New Indispensable Tools for 2023

From bow cases to targets and everything in between, these tools are willing and able to do the dirty work all season long!

January 11, 2023 By Mark Demko

A Beast Of A Saw — Wicked Tree Gear Wicked Beast Hand Saw

For 2023, FeraDyne Outdoors is pleased to offer the Wicked Tree Gear line of tree-trimming products, including the Wicked Beast Hand Saw. This fixed hand saw checks in at 2 pounds and features an 11-inch, arborist-style blade for quick, precision cuts. The high-carbon steel blade is designed to resist bending and breaking, while the ergonomic, bright yellow handle is both highly visible and offers a comfortable, sturdy hold. Whether you need to cut branches around your treestand or trim shooting lanes so you don’t miss your shot at that big buck, this is one, tough saw that can handle any job. $39.99 | wickedtreegear.com

Stay In Contact — Garmin inReach Messenger

The Garmin inReach Messenger, which measures 3.1x2.5 inches and weighs only 4 ounces, offers global, two-way texting, location sharing and SOS capabilities in case of an emergency, even without cellular coverage. The device, which operates alone or when paired with the new Garmin Messenger app for smartphones, is designed to work with cellular, Wi-Fi and satellite connections and can be paired with your cell phone to sync with your contacts list and send messages, including group texts. In the event no cellular connection is available, the inReach Messenger switches to the global Iridium satellite network for messaging. The dedicated SOS button on the device also allows you to signal for help at any time by sending a distress message to IERCC, a Garmin-staffed, professional emergency response center. This waterproof, impact-resistant device offers up to 28 days of battery life on the default settings; it also can be paired with any compatible Garmin device. $299.99 | garmin.com

Gets The Job Done — Browning Primal Scalpel Kill Kit

Once you take down your deer or elk, the hard work of prepping the trophy for transport out of the field begins. The new Browning Primal Scalpel Kill Kit is designed to make the job easier by including everything you need to field dress the animal and prepare to pack it back to camp or the truck. Included in the kit are a lightweight knife with replaceable, scalpel-style, stainless-steel blades, as well as four game bags, paracord, zip ties and a storage bag. $99 | browning.com

Keep It Protected — Primos Mossy Oak Bottomland Soft Bow Case

Whether your bow is in the back seat of your truck or on the storage rack of your ATV, the Mossy Oak Bottomland Soft Bow Case has you covered. This storage case, which measures 38x19x3 inches, is built to accommodate almost any bow — with the sight on — and features built-in neoprene string and cam covers and multiple straps for securing the bow, arrows and quiver. Highlights include a full-length exterior pocket for holding arrows or quiver and multiple interior pockets for storing gear and accessories. The case also comes with D-rings for carrying or attaching the case, and it also has backpack straps for hands-free carry. $150.45 | primos.com

A Whole, New Rage! — Schrade Enrage Series With Rage Technology

Rage has long been known for its lethal broadheads, and now the brand is taking its innovative cutting technology to the knife world as it partners with Schrade on the Enrage Series of replaceable-blade knives. Designed with the innovation that goes into Rage Trypan broadheads, each knife features a scalpel-sharp, .024-inch-thick blade made from 420a stainless steel, with a narrow point and up to 20 percent more cutting edge than comparable models. Knives also have a proprietary locking system that keeps the blades in place no matter the torque or pressure placed on the locking mechanism.

Enrage knives come in three ergonomic options, with distinct handle configurations and two different blade lengths in each category (six different knives are available). The Isolate Enrage (pictured) has a full, non-slip handle and comes in 7- and 8-inch models with 2.63- and 3-inch-long blades respectively, while the Phantom Enrage includes the Phantom 6 (2.25-inch-long blade) and Phantom 7 (2.63-inch-long blade) models, with both supported by a single-sided, 2X2 carbon fiber handle with a steel locking frame. At the top of the line is the Stryche Enrage, featuring an ultra-durable, forged carbon fiber handle with steel locking frame. The Stryche 6 has a 2.25-inch-long blade, while the Stryche 7 comes with a 2.63-inch blade. $39.99-$74.99 | feradyne.com/rage-broadheads

