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Old 08-29-2007, 09:18 AM   #1
 
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Has anyone shot this bow? from 1-10 what your rateing ,is it loud & the shot..just wondering ..[8D]..thanks
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Old 08-29-2007, 06:10 PM   #2
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Its fast, pulls back smooth, center shot, shock free, quiet etc. How would I rate it? I can only rate it against my Chek-Mate Crusader and TD Hunter. It's far better to shoot then either one. I like the handle which is more like a compound bow handle, nice and slim and fits my hand and it really does a good job reducing torque. The only draw back I see is that compared to many other bows it kinda ugly but it sure does make up for that when you shoot it.
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I couldn't find a drooling smiley , I'm getting one for rabbit season . My favorite game should have a suitable bow .
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I like shooting small game as well with trad gear. Another of my favourites is airiel pheasant hutning with FLU FLU Fleatchings!!!
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Old 09-24-2007, 09:33 AM   #5
 
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Anyone know the price tag on a Gamemaster II ?
No one seems to carry 'em around here, so I could only find price information, via phone, on the original Gamemaster.

Also, is the Gamemaster II that much of an upgrade from the original?
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Old 09-24-2007, 12:40 PM   #6
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Here's a used one. http://www.excaliburcrossbow.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=18196
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Old 09-26-2007, 12:24 AM   #7
 
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Thanks for looking out.
Although that appears to be an original GM..found that one for $449 at a local shop brand new. And I've found an online shop that sells Gamemaster II for $749, does that sound right? and is the GM2 worth $300 more than the original?

Kinda hoping $749 is incorrect since I had my eyes on it but I doubt I'll pay that much for my very first bow...
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Old 09-26-2007, 08:29 AM   #8
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Is there any way you can shoot one before you buy it?

You have to keep in mind that opinions are just that--opinions. Ask which is better--Ford or Chevy, blondes or brunettes, Realtree vs. Mossey Oak, etc. etc. etc. and you'll get umpteen different opinions, which may or may not wind up being the same as yours.

I honestly can't remember if I've shot one or not--if I have, it was the older model. I've shot quite a few metal risered bows--somelot cheaper, some a lot more expensive--and I just don't care for them. They have their advantages and disadvantages like everything else, and you may love them, hate them, or be indifferent.

Anyhow, my point is you can get adviceon these boards, but don't bet your life's savings on someone else's opinion. You could throw out any name-brand and find folks that will say they are the best in the world, and others that don't like them at all.

With your first bow, your not going to know yet what you like or don't like, and that is subject to change as you develop your shooting style and taste in bows. Look for a decent usedbow (your not going to be able to tell much if any difference in a decent bow and a great one starting out),unless you just have the cash to spare. Get one that fits in a draw weight youcan comfortably control. Figure out what you like or don't like about it, and go from there. Do some trading, shoot as many bows as you can, andtake notes. Finding "the" bow will usually take a little time, but the good newsis the process isa lot of fun.


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Old 10-02-2007, 07:03 AM   #9
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I think I paid $600.00 CDN last year for my new GM II.
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