DT Systems BL 509 Remote Quail Launcher System

by DT Systems

Product Features

• Remote Bird Launcher
• www.dtsystems.com
• Manufacturer #: BL509

Product Description

DT Systems BL 509 Remote Quail Launcher. An important piece of training equipment for your hound: "Easy-load" trap door allows bird loading or unloading to be quick and easy; "Quiet-release" system prevents your dog from getting; spooked. You get a strong launch, but very little sound, and virtually no movement of the launcher's placement; High quality nets and springs provide effective launching; Large scent holes permit good airflow so your dog has the advantage of scent to help him locate your bird; 14 1/2 x 12 3/4 x 6 1/2". The Remote Bird Launcher has all of that and then some! It includes a remote launcher, receiver and transmitter. Check it out: Use up to 16 self programmable launchers with one remote; 700 yd. remote range...that's 7 football fields! Beeper locators on your Launcher work even when the launcher is shut off so you can retrieve it easily. Great when you're using multiple Launchers. Get yours today! AVAILABLE SEPARATELY: DT Systems BL 500 Manual Quail Launcher - word search in our Store for 'DT Systems'. DT Systems BL 509 Remote Quail Launcher System

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14.2 x 6.5 x 12.8 inches ; 9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0018TXHLQ
• Item model number: 43567
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #461,042 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Quiet and Durable, I've had mine for over 5 years!, December 29, 2011

By 

Dave Jones "Dave" (Cross Plains, TX USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: DT Systems BL 509 Remote Quail Launcher System (Misc.)

This is a very sturdy remote controlled humane bird launcher. It also has a beeper so you can find it once you place it in tall grass. I train daily (pro) so have a lot of experience with launchers.

Pros:
*Sturdy metal frame.
*Opens on the end so you don't have to try to put the bird in as you close the top. Very easy to put the bird in the end.
*It has tabs on the bottom corners if you want to mount the launcher to something though that is not necessary.
*You can control the launcher from long distances. I frequently use mine at distances up to 700 yards.
*The remote transmitter has 16 settings so you can control up to 16 different launchers though I don't see a reason for more than 2 or 3. Additional launchers are available at most stores that carry D.T. as well as online.
*The transmitter is very small so it is easy to hang around your neck comfortably - it comes with a lanyard.
*Very easy to set up and add more launchers.
*Easy to find after you have used it to train your dog since it has a pager/beeper function. Very important when training in tall grasses.
*Launches the bird humanely about 8 feet or so in the air so strong springs.
*Battery life is very, very, long - weeks, even if used daily. The launcher and transmitter use simple 9 volt alkaline batteries. The launcher turns itself off after 2 hours if you forget to turn it off.
*It's very quiet compared to others launchers.
*Holds up to 2 quail if wanted or one pigeon. Get the pheasant sized launcher if you want to launch big birds.

Cons:
*The launcher nor the transmitter are water proof. They are water resistant it seems but don't leave it out in the rain. If you accidentally do, don't try to turn it on. Take the battery out and let it dry in a warm area for several days.
*Don't store the launcher in direct sunlight as the sun will cause the launching pad stitches to disintegrate over time.

Overall, it's very tough and if you take care of it, it WILL last for many years. Plus the D.T. systems service department is in Dallas and they have a fast turnaround if it ever breaks.

In an effort for full disclosure, I enjoyed this launcher so much that I joined D.T. systems as a professional equipment tester. You can see me use it a brittanys dot com free training tips web page