Take Aim At Elk — GlenDel Half-Scale Elk Target

Practice for that upcoming dream elk hunt, or get ready for your state’s big-game season, by taking aim at GlenDel’s new Half-Scale Elk Target. Designed to replicate a 300-pound bull, this 3-D target stands 38 inches tall at the shoulders and has a vitals area constructed of durable, self-healing foam designed for solid stopping power and easy arrow removal. The 12x12x12-inch, four-sided core features layers of foam fused to the target’s inner wall to enhance durability and prolong target life while offering three different views of the vitals for practice at several shooting angles. GlenDel enhances the realism by including a 6-point, removable rack and lifelike paint that replicates the tan and brown hues of the wapiti. In the event the vitals wear out, a replacement core is available for purchase. Price Unavailable | feradyne.com/glendel

Invaluable Assistant — OXCART PRO-Grade Stockman

If you own or lease hunting land, you know the work never ends. Enter the new OXCART PRO-Grade Stockman, a heavy duty hauler that can handle loads of up to 1,100 pounds. The Stockman features powder-coated, all-square steel-tube construction and a 15-cubic-foot, rustproof poly tub (17 cubic feet of space with rails) with a hydraulic lift assist that offers 250 pounds of upward force and makes it easy to swivel and dump loads. The trailer, which swivels 110 degrees and has a 62-degree dump angle, also has ATV-grade, off-road tires, provides 13 inches of ground clearance — up to 7 inches more than previous models — and it attaches to any ATV, UTV or mower with a pin-hole hitch. $549.99 | oxcart.com

Protect Your Prized Possession — Elite 360 Bow Case

If you shoot an Elite Archery bow, there’s no better way to transport that bow to the range or the field than with the new Elite 360 Bow Case. Designed to protect your prized possession, this case measures 40 inches long by 16.5 inches wide on the inside and features 360 degrees of padding, two cam protection pockets and two interior straps to secure your bow. It also comes with an interior accessory pocket and stabilizer/arrow tube straps and can be carried over the shoulder or in-hand. $169.99 | elitearchery.com

Super Stopping Power — Morrell Kinetic X Target

Billed by Morrell Archery as the most affordable 500 fps target on the market, the new Yellow Jacket Kinetic X bag target is built to handle high-velocity shots from today’s ultra-fast compounds and crossbows. The second target in the company’s Kinetic line, this target features a unique floating center that allows an archer to shoot at all four sides, greatly extending the life of the target. The Kinetic X is packed with premium stopping fill, weighs 51 pounds and measures 16x16x16 inches, giving it a super-stable base that keeps it upright at all times. The target, which is made for fieldpoints only, has a water-resistant cover and E-Z Tote handles for carrying. $109.99 | morrelltargets.com

Carry It All Together — Hoyt Payload Rolling Duffel

Hoyt wants to make packing for road trips easy, which is why it has created the new Payload Rolling Duffel. The 40-inch high by 16-inch wide by 10-inch-deep bag is designed to not only hold your Hoyt bow, but also additional gear and accessories you might need for the hunt. The duffel comes on wheels for easy transport and is able to handle almost every bow in the Hoyt line, including the RX-7 Ultra, which measures 39 inches from cam to cam. $219.99 | hoyt.com

Keep Your Feet Warm — THAW Rechargeable Heated Insoles

Stay warm and comfortable on the stand longer with the THAW Rechargeable heated insoles. These Bluetooth-enabled footbeds offer four heat settings and can provide up to six hours of warmth on the lowest setting. The insoles feature four-way flexible construction with breathable foam padding. The THAW app allows you to change settings and temperatures, monitor battery life and much more. Available in sizes S-XL. $199.99 | thaw.acgbrands.com

If you’re searching for a bow sling that also helps to protect your big investment, look no further than Redline Bowhunting’s Scabbard. Available in Mossy Oak Bottomland, this heavy duty bow sling comes with a sight cover, padded shoulder strap and cam covers, and it’s made from four-way stretch material for easy on-off. The scabbard accommodates bows 28-31 inches long from axle to axle. $59.99 | redlinebowhunting.com