Finding the right gift often causes headaches. However, if the person to be gifted is a hunter, there are countless options for small and large gifts - you can hardly go wrong, as hunters generally never have too much equipment :).
Hunting equipment is usually relatively expensive, but there are some nice gift ideas available for around 50 euros that will surely please any hunter:
Hunters typically take 10-20 cartridges with them on their hunt or during a drive hunt. These are best stored in a small case, with felt or leather being the most popular materials.
During hunting, the hunting license must always be carried, just like the firearms ownership card. Therefore, every hunter needs a sturdy case to protect the documents from wind and weather during transport. While most hunters have a case, having a high-quality one in reserve can never hurt - especially since the item will inevitably wear out over time.
It is advisable to protect the scopes on hunting rifles. Some hunters use protective caps for the objective and eyepiece for this purpose. This would also make a nice gift, but you need to know the diameter of the scope lenses to ensure the caps fit. Additionally, caps only protect the lenses and not the housing. A scope cover offers more protection. It is a type of neoprene sleeve that can be stretched over the entire scope. This can be quickly removed during hunting use and fits various scope sizes due to the material's elasticity. Many hunters are a bit picky about their product manufacturers - ideally, the neoprene cover should be from the same company as the scope, just to ensure "it matches." If the manufacturer cannot be determined because it would be strange to ask, a cover from a general hunting manufacturer like Niggeloh will also work.
A good hunting knife can easily cost several hundred euros. However, knives are part of the absolute basic equipment for hunters, so you can assume that the person to be gifted already owns a good hunting knife. However, it is almost impossible to own too many knives, as they wear out and can sometimes be lost. A reasonably priced plastic hunting knife can meaningfully complement any hunting equipment, for example, with the classic from Morakniv Hunting Knife. The knife is very sharp and stable, fits excellently in the hand, and is easy to find in the field due to its signal color - if it gets lost, it wouldn't be a big deal due to the low price. Folding knives can be practical, but they are more difficult to clean than fixed-blade knives and are therefore only conditionally suitable for field dressing.
Rifles are tools and are used, and over time they show signs of wear from hunting. Scratches on the surface can be annoying, especially on new, fine stock woods. Therefore, many hunters prefer fore-end protectors made of felt. They not only help keep the fore-end free from scratches for as long as possible, but they also allow the rifle to be safely rested on a soft surface.
For sitting, a rifle rest is even better than a fore-end protector, as it can be placed on the edge of the high seat. With such a rest, making shots as precise as on the shooting range is no longer a problem. Entry-level models made of plastic are available for around 20 euros.
Dragging aids are special straps that allow hunters to drag game alone that would be too heavy to carry. The straps have special loops and game hooks - on one hand to attach the game, and on the other hand to be properly gripped by one or more hunters.
To transport freshly hunted game cleanly in the car, a game tray is a sensible purchase for any hunter. A folding tray can also be stored space-saving when not in use.
In many hunting setups, only a hard wooden board is provided for sitting. In this case, a folding seat cushion can mean a real comfort upgrade. Good seat cushions also protect against cold, which becomes a challenge for every hunter's equipment at least by mid-autumn.
In a shooting and hunting journal, many hunters document their kills, and it is actually a good gift for any hunter. It is important to find out: The hunter should not already be keeping a hunting journal, as a second one would otherwise be of no use.
Not all, but many hunters are also interested in preparing the game they have shot. As in hunting, the kitchen also has the motto: You can always learn something new. Therefore, a cookbook is also a good way for already experienced game cooks to expand their skills or at least get new inspiration.
Whether for disposable or slightly more expensive metal models - there is probably no hunter who has not suffered from cold fingers at some point. Metal hand warmers can be powered either by fuel sticks or lighter fluid and keep warm reliably for up to twelve hours.
Subscription to a Hunting Magazine
Hunters spend their time waiting for game while sitting. While attention is necessary for observing and ultimately achieving hunting success, many hunters pass the waiting time by reading something - what could be more fitting than a current hunting magazine?
If the gift can be a bit more expensive than 50 euros, we also have other gift ideas that will surely please enthusiastic hunters.
A heated vest keeps not only the hands but the entire torso warm. Especially for drive hunts, where freedom of movement is an important success factor, they are a good alternative to putting on several thick layers of clothing. Most hunters do not own a heated vest. Good models are available from around 150 euros.
If the hunter to be gifted has their own hunting ground (and does not only hunt as a guest), they have likely considered purchasing a game camera several times. They may already have a few in use. However, as is often the case with equipment: More is more - as a gift for a landowner, you can't go wrong with a game camera. The best options are models with their own SIM cards, which can send images from the hunting ground directly to the phone. With such models, you avoid the hassle of reading SD cards and only need to go to the camera to change the battery.
A true luxury gift is a thermal imaging camera, but entry-level models already cost around 2000 euros - a gift only for the dearest. With a thermal imaging camera, game can also be detected in the dark and relatively safely identified. Most hunters are enthusiastic about this relatively new technology.
Overall, there are many gift ideas for both novice hunters and seasoned veterans - for more ideas, we simply recommend browsing Gunfinder a bit.
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