I know this has been talked about in the regular bow forums but what is my fellow CB users shooting? I currently use Fixed blade muzzys but for the last two years i amalways looking real hard at the mechs in the store, but I am the type of guy that once I find something I like I have a hard time changing. But would like to try the mechs soon. Whats your opinion, and what do you shoot?

Currently using the Wasp Boss 100g. They came with my Phoenix package. Personally no interest in mechanicals. I figure why complicate things. Just my opinion.

I use spitfire 125's (mech.) cause they look sweet lol...fixed blade and mechanical have both advantages and disadvantages...so i guess they are the hunters preference

I use 125 grain fixed blades and have for years.

I took 6 deer with them the first 5 were broad side shots; then a nice buck happen to be standing at an angle the arrow when in through the top of the shoulder andhit the short ribs on the far side, no exit hole. Nine hours later I found him less than 250 yards away the only blood I ever found was where he fell.
So I did a bit of experamenting I believe that you loose up to 20 percent of the arrows foot pounds just opening a mech. They work ok under some circumstances but I wil never use them again. LEE

I use wasp jack hammer sst's (mechanical) work good for me. 2004's nine point went 60 feet.


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I have a Horton and I use Spitfire 100 gr. Mechanicals. I have killed several deer with these broadheads but I "Only" use mechanicals because Horton in "General" shoots very poor groups with fixed blades. There are a "Few" Hortons that will shoot fixed blades well but not "Many" !!! If I had a crossbow that "Was" able to shoot consistant groups with a fixed blade I woulduse a Muzzy or a Thunderhead that would go thru bone better. If you have a crossbow now that shoots fixed blades well (consistent tight groups) don't switch. The fixed blade is "More" forgiving if you hit "Bone" !!! Sincerely, Deerme

My dad built long bows so did his father so I picked up a bit from him and I had half ownership in a archery shop when compounds were first put on the market and I pick up a bit from the schools I went to to work on them.
I built and shot crossbows when you could not buy a good one and it truly amazes me that some are made in this technically advanced time with out wide enough slots to put a helical fletch on them. One of the reasons I picked a 10 point was because I did not have to mill out the slot to put enough helical onfor broad heads. Lee

IMHO, when it comes to mechanical heads there are two types of hunters....

Those that have had a failure with them and those that will.

They are just a bandaid for lack of proper tuning.

STEEL FORCE’S SABERTOOTH TALON - Reviewed by Daniel James Hendricks
On one of our spring bear hunts, we had an opportunity to use a new and unique broadhead from Ballistic Archery/Steel Force. The 100 grain, (it also comes in a 125 grain model) stainless steel Sabertooth Talon, proved to be an exciting new addition to our hunting arsenal.

As most of you know, the traditional, cut-on-contact broadheads are unbeatable when it comes to penetration. The problem is, however, that sometimes these deadly heads have too much penetration. Steel Force has designed this broadhead to reduce penetration, while inflicting more fatal damage with each shot. The Sabertooth Talon is specifically designed to reduce overall penetration, while increasing tissue, bone and feather damage. It’s perfect for turkeys and small game where extreme penetration is not necessary.

The forward facing teeth of the Talon will grab and tear anything they touch, while the razor sharp edges will easily cut arteries and veins assuring quick game recovery. However, don't doubt the capabilities of this extraordinary broadhead on big game. During our bear hunt in Canada, the Sabertooth Talon was put to the test on a medium sized black bear. The arrow passed completely through ribs and vitals, burying deeply into a tree, forty feet beyond its victim. The Talon was lodged so deeply into the tree that the head broke free of the arrow while trying to extract it. When pliers were used to pull out the broadhead, we were pleased to discover that the stainless steel blades were still so sharp they easily shaved the hair from our arms.

The best and most impressive thing about the Talon was how well it flew from the crossbow. After the second shot, we were forced to make one shot at a time because the arrow flight was so consistent and accurate, the arrows were virtually going into the same hole made by the previous shot.

There has been a steady movement back to the more traditional cut-on-contact broadheads by both vertical and horizontal bowhunters, and for some very good reasons. Ballistic Archery is one of the leaders in the production of tough, almost indestructible stainless steel broadheads. They are also the only company to offer free lifetime resharpening for your Steel Force broadheads.

With a company that offers that kind of quality, performance and service, do yourself a big favor and check out the Steel Force broadheads. It may be one of the smartest things you’ve ever done. For more information on the full line of Steel Force products call Ballistic Archery at 609-397-1990. Tell them that the Horizontal Bowhunter Magazine sent you and they will be happy to see to your questions and your needs.