Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
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Originally Posted by
The Hermit
I have a line on an Excalibur 355 Micro Suppressor. Not sure what year it was manufactured. I've read a few poor reviews about limbs breaking... this one comes with an extra set of limbs and a string aid as well as all the regular accessories. He wants $1,150 for it which seems a little much for a used bow when they retailed for that during their run - discontinued now.
Correct assumption. Overpriced for what it is.
You really should have followed the advice I sent you on the 380 posted here.
It is IMO the best they ever produced, and that was a knock out price.
Cheers,
Nog
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
But Nog that is a big side bow, right? We usually chase in the mornings and treestand in the pm. Lots of spots where I toss the bow up the hill ahead and climb up after it, repeat, repeat to get in to the zone so whatever I buy it needs to be fairly small in width.
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
Quote:
Originally Posted by
The Hermit
But Nog that is a big side bow, right? We usually chase in the mornings and treestand in the pm. Lots of spots where I toss the bow up the hill ahead and climb up after it, repeat, repeat to get in to the zone so whatever I buy it needs to be fairly small in width.
Fair enough.
There is a < 5" difference between their widths.
Never faced any issues with that myself.
Good luck in your hunt.
Cheers,
Nog
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
I'm the opposite, started with an xbow and now deep into the archery gig. Loving it so here's hoping you heal up fast!
I ran with a 355, first a matrix then the micro and yes if you don't check brace height it only takes one shot and the limbs are toast. No questions warranty with Excalibur though so although a pain to sit and wait for replacement limbs its a good deal.
I did spot and stalk in the in the Monashees for WT deer and didn't notice the extra length of the limbs once i got used to it. Just got to remember to keep tipping it sideways as you navigate the timber.
If you are fine not getting your hands on one before buying, there are lots for sale on gunpost from back east. And yes that is too expensive IMO
Cheers
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
I run a bull dog 440 I'm right handed but don't have a right eye so shoot left handed have done so for over 25+ years cross bows are the way to go super accurate and a load ton of power
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
With so many different bows out there maybe on of the smooth pulling ones in the 55lb range would work. Bowtech makes an SS model that pulls like butter.
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
Still working on getting the shoulder fully functional again. It is going to take longer than I ever imagined. My muscles have deteriorated significantly, not just arms but legs too and especially back weakness. But I am walking with a mostly normal gate and getting stronger with some lite short mountain biking rides which helps with my wind too. Gotta get another cortisone shot in my knees this month and should be good to go for a relatively easy elk hunt this year... tree stands for the most part. Lots of guys to help if I kill and if I don't well its all good.
I haven't bought a crossbow quite yet... one of the team might have one I can borrow for the trip. I should know in a day or two and possibly picking one up at Island Outfitters or Bucky's.
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
Hope you get to feeling & functioning much better soon Bill!
Cheers,
Nog
Re: BAD Shoulder = Crossbow
Encouraging effort today... was able to draw my compound for a few decent shots.