SHOT Show - New Products for 2014 (Round 1)

As mentioned in a previous post, while in Las Vegas last week at SHOT Show, we had the opportunity to see some amazing new products that will be available in 2014.  Some items I wanted to steal right off the manikin display on the showroom floor, but that was frowned upon, so I am subjected to wait like the rest of you. 

Here is our first list products / companies that stood out to us at SHOT Show this year.  There were honestly many more, and we'll offer another round of shout outs in a follow-up post. 

PROIS
Ladies ~ say, 'Hello' to the new Prois item available later this year ~ the Archtach Down Jacket.  Archtach is Gaelic for Arctic.  I think this beauty will live up to its name since it contains grey goose down, and offers durable weather resistance through down acrylic coating.  This jacket is definitely on my wish list for 2014.  Here's to staying warm on the mountain this year! 

Here are the specs:

• 800 fill grey goose down
• Price = $399.99
• Sizes = XS - XL
• Available patterns = Mountain Mimicry, Realtree AP HD, Black, and Advantage Max-1 HD

Archtach: Gaelic for Arctic

SOG - EXCHANGE KNIFE PACK
We loved this new SOG knife set!  The SOG Exchange pack includes a large fixed blade knife with interchangeable blades - clip point blade with gut hook, double toothed saw, and fillet blade.  This set would be a great addition to a back country gear list!

Here are the specs:

• Length:  9.6" (varied)
• Blade: 4.3" (varied)
• Weight: 6.4 oz
• Steel: 8Cr13MoV
• Handle: GRN & TPR
• Price: $87.00

HAMMOCK SEAT & FAN TOM BLIND by DEAD RINGER
I didn't get a picture of the new 2014 Fantom Blind that goes with this fabulous hammock seat, but trust me there is a great turkey blind that goes with this set up.  Sorry.  I was having too much fun sitting in this chair.  It is truly like sitting in a hammock.  I want to shoot my turkey from this nifty little contraption!

Here are the specs:

• Hammock Seat - compact and light weight but rated up to 350 lbs; sets up in less than 20 seconds; quick and easy height adjustments; covers 360 degrees (this is true - I tested swinging around and trying to take a shot from behind me.)
• Fantom Blind - sets up in less than 10 seconds; 42 inches high and 57 inches wide; durable and light weight construction; adjustable gun rest; compact and easy to carry (includes carry case); available in snow camo

HAWKE - SPORT OPTICS
New scopes and crossbow optic updates will be available in the 2014 Hawke Sport Optics line up.  I have my sights set on one of the new Endurance scopes, which I'm hoping to use to take aim at an antelope later this year!  Watch for this new line up on their website (hawkeoptics.com) -- coming soon!

Here are the specs:

• Endurance Scope Line is back and better than ever!  New features include improved eye relief, new .223/308 marksman reticle design, and upgraded illumination control.
• Sport HD IR adds rimfire SR reticle will take your .22 rifle to 200 yards with unparalleled accuracy.
• XB30 PRO SR for crossbows is now adjustable to 450 fps which is faster than any crossbow on the market.  Improved cosmetics and illumination also is included for 2014.
• Sapphire ED binoculars - open and top hinge models, with top hinge offering a more compact design.  High performance optical system with dielectric coatings provides the brightest image reproduction possible.  Also included -- tan leather hard carry case and padded neck strap! Wow. Simply Wow.