21 LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS

1. Ridgeline hydro packs The ability to carry not only your gear but water in a back pack is a good one; Ridgeline of New Zealand offers a pair of Hydro Packs to suit. There are two models; both in their Buffalo Camo pattern. The Compact Hydro Daypack 3 litre (cargo capacity) is basic, measuring 17.25 x 6 x 8”. Larger and more versatile is the Medium Hydro Daypack 30 litre version, which measures 22 x 14 x 6”. This, as can be imagined, offers more storage! In both cases they use a 2-litre bladder, a bite-n-suck valve and a tube that is routed down the padded shoulder strap to suit. Prices: £44.99 & £48.99 Contact: Highland Outdoors, 0845 099 0252 www.highlandoutdoors.co.uk

2. Jake Winter Field Shirt John Field’s Jake is a lightweight field shirt that utilizes hi-tech fabrics. It’s specified as thermoregulating, so ideally suited to British weather. Polartec Powerdry fabric allows for ultimate, maximum comfort in movement, keeping the body warm and dry. Its patented bi-component, knit construction uses different yarns on either side of the fabric, to move moisture away from the skin, whilst the other dries quickly. The half length button design also makes this shirt nice and flexible in extreme conditions, with the ability to lose heat rapidly if required, suede elbow pads are featured. Prices: £79 Sizes: XS to XXXL Contact: Seyntex John Field,

3.Jack Pyke neoprene gloves Jack Pyke’s Neoprene Shooting Gloves feature their English Oak Camo and English Woodland camouflage pattern. There are Velcro wrist adjusters, with rubber dotted palm and thumb. The trigger finger (either hand) peels back and Velcro patches keep them out of the way. Overall though, the feel of the waterproof neoprene is extremely comfortable, giving these gloves an edge over many more expensive alternatives. Price: £19.95 Contact: Jack Pyke, 01234 740327 www.jackpyke.co.uk

4. Quake Stag All Terrain Seat The Quake Stag All Terrain Seat (ATS) is made from polymer and weighs 2.9 kg. It packs down for carrying, as the back rest folds and its four, telescopic legs stow away in the base. Slide out the legs and slot them into four integrated brackets, spring-clips hold them in place. They are adjustable from 16 to 23 ½”. The seat is padded and swivels on the base assembly allow you to move in any direction. The backrest is attached to the upper, so turns with you. The ATS comes in a carry bag and is great for hide shooting etc. Price: SRP £80 including carry bag Contact: RUAG Ammotec UK Ltd, 01579 362319 www.ruag.co.uk

5. Lifesystems Tick Remover Card Lifesystems Tick Remover Card enables ticks to be removed safely, quickly and without force. Made of a translucent plastic, it’s the size of a credit card, so always at hand and features an integral, x3 magnifying lens and large and small V-notches to allow you to ease the tick out. Full instructions on use and also symptoms of tick-borne diseases are printed on the packaging, it also urges you, even if you get a tick out, to go and seek medical help/advice right away! The card is equally useful for bee stings, splinters and thorn removal; well worth the effort! Price: £3.99 Contact: www.ellis-brigham.com

6. 5.11 Tactical Mission 2.0 Rolling Duffel The 5.11 Mission-ready 2.0 Rolling Duffel is well-made, using 1600 denier rip-stop nylon with reinforced corners, edges and underside sliders for protection. With its telescopic handle, it’s easy to roll and remains standing when left upright. Capacity is 92 litres, split between one main compartment with mesh dividers, and an upper surface pocket, then three smaller pockets to one side, with a full-length compartment to the other. Waterproof, with an overall size of 30x17x14” and weighing 4.5kg, it’s a practical design! Price: £157.50 Inc p&p Colours: Black, Sandstone and Grey Contact: military 1st. www.military1st.co.uk

7. DEFCON 5 Army Combat Uniform The design is based on the US Army and Special Forces jacket and pants ACU (advanced combat uniform) in a choice of modern camo patterns. It’s made of un-lined, rip-stop polycotton cloth. Rip-stop incorporates a nylon mesh, that if the material is cut or torn, will not run (rip); always useful! The build goes for a Shirt/Jacket, with two pockets on the breast and one on either arm. BDU Trousers have eight pockets and the fly and waste is all-buttons and there are belt loops and draw cord waist adjusters. Overall, good utility camo clothing! Price: £80 Contact: Viking Arms Ltd, 01423 780810

