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Smaller Protein Feeder Recommendations #9073390 07/08/24 11:11 PM
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I have three big protein feeders on the ranch, but I'm looking for a smaller one for my house deer. Somewhere around 3-400#. I like the large tube type and not the plate. Can anyone recommend a small free choice protein feeder that doesn't clog, or waste feed? Thanks



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Re: Smaller Protein Feeder Recommendations [Re: Stompy] #9073417 07/09/24 12:16 AM
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Option 1
300# Boss Buck protein feeder (you can easily move around on your own) if needed

Option 2
500# All Season Protein Feeder

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Originally Posted by ctonsmitty
Option 1
300# Boss Buck protein feeder (you can easily move around on your own) if needed

Option 2
500# All Season Protein Feeder



I looked at the Boss Buck. Not great reviews, but it is cheap.


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Re: Smaller Protein Feeder Recommendations [Re: Stompy] #9073432 07/09/24 12:53 AM
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I use the 300# all seasons

Work just fine.

For a little more the 500# stand and fill is the ticket


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Re: Smaller Protein Feeder Recommendations [Re: Stompy] #9073443 07/09/24 01:15 AM
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Yea, I had a 1000# all seasons before, it worked out fine. I sold it because I got a monster sweetheart deal on a 2000# Outback protein feeder. Neighbor was selling his ranch and sold it to me for $300.

I'm considering the 500# All Seasons.


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Re: Smaller Protein Feeder Recommendations [Re: Stompy] #9073622 07/09/24 02:42 PM
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Used these for quite some time. If you find out it is not enough capacity, just add anothe one.

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Originally Posted by Stompy
I have three big protein feeders on the ranch, but I'm looking for a smaller one for my house deer. Somewhere around 3-400#. I like the large tube type and not the plate. Can anyone recommend a small free choice protein feeder that doesn't clog, or waste feed? Thanks



Why would you not consider a timed protein feeder for your house deer? If you want to watch deer and not coons that's what I would use. Mine goes off a little after sun up.


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Originally Posted by Hudbone
Used these for quite some time. If you find out it is not enough capacity, just add anothe one.

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That's what I use at my local bow lease that's close to home. They are surprisingly clog resistant.


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Re: Smaller Protein Feeder Recommendations [Re: onlysmith&wesson] #9073684 07/09/24 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by onlysmith&wesson
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I have three big protein feeders on the ranch, but I'm looking for a smaller one for my house deer. Somewhere around 3-400#. I like the large tube type and not the plate. Can anyone recommend a small free choice protein feeder that doesn't clog, or waste feed? Thanks



Why would you not consider a timed protein feeder for your house deer? If you want to watch deer and not coons that's what I would use. Mine goes off a little after sun up.

No Coons, got cameras on 4 protein stations and 1 corn feeder, not a single Coon has been coming to them. I got rid of them...for now. Plus I like to see them come and go all day. Haven't seen a Coon in over 4 months, even then it was just two.

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On the timed protein feeder, what do you set the timer for and how often. Thanks!

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Boss Buck protein feeders, I have a couple 12+ years old, zero problems.

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I found one, not small but it'll probably work better. Thanks all.


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Originally Posted by Stompy
I found one, not small but it'll probably work better. Thanks all.


I like my ASF timed 600lb so far. If you need another might be an option for you


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Built my own. Poly funnel and triple port protein feeder assembly from Academy. 55gal barrel, legs, and lid. A few tools and some time, and you're good to go. All-in I think I spent about $200-250 per. I know the deer love them, as long as they have feed in them anyway.


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Originally Posted by Wilhunt
On the timed protein feeder, what do you set the timer for and how often. Thanks!


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Originally Posted by psycho0819
Built my own. Poly funnel and triple port protein feeder assembly from Academy. 55gal barrel, legs, and lid. A few tools and some time, and you're good to go. All-in I think I spent about $200-250 per. I know the deer love them, as long as they have feed in them anyway.

I had an old 55 gal corn feeder with a funnel that I replaced the box with that Academy protein tube and it’s worked great. Holds a little over 300 lbs. I actually like it better than my 400 lb All Seasons one…except for filling it.

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