I have a Parker Tornado. So do 2 of my hunting buddies. Ours are 2-3 years old now. We have been very pleased with the performance.

As a long time bow hunter who, like you, had to switch to a crossbow after suffering a shoulder injury (both bicep tendons ruptured), it took me a while to get used to hunting with a crossbow. My first issue was figuring out how to cope with the need for horizontal clearance needed in order for the limbs to remain clear of slapping limbs or twigs ... or worse. Also I found the cross bow many, many times louder. Not one single time have I ever had deer hang around after a shot. The loud slap of the limbs spooks them for sure. Also do not get it into your mind that some how you are now deadly at substantially longer distances. I have found no appreciable increase in lethal distance. I would not advise use of a mechanical broadhead. If you can find a fixed blade such as the Montec or a replaceable blade such as a Muzzy that fly well, I'd stay with "simple".

Sight ? I tried one of those 3-dot type scopes but had to switch back to a more traditional cross hair look. I'd do fine on a target but shot poorly in the field. I have no clue why? So I went to a Nikon BDC tyoe crossbow scope. I am not a big fan of Nikon rifle scopes, but I have to say that this crossbow scope has worked out great for me.

I'd suggest you carry a "spare" bolt with a field point. Great way to safely "unload" the crossbow.

Good luck and good hunting ?