Tru Fire Chappy Boss

G2 Shooter · 07-20-2005, 02:01 PM

I was trying one of these out today at BPS and I really like it. It's the first back tension release that I have used. It seemed to tighten my groups up about an inch and my arm just felt more comfortable at full draw. My question is "Does anyone use it for hunting?" I did a search and some people mentioned the loud click sound upon release but I couldn't really tell at the range. I'm wondering if that will spook the deer. Does anyone use the Pro Diamond? They didn't have one in stock to try out. Any comments are appreciated.

Big John · 07-20-2005, 02:23 PM

I have been using one for 3 years now, but not for hunting. I don't think cold, stiff fingers and arms would be condusive to good shooting with that style release. I have been thinking about trying it though, and just might this year on the days it isn't that cold. It sure is one fine release for spots and 3D.

Rick James · 07-20-2005, 02:55 PM

Tru Ball'sChappy Boss is not an actual back tension release. It is a thumb trigger release. It is an excellent release though. I actually bought the Ultra Extreme, which is very similar however has a more swept back design for the fingers, and shortens the head up on the release by 7/16" of an inch for a little more draw length. Other than that, it is pretty much the same. I have not used it for hunting, but I know lots of people that do and have no issues with the loud click. I would not hesitate to use it for this. I also feel that the release breaks cleaner with less travel than the other similarly priced Carter's and other releases, it makes it hard to anticipate the release. Also, get the Talon head, it is well worth it.

WindsorArcher · 07-20-2005, 05:12 PM

I use the Tru Ball Pro Diamond Extreme, just a little shorter version of the Pro Diamond. I just got it this spring so I haven't yet used it for hunting, but I definitely plan to. I can tell you that this release is very smooth and very quiet. I can't hear any click at all. I agree with pretty much everything that Rick James says about his Ultra, except get whichever head you're more comfortable with. I have the caliper head on mine. And, with these Tru Ball releases, you can buy additional, different heads if you want.

BobCo19-65 · 07-21-2005, 11:34 AM

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Does anyone use the Pro Diamond?

Yes, I've used that model for years, but I probably won't use it much anymore. It is avery quiet smooth release. I also have a King George model which is my favorite release. You can use your thunb, pinky or combination to shoot that one. Only problem with it is since it has a cockarm, it is a bit noisy for hunting.