Mechanical for Elk?

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  1. Hammer1171

    Hammer1171 Weekend Warrior

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    I normally shoot NAP Spitfires for whitetails and I am going to Colorado in September for Elk. Just wondering how many (if any) have used mechanicals for Elk?

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    Oldcarp Die Hard Bowhunter

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    I don't know about the spitfires but I have seen some bad experiences with mechanicals on elk. I'm going to get slammed here but the rage were the ones Ive seen problems with. I have a buddy who shoots the grim reapers and hasn't had a problem. I would suggest a good fixed blade still.
     
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    would also suggest a nice sharp sturdy fixedblade.
     
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    BACKSTRAPASSASSIN Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Why would you add to the already tough equation of elk hunting a possible broadhead failure with mechanicals....fixed fixed fixed

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    JGD Die Hard Bowhunter

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    Couldn't agree more...
     
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    Thanks for the feedback. Guess I'm breaking the old thunderheads out of mothball fleet.
     
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