Hey guys, I have been hanging out here for a few days soaking up all of this knowledge. I found what I think is a good deal but I am not sure, and I am also not sure if it is OK for a begginer. I have never bow hunted before or really even shot a bow. Here is the bow I am looking at: It is a PSE Thunderbolt that was purchased in 2003 for $700. The bow has an adjustable 29" draw, fiber optic sights, Keller Pendulum sight, game tracker, extra rocky mountain broadheads, a whisker biscuit rest and limb savers installed. I cannot find the bow online anywhere, I guess because it is old. I was hopeing for some specs on it but he really doesnt have what I am looking for. He measured from axle to axle and he said the length is 37". I asked about the brace height and he said it is just under 6", I understand a begginer should have at least a 7" brace height, is this correct? The bow is supposed to be in great shape. He is asking $175 for the bow, is this a good deal for a begginer? Should I continue my search? $175 is a great price for me, but I do not want to waste $175 if it's going to make my beggining a nightmare. I would just go buy a new one but I spent a ton of money on a new Rock River Arms AR-15 last week, so the $175 is good for me. Anyway, give me your thought and opnions please, I am brand new so I am looking to you guys for some guidance. Thanks in advance. Scott
Scott, if the bow is in the good condition and feels good in your hands, then yes, $175 is a good deal. What is your draw length? If you don't know, you need to figure it out by going to a pro-shop or you can do it yourself with a tape measure. You don't have to get fancy to get started in bowhunting, you just need to be able to place a pin on the deer's vitals and shoot with confidence.
x2, Well said.. Just make sure to inspect the entire bow (especially the limbs) and shoot the bow, and if it feels right then go for it. You could then go to a local archery shop and have someone get you all set up in terms of draw length, poundage, etc.. Good luck with it, have fun.
