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kids sized crossbows

Post by fogducker »

had my grandsons out this past weekend playing with my exomax :D
needless to say it was a bit on the heavy side for them.
what would be a half decent xbow for kids around the 12 years of age range?
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Look at the TenPoint Flex. You can adjust the draw weight by positioning the bow at different draw weight/length. It's nice as you can increase the draw weight as the boy becomes aclimated to the CB.
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we have a few parkers available in the 100 # range...these come as a complete kit (bow, bolts, heads, quiver, red dot, some have a cocking aid) and are priced fairly reasonably...

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I think BJ has the better bow. I bought a Flex and I have to say that it is loud enough to cause the shooter (esp a young one) to develop a flinch. No kidding. You cannot believe how loud it is! It is louder than an Exomax using FFF and shooting firecrackers in a bathroom! Every possible way of making noise is on the bow. I have to recommend against the Flex, sorry Darrel!
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So Boo.. tell me about shooting firecrackers in the bathroom.
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Wayne B wrote:So Boo.. tell me about shooting firecrackers in the bathroom.
LOL, the first time you fire the bow you'd swear that someome lit off a lady finger firecracker beside you! The Flex can be made quiet with some work.
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C'mon now, I've heard of fireWorks in other parts of the house. This could get really interesting.
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I have also been looking for a crossbow for my son. He's small for his age (will be 8 in a couple weeks) and the issue isn't draw weight, it's length of pull & physical weight. With a full length stock (like my Phoenix) there's no way he can shoulder it and shoot. Even with a monopod or bipod it's just too much!
I can find very little selection of crossbows with an adjustable length of pull. The Barnett RC-150 is one of the best choices I've located so far. The local dealer said he would sell me one at cost if I wanted to buy one for my son. I don't want to spend a fortune for a crossbow that will probably be replaced in a couple years, so I'll probably end up with the Barnett.
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Post by Wayne B »

Wabi, I've shortened firearms before. Is there anyway you could cut one down for your young lad?
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I could, but it seems like an expensive way to go. The stock would soon be too short and then i would have to buy another. With the Barnett the stock fits great now with the butt pad completely removed. As he grows I could replace the pad and then adjust it for more length. When he is able to shoot a full length stock I can sell it and get him an Excalibur. :wink:
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Post by fogducker »

thanks for the tips all :D ..least now when i go out looking for a bow for the kids,i can toss a brand name or two around ,and not look as dumb as i really am on bows :oops: ..
keep the info coming all :D
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