You are going to have a happy Man on Christmas!! How familiar is he to CB's and deer hunting in general? Also, do you plan on getting him other stuff. The reason I ask is since you bought him the bare bow it will be like giving someone a car with no gas and oil, he will not be able to "play" on Christmas day with it. If he is totally new to the CB world then you should get him the right stuff pack also. Alot of things in there that a well experience Excal guy can do with out, but will be like gold to him being a new guy to the Excal line. The stringing aid is one of them things that I think is a must have. If you get this you will still be under your original budget and he will have all he needs to go out and shoot the same day! When he opens the gift, send him our way and we will help him out with whatever he needs! This is from the BHSS web site.
Excalibur 2007 Right Stuff Standard Crossbow Acces., Realtree AP.
[EX6660]
$159.95
Excalibur 2007 Right Stuff Standard Crossbow Acces., Realtree AP.
Accessory packages are a must for the hunter who wants it all. The "Standard Package" comes with Quiver Bracket, Excalibur 4-Arrow "Realtree Hardwoods" Quiver, Deck Wax, Excel String, Rope Cocking Aid, Crossbow Stringer, 6-Arrows w/Vanes and 6-100 gr.Target Points and 6-100 gr. Broadheads.