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Scent Killer

Discussion in 'Bowhunting Talk' started by early in, Oct 17, 2024 at 2:02 PM.

  1. early in

    early in Grizzled Veteran

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    Just curious how many folks use Scent Killer, and do you think it actually helps? I use it, but often wonder how well it really works.
     
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    NebMo Hunter Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I've used the scentkiller spray (and same product from other companies.)
    also the bodywash and laundry soap.
    I also use Ozone

    I think what works best is playing the wind, but if these things each give me a couple % gain I'll take it.

    I've had hunts where I haven't showered in like 2 days at camp, keep my layers outside between hunts, get dressed and undressed outside and spray everything including my boots and killed deer. I've also used none of the spray and killed deer.
     
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    I could go back and find it but they used the spray to see if it could defeat scent working dogs. It didn’t work even in the slightest.


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    Playing the wind will always be the most important factor. I use ozone to treat clothing and gear, I think it helps. After trying several sprays and laundry detergent, I am not convinced any of it works well enough to justify the "hunting mark up" over scent-free non hunting brands.
     
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    I do use it, it’s been part of my process to get ready since forever. I don’t think it’s a god send but I think it does help on some odors. I’ll spray myself once I get dressed at my truck and spray my stand, sticks and pack.
     
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    I will treat my clothes with ozone intermittently and I use scent free laundry and body soaps. I don’t use any other sprays or scents.


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    been using the S K Spray/Dry for a while now ... I dont think it hurts to use it, I try to keep my clothes clean(Sportwash)/air'd out/in scent safe carry bags, use the "Hunters Shampoo", etc. and I do spray down and I STILL play the wind .... I use a small ozone generator in the truck, just to keep smells at a minimum, dont drive with it on either, not sure if it would hurt the lungs .. ..... I guess its all some stuff I just do as a hunting regimen, same as setting up my gear and Bow ..
     
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