For $200. you did good. Never owned a PSE crossbow but know people who have. Any crossbow is better than no crossbow expecially in Canada when temps go below zero it is hard to pull a compound in big bulky snowsuits and thats when I pick out one of my crossbows. Shoot away my friend and have fun with it and if you like it you can upgrade down the road and have a second to lend out to family or friends so they can join you and enjoy the experiance. Happy hunting