Post by: h2ofowlr on October 25, 2010, 04:00:04 PM
Post by: gasman on October 25, 2010, 04:01:50 PM
Gotta hear the stoey on this one :dunno:
Post by: Jason on October 25, 2010, 04:01:55 PM
Post by: ser300wsm on October 25, 2010, 04:02:38 PM
Post by: stillhunter on October 25, 2010, 04:05:38 PM
Post by: 300UltraMagShooter on October 25, 2010, 04:12:12 PM
:chuckle:
4 real.... how many would have just pulled it out and dressed it up themselves?
Post by: fishwhackin on October 25, 2010, 04:36:03 PM
Post by: Lowedog on October 25, 2010, 04:37:39 PM
Post by: J Snow73 on October 25, 2010, 04:55:54 PM
Post by: Lowedog on October 25, 2010, 05:17:43 PM
Looks like his hand was in front of the tip when released :dunno:
Actually I think the arrow broke upon release. Always flex those carbon shafts!
Post by: archery288 on October 25, 2010, 05:22:27 PM
Post by: Michelle_Nelson on October 25, 2010, 05:24:15 PM
Post by: bearhunter99 on October 25, 2010, 05:26:36 PM
Looks like his hand was in front of the tip when released :dunno:
I have seen this picture or another just like it and that was the case. The carbon arrow exploded on release and the back half of the arrow went right into the hand or forearm. Leaves an absolutely nasty wound with carbon fibers stuck all over in it. Always check your carbons prior to shooting, especially your practice arrows. One of the main reasons I switched to Full Metal Jackets.
Post by: sirfunkeybut on October 25, 2010, 07:38:30 PM
Post by: bow-n-head on October 25, 2010, 07:46:00 PM
Post by: sporked horn on October 25, 2010, 07:47:48 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on October 27, 2010, 09:19:41 AM
Post by: ctwiggs1 on October 28, 2010, 11:35:08 AM
see, now you guys got me worried...
Post by: Sneaky on October 28, 2010, 11:43:30 AM
Post by: Sumpnneedskillin on October 28, 2010, 11:48:47 AM
How do you test your carbon arrows?The way I was shown (and it could be wrong or it could be method 32 of 342) is to take your arrow and gently flex it. Look on the outside of the "flex" for cracks and splits. Rotate the arrow some and repeat. If there's any question on "is that a crack or not" then ditch the arrow. Getting rid of a $60 arrow beats a several thousand dollar ER trip.
see, now you guys got me worried...
Post by: uncoolperson on October 28, 2010, 11:51:02 AM
Post by: wastickslinger on October 28, 2010, 01:25:56 PM
How do you test your carbon arrows?The way I was shown (and it could be wrong or it could be method 32 of 342) is to take your arrow and gently flex it. Look on the outside of the "flex" for cracks and splits. Rotate the arrow some and repeat. If there's any question on "is that a crack or not" then ditch the arrow. Getting rid of a $60 arrow beats a several thousand dollar ER trip.
see, now you guys got me worried...
$60 arrow? What the heck do you shoot? WOW
Post by: Antlerking on October 28, 2010, 01:51:32 PM
Looks like his hand was in front of the tip when released :dunno:
I have seen this picture or another just like it and that was the case. The carbon arrow exploded on release and the back half of the arrow went right into the hand or forearm. Leaves an absolutely nasty wound with carbon fibers stuck all over in it. Always check your carbons prior to shooting, especially your practice arrows. One of the main reasons I switched to Full Metal Jackets.
Full metal jackets wont help ya sorry! Still need to check em. My buddy had the same thing happen to him with full metals and it went all thru his wrist and hand. Easton sent him 2 dozen arrows with braodheads and a case for free. He still has carbon splinters in his hand and it happened 2 years ago. the arrow exploded upon release and it wasnt pretty. Cheap arrows or expensive arrows you still need to flex the shaft and make it a habit.
Post by: WDFW-SUX on October 28, 2010, 01:53:47 PM
:'(
Post by: Sumpnneedskillin on October 28, 2010, 02:16:15 PM
How do you test your carbon arrows?The way I was shown (and it could be wrong or it could be method 32 of 342) is to take your arrow and gently flex it. Look on the outside of the "flex" for cracks and splits. Rotate the arrow some and repeat. If there's any question on "is that a crack or not" then ditch the arrow. Getting rid of a $60 arrow beats a several thousand dollar ER trip.
see, now you guys got me worried...
$60 arrow? What the heck do you shoot? WOW
Guaranteed "heart and lung shot" gold plated heat seeking radar guided never loose one in the brush arrows :P
I pulled a number out my wazzu. Sounded good when I wrote it but now it seems ridiculous. Though it sure feels like it's that much when you buy a dozen and get them set up (cut, ferruls, fletching).
Post by: Widgeondeke on October 28, 2010, 02:52:32 PM
Post by: wastickslinger on October 28, 2010, 03:00:34 PM
How do you test your carbon arrows?The way I was shown (and it could be wrong or it could be method 32 of 342) is to take your arrow and gently flex it. Look on the outside of the "flex" for cracks and splits. Rotate the arrow some and repeat. If there's any question on "is that a crack or not" then ditch the arrow. Getting rid of a $60 arrow beats a several thousand dollar ER trip.
see, now you guys got me worried...
$60 arrow? What the heck do you shoot? WOW
Guaranteed "heart and lung shot" gold plated heat seeking radar guided never loose one in the brush arrows :P
I pulled a number out my wazzu. Sounded good when I wrote it but now it seems ridiculous. Though it sure feels like it's that much when you buy a dozen and get them set up (cut, ferruls, fletching).
:chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: Dr. Death on October 28, 2010, 03:01:18 PM
Post by: Dr. Death on October 28, 2010, 03:02:53 PM
Post by: SemperFidelis97 on October 28, 2010, 06:18:45 PM