We take a look at the products that will improve your stalking through AW20.
Swazi whisper biboverpants
For extreme weather protection, Swazi Apparel has developed Whisper Biboverpants for the toughest of outdoor conditions.
Made from Swazi’s Watershield AEGIS 3-Layer Whisper fabric, the bibovertrousers are waterproof, windproof and breathable, plus thanks to their whisper fabric technology, won’t rustle.
Their structured knees offer freedom of movement, while the back waist and adjustable shoulder straps are elasticated to prevent the trousers from riding up. The top bib incorporates a large upper pocket for storing your essentials, while the inside pockets allow entry for hand-warming on those cold and icy days.
RRP £329.99
Sizes: XS-3XL Colour: Tussock green or Olive Swazi
0064 6368 4822
www.swazi.co.nz
Walther Gun Multi Tool 150
The GMT150 is small in size, but large in features. Folded up, this compact multi- tool measures just 85mm long and 18mm wide, weighing in at just 66g. It comes with its own handy nylon belt pouch too, not that it’s too big for any pocket or gun bag.
Features-wise, the GMT150 includes 12 different tools: needlenose pliers, regular pliers, wire cutters, hook, cutting hook/belt cutter, wood/metal file, saw blade, hole diameter template, 90-degree angle, bottle opener, small screwdriver and knife blade. All tools are made in 440C steel and built to last.
RRP £39.95.
John Rothery
023 9224 5350
www.bisley-uk.com
Fernley Men’s Waterproof Jacket
This jacket’s washable water-repellent material is backed up by a waterproof drip strip, taped waterproof seams and Velcro storm cuffs. There are angled chest pockets for ammo, snap-fastened bellow pockets with drainage holes, and an inner zipped wallet pocket. Reinforced shoulders mean it won’t rip, and there’s an adjustable hood and back sports hem.
Sizes S to 5XL, woodland and Navy
RRP £249.95
Alan Paine
01623 339002
www.alanpaine.co.uk
Ruger rimfire long-range target
Features a two-tone target stock with a two-way adjustable comb, adjustable length of pull, QD attachment points and flush-mounted lower M-LOK rail.
The .22 rifle includes a flush-mounted BX-1, 10-round rotary magazine and accepts all 10/22 magazines. An extended magazine release provides no-fuss removal of
the magazine, while Ruger’s Marksman Adjustable trigger offers a crisp release.
RRP £780
Viking Arms
01423 780810
vikingshoot.com
Spyder Co Bow River
This is a great new piece from knife producers Spyderco, but at a more affordable price. Designed by custom knifemaker Phil Wilson, it is perfect for deer stalking, with a 4.3” trailing point fixed blade in top-quality stainless steel.
The handle is made from black and grey laminate, giving the knife a striking look, and is ergonomically contoured to ensure a firm, safe grip. It comes with a tough, high-quality leather sheath
RRP £49.99
Edgar Brothers
01625 613177
edgarbrother.com
Shooterking I-Heat
The ShooterKing i-Heat is a self-heating vest, based on carbon nanotube technology to be soft, foldable and machine washable. It has a built-in, pre-set thermostat, which intelligently maintains temperature.
It can be controlled by pressing the button on the chest or by a smartphone via the app. The wearer can power the vest for up to 10 hours with a 10,000mAh power bank (not included), which can sit in the garment.
SRP £169.95
Thomas Jacks
01789 264100
thomasjacks.co.uk
Gerber Exo-Mod
The EXO-MOD Series comprises three tools for preparing game in the field: the Fixed DP FE Blade Knife, the Caper Fixed Blade Knife and the Fixed Blade Saw. Each comes with a slim-line hard-shell sheath, capable of snapping together for custom carry.
Handle scales are made from a blaze orange polypropylene material for good grip and high visibility. These tools are made from stainless steel and have good edge retention while also being easy to sharpen, and are resistant to both staining and rust.
SRP £39.95
Thomas Jacks
01789 264100 or
thomasjacks.co.uk
Hawke Sidewinder
New for autumn 2020, the Sidewinder is a high-performance multi discipline scope offering parallax-free shooting from nine metres to infinity, assisted by a removable index-matched rangefinding side wheel. All models feature Hawke’s new H5 optics, which boast a stunning 24-degree ultra-wide field of view, with generous 100mm eye relief.
Precision locking turrets with 1/10 MRAD clicks, now feature a witness window giving you an instant visual guide to your turret’s position. Chris Parkin describes the FFP version as the ‘optical highlight of 2020’ – read his full review on page 28.
FFP RRP £629
Hawke Sport Optics
01394 387762
www.hawkeoptics.co.uk
Waypoint 300 Rechargeable Spotlight
Handheld and powerful, the Waypoint 300 Rechargeable Spotlight offers high, medium and low intensity modes, and the latest in power LED technology. The spotlight provides portability and a long runtime via a rechargeable lithium ion battery, making the this perfect for a variety of applications. Weight-balanced design virtually eliminates hand fatigue, and the light floats if dropped in water.
RRP £164.00
Viking Arms
01423 780810
vikingshoot.com
Wuben H8
With a 1000 metre max beam distance, the Wuben H8 lets you see everything within your visual range. It offers two modes: tactical and outdoor.
The Cree XHP35 HI LED shines with up to 1800 lumens, powered by two 18650 Li-ion batteries (not included), with a runtime of up to 468 hours. The H8 also features a tail cap switch to control On/Off and instant strobe; the side switch controls four output levels, strobe and SOS mode.
RRP £149
Optical Solutions
01790 751040
opticalsolutions.uk
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