What am I missing?
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What am I missing?
Going next weekend to get the following to get started with my 1st crossbow....what am I missing? How many broadheads/bolts/field points should I buy to start?
Exaclibur Vortex with LumiZone Scope, quiver, cocking aid rope > $779
Excalibur Crossbow Stringer > $25
Excalibur Flemish Dyna Flight String #1989 > $25
Excalibur Crossbow Stand > $30
Excalibur XBow Deluxe Case > $80
Crossbow Broadhead Target > The Block > $110
Excalibur Arrow Puller > $21 ? do I really need this ?
Total = $1,070
18 Broadheads > 150 grain Excalibur Boltcutter > $33 per 3. ($11 each) x 6 = $198
18 Bolts > Excalibur Crossbow Bolts, Series 22 Carbon > $45 per 6. ($7.50 each) x 3 = $135
24 Field Points > Excalibur Field Points 150 grain > $8 per 12. x 2 = $16
Total = $349
GRAND TOTAL = $1,419 + TAX.
Exaclibur Vortex with LumiZone Scope, quiver, cocking aid rope > $779
Excalibur Crossbow Stringer > $25
Excalibur Flemish Dyna Flight String #1989 > $25
Excalibur Crossbow Stand > $30
Excalibur XBow Deluxe Case > $80
Crossbow Broadhead Target > The Block > $110
Excalibur Arrow Puller > $21 ? do I really need this ?
Total = $1,070
18 Broadheads > 150 grain Excalibur Boltcutter > $33 per 3. ($11 each) x 6 = $198
18 Bolts > Excalibur Crossbow Bolts, Series 22 Carbon > $45 per 6. ($7.50 each) x 3 = $135
24 Field Points > Excalibur Field Points 150 grain > $8 per 12. x 2 = $16
Total = $349
GRAND TOTAL = $1,419 + TAX.
Re: What am I missing?
Looks like you have everything covered. If it was me I would purchase 6-12 arrows and points. Also, I have never needed the puller on my block target, if the arrows stick out the back I just tap them with a piece of 2x4.
If you hunt this fall you may want a sling.
If you hunt this fall you may want a sling.
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Huskemaw and Leupold crossbow optics.
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SWAT BH's and TOTA heads.
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Re: What am I missing?
What would you need 18 broadheads, arrows and field points for for? Do without stand, just hang it on wall. I have a case and never use it. In my truck I just throw a blanket over it that wife keeps in the truck. Arrow puller is handy but not sure which kind is best. (wink, wink) Forget the string and run the one that comes with the bow, it is much more forgiving if and when you forget to load an arrow. Stuff cloths in a box tightly and shoot that. Can do it a ton cheaper than you have listed. Bolts buy 6 or 12, dozen practise points and 1 pack of 3 broadheads.
Just an idea and is only my opinion for how little it is worth.
yes wax and sling are a must as others have stated above me.
Just an idea and is only my opinion for how little it is worth.
yes wax and sling are a must as others have stated above me.
Re: What am I missing?
Ya, You could do fine with half that stuff, and still get it done!
Do not buy a "T-Puller" that screws into the rear inserts for pulling arrows
out of targets.
Use a piece of rubber in your hand and pull close to target as possible.
Or get the Plier's type offered from the Bow Shop or Danny miller. Box of rags for field point target works
perfect as Wheelie stated. Three broadheads is all you need to hunt a season with.![Wink :wink:](./images/smilies/icon_wink.gif)
Big John
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Do not buy a "T-Puller" that screws into the rear inserts for pulling arrows
out of targets.
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Or get the Plier's type offered from the Bow Shop or Danny miller. Box of rags for field point target works
perfect as Wheelie stated. Three broadheads is all you need to hunt a season with.
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Micro 315 - 410 gr. Zombies/Lumenoks
Micro 355. - Punisher-Zombies/Lumenoks
Arrowmaker - Retired
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Re: What am I missing?
