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It\u2019s the Holiday Season. Whether you\u2019re looking to spoil yourself or someone else, this 15-item gear list is an excellent place to kickstart your search\u2026<\/p>\n

Top of the List Is the Eberlestock Recon Pack<\/h2>\n
A top-end bino pack that\u2019s perfect for any hunt anywhere. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

An award-winning bino harness that\u2019s fully customizable, the Recon Modular Bino Pack is an excellent choice for your next hunting foray. The chest rig works well for the minimalist and the hunter wanting to bring the kitchen sink. You set the Recon up to suit your needs. Add-on accessories include the Recon Rangefinder\u00a0Pouch, Utility Pouch, Handwarmer, etc. A pair of bino tethers keep your pricy glass attached. Low-profile MOLLE compatible wings and a rear panel make\u00a0accessory\u00a0attachment a breeze. $129<\/p>\n

HIVIZ LiteWave H3 Replacement Sight<\/h2>\n
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Ensuring rapid target acquisition no matter the lighting condition, this shotgun sight is a must-have.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This five-star rated sight combines tritium with HIVIZ LightPipe technology for 24-hour illumination, making it the perfect stocking stuffer or an excellent gift to spoil yourself with. Whether you want to replace that old brass bead on your favorite waterfowl slayer or ensure your home defense scatter gun provides right-now target acquisition, this sight fits all 12- and 20-gauge plain barrel shotguns with a removable, threaded front bead. With your purchase, you get five screws in varying thread sizes to ensure a perfect fit. $59.40<\/p>\n

HuntStand Pro Whitetail \u2013 A Wish List Necessity<\/h2>\n
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Know when big whitetails are most apt to be up on their feet with HuntStand Pro Whitetail.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Take\u00a0your digital scouting to the next level with HuntStand Pro Whitetail. For less than $70 a year, you get all the must-have HuntStand features. Property boundaries, monthly satellite imagery, public hunting land maps, 3D mapping, etc. However, if North America\u2019s most-coveted game animal is on your 2025 must-hunt list, you also get the most accurate, science-based 15-day whitetail activity forecast tool on the market. In addition, Pro Whitetail users get an Annual Rut Map and Whitetail Habitat Map. They can make the right moves and get a monster on the ground. $69.99 per year<\/p>\n

Muddy Outdoors Nucleus Heated Gear\u00a0<\/h2>\n
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Push button High, Medium, and Low heat settings let you customize next-to-skin warmth.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Add to your list an innovative heated clothing lineup from Muddy. Nucleus Heated Gear provides three warmth settings for various heating elements. It provides next-to-skin warmth every outdoors person will appreciate. These battery-operated garments are well-built, the batteries are long-lasting, and Muddy offers everything from tops to bottoms to socks to gloves. $99.99-$149.99<\/p>\n

Put the Hoyt RX-9 Ultra On Your Wish List<\/h2>\n
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Hoyt\u2019s best carbon compound to date, this 33-1\/2-inch axle-to-axle rig draws smooth and holds rock solid on target.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If someone has been extra good this year, give them Hoyt\u2019s best carbon bow model to date. The price tag may take your breath away, but this 33-1\/2-inch axle-to-axle compound is worth every penny. The HBX GEN 4 cam allows draw-length adjustment in 1\/4-inch increments. It has three\u00a0let-off\u00a0(75, 80, and 85 percent) settings, and lets the shooter customize the back wall feel to Hard or Xtra Hard. The cam\u2019s ability to reduce torque and improve the bow\u2019s natural point of aim is uncanny. The Carbon Ultra is 1\/2-inch shorter than last year\u2019s RX-8, and the limbs are shorter, but the bow is faster (340 FPS ATA) and more accurate than ever. $2,149<\/p>\n

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Vortex Razor UHX 8\u00d732<\/h2>\n
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Light, compact and durable, the Razor UHD 8x32s will help you win the whitetail game.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Vortex knows that when you\u2019re high up a tree or in a tight ground blind waiting on Mr. Big, you want a small, light, yet high-power set of binoculars. The latest addition to Vortex\u2019s top-tier Razor line, the UHD 8x32s, weighs 21.9 ounces and stands 5.7 inches tall. The UHD Optical System promises edge-to-edge brightness and undeniable detail when\u00a0you need it most. Vortex includes a green GlassPak Pro Binocular Harness with every Razor UHD purchase. $2,149.99<\/p>\n

