Hand clippers/ratchet cutters

Hunter06FlKy · 03-01-2006, 08:03 AM

does anyone carry these while they're turkey hunting. i noticed the h.s strut people carry them and it got me to thinking of how many times i had been forced to try and find a tree that didn't have branches around the bottom. would it be a good idea to get a pair and put them in my vest or is it a waste of money and space??

countrymudder · 03-01-2006, 08:08 AM

I always carry something to cut branches or limbs..because i also like to through some natrual vegitation around my blind if im sittin in one...or if i find a good spot but there is some branches or brush not alowing me to sit there..i'll wack em' down.

Bobgobble2 · 03-01-2006, 08:45 AM

I carry a small sheathed saw!Just like cm talked about if I have time,I add natural vegetation to some of my set-ups as well and remove those limbs in my shooting lanes!

Ryan Campbell · 03-01-2006, 09:19 AM

They are also great for cutting the legs off of deer when you are skinning them out. Use the kind that have the ratchet and it will save you a lot of time and energy. You wont have to use a saw or hatchet.

maytom · 03-01-2006, 09:23 AM

I have been carrying a pair for years in my vest as well. I have the original ratchet pruners made by Florian. These work very slick indeed!!
For cutting branches to use as a blind, or cutting saplings that are in the way when your setting up. Every turkey hunter should carry a pair in his/her vest.

http://www.floriantools.com/Merchant...=florian_tools

Mr. Longbeard · 03-01-2006, 02:29 PM

Don't go in the woods with out a pair

fl.huntress · 03-01-2006, 08:28 PM

i don't go in the woods without mine...and if i do i'm cussin' within moments.
they are a must have for any hunter...especially any turkey hunter.

scmtnhnter · 03-01-2006, 08:48 PM

never take em out of my vest durin off season so i dont forget them i also have a pair for deer huntin i carry . i just don believe u would start cussin fl not one bit .

RIStrutStopper · 03-02-2006, 09:53 AM

I never go hunting without ratchet pruners and a folding saw. The pruners see LOTS of action. Many times, the branches I cut for shooting lanes get used to help break up my outline by placing them in front of where I'm going to be calling from...

dbblung · 03-02-2006, 04:06 PM

They are invaluable tools for the field. I think Gerber sells them both in a kit that's fairly inexpensive and they are of excellent construction.