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Can you recommend a good Crossbow?

 
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01/18/2021 04:10 PM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Thanks for the suggestions! I’ll post what I buy.
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01/18/2021 04:20 PM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Barnett TS370 but you will need the mech.
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Plan to do that but I’m still waiting on my PAL license to come, they’re behind because of C-19 :/

I still want a crossbow too though, so I’m searching them out today.
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Oh, sorry. I don't know why the site says I'm in Canada. I'm in Canada's southern neighbor. Down here we don't need a license for an airgun. (We don't need a license for a regular gun, either, only a background check...)
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01/18/2021 05:24 PM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
I’m looking to order one and don’t want a crappy one.
Any tips welcome as well because I’m new to this!

lol
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Homemade.

Car Leaf spring. My cousin and I made our own one as kids. More powerful than anything sold today.

We made it from a 4 by 2. A car leaf spring and parts from a bicycle.

It would leave bruises on your shoulder.

You could use rebar for ammo.
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Plan to do that but I’m still waiting on my PAL license to come, they’re behind because of C-19 :/

I still want a crossbow too though, so I’m searching them out today.
 Quoting: -Kate-


Oh, sorry. I don't know why the site says I'm in Canada. I'm in Canada's southern neighbor. Down here we don't need a license for an airgun. (We don't need a license for a regular gun, either, only a background check...)
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We don’t need one for an air gun either, but we do for a non-restricted and restricted firearm. That’s the license I’m waiting on.
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
I’m looking to order one and don’t want a crappy one.
Any tips welcome as well because I’m new to this!

lol
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Homemade.

Car Leaf spring. My cousin and I made our own one as kids. More powerful than anything sold today.

We made it from a 4 by 2. A car leaf spring and parts from a bicycle.

It would leave bruises on your shoulder.

You could use rebar for ammo.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78258637


Lol thanks, it’s good to know I have that option.

hf
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01/18/2021 05:34 PM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Kate:
If you want to buy a crossbow, I recommend any Xbow from Excalibur.
It's a Canadian Company, and it is arguably the best Xbow around.
DO NOT buy a compound crossbow.
The pulleys on them can be a big headache. Simpler is better.
Get the drawing aid too.
I have the Phoenix - it's an older model but still works like new.
Good luck.

[link to www.excaliburcrossbow.com (secure)]
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01/18/2021 05:44 PM
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I've owned a few crossbows in my time. The Barnett Whitetail Hunter 2 is what you want. Very powerful and affordable, this is what you are looking for if you want top notch quality.

[link to www.amazon.com (secure)]

ytu65

Last Edited by 5lats on 01/18/2021 05:47 PM
Do more than expected, take less than allowed.

When dealing with a friend, if you aren't getting the short end, you're doing it wrong.

Any good Muslim joke starts with a glance over the shoulder.

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01/18/2021 06:03 PM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
I’m looking to order one and don’t want a crappy one.
Any tips welcome as well because I’m new to this!

lol
 Quoting: -Kate-


Homemade.

Car Leaf spring. My cousin and I made our own one as kids. More powerful than anything sold today.

We made it from a 4 by 2. A car leaf spring and parts from a bicycle.

It would leave bruises on your shoulder.

You could use rebar for ammo.
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78258637


clappa
Awesome, I would love to see the plans for that..
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
I've owned a few crossbows in my time. The Barnett Whitetail Hunter 2 is what you want. Very powerful and affordable, this is what you are looking for if you want top notch quality.

[link to www.amazon.com (secure)]

ytu65
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this1
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01/18/2021 06:06 PM

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Buy a PCP rifle instead. I made the same mistake.
There's. A. H0le. In. The. Sky.
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01/18/2021 07:59 PM

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not into them myself, but a buddy has brought home deer using this and he loves it. Good price as well.

BARNETT Whitetail Hunter STR Crossbow

[link to www.amazon.com (secure)]
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01/18/2021 08:11 PM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
For me here in Idaho to hunt (legally) with one is considered a gun as far as hunting season goes, it doesn't make sense. Now if we were in a every man for himself scenario (red dawn) then owning one would make a hell of a lot of sense for bringing down four and two legged critters.

If everything goes to hell in a handbasket I'm probably not going to worry about a fish and game dude either.
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01/18/2021 09:55 PM
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Out of curiosity kate, why a crossbow instead of a gun?

Also, you do realize that a crossbow big enough to be useful is likely not only going to be expensive but also going to require large amounts of strength to operate right?
 Quoting: roguetechie81


Save on ammo for hunting, I learned a bit about crossbow hunting this summer when I took the hunters safety program and I’d like to get into the sport. I’m pretty strong these days from lifting weights daily so that shouldn’t be a problem.

I’m seeing prices from 600.00 CA to 1700.00, that’s a big difference so I thought I’d ask.
 Quoting: -Kate-


Rofl I would hardly say a crossbow saves you money on hunting considering that the bolts cost close to 10 dollars per one and it is really easy to lose one or have one hit a tree or bone and bend etc...

The only reason I would recommend a crossbow is that they are quieter than your average firearm, but you can buy a silencer for a 22 rifle and get some subsonic ammunition and hunt without the people next door knowing about it.
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Okay I’m learning lol, so this is new for me. But I’d like to get into it while I wait for my gun license. I was hoping to go to the range where I live since I took those courses this summer but everything is shut down!!

