There's another option you might consider SuperKirby. New bows are like new cars. They drop in value the minute you fork over your money. There are a lot of good quality used bows out there. It just takes a little shopping around.

Just for something to think about, the link below shows what's available in my area. I'd bet you will find the same situation in your area.

http://www.louisianasportsman.com/lp...=HU&subcat=HU8

IMO Nothing fine tunes your overall hunting skills like bow humting. A good archery shop will work with you and let you shoot any bow that interests you. If they don't, look for another shop.