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Sporting events

Ivories

Hunting & fishing; Sporting events

The two teeth on the lower jaw of an elk that look like ivory. They're not, really. Also called "whistlers."

Iron sights

Hunting & fishing; Sporting events

A pair of sights set atop the barrel of a rifle, one on the end of the barrel and the other near the breech of a rifle for accurate shot placement. Iron sights are very traditional and low-tech, and ...

J-rig or fish hook

Hunting & fishing; Sporting events

A decoy spread in the shape of the letter "J", with the long shank pointing upwind. Used for both diving and puddle ducks.

Jump shoot

Hunting & fishing; Sporting events

To sneak up on ducks, startle them off the water into flight, and shoot them.

Jump dog

Hunting & fishing; Sporting events

The dog in a pack of beagles or hounds most likely to first pick up the scent of a rabbit or other game animal and begin the chase; also called strike dog.

Jaw

Hunting & fishing; Sporting events

A part of a steel trap that comes together because of the action of the springs.

Jerk string/ jerk cord

Hunting & fishing; Sporting events

A cord attached to one or more decoys designed to be pulled by a hunter in the blind. Adds motion to a decoy spread by creating waves.

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