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O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 Throughout the years, most true falconers have aspired to use Ben Long products, for, as all discerning falconers will know, they In these are rated the best in the original designs, world for quality, style, only the best function and fit. materials are used, giving a supremely functional item which is unsurpassed in its beauty and elegance. Member of the Federation of Professional Falconers 1 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 Anglo-Indian style Suitability: All longwings, shortwings, broadwings Specification: Externally butt-stitched or bonded, coloured and lacquered Gold or silver ornamented Turk’s Head topknot “Nina” Especially for small hawks and falcons up to perlin size, the “Nina” is a bonded hood of kangaroo, weighing little more than 5 grams. The fit of the hood “Erin” ALL hoods, regardless of style, should fit like those shown here. This is a beautiful hood of simple but deceptive elegance, with superbly even external stitches, and kangaroo throatlash. Kangaroo or Goretex braces. 1. Clear of the eyes 2. Snug against the face 3. The beak opening should be clear of the mouth parts for comfort. ALL of the mouth parts should be visible. Think of hoods you have seen in the past. Irrespective of the quality of manufacture, if they do not pass 1, 2 and 3 THEY DO NOT FIT! Eagle Hood A blend of the Anglo-Indian and Kazakh hood, with rolled neckband and choice of kangaroo or Goretex braces. A superb fit as always, this hood can be customised as required (eg with eagle’s name as shown). 2 Eagle hood O R D E R L I N E : Arab style Suitability: Larger longwings only Specification: A blocked hood, internally cross stitched, coloured and lacquered, rolled leather neckband, with ‘gathered’ back as shown 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 hoods The majority of the hoods are cut from pale tan hide, and individually dyed to give a variety of well-defined colours with real depth. All hoods have plumes and rolled braces of genuine kangaroo or Goretex. Each hood is entirely hand made, so individual requirements can be catered for, whether for colour, size, style or finish, although special orders will take longer. Colour possibilities include: Dark brown, navy blue, red, green and black. Dutch style Suitability: All longwings and larger shortwings only Specification: A blocked hood, internally cross stitched, coloured and lacquered, rolled leather neckband “Onyx” “Onyx” Blocked in the same way as a Dutch hood, this hood has all the shape and finish not normally associated with Arab hoods. “Pearl” “Pearl” The most popular Dutch hood, this one usually has side panels of a contrasting colour to that of the centre, although individual requirements can differ. With a leather plume which incorporates silver or gilt ornamentation and Turk’s Head knot. Goretex Braces Goretex Braces All hoods can be fitted with Goretex braces, which have the benefit of giving the braces the same friction indefinitely. Colours are matched wherever possible. 3 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 gloves Superbly-fitting patterns, supple strong buckskin and excellence of manufacture have been the hallmark of Ben Long gloves for many years. All gloves have rolled edgings of contrasting hide, and a dee-ring fitted for added security. Please send hand outline with orders, to ensure a superb fit. These gloves are well known to be the best available in the world today, and will normally last some 10 years or more if treated with our Falconers Leather Dressing. We cannot be responsible for the performance of our gloves if any other substance is used. “Zoe” This splendid buckskin glove is longer than wrist length, and can be used for any small hawk, or any falcon. Great value. “Imp” Another single-layer buckskin glove, like the “Zoe” but with a cutaway cuff, for spars, merlins etc. Eagle glove Some 17 inches long, double layer throughout plus another layer over 3 fingers, wrist and thumb, yet surprisingly supple. This is the eagle glove par excellence. Armguard also available. 4 Eagle Glove with Armguard “Imp” Glove with Perlin “Zoe” and Peregrine Tiercel O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 “Khan” / “Khan Deluxe” Full length and double-thickness over the first two fingers, thumb and forearm, this glove is the preferred choice for the more powerful shortwings and broadwings, yet it is unbelievably supple and comfortable. With luxurious velvet cuff lining and brasstopped tassel. Deluxe version has decorative tooled leather cuff ornamentation. “Nimrod” / “Nimrod Deluxe” Mid-length, single layer heavyweight buckskin, this glove is excellent for longwings. Lining and tassel as above. Deluxe version also has decorative tooled leather cuff ornamentation. Harris’ Hawk glove / deluxe version A full length, single layer glove of heavyweight buckskin, suitable for all males and many female Harrises. Complete with 2 dee rings for those who fly a cast of Harrises. With cuff lining and brass-topped tassel. “Khan” with female Redtail Note: For more powerful, aggressive or newly-obtained females, choose the “Khan” glove instead. FLD Falconers’ Leather Dressing 100ml tub with instructions, for gloves and jesses. “Khan” Deluxe — adult female Gos “Nimrod” Deluxe — also available in Standard version without cuff ornamentation All gloves should be treated before use and regularly thereafter with leather dressing. Harris Glove — also available in Deluxe version with cuff ornamentation 5 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 hawking bags and accessories “Zenith” This is probably the best hawking bag ever designed — spacious inside, compact outside, incredibly robust, light and easy to use and, of course, very pleasing to look at. Made from an attractive olive green, completely waterproof canvas-like material, it is built on a lightweight frame for strength, with a ring at the top to attach to the strap or belt. It is double sided, comprising 2 large pockets, with 4 more on the outside of those, one of which has a removable lining for meat. A zip on the side gives access to another large pocket in the centre. Contrasting piping and neat lids with Ben Long two falcons logo and press-stud fastening completes this great product. Zenith bag, strap and belt “Zenith 2” A smaller version of the “Zenith”, with all the same features except the side zipper pocket Shoulder Strap Belt and belt clip Real brass, top quality English bridle leather and comfortable webbing gives this usually overlooked item a real ‘presence’. Fully adjustable, it has a robust, rotating fastening to hold the bag, and a neat, secure clip to hold a hood and jesses out of harm’s way. Can be used in conjunction with our matching belt for extra comfort in use. Please state whether for right- or left-handed falconer. Belt From matching bridle leather, this solid 11/2" wide belt has a brass buckle, and gives great security when used in conjunction with shoulder strap (see illustration). Please state length required (over clothes). Belt Clip In the absence of a shoulder strap, this clip can be slid onto the belt to hold a bag. It is precisely the same construction as the ‘business end’ of the shoulder strap, and an item of real quality. However, to be comfortable carrying any weight, the strap is best. 6 Fleece O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 hawking vests A superbly practical item to replace the traditional hawking bag, with spacious, net-sided rear game pocket, and 2 multiple front pockets including a meat pocket with another spare one, with comfortable webbing straps and waistbelt. Silky lining with inside zip pocket. Fully adjustable, and made in olive green cordura-style material, with contrasting trimming and studs, this is as smart and practical as it is useful. Sizes medium and large Hawking Vest clothing Polo Shirts Green with “Ben Long Falconry” two falcons logo, available in medium or large Baseball caps High quality green caps with logo as above Leather Hawking Vest Baseball Cap and Polo Shirt NEW Leather Hawking Vest All the features and practicality of the vest, but with outer facings in high-quality leather. Another solid, quality item. Sizes medium and large Fleece tops Sea green, with lining and two falcons logo on pocket, large or ex-large 7 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 bow perches Beautiful TIG-welded stainless steel bowperches, polished and padded, with rubber grip. Portable Bow Perch — extra heavy version shown Portable style (with heavy stainless steel feet), 12lbs or 24lbs for the more powerful hawks. 12lb version is without crossbar. Outdoor Bow Perch (with spikes) hawk baths Well-designed fibreglass baths. All baths have the unique features of non-slip surfaces. Small (24"/60cm. diameter) Medium (27"/69cm. diameter) Large (32"/81cm. diameter) Eagle (48"/122 cm. diameter) 8” European Block — can be used for large falcons, small eagles and eagle owls if required. 8 Bath (see recess on edge. Fingers are inserted here to lift and empty bath). O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 “everlasting” blocks The ultimate block! No cracking, no peeling, no warping. Made from glossy black, with stainless steel spike and swivelling ring, these blocks are totally maintenance free. In addition, they have recessed astroturf (removable for cleaning) and can be both outdoor (with spike) or portable (with heavy base plate), using the same block. The base of the block is threaded to accept either the spike or the base plate, thus giving two blocks in one! Not the cheapest block you can buy, but the last one you will need. 8” Arab style 6” European block European style detail 8” Arab style detail Block components — spikes and base plates are interchangeable on all blocks — two blocks in one! 9 BEGINNERS’ PAGES Remember you can phone for free advice starter pack The items shown are the ABSOLUTE MINIMUM for the training and maintenance of any bird-of-prey used for falconry. Please note that this is NOT a lower-quality range of equipment, but is selected from our normal range, world-renowned for quality, style and durability. The Harris’ Hawk or Redtailed Buzzard are widely-regarded as the best for a beginner, although other species of birds can also be catered for. Essential Items Purpose Jess set (anklets, mews- and flying jesses) Leash Swivel Tethering system for attachment