By The Editors
Upland seasons are right around the corner, and hunters everywhere are ready for a fresh start. Whether they’re planning to kick things off in the dove fields or by stretching their legs on the grasslands, they’re going to celebrate fresh air and new beginnings like never before. Of course, there’s no better way to launch the season than by breaking in some gear. The following items should serve well from the mountains to the prairies.
WESTLEY RICHARDS DEELEY SHOTGUN SLIP
Fine guns deserve to be carried in fine gun slips, and Westley Richards’ leather workshops produce some of the best. The range of Deeley Shotgun Slips—named for John Deeley, Managing Director of Westley’s from 1872 until 1899—is handcrafted from organic, vegetable-tanned leather and durable-yet-lightweight canvas. Each features an ultra-soft fleece lining, a heavy-duty zipper, brass fittings, an adjustable shoulder strap and a hanging loop. Initialing is available for a fee. Standard length: 50”. Colors: Dark Tan (pictured), Mid Tan, Sand & Mid Tan, Sand & Dark Tan. Price: starting at $745. Westley Richards


BALL AND BUCK FIELD GRADE ACTIVE + SHIRT
Even on the warmest days, the Ball and Buck Field Grade Active + Shirt will keep you cool and comfortable. Made from a durable, breathable 4-way-stretch technical fabric, the shirt is reinforced at wear points like the shoulders and elbows. It features recoil-pad pockets in both shoulders; a fully vented back; and Ball and Buck’s mesh-knit Tech Vent system, which allows for freedom of movement and added moisture control. The shirt is machine washable. Sizes: S through XXL. Colors: Olive with Original Camo and Tan with Blaze Orange. Price: $168. Ball and Buck
L.L. BEAN MAINE WARDEN GORE-TEX PANTS



GRIZZLY COOLERS G60
Hunters heading afield for a long weekend can keep perishable food and drinks cool for the duration in Grizzly Coolers’ G60. This hard-sided, roto-molded, plastic cooler contains polyurethane foam insulation and a rubber gasket that seals in cold air. The 60-quart cooler has a molded-in hinge with stainless-steel pin, Bearclaw latches, a 2” drain plug, non-slip rubber feet, molded-in handles, rope handles with nylon-sleeved rubber outers, lock holes and a dry-goods tray. It is dry-ice compatible and certified bear resistant (for use in national parks). Dimensions: 303/8” (l) x 173/8” (w) x 17¼” (h). Weight: 30 pounds. Colors: Tan (pictured), Olive Drab Green, White, Sandstone, Red, Orange, Lime, Gray, Teal. Price: $350. Grizzly Coolers
LOWA RENEGADE II N GTX HI BOOTS



BROWNING WICKED WING FOLDER

The satin-finish blade is made of 7Cr17MoV steel, and the handle is machined stainless steel with two-tone scales. Length: 3½” closed, 8¼” open. Color: Amber. Price: $50. Browning
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