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by wilkster
Mon Dec 02, 2013 12:57 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: First deer ever, with an Excal of course
Replies: 19
Views: 6125

Re: First deer ever, with an Excal of course

nice job,amazing how lethal the crossbow is powerful and fast, i hunt from ground blind as well, noticed if you miss its good bye bolt.i been using the allminated bolts and have recovered all bolts after a hit worth it in long run
by wilkster
Mon Dec 02, 2013 12:42 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: New Excalibur owner that would appreciate any and all advice
Replies: 13
Views: 4305

Re: New Excalibur owner that would appreciate any and all ad

you won't be disapointed , excalibur makes the best ,i am also seasoned hunter and made the switch to crossbow for various reasons the main was that i introduced my 12yr daughter the crossbow (to small can't draw a 40lbs bow yet)and it really opens the hunt up for younger hunters and other hunters t...
by wilkster
Mon Dec 02, 2013 10:33 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Newbie Questions Matrix 380
Replies: 7
Views: 2800

Re: Newbie Questions Matrix 380

what i was trying to say is that the diablo bolt is designed for the matrix its shorter @18" and balanced for 150 gr field point or broadhead.changing the weight will affect how the shorter bolt will fly especially with a broadhead maybe not at 20yrds but beyond 30yrds.i mean there are guys tha...
by wilkster
Mon Dec 02, 2013 10:09 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: first crossbow
Replies: 4
Views: 1248

Re: first crossbow

i agree that you should choose a crossbow that fits your physical conditions ,if you don't want a bigger ,heavier unit maybe try a compact unit like the matrix line impressive speed with light weight and lot smaller than previous models
by wilkster
Sat Nov 30, 2013 11:51 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Newbie Questions Matrix 380
Replies: 7
Views: 2800

Re: Newbie Questions Matrix 380

set is easy just make sure all scope screws are tight ,but i don't know how well the 125 gr broadheads will fly.the diablo bolts are designed for the matrix and come with 150gr field points.changing the weight of bolt/arrow will throw off the drop compinstating rectricle on the scope .i didn't know ...
by wilkster
Sat Nov 30, 2013 11:35 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: diablo lumenok
Replies: 4
Views: 2463

Re: diablo lumenok

i don't think you can remove the nock from the diablo,you buy them pre assembled ,the pre assembled ones have no nock the luminated piece seats into the bolt.
by wilkster
Sat Nov 30, 2013 11:25 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: New 355, some questions
Replies: 10
Views: 4165

Re: New 355, some questions

i had same issues with scope screws needing to be snugged up but after that no issues with accuracy.i will not shoot at the same spot on a target at 20yrds wrecking bolts and damaging fletching(sub 1/2" groups)mine groups well out to 60 yrds. i bought the matrix for my 12 yr old daughter (to sm...