Whats your next gear purchase?

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cnelk

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What is next on your gear list to purchase for your next big hunt?

I need some screw in steps for a tree stand
 
I have a few things that I need to pick up this year, but I think my first will be a nice pack.
If those draws were legit, my deer hunt is horse country (and i\'ll be walking)

and Id like a better pack to potentially be packing out elk quarters :D
 
I could go hunting tomorrow with the gear I have and not worry about a thing.

So, I don\'t \"need\" anything.

Oh, \"want\"? Yeah, I have \"wants\", for sure.

But the one larger-expense item I\'m looking for this year is a new camera. Don\'t know if I\'ll get that because I just blew my budget for it with the purchase of my new tent, that I didn\'t really need, but sure did want.

Like Brad, I need a couple new treestands and some steps.

I need to work up a .308 load for rifle season, too. That will involve some purchases (new bullets, powder, etc.)
 
i just bought 2 tree stands and sticks. i dont need any hunting stuff.
but, i want a m&p shield 9mm, more 5.56 ammo and some varmint 223, reflex site, etc etc etc,lol
 
\"Deertick\" said:
But the one larger-expense item I\'m looking for this year is a new camera. Don\'t know if I\'ll get that because I just blew my budget for it with the purchase of my new tent, that I didn\'t really need, but sure did want.
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Are you looking for a new SLR or are you talking something more along the lines of a go pro to record your hunts?
 
\"iccyman001\" said:
Are you looking for a new SLR or are you talking something more along the lines of a go pro to record your hunts?
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Thinking actually about one of the mirrorless cameras with interchangeable lenses.

After all, I hunt primarily for photos. The meat will be eaten and processed in my guts. But photos are something I can enjoy when I\'m old and gray.
 
I still have to tell my turkey story. With that said I am buying some rage broad heads for my next turkey hunt.
 
I do not need anything, but the \"want\" list is always growing.

To save space, buy a Coleman Xtreme 150 qt Cooler to replace the (2) 62 qt Xtreme rolling coolers which take up too much space. I also have an ancient food/drink cooler that has a very annoying lid which opens from the end rather than the side. The food cooler may be replaced too.
 
I have a few items on the list, but on the top is a couple more game cameras. Work is going to take me through my hunting area a few times this summer, so I really want to take advantage and do a little scouting along with setting out some game cameras.

Also on the list is a window mount for my spotting scope, which will come in handy for my antelope hunt this year. I am also going to be picking up some new calls to try out this year. Could use another pair of hunting pants. Also need a few items for reloading including a case trimmer and more bullets.

I think I need more kids...this is a big list to get knocked out for Father\'s Day! :lol:
 
I would really like to get a Lone Wolf Assault II hang on treestand...mainly because it is very lightweight (11 pounds)
 
I just picked a new quiver yesterday, i needed something to keep my arrows between the cam and wheel. I bought my broadheads this winter. So, all i need is some arrows and a hud decoy to provide some flash with my not so great calling.
 
\"iccyman001\" said:
I changed my mind

I need a scope for my .308.......

This could get potentially ugly.
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What is it going to be used for? What is the price range you are hoping for?
 
\"cohunter14\" said:
\"iccyman001\" said:
I changed my mind

I need a scope for my .308.......

This could get potentially ugly.
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What is it going to be used for? What is the price range you are hoping for?
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It\'ll be for my mule deer and oryx hunt.
Probably something that I can shoot 400 yards out or less and have that bullet draw strip in the middle....


Whatever those are called? :dk:


As for price range, I would like to keep it in the 300-600 range and not go over.
If I planned on rifle hunting more, I would pay more, but I am stuck to this bow for now.
 
I would look at something like the Vortex Viper HST or PST in 4-16. Both have great reticles that you can use for longer shooting - figure out how many MOA your bullet drops at x distance and use the hash mark associated. Or you can use the exposed dial and \'dial up\' for your distance, your choice.

