CROOTS BYLAND LEATHER SHOTGUN SLIP

There are some pieces of shooting kit that seem to get better with age, and a well-made leather gun slip is one of them. Handmade in England, the Byland Leather Shotgun Slip from Croots pairs traditional styling with a practical full-length zipper, allowing the slip to open for drying after a wet day afield. It is made from fine leather hides and features vegetable-tanned bridle-leather straps and trim, solid-brass hardware and a padded fleece lining. A hand-sewn blocked muzzle end, flap-and-buckle opening and leather shoulder sling complete the traditional design. Two sizes will accommodate guns with up to 30" or 32" barrels.

Colors: Dark Havana, Oxblood, London Tan

Price: $719

SOUNDGEAR PHANTOM

Good hearing protection should protect you from the sound of the shot without disconnecting you from everything else happening in the field. SoundGear’s Phantom is a custom-molded, hearing-protection device that allows environmental sounds and conversation to come through while providing a 22 dB Noise Reduction Rating against damaging sound. The Phantom also offers up to 30 dB of amplification, four pre-programmed listening settings and Bluetooth connectivity for Apple and Android devices. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 23 hours of use, making the Phantom practical for everything from a morning grouse hunt to a full day at the sporting clays course. Custom ear impressions are required.

Colors: Black faceplate with Black, Clear or Blue/Red shells

Price: $1,599

CRISPI UPLAND PRO

Miles certainly add up in bird hunting, which makes footwear one of the most important pieces of equipment an upland hunter owns. Crispi designed the Upland Pro specifically for hunters who want protection and support without extra weight. The 9" boot uses greased Nubuck leather with a Gore-Tex Performance Comfort lining for waterproof protection. A Crispi x Vibram Megagrip outsole provides traction, while an EVA midsole adds cushioning for long days behind the dogs. The non-insulated boots weigh just 3 pounds per pair in Size 9 and include an integrated gaiter system plus added protection at the toe and heel.

Sizes: Whole and half 8 through 12, 13, 14

Price: $385

FINAL RISE SUMMIT XT

A good strap vest should carry everything you need without reminding you all day that you’re carrying it! Made in the US, the Final Rise Summit XT weighs just 3.2 pounds while using rugged 1000D Cordura throughout. A contoured, weight-bearing waist belt helps distribute the load, and non-padded shoulder straps leave the gun-mounting area unobstructed. The vest includes two magnetic shell pouches, two 32-ounce water bottles and extensive MOLLE webbing for adding or repositioning accessories. The structured game bag is designed for easy loading and cleaning and, in an emergency, the system can even be configured to carry an injured dog out of the field.

Price: $350

RUFFLAND WATER TOPPER

Anyone who travels with bird dogs knows how quickly kennels, water and dog gear can take over the back of a vehicle. RuffLand’s Water Topper makes better use of that space by combining approximately nine gallons of water storage with a large gear compartment in a single unit designed to ride atop a RuffLand kennel. The roto-molded, dual-wall construction is made for the same kind of hard use as the company’s kennels, while the upper compartment provides a convenient place for leads, food, training equipment and other necessities. The Water Topper fits RuffLand Intermediate, Large and X-Large kennels, although it is not compatible with the Intermediate SUV model.

Price: $201.99

NEGRINI 16406LX-UNI UNICASE

Traveling with a favorite shotgun usually means choosing between serious protection and a case you actually want to carry. Negrini’s 16406LX-UNI UNICASE manages both in a compact, Italian-made package weighing about eight pounds. Its rigid double-wall ABS construction surrounds a hand-upholstered interior, while Italian leather trim and handle give the case a decidedly more refined appearance than the typical airline case. The versatile interior accommodates over/unders, side-by-sides, autoloaders and pumps, with room for barrels up to 34" plus extended chokes. Three recessed TSA-accepted combination locks secure the case, and a quick-detach padded shoulder sling makes navigating airports considerably easier.

Price: $669

SPORTING LTD ULTIMATE RANGE BAG

The best range bags have a place for everything—and enough organization to find what you need when you need it. Sporting LTD’s Ultimate Range Bag is built from substantial 18-oz. waxed canvas with solid-brass hardware and YKK brass zippers, giving it the traditional look of sporting luggage with an interior designed specifically for shooters. There’s room for eight boxes of 12-gauge ammunition, along with dedicated storage for choke tubes, shooting glasses, hearing protection, tools, grease and wrenches. A zippered compartment inside the lid keeps range cards, paperwork and other small items organized, while the 600D nylon lining makes cleanup easier after a day at the course. A detachable shoulder strap rounds out a bag that is equally at home at the local club or packed for a shooting trip.

Price: $325