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Best Gifts For Hunters: A Hook & Barrel Christmas List

Our gifts for hunters include everything from crazy high-end hunting gear to an affordable saw that everyone should throw in their pack.
BY Hook & Barrel Staff Oct 01, 2024 Read Time: 12 minutes
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If You Have Hunters In Your Crew, We've Got Gifts

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Let's be honest, hunting is not a cheap hobby and it requires an ample amount of gear depending on the quarry, time of year, and location. If you've been tasked with shopping for a hunter this holiday season, let our list of gifts for hunters make things a bit easier for you.

From camo to maps to bows to just plain cool gear, check out our list of gifts for hunters for the 2024 holiday season.

Hook & Barrel's Gifts For Hunters

Ruger American Gen II Bolt-Action Rifle

Ruger American Gen II Bolt-Action Rifle

The Ruger American® Rifle Generation II is an update to the American-made rifle that has been the benchmark for accuracy, durability, and performance in bolt-action rifles for over a decade. Designed with customer feedback in mind, the Ruger American Rifle Generation II is available in a variety of calibers and is sure to become the first choice for hunters and firearms enthusiasts.

SPYPOINT FLEX-S Cellular Trail Camera

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SPYPOINT FLEX-S Cellular Trail Camera

The SPYPOINT FLEX-S delivers 36MP photos and 1080p video with sound directly to the SPYPOINT app and features a solar panel with an integrated lithium battery that enables Instant Mode and on-demand requests. The FLEX-S scored #1 in Trailcampro.com's 2024 Cellular Trail Camera Detection Shootout, which compared the speed of detection and trigger on 25 different cellular trail cameras. Plus, with SPYPOINT, you get a FREE 100-photo transmission plan per month for every camera.

InfiRay Outdoor RICO Mk2 LRF Thermal Rifle Sight

InfiRay Outdoor RICO Mk2 LRF thermal rifle sight

The RICO Mk2 LRF from InfiRay Outdoor is a premium thermal rifle sight featuring an integrated laser rangefinder for precise distance measurement. InfiRay’s 12 μm thermal sensor and a high-resolution 2560x2560 AMOLED display deliver a sharp image. With a fast 60 Hz refresh rate, multiple reticle options, and intuitive zoom control, the RICO Mk2 LRF is perfect for predator and hog hunters. The Mk2 LRF is available with a 640x512 sensor and a 50mm lens (Model RH50R).

Silencer Central Buck 30 By BANISH

Looking for that do-it-all 30-caliber suppressor? Look no further than Silencer Central’s BUCK 30 By BANISH. Rated for rimfires on up to rifles chambered in .300 Win Mag, the BUCK 30 By BANISH is ready to quiet things down in the field or on the range. The 6-inch long suppressor sports a tubeless and laser-welded, stainless steel design with eight baffles to reduce decibel levels to below 132 dB. And if you think it’s hard to buy suppressors, think again. Silencer Central makes the process, fast and easy.

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Beretta Waterfowler Medium Blind Bag

Hitting the waterfowl blinds this season? You better go fully equipped. Worth it’s weight in gold is Beretta’s new Waterfowler Medium Blind Bag. It’s perfect for storing all of you bird-busting essentials. The water-resistant blind bag features multifunctional inner and outer pockets, cover flap, comfy shoulder strap and is finished in Realtree Max-7 camo.

Tikka T3x “Drover” Ranch Rifle .308

Ranch rifles have come a long way over the years, and the folks at Tikka have the ultimate solution for discerning ranchers and big-game hunters alike with the T3x Drover bolt-action rifle. Endorsed heavily by Deer Meat For Dinner’s Rob Arrington, the Dover is super handy, lightweight and up for any tasks you throw at it. Always at reach when you are out working or hunting, these rifles are perfect for controlling the population of coyotes, feral pigs or deer roaming on your farm or ranch. This rifle series is only available for our United States customers. The T3x Drover features a lightweight, durable synthetic stock that improves the rifle's accuracy. Other features include open sights with TruGlo optic fibers for fast target acquisition, a 10-round box magazine, an adjustable trigger, Roughtech finish and a cold hammer forged barrel that’s threaded for a muzzle brake or suppressor.

Note: Other great T3x models include the T3x Ranahan available in .223 and 350 Legend and the T3x Roughtech Ranch available in .223 Rem, .308 Win and 350 Legend.

A Getaway With Alabama Black Belt Adventures

alabama black belt adventures

Alabama Black Belt Adventures has the perfect holiday gift for your loved ones who enjoy wild adventures in Alabama’s famed Black Belt region. Trophy White-tailed deer, elusive Eastern wild turkey, exploding Bobwhite coveys, and snarly wild boar will get that heart pumping. Their Southern hospitality is legendary!

Easton Bow Go 4118 Soft Side Bow Case

Easton Bow Go 4118 Soft Side Bow Case

The Easton Bow Go 4118 Soft Side Bow Case is your ideal on-the-go solution for safeguarding your performance hunting bow and gear. Designed to fit modern compound bows up to 41" in length, this case offers an extra-wide 5" depth, providing ample interior storage space—even accommodating bows with mounted quivers.