SEVR Ti 1.5 4-Blade Hybrid Broadhead<\/h2>\n
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Accurate and ultra-deadly, SEVR\u2019s new Ti 1.5 4-Blade Hybrid is a worthy quiver filler.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This Holiday Season, give the gift of sharpness, undeniable penetration, and field-point-like accuracy. Enter SEVR\u2019s Ti 1.5 4-Blade Hybrid. The original 1.5 Ti on steroids, SEVR added a single .7-inch bleeder blade to increase the cutting diameter by 46 percent. Plus, you still get Practice Lock, which allows bowhunters to practice with the same broadhead they plan to put in their quiver.\u00a0Lock-and-pivot\u00a0blades open on impact. They pivot around hard-bone obstacles to ensure a straight and true arrow trajectory through various shot angles. $19.99 per head<\/p>\n

Easton 5MM FMJ MAX 6-Pack Fletched<\/h2>\n
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The next evolution in Easton\u2019s FMJ line, the FMJ MAX features newly designed 5mm Microlite Nocks. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Easton is forever rooted in arrow lore, and it adds to its no-nonsense FMJ series for 2025. The 5MM FMJ MAX gives bowhunters a lethal combination of power, speed, penetration, and spot-on accuracy. The FMJ MAX is constructed with a seamless Easton Acu-Carbon core fused with an aluminum jacket. It has 5mm Microlite Nocks with shorter ears and an improved throat design. Easton says\u00a0that the\u00a0newly designed nocks will increase downrange forgiveness while making tuning easier. The hard-anodized OD Green matte diamond plate finish is stunning, and the arrows are available in five spine sizes and pre-fletched with 2-inch Blazer vanes (Standard) or 3-inch AAE Hybrid Stealth vanes (Match Grade). $113.99-$139.99<\/p>\n

Bushnell R3 and R5 Rangefinders<\/h2>\n
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The R5 Rangefinder allows for precise elevation and windage adjustments to 800 yards.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As product development goes, new-for-the-year products\u00a0heavily\u00a0emphasize appealing to the whitetail masses. Bushnell gives whitetail-goers stellar rangefinder options\u2014the R3 and R5. The R3\u2019s onboard engine works on reflective objects to 1,200 yards, while the R5 pings objects to 2,000 yards. The R5 allows for precise elevation and windage adjustments to 800 yards to ensure maximum shooting precision. A great option for your Christmas wish list. $199.99-$249.99<\/p>\n

ALPS Ember<\/h2>\n
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Keep your hands and fingers warm without gloves with the Ember Hand Warmer from ALPS.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

An under $60 gift that every hunter needs is ALPS\u2019s Ember Hand Warmer. This muff-style around-the-waist hand warmer with a top-mounted magnetic flip-up pocket is perfect for need-right-now gear. The layered fabric with DeadQuiet fleece exterior keeps you stealthy and warm. Gloves might not be your thing. This waterproof inner-liner hand warmer with a hidden-cuff design and premium fleece interior provides maximum warmth. $59.99<\/p>\n

Savage 110 KLYM<\/h2>\n
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Designed to dominate the backcountry, the 110 KLYM features a carbon fiber stock and Proof Research carbon fiber-wrapped stainless steel barrel. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If backcountry hunts in extreme terrain are in your future, give Savage\u2019s 110 KLYM a\u00a0serious\u00a0look. The Proof Research carbon fiber-wrapped stainless steel barrel and FBT\u00a0carbon fiber stock\u00a0combine to create a tack-driving rifle that\u2019s a breeze to tote. The Diamond Fluted Bolt with Blackout Cerakote finish and threaded bolt handle with Carbon Fiber Bolt Knob ensure easy chambering and rapid cycling. Available in six ballistically superior calibers,\u00a0this less-than-6-pound rifle was built\u00a0on the legendary factory blueprinted Savage 110 action. $2,699<\/p>\n

