RE: How important is shaft straighness for hunting??
[quote]ORIGINAL: dws
I think that if you can consistently hit your target at hunting distances with the arrow of your choice then that is good enough.
dws, although I agree with most of what you posted above I do have to rebutt this part. One of the biggest differences between average and better to top-notch shooters is that "nothing is ever good enough". There is always the quest for perfection, or at least to exceed past performance. It's not always about equipment either, but attitude, too. And then there are really people that honestly don't know where the differences lie so need educated. That's where these discussions come in handy.
But to be honest about it, I have never cared for statements that mean "close enough for hunting". To me it shows a lack of respect for critters. This is blood and guts and the animals deserve our respect and the best we can give them.