Anyways it is what it is. I just pulled up a Canadian Tire website for the store we have in town here that has this one in stock and they offer curb side pick up.

Will it be good to start out with?

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 Quoting: -Kate-


I prefer reverse draw crossbows because they tend to pack more of a punch because the bolt has more room to travel before it leaves the crossbow.

The one I used to have was very fun to shoot and pretty damn accurate. I sold it eventually when I realized how expensive the bolts were and that it would not make a good survival tool when a 22 rifle is soo much better.

I eventually picked up the Ruger 10/22 takedown and I am quite happy with that purchase.
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08/12/2021 07:08 AM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
BUmping because...I was going to post the same thing. Being Canuck we aren't limited to rocks and sticks...lol...but no license needed. ANything $400 or below would be best for the budget.
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08/12/2021 07:22 AM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Just buy a gun.

If you don't want to deal with NICS and all of that BS, buy an airgun.

Here's a .50 caliber with a suppressor, and you can have it shipped to your house:

[link to topairgun.com (secure)]
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 79646470


I looked at 'dieseling' (sic?) airguns...going to try thaat when I go back to the island
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08/12/2021 07:58 AM
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[link to www.barnettcrossbows.com (secure)]

WE KNOW HUNTING CROSSBOWS.
Barnett is the original pioneer of modern crossbows, with a history dating back to 1962. As a true innovator, we're always re-inventing the wheel. Our line of 2019 hunting crossbows is no different. Start here to shop our complete collection of new hunting crossbows. No matter your size, budget or skill level, a Barnett crossbow will get you into the woods with confidence.
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Heck ya!
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That seems about right for me...cheers.
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08/12/2021 08:01 AM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Kate:
If you want to buy a crossbow, I recommend any Xbow from Excalibur.
It's a Canadian Company, and it is arguably the best Xbow around.
DO NOT buy a compound crossbow.
The pulleys on them can be a big headache. Simpler is better.
Get the drawing aid too.
I have the Phoenix - it's an older model but still works like new.
Good luck.

[link to www.excaliburcrossbow.com (secure)]
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 79927038


lol from the site
"UNPRECEDENTED DEMAND IS CAUSING LONGER THAN NORMAL DELIVERY TIMES ON SELECT ITEMS. LEARN MORE."
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08/12/2021 08:23 AM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
I have this one, its pretty nice, Have to shoot at a different target at 50 yards or youll hit the last arrow.
Super quiet, easy to draw. Comes with everything you need.
[link to www.cabelas.com (secure)]
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08/12/2021 08:27 AM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
Kate:
If you want to buy a crossbow, I recommend any Xbow from Excalibur.
It's a Canadian Company, and it is arguably the best Xbow around.
DO NOT buy a compound crossbow.
The pulleys on them can be a big headache. Simpler is better.
Get the drawing aid too.
I have the Phoenix - it's an older model but still works like new.
Good luck.

[link to www.excaliburcrossbow.com (secure)]
 Quoting: Anonymous Coward 79927038


What kinda problems do you have with the pulleys? Ive never had an issue. It takes 80% of the pressure off the limbs....and if your going to sit in a tree all day with the your bow drawn for 8 to 10 hours you want as little pressure as possible on the limbs. They are fiberglass and will break. You dont want that in the tree.
Ive seen 100s of crossbow hunters and used one every year for 25 years and thats about the last time I saw one with solid limbs. Just silly.
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
All the guys are checking you out Kate!

You seem like the complete package one needs to share the apocalypse with!

Find a quality guy who owns a quality crossbow and marry him.

I am sure he will let you use it as if it were your own. Mi Casa Es Su Casa (and all that).

Wouldn't that be the best complete crossbow package you can find?

Unfortunately, I don't own a crossbow, but I have had one in my shopping cart for about 7 years now.

If you do choose to go this alone, I would go with a Barnett or Ten Point in the mid to high price point.

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Barnett crossbows are good. Look into them.
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Sometimes you just have to go silent!
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Who Makes The Best Crossbows on The Market?
[link to bowjudge.com (secure)]

Top Women’s Crossbows of 2021 – Reviews and Comparison
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
not into them myself, but a buddy has brought home deer using this and he loves it. Good price as well.

BARNETT Whitetail Hunter STR Crossbow

[link to www.amazon.com (secure)]
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I second this. Taken many whitetails with this. The wife kept stealing it from me so I bought her one too!
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Air rifle is what I would suggest as well.

Hatsan makes some excellent value priced air rifles. You can kill larger game with the large calibers.

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Last Edited by JustmeTX on 08/12/2021 09:14 AM
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not into them myself, but a buddy has brought home deer using this and he loves it. Good price as well.

BARNETT Whitetail Hunter STR Crossbow

[link to www.amazon.com (secure)]
 Quoting: sssssteve


I second this. Taken many whitetails with this. The wife kept stealing it from me so I bought her one too!
 Quoting: Spyder75


That's what I am talking about.... right there! lol peace
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08/12/2021 09:25 AM
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Re: Can you recommend a good Crossbow?
I’m looking to order one and don’t want a crappy one.
Any tips welcome as well because I’m new to this!

lol
 Quoting: -Kate-


I can’t. Cause they are so stupid.





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