Mar-den Mini-Max pro ext. 100 grain

Plywood 5 points
Steel drum 3 points
Orange 4 points
Cutting diameter 5 points
Accuracy 5 points
Blades 2 points
Total score 24 with a Blade sharpness rating of B

The 100grain min-max pro extreme is a two blade swing open style mechanical head. It has a large 2” cutting diameter, and like all Mar-den heads, has 7/8” exposed cutting surface when closed.
In the plywood the head penetrated completely, and without damage. I felt this was very impressive considering how large the head is. In the steel drum the head penetrated the first wall with the tip sticking in the back. Both blades were bent up pretty bad, but all cutting surface remained. Considering how tough a steel drum is I think this is excellent performance, especially from a 2” head. In the Orange test the mini-max fully opened by the time it made it to the back. On the front side it showed the effects of the exposed 7/8” cutting diameter. Once again I was impressed with how fast the head opened and how well it held up during all of the tests.
Overall I think this is an excellent head. It shoots very well, just like a field point, opens fast, and has tough sharp blades. Another nice feature of the 100 grain Mini-Max pro is that the tip of the head extends well past the front of the blades. Those who may be concerned with deflection will like this feature. The tip will dig into the hide before the blades begin contact. This should help “guide” the rest of the head in a straight line. I have not personally found deflection to be a problem with any mechanical provided your bow is well tuned and you take reasonable shots, but the extended tip sure won’t hurt. As with all Mar-den heads the blade tips begin cutting right away, this not only helps to avoid deflection, it really aid’s in penetration. If you want a large 2” head in the 100grain weight class this is an excellent choice. Considering how well this broadhead penetrates I would say those who currently shoot tackle producing 55 ft/lbs of kinetic energy or more should have plenty of horse power to push through any game they would hunt with a mechanical broadhead.

Not a lot of hits and no replies. Interesting report as usual. But if everyone out there is somewhat thinking the way I am- I' m chomping at the bit to read your report on the 2" 3 blade " Mini-max 3" model. That' s the one I' m most interested in!!

Keep up the great work and I' m looking forward to that report most as right now I' m leaning towards the wasp jack hammers, but waiting on your report before pulling the trigger. The way you hyped up the mar-den line I' m wanting some of their Mini-max 3' s instead, just need some 5- shot inspiration!!

Already got some slicktricks on the way, just want some new mechanicals with a wide cut to compliment my quiver. Should be able to get both flying the same easily. Mechanicals for deer and slicktricks for pigs (I can switch out arrows when I hear them noisy cusses coming down the trail).

Dave I will try to get it out today for you. It compares best with the Rocket Hammerhead, but penetrates better and the blades are a lot sharper and stronger.

I' m drooling already!!
No hurry, But I appreciate the thought[:-]

I' ve used both the 125 grain vortex and the hammerhead.I think the vortex did better in the tests because it is a sturdier head no doubt.Remember though it is a two blade head vs the 3 blade rocket.The only thing I did' nt care for on the vortex is the steep blade angle.I found that if I hit the off shoulder it stopped the vortex.The rocket with the blades angled back further would tend to glance off and keep going.That being said,I never lost one with the vortex due to lack of penetration.If you have alot of KE it is a good head.

CB