8. Premier Plus Shooting Glasses Premier Plus Shooting Glasses includes the frames, five different coloured lenses, nose grips, and an additional prescription lens holder. They come in a zipper case with soft slips for lenses and a belt clip. Lenses are impact-resistant, 2mm, optical grade, polycarbonate. They’re specified as UV400, offering maximum protection against UV rays. The five colours: red, yellow, blue, black, and clear, will enhance contrast in various conditions. The lens frame allows the fitting of your prescription so glasses wearers are catered for too. Price: £29.95 Contact: Rangesports, 01202 854634, www.rangesports.com

9. Hawke LRF 400 Pro Laser Rangefinder Hawke’s LRF 400 Professional laser rangefinder measures 99 X 68 X 40mm and weighs 180-grams, is rubber-armoured and comes in a Neoprene case. Functions include; distance, height, height difference and angle, operation is by twin buttons. To take a reading a second press on the button does the business and the range pops up in the LCD display. The reticule gives all information including battery status and laser strength. The eyepiece is focusable and features a twist-up cup! All functions can be accessed easily by through the menu using the mode button. Price: SRP£139.95 Contact: Deben Group Industries Ltd 01394 387762 www.deben.com

10. Best Fitting Cylinder carrying kit The biggest problem with any PCP is the diver’s tank, but Best Fittings have the solutions. The Carry Strap is a webbing/Velcro rig that wraps around the bottle (3 to 15 litres) to offer a convenient carry handle, making carriage easier. The Cylinder Anti-roll Kit uses two foam rods linked by nylon strapping, which will stop Price: £199.99, Bullets 12 pack inc speed loader £19.99 Contact: Highland Outdoors Ltd, 0845 099 0252 the bottle rolling be it on a table or in a vehicle. These two can be bought together so saving money, over the individual items. Prices: Cylinder Transport Kit £22.50 (Inc gas hazard sign). Cylinder Carry Strap £12.50 Anti Roll Kit £12.50 Contact: Best Fittings, 01747 312672

11. Fenix PD35 Torch The Fenix PD35 (2014 Edition) shows a 25.4 x 139mm body and weighs 87grms and produces 960-lumen from its Cree XM-L2 (U2) LED. It runs on 2 x CR123A batteries or a rechargeable with five brightness levels of 14, 50, 180, 460 and 960 lumens plus a strobe mode. There’s a low battery warning. Controls offer a side-mounted brightness/mode switch and intelligent circuit which remembers the previously used brightness level when you switch on. It comes with a removable clothing clip, lanyard and carry pouch. Price: SRP£59.95 Contact: My Fenix 02921 157162 for nearest stockists www.myfenix.co.uk

12. Pellet Perfect Selection Testing kits Pellets can be expensive. Pellet Perfect offers their sample packs containing 25-pellets of each brand and is cheaper than buying whole tins. Customers can make up their own selections, and with the company’s pellet range now covering .177” right up to .35”, along with over 350 different brands, there’s plenty to choose from! They are normally sold in packs of 25, for example JSB Exact Heavy at 10.33-grain, retailing at £1.25. Most makes come in between £1 and £1.15 for 25, with a minimum total order of £6.00 plus UK delivery of between £2.50 and £3.00 dependent upon weight. Contact: Pellet Perfect, 0113 3141365 www.pelletperfect.co.uk

13. Air Arms HFT500 Palm Rest Kit The Palm Rest Kit comprises of the main palm shelf, 3mm and 5mm Allen keys, washers, screws, and two different length extenders. The palm shelf is machined from aluminium and well finished. Assembly is easy; with two Allen bolts holding the shelf to the central supports with another tightening it into position. Slide the shelf onto the accessory rail of the rifle and set it to the desired position and then tighten it down. Handling and shootability is transformed, we are never disappointed with Air Arms products, and this one is well thought through, and superbly executed. Price: £95, Extra Spacer Kit: £13.95 Contact: www.air-arms.co.uk

14. Viper Tactical Special Ops Pouch The Special Ops Pouch measures 20x15x18cm in size with 5.4L worth of storage. There are fold out panels and around 20 further slots and pockets, ideal for large and small items. The 600D Cordura build is durable and shower-proof, with the cover flap sealing all inside. External zippered pockets allow fast access, pockets are installed within and fold out. A phone pouch sits outermost under the adjustable 38mm shoulder strap and there’re MOLLE webbing and Velcro panels for other accessories. Extremely handy, it’s ideal for storage of many field-ready items; colours - Black, Green, Coyote, Multicam. Price: £22.50 Inc p&p Contact: Military 1st, www.military1st.co.uk

