Next-Adventure Gear

From our January/February 2025 issue

By their nature, hunters are a traveling lot—always in search of great sport and different experiences. As the new year begins, thoughts turn to next season and endless possibilities. Will it be upland birds or waterfowl on home soil or exotic species in some faraway land? Wherever your next trip takes you, the following gear will serve well on your adventure.

FIELD & MOOR OSPREY COUNTRY BOOTS

For working through the uplands or standing at a hot peg, Field & Moor’s Osprey Country Boots offer rugged, all-weather protection. Crafted by hand in Spain, the 11" boots have a leather lining and lightweight, storm-welted construction for greater waterproofing. A double-sided buckle at the top allows for an adjustable fit. Cork insulation and a full-leather insole provide comfort and temperature regulation, and Vibram Commando rubber outsoles grip well. The gun rest is detachable and used through the lower laces. Colors: Light Brown Grain Leather (shown), Greased Brown Leather, Chestnut Grain Leather. Sizes: Whole 6 through 15. Price: $340.

Field & Moor, fieldandmoor.co.uk.

DUBARRY OF IRELAND DUNHILL LEATHER VEST

Nothing beats a good vest for layering in the field or for stylish, everyday wear, and Dubarry of Ireland’s Dunhill Leather Vest serves both purposes well. Made of soft, supple leather, the zip-front vest has contrasting leather detailing and a quilted interior lining with light fill. Two exterior pockets are microfleece lined, and there are two interior pockets for valuables. Colors: Walnut (shown), Tan. Sizes: S through 3XL. Price: $349.

Dubarry of Ireland, dubarry.com.

CRISPI LAPPONIA III BOOTS

For trekking miles in the uplands or navigating city streets, Crispi’s Lapponia III boots have the lightweight versatility to go the distance. Featuring waterproof Nubuck leather and PUtek uppers, these warmer-season boots are lined with breathable Gore-Tex, to ensure that feet stay dry and comfortable. An ultralight EVA midsole and a Vibram MegaGrip outsole provide enhanced cushioning and traction, and an asymmetrical lacing system allows for customizing the toe-box width for added stability. A polyurethane-coated leather rand offers added protection. Color: Grey. Height: 8”. Weight: 2 pounds 10 ounces per pair (Size 9). Sizes: Whole, half and EE 8 through 13 plus 14 and 15. Price: $350.

Crispi, crispius.com.

CROOTS BYLAND LEATHER SHOTGUN SLIP

Every fine gun deserves to be transported in a Croots Byland Leather Shotgun Slip. Made of the finest leather and featuring a traditional flap-and-buckle opening, the slip also has a zippered opening for easy drying. A padded fleece lining protects the gun, and a hand-sewn blocked end cradles the muzzles. The slip has bridle-leather straps and trim and solid-brass hardware. It also can be personalized. Colors: Dark Havana, Oxblood (shown), London Tan. Sizes: 30" barrels (max. gun length 48") or 32" barrels (max. gun length 50"). Price: $606.

Croots, crootsengland.co.uk.

HOLLAND & HOLLAND NOBLE SHOOTING COAT

As appropriate for a driven day as it is for a night on the town, Holland & Holland’s Noble Shooting Coat is both stylish and practical. The cotton coat is weatherproofed with Super Dry Wax and has a cotton lining for comfort. The zippered front also has a snap-closure storm flap. There are large front bellows pockets for cartridges, a chest pocket for valuables and a large interior pocket. The adjustable belt is removable. Color: Whiskey. Sizes: Whole 34 through 52. Price: $1,187.

Holland & Holland, hollandandholland.com.

MYSTERY RANCH MISSION WHEELIE 65L

When it comes to luggage, seasoned travelers appreciate security, storage capacity and organization. Enter the Mystery Ranch Mission Wheelie 65L. Featuring a polycarbonate shell and 840 denier ballistic nylon with a carbonate coating, the rolling duffel provides 65 liters of flexible storage space. The lid zips open to access the main compartment, two mesh organizational pockets and a zippered wall pocket. Interior compression straps secure gear. There is also an auxiliary pocket on each end and a zippered detail pocket on the lid’s exterior. Add to that a telescoping handle, multiple web grab handles and a plastic window for ID tags. The bottom of the frame also collapses for easy storage. Color: Black. Weight: 7½ pounds. Dimensions: 26" (l) x 16½" (w) x 14" (h). Price: $389.

Mystery Ranch, mysteryranch.com.