1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
08-04-2007 | 09:23 PM
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Nontypical Buck
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1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
I'm still debating on 125 grain and 100 grain for elk. If I decide to go with 100 grain, how much of a difference will the 1 1/16" and the 1 1/4" cutting diameter make?
The two broadheads I'm considering are the Muzzy MX-3's and the Cabela's Copperhead. I'm leaning towards the MX-3's.
Thanks Bryan
The two broadheads I'm considering are the Muzzy MX-3's and the Cabela's Copperhead. I'm leaning towards the MX-3's.
Thanks Bryan
08-04-2007 | 09:39 PM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
If the arrow is put in the boiler room, it's not going to make a lick of difference. Where you'll see the benefit of the larger diameter head is on a marginal shot.
Personally, I would go with the 100 grain model, but thats only because thats what my bow seems to prefer. The MX-3s are a killer head, I shot one at work today and really liked it.
Personally, I would go with the 100 grain model, but thats only because thats what my bow seems to prefer. The MX-3s are a killer head, I shot one at work today and really liked it.
08-04-2007 | 10:17 PM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
I don't ever use less than 125.. I perfer 200- 220. grain Muzzy Phantoms. I've seen the difference, and will never use light broadheads again.
There is a mindset with archers thinking the lighter broadheads fly faster, they do, but you give up so much penetation.
We've done some extensive test, and the heavy will out perform the lighter, hands down.
There is a mindset with archers thinking the lighter broadheads fly faster, they do, but you give up so much penetation.
We've done some extensive test, and the heavy will out perform the lighter, hands down.
08-05-2007 | 08:02 AM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
Cabelas also has the FX-3 which is the Muzzy MX-3 if you are concerned about price. Why not look into Slicktricks or Wac'ems too.
08-05-2007 | 12:18 PM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
We've done some extensive test, and the heavy will out perform the lighter, hands down.
Whats this WE crap[8D]
Doncha mean Ausie done the testing and you seen the end result
Sorry bud could not help myself[8D]
08-05-2007 | 02:47 PM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
I just came in from an extensive period of shooting my Muzzy MX-3's in preparation for my elk trip which I leave for in 16 days. They're flying like darts, and there's absolutely no way I'll shoot at the same dot even from 50 yards any more up until I leave... I've already dinged up several blades, shaved a handful of fletches off and busted several nocks over the last few weeks with them.
With its 1 1/4" cutting diameter and strong .025" thick blades, I'm fully confident in this head's ability to bring a mature elk down quickly.
With its 1 1/4" cutting diameter and strong .025" thick blades, I'm fully confident in this head's ability to bring a mature elk down quickly.
08-05-2007 | 09:35 PM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
muzzy's will always doyou better the tips are made to break though bone. i would use 125 grain you will get more knock down with the heavier broad head.
08-05-2007 | 11:02 PM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
ORIGINAL: Greg / MO
I just came in from an extensive period of shooting my Muzzy MX-3's in preparation for my elk trip which I leave for in 16 days. They're flying like darts, and there's absolutely no way I'll shoot at the same dot even from 50 yards any more up until I leave... I've already dinged up several blades, shaved a handful of fletches off and busted several nocks over the last few weeks with them.
With its 1 1/4" cutting diameter and strong .025" thick blades, I'm fully confident in this head's ability to bring a mature elk down quickly.
I just came in from an extensive period of shooting my Muzzy MX-3's in preparation for my elk trip which I leave for in 16 days. They're flying like darts, and there's absolutely no way I'll shoot at the same dot even from 50 yards any more up until I leave... I've already dinged up several blades, shaved a handful of fletches off and busted several nocks over the last few weeks with them.
With its 1 1/4" cutting diameter and strong .025" thick blades, I'm fully confident in this head's ability to bring a mature elk down quickly.
08-06-2007 | 07:32 AM
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RE: 1 1/16" VS 1 1/4" Cutting Diameter
ORIGINAL: GMMAT
3/16's
If I decide to go with 100 grain, how much of a difference will the 1 1/16" and the 1 1/4" cutting diameter make?
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