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Thanks to John Rhoades for sending us this video featuring his daughter Halle’s first deer hunt and John’s buck hunting kill last month.
John’s description of the video: “First buck with a bow. A late season scrub 10 point that I filmed and shot from a KillZone Turret XL Hub Style Ground Blind.”
What’s better than getting your first deer? Getting it on your birthday! Congratulations to Jonathan from Pennsylvania for getting his first deer on October 21, 2011. Watch the video for the whole replay of this youth’s successful deer hunt.
Jonathan and his uncle used a KillZone Turret XL ground blind for their hunt. This ground blind blends in well with late season hunting in the open woods or on the edge of a field.
Nothing compares to the adrenaline rush of seeing a kid get his first buck! This video shows Jonathan, a Pennsylvania youth hunter, on a deer hunt with his uncle. Jonathan got a perfect shot on a beautiful buck and tracked it down with no problem. The buck came in to the decoy at about 16 or 17 yards, and Jonathan shot him with a Parker crossbow and a G5 striker for a dead-on double lung shot.
“If you get a chance to take a kid out hunting,” Jonathan’s uncle says, “take them out hunting. It can change their life and your life forever.” Jonathan and his uncle hunted from the KillZone Turret XL ground blind, available in Zero Detect, Autumn Wooded Oak, and Open Woods camo.
Thanks to one of our customers for posting this buck picture on our Facebook fan page!
Deer hunting success
“Taken last weekend from my Turret XL in the pouring rain and slushy snow. It was too ugly to sit on a stand, so the KillZone was the only way I was going to go out that afternoon. Thank goodness I’d done some minor repairs to it from last winter’s blizzard and had it set up and waiting…sat for two hours before the deer started coming out…grunted this one away from a doe across the field and shot him just before he climbed in the blind with me…lol.
Thanks KillZone for giving me a dry roof over my head last Saturday!”
Check out these reviews for the KillZone Turret XL Hunting Blind!
"This blind is a steal for the price!" - Frank Pallo Jr.
“Can’t beat the price, and it’s just as good as more expensive ones we’ve seen in local sporting goods stores. Super fast setup—brainless, really—and quick and easy take-down. Great windows, with screens. Bought a 2nd one because we were so pleased with the first. Can be used for deer or waterfowl, as the top opens up.”
- M. Koi
“Used a Brickhouse blind for years; it worked ok with the poles and velcro, but when I found this KillZone for the super price and the super quality, I am super pleased—quick setup and SILENT WINDOWS. Thanks, KillZone! Anyone who blind hunts will love this complete deal. Good luck and be safe.”
- Stikman
“I previously had a blind that opened easily but you had to manually add in 2 tent poles to prop up the roof. It was very hard to do, especially in the dark. I had been looking to purchase another blind that was bigger and easier to put up. I had been wanting to try one of those $300-$400 blinds but had read a lot of negative reviews about them. And watching YouTube videos of the process of setting them up looked extremely confusing. Also, that was another of the complaints that kept popping up on reviews of these more expensive blinds.
I found out about the KillZone Turret XL on the huntingpa.com website. i had never heard of the company, so I decided to look it up. Once I saw the video of how incredibly easy it was to set up, I was sold. Of course I was expecting this blind to run well over $300. WRONG! I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw it listed for under $100. I didn’t hesitate to order it that moment.
"Anyone who blind hunts will love this complete deal." - Stikman
The blind arrived and from the moment I opened the box I was pleased. This blind sets up every bit as easily as the video shows. I had it out of the bag and set up in about 2 minutes. When I crawled inside I was even more pleased. I found 2 large pockets for storage. Small details make the difference! As I start playing around with the windows, I see that the side vertical windows have the mesh with the slit to slide a gun out of. Beautiful! I’m thinking, I wish the mesh came off for bowhunting. And what do you know…they are held on with velcro. I ripped them off and put them in the inner storage pockets. Also, on the outside there are straps all the way around to add branches to help break up the silhouette. Incredible!
This blind is a steal for the price! I truly can’t believe I found such a quality blind that is so easy to set up, has great features (big and small) that make this blind worth its weight in gold. And it won’t break the bank. KillZone has made an incredible product and priced it for every hunter. Kudos, guys! Love your Turret XL!”
- Frank Pallo Jr.
“You can’t beat the price of the blind. It is better in person than in the picture. Setup really only takes about a minute. I’m exited to shoot my first deer out of it.”
- Matt Harmon
“Great looking blind and sets up easy. Just tape the zippers so they don’t make noise. The blind like all the others needs better ground stakes. But will use my own tent pegs instead.”
