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Cool Holiday Gift Ideas for Florida Hunters and Anglers

The staff at Florida Sportsman wants you to get a great gift this year.

Cool Holiday Gift Ideas for Florida Hunters and Anglers

It can be a bit tricky to find a great gift to buy for the hunters and anglers on your shopping list, so we’re here to help. Check out these gift suggestions from the staff at Florida Sportsman to bring a smile to the faces of your gift-getters. And check back for additional ideas as we get closer to the holidays.

Quantum Strive Fishing Reel

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Quantum Strive Fishing Reel

Delivering tough, high-quality performance day in and day out, the Quantum Strive spinning combo is built to dominate. Boasting incredible strength and efficiency, the internal components of the Strive spinning reel work together seamlessly to provide the power needed to land big fish. The CFX200 Carbon Fiber Xtreme drag system has an extremely high max drag with an impressive drag curve. The DURA-LOQ clutch ensures quick and powerful hooksets for the life of the reel. The sturdy aluminum frame keeps gears, bearings, and seals in perfect alignment. The Strive reel is fully sealed with Quantum’s SEALOQ 6 protection (rated to IPX6), preventing water, salt, sand, and other debris from entering the reel. The Strive reel is paired with a high-strength graphite composite rod with HD304 heavy-duty stainless-steel guides that are insert-free and specifically designed to prevent scratches and chips. Available in nine different models from 2500 – 8000 sizes. Price: $129.99-$169.99

Quantum Strive Fishing Reel

Folds of Honor Shacket

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Folds of Honor Shacket

Looking for something that’s cozy, stylish, and makes a difference? The Folds of Honor Shacket in Oatmeal Heather is a perfect pick. This hybrid shirt-jacket is made for layering and has a soft, neutral tone that goes with just about anything. Not only is it a great addition to any wardrobe, but every purchase helps fund scholarships for the families of fallen or disabled service members. It’s more than just a gift—it’s a way to give back, too. Price: $57

Folds of Honor Shacket

MyOutdoorTV Gift Cards 50 Precent Off!

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MOTV Gift Card.

Purchase an annual or six-month subscription to give to your favorite outdoor adventure enthusiast, now 50 percent off! Use Promo Code: GIFT50 at checkout. Offer valid for a limited time. MyOutdoorTV gets you motivated with world-class hunting, fishing, and shooting content—with more ways to watch: On Demand, Live Events including Major League Fishing, Live TV Channels like HuntStream, and fresh from the field, our innovative JustShot library. Try us free today! Price: Annual Subscription: $99.89/year; 6-month subscription: $49.50/year

MyOutdoorTV

BLUETTI AC180 Solar Portable Power Station

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BLUETTI AC180 Solar Portable Power Station

Whether fishing, camping or hunting, portable on-demand power makes life away from home easier. The BLUETTI AC180 Solar Portable Power Station is highly capable, as it has a robust capacity and continuous output power. Thanks to its super-fast charging speed (fully charged in one hour) and portable design, it's a grab-and-go power station for numerous applications. The AC180 boasts 1800W output and 11 outlets to handle almost anything you plug in. The BLUETTI App is also available to make remote control and real-time monitoring incredibly convenient with just a few swipes on your phone. The AC180 can also be used as a rugged home battery backup—providing emergency power to your essentials. The unit comes standard with the AC180 portable power station, AC charging cable, car charging cable and solar charging cable. Black Friday Price (through 12/3): $479

BLUETTI AC180 Solar Portable Power Station

Cigars International Humi-Care Herf-a-Dor

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Cigars International Travel Humidor

If enjoying a day spent on the water or reflecting on a memorable catch includes firing up a cigar, the Herf-a-Dor ensures that the smoke of choice is in prime condition for the moment. The case’s reinforced ABS frame is crushproof, airtight and watertight to guard against travel mishaps that ruin unprotected cigars, and the foam liner cushions contents from bumpy waters and roads. Adding drops of distilled water to the built-in humidification device ensures cigars remain in top shape for the duration of the trip. The lockable case includes two latches, a lanyard and multiple tie-down points for lashing it to a console, rail or pack. Four sizes of the Herf-a-Dor accommodate from five to 40 cigars up to 54 ring gauge and 8 inches long. Price: $18.99 to $54.99.

