Stealth Cam Command Pro App to acquire near-real-time still and video imaging (30-second delay is typical). Now, hunters can check their target zone anytime, anywhere for local weather conditions and game presence before…

If you’re looking for the right field-dressing knife, or a good multi-purpose pocket knife, you’re in luck. The woods are full of them, at reasonable prices. There’s also a $1,200 folding knife with gold for fat-cats to buy and show off. What type of knife should you get for field dressing deer? Something with a blade no longer than 3 inches. (My son is 6’3”; his index fingers are 3.25”. I’m 5’10”; my index fingers are 3”.) You will find most styling variety in EDC folding knives, but there also are some very suitable short-blade nonfolding knives that are really sturdy and durable. EDC is not a fancy label; it simply means “every day carry.” You will find blades as short as 2.2 inches. Some of the best pocket knives…

BOG KINETIC LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACK From the makers of the DeathGrip® and created to fit the BOG hunting ecosystem, the new backpack category is designed as a rugged, lightweight and dependable carrying system comprised of top-quality fabrics, buckles and zippers. This BOG backpack is designed for everything from Western hunting to lightweight pursuit of whitetails and plains game. They are designed to carry your essential gear, including multiple carry options for the DeathGrip® tripod. The Kinetic, shown here, weighs just 2 pounds, yet has a 2,400-cubic-inch capacity. MSRP: STARTING AT $189.99 | WWW.BOGHUNT.COM TROPHYLINE VENATIC SADDLE At a scant 20 ounces, the Venatic takes lightweight saddle hunting to another level. It weighs just 30 ounces with the bridge and carabiner, all the while keeping you safely elevated and mobile so you…