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Hey Rowes, I have this setup too and recently gave it a good run on a week away trip.I use a wolf eyes M2 mount though,quick and easy to remove,although a bit bulky looking,same torch and batter1es. Does it work? You bet! I had it on my 17HMR for the first and last night and accounted for 6foxes,2 cats and 6 bunnies in a hours walking between the two nights.I have had a few setups,but this one has been the best for what I am doing.And at the right price too I recon.They do need a piece of poly pipe to sleeve the 18650 battery for a neat fit into the tube,an easy thing to do.It insures good contact with the springs and stops the battery rattling.Another Fenring recommendation that is the goods.Merry Christmas!! I love Santa! Smithy PS I would go with the 4 battery /home /car charger if I was doing it from scratch.

I also have a pair of Steiners preditor pros I purchased year before last.They are excellent,although a little high powered for close in bunny spotting.Never the less,a great improvement on my previous pair,crystal clear and great in low light.You will be pleased with them. Good hunting. Smithy

I have bought a few pairs of boots from Cabelas.Their sizing ,if you read the conversion, I have found spot on.My Meindl boots are tops,although a little hot in summer,perfect in winter.THEY ARE NOT INSULATED.I wore them in the snow last winter,without an issue.They have as well a insole that is like a perforated mesh stuff that keeps your foot relatively dry in summer.Again,wandering around the bush in summer they are fine.Also a pair of Justin steel cap cowboy style boots from Sheplers.Again,perfect fit. Hope this helps. SMITHY

Hi Jack,I have one and find it ok.Make sure you detatch it when you finish your run for the night,in winter (with frosty mornings)the ambient temp will cause it to detatch during the night,fall and damage your vehicle, possibly.Other than that I have found it good.I bought it for my second vehicle(new Hilux)when I cannot use my hunting swb toyota.Handle length will depend on your rig and comfort spot out the window I guess.For what they are worth I recon they are a good investment.I found that I needed to adapt it too suit the lightforce swivel arrangement, as I use the lighter one("T")The big one is a straight bolt in job.No real drama though if your a bit handy.Hope this makes some sense.Oh yeah,give the cups a bit of a lick,and make sure your roof is clean. Cheers,SMITHY

Hi Jonathan,Mate do a search, there are some good threads on here about boots.Miendles, danners etc. Cheers Smithy

They seem pretty good too! I bought the same from TOZ a few months ago,happy as with them.I think they were about $280.00 US then.Was when the dollar was 90 plus cents. Cheers, SMITHY

sorry Len,didn't mean to raise my voice. Cheers, Smithy

LOOKS LIKE THE GO IS IF YOU WANT TO KEEP THE SUEDE FINISH,USE NIKWAX,IF YOU DON'T CARE ABOUT THE SUEDE,GUESS IT DON'T MATTER WHAT YOU USE. I TOO USE DUBBIN ON ALL MY OTHER LEATHER ITEMS,I JUST WANTED TO KEEP THE SUEDE LOOK ON MY MEINDL BOOTS. SORRY IF I ALARMED ANYBODY. CHEERS SMITHY

DONT USE DUBBIN ON NUBUCK LEATHER!!!! YOU MUST HAVE READ IT WRONG!!!THE STUFF TO USE IS NIKWAX NUBUCK AND SUEDE PROOF.YOU CAN GET IT FROM RAYS OR ANY OF THOSE TYPE OF STORES THAT SELL HIKING BOOTS. HOPE IT'S NOT TOO LATE

Are they full grain leather or NUBUCK.There is different treatment for each and the wrong one will ruin them!! Cheers SMITHY

Bag me out,.......like i said,just my opinion.Glad you could set things straight. SMITHY

Bush pig,i am definitely no expert but 30mm is not going to give you enough light transfer i think for hunting optics,in late arvo and early morning. My thoughts only,talk to John at TOZ and explain to him what the specific purpose of them is.I am sure he will help. SMITHY

Hey Gryphon,a quick check gives$169.99 USD.Looks like a handy gadget for those who get lost on a regular basis.! Cheers , SMITHY

Hey Gryph,great info but can you elaberate a bit,models etc,ya got me wonderin now!!Most boots tear my heals to bits,i have a narrow foot with INDIGIONOUS ankles and my feet have copped a floggin from years of basketball,sqash and concrete floors in my trade(BOILIE)Thanks dude! SMITHY

Thanks Balty,i found a site that supplies Tiapans to fireries at a reasonable cost.If ya have to pay the prices listed by your link,may as well go sharpa or danner i think.Thanks for the info. CHEERS SMITHY

Hi all, a much discussed topic this. I too have not been able to find a boot that i am "over the moon" about.As far as work boots go anyhow.Remember that you spend more time in these than any other footware by far if you are a tradie.Personally i am in mine 12-14 hour a day at least 5 days a week.A hunting boot is generally gonna get a harder life i think so it needs to be comfy.I've tried a few but nothing so far thats any good for a long days walk. Sounds like Tiapans might be worth a go,but 2 hours with the google buttons has got me nowhere as far as a retail outlet in west Sydney.CAN ANYBOBY HELP PLEASE? CHEERS .........SORE FEET SMITHY

Thats the software on sd card that you need to get your detailed maps.Like i mentioned before ,make sure you get the latest version. Cheers SMITHY

Go to the MAGELLAN web site and they will give you the links to the supplier in oz.I think it is THALES in WA. Check how old the maps are as the last lot i got leave something to be desired for the road maps in and around SYDNEY.Over all the gps i have is great,it is a 500 also.Let me know how you get on. CHEERS SMITHY

Thanks for the input guys.I settled on a pair of Mako Hunters in the blue lense.Seem to be pretty good in full sun on the water,and comfy on the eyes and ears whilst driving,bloody expensive though!Still......I have found over time that i look after the expensive ones a lot better than the cheapies,so i guess it pays in the long run. Cheers SMITHY

G'day ALL, would like your thoughts on the optimum pair of sunnies,seems that glass lenses are becomeing harder to find.Looking for something that is the ducks nuts for fishing and hunting.Last pair were Spotters,aussie made i think and great for blue water.I have a pair of Mako's for low light( BROWN LENSES) sight fishing.Any ideas would be great! CHEERS SMITHY

GOOD POINT KBOOT,YA SEE THERE IS AN UPSIDE TO EVERYTHING(WELL ALMOST)YOU ARE RIGHT,IF ITS A GOOD JOB IN THE FIRST PLACE. CHEERS SMITHY

A slight difference of opinion Drew!.Guess it also depends how long you intend to hang onto the vehicle you own. Cheers SMITHY

Hey JIMBOB,If your rig is a 92 model it aint gonna make any difference to it's resale value if you got a hole in the roof! It is definately more comfortable in winter as apposed to hanging your arm out the window with a roof rack or similar mount(WHICH I HAVE ON MY 3yr old rig)Also your field of vision increaces too i recon.If there are two of you you can share the duties as well.Go for it.Make it neat and waterproof. Cheers Smithy

Glad thats cleared up,for a minute i thought the wind blew the lightbeam away,you know like when daylight saving fades the cutains,and dairy cows have brain issues with the time differance! CHEERS SMITHY

My two bobs worth.Looking at watts.The more watts,the larger the coverage you will get.ie, better distance between units.I would also look to get ones with standard batteries,whether rechargable or alkeline so you can carry a spare set in your kit.Also you may want to use a headset,or a earpiece to cut down noise if your sculking around.Stick to 40 channel uhf as they are like bumholes,everybody's got one. SMITHY