- Dannie W.
“Came as expected and very easy to assemble and take down. Seemed very solid and made nice for the price. Grandchildren like it as well. Set it up in the living room and they thought they were camping and slept in it.”
- M. Keyes
“I shopped retail stores and online and this blind was by far the best quality and best price. My son-in-law put it up in the yard as soon as he opened it.”
- Debbie S.
The following KillZone customer sent in a picture of his first kill from his new Turret XL ground blind. Here’s what he had to say:
“A few months ago I purchased my blind from you and on the first morning of our turkey season it was raining as we placed the blind at the end of a field. In less than one hour setting and calling from my nice and dry ground blind, we both killed a “double” at just 15yrds from the blind!
Great product…Can’t wait till deer season now!”
Thanks KillZone,
Spencer Judd
Turkey hunter Spencer Judd makes a kill from the Turret XL blind.
"Snaps up in an instant to provide comfort and shelter while hunting." - Islandman
“Awesome deal! There are way more expensive pop-up blinds out there that are not as good as this one. Not to mention very light and portable and a breeze to set up and take down. I got it a couple weeks ago and just started using it this week for crossbow season, and when general gun starts, I will still be using it. Perfect for every hunting season or just taking wildlife photos.”
- Joseph B.
“One of the best purchases I ever made. Excellent blind for an exceedingly reasonable price.”
- Peter C.
“This blind is the neatest thing since sliced bread! It is so compact and portable but snaps up in an instance to provide shelter and comfort while hunting! Can’t wait to use it this deer season! You won’t beat this price anywhere either!
- “Islandman”
"This is the third blind I have owned. It is the best." - B Shooter
“I think this is great blind for the price. I purchased this blind because my daughter is now old enough to come with me deer hunting and my old blind is too small for two people. The Turret XL has lots of room. Compared to my pop up blind I find it easier to set up and take down.”
- “Tigger”
“Had the Turret XL Zero Detect in the backyard and it seemed to blend right in with the sand and grass, set it up in my hunting woods this evening and I think it does a great job of blending there as well! Loving the Zero Detect so far!”
- Travis C.
“Glad I bought it. Great blind. This is the third blind I have owned. It is the best.
Fast to set up. Lots of room inside. Great camo. Great windows.
Two things bad: cheap stakes too short. Need two tie downs on each corner for better wind stability.”
- “B Shooter”
KillZone Turret XL Blind - Available in Autumn Wooded Oak and Zero-Detect Camouflage
Looking for a cheaper ground blind? Here’s some snippets from a forum discussion on ArcheryTalk.com about KillZone Hunting blinds.
After a question from a forum user about recommendations on finding a cheaper ground blind that fit his budget, these hunters responded with the following advice:
“You might want to look into the KillZone blinds. I have the Turret XL (link below) and it’s a quality blind. Tons of space and very easy set up.” Another hunter chimed in, “I would second this. Great blind for the money. Plus, free shipping.”
“I was looking to get two new blinds this year. After hearing about the KillZone blinds and doing some research, I decided to purchase two of them. Should be here this week. The videos and pictures I have seen and all the reviews I have read make them sound pretty dang good for the money. I’ve yet to see a negative review posted about them.”
“Hmmm that Killzone XL looks rather sweet. Especially at that price!”
“That’s was the same thing I thought when I first saw them. Did some research and checked all the reviews. I’ve yet to see any negative feedback on them. I bought two that are on the way and will probably get a third after I have a chance to check out the quality.”
When some questions came up about features on the KillZone blinds, these hunters said:
“How is the shoot thru mesh on the KillZone blinds. I just watched the setup video they look pretty easy.”
“Haven’t shot through mine yet. They are very easy to set up. I have set it up a half dozen times with no problems. Just pull one of the walls out first, then the roof, then the other three walls. Reverse for take down. The carry bag is nice and has room for my chair and a few other odds and ends like turkey decoys.”
“Set up is really easy with these blinds. Haven’t shot through the mesh yet but hopefully I’ll be able to tell you soon, season opens the 20th here…NOT SOON ENOUGH!!”
You can read the full discussion at ArcheryTalk.com.
The October 2010 edition of Buckmasters Whitetail Magazine featured the KillZone Turret ground blinds with Zero-Detect camouflage. Along with the Autumn Wooded Oak camouflage, the new Zero-Detect pattern provides more options for blending in to any setting.
The Turret XL is a "light, fast and highly portable choice in ground blinds" according to Buckmasters editor Ken Piper.