Leupold VX-6 HD Makes The List<\/h2>\n
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One of the best scopes on the market, Leupold\u2019s VX-6HD ensures dial-to-the-yard accuracy. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A kingpin rifle topper, Leupold\u2019s VX-6HD comes in five models. It meets the demands of any hunt. The CDS-ZL2 Elevation Dial is a simple but effective twist-and-turn ballistic dial that provides two revolutions of elevation adjustment. ZeroLock means the dial will never inadvertently move, and all shooters have to do is get Leupold some ballistic data, and Leupold will create a laser-marked bullet-drop dial to match their ballistics. Other must-mention features include the Electronic Retile Level, Professional-Grade Optical System, and Lifetime Warranty. $1,599.99-$2,399.99<\/p>\n

Safariland INCOG X IWB Holster<\/h2>\n
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If you\u2019re on the hunt for a comfortable, durable, and customizable EDC holster, your search stops here. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A new EDC holster from the innovative minds at Safariland and Haley Strategic Partners. The INCOG X IWB allows for concealed carry for a wide range of handgun fits. The INCOG X IWB is ultra-ergonomic and multi-positional to achieve a just-right concealed carry fit.\u00a0A series of outward-opening clips that slide down the holster lock\u00a0in place\u00a0over the belt\u00a0and an\u00a0improved clip strut design means\u00a0concealment shims can be easily installed.\u00a0The holster ensures micro and full-size red-dot compatibility, and the microfiber suede-wrapped Boltaron body is comfortable and tough as nails. $92.50-$122.50<\/p>\n

Add the Browning Citori 825 Field To Your List<\/h2>\n
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There\u2019s a new over\/under kingpin, and its name is the Citori 825 Field.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

New for 2025, Browning\u2019s Citori 825 will replace the tried-and-true Citori 725 lineup of over\/under shotguns. The 825 Field is currently available in 12-gauge only. It sports a classic over\/under look via the Silver Nitirde receiver with game-scene engraving and Black Walnut stock. The big story with the 825 is the low-profile receive with sharp, modern contours that ensure instinctive shooting and allow the shooter to swing smoothly through fast-crossing clays and hard-flushing upland birds. The Fire Lite 2 Mechanical Trigger\u2019s delay mechanism was built with a higher pivot point, ensuring a crisp, more reliable reset between trigger pulls. Another new feature is the safety\/selector\u2019s pyramid shape, which creates more surface area and gives the shooter easier-to-approach angles to engage the safety.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Outdoor Edge Razor Pro Knife<\/h2>\n
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Everything you need in a knife and nothing you don\u2019t, that\u2019s the Razor Pro from Outdoor Edge.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

READ MORE: A Hunter\u2019s Holiday Wishlist ($20-$1000)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Every hunter needs a knife; few are better and more economical than the Razor Pro from Outdoor Edge. With a replaceable-blade surgical sharp blade on one side and a gutting blade on the other, you can handle any game animal on the planet. Push-button removable blades are easy to change, and the gutting and razor blades open\u00a0independently\u00a0so you can safely use the right tool. The rubberized handle ensures a solid grip even when the hands are bloody. The Velcro-top carrying case keeps the knife and blades organized. $59.99<\/p>\n

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A hardcore western bowhunter, Jace writes for multiple media platforms. He is the former editor-in-chief of Bowhunting World magazine and archery business. Also a gear expert, Jace tinkers with and tests all the latest and greatest the archery industry offers.<\/p>\n

Beyond the archery world, Jace is keenly interested in firearms and pens numerous rifle and shotgun reviews each year and how-to\/tip-and-tactic articles.<\/p>\n

Experience:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

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-Former editor-in-chief of Bowhunting World magazine<\/p>\n

-Over 250 articles published yearly.<\/p>\n

-Accomplished full-time freelance outdoor writer.<\/p>\n

-Certified bow technician.<\/p>\n

-Competitive archer and rifle (PRS) shooter<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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