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Equipment & Gear => Archery Gear => Topic started by: Butchmeathook on March 09, 2016, 08:30:52 AM

Title: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Butchmeathook on March 09, 2016, 08:30:52 AM: I am new to the Archery seen and am setting up my new bow I got and was wondering what trigger release is the best. I've been doing a little research and they all look the same to be but the prices are so varying and just was wondering what would be a good "NEWBIE" trigger release!! Thanks in advance!!
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Special T on March 09, 2016, 09:21:13 AM: Prices reflect the ammount of machine work and polishing. I have a scott release works good runs $ 5-60. All the pricier stuff has polished surfaces and bearings. Ive never tried it but I would imagine you could take apart and polish a cheaper release.

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Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Butchmeathook on March 09, 2016, 09:24:42 AM: Basically paying for pretty then?! Thanks Special T!!
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Post by: MADMAX on March 09, 2016, 09:33:28 AM: I have used the same winns free flight release for 25 years

http://www.basspro.com/Winn-Free-Flight-Releases-C10-Release/product/10294/
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: 92xj on March 09, 2016, 09:40:17 AM: Quote from: Butchmeathook on March 09, 2016, 09:24:42 AM
Basically paying for pretty then?! Thanks Special T!!

You do know he's talking about the working aspects of the release and not the finish to please your eye?
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Special T on March 09, 2016, 09:40:37 AM: Quote from: Butchmeathook on March 09, 2016, 09:24:42 AM
Basically paying for pretty then?! Thanks Special T!!
No but if your just starting out a $200 release isnt going to make a difference to you.. if you can sand or polish a hammer/sear on a rifle I bet you can make a cheaper release feel like glass. Some of the more expensive ones feel more comfortable.

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Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Butchmeathook on March 09, 2016, 09:44:19 AM: Well, I really honestly don't care what it looks like as long as it works, and it's comfortable and it works.
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Come Get Some on March 09, 2016, 02:25:53 PM: Are you looking for a T handle style or a Wrist strap? Try the Carter Quickie or RX-!. Quickie is a little cheaper and operates with a band for the return. Very durable, No creep, quiet and very user friendly. The RX-! operates with a magnet. Same feel .Both very good releases. I have both at my shop and a Genesis bow with a safe draw if you would like to try either or different options,. I have many to choose from.
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Butchmeathook on March 09, 2016, 03:09:43 PM: I think I'd like the T-Handle style better!! Thanks Come Get Some!!
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: D-Rock425 on March 10, 2016, 04:20:22 PM: Quote from: Come Get Some on March 09, 2016, 02:25:53 PM
Are you looking for a T handle style or a Wrist strap? Try the Carter Quickie or RX-!. Quickie is a little cheaper and operates with a band for the return. Very durable, No creep, quiet and very user friendly. The RX-! operates with a magnet. Same feel .Both very good releases. I have both at my shop and a Genesis bow with a safe draw if you would like to try either or different options,. I have many to choose from.
what shop?
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: carpsniperg2 on March 10, 2016, 04:37:21 PM: I have been shooting a t handle for the last 10 years. Tried a lot of them and settled on the hardcore 4. I just bought the new revolution. Going to be testing it out later this year. Just like the hardcore 4 but roating head and a little more adjustment.
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Butchmeathook on March 11, 2016, 10:57:15 AM: Thanks for all the replies! I guess I'll just pick one and use it!!! :hello:
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: lamrith on March 11, 2016, 02:12:34 PM: I started with one of he $20 True-ball velcro units, shot that for a few months then tried a Scott @ sportco when looking at a new bow. Ended up buying a Scott Shark and love it. Nice lite trigger on it so you just have to think about shooting and it goes. Make sure to keep your finger behind (off just like a gun) the trigger until go time!

Buckle strap too so no tearing velcro sound or noise when out in the woods looking for dinner..

Maybe try some friends releases at some point? Support your local bow shop too, have work done etc, ask them about releases and they might let you try a few out and give you recommendations / ideas.
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: JDHasty on March 11, 2016, 02:21:45 PM: http://www.cabelas.com/product/Tru-Fire-Edge-FB-Release/745560.uts?WT.tsrc=CRR&WT.mc_id=crrdtfd

I have this. I like it just fine.
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Come Get Some on March 11, 2016, 07:37:34 PM: D Rock.. M home. I sell for Carter. Have a lot of options and the Genesis bow. Great to try all releases on. Keeps you from shooting your arrows in the trees or hitting yourself in the mouth.
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Come Get Some on March 11, 2016, 07:40:25 PM: I have the Insatiable, Target 3 and 4, Simple one and two simple, Just Cuz, Just B Cuz, Quickie,RX1, and more. Hard to remember what all I have as well as a lot of back tension releases. Let me know if you want to try any. I am not that far away.

Same for you D rock. I am in Roy
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Post by: JDHasty on March 11, 2016, 10:08:22 PM: I would get the best quality release you feel great with. Then it will become a part of you and will out last you.
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Post by: coachcw on March 11, 2016, 11:40:25 PM: I pretty much use the Scott little goose for every thing ......!
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Butchmeathook on March 15, 2016, 09:15:15 AM: Thanks for all the help folks, it definitely will help!!
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: Special T on March 16, 2016, 11:36:48 AM: Since archery is ALL about consistency I think the Buckle wrist straps are MUCH better to Velcro ones. Why? Because you gain consistency if you have the same tightness every time. A particular hole is easier to use the same tightness on the wrist each time. Some people mark with a pen on the cloth of the wrist strap to accomplish the same thing. never helped me tho.
Title: Re: Bow Trigger/Caliper Release
Post by: 4fletch on March 16, 2016, 12:39:54 PM: I have been using a concho made y Jim fletcher for 35 hrs adjustable trigger. Smooth has not let me down yet Price around $60