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Post by dbd870 on Jun 19, 2007 11:42:03 GMT -5
For 20-25yd. deer hunting would you rather have a 538 gr arrow at 201fps or a 445 gr arrow at 229fps? Or does it really matter?
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Post by bowpro1 on Jun 19, 2007 12:30:47 GMT -5
At that distance what difference would it make? If you are hunting at a known distance see whats point of impact between the two yardages with one pin. Besides there roughly 3# of kenitic energy between the 2.
But having saying all that, I would take the faster arrow.
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Post by Sasquatch on Jun 19, 2007 12:56:15 GMT -5
I suppose the faster of the two, on the off chance a 30 yard shot might present itself, and the somewhat flatter trajectory could come into play. If the only shot could be 20-25 yards, then I'd pick the slower one, as it could help quiet the bow (much more important than speed at that range). But as bowpro said, at 20-25 yards there would be hardly any practical difference, and both setups would zip right through the deer with a quality broadhead.
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Post by tskiller on Jun 19, 2007 13:07:51 GMT -5
I'd say faster, just because there would be less time for the deer to react.
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Post by hornharvester on Jun 19, 2007 13:11:59 GMT -5
which ever one of them shot the best groups out of your bow. h.h.
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Post by dbd870 on Jun 19, 2007 13:36:55 GMT -5
I have the heavier arrows now and I'm quite pleased with they way they group up; to get the lighter arrows I'd have to purchase them. Weight and speed are estimated on the lighter arrows; but I think the numbers would be close. The numbers on the heavier arrows are actual. I'm thinking it's not worth making a change, but I was curious to get some others input.
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Post by Sasquatch on Jun 19, 2007 13:45:07 GMT -5
which ever one of them shot the best groups out of your bow. h.h. Another VERY good point; perhaps the best one. |
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Post by solohunter on Jun 19, 2007 19:22:46 GMT -5
which ever one of them shot the best groups out of your bow. h.h. Another VERY good point; perhaps the best one. Ditto-ditto PLUS which one was more quiet out of your bow.... Solo |
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Post by Woody Williams on Jun 19, 2007 19:47:47 GMT -5
28 FPS difference at 20 yards - You will not have much of a POI change. Maybe an inch or two.
Both are pass through arrows at their speed..
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Post by chicobrownbear on Jun 20, 2007 9:37:30 GMT -5
From my paintball playing days, I have been shot at by paint travelling both speeds. You aren't going to get out of the way of either one at that range. Both would go through a deer's vitals like a lazer beam (especially with a muzzy.)
KE of scenario 1 = 48.28
KE of scenario 2 = 51.83
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Post by tskiller on Jun 21, 2007 10:57:03 GMT -5
From my paintball playing days, I have been shot at by paint travelling both speeds. You aren't going to get out of the way of either one at that range. Both would go through a deer's vitals like a lazer beam (especially with a muzzy.) KE of scenario 1 = 48.28 KE of scenario 2 = 51.83 No offense, Chico, but I don't think you can move like a deer. ;D I thought all things were equal and you were just asking between the 2 arrows. If that is the case faster + more KE = easy choice. If you are happy with your bow setup and it shoots good groups, keep it the way it is. No need to drop more money on lighter arrows, your set up is just fine. |
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Post by Hawkeye on Jun 21, 2007 11:28:23 GMT -5
which ever one of them shot the best groups out of your bow. h.h. I agree, makes no difference what you use if It does not find the right spot. |
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Post by chicobrownbear on Jun 21, 2007 19:17:34 GMT -5
I have cat like speed and reflexes.
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Post by huxbux on Jun 21, 2007 21:03:22 GMT -5
No offense, Chico, but I don't think you can move like a deer. ;D You're talking about a man who hunts mice with a machete. |
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Post by tskiller on Jun 22, 2007 9:15:40 GMT -5
No offense, Chico, but I don't think you can move like a deer. ;D You're talking about a man who hunts mice with a machete.Holy Crow, I forgot about that!  Please accept my apologies oh master of the machete! ;D |
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Post by chicobrownbear on Jun 22, 2007 11:08:07 GMT -5
They call me "The Mohel" now when I have a machete in my hand. I'm not even Jewish.
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Post by chicobrownbear on Jun 22, 2007 11:08:23 GMT -5
Look it up, you'll laugh I promise.
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Post by bookert on Jun 27, 2007 19:49:33 GMT -5
I don't think the difference is enough to justify spending the money on new arrows. Your current set-up will work fine. Lighter arrows have an advantage, but it really is insignificant. If you're really in the mood to spend the money, have at it.
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Please accept my apologies oh master of the machete! ;D