Beyond a shadow of a doubt the Excalibur is head and shoulders above the Horton Do yourself a favor and make a phone call to David at Wyvern Creations. 603-659-3575. He will answer all your questions , help you chose the best bow for you , all with no pressure to buy from him. It will be the best phone call you ever can make
Check out what people say about him on Archery Talk Forum
http://www.archerytalk.com/vb/showthread.php?t=1657241
The link is to one of many threads about the terrific service people receive from him!