There don't seem to be many for sale used, I take that as a good sign!
For anyone that has owned both, is the only difference the accessory pocket, and end cover?
It looks like the end cover is an option for the Dukier.
I had another thread, and other than bow quivers this was the most mentioned quiver, and it looks like what I'm looking for.
I believe the Dukier is a bit smaller in diameter. but not by a whole bunch. I went to the dukier from the arrowmaster because I also wear a backpack and just didn't need the accessory pocket. You really can't go wrong with either of them.
I prefer the duiker and use it at 3d shoots and for practice all the time. The big arrowmaster I tried the pocket was not that useful for me. I actually plan on selling or trading it at some point.
I love my Arrowmaster, pocket and all--I use it for hunting and tournaments. A friend has the Duiker--he loves it too. The Duiker is a bit smaller, no pocket. I use my pocket for everything. Great for bug dope, keys, etc. on local hunts...I use it for pencils, scorecards, bottle of water, etc. at tournaments. Best quiver I've used, bar none.
Chad
I use the Arrowmaster.
It is not only great when hunting, but if you have a takedown it can also hold your bow when packing in and out or dragging out game.
Here is mine on a DIY elk hunt. My two piece longbow is in the camo fleece sleeve in the quiver with my arrows.
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Ohh yes I should mention my arrows are 34" OAL will either model be long enough to keep them covered with the end cover?
I did not like the Safari tuff for my elk hunt last year and I sold it. That was a mistake because it's great for stumping and 3-D, so I just bought a used one. You have to try one to decicde if you like it or not!
They dont show up used often and they go pretty quick when they do. I picked up one used this spring and like it so far, I got for an alternate to my backquiver, I dont like bow quivers on my Hill bows.
Eric
What LBR and Westbrook said .
"Ohh yes I should mention my arrows are 34" OAL will either model be long enough to keep them covered with the end cover?"
I know the Arrowmaster will, and I think the Duiker will also. Might have to opt for the longer fletching cover--just ask Rod and he'll take care of it for you.
Ron, Rod is always looking for ways to improve his products. If you can point out what went wrong, he'll try to fix it. I've used mine in CO and NM for elk--couldn't ask for better (for me).
Chad
I really like my Arrowmaster. I used to think they were too big looking, but I was wrong. finally broke down and ordered one. It is very light. I forget it's on my shoulder. It's a super product.
The Arrowmaster is our go to quiver for John, Jason and me. It's the only one we trust for backcountry pack in or fly in hunts.
Mike
When it is time to go hunting, the Arrowmaster will be with me. I like the compartment; carries my license, extra string, camera, marking tape, etc. I like being able to carry lots of arrows, both broadhead and judo, and keep the fletching dry. Overall, just a great quiver.
I have both; for my style of hunting the Duiker works very well. They are top notch !
I used to make my own tube quivers until I broke down and bought he Arrowmaster. Love it. Never tried the Duiker though.
If your arrows are 34" end to end they will fit in the Arrowmaster.
Like Centaur said the extra pocket on the Arrowmaster comes in handy.
Inside the larger pouch is another small zippered pouch. I put my license, extra sting, extra shooting glove and some elastic bands (in case I have bulky clothes on) in there. If I need a stringer for the bow I am using I put that in the small zippered pouch also.
I keep my arm guard, shooting glove and a pair of wool gloves I use when hunting in the large pouch. The bow hand wool glove has the fingers cut off for my shooting glove to protrude.
I know if I have my bow and quiver I have everything I need to hunt and that I didn't leave anything in camp.
For me it works out great especially doing back country hunts.
Gil
I have the Duiker, can't believe you would need to hold more arrows than it holds, I purchased the cover as well, do not need another pocket, I use a backpack when hunting.
"Inside the larger pouch is another small zippered pouch."
Just a side note--the inner pouch has been eliminated on the latest model. The camo is updated, as is the shoulder strap and the "spine" of the quiver. I didn't think it could get any better, but Rod is never satisfied with "good enough".
Seems everybody who has one really likes them.I just ordered one the duiker model yesterday, my only concern is arrows rattling together, do any of you guys have this problem?
It has foam in the bottom--just push the points into it. No rattle problems here.
Too bad about the zippered pouch. That was a nice feature.
No arrow noise as Chad mentioned.
