Shield Cut Vs. Parabolic??

[Bullet Hole Bailey]

I am pretty much determined that I'm gonna put feathers on my next back of arrows....most likely all white which I thought would look cool. And I was curious if theres a really much of a difference between the two or if its all preference?

Thanks, any input is appreciated!

BHB

[mobow]

I've got my hunting arras equipped w/ feathers, the shield cut variety. I think the parabolic are just a tad quieter, and faster....but don't look nearly as cool.

[Bullet Hole Bailey]

So the Sheild Cut give a more traditianal look but the parabolic perfrom better?

[PreacherTony]

ORIGINAL: mobow

I've got my hunting arras equipped w/ feathers, the shield cut variety. I think the parabolic are just a tad quieter, and faster....but don't look nearly as cool.

true dat .... i like 'em barred as well .....

[BowHuntingFool]

Your going to get better broadhead control with the shield cut but a bit more drag! If you like the shield cut and have no clearance issue, I'd use them, they do look cool, especially barred shield cut!

[Bullet Hole Bailey]

So are there really any advantages to the parabolic?

[Double Creek]

I shoot shield cut for anchor point references only... they are louder than parabolic..

[Bullet Hole Bailey]

So then what makes everyone like the shield cut better?

Looks? or performance?

[Double Creek]

For me its strictly function, for most its looks...

[NY/Al]

I love the looks of shield cut feathers. If ya look good, ya perform good!