15. Schultz & Larsen moderators Schultz & Larsen now offer a range of rimfire and centrefire moderators. Made in Denmark, they offer a choice of both muzzle-mounted and reflex types and build options to suit calibres or your hunting needs. The build is hi-strength aluminium alloy, hard anodised for strength, with stainless steel inserts where needed. The rimfires offer a dedicated 17HMR unit, along with Supersonic designed for hi-velocity 22 Long Rifle. Initial testing in 308 Win and 22-250 Rem has proved positive, and prices are competitive! Contact: Alan Rhone, 01978 66 00 01 Prices from: Rimfire £61, Centrefire £182 www.greatdanerifles.com

16. Lee Breech Lock Classic Cast reloading press Lee Precision reloading gear is good kit and works well and their single station Classic Cast press takes some beating! Made of cast iron, this O-frame uses a strong, compound leverage system, with adjustable angle and reversible handle. It comes with large and small primer arms and a spent primer collector tube. The top is threaded 1 ¼ x 12 for calibres like 50 BMG, but a 7/8x14 TPI adaptor allows the use of normal dies and Lee’s quick change Breech Lock die system. Great press that will last a life time and produce top quality ammo! Price: £100 Contact: Henry Krank & Co Ltd, 0113 356 9163

17. Patriot Ordnance Factory drop-in AR15 triggers This single-stage, non-adjustable, drop-in trigger boasts a solid 4.5-pound pull weight and is pre-assembled in a hard coat anodized aluminium housing (complete with rubber urethane feet) and is easy to fit. The trigger, disconnect, and hammer are all Nitride heat-treated to 70 Rockwell case hardness for strength and corrosion resistance. It includes customfit stainless steel KNS Precision™ Anti-walk Pins for both standard AR and POF-USA ambidextrous lower receivers. Prices: £140 (4.5 lb straight trigger) £160 (4lb EFP trigger) Contact: www.suffolkrifle.co.uk

18. Napier Apex Autolift The Autolift is a field ratchet system to lift medium weight game animals (up to 200 kg+) for an easy and clean gralloch. Designed to compliment and attach to their Apex Autoclick, and Tree Hugger systems. The 2.5 metre, self-retracting lifter can be attached to any fixed anchor point and with its unique, 2-part gambrel fitted; the animal is raised safely and quickly. Using the large Grab Ring, it is possible to control the decent when releasing, and deposit the animal directly into a vehicle or bag; so much more convenient and hygienic than allowing it to touch the ground. Price £49.99 Code 8007 Contact: Napier of London, +44-(0)1235-812993 (for Napier dealers) www.napieruk.com

19. MacWet gloves MacWet gloves fit like a second skin and provide sensitivity and grip in all conditions. They’re available in short or long cuff lengths, six colours (black, white, brown, green, blue and black/white) and 14 sizes. The wrist is closed by a Velcro strap and it’s possible to operate touchscreens! There are summer and winter versions available, the latter are known as ‘Climatic’, having a windproof, water-resistant, fleece-lined backing. MacWet offers a sizing chart and as a bonus they will go in the washing machine and do not distort or lose any of their properties! Prices: Mesh-backed: £27.99; Climatic-backed: £29.99 T: 01902 701 219, www.macwet.com

20. Peacock Hand Warmer The Peacock Hand Warmer works using platinum catalysis, which causes neither air pollution nor occurrence of waste and contributes to environmental protection. The newly developed re-usable platinumcatalysed glass fibre burner offers quick and sure lighting and gives constant warmth for a full day with just one fill of fuel. Useable even in extreme cold (-40C), the Peacock Hand Warmer and produces five times as much heat as a disposable warmer. Price: from £22.95 Available from Peacock Hand Warmers at www.peacockhandwarmers.co.uk

21. MonkeyLoader A shooting gift that will still be used for years to come! Being a 1930’s design using 2015 materials. The ‘Monkey’ allows the wearer to carry 26 or more cartridges over their shoulder, and when the need arises dispense one or two cartridges direct to the hand ready to load the waiting chambers instantly. Compatible with 12g, 16g, 20g and 28g cartridges and sized to fit all, the Monkey is weatherproof, very hardwearing and comfortable. It comes in a smart green box, the mechanism carries a lifetime guarantee and at an affordable price of £90, making it the ideal gift for any shooting enthusiast. Price: £90 Available from www.monkeyloader.com