What's In Your Man Cave?
Every man dreams of having a man cave where he can display his favorite treasures like the big deer head in the corner that was passed down from Great Grandpa.
If you are lucky enough to have a man cave, it will probably look great with a few camouflage items. American Leather Klassics is now offering Mathews Archery Lost Camo coasters to set your beer mugs, pop or other beverage on.
The coaster sets are available in Lost Camo with the Mathews logo proudly displayed across the center of the coaster.
American Leather Klassics is offering a buffed leather coaster set with the Mathews logo displayed across the center that sells for less than $7 for a set of six. If you have a computer in your man cave, you may want to consider purchasing a Lost Camo mouse pad or a Lost Camo picture frame to display a picture of the big buck you shot last year.
American Leather Klassics offers Mathews tri-fold wallets, front pocket wallets and Lost Camo/Mathews belts that are perfect for wearing out for the evening or for wearing when shooting at a tournament.
To learn more about the variety of Lost Camo leather products offered by American Leather Klassics, visit www.americanleatherklassics.com
Spring Turkey Hunting
More bowhunters are realizing how much fun turkey hunting with a bow can be. Below are a couple broadheads that can help hunters put a longbeard in the freezer this spring. As the popularity of bowhunting longbeards increases, so does the selection of broadheads designed to harvest them with. Of course many mechanical heads such as Grim Reaper and The Rage also work great.
ARROWDYNAMIC SOLUTIONS GOBBER GUILLOTINE
Arrowdynamic Solutions makers of the Gobbler Guillotine, was one of the first broadhead companies to manufacture a broadhead designed to lop the head off a lovesick longbeard. The Diamond Edition Gobbler Guillotine has four 3-inch blades that create a 3x3 cutting width so even if a hunters’ aim is slightly off, they will still hit the mark. When the razor-sharp blades pile into a turkey’s neck, the bird usually loses its head. The blades on the Diamond Edition have beefed up titanium blades that don’t require sleeves over them like previous models. The blades are reversible so each head can be used multiple times. When one side is worn out, flip the blades over for a new broadhead.
MAGNUS BULLHEAD
Magnus Broadheads offers the Bullhead for hardcore turkey hunters. The Bullhead has three long offset blades that help increase the arrows’ accuracy in flight. The blades on the Bullhead are an impressive .048"-thick stainless steel. It is available in a 100-grain model with a 2-3/4” cutting diameter that can be used to take neck and body shots and a 125-grain model that has an impressive 4” cutting diameter designed for head and neck shots. The 100-grain model is a great option. With a 2-3/4” cutting diameter, there is plenty of wiggle room if the shot isn’t perfect. Hunters can take a body shot if the tom doesn’t present a good head shot.
RANGEFINDER REVIEW
One thing that helps bowhunters bag more game is laser rangefinders. Below you will find specs for some of the latest and greatest rangefinders on the market.
Manufacturer: Bushnell (www.bushnell.com; 800-423-3537)
Model: Sport 850
Weight: 5.8 ounces
Magnification: 4x
Max distance: 850 yards
Price: $180
Special Feature: The Sport 850 has a 20 mm fully coated lens which offers great clarity and decent visibility in low light conditions. This is the perfect model for crossbow hunters who also gun hunt, given the units’ 850-yard range.
Manufacturer: Leupold
Model; RX 10001 TBR
Weight: 7.6 ounces
Magnification: 6X
Max distance: 1000 yards
Price: $380
Special Features: This rangefinder comes with True Ballistic Ranging for angled shots and digitally enhanced accuracy which delivers increased accuracy speed and range. The high performance lens in the rangefinder delivers lots of light even in low light conditions. The unit is less than four inches long. It’s proof that big things do come in small packages.
Manufacturer: Nikon
Model: Archers Choice Max
Weight: 6.9 Ounces
Magnification: 6X
Max distance: 200 yards
Price: $370
Special Features: This rangefinder has every bell and whistle you can think of including ID Technology (Incline/Decline compensation) and an Active Brightness view finder so you can easily see what you are doing, multicoated lenses that are waterproof and fog proof and 18 mm eye relief.
Manufacturer: Opti-Logic (www.opti-logic.com; 1-888-678-4564)
Model: Micro II
Weight: 3.5 ounces
Magnification: none
Max distance: 400 yards
Price: $330
Special Features: The Micro II truly is designed for bowhunters and crossbow users. It has built-in Ballistics compensation, which provides an accurate reading every time hunters range something. The compensation works on arrows and bolts that don’t exceed 350 FPS. This rangefinder is small and fits perfectly in shirt pockets.
Manufacturer: Wild Game Innovations
Model: Ir500x
Weight: 12 ounces
Magnification: none
Max distance: 500 yards
Price: $161
Special Feature: The Halo r500x Laser Rangefinder ranges up to five hundred yards, making a great option for gun hunters and crossbow hunters. It comes with scan mode and angle intelligence which makes getting an accurate reading on steep angled shots simple.
When are you in a treestand or ground blind, having a quality pair of binoculars is critical.
Manufacturer: Nikon
Model: Monarch X
Magnification: 8.5 x 45
Price: $630
Special Features: Crossbow hunters looking for top notch optics will be thrilled with the Monarch X. These binoculars come with dielectric layered prisms that work well in low light conditions. At twenty-five ounces, they are lightweight and easy to use for long periods of time. Long, 20.6 mm eye relief and waterproof and fog proof ruggedness make the Monarch X a great choice for serious hunters.