to perch or glove Bells To aid location of a free-flying hawk Glove Bewits Bowperch Bath Scales Creance (with winding stick) Lure (with stick) Leather dressing Vitamin supplement Bag Hand protection Vest To attach bells Special Offer FREE Vest or Bag/Strap with every Starter Pack Daytime perch Bathing and drinking water All hawks must be weighed daily and very accurately. They return to the falconer for food, NOT for affection, and must be a little hungry when flown. Appetite is induced by weight reduction ONLY Line used as a safeguard during training, before the hawk is allowed to fly free Pursuit training To protect glove and jesses, used regularly to keep them strong and supple To enhance the quality of food. Should be used daily, particularly when reducing weight, as the volume of food given is quite small Whistle (with lanyard) To associate a sound with food in the hawk’s mind Hawking Vest or bag with strap • Free with the starter pack CHOICE OF HAWK 10 Essential for carrying all the equipment and food for a training session, and for all hawking trips in the years to come! Jesses, leash and swivel Bell and Bewit fitting There are differing opinions, but if you intend to go on to take wild quarry, a Harris’ hawk is very user-friendly, robust, and easy to train and handle. You could also consider a redtailed buzzard, although they are slightly harder for a beginner. With any bird that will not generally catch anything its usefulness ends as soon as it is trained, whereas the Harris’ or redtail will go on taking quarry and improving over months or years. AVOID anything small, like a barn owl or kestrel, and there is no margin for error with weight, NEVER think of the hard birds like goshawks, sparrowhawks or eagles until you are very experienced. Some of the middle-sized to larger falcons are relatively easy to train, but will ALWAYS need to be flown with radio-tracking equipment. You may be interested in owls, and some species can be flown successfully, and some will even take quarry. However, if it is your intention to fly at quarry you may be giving yourself a very hard time. on 0870 609 3069 or 07970 038169 or email [email protected] ACCOMMODATION Most of all, make sure you have the correct housing, food and equipment before your bird arrives. The correct accommodation for a falconry bird is not an aviary, but should be a fully-enclosed “mews” (a modified wooden shed is OK) for initial training and afterwards every night. During the day the bird is “weathered” - tethered to its perch, with a bath within reach, if possible on a lawn, but under a lean-to shelter (a “weathering shelter”) in case of bad weather or very hot summer sun. The weathering lawn may need to be fenced to keep out dogs or foxes if no-one is around to look after the hawk. Domestic cats are not usually a problem. ESSENTIALS OF TRAINING Training is a surprisingly short process. A Harris hawk can be trained to fly totally free and return to the falconer is about 3 weeks, or even less. Creance with stick All birds of prey are trained by combining two elements 1. Weight control. The hawk must be a little hungry when flown, as it ONLY returns to the falconer for food. It is weighed at the beginning of training, and the falconer will expect to reduce the fat weight of the hawk by about 10% to start with, and will adjust this “flying weight” a little if necessary. Glove and Digital Scales Rabbit Lure, stick and line REMEMBER: Hawks return to the falconer for food, NOT for affection, and must be a little hungry when flown. Appetite is induced by weight reduction ONLY. It is not possible to start training without weight control. Bow Perch and Bath All these items are also available separately — please see the relevant sections in this brochure. 2. “Manning”. This is a process whereby the hawk is made steady to all the things it has to see when in a captive state. The hawk is firstly expected to take food on the glove, which will require a reduction in weight to make it hungry enough to do this. Afterwards, the hawk can be carried around whist eating. This can help to take its mind off any scary sights and sounds. To make the meal last longer, we use “tirings”, which are pieces of meat with bones in, which the hawk can only eat slowly. The longer the meal lasts, the more manning the hawk gets every day. If you try to man the hawk without tiring, it will take much longer, and it will never be as steady as one which is manned using tirings. HAWKS KEPT AT THEIR FAT WEIGHT DO NOT MAN. Diet Vitamins, Grease, Whistle All birds of prey eat raw meat only. It is common to feed a day-old chicks, but this diet is not sufficient on its own. You should feed a varied diet, including possibly rabbits, quail, rats or mice, along with a vitamin / mineral supplement. RADIO TRACKING EQUIPMENT A Harris’ or redtail, trained properly and flown at the correct weight is unlikely to be lost, but they ARE regularly lost by inexperienced falconers, and it is likely most will not survive in the wild. Tracking equipment is NOT a shortcut to training a hawk properly, but is the next best thing to a guarantee that you will get your hawk back if anything unforeseen occurs, and is therefore well worth considering if it can be afforded. A good system is probably going to cost more than the bird, but remember that you keep the system for many years, and it will help to locate lost hawks time and time again. NEVER buy a cheap system. You will not have an effective guarantee if it goes wrong, and they are ALWAYS inferior in operation. 