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by tomcat
Thu Sep 09, 2021 12:52 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Exomax vs Exocet 200
Replies: 4
Views: 1177

Re: Exomax vs Exocet 200

Actually the thumbhole version of the Exomax is the Equinox. The Exomag is the predecessor to the Exomax. It had the same length/power stroke but had a straight riser giving it 200# draw weight. The Exomax (and other later) models had their riser's forward swept an inch to add an additional 25# of d...
by tomcat
Thu Sep 09, 2021 12:24 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Ramcat Savage Broadhead
Replies: 21
Views: 5065

Ramcat Savage Broadhead

Anyone know if these will stay closed out of a 380/405?? Currently using the regular Ramcats, but like the idea of closed blades for my youngest(now 15) and hunting in his own stand 500 yards away. Supposedly they have 3 grooves for the O-ring, an actual heavy O-ring not rubber band)and the furthest...
by tomcat
Thu Jul 08, 2021 9:38 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: 308 short banshee
Replies: 8
Views: 1817

Re: 308 short banshee

The heavier the better with those short arrows if you're running Blazers(or similarly stiff vanes). Just a theory I have but I believe stiff vanes reduce penetration somewhat by requiring more force to pass through hide and flesh than other Vane options. With the faster bows shooting longer arrows o...
by tomcat
Thu Jul 08, 2021 9:16 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Matrix bulldog 380
Replies: 13
Views: 3427

Re: Matrix bulldog 380

Or you could do as I did and put a Vixen 2 stock on a Regular Matrix 380 to get the shorter LOP, shave some weight and make it even more balanced.. I also did the same thing with a 405. I simply despise Thumbhole stocks. They weigh more, and require too much movement to turn off the safety. That was...
by tomcat
Thu Apr 29, 2021 5:28 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Sew
Replies: 19
Views: 5612

Re: Sew

Happy Birthday!
by tomcat
Tue Apr 06, 2021 7:36 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Coyote off the Couch
Replies: 13
Views: 3758

Re: Coyote off the Couch

Nice.. I call them day and night and usually use .243 or 25-06 but have a .308 Pump I use inside open timber. 12ga w # 4 Buck in real tight cover. I worked up 110 Vmax @3350fps load and am just waiting for them to finish dropping their puppies before I resume after my break I take each March/April.....
by tomcat
Tue Feb 23, 2021 8:15 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Looks like I'll be turkey hunting with shotgun this spring
Replies: 15
Views: 5111

Re: Looks like I'll be turkey hunting with shotgun this spring

Good luck and best wishes fighting the good fight...
by tomcat
Mon Dec 14, 2020 11:16 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Vixen with Matrix Limbs possible?
Replies: 17
Views: 7092

Re: Vixen with Matrix Limbs possible?

I just ended up trading for a Matrix 380 and putting a Vixen2 stock on it. Shoots 360fps with 442gr arrow and drills bulls out to 50 yds. Has the stock I like now with more speed. All without ruining a Vixen rail. This bow is short light and and above all balanced to make the perfect compromise betw...
by tomcat
Fri Dec 04, 2020 8:33 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Vixen with Matrix Limbs possible?
Replies: 17
Views: 7092

Re: Vixen with Matrix Limbs possible?

hhhmmmm! I'll pass. everything I got shoots just fine. Good for you...I personally think thumbhole stocks require too much movement to turn safety off/on but "sexy sells" just like speed. If the company only offers what sells (aka sexy/fast)..then I guess guys like me have to resort to cu...
by tomcat
Thu Dec 03, 2020 2:04 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Best Stock Excal Ever?
Replies: 46
Views: 16221

Re: Best Stock Excal Ever?

I personally hate thumbhole stocks and have converted most of the Excals I've owned over to use the Vixen 2 Traditional style stock. Safety can be manipulated silently without moving anything more than your thumb. I don't have to look or feel for it..it's just right there and goes up without any noi...
by tomcat
Thu Dec 03, 2020 1:31 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Vixen with Matrix Limbs possible?
Replies: 17
Views: 7092

Re: Vixen with Matrix Limbs possible?

I ended up just putting a Vixen 2 stock(drill and tap a couple holes) on a Matrix 380 I just traded for. It feels balanced but I will have to rely upon the crank as it's simply too much for me in my condition nowadays..
Looking forward to testing out this Hybrid as I've never owned a Matrix series..
by tomcat
Thu Nov 19, 2020 9:51 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Need some help Please
Replies: 3
Views: 1478

Re: Need some help Please

I would stick with 20" as said and add that the benefits of shooting standard length arrows make replacing singles easier when lost/broken...
by tomcat
Thu Nov 19, 2020 9:42 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Fixed blade broadheads
Replies: 16
Views: 6571

Re: Fixed blade broadheads

Ramcat 100's & 125's are the best flying Fixed head made. I've taken around 6 deer now with them in my slower bows(Vixen2/Micro 308) and all have had pass throughs with great blood trails proportional to shot placement. No broken blades but tips on the 125grainers will curl or bend when hitting ...
by tomcat
Mon Nov 16, 2020 9:50 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Danny Miller
Replies: 17
Views: 5513

Re: Danny Miller

Happy Birthday!
by tomcat
Thu Nov 12, 2020 3:06 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Throwing in the Towel
Replies: 5
Views: 1778

Re: Throwing in the Towel

I've done that for years..I bought brown towels years ago to identify them as mine and wash them with my hunting clothes every 3rd day throughout the season. Another one many overlook is brushing your teeth with baking soda, using unscented anti=perspirant.