I previously owned an Ascend H12 with a kayak layout blind. Sold it due to weight and just not hunting from the kayak itself much.
Picked up a cheap OD green SOT before covid ran prices up.
Had a buddy give me a Beavertail Phantom a month ago. Also heavy, and sucks to paddle, but man is it...
Friend and I had finally had a decent morning.
Birds were not call shy, but would circle several times before thinking about committing.
Cloud cover made it hard to hide and they'd pick us apart most of the time, but we still had enough come close to have a good time.
2 bonus coots as well
SOLD
A nice older gentleman from Louisville came and picked him up today.
He will be going to a home well versed with GSP's and on birds way more than I could afford to put him on.
He will have a fenced in acre and an Australian shepherd pup to play with as well
Ever re-apply DWR or similar coatings at home?
I have previously used Atsko on a jacket and set of gloves with some success. Meaning it worked very well for 6 months, then tapered off in effectiveness.
Any other products that you have used with better results?
Love my beretta 12ga, would not hesitate to buy any of the A series in 20.
My current 20ga is a Weatherby Element Upland.
It isn't a fancy gun, but still looks okay and shoulders spectacularly for me.
My LOP is above average, used an included shim and am good to go
Been focusing on big water more this year, which is a challenge when you do not own a motorized boat.
Once again not much flying.
manage one bird jump shot on the way out
Seven month old GSP male "Maverick"
E-collar conditioned, introduced to gun fire and birds. Holds point well and will range close or far depending on how he instructed.
Originally wanted to train him as a versatile gundog, but have realized a lab suits my needs much better.
He does well for an...