11 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 scales Digital Scales At last! High-quality digital scales, solid and accurate. With imperial/metric conversion button. Zeroes and switches off automatically. With easy-use perch fitted, and 5 year guarantee! Digital Scales Balance Scales Accurate and solid balance-type scales, fitted with perch, for weighing any hawk from a few ounces to around 8 pounds. These scales will last a lifetime! Weights Handsome brass and iron weights for weighing between 1/4 oz and 4lbs. Also available in metric 12 Balance Scales and Weights O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 plier-type multi tool Eyelet fitting and hole punches • Fits anklets with one squeeze of the handles! • One plier body allows fitting of interchangeable closing dies for three eyelet sizes • Interchangeable hole punches in 3 sizes up to medium and large eyelets jesses Made from super strong kip and kangaroo, these jess sets are pre-stretched to ensure a good, lasting fit, and greased ready for use. Please state size required. Plier Multi Tool Availability includes • Anklets with eyelets and washers (eyelet fitting tool required) • Mews jesses, buttoned Jess Set • Flying jesses (no slits, ungreased) • Permanent flying jesses (narrow cut from kangaroo) • Complete jess set for barn owls (eyelet fitting tool required) • Complete jess sets for eagle owls and small eagles (no fitting tool required) Toggle Jesses with permanent flying jesses New Toggle-style jess set Toggle Jesses A recently-designed jess system for use when flying or hunting. Comes complete with swivel and leash fitted. At the start of the day, standard mews jesses are removed and the toggle ends of the new set inserted with a quick twist into eyelets. These can then be removed in seconds for flying, and the hawk can then be flown with just anklets, with normal flying jesses or with permanent flying jesses. lures A well-designed, highly robust and practical lure at last! Novel features include: Central hole needing only one meat garnish, and new security for meat. Complete with wings, which can be changed quickly and easily. Swivel is secured away from the lure, avoiding potential contact with the striking falcon. Can be folded when in hawking bag. Wings include rook, pheasant, partridge, magpie, starling. Falcon with Lure Rabbit Lure Rook Lure, Stick and Line 13 O R D E R whistles L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 Pea-type whistle with special integral compass and thermometer, suitable for hawk or dog Straight anodised aluminium various colours, suitable for hawk or dog. High pitch. Whistle lanyards To keep safe and handy not only whistles, but keys, knives or even mobile phones. Green, with detachable spring clip Pea-type Whistle monocular Whistle and Lanyard knives Sheath knife A small and lightweight (only 50g / 2oz in weight!) prismatic spotting monocular with superior optical qualities, which could make the difference between finding and losing your hawk. 8 times magnification with alloy body. An extra lens is included, which can be screwed to the front to convert the device into a 50x magnification microscope, suitable for inspecting wounds, removing thorns etc. The first ever knife to be specifically designed for falconry! Hand forged, razor sharp 2.5" surgical steel spear point blade, specially designed for the despatch and dressing of prey with maximum safety for your raptor. With a curly birch handle and supplied in a hand stitched leather belt sheath. Entirely hand made in Finland, exclusive to Ben Long Falconry. Sheath Knife 14 Monocular Falconers’ Lock Knife With a 3" blade, we have a stainless steel lock knife which can be opened and shut one-handed! Includes a strong clip to slide onto a pocket for security, and a hole in the handle for attachment to a lanyard. A superb, indispensable item. Lock Knife O R D E R L I N E : kite training 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 This modern technique is a great aid to training and fitness in any falconry bird. A lure is suspended from a ring on the kite line, and when the pupil binds to the lure it slides down the line to the ground. The level of the lure is increased daily until some broadwings can climb to a considerable height, and some falcons to many hundreds of feet. Available products include: Super 3 metre Delta-Wing kites in ripstop nylon, with wooden frame for easy replacement. Suitable for windspeeds of 5 to 20 mph. Kite Line Purpose-built hand winder Lure and mechanical self-release kit Kite Reel and Line 15 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 “black falcon” tracking systems LIFETIME GUARANTEE on TRANSMITTERS AND RECEIVERS! • Unbeatable on receiver sensitivity — and that means distance! • Superb close-range direction-finding NOTE: We can and do regularly supply transmitters for other brands of telemetry, both in 173 MHz and 216 MHz — ALSO LIFETIME