The Venom V2 Gaiter has been built to the same high standard as the extremely popular Basin Gaiter, but with the added Fang Shield. The Venom V2 gaiter is a tailored sculptured design to fit your leg and over your boot with the least amount of bulk. All seams, zips and Velcro are double-stitched with heavy-duty thread for maximum durability. The Fang Shield offers a protective layer that was developed and tested on snake fangs from a variety of Australian species.
NEW stalking model. This year, due to your requests we have introduced the new stalking model to the Venom range. The new Desolve Veil camouflage gaiter is finished with a softer, quieter outer fabric for a silent, undetected approach.
Hunters Element Venom Gaiters were designed and tested for resisting bites from Australian snake species. These gaiters should not be treated as snake proof. Hunters Element, Evolve Outdoors Group Ltd and Peter Bryant do not guarantee the safety of the user from snake bites. Although sample tests resulted in 0% fang penetration from a variety of snake species, there is no guarantee that the wearer will not be bitten. Venom Gaiters should be used as a safety precaution only and in conjunction with other precautions.
Additional Precautions
Users of Venom Gaiters should take all reasonable precautions to avoid any contact with snakes wherever and whenever possible. As snakes are unpredictable creatures and can cause fatal damage to humans, it is recommended that upon any sighting or contact with a snake, the user should back away immediately.
It is recommended that in addition to wearing Venom Gaiters, users should also wear thick leather boots and tough, hard to penetrate trousers underneath their gaiters. This will further add to the risk reduction of a snakes fang penetrating through to the wearers skin. It is recommended that users avoid areas known to contain snake populations, particularly in the hotter periods of the year when the snakes tend to be more active.
If you come into physical contact with a snake of any kind, it is highly recommended that you contact emergency medical authorities immediately.
Testing
The testing process involved Professional Snake Handlers Peter Bryant attempting to incite bites on multiple Venom Gaiter samples, from multiple Australian snake species. The sample gaiters were initially wrapped tight around inflated balloons and the handler forced the snake to try and penetrate through the gaiter to pop the balloon. The gaiters were then inspected meticulously for any sign of penetration. No fang penetration occurred in any instance of testing.
Testing also included the gaiters being worn on the leg of a handler to test the striking ability of the snakes as well as biting strength. Once again no penetration occurred from multiple bites.
Additional Warning
Hunters Element Venom Gaiters do not offer any guarantee of protecting the wearer, they should be worn only as an aid in resisting snake bites. Additionally, it should be noted that this product does not cover all the users vulnerable body parts. We recommend that the user wear thick leather boots and heavy duty trousers to help reduce the risk.
If a snake comes in contact with the gaiters we strongly recommend that the wearer should remove the gaiters immediately and avoid all skin contact with any venom or the surrounding area. The entire gaiter should be comprehensively washed in mentholated spirits and left to completely dry. When making any physical contact with the contaminated gaiters, the user should completely cover their skin. We recommend a face mask, protective eyewear, latex gloves and full-body overalls. Before any contact with the gaiter (even after cleaning), the user should contact Hunters Element to discuss additional precautions.
The size on the chart is the largest measurement that will fit in the gaiter.
Gaiters can be tightened, but cannot be stretched to fit legs larger than the measurements shown on the chart. Please allow room for pants.
SIZE | CALF SIZE (CM) | GAITER LENGTH (CM) |
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S | 38 | 41.5 |
M | 41 | 41.5 |
L | 44 | 44.5 |
XL | 47 | 44.5 |
2XL | 50 | 44.5 |
Our standard delivery timeframe is 2-5 working days from dispatch during off-peak times. However, during peak seasons such as Christmas and sales events, please anticipate potential delays as we handle increased volumes.
Christmas Delivery Cut-Off Dates
State/Territory | Order By Date |
NSW/VIC/ACT/SA/TAS | Thursday, 19 December |
QLD | Wednesday, 18 December |
WA | Monday, 16 December |
NT | Thursday, 12 December |
We partner with AUSPost & other selected couriers to ensure your packages reach you reliably and efficiently.
Order Value | Shipping Cost |
$0.00 - $199.99 | $9.99 |
$200+ | Free |
1 YEAR WARRANTY
If within one year your Hunters Element product is found to have a manufacturer fault in any way, we will repair or replace it for free!
LIFETIME EXTENDED WARRANTY
We are so confident in the quality of our gear that if at any point in its life your Hunters Element kit gets damaged, we'll sort you out. If you've torn it on an antler, punctured it with a thorn or crushed a zip between rocks, we'll repair it (if we can) for a small fee. Some jobs are easier than others though, so you should check out our Product Care Guide to get the best life out of your gear.
DEFECTIVE MERCHANDISE:
Returns for manufacturer defects will be accepted. Please try to include all original packaging and materials including boxes, manuals, warranty cards, instructional DVDs, and any other materials in the original shipment or packaging.
INCORRECT MERCHANDISE:
Contact us via e-mail or phone if you received an item different than what was described on the website or is the wrong size, color, or style than what you ordered. Get in touch via our Contact Us page and we'll help you out!
SIZING RETURNS & OTHER:
For online orders where you would like to change the size of one or more products, please contact us first. Once you have filled in a return request and we receive the product back (still in new brand-new condition with the swing tags included), we will issue with a store credit to the same value. You can then purchase the new size and it will be sent out as normal. Please expect delays with dispatching size exchanges during peak seasons and sale periods.
For a successful return request please attach a photo of the product showing the defect, or for size swaps, show the product in new condition with the tags on and a description to match.
HOW TO RETURN:
For online orders, submit a return request here.
Please use the Contact Us page to contact us to discuss a return process.
Shipping and handling charges will not be refunded for returns or repairs unless an error occurred on our part in the shipment of your order.
All items purchased on SALE (discounted price) are final. Some products may be exchanged if there are replacement sizes available, but this is at the full discretion of Hunters Element Staff. Staff hold the right to refuse exchanges or returns.
When you buy Hunters Element products, you are choosing to support the industry leader in social and environmentally sustainable practices. We are committed to making a real change, from eliminating plastic bags and using recycled cardboard for packaging to sourcing low-emission crafted materials and more. We also use PFC-free durable water repellent!