this is my first crossbow, will i be happy ?
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I think you will. It was my first crossbow too and I got a nice 7 point buck this season with it. It is accurate and very easy to handle. I recommend buying the String Suppressor and the Dissipator Bars (as a combination) to quiet it down a little bit. After you get use to it, buy the Flemish string too; it will improve the velocity big time. Good luck
508611
It's my first crossbow, and it has some power to it...depending on you range, it might go right thru him.
53993
No never made my own. This crossbow is excellent with the arrows that come with it. I shot it twice in my backyard then went hunting. Got my 1st deer with it with one shot. Great crossbow.
1510149
I don't know I am waiting to give it for a Christmas gift. However I have head nothing but good thinks about this nerf crossbow
833277
Yes. It's a great value, a functional bow for target practice but not too intense. It's large and legitimate.
2135615
I'am not familiar with crossbows but i would ask my local archery store or club.
543715
Actually I think it would be better for that than standard bow with FP I am using. This thing is seriously tough. Getting the bolts out after the shot will be the challenge so you will likely need a puller.
2195195
Yes i beleive that these bows are made well and shoot very good. The only trick is, is to be sure that you cock the string equally or your arrow will fly off scope. Also be sure to read the instructions when assembling. I am 19 and love to shoot it.
664522
We have. It has enough power and accuracy for a starter bow. We will eventually upgrade to compound crossbows but this one is working great so far
1465998
Yes it is, In fact I baught another one. because a tree fell on my first one. Bow hunting is what I use it for and it works good.
335549
Honest answer is I don't like the scope it comes with. It works ok for about 15-20 yards. I would buy the one without and purchase a better scope the crossbow is amazing I bought another one. Keep the string waxed and lock tight in the bolt that hold the bow in place and it's pretty accurate. 3 thumbs up for me on fun and power it can be dangerous if that helps. I shot at my fence from about 45 yards and it stuck in about 1/2 inch
40842
So far it has been great, I would suggest you buy the hand crank that goes inside the butt. Pulling back on this crossbow by hand is just too much when you're shooting at targets. The hand crank is about $130 is basspro, but about $79 on amazon. It makes pulling back only about 16 lbs. hope this helps, I give it 5 stars!
833282
I would say probably yes. If he's a beginner, and this is his first bow, then this one is definitely the best you'll find for the money. If he has experience with heavier bows, this will seem like a step backwards--but otherwise, it's an excellent starter. From experience, I can say it's more powerful than it looks. Just keep in mind it doesn't come with a bow stringer, which is needed to install and remove the string, so it won't be usable out of the box without one. Good luck!
1208895
Not the same with BARNETT trigger. It is smooth and releases easily. Try 2 or 3 practice shots and you will see. For consistency on the target, ALWAYS use a rope to cock the crossbow.
1266819
it works for me, I'm not a very big guy 145 pounds. But I found it to be a good crossbow. Not that powerful, that works for all practical uses.
1964196
Yes, some buyers have complained about the quality but I have shot my bow 50 times and cocked it each time without a problem. Just read directions and you will be set to go. My Crossbow came with an extra string, cocker, and string lube. It also comes with a set of safety glasses. You only need to buy some good 20" bolts for it once the cheap ones break.
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I am about 6 ft and 200 lbs with very long arms. It is fine for me. But, I replaced the red dot with a scope and needed a bit longer stock. I had already adjusted the stock out as far as possible. S, I took a 1" thick slip-on recoil pad off a rifle and slipped it on the crossbow stock. Gave just the right eye-relief. Am enjoying the Recruit as is my son who's over 6 ft and who is using my crossbow when season opens here on Sept. 27. I'll be elsewhere.