I didn' t NEED to buy a Hoyt either--my Golden Eagle bows had been consistent deer killers for many years. However, my confidence in my bow' s performance (and my ability to shoot it well) had diminished and I wanted to be consistent and confident at longer ranges. I bought a Razortec and am shooting the best I' ve ever shot--very tight groups out to 40 yards. If a Martin does that for you, good!