Hook or caliper style release

[huntnfmly]

I've been thinking about switching to a hook release and curious for those who use them what do you like about them?
  For those that don't what don't you like about them?
Thanks for your insight

[BULLBLASTER]

I use a hook (Scott rhino xt) but would be fine with a Scott caliper as well. I think there are other aspects of releases that are more important than string interface.

I like a buckle strap not Velcro and moveable attachment to release. 

[Rainier10]

Tagging along.  I use a caliper release. It works for me and I always hit where I am aiming with great consistency, if it isn't broke don't fix it.  Interested to hear what the benefits of the hook release are.

[D-Rock425]

I can't get myself to switch to a hook. 

[theleo]

I'm a hooker, I like not needing to look at my D-loop when I connect my release to it. With a fold away like my Wise Guy it becomes second nature to just feel the D-loop with your thumb and just pinch it against your index finger to connect the release. You don't have to dink around holding the trigger to open the jaws or have the D-loop in a weird shape that doesn't let the jaws close around it.

[BULLBLASTER]

I can't get myself to switch to a hook.

I was that way before I got mine. One time I hooked it up and drew and actually tried to make it fall off the loop or cause an issue and couldn't make anything happen no matter how I moved my hand or arm while at full draw.
For me there isn't any major drawback or advantage to each. Just a preference.

[Wetwoodshunter]

I prefer the caliper style. When you get into a shooting situation I attach the release and know that it is on the string. Then you can draw at any time, and it stays attached until you remove it. I currently use a Scott Shark, and would recommend it to anyone.

I tried a spot hogg wiseguy and it was a great release but never hunted with it because I wasn't able to get the muscle memory to quickly get it in my loop without looking at my string. I felt like the release added an extra step in my shooting sequence.

But this is all your preference. Some bow shops have demo releases you can try out or go to a 3d shoot and talk to other people and try theirs.

[theleo]

I prefer the caliper style. When you get into a shooting situation I attach the release and know that it is on the string. Then you can draw at any time, and it stays attached until you remove it.

That's the biggest benefit of the calipers and really comes out when you start talking about thumb triggers or connecting an index finger style release to a Rip Shot.

[huntnfmly]

I was getting my new bow set up and I used 1 of the shops hook style to draw back the bow to get peep set and it just felt right lol.
  Do you notice any point of impact difference or arrow flight

[D-Rock425]

I can't get myself to switch to a hook.

I was that way before I got mine. One time I hooked it up and drew and actually tried to make it fall off the loop or cause an issue and couldn't make anything happen no matter how I moved my hand or arm while at full draw.
For me there isn't any major drawback or advantage to each. Just a preference.

I'm not worried ahoy it falling off while or at full draw more so not able to get hooked up right in that moment of truth.

[SGTDuffman]

I use a Spot Hogg hook so I don't have to look to hook onto the loop. I can just kind of pinch the loop w my thumb and hook it. It lets me use that hand for other things like working a rangefinder or calls while holding the bow. Just gives me more leeway. I'd be nervous being tied to the bow. If you got lots of time it doesn't matter, if stuffs happening fast, I want options.

[luckyman]

I shot with a caliper for quite a few years and they work ok.
I switched to a hook 3 years ago and can't imagine using a caliper ever again.
Faster to hook , feels better at anchor and releases smooth. Big improvement. 

[blackveltbowhunter]

Both will work just fine. I shot calipers for years from several manufacturers and switched to a silverhorn last year. I  prefer the hook style.

Pros: Quicker connection speed. Longer loop life and allows the use of softer loop materials. Much cleaner release. Adjustable spring tensions and trigger travel allowing more customization and use of back tension is easier for me anyway.

Cons: If used to a caliper style it will require some practice to "re order" your thought process in certain situations.

   

 

[BULLBLASTER]

I can't get myself to switch to a hook.

I was that way before I got mine. One time I hooked it up and drew and actually tried to make it fall off the loop or cause an issue and couldn't make anything happen no matter how I moved my hand or arm while at full draw.
For me there isn't any major drawback or advantage to each. Just a preference.

I'm not worried ahoy it falling off while or at full draw more so not able to get hooked up right in that moment of truth.

Gotcha. It really does become second nature to be able to do it without looking. I'm sure a caliper could be the same way. As you know so much of archery is muscle memory. Can really train yourself to do anything with enough repetition

[Miles]

I was hesitant to switch over to the hook style.  Now I would never switch back to a caliper style.  Hook is much easier IMO.  Thumb on the D loop, hook and pull...  You get very quick at it with very little movement.