End of Season Gear List

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posted on January 13, 2026
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Savage B22

Savage Arms B Series Timber Tactical

Featuring an OD green laminate stock, a vertical pistol grip and an 18-inch heavy-profile barrel with deep spiral fluting, the new B Series Timber Tactical from Savage Arms is sure to bring a smile to hunters this season. Available in .22 LR, .22 WMR and .17 HMR, this bolt-action rimfire is a precision small-game-getter with the looks and features to own the woods, including a 20 MOA Picatinny rail, a 10-round rotary magazine, a Savage AccuTrigger and a threaded barrel. $599; savagearms.com

Hogue Extrak

Hogue Extrak Fixed Blade Knife

Best known for their firearm grips, like the rubber Tamer grip on your big-bore revolver, Hogue also makes some great knives right here in the USA. One of their latest, the Extrak fixed blade, sports a 3.3-inch clip point stainless steel blade with a stone tumbled finish attached to a hunter orange G10 grip. Measuring 7.3 inches in overall length, this hunting knife ships with an injection molded sheath and a nylon blade guard. $199.95; hogueinc.com

Neebo

NEBO Assist Air 1500XP

As you take to the backroads in search of prime hunting real estate, it pays to make sure you’re packing a roadside emergency preparedness kit along with you. The Assist Air 1500XP from NEBO combines an air pump, jump starter, light and power bank into one compact device. This multifunctional tool can inflate tires, restart a dead car battery, provide illumination in low-light situations and recharge phones, GPS units or other essential electronics. $174.99; nebo.acgbrands.com

Ruger Mark IV

Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite

The Ruger Mark IV semi-auto .22 LR pistol has been a mainstay of handgun hunting and training due to its inherent accuracy, simplicity in function and simple, one-button takedown process for cleaning. The Mark IV 22/45 Lite takes all those great features and adds a lightweight aluminum receiver, a threaded, stainless steel, cold hammer-forged barrel, 1911-style grip panels, an adjustable rear sight and a Picatinny rail for optics. $739; ruger.com

CVA Optima

CVA Optima Muzzleloader

The redesigned CVA Optima takes everything hunters love about the original and adds smart upgrades for an even better experience in the field. Featuring an adjustable comb with two included cheek risers, adjustable length of pull, a 26-inch fluted stainless-steel barrel, a semi-vertical grip and ambidextrous palm swell, an ambidextrous hammer spur and a Picatinny rail for mounting optics. Available in .50 caliber, in a multitude of colors and camo patterns with or without sights and optics. $395-$695; bpioutdoors.com/cva

Bear Valley Tac 8 Multitool

Bear Valley Tac 8 Multitool

Made of strong S7 tool steel and Cerakoted for corrosion resistance, the Tac 8 Multitool from Bear Valley Tactical contains eight essential, get-out-of-trouble-tools in one robust package. Weighing in at 3 pounds, the Tac 8 sports a hammer, axe and pry bar, plus five wrenches that you may need in an emergency situation including a gas valve wrench and hydrant wrench. Its handle is also wrapped in enough paracord to hang elk quarters high. $199.99; bearvalleytactical.com

Kenetrek Elevated Extreme

Kenetrek Elevated Extreme Boot

The new Elevated Extreme boots from Kenetrek are built for the elevated hunter and sport a 7mm full-length midsole that neutralizes platform soreness so you can worry less about your feet in your treestand or tree saddle and place your focus on the action down below. Featuring 10-inch all-leather uppers, a reinforced rubber toe, 1,000-gram Thinsulate and Grapon outsoles, these waterproof boots provide comfort and traction on and off the ground. $455; kenetrek.com

Dickinson 12 Gauge Cleaning Kit

Dickinson 12-Gauge Cleaning Kit

Keep your shotgun in peak condition with the Dickinson Arms 12 Gauge Shotgun Cleaning Kit. This comprehensive and compact kit includes all the tools needed for a thorough cleaning after a good day in the duck blind—multiple bore brushes, patches, a cleaning rod, cotton mop, and more all designed specifically for 12-gauge shotguns. All you need to do is remember to bring your favorite cleaning solvent and gun oil. $12.99; shopdickinsonarms.com

Nomad Cottonwood Mitts

Nomad Cottonwood VX3 Flip Mitts

Nomad’s Cottonwood collection is the company’s warmest outerwear and your answer to outlasting the cold this winter season. The VX3 Flipp Mitts—an integral part of the Cottonwood system—ensure your hands stay warm and fingers stay functional when that buck finally comes into range. These Berber fleece mitts feature a grippy palm, an elastic cuff and a muff flap that folds back with a magnet to keep it in place, allowing full use of your fingers. $55; nomadoutdoor.com

Remington Reserve Open Season

Remington Reserve “Open Season” Bourbon Whisky

Remington Ammunition partnered with family-owned Log Still Distillery, located in the heart of bourbon-country Kentucky, to produce Remington Reserve “Open Season,” a premium blend of 86-proof Kentucky and Tennessee bourbons. Notes of sweet almond, toasted grain, crisp apple and a touch of brown sugar hit your nose before delivering flavors of oak, warm spice, berries and honey to your palate. $39.99; logstilldistillery.com

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Late Season Decoy Mix

In the final days of duck season, don’t be afraid to change the look of your decoy spreads. Be it a simple alteration or a bold move, a different presentation can be all it takes to provide a strong finish to the season.

New for 2026: Stealth Cam 3.0 Tail Cameras

Stealth Cam has announced its 3.0 trail camera line, with some major tech-forward improvements over its previous generations. Designed for hunters and wildlife managers, these cameras introduce a suite of technologies designed to push surveillance capabilities to the next level, all accessible through the Command app.

Kifaru Launches New Hunting Apparel System

“This system is a purpose-driven solution for the tough environments and unpredictable scenarios outdoor enthusiasts’ encounter. Every piece was designed to help hunters meet those challenges head on.”

Hardware Review: Sierra MatchKing X

Sierra MatchKing bullets have been setting the accuracy standard for handloaders since the Truman administration. Now, they have redesigned their classic MatchKing bullet for hunting, with a softer lead core, tapered jacket and a skived nose to help it expand. They call the bullet the MatchKing X (MKX).

New for 2026: Lapua TRX Tipped

Lapua has expanded its True-Range Expanding (TRX) family of products to include several new ammunition offerings.

Bolt-Action Build: Model 2020 Muley

With the right tools and a bit of know-how, anyone can build a quality backcountry rifle in their own shop, and for a far sight less than a comparable rifle from a custom gun-builder. Follow along for exactly how to build a backcountry-capable rifle all your own, with your only trip to an FFL being the one necessary to get your receiver.

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