Cigars International Travel Humidor

Penn Battle IV Reel

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Penn Battle IV Reel

The new Penn Battle IV features the new Hydro Armor System to help better protect the reel from saltwater intrusion and corrosion. This fourth-generation Battle series has additional seals strategically placed in key areas including the handle, under the dust cap and beneath the spool on the main shaft. The updated spool design eliminates through-holes in the spool body, to better prevent intrusion from the elements. The reel has Penn’s HT-100 Carbon Fiber Drag System and a durable full metal body and side plate. The spool is ready for super line without requiring backing and has line capacity rings. The Penn Battle IV is available in nine sizes, from 1000 to a 10000 size. Also offered are DX models in 2500 to 8000 sizes, available exclusively through PENN dealers. With the DX range, an additional stainless steel bearing is added, and the CNC machined gear is upgraded from aluminum to brass. Price: $129.95-$179.95

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Penn Battle IV Reel

Z-Man PrawnstarZ

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Z-Man PrawnstarZ

Z-Man Fishing may be better known for its freshwater lures, but the company is now on a three-year run in winning ICAST’s Best Saltwater Soft Lure award. The latest is the Z-Man PrawnstarZ, a shrimp imitator with lifelike stature and range of natural movements. A versatile inshore lure, the 10X Tough ElaZtech Z-Man PrawnstarZ is balanced for authentic horizontal posture as bait freefalls and sits on bottom. Designed for shallow sight-casting, drifting/freelining/dragging or fishing under a popping cork. For unmatched action, the lively bait’s tail fan, antennae and legs pulse, quiver and “crawl.” Body segments propel undulating motion. Twelve colors; 3.5-inch, 3/8-ounce and 5-inch, 1/2-ounce sizes. Internal glass rattle included. Price: $8.99

Z-Man PrawnstarZ

Grundéns Kryall Hoodie and Pants

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Grundéns Kryall Hoodie and Pants

Tough and resistant to wind and adverse weather conditions, the Kryall line is designed for commercial fisherman with offshore performance in mind. The Kryall hoodie ($82.99-$109.99) and pants ($119) have you covered. Designed to be layered, each can be worn and a stand-alone weather-resistant layer.

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Penn Spinfisher VII Spinning Combo

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Penn Spinfisher VII Spinning Combo

The Spinfisher VII features a fully sealed HT-100 carbon fiber drag system, offering powerful stopping power. Now with the upgraded CNC gear technology featuring all brass gearing and 5+1 sealed stainless steel ball bearings, this reel promises the ability and durability to make long casts and handle any saltwater fish. The Spinfisher VII reel and combo features an IPX5-rated sealing system that protects it from exposure to splash and spray along with a graphite composite blank for extra sensitivity and comfort on the water. Price: $209.99-$289.99

Penn Spinfisher VII Spinning Combo

Columbia PFG Uncharted Insulated Anorak

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Columbia PFG Uncharted Insulated Anorak

If you do a lot of fishing in the spring or fall, you understand the importance of an upper-body layer that can ward off the morning chill and keep you focused on the task at hand even after the sun goes down. The Uncharted Anorak from Columbia is just such a garment, with enough insulation to keep you comfortable without adding undue bulk, and a fit that allows for good range of motion. Columbia’s proprietary Omni-Shield technology repels moisture and stains, while a lined muff pocket offers comfort for chilly hands. Price: $120

Columbia PFG Uncharted Insulated Anorak

Strike King Final Copy Swimbait

Strike King Final Copy Swimbait
Strike King Final Copy Swimbait

The Final Copy has a magnetic, internal harness that is imbedded within the swimbait to ensure longevity and resistance to tears and rips in the soft plastic for long-lasting performance and has uniquely placed loops for multiple rigging options. The distinct shape of the Final Copy allows the swimbait to excel during high-speed retrieves and even weight distribution maintains balance to run true under all circumstances. Paired with a free-swinging, premium treble hook and available in premium Strike King colors to match-the-hatch, the Final Copy Swimbait elevates a familiar classic to a new level. Available in a 4.75- and 6-inch sizes. Price: $9.49-$10.49

Strike King Final Copy Swimbait

Folds of Honor 'Freedom Isn’t Free' Hoodie

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Folds of Honor 'Freedom Isn’t Free' Hoodie.

