I am sure I can kill just as many bear, deer and elk with a cheaper bow. I never have and never will though agree with the statement about what the bow is used for, 3-d or hunting. And I certainly don't like the term, good enough for hunting. What is used for tack driving accuracy on the range should be incorporated in any hunting set up. I want the tack driving accuracy in my hunting bow also. There are some mid range bows that will proform rather well, probably to the point at which some archers can not shoot. Some can tell the difference though, and with tighter pocket tolerances and such needed thingsfor tack driving accuracy, usually comes a higher price tag. I therefore opt for the best that my money can buy at the time, even if it means a loss next year. Heck I know some guys that can blow 700.00 in a night on a craps table or on beer in one weekend with no return of their money. How many of you spent 700.00 in a weekend on a short get away. What will that bring you in one year. Look how many weekend getaways 700.00 will bring you during hunting season. It all depends on where your priorities and needs are. Must be why I am not ever getting married again!!!!!!!!!! Cheaper bows will make some happy, but I have noticed that a vast majority, will want to upgrade within a couple of years anyway. Just make sure that your purchase is one that will keep you happy for a few years if needed!!!! Whatever you may choose to spend.