Only Boo buy's 18 broadheads at a time just to test. Most can't afford to do that! Heck I hear he is in the bidding for the Toronto Maple Leafs as a sole owner! If he hurries we should all be able to get into the hunting show on Wednesday for free.
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Re: What am I missing?
First of all, thanks to wheelie and the others for their thoughts.
The only thing I intend to add is a cheek piece to help me line up to the scope consistently.
I bought a lite stuff pkg. Added 6 bolts, 3 broadheads, extra target points and wax. I have a sling that I use with my 'limbless' bows. I did get the Excal hardcase, because it's on for $30 (instead of $180) and my wife suggested it. (Yeah, I take my wife to the gun store, because she will encourage me to not skimp out ... sometimes
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I plan to shoot the stock string this year, and see how it goes. I'll add a second string of some description after that, and make or buy a tool to aid in changing strings.
That's it.
The only thing I intend to add is a cheek piece to help me line up to the scope consistently.
I bought a lite stuff pkg. Added 6 bolts, 3 broadheads, extra target points and wax. I have a sling that I use with my 'limbless' bows. I did get the Excal hardcase, because it's on for $30 (instead of $180) and my wife suggested it. (Yeah, I take my wife to the gun store, because she will encourage me to not skimp out ... sometimes
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I plan to shoot the stock string this year, and see how it goes. I'll add a second string of some description after that, and make or buy a tool to aid in changing strings.
That's it.
Chris Mawdsley,
2011 Exocet 200
Lumizone scope
2011 Exocet 200
Lumizone scope
Re: What am I missing?
Good choices. Have fun with new bow.
Re: What am I missing?
Sounds like a great list of goodies there.
As most have said a dozen arrows & practice points will be fine along with a set of 3 broadheads for hunting.
I would go with the new S5 string stopper also.
Have fun with all your new stuff when you get it!
As most have said a dozen arrows & practice points will be fine along with a set of 3 broadheads for hunting.
I would go with the new S5 string stopper also.
Have fun with all your new stuff when you get it!
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Rage Broadheads
Vortex
Trigger Tech 2.5 Trigger
ShadowZone Scope
S5 with dB Killer Bumpers
Boo String
Big John Zombie Slayers
Rage Broadheads
Re: What am I missing?
Im thinking you will save a few chips if you call dan miller..didnt see where your at but if in the US he is he guy to call..
usually he has the best prices and always the most helpfull with you needs,,he wont have you buy somthing you dont need..
740-483 2312
usually he has the best prices and always the most helpfull with you needs,,he wont have you buy somthing you dont need..
740-483 2312
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Micro RTX
Nikon Bolt XR
BEE Arrows
Slick Trick Magnum
Unshot Beta Chrony
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Nikon Bolt XR
BEE Arrows
Slick Trick Magnum
Unshot Beta Chrony
John3:16
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Re: What am I missing?
thanks for the help. why onyl 3 broadheads? Shouldn't I pratice with broadheads (at least a few shots) to make sure I am hitting where I want? Also, if I plan on hunting NJ, PA, and NY this Fall Season, wouldnt I need more than 3 Bheads?
Re: What am I missing?
They're re-usable, sharpenable, and if necessary, you can replace the blades.
Chris Mawdsley,
2011 Exocet 200
Lumizone scope
2011 Exocet 200
Lumizone scope
Re: What am I missing?
or check this out,
http://www.xbowsplus.com/excaliburcrossbow
Just a tip if you list where you are you can be helped better ..
http://www.xbowsplus.com/excaliburcrossbow
Just a tip if you list where you are you can be helped better ..
Micro RTX
Nikon Bolt XR
BEE Arrows
Slick Trick Magnum
Unshot Beta Chrony
John3:16
Nikon Bolt XR
BEE Arrows
Slick Trick Magnum
Unshot Beta Chrony
John3:16
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Re: What am I missing?
Putnam County, NY (50 miles north of NYC).
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