Walmart deer stand, good deal??
08-25-2004, 08:52 AM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Springfield, Illinois
Posts: 94
Walmart deer stand, good deal??
Walmart has the King Kong Chain on treestand for $70. It includes a Lineman's style full body harness, 24"x30" platform, dual straps, nylon bushings and washers, weighs 18 lbs, removable back rest, and Gorilla name brand. I check out Cabela's and Basspro and they were both $90 for the stand and $30 for the back rest. I would like to get 2 new stands, this seems like the best deal I have found so far.
Anything wrong with this stand??
Steve
Anything wrong with this stand??
Steve
08-25-2004, 10:22 AM
#2
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: Columbia, SC
Posts: 18
RE: Walmart deer stand, good deal??
If it is the same stand as you see in the catalogs...then what is the dilema? If anything, it may be last year's model. Also, be sure it is approved by TMA...
If all of that checks out...i say get 'em. A stand is a stand...whether you get raked over the coals at a local pro shop or if you get it on blue-light special at wally-world...
If all of that checks out...i say get 'em. A stand is a stand...whether you get raked over the coals at a local pro shop or if you get it on blue-light special at wally-world...
08-25-2004, 10:45 AM
#3
Giant Nontypical
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Burleson TX USA
Posts: 6,455
RE: Walmart deer stand, good deal??
For that price go for it.
I use Gorilla stands and IMO they are great.
What I would do tho is take the chain off and put a ratchet strap on.
makes it a little quiter when packing it in
I use Gorilla stands and IMO they are great.
What I would do tho is take the chain off and put a ratchet strap on.
makes it a little quiter when packing it in
08-25-2004, 11:21 AM
#4
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Southern WI
Posts: 1,766
RE: Walmart deer stand, good deal??
I saw that same one at wally world. I couldn't believe it but I guess it is true. I may be picking up a couple this weekend. I have a few of their stands and have been very happy with them so far. And as far as I can tell they are the same as the ones at cabelas.
08-25-2004, 11:24 AM
#5
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: St. Mary\'s County Maryland USA
Posts: 393
RE: Walmart deer stand, good deal??
I saw them there and planned on getting one. Went back and they were gone. Went back a week later and they were there again. Got one, it's already hung and I'm planning on hunting it tomorrow night (crop damage permit).
It's big, comfy and I like the linemans rest. I'll let you know how it does.
It's big, comfy and I like the linemans rest. I'll let you know how it does.
08-25-2004, 01:44 PM
#8
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Springfield, Illinois
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RE: Walmart deer stand, good deal??
I have heard a couple of people say to change out the chain with a ratchet strap. Besides the quiter haul into the timber, are there any advantage to switching the chain? It would seem you would be losing strength.
Thanks
Steve
Thanks
Steve
08-25-2004, 08:08 PM
#9
Fork Horn
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: North Central Illinois
Posts: 420
RE: Walmart deer stand, good deal??
i have a baby gorilla stand and love it. galyans used to sell them for around 50 bucks, not sure if they still do. i also love cabelas hang on stands with removable brackets. i gave mine to my brother in law but might get another.
08-30-2004, 07:50 AM
#10
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Springfield, Illinois
Posts: 94
RE: Walmart deer stand, good deal??
Well I checkout out the local market, checked online, and decided to get the stand. I printed out the sheet and went to Walmart to pick 2 of them up. When I got to the register they rang up as $75 instead of $69.82 as posted in the store. After arguing with the cashier she gave me on at that price and one at an additional $3 off. So I did OK.
Apparently Walmart has been reading my posts
Steve
Apparently Walmart has been reading my posts
Steve