Is this a good purchase for a beginner archer (13 yrs. old), or should I look at more of a "junior" package?
1113841
This bow is perfect for my 13 year old son. I can adjust the draw length and the pull weight in 1 minute to fit my wife. I hunt with a Mathews Creed and think this Edge is almost just as good. I would buy it again.
1113842
It truly depends on the physical size of the child, I am 5'6" and it is perfect for my size, and the overall adjustment capabilities make this a great bow!!
1113843
I would say yes. With the added bonus that as he/she gets older, the bow can be adjusted for draw length and weight. No need to bring it to a professional to adjust!
1113844
This is great for junior hunters. He will be able to grow into it.. increasing draw length and weight as he gets older.
1286911
I'm new to the sport and purchased this solely for target shooting on my rural property. It is a great beginner bow per the local archery shop reps I spoke with. I would STRONGLY recommend you also order the cocking device. It's very strenuous to load the bolts and well worth the money. You will also want to buy a target. There are many options available from square bags of assorted sizes and densities to game animals (hunting decoy type). Hay or cardboard targets will damage the bolts severely. Also, Amazon has the best prices by far on bolts (arrows) and cases. Lastly, the red dot scope that comes with the bow in some packages is VERY basic. I would definitely upgrade it and pay the few bucks to have it professionally sighted at a local pro shop. Hope this helps.
1271793
Great! I got it for my 4-year-old son in August and he loves it. He is able to pull it back and hit a 2'x2' target from 8 yards away...holding steady is the trick he is yet to master, but that's any beginning archer. Good quality arrows come with it too.
1071981
Sandy, I would not recommend this bow for a 40 year old male. This is a light, 10-20# bow. My son is 11 yrs old, and he uses a 35# bow at his dad's house for hunting. I got this bow for him because it is a NASP approved bow--National Archery for the Schools Program. This is the only bow he can use to take archery in school. I would recommend a heavier bow for your son, especially if he intends to hunt with it.
373545
If I were you, I would buy a bow with a stronger draw weight so that it can grow with you. It would be ideal for you now, but you will get drastically stronger over the next few years, and you will wish for a stronger bow. I know that for the price, this one has nice features, but I would recommend spending a bit more and getting a better bow. You aren't a beginner, so you will be left wanting for more with this bow.
937363
Hard to say really. My son is 8 now and probably will use it next year too. We like it for now, but may look at jumping into a higher level Easton at 10 or 11. You could always go to a Dicks Sporting Goods to swing it. Your son would probably do OK with it for this year but I wouldn't be surprised if he wanted to "upgrade" next year. Good luck!
266327
It would be a good idea to purchase a target. It's pretty sizable. I purchased the bow, arrows & a target when I bought mine in December.
1152951
I am not an expert, but did purchase this bow for my 10 year old grandson who is also a beginner. I think you would still need some guidance from someone who has used a bow to be sure you follow safety rules and to help you get a good start in this sport. My grandson loved his gift and his father provided the guidance and a safe place to practice.
1295341
The 12 year old we have couldn't draw the bow. If your grandson is large for his age, he may not have an issue.I suggest heading to your local sports supply shop to get a better idea of what you are buying. I walked into this blind, and had I known better, would have gone in a different direction.
1592160
Absolutely. It is so simple and easy to assemble, and although the pull says it's 50-55, it's really only about 30 or so with the string that it comes with. The arrows that come with it are great and very durable, and they are not too difficult to replicate at your local archery or hunting store. Fires well and you'll love how easy it is to store by it being a compact bow.
754252
We purchased it for our 8year old daughter who had difficulty at 1st but is now shooting arrows with no problem. That being said, I tried it when she first got it and it was difficult for me to shoot it and I am a 40+ active female. It is good quality so I would say yes it is good for an adult starting out.
682525
Yes! We got it for my sons 8th birthday and he loved it! We got him the bow, extra arrows, and the target. I recommend them all so they aren't shooting at windows and such!
324580
Probably a little advanced, but for the price you can't beat it. I might recommend the revell spitfire or something with a few less little parts that will be more for. If he does well with that, by all means, this will be a next step. Be advised this kit will require glue and paint that are sold separately.
373546
I bought this bow as my first bow so I could grow both in strength and in skill with this bow. It so far has served me well and I got it for a very good price here on amazon Its the Barnett Vortex 45-Pounds Youth Archery Bow (Camo). Its a good deal all around for a first bow. you can turn down the draw weight until you get better and stronger. then turn it up. You can hunt with this bow, its that strong.
126430
Depends on the size of the archer . I think it comes with 26 inch junk arrows. I'd get at least 28 inch. It's a 25# bow so match the arrow spine appropriately. Get feathered arrows, not vaned-it'll tear off the vanes quickly (try the ones that come with it and see)
939732
Ehh I'd wait til he/she was 14-16 Its pretty heavy (i use a rest usually and im 24yrs old 6'2 180lbs) There is a little bit of recoil which could scare them. its a bit noisy If u don't use heavy pellets (can break the sound barrier creating a sonic boom) and the piston action is tough to actuate. even after its broken in after 100 shots or so. Plus it has enough muzzle energy to kill or maim animals easily. I'd stay with a multipump or lever action bb gun til he/she is older. I actually have a 20$ one from Walmart that's fun as heck and just the right fit for a 12 year old. Get 500 BBS and some tin cans and its fun for hours for dirt cheap. This gun is for doing work on vermin or shooting tacks at 50 feet.
1209836
No I would say a bit under powered for a 17 year old. Comes with three arrows.