The "Ideal" box blind

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  1. Dylan Keehn

    Dylan Keehn Newb

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    Looking at building a blind for my plot....just want to see what you guys would look for in your "ideal" all around hunting blind. (mobility? features? accessories? etc.) Basically what would the "perfect" blind be to you? Give me some ideas!
    Thanks!
     
  2. rick-florida

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    I don't have one but was reading where a box blind on wheels can be moved around the food plot as needed and the deer, once used to it, don't seem to notice it being relocated. So were I to build one I'd probably go that route.
     
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    Any pictures of other hunters bow hunting blind set ups?
     
  4. Shocker99

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    Yea the hay wagon blinds or trailer blinds are cool. Hook em up to tractor or ATV and put em right where you want em
     
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    drycreek Weekend Warrior

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    Here is mine. Made out of a utility panel turned in a circle and mounted on a commercial platform covered in camo.
     

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    ultisportsman1 Weekend Warrior

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    That's a nice set up


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    Thats really a nice setup..
     
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    For a "box" blind I want:

    Windows that flip open (on the inside), not sliding windows.
    Limited windows on the back wall
    Extreme blackout inside
    Insulated
    Carpeted floors, ceilings, walls to cut down on noise (maybe not carpet, but quilted or something)
    Taller vertical windows like the redneck for bow hunting
    Built in bow/gun hangers
     
  9. Robson

    Robson Weekend Warrior

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    A few more I forgot-

    fully stocked bar
    60' flat screen w/ NFL Sunday ticket
    pizza oven
    flush toilets
    floor to ceiling brass pole
     
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    Mitchellhunt99 Weekend Warrior

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    I'm currently building one on a hay wagon. It's 8x14' with 8' walls so I have plenty of room to stand and shoot. IMG_3110.jpg IMG_3105.jpg
     
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    Being in corn growing country the deer are used to any type of wagon sitting around. Lot of guys use the gravity flow wagon for their blind. Build the blind on top of the box so it can be removed for harvest next year. Heavy and stable enough the wind don't bother it.
     

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