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05-01-2006 | 07:31 PM

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Len in Maryland

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RE: I have to hang up the compound so whats a good crossbow

BC25:

I'm going to try to help you understand the differences between the two crossbows that have been highly recommended - Excalibur and TenPoint.

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The Xcalibur models are all a bit too big and bulky for my tastes.

The reason for this is that the Excalibur, being a recurve design, needs a longer power stroke to reach the speeds of their compound competitiors. And don't believe the differential in speeds advertised because the speeds are based on very different grains/pound arrows.

The longer power stroke necessitates a longer riser and longer limbs. This basically demandsthe need for a cocking device. Most peoplewith less than a 30" draw length can't reach the string to cock it without a cocking device. The other problem is that the end of the draw cycle is not offset by cam action - again necessitating use of a cocking device for most. Cocking devices are available for the Excalibur, but integration into the designis limited.

The TenPoint is a compound design; and, by this design is much smaller than the Excalibur. It has two different cocking devices that are built into the bow's stock, but can be cocked by hand a lot easier than the Excalibur. There is a built-in 'anti-dryfire' mechanism and the safety is automatically engaged during the cocking of the crossbow. The Excalibur does not have an 'anti-dryfire' mechanism and their safety must be engagedafter it's cocked.

Our testing has found both designs to be equally loud, but can be dampened with the right accessories.

Good luck with whichever one you purchase.

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