November 06, 2023
By NAW Staff
Are you hunting for the perfect gift to give your beloved outdoorsman this year? The NAW team has assembled this list of must-haves for any whitetail guy or gal!
BROWNING Trusted by the North American Whitetail TV crew as high-quality deer rifles, Browning’s X-bolt series has something for every gun-toting whitetail hunter. And for the deer hunter looking for a rifle that’s easier on the ears, you can’t beat Browning’s X-Bolt Speed Suppressor Ready. The Speed SR comes with barrel lengths that are four inches shorter than normally paired with calibers. This means that when you pull your X-Bolt Speed out of the box and add your suppressor, you don’t have to worry about the rifle being too long to maneuver. (browning.com )
Moultrie Mobile Edge Pro Cellular Trail Camera Upgrade your wildlife monitoring game with the Moultrie Mobile® EDGE PRO Cellular Trail Camera — the ultimate trail camera experience! Say goodbye to false triggers with their groundbreaking False Trigger Elimination Technology (FTE). With Smart Zones, you can specify specific areas in the camera's field of view where you don't want it to trigger an image. No more bothersome notifications from swaying branches! Accessible plans starting at just $9.99 per month offer unmatched features. (moultriefeeders.com )
SIG SAUER Ideal for the whitetail hunter, Sig Sauer’s Sierra6 2-12x40mm riflescope places the benefits of the BDX system into a compact platform perfect for hunting deer from a tree stand or blind. Compact and lightweight, this optic is great for any deer rifle, muzzleloader, shotgun and even crossbows. With up to 95 percent light transmission, the Sierra6 ensures you’ll be able to get a clear view of your target in the final minutes of legal light. If you’re looking for a modern optic for the deer woods, this is one to strongly consider. (sigsauer.com )
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HORNADY The 7mm PRC is on the rise to power, and if you’ve taken the plunge or are considering the caliber, Hornady ’s new-for-2023 Outfitter Line 7mm PRC is hard to beat. Filling a void between the ultra-popular 6.5 PRC and the 300 PRC, the 7mm PRC is a long, ballistically perfect make that comes in a 175-grain ELD-X load, a 180-grain ELD-M, and a 160-grain CX load in Hornady’s Outfitter line. Our favorite is Hornady’s 7mm PRC 175-grain ELD-X Precision Hunter, which has a muzzle velocity of 3,000 fps and a G1 ballistic coefficient of .689. That is remarkable! (hornady.com )
CELLUCORE™ 20 SOLAR CELLULAR TRAIL CAMERA The CelluCORE™ 20 Solar Combines the reliability and image quality of the CelluCORE 20 with an integrated solar panel to dramatically increase battery life. The Dual-SIM configuration of the CelluCORE™ 20 Solar allows it to automatically connect to AT&T or Verizon−whichever offers the strongest cellular network. (bushnell.com )
CONQUEST SCENTS Conquest Scents has proven its salt in the whitetail woods, and we love that Conquest has made it easy to choose with their Trio Hunter's Package. This package combines all three of their popular deer scents into a discounted package. One stick of EverCalm, RuttingBuck, and VS-1 lets your hunter be ready for any part of the season. Wipe it on trees, brush, and boots to create scent trails.(conquestscents.com )
Freedom Isn’t Free Hoodie The Folds of Honor hoodie is more than just comfortable apparel; it's a symbol of deep respect for the sacrifices and service of American heroes. Designed for proud patriots who understand that freedom isn’t free, this pullover blends the standard comfort of a favorite pullover with an athletic fit and a two-ply hood, making it suitable for both workdays and weekends. By wearing this pullover, you not only enjoy its cozy features but also proudly support the Folds of Honor mission. (store.foldsofhonor.org )
OZONICS We love Ozonics, and while every Ozonics product is a good one, our current go-to is the HR500. Featuring all the same modes that have made other Ozonics models such a hit (Boost, STD, DriWash and Hyper Boost), the HR500 promises to be 40 percent quieter in Boost mode. The new app, which is super easy to use, allows hands-free operation. Open the app, pair your unit and change the HR500’s settings without ever having to move around in your stand or blind. The HR500 also comes with a handheld remote, and the unit’s ergonomics and attach-to-tree devices sport a rubber over-mold designed to keep things stealthy. (ozonicshunting.com )
