Forager 14 Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 hi folks just wondered if any one on here has any thoughts (comments) on Strong Stuffs collars for the Ortovox Transmitter they come in two sizes 1" and 1.5" and i am not sure what size to purchase so i would appreciate your feed back before i purchase Forager Quote Link to post
Vermindog 1 Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Strong Stuffs collars for the Ortovox are spot on, just about the best collar I have ever had, have been useing them since February, My hunting mate and myself use Russells and Patterdales on everything from Rat thru Muskra,t Nutria(Coypu), Fox & Badger, and these collars are durable,reliable, and easy to clean, we found that the !.5 inch are to wide, whilst the 1 inch collars are exactly perfect, we work our Quarry in Holland,Belgium and Germany. I see that you are from Kent, that is where I am from originaly, up on the Downs near Charing, If and when you get you SS collars would appreciate feedback on how they stand up to the Chalk that abounds in Kent. Good Hunting. Rgds Dave. Quote Link to post
Strong Stuff 2,171 Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Unless you've got a huge dog then I'd recommend the 1" wide one, I originally only did the 1.5" wide ones because that is the depth of the actual Tx itself and it looked a nice neat job, however, what the fook would I know about it, I just make the collars, I'm definitely no Terrierman! I would strongly recommend that a cable tie is used around the flap when in use (they cost about £2 for a 100), not because I don't have confidence in my work, but because if a flap can be opened to put the Tx in, then murphys law says that it will open when you least want it to! So either a cable tie or a wrap of tape will ensure it can not come undone, at all, until you cut it off. I'm onto about Mk4 of these collars now, I made a 3/4" wide one recently for a lad that he seems happy with so that may be an option in future depending on his feedback. Hope that helps?! The collars and boxes may well be on show at the Welsh Gamefair in June, I'll be demonstrating them by seeing how quickly you can find the Irishman I've buried the night before ......... Quote Link to post
jessdale 416 Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 I had the 1.5 " collar originally,and used it no problems,but if you are working the dog in tight places the buckle on the collar can be a bit obstructive.I then asked SS to make me a 3/4 " collar and it is spot on.All the collar is doing is holding the transmitter so it does not need to excessive.The smaller collar is the same materials and great workmanship that will hold up to many years work.I have not tie wrapped mine up to now,not had any problems at all with the 1.5", but may do with the smaller velcro contact patch on the smaller collar. Quote Link to post
Forager 14 Posted March 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 thanks for everyones input its given me something to think about (1" or 3/4") it looks like one of each thanks again fellers Forager Vermindog i will et you know how i get on in the chalk Quote Link to post
Guest GoneToGround1 Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 i have a 1.5 and 1.0 both a little big on my bitch but spot on collars no doubt, velcro is spot on, everything else is too, im going to order a 3/4 pretty soon if thats ok with you SS??? Quote Link to post
Forager 14 Posted March 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 Strong Stuff are you making the 3/4" wide collars mate forager Quote Link to post
mantha 2 Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 spot on mate cant say a bad word about it a good investment i say Quote Link to post
Guest tophoncho Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 which transmitter box do you reccommend off ss Quote Link to post
Guest GoneToGround1 Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 which transmitter box do you reccommend off ss SS dont sell them bryan do, i was told barryvox pulse are the best, so i bought 1. i get on with it good and its peice of piss to use, £330 makes it £20 cheaper than bellman & flint and alot of people inluding myself rate them better..... Quote Link to post
Strong Stuff 2,171 Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 Just to clarify chaps, I haven't got an interest in the sale of the equipment, except that I make the collars, the rest is the bit Bryan does. I can make 3/4" wide collars with the pouch to fit the Tx, in black only and with brass buckle only. They will be £12 each on their own inc post from me, Bryan doesn't have any so please don't pester him for them! Thanks. A Quote Link to post
Guest GoneToGround1 Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 Just to clarify chaps, I haven't got an interest in the sale of the equipment, except that I make the collars, the rest is the bit Bryan does. I can make 3/4" wide collars with the pouch to fit the Tx, in black only and with brass buckle only. They will be £12 each on their own inc post from me, Bryan doesn't have any so please don't pester him for them! Thanks. A top man strongstuff you can do anything im not fussy any colour wil suit me pink with yellow spots would be better though, i dont exactly need the collar yet its summer time almost, any callout and ill use the '1' and have a 3/4 off you in 1 the summer shows, unless the old man will be nice LOL Quote Link to post
Guest ozzy Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 Unless you've got a huge dog then I'd recommend the 1" wide one, I originally only did the 1.5" wide ones because that is the depth of the actual Tx itself and it looked a nice neat job, however, what the fook would I know about it, I just make the collars, I'm definitely no Terrierman! I would strongly recommend that a cable tie is used around the flap when in use (they cost about £2 for a 100), not because I don't have confidence in my work, but because if a flap can be opened to put the Tx in, then murphys law says that it will open when you least want it to! So either a cable tie or a wrap of tape will ensure it can not come undone, at all, until you cut it off. I'm onto about Mk4 of these collars now, I made a 3/4" wide one recently for a lad that he seems happy with so that may be an option in future depending on his feedback. Hope that helps?! The collars and boxes may well be on show at the Welsh Gamefair in June, I'll be demonstrating them by seeing how quickly you can find the Irishman I've buried the night before ......... Quote Link to post
Guest ozzy Posted March 31, 2009 Report Share Posted March 31, 2009 Unless you've got a huge dog then I'd recommend the 1" wide one, I originally only did the 1.5" wide ones because that is the depth of the actual Tx itself and it looked a nice neat job, however, what the fook would I know about it, I just make the collars, I'm definitely no Terrierman! I would strongly recommend that a cable tie is used around the flap when in use (they cost about £2 for a 100), not because I don't have confidence in my work, but because if a flap can be opened to put the Tx in, then murphys law says that it will open when you least want it to! So either a cable tie or a wrap of tape will ensure it can not come undone, at all, until you cut it off. I'm onto about Mk4 of these collars now, I made a 3/4" wide one recently for a lad that he seems happy with so that may be an option in future depending on his feedback. Hope that helps?! The collars and boxes may well be on show at the Welsh Gamefair in June, I'll be demonstrating them by seeing how quickly you can find the Irishman I've buried the night before ......... :tongue2:the way i remeber it was englishmen in bed first then the welsh scot next ull never beat the irish Quote Link to post
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