Iy you Horton guys are using an Excal style rope cocker, put the hooks on upside down. That way, they will clear the safety whether you are cocking or uncocking the bow. Also, if you have a thumb hole stock put the rope and one handle/hook thru it. Some have partial trigger guards, same difference. i like the Excal style because it allows the rope to slip some which is how it cocks the bow so even. Believe Horton sells one that has loops and is flat nylon material, don't see how it will slip. Have fun!!