Looking to buy a pack that can pack everything from a light weight carbine to a 25" Bolt Action. Does not need to carry camping gear, only the basics for 1-2 day hunt. Thanks
Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
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Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
I assume you're wanting one of the Eberlestock packs with the integrated scabbards? With this in mind, when you're talking "light weight carbine" do you mean an AR type platform or a lever action/bolt action? Here's my opinion based on the two options:
--AR platform: original Gunslinger, Gunslinger II, or Phantom. The scabbard is wider and will accomodate the wider cross section of an AR, even with optics. The actual pack capacity (main internal bay, not including the scabbard area) with these packs is well suited for 2-3 days worth of gear and can be easily compressed if you want to use them as a daypack.
--Lever/Bolt action: the same options above but you can add the X1A1, X1 Euro, and J34 Just One packs. The scabbards are more narrow & won't adequately accomodate AR platforms but are great for standard bolt rifles with optics or lever rifles with open sights. The capacity of the X1A1 & X1 Euro is perfectly suited as a daypack but might not carry 2 days worth of gear (don't know what kind of hunting/usage you'll be doing). The J34 Just One will easily carry your gear but the scabbard is too narrow for AR type rifles.
In the end, what you'll need to ask yourself is exactly what do you need the pack to do & select based on you needs. Eberlestock makes versitile but in some cases very mission specific packs. Packs like the Gunslinger II can be perfect for numerous applications, from 2-3 day remote hunting haulers to range packs. Then you have their Skycrane II which is way too large for use as a range pack & isn't designed with an integrated scabbard. Determine what you need the pack to do first then select based on fulfulling those needs...
Hope this helps & don't hesitate to ask if you have any other questions.
Ceylon
deltaoutdoorsman.com
(901)334-6808
I assume you're wanting one of the Eberlestock packs with the integrated scabbards? With this in mind, when you're talking "light weight carbine" do you mean an AR type platform or a lever action/bolt action? Here's my opinion based on the two options:
--AR platform: original Gunslinger, Gunslinger II, or Phantom. The scabbard is wider and will accomodate the wider cross section of an AR, even with optics. The actual pack capacity (main internal bay, not including the scabbard area) with these packs is well suited for 2-3 days worth of gear and can be easily compressed if you want to use them as a daypack.
--Lever/Bolt action: the same options above but you can add the X1A1, X1 Euro, and J34 Just One packs. The scabbards are more narrow & won't adequately accomodate AR platforms but are great for standard bolt rifles with optics or lever rifles with open sights. The capacity of the X1A1 & X1 Euro is perfectly suited as a daypack but might not carry 2 days worth of gear (don't know what kind of hunting/usage you'll be doing). The J34 Just One will easily carry your gear but the scabbard is too narrow for AR type rifles.
In the end, what you'll need to ask yourself is exactly what do you need the pack to do & select based on you needs. Eberlestock makes versitile but in some cases very mission specific packs. Packs like the Gunslinger II can be perfect for numerous applications, from 2-3 day remote hunting haulers to range packs. Then you have their Skycrane II which is way too large for use as a range pack & isn't designed with an integrated scabbard. Determine what you need the pack to do first then select based on fulfulling those needs...
Hope this helps & don't hesitate to ask if you have any other questions.
Ceylon
deltaoutdoorsman.com
(901)334-6808
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
Ceylon, thanks for that. I will call you to discuss Sept. 12th group buy on the GSII, when is a good time call?
Ceylon, thanks for that. I will call you to discuss Sept. 12th group buy on the GSII, when is a good time call?
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
Sounds like gunslinger II would be good for your needs. I have dragonfly which is great if you want an expandable versatile pack.
Sounds like gunslinger II would be good for your needs. I have dragonfly which is great if you want an expandable versatile pack.
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
Ceylonc is a good guy. I recommend you buy your pack from him.
Ceylonc is a good guy. I recommend you buy your pack from him.
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
Definitly buy from Ceylon. Best deals, and even better customer service.
Definitly buy from Ceylon. Best deals, and even better customer service.
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
I have a gunslingerII and a X1, gunslinger may be too big for what you want. X1 is a nice pack.
I have a gunslingerII and a X1, gunslinger may be too big for what you want. X1 is a nice pack.
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
Ordered a Gunslinger II from Ceylon, for sure a good guy to deal with, had a great visit with him also. -Brandon
Ordered a Gunslinger II from Ceylon, for sure a good guy to deal with, had a great visit with him also. -Brandon
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
Received my pack today and couldn't have been more pleased with the customer service and quality. Brandon
Received my pack today and couldn't have been more pleased with the customer service and quality. Brandon
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
nice write up ceylonc.
Are the scabbards on the X1 big enough to accomodate large bolt action with big optics?
I have an AI with a large 56mm objective scope... but after a pack that doesnt make me look like im on tour
nice write up ceylonc.
Are the scabbards on the X1 big enough to accomodate large bolt action with big optics?
I have an AI with a large 56mm objective scope... but after a pack that doesnt make me look like im on tour
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: vman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are the scabbards on the X1 big enough to accomodate large bolt action with big optics?
