Rebel, you still don't know which one yet? Can't blame you at all. I would be torn between a Horton, Ten Point or Excalibur. In the end I guess for me it would be either a Horton or an Ecal. Ten Point would be out because of the prices. I choose an Excal because I am a mechainc and I wanted something simple. On the other had the Horton is a lower priced product that works well. I hunt with a few guys that have Hortons and have no problems at all. I guess its more about personal principle in the end for me. I think the Horton is a perfect xbow to start with that should last you a lifetime based on price and performance, assuming you are not an arrow junkie like our Squirrel. That kid would be great to have around the house! He'd get me out a lot more often. I thought I was a bit of an arrow junkie. At work I shoot anywhere from 30 to 50 or more shots from my compound every day. If I had a boy like Squirrel I would either have to get another target butt or shoot less! He's a hoot! You should ask him how many shots he has taken from hi Horton so far. Might give you an idea how long a Horton should last. He's got some endurance test going for sure.