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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
Bow Show-Off

I've searched the forum and have not seen any big archery related threads. I realize this is a "firearm" website, but most people I know that enjoy guns, get a kick out of bows as well.

So here we go:

Post up a picture or pictures of your bow, quiver, release, sights, etc. that you have.

Also include information and details on things such as:

Bow Brand
Draw Weight
Draw Length
Sight
Rest
Quiver
Release
Arrows
Broadheads
And what you use your bow for, (hunting, targets, 3D, competition, etc.)

I guess if nobody on here has any interest in the thread, we'll stop it. I'd assume some people on here have some interest, and it could always become a new hobby for some!
 
#2 ·
I just got into archery this year, and picked up a Mathews Mission Riot as a package from a local dealer.

64 pound draw weight
28 inch draw length
Beman ICS Hunter Arrows, with custom pink and blue fletchings
2 Blade Rage Broadheads

I will use my bow for hunting, targets, and 3D starting this winter. So far it has been fun and I've really enjoyed it. I strongly recommend it to anyone who has never tried it before.

 

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#4 ·
I love archery hunting,my bow of choice below!To bad I have to give PA my money to use them,if NY only new how much money/new hunters they could create for the market if they allowed them....
They do during shotgun though, don't they?
 
#8 ·
Bow Brand - Missian Venture
Draw Weight - 70lbs +
Draw Length - 29
Sight - G5 Rock
Rest - QAD HDX drop away rest
Quiver - Mathews
Stabilizer - Fuse Carbon fiber 6.5"
Release - Don't know right now
Arrows - Carbon Express Mayhem
Broadheads - Grim Reapers
And what you use your bow for, (hunting, targets, 3D, competition, etc.) - Everything :)
 

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#9 ·
That's what I like to see! Someone who follows it perfectly! Looks like a nice bow, how do you like it? I'll post more of my info when I get back home...where I'm from there's a group who runs an indoor 3D center during the winter, so people have a place to shoot. I'm excited to try it this year, a few friends of mine go, and seem to like it.

Looks like a nice spot for hunting!
 
#11 ·
I guess we will see what happens with the crossbows...personally I don't mind. They don't shoot much further than a compound bow, do they?

Not so sure about the "most sought after bow made" ...but it is nice! Guess I have to say that shooting a Mathews.

And 50 yards first pin?? Do you hunt in the middl of a field??:mg2:
 
#12 · (Edited)
I guess we will see what happens with the crossbows...personally I don't mind. They don't shoot much further than a compound bow, do they?

Not so sure about the "most sought after bow made" ...but it is nice! Guess I have to say that shooting a Mathews.

And 50 yards first pin?? Do you hunt in the middl of a field??:mg2:
I will occasionally hunt the edge of a field. Why so surprised at using one pin from 0-50yds?

Oh and for the record ... I like the Mission bows very much!! You have a really nice bow there!! :cheers:

My bow may go up for sale soon though. I've got other things I need to get so the HF6 may go bye bye. :(
 
#16 ·
I recently bought an older bow to learn how to shoot, as I've been interesting in it fer a while. However, I really don't have much knowledge about the bow, and my google-fu seems to be extraordinarily week when it comes to this. Does anyone have any info on this bow?

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Sorry, all I currently have is my old screen shot of the craigslist ad. I can take more pictures tomorrow if needed.
 
#17 ·
Scotty .... that bow you should hope that the draw length is right for you. That's an old one. To change the draw length, you will have to locate new cams but to just give it a whirl to see if you like it, that bow will be fine. I started out with an old bow as well and within 2 weeks started looking for a newer bow... then a newer one from that ... then a newer one and well it's safe to say I was hooked on archery immediately. :) That old Jennings would make a great fishing bow!! It will be loud. It will have some hand shock, but as long as it fits you OK, you'll be fine learning the ins and outs of archery. Good Luck

AS far as my small game bow ... the draw weight is 65#. The difference is that the Diamond is a much slower bow and the pins on the sights are set at 10 20 and 30. It's lighter than the PSE as well. I could use the PSE for small game, but there would be nothing left of the animal unless I turned the draw weight all the way down to 60 or 58 if I could get it to go that low. Even then, I'd have to adjust the sights and stuff and then readjust them and crank the weight back up to what I'm use to with that bow. It's just easier to have one set for one task and one for the other. Bow fishing is a TON of fun and it's challenging as you can't really aim directly at the fish. Takes alittle getting use to, but once you do ... what a blast!!
 
#18 ·
Yeah, I've already fired a couple shots from her and I must say that I do love it. My brother has a much newer bow, but I think I may actually prefer the feel of the older one compaired to that (though, I didn't actually fire any arrows from his.) I dunno why, I just like the weight of it for some reason.

I kinda wanna shoot a recurve, just to see how I'd enjoy that.

I really need to read up on bow fishing, that sounds like a ton of fun - and something I've never really though of haha. Know anygood websites for information reguarding that?
 
#26 ·
Didn't really read it, but I'm sure you can just google it and find a great deal of information. Try finding another forum dedicated to archery. I'm sure there are guys who know a ton and are willing to pass it on... http://bowsite.com/BOWSITE/features/bowfishing/gettingstarted/ Might be a good starting point.
 
#19 ·
I guess that makes sense...mine seems to be in the middle more, and can be used for both.

Before I bought my bow, I shot my friends Mathews that was about 3 years old. His has a 70% lt off and mine an 80%. May not seem like much, but when you're in a stand waiting for a deer, it's nice not to have to shake anymore than you have to. (same with just targets...practicing holding the bow back). So, I'm not sure the let off on the Jennings, but it's definitely something to consider. Also, make sure you can get the draw weight up high enough. I think 45 pounds is legal? But I'd put it just a little below the highest you can draw. ESPECIALLY when you're muscles are not stretched out and you've ben sitting basically still all day long in a stand.
 
