Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
02-28-2007, 05:56 PM
#11
Typical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2007
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
Myself, I've never used one, I use a kisser button, I consider my self an above average shot. Hunting mainly and a little out door 3-D.But hey try one you might like it.. can't hurt.
02-28-2007, 06:21 PM
#12
Typical Buck
Join Date: Mar 2005
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
I am probably odd, but I love my peeps. I hated them when I first started hunting a long time ago because of the tubing, the twisting, etc. But, one thing caused all of that to go away and I've never looked back since; high quality strings. I don't use tubing anymore because I simply don't need it. As for them falling out or moving, properly tying/serving them in has prevented that from happening to me. I've tried no-peeps, kissers and nothing, but, for me, there is nothing like a peep. My eyes are still good enough that if there is not enough light, then it would be too dark for a shot irregardless.
02-28-2007, 06:37 PM
#13
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: West Tennessee
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
I have to ask since I'm new tothis business. For those of you who don't use a peep, how do you do it? Is it just using a kisser or perfecting your anchorpoint and still using a sight pin, or are you not using sights either and shooting like you would shoot a recurve?
02-28-2007, 06:48 PM
#14
Typical Buck
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
I use a kisser in the corner of my mouth, put the string on my nose, and I have a spot on my face my hand goes, three points works great for me always the same..and I do use pin sights., Carter Chocolate addiction release, D-loop, I don't see as good as I used to, a peep wouldn't work for me.
02-28-2007, 07:02 PM
#15
Nontypical Buck
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
Glockman,
If I thought I could do that and hit decently at 30 yards and less, I'd switch now while I'm still in the learning phase. Correct me if I'm wrong, and I'm just guessing, butwouldn't you also be able to get a shot off faster since you eliminate the step of having locate the correct pin through the peep and center it?
If I thought I could do that and hit decently at 30 yards and less, I'd switch now while I'm still in the learning phase. Correct me if I'm wrong, and I'm just guessing, butwouldn't you also be able to get a shot off faster since you eliminate the step of having locate the correct pin through the peep and center it?
03-01-2007, 04:34 AM
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
ORIGINAL: LittleChief
Glockman,
If I thought I could do that and hit decently at 30 yards and less, I'd switch now while I'm still in the learning phase. Correct me if I'm wrong, and I'm just guessing, butwouldn't you also be able to get a shot off faster since you eliminate the step of having locate the correct pin through the peep and center it?
Glockman,
If I thought I could do that and hit decently at 30 yards and less, I'd switch now while I'm still in the learning phase. Correct me if I'm wrong, and I'm just guessing, butwouldn't you also be able to get a shot off faster since you eliminate the step of having locate the correct pin through the peep and center it?
Sights don't slow your shooting too much, but mechanical releases tend to. So, if you want to be able to get shots off real quick, use a peep-less bow and fingers for your release - if you can find a compound bow long enough to do it comfortably.
There are many lost shot opportunities because it comes and goes so quickly. I don't think most hunters even consider them as lost opportunities. Unless an animal is in view for at least 10 seconds, they wouldn't think they ever had a chance. On the other hand, if you shoot a primitive bow setup, you'll find out just how quickly you can draw and shoot with the right equipment. You'll then look at the other senerio differently.
03-01-2007, 09:41 AM
#17
Typical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Mich
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
ORIGINAL: Straightarrow
Actually, that is one of the big advantages of not using a peep. I shoot 3-D all summer long and there's group of us who are strictly hunters and shoot pure hunting set-ups without peeps when shooting 3-D. We tend to shoot together and we'll shoot a 3-D course in about 1/3 the time it takes a group of peep-shooters to finish. In the winter, when shooting indoor targets - same thing. We're always standing around on the line waiting for the guys with peeps to finish their end.
Sights don't slow your shooting too much, but mechanical releases tend to. So, if you want to be able to get shots off real quick, use a peep-less bow and fingers for your release - if you can find a compound bow long enough to do it comfortably.
There are many lost shot opportunities because it comes and goes so quickly. I don't think most hunters even consider them as lost opportunities. Unless an animal is in view for at least 10 seconds, they wouldn't think they ever had a chance. On the other hand, if you shoot a primitive bow setup, you'll find out just how quickly you can draw and shoot with the right equipment. You'll then look at the other senerio differently.
ORIGINAL: LittleChief
Glockman,
If I thought I could do that and hit decently at 30 yards and less, I'd switch now while I'm still in the learning phase. Correct me if I'm wrong, and I'm just guessing, butwouldn't you also be able to get a shot off faster since you eliminate the step of having locate the correct pin through the peep and center it?
Glockman,
If I thought I could do that and hit decently at 30 yards and less, I'd switch now while I'm still in the learning phase. Correct me if I'm wrong, and I'm just guessing, butwouldn't you also be able to get a shot off faster since you eliminate the step of having locate the correct pin through the peep and center it?
Sights don't slow your shooting too much, but mechanical releases tend to. So, if you want to be able to get shots off real quick, use a peep-less bow and fingers for your release - if you can find a compound bow long enough to do it comfortably.
There are many lost shot opportunities because it comes and goes so quickly. I don't think most hunters even consider them as lost opportunities. Unless an animal is in view for at least 10 seconds, they wouldn't think they ever had a chance. On the other hand, if you shoot a primitive bow setup, you'll find out just how quickly you can draw and shoot with the right equipment. You'll then look at the other senerio differently.
03-01-2007, 09:28 PM
#18
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: Flushing Michigan
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
I find that for target practice or 3d I don't need a peep. I can honestly shoot just as well without one. But when I'm hanging out of a tree in awkward positions, it's real easy to change your anchor point without even knowing it. That's where a peep sight helps IMO.
03-01-2007, 11:21 PM
#19
Nontypical Buck
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
im still confused on how you really shoot without a peep? didnt really know that was possiable.. wouldnt your left an right be way off? im REALLY interested in this. i think id love it without one!
03-02-2007, 07:58 AM
#20
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Japan
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RE: Peep sight? Should I use one or not?
If you don't have one now, try shooting and evaluate the results. If you're on target to your satisfaction, you don't need one.
On the other hand, if you feel you need help with the aim, put one in.
I use one. I find it helpful when shootingfrom odd positions since I don't shoot from a stand.
On the other hand, if you feel you need help with the aim, put one in.
I use one. I find it helpful when shootingfrom odd positions since I don't shoot from a stand.