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Re: Best 5x6 deer blind in 2500-3000 range
[Re: Gatorpoint]
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01/04/23 12:52 PM
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onlysmith&wesson
THF Trophy Hunter
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Sliding windows are problematic. The tracks get dirty and difficult to open. They also don't give a shooting opening 1/2 the size of the window itself. My #1 criteria is to be able to make a solid well stabilized shot in any direction, quickly if necessary. I like hinged windows that fold up and provide a full opening when opened. I have built some with a 5' window, when opened it is 58" opening.
Last edited by onlysmith&wesson; 01/04/23 12:53 PM.
An unethical shot is one you take, that you know you shouldn't.
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Re: Best 5x6 deer blind in 2500-3000 range
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01/04/23 02:48 PM
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Southtexas36
Extreme Tracker
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Anyone have any experience with antler sheds? Thanks everyone for the information so far. Got lots to look into. I have them and they are by far my most comfortable. I agree with the 5x8 being too big for one person, and the 6x5 probably being the ideal size. ![[Linked Image]](https://texashuntingforum.com/forum/pics/userpics/2023/01/full-25326-376144-stand.jpg)
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Re: Best 5x6 deer blind in 2500-3000 range
[Re: Southtexas36]
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01/04/23 02:55 PM
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Creekrunner
THF Celebrity
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Anyone have any experience with antler sheds? Thanks everyone for the information so far. Got lots to look into. I have them and they are by far my most comfortable. I agree with the 5x8 being too big for one person, and the 6x5 probably being the ideal size. At least somebody's paying attention.  Great pic! 
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Re: Best 5x6 deer blind in 2500-3000 range
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01/04/23 11:00 PM
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David7912
Bird Dog
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Bird Dog
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I like mine ![[Linked Image]](https://texashuntingforum.com/forum/pics/userpics/2023/01/full-65002-376193-image.jpeg)
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Re: Best 5x6 deer blind in 2500-3000 range
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01/06/23 01:25 AM
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Gatorpoint
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Those look nice. Will call them for more info.
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Re: Best 5x6 deer blind in 2500-3000 range
[Re: TX Whitetail Hunter]
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01/06/23 01:27 AM
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Gatorpoint
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I have 2 Antler Shed blinds. I’ve been very pleased with them. Love the carpeted shooting rails, shelves below the shooting rails and shelves up high on the end. Very comfortable and well made blinds. I have a 4x6 and a 5x8. If you are by yourself, frankly the 5x8 is too big. If you have someone with you, that size is fantastic. I actually think the 5x6 is probably the ideal size. Mine have windows that slide left to right. Windows that slide down is an option—I do think that would have been the better choice.
I also have 2 of the Ranch King Little Buck blinds (4x5). These things are tanks (built like a tank and weigh as much as a tank). Solid as hell. Windows are great. Only improvement that I could make would be a carpeted shooting rail.
I’d recommend either of these brands as a lifetime purchase. I suggest that when you go to look, plan to take your time. Think about climbing in with your gear, storing/reaching your gear, adjusting a chair, open the windows. Really think about how you will use it. Thank you for the opinions on the windows.
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