Hunting is challenging, but good gear can be a difference maker. The right equipment can create fantastic food plots, proper clothing can keep bugs off and warmth in, and a good scent can draw in deer for a shot. There are so many products to choose from as a deer hunter it can be overwhelming to find which gear is right for you. The D+DH team has rounded up the top 50 deer hunting products of 2021. Here is Part 3 on our list (see Part 1 and Part 2). Stay tuned for Part 4 on June 25 and Part 5 on July 2.
30. Victory V-TAC 27
Victory is thrilled to announce incredible results from one of its most revered products. The V-TAC 27 diameter arrows meld the latest in carbon fiber weave technology from Victory’s parent company, Mitsubishi Chemical America, with insight from champion archers and industry professionals to create an accurate, consistent, and forgiving arrow. This is a single-spine model that is heavier and more forgiving, and was designed specifically for indoor archery. In comparison to the earlier NVX, the design of the V-TAC 27 has been significantly revamped. The grain weight was increased, and spine softened to allow for a more forgiving shot and feel. Additionally, engineers utilized a proprietary 90-degree weave that allows for faster arrow recovery in flight and incredible spine uniformity. This arrow sports an impressive ±.001-inch straightness and ±0.5 grain batch weights, ensuring supreme consistency. Overall, it’s hard to overlook such precision engineering and infrastructure, and archers are certainly taking notice.
MSRP: $189.99 (Elite), $169.99 (Gamer), $129.99 (Sport) per dozen. Info: victoryarchery.com
29. SIK SK2
The SK2 by Sik produces field-point accuracy. To achieve that, this broadhead uses patented FliteLoc Technology. The signature Offset Blade Design allows it to deploy on impact, leaving game with a gaping 2-inch offset entry wound. With a 3.625-inch cutting surface, exit wounds are massive, too. No one likes a broadhead to fail during the moment of truth. Fortunately, this 100-grain head is built extremely tough, is more than capable of penetrating deeply, and inflicts maximum damage upon passing through the vitals. All things considered, it looks cool, and backs it up with exceptional performance.
MSRP: $49.99 Info: sikbroadheads.com
28. Chapin 97561 25-Gallon Mixes on Exit 12v, 2.2 GPM ATV Spot Sprayer
Stop wasting water, chemical concentrate and time with Chapin’s Mixes on Exit Sprayer. This clean-tank spraying system separates water and concentrate tanks to prevent the messy and wasteful premixing of chemicals. With additional concentrate tanks available (sold separately), you can swap your chemicals out on the fly. This is great for fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides, pesticides, and general weed control. Tank size combos include a 15-gallon water tank with 1.33-gallon concentrate tanks, or the 25-gallon option with 2-gallon concentrate tank. An adjustable mix valve mixes the concentrate and water as you spray, from 1 to 15 ounces per gallon. Plus, a Quick Connect fitting makes it easy to swap concentrate tanks (additional concentrate tanks sold separately). So, keep and store those concentrate tanks for later use. The poly nozzle adjusts from a tight stream to fine cone mist, tank mouth opening is 6 inches, and the unit uses a diaphragm pump type. It has 0.4- to 0.5-gpm spray and flow rate, offers switchable boom and spot spray functions (boom spray kits sold separately), has a drain cap to quickly empty the water tank, has 180 inches of PVC-reinforced hose, and more. It weighs 31 pounds, and measures 38×19.5×19.5 inches. It boasts a 40-60 psi operating pressure, 25-feet vertical spray stream, 23-feet horizontal spray stream, 20-inch extension wand length, double filtration, and a one-year limited warranty.
MSRP: $229.99 Info: chapinmfg.com
27. Sportsman’s Condo SC5 Hero Blind
Want the reliability of older Sportsman Condo models, but with added features? Enter the SC5 Hero. It has three sliding windows, and one door window, increasing visibility while maintaining concealment. Its rugged, one-piece construction helps it to withstand the elements and last over time. It’s 6-feet around, and 6 feet tall, so there’s plenty of space to move around in. Plus, for those who prefer to be elevated, the metal base accepts 4×4 posts. Two built-in shelves help hold your gear. Finally, weighing in at 330 pounds, it’s heavy enough to be well-made, but not so heavy that it can’t be moved. This thing is ready for your next hunt.
MSRP: $1,699 Info: sportsmanscondo.com
26. Trijicon Credo® HX 2.5-10×56 Riflescope
The Trijicon Credo HX was designed with one purpose in mind: brag-worthy hunts. To help you do so, with style, it offers rapid target acquisition from dawn to dusk, pinpoint accuracy, and tough-as-nails construction that can handle the hazards of any hunt. Its illuminated reticles use Trijicon’s Bindon Aiming Concept (BAC) feature to provide a clear aiming point that draws the shooter’s eye for fast engagement with red and green illuminated reticles for any-light hunting. Fully multi-coated, broadband, anti-reflective glass provides excellent light transmission, true detail and color with zero distortion. The scope’s precise windage/elevation adjusters require no tools, and capped or zero-stop adjusters ensure no accidental shift. Several proven reticle choices are available. Plus, its repositionable magnification lever accommodates different shooting positions and rifle configurations.
