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Bow or CrossBow?
Anyone else thinking of packing up a bow and/or crossbow for a bug out/in situation? I think the silent killer would be an asset for hunting silently, or possibly taking out a point man on patrol. Not sure if a human could return fire/scream if hit in the lung region. Any thoughts?
Originally Posted by mx'r
Well I didn't get into much thought of such a military/patrol application but yes I definitely have thought about taking both such tools because of their usefulness, silence, and the ability to recreate arrows with what mother earth provides in the woods rather than reloading ammunition. Of course reloading is also good, I just want to have all bases covered
I have been practicing with a bow I was given a few years ago. At first I didnt think I would keep it but now I want to learn to be proficient with it. Its nice to have another skill set just in case. And its a recurve not a compund. I do have a small crossbow pistol I play with but dont think its powerful enough for much unless im really close to a rabbit.
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I think it's a great idea but for me if it doesn't fit easily with my equipment (much of it rucksack based) then probably not going with me.
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While I personally have a compound bow, recurves are more reliable over the long haul if they are made of a good wood such as yew. Plus they can be unstrung when not needed (easier to transport) and restrung quickly enough.
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Definitely a Compound Bow over a crossbow!! I have hunted with a bow for years!! I have both comp. & cross. If your good enough to shoot a bow don't even think about a cross. The crossbow is much louder than a compound and the pounds are not that much more than a compound bow!!
I shoot 3 different Mathews Comp. bows all shoot 325-335 FPS because I have a short draw length. If you have a longer draw you can get 335-350 FPS.
A crossbow can on a high side get 325-365 FPS. And your paying $700 - $1100 for the crossbow it self.
My Mathews loaded are $1100 - $1300 with everything!
If you wan't to see some cool SH-T check out the PSE TAC-15 for your ar-15 lower!! Upper sells for $1200 but it's SWEET!!!!!!!!!!
Been shooting traditional archery since about 5yo. Plan on taking them with me if time permits. Got a master Bowyer in the family, works to my advantage.
You should look up the SlingBow on Youtube, it's awesome, slingshot turned into bow, small to pack and easy to shoot and kill with.
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