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BenKK replied to the thread Any reason not to use a 350 grain .375 bullet for buffalo.I love the [emoji639][emoji6[emoji640][emoji637]][emoji[emoji6[emoji640][emoji638]][emoji640][emoji6[emoji640][emoji638]]] grain... -
I don’t know what would be considered average, but I shoot 70lb draw weight and an arrow total weight of 527 grains. Works very...
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Penetration! I want the arrow to exit. I've seen too many elk wounded by someone's white-tailed deer setup with mechanical broadheads...
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BenKK replied to the thread Broadheads.May I ask, out of curiosity, what would the average whitetail setup be in terms of draw weight and arrow weight? I don’t know much about...
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BenKK replied to the thread Broadheads.The ability for both blades in the Beast to simultaneously and independently fold back in to avoid obstacles and then immediately...
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I have not seen much feedback or extensive testing (ie Lusk Archery) so I can't attest to the durability of Beast heads but it looks...
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BenKK replied to the thread Broadheads.I agree, I was opposed to mechanicals until Beast broadheads got invented, but a mate has experienced great success with Sevr. Last...
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Having used many different mechanical heads over the years, I can attest to their efficacy on deer sized game. The problem is mostly...
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BenKK replied to the thread Broadheads.Amen to that! A [emoji639]:[emoji637] ratio (or close) on a two-blade is the go for short draws, trad or low poundage. There’s a...
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The broadhead matters too. It's slow and heavy or light and fast. They each have their advantages. You can find the sweet spot with KE...
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BenKK replied to the thread Broadheads.Don’t follow us Aussie bowhunters too closely, we’ll warrant cancellation! Dr Ashby is a legend, I love his work, but time and...
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Sure, but again - this is not a statistically sound claim based on sample size or repeatability, and you’re still missing more important...
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The Blaser R8 continues to be one of the most reliable and accurate DG rifles up to 500J. And many times it’s less expensive than a... -
I agree in some sense. For max penetration, holding all else equal, yes definitely go ahead and crank up arrow weight and FOC. to get...
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Sir I assure you I am familiar. I’ve read all the Ashby studies, and I have his book. I only speak ill of this folly because I have...