November 06, 2023
By RifleShooter Staff
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The holidays will be here before you know it. What to get the rifle shooter on your gift list? Fret not. We’ve made it easy for you. From lightweight slings to shooting glasses, we’ve taken the guesswork out of gift-giving for your rifleman or riflewoman.
The Bull rifle rest will handle full-length rifles, and the frame can be adjusted between 18.3 and 26 inches for proper support on any bench. It has a wide stance for stability and rubber feet at the corners to keep if from slipping. The front and rear yokes have non-marring pads. A screw-style yoke tower makes for easy height adjustment, and it can be locked in place.
$43, MTMcase-gard.com
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What’s the point of having a super-light rifle if you’re going to weigh it down with a massive sling? The new Featherlight Minimalist weighs only three ounces—counting the steel swivels—and is only 0.04 inch thick. But even though it’s minimal, it’s strong, with a tensile strength of more than 3,000 pounds per square inch. Further, it can handle temps from -22 to 248 degrees. Available in black, black and tan, black and orange, and gray with Prym1 camo.
$25, ButlerCreek.com
3. Freedom Isn’t Free Hoodie (Photo courtesy of Folds of Honor) 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.
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Price: $65.00
Spruce up your reloading area, gun room or workshop with this sharp-looking sign. It’s made of .024-inch aluminum and measures 12 by 18 inches
$25, hornady.com
5. Leupold Bridger These shooting glasses feature lenses with a polarization film fused between two lens layers for glare elimination that won’t wear out or scratch. They are ANSI Z87.1+ rated, with shatter-proof lenses and non-metal frames that can withstand ballistic impacts, plus a layout shaped to protect against front impacts. They provide 99 percent UV protection and boast Diamondcoat and hydrophobic coatings to prevent scratches and to slough off moisture. Available in black/bronze mirror (shown), matte tortoise/bronze mirror, matte black/shadow gray flash and dark gray/blue mirror.
$110, leupold.com
6. Streamlight SpeedLocker Get fast, direct access to your safely secured items at home or on the go with the SpeedLocker . Features rugged construction with a convenient carry handle. A patented mechanical keypad provides quick, one-handed access with no batteries required.
$165, streamlight.com
The workstation features a quick-adjust clamp with one-hand tightening so you can position your rifle just the way you want it. And if you’re mounting optics, it has an integrated leveling knob to enable precise reticle leveling. The adjustable yoke boasts 18.3 inches of travel to accommodate even the longest rifles. It incorporates compartments for storing chemicals, brushes, jags and cleaning rods, and magnetized trays keep small steel parts in place. The workstation also has a quick-connect accessory system that works with the Real Avid work light, magnifying glass and cellphone holder (sold separately).
$200, RealAvid.com
This new series of liner-lock knives features interchangeable blades to tackle any task. Included are a drop point, clip point and saw blade, and they can be swapped out with the push of a button. The OD green overmolded textured grips provide a secure grip. Comes with a pocket clip. Additional blade sets are available from Remington for $15.
$55, remington.com
9. XS Sights AR Armorer’s Block Made of 6061 T6 aluminum, this armorer’s block is designed to hold almost every AR-pattern upper and lower receiver out there—AR-15/M4, AR-10, SR-25 and DPMS GII. It comes with pins to lock in the receiver and a fitment screw for the AR-15 lower. XS also offers a 3D-printed adapter plate for bracing the magazine well of AR-10 lowers, but the company will provide for free the prints for those who want to do their own 3D-printed brace.
$83, XSsights.com
10. and 11. Badlands Bino Mag 2 and Everything Pouch The Bino Mag 2 from Badlands has a magnetic closure for easy opening and secure closing, and if you fold the lid all the way down, a magnet keeps it open for repeated access. The adjustable harness is breathable, and the elastic tethers feature quick-clip metal carabiners for secure attachment. Add Everything Pouch to the MOLLE slots on the Bino Mag 2 to secure your phone or similar-sized accessory. The Bino Mag 2 is available in three sizes and four colors, and the Everything Pouch is available in two colors.
Bino Mag 2, $150; Everything Pouch, $25; BadlandsGear.com
Boasting a 5mW laser with a reach of 55 yards, the laser can be mounted on a rifle’s Weaver rail or on the tube of a one-inch riflescope (max objective 56mm). Both mounts are supplied, as is a remote switch that can be affixed to a fore-end.
$49, us.hawkeoptics.com
13. VentureGear Overwatch Featuring soft temples for comfort and anti-fog polycarbonate lenses, the Overwatch glasses are rated for MIL-PRF-32432 high-velocity impact. A stable-fit nosepiece keeps the glasses in place. A microfiber bag for storing and cleaning the glasses is included.
$29, pyramex.com/collections/venture-gear-tactical/
Always a great resource, it contains data on Hodgdon, Winchester, Accurate, IMR and Ramshot powders for rifle cartridges from .17 Hornet up to .50 BMG. New to this year’s manual are the .22 GT and 7mm PRC. One of the great things about this publication—in addition to the how-to articles on topics like loading the 7mm PRC and .338 Wby. RPM and handling military brass—is presents recipes for a variety of bullets for each cartridge, not just one make.
$15, hodgdon.com
15. Match Pro ED 15X56 Binoculars (Photo courtesy of Bushnell) The Match Pro ED 15x56 is the purpose-built tool every precision shooter needs – A high-magnification binocular with a reticle.
bushnell.com
Price: $699.99
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