arrow weight question
#1
Fork Horn
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Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Waterville, NY
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arrow weight question
I use the Beman MFX Real Tree arrows with 100 gr field tips for a total arrow eight of 405 grains. I shoot G5 100 gr broadheads. I must have 20+ arrows and would like to make them a bit heavier plus have a higher FOC %. I tried heavier broadheads but they were not only heavier but larger and just did not fly well.
Is there anything on the market that could be installed inside the arrow from the nock end to make the tip heavier? See my set up below.
Is there anything on the market that could be installed inside the arrow from the nock end to make the tip heavier? See my set up below.
#3
#5
You can install 100 grain brass inserts if you were building new arrows, but with arrows that are already built that option is a difficult one at best.
Easiest way is to use a heavier broadhead, and that will Not give you a huge jump in FOC.
Dan
Easiest way is to use a heavier broadhead, and that will Not give you a huge jump in FOC.
Dan
#6
Fork Horn
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Location: Waterville, NY
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I spoke with knowledgeable tech from 3 Rivers Archery. I have ordered a doz brass inserts, 75 g Easton Brass HIT that can snap off to 50 gr. I'll use a thin epoxy and load the inserts from the nock end. I plan to do this on just 2 arrows, one with 50 gr and the other w/ 75 gr and then paper tune the bare shafts. Then based on how this works out determine what is the best option. Maybe I just stay as is.
Rob
Rob
#7
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Spring Grove, Pa. USA
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If the arrows already have inserts in,it'll be difficult to put 100gr brass inserts in to replace them.If you want more weight and FOC without using the inserts,you could use weight tubes and a 125gr head.
If you do use the 100gr inserts,it will weaken the spine on your arrows...just something to think about.
I have a doz. Beman MFX Calssic 400's that I shoot off my 54lb recurve and those things slam! Total weight with a 125gr point is 530gr and they fly beautifully
If you do use the 100gr inserts,it will weaken the spine on your arrows...just something to think about.
I have a doz. Beman MFX Calssic 400's that I shoot off my 54lb recurve and those things slam! Total weight with a 125gr point is 530gr and they fly beautifully
#9
Check with Lancaster Archery Supply. I kknow Gold Tip makes 10, 20, and 50 grain weights that can be scewed into the back of inserts from the nock end of the arrow. There is a special, very long allen wrench to do the job.
There may be other weights by other manufacturers as well. Cartel comes to mind.
There may be other weights by other manufacturers as well. Cartel comes to mind.