I have an AI with a large 56mm objective scope... but after a pack that doesnt make me look like im on tour </div></div>
If not which model?
I've been wondering the same thing. I saw one at Bob Wards the other day and thought, "Cool pack. My rifle will NEVER fit in that!".
John
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: vman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are the scabbards on the X1 big enough to accomodate large bolt action with big optics?
I have an AI with a large 56mm objective scope... but after a pack that doesnt make me look like im on tour </div></div>
If not which model?
I've been wondering the same thing. I saw one at Bob Wards the other day and thought, "Cool pack. My rifle will NEVER fit in that!".
John
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
The X1 will probably not be the rifle for you then, I had an X1 for a little while and it was a struggle to get my rifle in the scabbard. At the time I was running a Remington 700 in a McMillan A4 with a Nightforce 3.5-15X50 F1 and with the Harris bipod I had to wiggle and shimmy that pack to get it to go in. My other rifle was in a B&C Light Tactical and it went in just fine but it didn't seem to like the bulkier stocks. I makes sense though because my understanding is that the X1 was more or less a hunting pack and not a dyed in the wool tactical pack. That being said I loved the X1's layout but after having the Gunslinger II for over a year now I'm over it...to me the GSII is a perfect all around pack for short trips and tactical matches.
The X1 will probably not be the rifle for you then, I had an X1 for a little while and it was a struggle to get my rifle in the scabbard. At the time I was running a Remington 700 in a McMillan A4 with a Nightforce 3.5-15X50 F1 and with the Harris bipod I had to wiggle and shimmy that pack to get it to go in. My other rifle was in a B&C Light Tactical and it went in just fine but it didn't seem to like the bulkier stocks. I makes sense though because my understanding is that the X1 was more or less a hunting pack and not a dyed in the wool tactical pack. That being said I loved the X1's layout but after having the Gunslinger II for over a year now I'm over it...to me the GSII is a perfect all around pack for short trips and tactical matches.
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
GSI or GSII. I have a Gunslinger and it fits a 26" 700 in an McMA5 with a USO 5-25 TPal, 10rd AICS mag and harris swivel bipod.
I think my buddies GSII has better layout as far as the main pack, but they both kick ass. The actual pack on my GS05 (GSI) isn't bigger than a SpecOps "The Pack" or any other "3day" pack.
GSI or GSII. I have a Gunslinger and it fits a 26" 700 in an McMA5 with a USO 5-25 TPal, 10rd AICS mag and harris swivel bipod.
I think my buddies GSII has better layout as far as the main pack, but they both kick ass. The actual pack on my GS05 (GSI) isn't bigger than a SpecOps "The Pack" or any other "3day" pack.
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sobrbiker883</div><div class="ubbcode-body">GSI or GSII. I have a Gunslinger and it fits a 26" 700 in an McMA5 with a USO 5-25 TPal, 10rd AICS mag and harris swivel bipod.
I think my buddies GSII has better layout as far as the main pack, but they both kick ass. The actual pack on my GS05 (GSI) isn't bigger than a SpecOps "The Pack" or any other "3day" pack. </div></div>
I have a Vortex Razor on my Tikka with a Manner's T4 and the Harris swivel. The Razor is HUGE. Would it fit in either of those, or is one more forgiving than the other?
John
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sobrbiker883</div><div class="ubbcode-body">GSI or GSII. I have a Gunslinger and it fits a 26" 700 in an McMA5 with a USO 5-25 TPal, 10rd AICS mag and harris swivel bipod.
I think my buddies GSII has better layout as far as the main pack, but they both kick ass. The actual pack on my GS05 (GSI) isn't bigger than a SpecOps "The Pack" or any other "3day" pack. </div></div>
I have a Vortex Razor on my Tikka with a Manner's T4 and the Harris swivel. The Razor is HUGE. Would it fit in either of those, or is one more forgiving than the other?
John
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
Either Gunslinger pack should be able to handle that set up since the scabbard is as wide as the pack. The bottom of the Gunslinger II's scabbard is wider so that rifles can be carried buttstock down or up a little easier but other than that the scabbards are pretty much the same.
Either Gunslinger pack should be able to handle that set up since the scabbard is as wide as the pack. The bottom of the Gunslinger II's scabbard is wider so that rifles can be carried buttstock down or up a little easier but other than that the scabbards are pretty much the same.
Re: Which Eberlestock Pack to Buy???
If you take a look at the third photo here:
http://store.accuracyinternationalsrt.com/products/Eberlestock-Gunslinger-II-Ranger-Green.html
you can see what a Gunslinger II looks like loaded up with a 20" AE MkII folder, mounted with a Nightforce 5.5-22 and Harris bipod.
If you take a look at the third photo here:
http://store.accuracyinternationalsrt.com/products/Eberlestock-Gunslinger-II-Ranger-Green.html
you can see what a Gunslinger II looks like loaded up with a 20" AE MkII folder, mounted with a Nightforce 5.5-22 and Harris bipod.
