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ALLENDALE, NJ – Leica Sport Optics is offering a special opportunity to purchase all new Geovid rangefinding binoculars at 10 percent off the regular selling price for a limited time only, November 26 through December 1, 2014. This offer is the first ever “Black Friday” special undertaken by Leica. Read more
Following on the heels of its European launch, the shotgun, which resulted from this exceptional collaboration makes it debut at a private event in New York City early next month.
A masterpiece is created when the oldest firearms company in the world offers the design of the most traditional and elegant shotgun – the side by side – to Marc Newson.
The new 486 by Marc Newson is a respectful re-interpretation of the traditional side by side with an innovative technological solution: the wooden bridge. With this original design, the safety catch is no longer a remote mechanism on the end of the receiver, but now is seamlessly set into the high-grade walnut, almost like a bridge, creating a beautiful element of distinction. Read more
CHICAGO, IL – Roo Outdoor unveils the Roo Inferno Series Hand Pouch. The Roo Inferno is a sleek and modernized, patent-pending, hand pouch that combines superior weather protection with the most innovative and technically advanced insulation technology to keep hands warm in an active environment.
The Roo Inferno offers a revolutionary combination of fabrics and features, which deliver functionality and efficiency to an often-overlooked accessory. The ergonomically designed Roo Inferno is built with PolarTec® Insulation and a lightweight Neo-Shield outer shell that is wind and water-resistant. Both insulation and outer shell layers are engineered for minimal bulk to allow full range of motion during any rugged activity. Read more
COLUMBUS, Georgia – The first customizable heated jacket system designed for the outdoorsman, the Milwaukee® M12™ Cordless Realtree Xtra® Camo 3-in-1 Heated Jacket sets a new standard in cold-weather performance and versatility.
Worn separately as a base layer or attached to the outer shell and zip-off hood, the heated vest integrates (5) carbon fiber heating elements and advanced fabric-layering technology to distribute and maintain heat across core body areas. The rugged wind- and water-resistant Realtree Xtra camo shell features special noise-reducing fabric to withstand the harshest outdoor conditions. Made out of the same weather-resistant material, a removable hood helps keep heat in and provides additional protection against the elements when added to the shell.
Utilizing M12™ REDLITHIUM™ Battery technology, the Milwaukee® M12™ 3-in-1 Camo Heated Jacket provides up to six hours of continuous heat per battery charge to keep you in the woods for longer. For added versatility, two distinct heat zones (back and chest, lower pockets) can be adjusted independently to provide the right amount of heat for any situation. The M12™ Battery holder is stored in a sleek back pocket that can expand to fit M12™ XC Batteries and all M18™ Batteries with additional M18™ USB Charger accessory. It also includes a fuel gauge to check your battery life and built-in USB port for charging portable electronic devices. All pieces are washer and dryer safe.
Park Falls, WI – Even in fishing, style sells. In a sport where product performance should be the ultimate measure – even the deciding factor in sealing the deal at the cash register – looks do matter. Regrettably, some rod makers prey on this premise by putting “lipstick on the pig.” Read more
Rio Grande Custom Grips created these new 3 Percenter grips for those folks who want to honor and celebrate the history of those who fought in our War of Independence. Three Percenters were the courageous 3 percent of the population who actually took up arms to fight and defeat the British and achieve independence for the United States.
The 3 Percenter image grips are new to the compact-frame 1911s but they are also available for the usual variety of popular revolvers and full-size 1911-type semi-autos. Read more
Viking Solutions LLC prides itself on creating products that will benefit a hunters experience after the shot has been made, and they have done it again with the introduction of the all-new Stick-It. The Stick-It is an “After the Shot” product that allows the hunter to effectively mount his or her flashlight when in need of perfectly positioned light. Read more
Viking Solutions LLC prides itself on creating products that will benefit a hunters experience after the shot has been made, and they have done it again with the introduction of the all-new Stick-It. The Stick-It is an “After the Shot” product that allows the hunter to effectively mount his or her flashlight when in need of perfectly positioned light. Read more
LAMAR, MO – Redneck Outdoor Products is pleased to introduce the first all-purpose ground blind that can be used for waterfowl hunting, big game hunting, turkey hunting, predator hunting and even scouting. The Hunters Choice Bale Blind has the versatility to accommodate any species during any season. Read more
By Glen Wunderlich After some six weeks of archery deer hunting and numerous occasions to take does and bucks, I had resigned myself to a certainty: Having an antlerless kill tag is of no use unless it’s punched.
Not that I had intentionally set out on opening day of firearms deer season to hunt a doe, but I had the option, if opportunity knocked. Sure, like any other hunter, taking a big buck is always preferred. However, antler soup wasn’t necessarily on the menu. Venison was!
The one-shot, one-kill mentality is explained with a J.D. Jones hand cannon in .45-70 caliber here…