3Rivers Archery



The Trad Gang Digital Market













Contribute to Trad Gang and Access the Classifieds!

Become a Trad Gang Sponsor!

Traditional Archery for Bowhunters






LEFT HAND BOWS CLASSIFIEDS TRAD GANG CLASSIFIEDS ACCESS RIGHT HAND BOWS CLASSIFIEDS


Author Topic: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?  (Read 583 times)

Offline razorsharptokill

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 3255
Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« on: May 12, 2007, 04:53:00 PM »
I put some on some surplus camo I had and it made vast difference. It pins on with safety pins so you can move it around on different garments. Very cool, I'll try to post some pics.
Jim Richards
Veteran

USMC 84-88
Oklahoma Army National Guard 88-89
USMCR 89-96 Desert Storm
Oklahoma Air National Guard 2002- present. Operation Iraqi Freedom 2005(Qatar) and 2007(Iraq),
Operation New Dawn Iraq 2011,
Operation Enduring Freedom 2018 Afghanistan.
NRA Life Member.

Offline Carbon Caster

  • TGMM Member
  • Trad Bowhunter
  • ***
  • Posts: 775
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #1 on: May 12, 2007, 06:24:00 PM »
I like using band it straps to attach it to my treestand.  Great stuff!!!!!  I haven't used it on my clothing yet, but I might this year.
Gen 27:3  "Now therefore take, I pray thee, thy weapons, thy quiver and thy bow, and go out to the field, and take me some venison;"

In His service,
Brian Rice

TGMM Brotherhood of the Bow

Offline rbbhunt

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 478
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #2 on: May 12, 2007, 06:41:00 PM »
I've used them on my turkey vest and coyote hunting vest along with a boonie hat.
RBBHUNT
"Those who will trade liberty for
security, deserve niether" B. Franklin (a long time ago and still valid)

Offline ckanous

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 1099
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #3 on: May 13, 2007, 07:28:00 AM »
Thought about gettin some limb socks and puttin some on them so I could lose my bow in the woods when I stop to take a leak.

Offline razorsharptokill

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 3255
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #4 on: May 13, 2007, 10:09:00 AM »
I've tried the stuff at hobby lobby but it is kind of stiff and loud. It's ok for tree stands and such if you can find it on sale. Some of those fake plants are as much as the real thing!
Jim Richards
Veteran

USMC 84-88
Oklahoma Army National Guard 88-89
USMCR 89-96 Desert Storm
Oklahoma Air National Guard 2002- present. Operation Iraqi Freedom 2005(Qatar) and 2007(Iraq),
Operation New Dawn Iraq 2011,
Operation Enduring Freedom 2018 Afghanistan.
NRA Life Member.

Offline bluegrassbowhunter

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 559
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #5 on: May 13, 2007, 10:41:00 AM »
I,ve used em & still have several.The more you wash em the softer they get(hand wash or gentle cycle)or they'll come off in the washer.I've also had problems with them pulling off in heavy brush...but overall i like em.....
"Life,Liberty & the pursue of deer & turkeys."

Offline guzzi2000

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 222
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #6 on: May 13, 2007, 11:10:00 AM »
A buddy of mine uses them with British surplus military camo. He has shot some nice bucks.
"Our arrows will blot out the sun." "Then we will fight in the shade."

Offline Mike Orton

  • TGMM Member
  • Trad Bowhunter
  • ***
  • Posts: 684
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #7 on: May 13, 2007, 11:17:00 AM »
I've used sneaky leaves for years.  I like em...however I prefer to sew them on rather than pin on.  I think you can get a better price by going to the local craft/hobby store and buying silk flowers/leaves.

This type a camo is not quite as extreme as a full ghillie suit.  works well
TGMM Family of the Bow

Offline razorsharptokill

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 3255
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #8 on: May 13, 2007, 02:54:00 PM »
That's what I have mine on. A British chemical protective suit with the charcole cut out. The material it is made out of is almost like rayon but pretty tough. Very thin and light weight.

This is going to be my early season camo. Once I wear test the placement of the leaves, I'll sew them in place and lose the safety pins.

I wonder if the other hobby stuff will get softer after a few washes? I'll be looking for some sales.

Cost of the suit: Free with trip to Kuwait in 91. Cost of the leaves: $20.00? Beats paying $150.00 for one of the commercial ones that will do the same as my new bargain camo.
Jim Richards
Veteran

USMC 84-88
Oklahoma Army National Guard 88-89
USMCR 89-96 Desert Storm
Oklahoma Air National Guard 2002- present. Operation Iraqi Freedom 2005(Qatar) and 2007(Iraq),
Operation New Dawn Iraq 2011,
Operation Enduring Freedom 2018 Afghanistan.
NRA Life Member.

Offline BMOELLER

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 808
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #9 on: May 13, 2007, 10:21:00 PM »
I put some on my ghillie suit.  They really add to the effect.  I also put some on my back pack.  Good product in my book.
2009 Kansas State ASA Traditional Champion

Offline Roadkill

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 2674
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #10 on: May 14, 2007, 03:24:00 PM »
I made my own 10 years ago, also use yarn tied in with it.  It is very effective as it blows in the breeze slightly and you can really blend it.  I wash my gear with it on now and it is effective.
Cast a long shadow-you may provide shade to someone who needs it.  Semper Fi

Offline razorsharptokill

  • Trad Bowhunter
  • **
  • Posts: 3255
Re: Anyone tried the sneaky leaf pin on leaves?
« Reply #11 on: May 14, 2007, 06:00:00 PM »
Those Brit Chem suits are pretty cheap. Maybe $25.00 on Eb*y. I really like the pattern. It looks like a mixture of some of the best commercial ones. If you like the charcoal for scent control, just leave it in. Be ready to sweat though.
Jim Richards
Veteran

USMC 84-88
Oklahoma Army National Guard 88-89
USMCR 89-96 Desert Storm
Oklahoma Air National Guard 2002- present. Operation Iraqi Freedom 2005(Qatar) and 2007(Iraq),
Operation New Dawn Iraq 2011,
Operation Enduring Freedom 2018 Afghanistan.
NRA Life Member.

Users currently browsing this topic:

0 Members and 2 Guests are viewing this topic.
 

Contact Us | Trad Gang.com © | User Agreement

Copyright 2003 thru 2024 ~ Trad Gang.com ©