GUARANTEED! • 3, 10 or 100 channel versions • Choice of fixed or telescopic antennae • 173 or 216 MHz availability • Choice of merlin, standard or high-power transmitters • IMMEDIATE repairs/replacements — FOREVER! — all you pay is postage! • Buy it, try it, you will be more than satisfied — or your money back • COMPLETE SYSTEM, receiver, transmitter, tailmount, batteries, case and instructions — and total peace of mind — GUARANTEED 3 Channel Receiver 10 Channel Receiver 100 Channel Receiver Black Falcon Carrying Case 16 Telescopic beam version O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 The Receiver Merlin Transmitters • Dimensions 110 x 80 x 48mm (3 and 10 channel), and weighs less than 250g (9oz) • Audible signal via internal speaker • Signal strength meter deflects to show precise signal strength, with back light for night use • Headphone socket (aids detection of weak signals) High Power • Switches off automatically after approximately 1 minute’s use to conserve battery • Powered by one easily changed PP3 battery Standard Yagi Antenna The receiver is mounted on a folding 3element lightweight Yagi antenna, superblyengineered, with pistol grip handle. Choice of fixed central beam or telescopic (42 cm long) versions. The Transmitters Built to the most rigorous standards in mechanical strength, and for superb transmission performance that will last year after year — or we replace it FREE Standard (25mW) or High Power (50mW) output Tailmount for Transmitter featuring: • 8 days (192 hours) or more of continuous transmission Complete system, including standard transmitter, with 3-channel receiver, fixed beam antenna, fur-lined carrying case, tailmount, batteries and instructions — nothing else you need! • Alloy casing, with screw cap. Internal battery contact stops over-tightening • Replaceable, Teflon-coated antenna • Optional leg mount cap Merlin • Weighs only 2 gram • Battery slot, with fixed wire bar for attachment to ring-type tailmount. 17 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 special tools Revolving Punch Plier-type tool for making 6 sizes of holes in leather Beak Trimming Clippers Super sharp side-cutting nippers for coping, snipping cableties etc. Long-nosed Pliers Revolving Punch For all those fiddly jobs, replacing braces, fitting bewits etc. etc. Professional Wheel-type Stitch Marker For hood making or any leather project. 8 stitches per inch. Beak Trimming Clippers Awls For making stitch holes Professional Scalpel Handles Nickel handles to take number 24 and 26 blades Stitch Marker Scalpel Blades State number 24 (curved) or number 26 (long straight). Pkt of 5 blades Long-nosed Pliers Scalpel with 24 Blade Scalpel with 26 Blade tail mounts Awl Cabletie Tailmounts Grips deckfeather as a cabletie, but has integral moulded ring for attachment to tailbells, nonstandard transmitters or tail sheaths. Incredibly useful. Pack of 5 small (spar, merlin, etc.) Pack of 5 large (all larger birds) Small Cableties The falconer’s friend! Pack of 20 18 Tailmount for Bell O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 casting jackets A revolutionary jacket of tough but breathable canvas, for holding the bird during attachment of equipment, coping, imping etc. With elasticated Velcro straps, the bird cannot slip out once the jacket is fitted. Available in small, medium and large. Casting Jacket bells Beautiful polished nickel-silver acorn type bells by the famous US bell maker Dave Noble. Supreme quality of tone and very longlasting. Frighteningly loud, these bells are more than equal to anything made in the world today. Available in small, medium/small (lannerets etc), medium, large and extralarge Bell swivels These swivels are one of the few created especially for falconry, and designed so that jesses cannot slip down to jam the swivel’s action. They are built from stainless steel, TIG welded to withstand many times the forces expected in any falconry application. Hand polished. leashes Button Leashes Round, braided terylene leashes, with sealed knot at button end. Generous length for ease of use. Available in small, medium, large and extra large Swivel with Button Leash Available in small, medium, large, extralarge, and large eagle Loop Leashes This type ensures that the end of the leash cannot get caught between the jesses and tangled. Available in medium and large Loop Leash 19 O R D E R L I N E : 0 8 7 0 6 0 9 3 0 6 9 books, videos & dvds We always have a range of books, videos and dvds. Check out the pricelist for details Ben Long PO Box 65 Stinchcombe Dursley GL11 6WZ UK www.benlongfalconry.com Tel 0870 609 3069 Fax 01453 519710 e-mail [email protected] leather & astroturf Jess Leather Specially selected kip or cowhide leather, sold in square feet, or by the hide. Heavy, medium or lightweight Kangaroo Most kangaroo is rather poor and thin, but this is the highest-quality, heaviest weight kangaroo around, reputed to be the world’s strongest. For jesses, bewits, hood braces etc. Sold in quarter, half or full skins (quarter skins approx 2 to 3 sq ft – phone for quotation according to size of the individual skin) Astroturf 20 Member of the Federation of Professional Falconers The genuine article! Available in green or black 36” wide