I need field maintenance tips for hunting trips
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Lightsaber
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I learned my lesson after a muddy hunt. Now I always pack a bore snake for a quick clean, a small bottle of CLP for lube, and a few patches, that's it. Keep it simple and light, because you don't wanna be lugging a whole toolbox out there
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Otis makes flexible shaft cleaning rods and attachment kits. I have two and they work great. My scope adjusts with a twist of the turrets. I don't usually pack anything, but I guess if it was a once-in-a-lifetime hunt I would pack a Wheeler torque screwdriver set with bits to fit my bases and rings.
Take lots of extra ammo so you can check zero when you arrive. If you fall off a horse and land on your scope . . . be thankful you bought a high quality scope to begin with.
Take lots of extra ammo so you can check zero when you arrive. If you fall off a horse and land on your scope . . . be thankful you bought a high quality scope to begin with.
Dreeew
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Thanks for the detailed breakdown @Stumpkiller , the Otis kit and Wheeler torque set sound like exactly what I need and good call on the extra ammo for zero checks too, it is better safe than sorry out there in the field
Mr_Fantastic
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That’s good advice. I’ve packed light before (I take only stuff I know I need) and regretted not having a torque driver handy when a ring came loose. Extra ammo’s a must, too and rechecking zero after travel has saved me more than once
Bleeb
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My annual hunting trip is to CO for elk. Our hunting cabin is at 9200 feet, and it's all up from there. Coming from 156 feet, it get's more difficult every year as I get older.
For field maintenance I carry an Otis cable kit and a small torx wrenches (l-shaped like allen wrenches) which were provided with both my scope and rings. I also carry a Lens Pen and small cloth.
As far as safety, I carry 2-3 liters of water in a backpack bladder, paracord, a Gerber multi-tool, small first aid kit, a loud whistle, emergency blanket, compass, headlamp with extra batteries, nitrile gloves, waterproof matches, flint and lint for firestarting, several aspirin, 10 rounds of ammo in addition to the 3 in the rifle, and an extra pack of smokes.
For field maintenance I carry an Otis cable kit and a small torx wrenches (l-shaped like allen wrenches) which were provided with both my scope and rings. I also carry a Lens Pen and small cloth.
As far as safety, I carry 2-3 liters of water in a backpack bladder, paracord, a Gerber multi-tool, small first aid kit, a loud whistle, emergency blanket, compass, headlamp with extra batteries, nitrile gloves, waterproof matches, flint and lint for firestarting, several aspirin, 10 rounds of ammo in addition to the 3 in the rifle, and an extra pack of smokes.
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Great checklist for mountain hunting! Staying hydrated, having a small repair kit, and extra meds are very essential at high altitudes. A few more tips I have are, start hydrating a couple of days before you head out, bring electrolytes and carry a GPS or satellite messenger for emergencies.
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Thanks. Coming from the east at near sea level, I always fly out a few days ahead of the hunt to acclimate myself and hydrate up. I hunt with family members and friends, and we all have Onyx Hunt on our phones and VHF radios for coordination and emergencies. I bought an Oukitel rugged phone with a huge battery to ensure it doesn't run out for days, but charge it every night. Best phone I've had for $300.