The HST is normally listed at $559 and the PST (in second focal plane) is listed at $750. However, if you do some research you can find them both for quite a bit cheaper. I got a PST for $525 at this site, but it looks like they are sold out now: http://www.eaglevalleyoutfitters.com/magnified-11-24x. Another good place to check is http://www.scopelist.com/. They have listed prices, but you can submit an offer for a scope and they will typically come back with a price that is a lot lower than their listed price. There were other sites as well that I found these scopes cheaper, I just can\'t remember which ones they were. Just use google and spend some time, you should be able to find a good deal.

As far as the difference between the two, the big reason I went with the PST is for the larger objective (4-16x50 instead of 4-16x44). The PST also has a thinner reticle, which just allows for a more precise aim. The PST also has an illuminated reticle, but I\'m not sure how much that will ever come into play or be used.

Anyway, sorry for the long-winded answer, but those would be my suggestions in your price range.
 
I just dropped off my GoLite Shangri La 5 this morning to have a stove jack installed. A couple months ago I picked up a pair of Lowa Cevedale boots. So, I should be good with gear, but it seems like I say that every year!
 
\"cohunter14\" said:
I would look at something like the Vortex Viper HST or PST in 4-16. Both have great reticles that you can use for longer shooting - figure out how many MOA your bullet drops at x distance and use the hash mark associated. Or you can use the exposed dial and \'dial up\' for your distance, your choice.

The HST is normally listed at $559 and the PST (in second focal plane) is listed at $750. However, if you do some research you can find them both for quite a bit cheaper. I got a PST for $525 at this site, but it looks like they are sold out now: http://www.eaglevalleyoutfitters.com/magnified-11-24x. Another good place to check is http://www.scopelist.com/. They have listed prices, but you can submit an offer for a scope and they will typically come back with a price that is a lot lower than their listed price. There were other sites as well that I found these scopes cheaper, I just can\'t remember which ones they were. Just use google and spend some time, you should be able to find a good deal.

As far as the difference between the two, the big reason I went with the PST is for the larger objective (4-16x50 instead of 4-16x44). The PST also has a thinner reticle, which just allows for a more precise aim. The PST also has an illuminated reticle, but I\'m not sure how much that will ever come into play or be used.

Anyway, sorry for the long-winded answer, but those would be my suggestions in your price range.
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This is awesome, thank you for taking the time to write it Derek.
I was actually looking into the vortex and a middle priced nikons.

I will be going to the store soon to look through these optics and see their set up.
Then I will pick one and start shooting :D



Thanks again!
 
\"iccyman001\" said:
This is awesome, thank you for taking the time to write it Derek.
I was actually looking into the vortex and a middle priced nikons.

I will be going to the store soon to look through these optics and see their set up.
Then I will pick one and start shooting :D

Thanks again!
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That\'s the best plan. I can tell you I have a Nikon Monarch also along with the PST and the glass on the PST is way better. I never realized what I was missing before getting the PST. I know there is better glass out there than the PST as well, but it\'s tough to beat in that price range.
 
\"cohunter14\" said:
\"iccyman001\" said:
This is awesome, thank you for taking the time to write it Derek.
I was actually looking into the vortex and a middle priced nikons.

I will be going to the store soon to look through these optics and see their set up.
Then I will pick one and start shooting :D

Thanks again!
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That\'s the best plan. I can tell you I have a Nikon Monarch also along with the PST and the glass on the PST is way better. I never realized what I was missing before getting the PST. I know there is better glass out there than the PST as well, but it\'s tough to beat in that price range.
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You read my mind by knowing I was looking at the Monarch.
price compared to product is my biggest concern here.

If this would be a custom gun I planned on using every year for hunting then we would be talking about high money optics.

This will just be some nice glass for a decent gun that will be used for when I need it.

The vortex seems like a good fit for the situation! :upthumb:
 
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