New Dove Hunting Gear
Dove hunting may not be as equipment-heavy as the pursuit of other birds, like waterfowl or turkeys. But it does come with new gear options designed to make us better dove hunters and help us enjoy our time in the field. Here are some of the latest products in new dove hunting gear.
BPT Performance Target | Browning
As part of their return to the ammunition arena, Browning created an excellent dual-purpose sporting shotshell: the Browning Performance Target (BPT). Available in both 12- and 20-gauge, the new BPT offers 1- to 1 1/8-ounce loads of No. 7 1/2 or 8 shot — perfect for dove hunting or sporting clays. MSRP: $8. Browningammo.com
Steel Sporting Clays | Winchester
Made for competitive shooters, Winchester’s AA Super Sport Steel is a great non-toxic option for dove hunting. These 12-gauge loads offer No. 7 1/2 or 8 shot at 1,450 fps. Also notable: Winchester’s TrAAcker target loads help you track missed shots. MSRP: $8–$10. Winchester.com
Bismuth | Kent
Kent Cartridge introduces new bismuth shotshells in 12-, 16-, 20-, and 28-gauge options with No. 4, 5, or 6 non-toxic shot. These shells are ideal for hunters needing alternatives to lead. MSRP: $18–$25 per 10 rounds. Kentgamebore.com
Feather Slayer Blind | Soar No More
The Feather Slayer Blind provides fast setup and camouflage with native cover. Featuring a comfortable chair and backpack straps, this is a must-have item in your new dove hunting gear list. MSRP: $140. Soarnomore.com
Model 1812 Hunting Stool | Plano
This stool/field box combo from Plano offers comfort, storage, and portability for dove hunters. It features Mossy Oak camo, a padded cushion, and weighs only 6 pounds. MSRP: $60. Planomolding.com
Dog Water Bowl | Browning
This Cordura nylon combo food and water bowl opens like a DVD case and is perfect for dogs in the field. MSRP: $20. Browning.com
Reactor Multi-Tool | SOG Knives
The Reactor Multi-Tool includes 10 essential tools and weighs only 4 ounces. Great for field tasks, it’s a compact addition to your new dove hunting gear. MSRP: $64. SOGknives.com
A5 Sweet Sixteen | Browning
The reintroduced Sweet Sixteen is a lightweight 16-gauge Auto-5 with 26- or 28-inch barrels. A classic shotgun reborn for modern dove hunters. MSRP: $1,700. Browning.com
Pro-Series Sporting | Mossberg
Co-developed with shooting instructor Gil Ash, the Mossberg 930 Pro-Series includes an ergonomic stock and advanced recoil system. MSRP: $1,029. Mossberg.com
Pointer 1000 Field | Legacy Sports
The Pointer Field shotgun line includes Turkish walnut stocks, high-rib barrels, and multiple gauges. MSRP: $664. Legacysports.com
Voodoo Dove Decoy | MOJO Outdoors
This updated dove spinner has a larger body and magnetic wings. Includes a 36-inch pole and runs up to 16 hours. MSRP: $45. Mojooutdoors.com
Dove Decoys | Flambeau Outdoors
These hard-body decoys clip to branches or fences and come in packs of 12, weighing less than a pound total. MSRP: $35. Flambeauoutdoors.com
Looking to improve your accuracy? Don’t miss our guide: Dove Hunting Tips.
Source: by M.D. Johnson via Game and Fish Magazine