OLD TRAPPER Late-season hunting can be a cold affair, so you’ll want some snacks. A go-to of the North American Whitetail TV crew is Old Trapper’s Beef Jerky Case of 8. For a reasonable price, you get eight 1/4-pound bags of tasty, protein-rich beef snacks to keep your stomach full. When your stomach is happy, you can stay in the woods longer, increasing your chances of tagging that trophy buck. (oldtrapper.com )
Chêne Gear PrimaLoft Synthetic Down Jacket All new for 2023, the Chêne Gear PrimaLoft Synthetic Down Jacket is a high-performance outer layer that delivers enhanced warmth without extra weight and bulk, even in wet conditions. Built for up and down each of the flyways, the inside of the coat is constructed with Primaloft’s 100% synthetic Silver ThermoPlume insulation with CrossCore Technology, which provides superior insulation, body temperature regulation and comfort, while the water-and-wind resistant outer layer delivers rugged durability. (chenegear.com )
HUNT MONKEY Hunt Monkey knows gloves, and its 220-gram Polar Fleece with wind-resistance Chilly Willie gloves should raise your eyebrows. The flip-top mitten means right-now access to bare fingers, and the magnet stays to ensure silent operation. The fixed thumb ensures equipment control, and the synthetic leather palm boosts grip and overall glove longevity. (huntmonkeygloves.com )
BUCK FORAGE A top-end food plot seed, Buck Forage Oats have been helping hunters create successful food plots for over 25 years. This seed endorsed by Dr. Deer is the North American Whitetail TV team’s preferred fall planting, and its reputation for luring in trophy bucks is well-known. Through intensive genetic breeding, the Buck Forage Oats crew has produced a quality deer forage that can also handle heavy browse from even the densest of deer herds. (buckforage.com )
MICRO FOOD PLOTS An all-in-one tilling and seeding implement, Micro Food Plots’ Master Series can handle small kill plots and larger 5-acre food plots. The 16-inch tires are durable, and you can transport the unit anywhere with the Linear Lift System. The heavy-duty frame has 12 notched blades and sealed bearings, and you get a 40-inch swath with each pass. A new Clod Buster cultipacker roller allows for soil compaction over the seed to increase seed-to-soil contact. (microfoodplots.com )
EXCALIBUR For 40 years, Excalibur has produced innovative crossbows, and to celebrate its anniversary, the manufacturer launches the Wolverine to pay homage to an Excalibur original. Light and compact, this recurve-limb crossbow hits a top speed of 360 fps and requires only 15 pounds of draw effort to cock. CeaseFire technology means you never have to worry about a dry fire, and the crossbow has a best-in-class trigger you must feel to fully appreciate. With a total length of 31.5 inches providing maximum maneuverability, the crossbow has a limited lifetime warranty and showcases Micro High-Output Express Limbs. (excaliburcrossbows.com )
SEVR Designed for maximum penetration on heavy-boned big game animals, SEVR’s 1.5 features a more swept-back blade angle that allows the 420-grade stainless-steel blades to drive deeper and be more durable. Another SEVR bonus is that each broadhead has Practice Lock — a patented feature that allows you to lock the blades in the ferrule with a secondary set screw, so you can practice with the same broadhead you plan to hunt with. (sevrbroadheads.com )
EASTON A mover and a shaker, Easton’s Sonic 6.0 is now offered in a Match Grade +/-.001 option for bowhunters seeking ultimate accuracy. Easton’s Acu-Carbon process ensures maximum weight and spine consistency, and the 6.0 Match Grade comes in many spine options to ensure there’s a Sonic 6.0 for every deer hunter. Easton’s Sonic 6.0 Match Grade shafts come fletched with 2-inch factory-helical fletched Blazer vanes and pre-installed, color-coded by spine nocks. (eastonarchery.com )
REDNECK The Outfitter HD Bale Blind is an excellent solution for hunters who regularly take kids, as it's the perfect two-person ground blind. The Bale Blind is six-foot wide, allowing extra room for gear when bow hunting. With it's nature hay bale look animals adapt to it almost immediately while also aiding in significant scent control. (redneckblinds.com )