MSRP: $999 to $1,150. Info: trijicon.com
25. SIERRA3BDX Riflescope
Disguised within the form factor of a traditional riflescope lies the power of the SIG SAUER BDX Ballistic Data Xchange. The SIERRA3BDX riflescope provides the hunter an illuminated auto- holdover dot on targets when coupled with a BDX-capable KILO rangefinder. Featuring exceptional SpectraCoat lenses, LevelPlex digital anti-cant, and KinETHIC kinetic energy transfer indicator, the SIERRA3BDX is incredibly simple to use. Range a target, put the holdover dot on target, pull the trigger, impact. Features the MOTAC (Motion Activated Illumination) that powers up when it senses motion and powers down when it does not. Provides for optimum operational safety and enhanced battery life. Dependable waterproof (IPX-7 rated for complete immersion up to 1 meter) and fog-proof performance.
MSRP: $769.99 Info: sigsauer.com
24. Tink’s Peefuser
The Tink’s Peefuser converts your favorite Tink’s scent into a fine mist that will give deer in the area assurance to enter your hunting location and provide long range attraction for the big buck looking for a doe to breed. Every two minutes, your hunting location will get a fresh 30-second burst of Tink’s attraction. The diffuser converts urine to mist; diffuses scent; lasts up to seven hours (on a 0.5-ounce bottle), and is powered by three AAA batteries.
Retail: $29.99 Info: tinks.com
23. G5 MegaMeat
Some people like G5s on their deer, but many hunters like them on the ends of their arrows, too. The new MegaMeat satisfies that requirement, and does so in grand fashion. It has a huge, 2-inch cutting diameter, for those who want that. It also has an easy-to-use SnapLock Collar to keep those bad boys in place until impact. Then, upon arrival, extremely sharp blades deploy, and then blaze a trail. In addition to the broadhead, you get a B.M.P. practice tip, which makes sighting in and tuning a bow much easier. Specs aside, this is offered as either a 100- or 125-grain option, and a crossbow version is available.
MSRP: $44.99 (three per pack) Info: g5outdoors.com
22. Excalibur TwinStrike
Excalibur is rethinking the horizontal archery game with its new TwinStrike crossbow. This model gives the hunter two bolts that are locked and loaded for twice the confidence. It features the all-new DualFire Technology, which allows two bolts to be nocked at once. This allows the shooter to have an immediate follow-up shot ready to go. And, technically, both can be fired simultaneously. This over-and-under system provides a perfectly-balanced crossbow that is skeletonized for weight reduction (yet carries Excalibur’s signature durability), and incorporates a quad limb and dual string setup. It also equips the hunter with two independent, frictionless, 4-pound, match-grade triggers. The front trigger fires the top rail, and the back trigger fires the bottom rail. (A wide finger guard enables easy gloved shooting.) Both bolts shoot through the riser for increased accuracy and consistency. This model also sports Ceasefire Technology, which boosts safety by ensuring the crossbow will not fire unless a bolt is loaded. This safety and dry-fire-reduction technology works in conjunction with Excalibur’s new Rhino Nock, providing a positive audible click when loaded correctly. Diving into specifications, the TwinStrike has an overall length of 33.375 inches, cocked width of 21.125 inches, and uncocked width of 25.25 inches. It has a 9.625-inch power stroke, 358-pound draw weight, and weighs 7.75 pounds. It comes with the new OverWatch Scope, scope mount and rings, Rebolt Quiver, Charger EXT cocker and Fail Safe Strap, DualFire de-cocking aid, four bolts with Rhino nocks, and more.
MSRP: $2,222.22 Info: excaliburcrossbow.com
21. Browning Defender Ridgeline
The Defender Ridgeline cellular camera by Browning has been updated to become an impressive game scouting tool. It features the Invisible Infrared Night Illumination technology, which is great for easily-spooked animals and security applications. It can transmit HD images and video clips via a nationwide 4G LTE network from field to laptop or mobile device by using the Strike Force Wireless Management System. Dual Carrier technology allows the customer to decide between AT&T or Verizon networks. It uploads standard images, HD images, or video clips. Customers also have the option of creating and managing footage in folders. Camera features include 20-megapixel photos, 1920×1080 full HD videos (with sound) in 5-second to 2-minute lengths. It has 90-feet invisible infrared illumination at night, an adjustable IR flash (for power saving or extended range), a 0.135- to 0.7-second adjustable trigger speed, and takes up to eight multi-shot or Rapid Fire images. Enjoy a programmable delay range from 1 second to 1 hour. It also has excellent battery life, and the battery meter functions with alkaline and lithium batteries. It comes with a ¼-20 tripod socket and metal tree mounting bracket.
MSRP: $219.99 Info: browningtrailcameras.com
