Hunting Washington Forum
Big Game Hunting => Bow Hunting => Topic started by: TeacherMan on December 17, 2008, 09:17:47 AM
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I have a Mathew Switchback, I have been shooting Beeman Black Max arrows, but I'm down to three. I want to pick up new arrows, so what should I get? What do you think the best arrow is on the market for hunting? Why? :dunno:
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I woukd go with easton axis N fused carbon..... mainly because they are as straight as any arrow and stronger.. the nfused carbon is insanely strong and I have had nothing but great results with them
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Chris - Easton Full Metal Jackets are one of the better shafts on the market right now IMO... They weigh a little more and have the hidden inserts such as the Black Max's do. The carbon core wrapped with aluminum will have greater tolerances for straightness so you're going to get a better arrow.. Once again this is all my opinion but that's what I am shooting.
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Indeed jon indeed, lets say either easton arrow will work wonderfully for you
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I've shot GT, Beeman, CE Maxima, and now FMJ. Guess what? I will be using the FMJ next season. It's a little heavy for my setup, but those arrows shot great! Here are my experience with these arrows. The smaller diameter had great penetration, especially the FMJ because it has an aluminum wrap compared to the Black Max. The Maxima is way better consistency than the GT. There you go. I highly recommend the FMJ.
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I shoot the radial x weave pro shafts, they are strong and straight. i will be getting another dozen for my 3d bow and also for my hunting bow.
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Thanks... I need to buy some arrows so I can start shooting inside my garage, its way to cold to do anything outside. If it keeps up ice fishing will be good next week :chuckle:
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Another option is the Carbon Express Maxima series Weight forward shafts. This is my second year in shooting them, and they have performed flawlessly. Carbon express upholds tight tolerances with there shafts also. They fly wonderfully with the added FOC you get with the weight forward built in. Tip them with Wac Em broadheads and you have a deadly combination. I have yet to not be able to blow through an Elk or Deers shoulder. Check em out you wont be sorry!
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Ok, I'm in the same boat here and am also looking at the FMJ's and N-Fused. If i go with the FMJ's are they gonna hold up with using them frequently for target practice as long as I am shooting at different spots on the target? For example shooting into carpet bales but taking care not to shoot at the same spot and nick the arrows. I like the FMJ's from the aspect of the kinetic energy that I understand is retained better than the carbons for hunting elk. Correct me if I'm wrong here.
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The fmj is not as tough as the n fused carbon and the n fused is lighter.. id go nfused
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Having only bought aluminum in the past, what can a guy expect to pay for a dozen quality carbons? Need to reload after Xmas.
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Having only bought aluminum in the past, what can a guy expect to pay for a dozen quality carbons? Need to reload after Xmas.
Fifty to Sixty dollars for a half dozen usually.
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Chris - Easton Full Metal Jackets are one of the better shafts on the market right now IMO... They weigh a little more and have the hidden inserts such as the Black Max's do. The carbon core wrapped with aluminum will have greater tolerances for straightness so you're going to get a better arrow.. Once again this is all my opinion but that's what I am shooting.
+1 for the Full Metal Jackets. They are rock tough and there is probably not a harder hitting arrow out there.
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The trick I found to finding good arrows is first deciding the ultimate arrow weight that you want. Once you have decided that then start your shopping. I shoot the Carbon Express Maxima Hunters 350 8.9 grains per inch. Good arrows, expensive but good. They are a little lighter than I like. I could switch to a heavier tip, but have already bought 100 grain broadheads so why buy new broadheads as well. I might change this year to a slightly heavier arrow.
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I've been shooting Maxima for elks with total arrow weight about 360 grn. I got my elk, but I'm thinking I could go heavier for elks. That's why I'm going with FMJ 340 for about 420 grn total arrow weight next year. I will suffer speed lost for my 25" Draw, but I believe that the hit will be much better. :)
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I've been shooting Maxima for elks with total arrow weight about 360 grn. hit will be much better. :)
is this total weight with broadhead?
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Ive shot and killed 3 elk with my bow 70lbs with a 425 grain arrow. Only one was a complete pass thru at 7yds. The other two 20 and 25 yards didnt. I think a heavier arrow is a good idea.
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The last three elk I've shot have been at 26, 48, and 52 yards. one cow and two spikes. The cow at 26yards was the only one that I didn't get a pass thru. The bulls both passed thru, breaking ribs in and out.
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I've been shooting Maxima for elks with total arrow weight about 360 grn. hit will be much better. :)
is this total weight with broadhead?
Yeap. Total weight.
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That's a legal arrow weight! He said it was 425 grains... It only has to be 420 grains...
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You're right 288, my bad
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You're right 288, my bad
No big deal Rob! Speaking of arrows... I think I may have to start shooting the stack of arrows I have laying in my truck as target practice... :rolleyes:
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No big deal Rob! Speaking of arrows... I think I may have to start shooting the stack of arrows I have laying in my truck as target practice... :rolleyes:
Oh crap, I forgot again :bash: Don't get old Jon, it sucks :chuckle: Put them behind your desk and I will come get that stuff when the snow melts this spring :chuckle:
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Haha will do! Just let me know when you want them and I'll get them too ya.
