Recently I noted the new line of Bone Collector cases by Plano Molding.

For the month of September they’re running a contest for a Bone Collector bow case autographed by Michael Waddell. Go sign up if you need a great case to put your bow in. (Looks like by doing so you’re also signing up for their email newsletter or something.)

A couple weeks ago I noted Chrysler’s Mopar RamBox Holster option for hunters.

Here’s an Afghan option available on Ford pick-ups.

I don’t think this will catch on the US.

Two prominent and well-respected brands in the hunting sports industry, Plano® and Bone Collector™, have teamed to create the Bone Collector Edition of Plano storage cases.

The introductions include hard and soft gun cases, a bow case and a magnum field box.

This is a good looking case:

Plano Bone Collector Hard Case - Model 108199

Model AW 108199 makes the most out of its concise footprint, measuring 54.25″ x 15.25″ x 6″ (closed), to accommodate two scoped rifles or a pair of shotguns. High-density foam in the lid and bottom afford padded protection on the inside, while six innovative dual-stage, spring-loaded latches assure this case stays closed and tightly sealed.

Four of the latches are located along the case’s length to provide positive closure, and there’s one latch each located at case ends. Two of the latches have key locks.

For carrying suitcase style, there’s a large comfort-grip handle on the side. When it’s time to roll, this case is ready to follow closely in your footsteps on dependable easy-glide wheels, using the other comfort-grip handle positioned on the end to tow it.

The AW 108199 is attractive and affordable, retailing for around $159.99.

There doesn’t seem to be any info (other than the press release) up on the Plano Molding web site yet.

An option on the new Outdoorsman:

Called the The Mopar RamBox Holster, its a rack that can hold two rifles or shotguns inside one of the lockable, watertight compartments located on either side of the pickup bed.

A $205 option – on top of the $1895 price of the RamBox feature itself – the rack can be rotated to hold six fishing poles for those who prefer quieter trips into the great outdoors.

New Hoppe’s No. 9 Air Freshener

In 1903, when Frank Hoppe developed a mix of 9 different ingredients to create the original Hoppe’s No. 9 gun solvent, he had no idea that history was being made. Over the last 107 years the smell of Hoppe’s No. 9 has evoked fond memories of fathers, grandfathers, memorable hunts and great days in the field.

In response to consumer requests, Hoppe’s now has an air freshener with the unique No. 9 smell. The freshener has a string for hanging it in your gun room, car, garage, or anywhere you want the nostalgic smell of Hoppe’s No. 9.

Brett and Kate McKay, authors of the book “The Art of Manliness” list Hoppe’s No. 9 as one of the top 15 manly smells.

The Hoppe’s No. 9 Air Freshener will be available at your favorite sporting goods and/or hunting store and will sell for a suggested retail price of $3.99.

Visit www.hoppes.com for more information on all Hoppe’s and Hoppe’s Elite Products.

Pretty cool.

North Carolina Allows Crossbow Hunting But Requires Concealed Handgun Permit

This is odd to Murdoc:

State law requires that anyone buying or otherwise receiving a crossbow in North Carolina first obtain a pistol permit from the sheriff’s office in their county of residence or hold a valid concealed handgun permit.

From what I understand, this is not related to the new opportunity to hunt with crossbows in North Carolina but has always been a requirement of purchasing or receiving a crossbow.

What do concealed handguns or the permission to carry them have to do with crossbows?

ThermaCELL is giving away one insect repeller appliance per day in the month of August. Murdoc loves these things.

Go to www.thermacell.com/giveaway to enter.

Viridian Shipping Gun Specific Lasers with Custom Fit Kydex Holster

Viridian Green Laser Sights has now begun shipping every gun specific laser packaged with a FREE custom fit KYDEX holster. Viridian’s new laser sight/holster system marks a turning point for gun owners who have had a difficult time finding suitable holster options for their firearms with rail mounted accessories.

Viridian is the first rail mounted accessory company to include a free holster as a regular product offering. The high quality KYDEX holster represents a $39 value to the consumer.

Viridian produces gun specific laser/holster systems for Glock, Springfield XD/XDm, Smith and Wesson M&P, Ruger SR9, Taurus PT 24/7, and Walther P22/PK380. Retail pricing ranges from $199 to $279, depending on model.

I’ve had a few chances to try out the Viridian lasers on both rifles and handguns and have like them every time.

For more info, see ViridianGreenLaser.com.

Always wear eye protection:

A military working dog wears his Doggles, his assigned Personal Protective Equipment to protect his eyes, as a Chinook Helicopter takes off, kicking up dust and debris, during an Air Assault operation Soldiers of Alpha Troop, 1st Squadron, 172nd Cavalry Regiment, 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, conducted, May 11. The Soldiers visited a remote village in the Parwan province to conduct a key leader engagement with village elders.

Doggles are available in a variety of styles.

This system by Roth Concept Innovations adds what are essentially four magazine extension onto your shotgun. Rotate the tube to access the extra extensions:

XRAIL by Roth Concept Innovations

Though innovative and more rounds are always better than fewer rounds, I wonder if I’d really care for the extra weight up front. The full version weighs just over 2 pounds empty.

Particularly nice is the fact that as rounds are fired, the XRAIL rotates to keep feeding rounds down the main tube and that no permanent modifications to the gun are required.

More info, including videos, at the RCI site.