Eastman Crossbows
 

I am getting ready to buy a crossbow. So far my two main choices are between Eastman and Parker. I cannot find a company web site for Eastman Outfitters. I guess it scares me if I don't have a easy way to contact the company. Does anyone have any information or pros and cons about Eastman.

In the Parker line, I am looking at the Hurricane or the Tornado. Any suggestions here?

Dave

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

Do yourself a favor and call David at WyvernCreations. Absolutely the best person to talk with and deal with on a crossbow and accessories! You won't regret the phone call: 603-659-0575!

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

X2,for sure!:D

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

I checked WyvernCreations and can't see where they carry Eastman Outfitters. Nothing aginst Wyvern, but I would rather buy close to home. Support the local business if possible. I'm just interested in the Eastman and this is the first year they carried them. I told them my concerns about not knowing anything about where the company was located and they didn't know what there web site was.

Dave

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

If you will call Dave Im sure he can help you with your choice,he can get just about anything
you could want,with his service its like he is next door! 603-659-0575[8D]

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

If you can't even find the co. when you're trying to buy the product, guess where you'll be when you need their support. I buy local IF they have what I want and can service their product when I need them. In most cases, when it comes to crossbows, they can't. Just send it back to the factory. ANYONE can do that.I guess I don't need to pay a premium for that "service." Until you mentioned it, I haven't even heard of Eastman crossbows. Good luck.

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

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RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

Eastman as I understand it basicly is kinda a copy of the older Darton (with some licensing from Darton again as I understand it). I shot a couple at the trade shows and they are "OK" but a tad heavy IMO compared to other bows out there in their price range and I felt that they had abit more hand shock, but some people really liked them, so it is going to be a hit or miss if you cant get your hands on one to try, but if you like it the only issue is they are kinda off the radar as far as what their service is like. I personaly dont carry them as I did not see where it would have been a good addition to what I already carry, but I fully understand and appreciate the local business support :D
Keep us posted
Wyvern

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

Thank You. I been to both of these sites. The site I'm looking for is the main company. If I have a complaint, I like to try handling it with the people who manufacture it. One of the three sport shops within 20 miles from my house has them. They sold four or five of them last week. This is the biggest shop in the area, with the most knowledgeable sales force. One of the sale people looked and couldn't find a site for me.

Dave

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

I did find out a little about Eastman Outfitters today but to late to talk to someone. My dealer gave me an information sheet with there address, phone and website on it. Their website is www.eastmanoutfitters.com but the address doesn't work. The are from Flushing, MI.And Darton makes the bows for them.

Dave

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

Are you sure you want a bow sold by a marginally known company (for crossbows) made by another marginally known company? With all the competition in this field it won't be long before the 'marginals' will be marginalized out pf existence. Horton is said to be on the ropes, same with a several others.
My best advice is to pick from a company that will likely be here when your crossbow needs service: Bowtech, Excalibur, Parker, Ten Point. They have numerous models to choose from, representing a broad price range.
And, equally important, they are know for their customer service, as well as lifetime warranty.

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

I have decided to buy a different bow, that's why when I first started this post, I asked about the Parker Hurricane and Tornado. I have since shoot the tornado and was impressed by the trigger. I'm finding out that they are having problems with the trigger not just on the crossbow I shot.

Dave

RE: Eastman Crossbows
 

All the x-bows (that I know of) of a few years back had terrible triggers
RC