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Buying used falconry equipment: what to check
Assess used falconry equipment by fit, condition and serviceability, ask useful questions, and know when an experienced inspection is needed.
Gear & tech
Scales, telemetry, perches and hoods: the kit and how to use it well.
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6 articles
Gear & tech·5 min read
Falconry equipment for beginners: what each item does
Understand the purpose of gloves, jesses, hoods, lures, scales and telemetry, and plan a suitable falconry kit with an experienced mentor.
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Falconry field kit: what to pack before leaving
Plan a falconry field kit around your bird, location and recovery plan, with a practical packing routine and checks before leaving home.
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Falconry hood types: style, purpose and fit
Compare common falconry hood styles, understand what a hood does, and learn why individual fit matters more than the name of the design.
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Falconry telemetry: bells, radio and GPS explained
Understand how bells, radio telemetry and GPS tracking differ, what each can tell you, and why recovery practice matters before free flight.
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How to weigh a hawk accurately: scales, timing and routine
Same scale, same time, same perch. The small habits that make a daily weigh-in mean something, plus how to choose, check and set up a falconry scale.
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