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I wouldn't call 290ish fast by todays standards. I could be getting 330 Fps if I wanted it, I don't.

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Originally Posted by Huntr2 (Post 3787384)

Agreed, like I say a fast hard hitting bow, faster allows for a larger broadhead if needed to get the extra K/E.

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I ain't shot a moose nor a Bear but i have killed some hogs in my time that were built like a Tank. Using my vixen & a 595 gr arrow 2216 Magnus Snuffer 125 at 80+ KE, it will certainly go thru a moose or bear & i am not a computer expert directors chair sitter.

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Originally Posted by OneBear (Post 3787547)

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Agreed thats why I said it was a chart from experts and I personally like a fast hard hitting bow that has about 100 K/E. You cant just go buy what some company puts in a chart. Thats what i said from the first post.

I think if you do a little scut work, you'll find your [their] 'K/E' chart predates even compound verts.

100 lbs k.e. on deer is a $12 joke every time you shoot one. it's easier to get last years taxes back than find the arrow[s].

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Originally Posted by awshucks (Post 3787600)

I think if you do a little scut work, you'll find your [their] 'K/E' chart predates even compound verts.
100 lbs k.e. on deer is a $12 joke every time you shoot one. it's easier to get last years taxes back than find the arrow[s].

Since you apparently took a swipe at me along with Hunter.....

Guess everyone has a bellybutton on this issue 'shucks. I prefer a bit faster arrow for the flatter trajectory, yet want the KE just in case I hit the shoulder. That said, my Excals shoot a 405 gr arrows just over 300 and 320 fps, respectively; the compound shoots a 445 gr at 345. Making my own arrows, keeps the price down and I can't make any more if I don't lose em.:happy0001: Finding them has not been a problem so far, however. Besides, I seriously doubt your slightly slower arrow is any easier to find ...if buried in forest duff.

BTW finished my taxes (both fed and state) in about an hour yesterday and e-filed in seconds. Some things change, my friend.

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Originally Posted by Cossack (Post 3787653)

I agree with Cossack, a pass through on a great shot is a path through at 200 fps or 380 fps. A faster bow allows the hunter to choose from many arrow options and have flexability with broadheads and FOC if you choose. I will take the fast bow for hunting for many reasons.

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Originally Posted by OneBear (Post 3787170)

Charts don't mean squat!! Get the advice of an experienced crossbow hunter who has actually taken critters the size of buffalo, moose and African Game . Following the advice of somebody who has done nothing but sat behind a computer, pretending to be an expert is not the way to go.

I sugguest you contact Bill Trobridge , the President and Owner of Excalibur Crossbows. He has taken many large animals up to and including an elephant, I'm sure hw will be glad to pass on his recommendations to you. They will definitely be valid recommendations.
You can contact him through the Excalibur Website or forum

Hmmm,that has a bearish tone to it.Good point,just my thoughts.

I took a black bear and got a complete pass thru with my vixen. It was only 20 yards away mind you.

Depends on how far your planning on shooting as well.