I feel that if I use the strap to carry the load of the draw then the "feel" of the body and it's alignment to my hand has been compromised. If I were using it that way I might as well have the two finger model, which is really a one finger release to me, or a standard wrist caliper. The beauty of a handheld release to me is how it helps give proper alignment. I know it is picky but, a wrist strap attachment can't be in the centerline of your elbow to forearm to wrist to hand and release head. It has to be outside of that line. I would love to be able to shoot this release without the strap. The triggering (back) tension would come from that centerline I described and that could possibly an ideal situation. Again, this might seem nitpicky but I know my string arm angle and alignment changes from a handheld release to a strap.

I think they are well made and the trigger mechanism works great. I wish it worked better for me and I hope you two get along well.

I just thought I'd share my thoughts on it and the reasons it didn't make it as primary release for me. If you need a back up hoytshooter, I'd consider parting with mine. It has a buckle strap and is in A+ condition.

Good luck!

-Chief