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by Bucko
Mon Aug 21, 2006 7:44 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Black quiver screws?
Replies: 1
Views: 1287

I work in industrial maintance and we use FASTENAL for suppling fasteners of all types.I went to their website store locator and there are 26 stores in your state.Check it out and if there's one near you you will get a top quality screw there. 8)
by Bucko
Sun Aug 20, 2006 6:33 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Tree Stand Brackets
Replies: 2
Views: 1870

I saw a similar set-up in a magazine.Although the add I saw was for the plastic scent free stands that look like little ice huts.The bases were sold seperate and a person would add the 4x4 length of their choice for a desired height. I just last week passed my mags. on to my Dad for reading and I'm ...
by Bucko
Sat Aug 19, 2006 7:27 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: BAG TARGET
Replies: 4
Views: 2734

I did a little target shooting this eve. with my Phoenix.I use the block target with a bag hanging above it to catch any fliers before they strike my shed. I haven't had any fliers in a while so I shot one in the bag tonight :wink: I was useing a Muzzy 3 blade head with the practice blades installed...
by Bucko
Sat Aug 19, 2006 5:23 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Loggy Bayou 15ft brush stand
Replies: 17
Views: 7039

The brush stand I looked at at Cabela's was very sturdy.For display it was set-up outside the store with the seat only approx. 6' high.It has the ratchet system for wrapping around the tree and a heavy duty v-notch along the main frame for mounting against different dia. trees. I took both hands and...
by Bucko
Sat Aug 19, 2006 8:49 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Loggy Bayou 15ft brush stand
Replies: 17
Views: 7039

I was interested in the brush stand myself.I have a Loggy Bayou climber that I don't use anymore due to a bad lower back. Last week my family and I drove to a Cabela's store and while there they had the Loggy brush stand set upoutside the store.I should have bought it as I was impressed with the sta...
by Bucko
Thu Aug 17, 2006 6:20 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Help!! New bow won't string!
Replies: 18
Views: 8286

I had the same problem with my Phoenix except When I shortened the stringer a slight amount,I had achieved more flex in the limbs and had enough room to easily put the string on.

Take a break and sit back and reevaluate the situation,I'm sure it's something minor :roll:
by Bucko
Wed Aug 09, 2006 1:19 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: let me have your input on the Vixen
Replies: 23
Views: 13074

Well I bought,but I ended up getting the Phoenix.Shoots very well but I need to get aquainted with the stock which is longer than the Horton I've been useing. Thanks everyone for taking time to give me input.I've got my trail camera out,putting time in practicing shooting the Excalibur and my Compou...
by Bucko
Thu Aug 03, 2006 6:42 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: No Vixen Deluxe? :(
Replies: 34
Views: 13838

After posting the inquiry here asking the opinion of the Vixen I spent quite a bit of time researching the model and I found a seller[1] currently advertising the deluxe version of the Vixen.I didn't get around to calling but the dealer is:Russo Outdoors,their price is $365.00[approx].Type their nam...
by Bucko
Sun Jul 30, 2006 12:47 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: let me have your input on the Vixen
Replies: 23
Views: 13074

I'm checking the thread I started and I sure want to thank everyone for their input.One more week of crazy,hot 12 hr. work week then I'm ready to make a move. Over the last week since starting the thread I found out there is[was] a Deluxe model of the Vixen,[camo/dissp. bars] out there which looks t...
by Bucko
Tue Jul 25, 2006 8:02 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Favorite TV hunting show?
Replies: 6
Views: 2775

"American Archer',it's down to earth and shows practical hunting.Not the stuff that the guys show up and hunt an area scouted out/baited for the last 6 mths. for them. :wink: Fishing I like the 'Streamside "show.It's been around a couple of decades I bet.One that I don't see anymore on the...
by Bucko
Tue Jul 25, 2006 1:19 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: OT/ Death in My family
Replies: 32
Views: 13945

My heart dropped at reading your post Silver of your deep loss.I can only imagine the loss you feel right now in your life. We should give our loved ones a big hug or call of love today as we are truely blessed to have good family. I do pray and have felt and seen the results of the power of prayer ...
by Bucko
Mon Jul 24, 2006 8:22 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: let me have your input on the Vixen
Replies: 23
Views: 13074

Well Fella's,I got my Horton listed for sale and talked to Dan Miller today.He lives 1 1/2 hrs. from me and I may be visiting him soon to 'git it done' :lol:
by Bucko
Sat Jul 22, 2006 2:28 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: "the block" crossbow target(thumbs up)
Replies: 5
Views: 3212

I've been useing the block for 3 yrs. now and am very satifoed with it.I can remember I just grinned after the 1st. shot into it.I knew right then I did good by getting it. :idea:
by Bucko
Fri Jul 21, 2006 5:40 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: let me have your input on the Vixen
Replies: 23
Views: 13074

Thanks for all the input[all positive].I'm going to act on the Vixen as soon as I get off this aggravating work sche dule,2 more weeks.
by Bucko
Thu Jul 20, 2006 6:00 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: let me have your input on the Vixen
Replies: 23
Views: 13074

let me have your input on the Vixen

Well,I'm seriously close to buying the Vixon model and would like to hear any pro or con input info. on this model. I will be useing it for whitetail and shooting in the 25 to 30 yard range.I've got some crossbow[Horton] expeirence and figure this model seems quite adequate for deer. Let me hear wha...