Hollywood, eat your heart out!
North American Hunter is rolling out its own red carpet for the first-ever NAHC "Best of the Best" Gear Awards. Look for future e-mails highlighting the top products in a particular category. This first award recognizes general excellence.
Without further adieu, behold the "Best of the Best" Awards, showcasing products with the highest Field Test scores from 2008:
Liberty Lincoln 25-Gun Safe
Ave. Rating: 9.9
Exceptional security and fire protection up to 1,200 degrees for 75 minutes. ($2,499)
Gamehide Journey Jacket and Pants
Ave. Rating: 9.6
Mesh lining, detachable hood and Airflow zippered back vents for regulating body temp. (99.95/jacket, $99.95/pants)
Blackhawk Blacksummit Pack
Ave. Rating: 9.4
Numerous pockets, expandable mid-section and bungee retention system. ($189.99)
Irish Setter Ladyhawk Boots
Ave. Rating: 9.4
Shaped for women's stability and comfort; comes in camo and pink camo. ($109-$129)
Outdoor Edge Shear/Knife Combo
Ave. Rating: 9.2
Heavy-duty, 3 1/2-inch game sheers beside a razor-thin knife. ($31.95)
Gamehide Rubline II Jacket & Pants
Ave. Rating: 9.2
Rugged, wind-proof and ultra-quiet, with safety harness access. ($290)
SPOT Satellite Messenger
Ave. Rating: 9.1
GPS coordinates track location, contacts 911 and works where cell phones don't. ($169.95, service plan extra)