QuoteOriginally posted by wigeon:
Seems everybody who has one really likes them.I just ordered one the duiker model yesterday, my only concern is arrows rattling together, do any of you guys have this problem?
Never noticed it, The bottom holds the tip and broadheads can be inserted into foam, mine is like a rubber foam, good stuff!
Can't get much better endorsements than that!
It's on my list for the Fall. As mentioned, you gotta try it to know for sure, but too many seem real happy with them.
I used the arrowmaster with a camelback daypack last year for hunting mulies out in the sage brush. I just could not get comfortable with that setup while hunting. The biggest problem was that the arrownaster wanted to slide when I did not want it to so I had to use a couple of safety pins to keep in place.So I am trying anew idea of the hornhunter pack with tying the arrow quiver that come with it in a way that is conducive to spot and stalking. I will let you know how it works out.
The latest model has a modified shoulder strap to help eliminate that problem.
There's no one perfect quiver for every situation, but this one is the best all-around I've ever used.
Rod isn't just a shooter, he's also an avid hunter, and has lots of field testers--including Denny Sturgis Jr. Can't get much better testing than that!
QuoteOriginally posted by skilonbw:
I used the arrowmaster with a camelback daypack last year for hunting mulies out in the sage brush. I just could not get comfortable with that setup while hunting. The biggest problem was that the arrownaster wanted to slide when I did not want it to so I had to use a couple of safety pins to keep in place.So I am trying anew idea of the hornhunter pack with tying the arrow quiver that come with it in a way that is conducive to spot and stalking. I will let you know how it works out.
I'll be using a Camelback as well, it's a smaller day pack. That's why I was thinking I could get by with the dukier.
I use my Arrowmaster with a fanny pack and I am fine. I can see where a daypack would give you trouble. When I pack in I attach it to my back pack with my bow inside, but that is hiking not hunting.
When I hunt with any side quiver I use a fanny pack.
Gil
I dislike bow quivers and so an 'off the bow quiver' is really my only option .
As such I have used back quivers and side stalkers for years ... they are all good and all have their merits ... but I always have had concerns when doing high country or long range hunts about carrying my back pack AND my side quiver or Arrowmaster in terms of accessibility and noise etc ...
I try and carry as little gear as possible but in my Alpine hunting or long day hunts on the plains needs must that I carry extra gear which means a back pack . ANd I have felt a bit over encumbererd with "gear" when carrying packs and quivers ... until I got my Arrowmaster.
Last month in the STH Island of New Zealand I carried my Bison back pack and my Arrowmaster .... rain , pelting rain , snow ..... didn't matter much because my arrows were dry and most of all carried quietly with that quick arrow retrieval that makes the quiver such a fine hunting tool.
I worry and fuss over gear a bit too much sometimes and was concerned about the pack and quiver in the varied terrian I hunt in ... palis , desert , forest , snow ...
No need ... worked absoluetly flawlessly ,,, Its pretty rare that I find gear that I can't find something to nit pick about, nor try to improve ... Not with this quiver ... its just about perfect for me.
I must also say that as an avowed stump shooter and small game hunter ... it lets you carry heaps of arrows easily ... field points , judo's , blunts and b'heads are often all in my quiver at the same time .... try doing that with any other quiver ...
Can't say enough good things about my Arrowmaster. Fits just right and no problem for me with arrows rattling around.
Thanks to a member here, I have one on the way!
I'm excited to get it slung up and to get some stumpin, 3-D, and hoggin' in!
It also looks like it's a great way to keep your arrows stored in the rare occasions I don't have my bow in hand!
QuoteOriginally posted by ron w:
I did not like the Safari tuff for my elk hunt last year and I sold it. That was a mistake because it's great for stumping and 3-D, so I just bought a used one. You have to try one to decicde if you like it or not!
Ron has my old Safari tuff. I hope you give it a lot of good mileage.
I never figured out a good way to store the arrows where ther didn't get "tangled" .... I'm sure I wasn't doing something right. Also, the arrows that were closest to my back (on the bottom) always showed more wear on the fletching. Again, I'm sure I
wasn't doing something right.
Just a heads up that we have a few of the old camo models still available stuffed away in the back for those of you that liked the older pattern, once their gone nothing but the new , but those a great as well.