#21 ·
2011 Mathews Z7Xtreme
28" @ 62 pounds
QAD Ultra Rest LD
Black Gold Flashpoint 5 pin sight(only using 3)
Axion 6" stabilizer
Mathews T5 detachable quiver
Beeman ICS Hunter 400 arrows
Slick Trick Magnum 100gr broadheads.
Nice arrows :) what fletchings do you have?
 
#25 ·
Nice nice. I had blue and pink ones out on mine. They're supposedly easier to spot in the woods. Not sure that's very true, but I found the two arrows I shot in the woods with ease.
 
#28 ·
That seems like an interesting picture. Is it just random from online or did you really try it?
 
#29 ·
I got acouple bows. I like the Martin's. Left is an '05 Cheetah, basic stock with a wisker biscuit and Bullseye sight.
Right is a '11 Exile, wisker biscuit, Truglow sight and an Apex quiver. Both are 60#, left hand, and 28 draw. I'm using a TRU Ball release (not the Truefire pictured). I do own a 1989 Bear Super Magnum 44 that's set up for fishing, it was my first compound and can't give it up. LOL
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#32 ·
Im not from Wayne, so I can't help there. I shoot mine in my back yard. I'm sure someone around has some info..

Bow Brand - Athens Archery Accomplice 34
Draw Weight - 70#
Draw Length - 29.5"
Sight - G5 Rock (I only use 1 pin in it)
Rest - QAD HDX Ultra
Quiver - Bohning Chameleon
Release - Tru-fire Hardcore
Arrows - Gold Tip Hunter XT with Blazer fletchings
Broadheads - NAP Killzone
Hunting and target shooting (recreational only)

I love this bow. I'll try to upload a pic later. I had 3 pins in my sight but they were stacked on each other so I learned to just aim a little high the further I go out. The arrow really doesn't drop much between 10-30 yards (maybe 1"). It has no sound on the shot and no jolt in your hand as the string returns. I took a chance buying a less known bow but was happy I did.
Lets see some pictures!
 
#31 ·
Bow Brand - Athens Archery Accomplice 34
Draw Weight - 70#
Draw Length - 29.5"
Sight - G5 Rock (I only use 1 pin in it)
Rest - QAD HDX Ultra
Quiver - Bohning Chameleon
Release - Tru-fire Hardcore
Arrows - Gold Tip Hunter XT with Blazer fletchings
Broadheads - NAP Killzone
Hunting and target shooting (recreational only)

I love this bow. I'll try to upload a pic later. I had 3 pins in my sight but they were stacked on each other so I learned to just aim a little high the further I go out. The arrow really doesn't drop much between 10-30 yards (maybe 1"). It has no sound on the shot and no jolt in your hand as the string returns. I took a chance buying a less known bow but was happy I did.
 
#35 ·
Another one from the stable......



Parker Wildfire Extreme. 7 months old, used of small game and practice only.
70# max DW
29" DL
Trophy Ridge 6 arrow quiver
Trophy Ridge 3 pin lighted sights
Trophy Ridge Biscuit rest
S-Coil Stabilizer
AND .... it's for sale in the "other FS" section right now. Good shooter and accurate as could be. I need to thin the herd now though.
 
#38 · (Edited)
i'd post a pic of it, but them they would know i have when we need to register them too.......

Hoyt turbohawk 55lb draw, wisker biscuit, 2217 easton aluminums with 100gr thunderheads, and a 20 / 30 yard pin. Moving up to 60lb draw, carbon arrows, and 85gr heads. Maybe retractables.
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#40 ·
Here's my setup:
Bow-2013 Mathhews Monster Chill (Black)
Draw weight- 70lbs
Draw length-28.5
Sight-Tru-glow 5 pin
Rest-QAD HDX Drop away

Picked it up a few weeks ago.Thing is wicked fast and very comfortable


Release-Scott Mongoose
Arrows-Carbon Express Maxima Weight foward.45-60
Broad head-Rage 100 gr
Quiver.Mathews
 
#41 ·
Here's my setup:
Bow-2013 Mathhews Monster Chill (Black)
Draw weight- 70lbs
Draw length-28.5
Sight-Tru-glow 5 pin
Rest-QAD HDX Drop away

Picked it up a few weeks ago.Thing is wicked fast and very comfortable

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Release-Scott Mongoose
Arrows-Carbon Express Maxima Weight foward.45-60
Broad head-Rage 100 gr
Quiver.Mathews
I like it! Is it a new style for 2013? I've never seen it before. Are you using 2 blade rages or 3?
 
#42 ·
I can't edit my original post because the threads merged. Here's some more from me:

100gr Rage 2 Blade Entry Hole

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#45 ·
This is the first monster series i have owned.My last was a dxt and switchback before that.Im not real sure what the older monsters had to offer but i can say i shot one of the first ones they made and didnt like it.I mainly just hunt with it and wanted to try a bow this time that was just plain fast.I hurt my shoulder a couple yrs ago and had to drop to a 60lb bow.After watching my arrows fly like logs(under a deer or two) for the last couple years,and with my shoulder healing up well i decided on this one.Its is real quiet and smooth with no aftershock at all.I set it up and shot it through a chronograph and it was smoking at 324fps in my hunting set up.All in all aside from the price i am very happy with it.
 
#46 ·
Yea they are crazy expensive. I love mine, but couldn't spend that much again unless I couldn't use the one I have now.