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Post by Woody Williams on Jul 28, 2015 19:25:54 GMT -5
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Post by MuzzleLoader on Jul 28, 2015 19:59:09 GMT -5
Better be for 1199.99. Wow!
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 29, 2015 14:53:57 GMT -5
I bet you've had a few number ones over the years... I'm very happy for you.
What is the longest shot that you practice with?
Has the increased speed enabled you to be comfortable at long distances?
What is your longest shot over your food plot? I'm thinking that I won't be able to cover my entire plot with my crossbow.
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Post by Russ Koon on Jul 31, 2015 12:37:47 GMT -5
Gee, guess they were impressed by the Horton!
They found it was "a full 80 fps faster than the nearest competitor" even though the teat results showed it to a maximum of 79 fps faster than the SLOWEST competitor!
Not knocking your choice, Woody, as I would also have chosen the same model, based on what I've seen and read so far. Always liked the potential of the RTD, even when the actual offerings that had it fell short of expectations in one way or another. This one appears to reap more of the benefits of that design feature, finally.
But those guys could use a better calculator.
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Jul 31, 2015 13:11:30 GMT -5
I do know my weaknesses for what I like, sometimes it's just that I think it looks cool.
I really like the Barnett Razr. I just think it looks cool and know that it shoots hard. I know that I can cock it, but as light as it is for as hard as it shoots, it might be hard to hold on to. My air gun will jump and miss if I don't hold on to it tightly.
I still like the Razr, but my cheap Barnett does work good enough me.
I must admit Woody, your crossbow looks cool to me.
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Post by esshup on Aug 5, 2015 8:09:51 GMT -5
I'd like for them to list the arrow weight and db noise levels as well. Just like airguns, speed can be tweaked by the weight of the projectile, and the noise level can also be changed by the projectile weight.
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Post by Genesis 27:3 on Aug 23, 2015 20:56:17 GMT -5
Still very happy and satisfied with my Mission. I will admit though, I was drooling over the Horton a few weeks back in the cabelas magazine
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Post by Genesis 27:3 on Aug 23, 2015 20:56:39 GMT -5
Maybe it was field and stream....
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Post by HuntMeister on Aug 24, 2015 6:22:55 GMT -5
I got to shoot that crossbow at the ATA show this year, very impressed with it to say the least.
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Post by kindra1970 on Nov 30, 2015 19:21:54 GMT -5
Any advice on selecting a crossbow for a beginner? I've been thinking about trying one but with such a wide price range, I would like to get a decent one to try without breaking the bank.
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Post by windingwinds on Nov 30, 2015 20:49:02 GMT -5
Depend on what you are looking for. We have a Excalibur Axiom. We prefer recurve type crossbows because of ease of changing string. And they aren't that hard to cock back, not sure if the guys that did review were in shape.
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Post by Woody Williams on Nov 30, 2015 22:02:55 GMT -5
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Post by kindra1970 on Nov 30, 2015 23:22:07 GMT -5
Thank you so much! I just saw the TenPoint crossbows being used on an African safari. I will look into Wicked Ridge. |
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Dec 1, 2015 11:18:06 GMT -5
I have the Barnett Quad. It's my first crossbow, and bought it because it was cheap. I have to say that it does shoot good and hard, but it is HEAVY ...probably the heaviest one on the market.
Personally, I do not know the quality difference in any of the bow manufactures. I've wondered if they are like TVs where it's hard to find a bad one. Many components are made by the same manufacture and put in other brands. Are crossbows like this??? I do not know.
I hate to go cheap on something and then it not do what I need it to do or break. My Barnett was cheap, but it's been wonderful.
I will probably get a lighter more compact crossbow this year for next season, and of course spend more money to get it. I have a "man" condition where I want a fast shooting one. My testosterone tells me that faster is better, but really better for me is light, compact and accurate. However, I'll buy a fast one. LOL
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Post by kindra1970 on Dec 1, 2015 21:31:25 GMT -5
I have the Barnett Quad. It's my first crossbow, and bought it because it was cheap. I have to say that it does shoot good and hard, but it is HEAVY ...probably the heaviest one on the market. Personally, I do not know the quality difference in any of the bow manufactures. I've wondered if they are like TVs where it's hard to find a bad one. Many components are made by the same manufacture and put in other brands. Are crossbows like this??? I do not know. I hate to go cheap on something and then it not do what I need it to do or break. My Barnett was cheap, but it's been wonderful. I will probably get a lighter more compact crossbow this year for next season, and of course spend more money to get it. I have a "man" condition where I want a fast shooting one. My testosterone tells me that faster is better, but really better for me is light, compact and accurate. However, I'll buy a fast one. LOL Go for the fast one...just make it a light one! Best of both worlds... |
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Dec 1, 2015 21:51:50 GMT -5
I have the Barnett Quad. It's my first crossbow, and bought it because it was cheap. I have to say that it does shoot good and hard, but it is HEAVY ...probably the heaviest one on the market. Personally, I do not know the quality difference in any of the bow manufactures. I've wondered if they are like TVs where it's hard to find a bad one. Many components are made by the same manufacture and put in other brands. Are crossbows like this??? I do not know. I hate to go cheap on something and then it not do what I need it to do or break. My Barnett was cheap, but it's been wonderful. I will probably get a lighter more compact crossbow this year for next season, and of course spend more money to get it. I have a "man" condition where I want a fast shooting one. My testosterone tells me that faster is better, but really better for me is light, compact and accurate. However, I'll buy a fast one. LOL Go for the fast one...just make it a light one! Best of both worlds... I like the way you think! |
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Post by darinfry on Dec 2, 2015 14:06:01 GMT -5
Most of the xbows from the name brand companies will do what they need to just fine. If you are shooting 300+ fps you'll be fine out to 35 yards. I do have to say though I have a stryker solution and I love it. Best trigger out there in my opinion
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Post by DUCKMASTER1 on Dec 2, 2015 20:18:46 GMT -5
I am still trying to decide what I am wanting to get. I am thinking to start off with maybe a pse fang, and then trade up later down the road if I go enough. My hunting season depends a lot on my back, and then hunting out of a ground blind, so just waiting for some really sweet deals to come around. I am hoping there will be some nice deals for Christmas.
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Post by Jamie Brooks 1John5:13 on Dec 2, 2015 21:33:15 GMT -5
I have trouble with both shoulders now, but the crossbow is easy for me as I keep my arms close to my body. I do use my back though. I get that belly weight going in one direction and it's hard to stop.
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Post by 36fan on Dec 3, 2015 19:42:14 GMT -5
The reverse limbs are definitely cool. The limbs at the back would sure be an advantage if you were to try to shoot at something behind a tree.
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