The case is lined with durable stamped fabric and includes a dedicated pocket for an arrow tote and storage box (not included), along with four additional pockets for essential accessories, making it a comprehensive and protective choice for bowhunters.

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Hoyt Carbon RX-8 Compound Bow

Hoyt Carbon RX-8 Compound Bow

If you want to be your favorite hunter's hero, then consider gifting the Hoyt Carbon RX-8 Compound Bow. This innovative bow offers a silky smooth draw and features the latest in Hoyt's compound bow technology. The RX-8 sports wider limbs, an HBX Xact cam system, and a lightweight carbon riser. The RX-8 Hole also sports Shot 2.0 technology which eliminates noise and vibration to help your hunter have more success in the field.

Origin RTX brrr° Raptor Camo Cooling Hoodie

Origin RTX™ brrr° Raptor Camo Cooling Hoodie

What's better than top-quality hunting camouflage? Top-quality hunting camouflage that's 100% made in the USA, that's what! If your hunter has ever bemoaned the lack of made-in-America goods in stores these days, then Origin camo is sure to put a smile on their face come Christmas morn.

The good people at Origin have designed innovative camo patterns that not only keep hunters out of sight from wary game animals but also incorporate fabric technologies that support freedom of movement and temperature regulation. Their RTX™ brrr° Raptor Camo Cooling Hoodie is a perfect layering piece that provides flexible wear plus Origin's own brrr° Triple Chill Effect. This technology uses temperature-regulating minerals embedded in the core of the fibers to provide an immediate and continuous cooling effect.

What's more, the moisture-wicking properties within the fabric pull moisture away from the body and dry quickly for optimal comfort. The hoodie also sports an antimicrobial treatment to prevent odor-causing bacteria. For added outdoor protection, the hoodie's body fabric has a UPF rating of 50 while the underarm and forearm fabric has a UPF rating of 30.

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Crispi Altitude GTX Boots

Crispi Altitude GTX Boots

The Crispi Altitude GTX Boots are the perfect backcountry hunting partner, engineered for top-notch performance and comfort. These boots feature breathable uppers, EFX dual-density midsoles, and Flex 2.5 board lasts with Vibram Megagrip outsoles, ensuring a smooth and stable journey over any terrain. The GORE-TEX linings guarantee complete dryness and breathability, keeping feet comfortable all day long. Made from ultra-soft Nubuck leather and reinforced with a full PU-coated rands, the Crispi Altitude GTX Boots are designed to endure the toughest adventures.

Gerber Vital Pack Saw

Gerber Vital Pack Saw

This exceptional tool makes bone-sawing for big game animals a breeze. Its blaze orange handle, rubberized for a secure grip, ensures a comfortable hold while cutting. The serrations are thoughtfully configured to enhance efficiency and reduce strain on your body. With an overall length of just 6.75 inches and weighing in at a mere 3 ounces, it's the perfect stocking stuffer!

Montana Knife Co. Blackfoot 2.0 Hunting Knife

Montana Knife Co. Blackfoot 2.0 Hunting Knife
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Master Bladesmith Josh Smith founded Montana Knife Company with a mission: to craft the ultimate all-purpose knife. "The Blackfoot," his flagship creation, embodies this vision. It's compact and lightweight for goat hunting, yet rugged enough for moose field dressing. Its design excels in tasks like gutting, caping, skinning, and deboning, making it Josh Smith's trusted go-to blade.

Federal Ammunition

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We're big fans of everything Federal ammo. If you know what your loved one shoots — or to add an ammunition supply in addition to the gift of a gun — get dialed in at Federal.

A few of our favorite hunting rounds include Power-Shok for whitetail slugs, Terminal Ascent for hunting rifles, Heavyweight TSS for turkey, and Premium HEVI-Bismuth for upland birds and waterfowl.

GOHUNT Insider Membership

gohunt membership

GOHUNT's Insider membership, to us, is one of the greatest tools for planning in hunting—if not the greatest. Touted as "the Zillow for hunting" hunters can filter hunting grounds by state, species, and season and see everything available to them. GOHUNT truly does an incredible job of helping folks map out hunting units, draw odds, and more. It's a great gift for anyone who dreams of hunting in limited draws, out-of-state, or just generally wants to be competitive for tags.

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onX Elite

onx maps

onX is an indispensable tool for any public land hunter. With an onX Hunt Elite Membership, you gain access to comprehensive maps covering all 50 states and Canada, complete with onX Hunt's exclusive Basemaps, property boundaries, landowner details, and a suite of GPS Map Tools (including Waypoints, Tracker, Line Distance, Area Shape, and more). Hunters also get Wind & Weather data, Offline Maps for cell service-free use, sharing options, and a multitude of specialized hunting layers. Put the nation's most precise land ownership information at your favorite hunter's fingertips with onX Hunt Elite.

Custom Gun Sling

Custom Gun Sling

Last (but certainly not least) on our list of gifts for hunters goes to our friends at Ozark Mountain Leather. If you're truly stumped for a gift idea, consider sending your shooter into the field with a custom gun sling that is 100% unique. Whether it features their name, nickname, Bible verse, or their favorite game animal, there's little doubt that they won't love a gun sling that they can treasure for years to come.

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