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Three New Products For Safer And More Successful Hunting A device that can spot a rat in a bush at 120 metres, in total darkness, sounds like science fiction, and yet the new Pulsar Quantum HD19S thermal imager can do just that. Whilst out searun fishing at night, Anthony Corke of Archetype Precision Systems Limited, noticed small animals moving through the bushes at around 120 metres. Intrigued, he moved closer to see what they were, and discovered that they were rats. Using a Pulsar Quantum HD19S and a Yukon MPR compact DVR, he produced a video showing three rats cavorting on the riverbank. This footage is available on YouTube at: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=IyfacGmAU3E or scan the QR code. As well as spotting animals at night, the Pulsar HD19S Thermal Imager can be used in daylight whilst bush stalking. It enables the user to spot animals that may be obscured by difficult lighting and foliage, and to safely identify the target. It can also spot other hunters that may be approaching too closely.
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Extra scope adapter rings are available for rapidly swapping the Pulsar Forward DFA75 between multiple rifles. Recent tests at the NZDA Nelson Branch range at Packers Creek proved the reliability and accuracy of the DFA75. Swapping the unit between a .22LR, .17HMR, .223Rem, and .308Win, the Pulsar Forward DFA75 delivered accurate results with each calibre. The best group was 1.5 inches at 200 meters with a .223 Tikka T3 stainless synthetic fitted with a Gunworks Spartan suppressor and a Yukon Craft 1.5-6x42 rifle scope. This testing was undertaken in strong sunlight thanks to the DFA75’s ability to withstand bright light. This digital night vision attachment is proving popular with hunters and pest controllers throughout New Zealand. At $2799, the Pulsar Forward DFA75 is a cost effective and versatile hunting tool. Finally, Archetype Precision Systems Limited recently landed the first shipment of military grade Generation 3 goggles. The ANV-HD45ULTRA Autogated Generation 3 Night Vision Biocular Goggle has advanced features that puts it in a class of its own. It is designed for use in extreme darkness and in harsh conditions, including immersion in water.
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Thousand Deer No Long Shot By Peter Harker
Unlike so many other glacial valleys in South Westland, this remarkable part of the wilderness is not likely to be overrun with hunters. Since the 1950’s, hunter access has been tightly controlled in this corner of the Southern Alps and Anthony and his wellknown and respected dad, Mike, have to be admired for what they have achieved. For example, spotlighting is a real no-no and the mere mention of it is likely to elicit a string of profanities. For obvious reasons, I have agreed to keep the exact location out of print. The main focus of this story is a person, not the destination. Anthony is 34-years-old and resides on the farm with his on site family (he is a dog lover). Dressed in camo gear from Gun City, he looks the gungho type of guy who fits hand in glove with the wilderness. He is a crack shot and with his expensive array of sniper rifles and longrange firearms and scopes, he has racked up a whisker under 1,000 deer over five years! This isn’t a typo – yep, one thousand deer or around four a week! Anthony’s culling operations are generally two
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The new Pulsar Quantum HD19S is the best performing thermal in its price range with a retail price of just $4699. This unit is sure to increase your hunting success. The next great hunting innovation is the Pulsar Forward DFA75 digital night vision scope These units are available in limited quantity. attachment, which easily converts a daylight The ANV-HD45-ULTRA Gen3 Goggle costs $7995, scope into a night vision scope and a Long-Range Upgrade package is available The Pulsar Forward DFA75 fits most 40mm - at $8795. month &Anthony NZ Hunting News Stewart56mm daylightEach riflescopes. A 1/8The turnFishing locates Paper Contact Corke or Christine the unit on a special that is fitted to the Corke forthe moredraw. information and advice. Phone will housing pick one winner to go into scope. It is easily removed by depressing a clip, 03 9700 570 or visit www.acad.co.nz
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man affairs, as he sets up on the bonnet of his 4x4 truck and records all the action using a powerful video camera. His normal shooting range is between 400 – 800 yards and he has become very adept at placing the shots exactly where they are intended. The largest mob of stags he has seen on the river flats numbered 18, but big antlered specimens are rare. Anthony’s largest head to date was a 12-pointer measuring 35x35. This remarkable young man
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technical knowledge to their sport. I watched in wonder as he made ready his intended choice of firearm to be used on a late afternoon hunt. Graphs were consulted, while knobs and twiddly bits akin to props from a Star Trek movie were adjusted with precision. Like the classic film, Sniper, it takes a special sort of person to make a rifle lethal under such conditions. I looked at some of his previously used calibrated targets and noted that at 400 yards, the bullseye bullet holes all linked up!
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