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Discussion in 'Tech Talk' started by NewBowHunter, Nov 11, 2009.

  1. NewBowHunter

    NewBowHunter Newb

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    Hello, I am starting to think my arrows are a bit on the light side. I am shooting Beeman Hunter ICS's 400, 8.4 gpi. The total arrow weight is about 410 grains, with 100 gr heads. What do you guys think? Obviously the 125 gr heads would give me more forward weight, but do I need it?

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    NewBowHunter, Nov 11, 2009
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  3. brucelanthier

    brucelanthier Grizzled Veteran

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    That is really not too bad as far as weight goes. If the arrows fly true I wouldn't worry about it.
     
    brucelanthier, Nov 12, 2009
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    KodiakArcher Die Hard Bowhunter

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    For deer you should be fine as long as you're putting them where they need to be. A little more weight up forward may tighten your broadhead groups but I doubt you'd see a difference from just the 25 grain increase. I'm shooting a 580 grain arrow with 225 grains up front but the critters around here are a bit tougher than just deer.
     
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    MNKK Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Honestly...WHAT could be tougher than deer?!?! lol. Kidding, I'll leave now.
     
    MNKK, Nov 12, 2009
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    NewBowHunter Newb

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    Thanks for the replys, WOW, that bear is big, I bet there is a story behind that one!
     
    NewBowHunter, Nov 12, 2009
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    dingus Weekend Warrior

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    You'll be fine with 125, that is bascially the same set up I was using, I had to go to 340 spine when I went to 220 grian Muzzy Phantoms.
    The extra FOC will help.
     
    dingus, Nov 14, 2009
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