TenPoint, Excal, Parker, BowTech. These manufacturers make terrific crossbows and you can hardly go wrong with a bow from any of them. Definitely stay far, far away from Barnett. They had a tendency to blow up after limited use and the warranty is only 1yr. where the other four offer lifetime warranty. Also make sure you buy from a good dealer who offer good customer service after the sale David at Wyvern is by and far the best there is!