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Old 11-02-2006 | 09:51 AM
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Default RE: Barnett Wildcat C5

I've shot a Barnett RC150. I like the specs on the Wildcat C5, but haven't shot one. The RC150 is quiet, compact, accurate, and relatively fast. My complaints have been with the string (lasts less than 100 shots no matter how good you take care of it) and with the bolts. I got a bow shop to cut Horton bolts to a shorter length with the RC150, and it has worked just fine. The Wildcat C5 is supposed to have a good, light trigger- the RC150 does as well. One advantage of the C5 is that since it shoots 20" bolts, you can use regular Horton bolts with it. If you are going to get one, I would suggest scrapping the Barnett bolts (I've never heard of anyone being happy with them) and buying some Horton 20" Carbon Strike bolts instead.

From my experience, Barnetts are fast, accurate andquiet, butare not built as tough as some other brands. I would consider the Wildcat C5 only if you are going to treat it gently and are not planning on shooting it 100's of times each season.
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