Ken Piper, editor of Buckmasters, tested out the Turret XL blind with his daughter and dubbed it a “great value, offering a light, fast and highly portable choice in ground blinds.”
In anticipation of the last hunting season before his daughter Megan’s first year of college, Piper and his daughter tried out a few blinds, looking for just the right one for Megan’s first bowhunting experience. Piper described their experience using the KillZone Turret XL:
“We set up a Turret XL this summer to see if Megan would be able to shoot from a ground blind. The Turret XL set up quickly, felt solid (but still very light) and had plenty of room for both of us. The Zero-Detect camouflage is versatile enough to blend into any setting, especially with a little brushing in. Hopefully I’ll have a buck story and pictures to share later this fall.”
The Turret XL blind features a hub and pole design that sets up in no time and packs up just as easily. Windows on all sides and a zippered roof hatch offer 360-degree visibility.
The Turret Pop Up blind features a lightweight steel pop-up frame for fast setup and takedown. The full-size zippered door makes it easy to get all of your equipment in and out with no hassle.
Both the Turret Pop Up and XL blinds come with a scentless carbon interior, weatherproof polyester fabric, shoot-through camo mesh, and a backpack case for hands-free carrying.
The Zero Detect camo blends in with wooded areas as well as lush green ones (see below).
Thanks to Travis of north Florida for this review of the Turret XL Zero Detect hunting blind, posted on the Archery Talk forum!
There was good reasoning behind my wanting to try a ground blind this hunting season. I have used them in the past, for bow and gun hunting, but only during Spring gobbler season. I hunt in North Florida, and the season date changes this year were dramatic. I noticed very quickly that several aspects of my hunting routine were about to follow suit. The tree canopy around my creek stand is simply too thick and green in early September. My answer…a ground blind!
I found the ground blinds from www.killzonehunting.com online and they immediately peaked my interest. I could not afford some of the available blinds, and did not want something that would not be of good quality. These blinds are apparently in high demand as well, so I had to settle with ordering the Turret XL over the 360 model, since I insisted on the Zero Detect camo.
I received the blind within just a couple of days, not bad for free shipping! From the outside in, I will give you my opinions on the complete assembly.
The shoulder straps on the Turret XL’s carrying bag were cushioned and comfortable. This makes it very nice to carry in and out of the woods and leave your hands free for other items. I can even pack the blind on my back and still sling my bow. I first set the blind up in my back yard to test it out a little, get accustomed to shooting from it, and also to let it air out a day or two before placing it in the woods.
The Zero-Detect blind blends in well with greens as well as browns and grays.
Once I found where I wanted to locate the blind near the creek and white oaks on my property, I cleared a spot under a palm tree that allowed for a backdrop and some natural shooting lanes. The exterior of the blind is constructed of a non-sheen material so it does not have the glossy look of some blinds in the woods. The blind has a strip sewn in around the circumference of the top that helps in brushing the blind itself in. A few well-placed limbs in front also seem to help break up any outline.
I was amazed at how well the Zero Detect camo blends in with multiple surroundings. It blended with the floor of this ecotone area as well as it did on the wood line behind my house. I placed a solid plastic chair inside the blind and can easily keep my bow in its holder, with a nocked arrow. There would be plenty of room inside for a cameraman or another hunter.
The windows offer plenty of vision and open area for shot opportunities, however I would like to try the 360 blind in the Zero Detect when available since it gives you full 360 degree availability in sections. I have owned a popular 360 blind in the past, but found I did not like the clamshell style window that is simply pulled down all the way around. That only allows for more open areas than necessary, and more chance of being spotted! The windows and netting are mostly held in place by a bungee loop system that is completely silent opening and closing. The only window downfall I found was on the vertical windows in the corners. Velcro holds the corner windows in place and this would be the one thing I would change on this blind. But hey, for the price of this blind I can live with one flaw.
The shoot thru netting on the Turret XL also has slits for shotgun or rifle hunters, which will be a great advantage during turkey season! The inside of the blind is completely blacked out, so that helps to hide any movement inside and gives you a little freedom of movement. It also has a sewn in storage pouch inside handy for storing items such as calls, range finders, etc.
To sum up this length review I would have to say I would highly recommend trying one of the blinds from www.killzonehunting.com, be it the Turret XL or the 360.
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The Zero-Detect camo on the Turret XL blind blends right in with the sand and grass of north Florida.
View from inside the Turret XL blind
You can find the full review posted at ArcheryTalk.com.
