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Old 06-29-2006 | 07:09 AM
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Default RE: Rage Broadheads???

I've been reading some consistent reports from a few guys who got their hands on them that are having trouble keeping the 3 blade version closed.
I guess they sort of "snap" into place (no rubber bands) and these people are having trouble with one or more blades not staying put.
From these same discussions it apparently isn't an issue on the 2 blade version.

Not what I experienced, just what I read from those who have tried them.

Not sure why they eliminated the rubber band deployment for this style head? The band does not hinder deployment in the least and is a simple consistent reliable retention system. IMO it requires too exacting of tolerances to keep expandable blades closed without them and too make them close consistently it seems like the manufacturer must "overkill" the retention to make sure they stay shut. (IE Spitfires)

The design of the head LOOKS great , just what I would want in a Snyper style.....more cutting diameter, but If I got some 3 blade Rage heads I would immediately see if there was a way to convert them to a band retention system......Not sure I'd want the chance of one blade flying loose at launch? [:@]
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