The Folds of Honor hoodie is designed for proud patriots who want to show their support for American heroes. The pullover-style hoodie is suitable for work or play with an athletic fit and two-ply hood. The garment is made of 50 percent cotton(with up to 7.7 percent reclaimed). Price: $65

Freedom Isn’t Free Hoodie

Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener

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Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener

There may be smaller, lighter, more compact field sharpeners on the market, but I’ve yet to find one as reliable, long-lasting and versatile as the Guided Filed Sharpener from Work Sharp. Among the sharpening tools included in this 7-inch-long, 4.6-ounce unit are coarse (220-grit) and fine (600-grit) diamond plates, which are held in place by strong magnets; a multi-grit ceramic rod with a groove for sharpening fishhooks; a separate ceramic rod for serrations; and a leather strop. The diamond plates feature 20-degree guides, while the strop has a 25-degree guide for attaining the perfect sharpening angle. There’s even a built-in broadhead wrench hidden under one of the diamond plates. Price: $39.95

Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener

Dryshod Slipnot Ankle-High Deck Boots

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Dryshod Slipnot Ankle-High Deck Boots

A great deck-boot choice for virtually any condition. Grips well on fingerless, wooden or carpeted decks, wet or dry. Premium non-marking outsole; "CrossStar" tread design; 9-inch over-ankle cut; easy on/off; 100 percent waterproof; WIXIT Cool-Clad wicking airmesh lining with added micro-dot perforations; steel shank for arch support. Price: $119.95

Dryshod Slipnot Ankle-High Deck Boots

Frabill Magnum Bait Station

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Frabill Magnum Bait Station

The Frabill Magnum Bait Station is more than just a bait transporter—it's a complete live bait care system. Its injection-molded base, commercial-grade foam insulation, and integrated dual-speed aerator create the ideal environment for keeping live bait healthy in any weather. With a 12V power adapter and the option to run on two D batteries, it's versatile and portable. A lift-out liner allows for quick bait retrieval, while the tangle-free netting prevents hook snags. Built to withstand even freezing temperatures, this durable cooler also doubles as a quality ice chest. Perfect for serious anglers. Three sizes. Price: $79.99-$174.99

Frabill Magnum Bait Station

Toadfish Line Nippers and Retractable Lanyard

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Toadfish Line Nippers

These snippers are designed to cut 80-pound braid to tiny tippet, making quick work of retying flies or baits. Made from machined aluminum with tungsten carbide cutting blades. A retractable lanyard keeps them attached to waders, trolling motor remotes, or tackle bags. With every product sold, Toadfish says it’s replenishing the population of inshore species like redfish, trout, cobia, tarpon, & flounder. Price: $24

Toadfish Line Nippers and Retractable Lanyard

Gerber Gear Custom Program

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Gerber Gear

The Gerber Gear custom program can help you create a cool and personal gift for the holidays. You can customize a Gerber knife or multitool. Choose from blade shapes, materials, colors and a large library of illustrations and patterns to create a one-of-a-kind gift (or make one for yourself). Prices vary.

Gerber Gear Custom Program

Lew's Custom Pro Series Casting Reel

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Lew's Custom Pro

Elevating precision and unleashing limitless potential, Lew’s Custom Pro Baitcast Reel features an ultra-compact design with 30mm spool, it boldly redefines expectations of quality and performance. Within the sleek, one-piece aluminum frame lies ParaMag ITB (Inertia Transfer Braking) – the highest-quality cast control on the market, enabling maximum cast control and efficiency without sacrificing casting distance. After dialing in settings to meet your preferences, ITB takes the reins. Its highly responsive magnetic system seamlessly adjusts, providing precisely the right amount of force in proportion to your casting speed, virtually eliminating the need to thumb the spool with every cast. Price: $279.99

Lew’s Custom Pro Series Baitcaster

Universal Can Cooler

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Universal Can Cooler

The all-in-one Universal Non-Tipping Can Cooler from Toadfish has a new look and improved suction that securely holds 12-ounce cans, slim cans and bottles. The go-anywhere, "next gen" can cooler will keep all your favorite drinks icy cold and spill-free. SmartGrip technology prevents your drink from slipping out of your hand and onto the deck. Price: $25

Universal Non-Tipping Can Cooler

Bajio Sunglasses Duck Unlimited Kits

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Bajio sunglasses

Sunglasses maker Bajio has teamed up with Ducks Unlimited and Mossy Oak to raise funds to protect and preserve the wetlands that both ducks and fish rely upon. The limited-edition "Kit for a Cause" kit includes a gift box, duck patch hat, camo sunglasses, duck microfiber bag, and canvas sunglass case. For every kit sold, Bajio will donate $30 to Ducks Unlimited, aiding their conservation efforts, totaling a $25,000 donation. Price: $289

Bajio Sunglasses Duck Unlimited Kits




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