New Products - October 2020
Hatsan Piledriver .50
Hatsan PileDriver .50 is the most powerful production PCP air rifle, delivering more than 800 foot-pounds of energy. Also offered in .45 with 700-plus foot-pounds. Fill the high-pressure carbon fiber air bottle, and you can take five full-power .50 shots or six shots with the .45. Designed for medium to big game with an extra-large top-loading port that accommodates projectiles up to 34mm in length, including sabot rounds because the 33-inch precision-rifled steel barrel is not shrouded. Patented hammer design replaces coilsprings with a smooth gas piston, and the side-cocking lever is easy to operate. Bullpup design keeps overall length under 47 inches with a full-length barrel. All-weather synthetic stock with textured pistol grip. Soft rubber butt pad adjustable for elevation and angle. Elevation-adjustable cheek rest ensures proper sight alignment with any optic. Fourteen-inch scope rail accepts Picatinny and 11mm dovetail mounts. Three accessory Picatinny rails. Total weight 10.4 pounds. MSRP $1,199.99. For more information go online at: www.hatsanusa.com
Carlson’s TSS Turkey Choke is designed for optimal 40-yard turkey patterns with .410 Federal Premium Heavyweight TSS Turkey Loads. TSS shotshells pack an exceptionally high number of pellets in a small .410 shell by using tiny No. 9 tungsten pellets, and because tungsten pellets are 56 percent denser than lead and also harder than lead, they deliver lethal impact at 40 yards. Also works well with other loads in similar small shot sizes. Made in the USA from 17-4 heat-treated stainless steel. Lifetime warranty. MSRP $49.95. For more information contact: Carlson’s Choke Tubes, Dept. FFG, 720 S. 2nd St., P.O. Box 162, Atwood, KS 67730; (785) 626-3700; www.choketube.com
Dryshod Kid’s Outdoor Series footwear matches the quality of premium adult boots. Constructed with a Densoprene foam bootie and Hydrokote water-repellent coating, all are 100-percent waterproof and easy to keep clean. The Haymaker work boot is well-suited for rugged conditions with DS1 molded outsole providing traction across all surface conditions while an integrated nylon shank adds support and stability. The Haymaker is comfortable to wear in both cold and warm weather with an EVA molded sock liner that can be removed to dry at the end of the day. Tuffy Sport Boot is designed for uneven terrain with a flexible, high-grip calendared outsole and a steel shank for support. Arctic Storm Winter Boot provides winter comfort with six layers of protection, including a 5mm bootie, 2.5mm Densoprene XD foam layer for maximum insulation, 2mm airmesh layer to promote air flow and minimize moisture, and a fleece lining. All are mid- to high-calf cut. MSRP starts at $74.95. For more information go online at: DryShodUSA.com
BuckStik RipStik licking branch keeps bucks working a mock scrape late into the season. When bucks make real scrapes, they don’t just paw the ground. They also leave scent from preorbital and forehead glands on an overhanging branch, and the 7-foot RipStik comes already treated with preorbital, forehead and interdigital gland scents. With a low evaporation rate, these scents only get better with time. Install in minutes to a tree, fence post, or use the BuckStik Pole Mount. MSRP $79.99. For more information, phone: (740) 676-3004; or go online at: www.buckstick.com
Hawke Optics Vantage 30 wide-angle, first focal plane riflescopes combine long-range accuracy with outstanding quality at an affordable price. Offered in 4-16x50 and 6-24x50 with a Half Mil Dot reticle that increases in size as you increase magnification. At the lowest setting, the reticle works similar to a red-dot scope. At the highest magnification, the reticle fills the view window with precise Half Mil hash marks that remain true, making it easy to judge range and bullet drop. Glass-etched reticles with adjustable red and green illumination; a rheostat on the saddle lets you instantly pick between five levels of brightness. Superior visual clarity with 11-layer fully multi-coated optics. Built on 30mm mono-tube frames that are nitrogen purged to be water-, shock- and fog-proof. Exposed and locking 1/10 MRAD turrets; side focus with infinite parallax adjustment. Get on target quickly with fast-focus eye bell and high-torque zoom ring. Lens covers and battery included. No-Fault Lifetime Warranty. MSRP for 4-16x50 $469; for 6-24x50 $489. For more information contact: Hawke, Dept. FFG, 6015 Highview Dr., Suite G, Fort Wayne, IN 46818; (877) 429-5347; www.hawkeoptics.com
Abu Garcia Max Line rod and reel combos offer performance and reliability at an affordable price. Max X, STX, and PRO spinning reels feature the Rocket Line Management System™ and Rocket Spool Lip Design™ for better control of all types of line. Slow oscillation ensures even line lay on a super strong yet lightweight machined aluminum spool. Bearing counts range from three on the Max X to six on the Max PRO, with an additional roller bearing for smooth operation. Max spinning combo rods are made with 24 Ton graphite for light weight and easy balance. Custom reel seats with integrated polymer comfort grips. Max spincast reels feature the Quadcam pickup system and a smooth, multidisc drag. Spincast combo rods feature high-density EVA grips and stainless-steel guides with titanium-oxide inserts. The Max X has one ball bearing, the Max STX has two, and the Max PRO has three. All include a roller bearing, and all come spooled with Berkley® Trilene® XL line. Spinning reel MSRP starts at $29.99. Combo rod and reel packages start at $59.99. Spincast reels start at $19.99 with matching rods at $24.99. For more information contact: Abu Garcia, Dept. FFG, 7 Science Ct., Columbia, SC 29203; (800) 228-4272; www.abugarcia.com
Houben’s Animal Lures Top Dog proprietary bait is unlike any other because it is built on a whole animal base that includes glands, feet, and hide. Carefully aged, fixed and combined with an unbeatable additive formula, Top Dog has been Houben’s go-to fox and coyote attractor for more than 25 years. During trapline test after trapline test, it has always rated a top producer. You can use this bait with confidence year-round, and Houben’s Skunk Additive will increase calling range in cold weather. MSRP $10 to $17. For more information, contact: Murray’s Lures & Trapping Supplies (304) 275-8727; www.murrayslures.com