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Need help choosing a field hook
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by herperadam on May 27, 2006
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I'm looking at three different field hooks right now and wonder what some other opinions are on the subject of which is best. I would really like the hook to be double gripped and i'm looking at between 30-36".
First is the Furmont stump ripper which I called to order on Thursday until I found out the total cost was $99.20 after engraving, double grip, shipping, and taxes since they just raised the base price to $77. I've never heard of anybody breaking a stump ripper but it is the priciest option.
Second option is the Midwest field hook $59.95 total..but doesn't offer a double grip and i'm not sure if they charge extra to get it in a shorter size than 45". I've heard of people breaking the Midwest hook but it has the lowest total cost.
The third option I see is by Animal Capture Equipment Hook-Em at $58 which comes standard double gripped, but don't know about shipping because for some reason the website only gives the option of overnight mail. Also, i've never heard anything about their hooks either good or bad.
So, I guess what i'm trying to figure out is if anybody here knows if the ACE hook is any good, or if the Furmont is really worth paying $40 more than the Midwest hook.
Heres a link to the ACE hook that i'm talking about in case nobody has heard of it. http://www.ace-cap.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=ACEI&Category_Code=H
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by Frawgg on May 27, 2006
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I've purchased my Furmont "Stump-Ripper" when I was in my early 20's. I will be 38 this summer and my "Stump-Ripper" (double shaft)is as durable now as the day I bought it. I have to agree with you that they are a bit pricey, but the durability is unmatched. The con of the "Stump-Ripper" is that they are heavier than Mid-Wests' (it's good to excercise the muscles anyway, right!? Besides, you'll be using it as a walking stick anyway.)An acquaintence proudly displayed her Mid-West field hook to me and I thought to myself that that hook in no way would have stood up to the abuses I put my "Stump-Ripper" through. I wouldn't go with the double grip...no need. Maybe consider a longer length for a field hook. Hope this helps!
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by Cro on May 28, 2006
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Adam: The Stump-Ripper is simply the best. It has a proven track record. Like Michael said, their durability is unmatched. I have a Furmont Stump-Ripper that is over 30 years old, and it has been used all over the country, and is still going strong. If you pay $100.00 for one, and it lasts 100 years, then it will only cost you $1.00 / year ! Not a bad price for owning the best, LOL !
I have owned Stump-Rippers with both the single and double gripps, and like the double grip the best. The reason for this is that it offers a second leverage point for turning heavy material. I agree with Michael that 36 inches is too short. You will find yourself using the Stump-Ripper as a hiking staff, and the 40 to 44 inch length is about right.
As far as the Animal Capture Equipment Hook-Em, well it looks like another copy of the Stump-Ripper. It might be as well made, and it might be as strong, and it might last 30 years, but it does not have the track record to prove it. If your major concern is money, then by all means get the Hook-Em and try it out. And let us know here how it is holding up every ten years or so. If you simply want the best, and are willing to pay a little more for the best, then get the Furmont Stump-Ripper.
Best Regards JohnZ
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by Chris_Harper on May 31, 2006
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The primary difference between the Furmont Stump Ripper and the Midwest Field hook is that the Furmont hook is double shafted. It's one tube inside of another, ergo adding weight. Midwest heard too many complaints about heavy hooks, and therefore decided to make a lightweight field hook. Somewhere along the line you have to decide which means more to you.
If you don't care about weight at all and want maximum durability, you can always buy a potato rake or a halligan tool.
[Hint: Google search it if you don't know. ;-) ]
~CH
PS - Had a great time at the beach.
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by herperadam on May 31, 2006
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Sorry, I should have specified that i'm looking at the single shafted stump ripper not the double shafted one.
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by Cro on June 1, 2006
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Adam: All of the Furmont Stump-Rippers I have owned have been the single shaft model. They are light weight and quite strong and well made.
I have just ordered a 40 inch Double Shaft, Double Grip Stump-Ripper. This hook should be even stronger, although somewhat heavier. This could be usefull in turning really heavy rocks and logs, and I want to try the ``C`` style hook end, which has a slightly different shape than the standard-stump ripper. I believe that end shape will be less likely to slide to the side when flipping tin. And it is just a bit more professional looking than a potato rake, LOL !
I can not comment on the durability of the Midwest Field Hook, as I have never owned one. If they will send me one to test, I promise that I will test it right alongside the Stump-Ripper, and will try my best to bend it, and to break it, in normal use that I would have put a Stump-Ripper through. All of these hooks are subject to break if you use them as a pry bar.
Let us know here which of the three hooks you end up purchasing.
Best Regards JohnZ
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by herperadam on June 1, 2006
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Thanks for the help everybody, I decided to go with the hook that i've never heard a complaint about and should last me the longest. I ordered a 36 inch single shaft, regular gripped, stump ripper with some custom engraving. They told me that there is no need to go with a double grip for that short of a hook or with a double shaft unless I want to tip over a boulder or something..which I don't anticipate lol. It should be here soon since they are in Texas nearby and shipping won't take long. Not to slander Midwest but Furmont was much more knowledgeable about the products they sell than anybody i've ever ordered on the phone with at Midwest has been in the 4 or 5 times i've ordered from them.
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by Chris_Harper on June 2, 2006
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Everyone I've ever known that used a Furmont Stump Ripper had the double shafted model. Go figure.
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by Cro on June 29, 2006
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Finally recieved my first Double Shafted Type ``B`` StumpRipper from Furmont today.
It feels as stout as a pry bar, and I really like the curve of the hook shape.
Am really looking forward to using it in the field, and comparing it to the single shafter ``A`` StumpRippers I have owned and used the past 35 years.
It is a bit heavier than the old ones, but I got it 4 inches shorter than standard size, which helps reduce the weight some, and should make it easier to get into and out of the car when road cruising.
I will keep you informed as I do my best to torture test it in the field, LOL !
Best Regards JohnZ
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by herperadam on June 29, 2006
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Thanks for the update, good to hear what you think of that hook. As far as my single shafted stumpripper I've used it probably 6 times now in the field and have to say that it is VERY light compared to other hooks i've used, my Midwest Collapsible, or Gentle Giant tongs. It's almost too light, I think I could have gone with the double shafted model without any problem as far as weight. The only complaint I have is that it would be better with the double grip since sometimes I find that in order to move something I have to use two hands. But if I ever need to add another grip i'm sure a golf store will have something that could be used without a problem. But other than that i've used it as a semi walking stick in the water to poke and make sure I don't bump into a turtle or alligator and all over the place on land and have had no problems with durability. So far so good with it.
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