Sidebar: Low tech rangefinder perfect for hunters on a budget
Archer Range Rangefinder
When heading into the woods, crossbow hunters shouldn't leave without a rangefinder, pull-up rope and tape measure to estimate their big buck's rack after the kill. The Archer Range Rangefinder is all of that wrapped up into one easy-to-use product. The manual range finder accurately judges distances out to fifty yards. It doesn’t require batteries and gives you the horizontal distance like many high-end rangefinders that cost hundreds of dollars. The unit's tape measure doubles as a 33-foot pull up rope. After your bow is attached to the rope, simply climb your tree and the rope automatically unwinds as you climb.
MATHEWS BOW REVIEWS
MATHEWS BOW REVIEWS
Mathews is known for making super smooth and lightweight, 2012 is no exception. The new Mathews Helim comes with a variety of features diehard bowhunters will love. This bow weighs in at 3.5 pounds. The Geo Grid Lock Riser, the Dead End String Stop Lite and the Harmonic Stabilizer Lite are lighter than last years’ riser, string stop and harmonic stabilizer which helped reduce the overall weight of the bow without sacrificing strength and durability.
Another great feature found on the Helim is the size. It is only 30 inches axle to axle, which will come in handy regardless if you are hunting in the backcountry needing a compact lightweight bow when you are hiking miles every day or if you are a diehard treestand hunter and need a bow that is easy to manuever in a tight spot. The Helim is powered by the Helim cam which is super fast and efficient: two things every bowhunter needs in a bow. The bow shoots an arrow up to 332 FPS.
Other key features include a 7-inch brace height which is very forgiving, resulting in better accuracy at longer ranges. The Helim is available in draw lengths from 26-30 inches and draw weights of 40-70 pounds including 65 pounds. The Helim is available in Lost Cam or black. A variety of different colored dampers and accessories can be purchased for your bow so you can give it a custom feel.
I love the fact that the bow is super light and short. I enjoy hunting from a pop-up ground blind for turkeys and deer. When hunting from a seated position, an extra short bow really shines.
For more information about the complete line of Mathews bows, visit www.Mathewsinc.com. While you are visiting our website, check out our complete line of Mathews and Lost Camo leather products.
Gifts For Men From Men
All hunters have hunting buddies especially hardcore bowhunters who spend a lot of time in the field and the gear they use often takes a beating. Our one of a kind Lost Camo Leather belts can take a beating and will still look great years from know. Leather and camo go together like logs and stone. Why not give that special outdoorsman in your life something they can use for years and years a Lost Camo leather belt that proudly displays the Mathews Archery name.
If that special someone in your life already has a camouflage belt, how about a Lost Camo Leather Wallet that also proudly displays the Mathews Archery logo. American Leather Klassics also offers, Lost Camo mouse pads, knife sheaths and many other products for the hardcore outdoorsman in your life.
Mathews/FOXPRO Pro Staff Member Al Morris Interview
Being a diehard elk hunter, Morris has always shot an 80-pound bow but age has slowly caught up to him. This year, he decided he would should 70 pounds and he has been very happy. “I am accustomed to shooting a fast bow so I was a little worried about switching to a 70-pound bow but I have been very pleased. This bow is super fast, super quiet and is extremely accurate,” said Morris.
Are you in the market for a new bow? Check out the complete line of Mathews bows at Mathewsinc.com. If you are in the market for Mathews Archery apparel, check our complete line of Mathews leather apparel. We offer everything from Mathews belts and wallets to leather mouse pads and Leatherman tool cases. Christmas is right around the corner and Mathews Archery leather products would make a great gift.
GIVE YOUR DOG PLENTY OF H20 WHILE HUNTING
GIVE YOUR DOG PLENTY OF H20 WHILE HUNTING
When hunting, dogs work hard. In fact, studies show that a dog working in the field retrieving waterfowl, flushing game and running through thick brush can lose twice the amount of water over a short time as a dog that is sitting in the kennel or on the couch. Keeping your dog hydrated in the field is very important. A few years ago, several dogs died on opening day of pheasant season in South Dakota as a result of dehydration and exhaustion.
Every year on the first Saturday in March in Anchorage, Alaska, the Iditarod Sled Dog Race begins. At each check point along the trail, dogs are met by veterinarians when they pull into the check point with their musher. One of the main tasks of the vet is checking each dog for dehydration. Some of the early signs of dehydration include excessive panting, slowing down in the field and change in personality or attitude. If dehydration persists the skin on the back of neck will slowly return to the body if pinched. Another sign of dehydration is the slow return of the color pink to the dogs’ gums if they are pressed. Knowing the signs of dehydration in a dog could save his life.
The good news is preventing a dog from getting dehydrated is simple. Give them water regularly. Bringing a bottle of water and a collapsible dish into the field with you while hunting to give your dog water is a good idea. There are water supplements for dogs that are similar to sports drinks for people. Add the power supplement to his water and he’ll get an extra boost.
One of my biggest problems while hunting with dogs has been misplacing their food bowls when I return to the truck. Hitch Hero has solved that problem. Now when I return to the truck I can put food and water in the Hitch Hero and feed them. I no longer have to worry about
