No problem Arthur. I am just sitting back trying to take all this in when I come in to the forums. Lately I have not been able to read as much as I would like and have not read Ashby's studies or any of the links provided by various members. I will try to get to around to it.........uh, perhaps I am better off not doing so.[8D]
Personally, I hope I didn't give the impression I was totally discounting KE because I am not. Being inept at times conveying my thoughts, especially when I am in a hurry, I just wanted to say that the average bowhunter should not get so caught up or be so worried about his KE that he puts so much emphasis on it that he becomes mystified and confused. Personally, I have not been near a chrono for years(I probably should invest in one just for kicks), but I have a good idea what is fast enough for me and what gives me optimum penetration.
Arthur...you had me going for a few minutes after I read your post about some wanting minimum KE levels to be able to bowhunt. First off, I have never heard that mentioned before and think something of that nature would be impossible to enforce. Second......shooting 60-65 lbs. 2216s using fingers with mid-1980's compound bows probably does not show high KE, but I do know I got enough penetration to bust through bone and had several passthroughs on midwest deer leaving the arrow sticking in the ground.
Penetration (for the purposes of this thread) is being compared for different arrow sizes, not broadhead designs.
Hmmmm, the topic of broadhead designs for penetration purposes would make for an excellent topic.
I ain't starting it though!
Walks with a Gimp said it best........and unbelievable as it may seem, after shooting bows every year since 1977 I have only busted one limb........and that was a $30 garage sale recurve special!![8D]