Trouble in low light

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  1. Jaberry

    Jaberry Weekend Warrior

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    I have been having problems seeing while shooting a 3d coarse at low light. Would going to a bigger peep help me combat this issue? I currently wear bifocals and do believe im suffering from night blindness. Lucky me. Thanks

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    Yes, a larger peep will definitely help.

    What size peep are you currently shooting?
     
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    you could get rid of the peep and go with a kisser or even better yet nose button. There are several good hunters here who just use a kisser with no peep...I think maybe @virginiashadow is one IIRC?

    Why may nose button be better? Tip of your nose doesn't move as much as corner of your mouth.
     
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    virginiashadow Legendary Woodsman

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    I dont use a peep or kisser. I'm out of control!
     
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    I don't use a peep anymore for the same reason. Did try the nose button and it's working so far. For the most part nothing has changed with my shooting accuracy. If I was strictly target shooting, I would feel better with a peep. But for deer hunting, it's much simpler.

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    I'm currently using a 3/16 peep. Was gonna install a 1/4. Just worried about how bad it was gonna throw me off on anything. Season starts here oct 1st.

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    How do you aim without a peep? Sight pin placed on one side of the string or in line with the string? Just curious now.
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    I keep a consistent anchor with my hand and face. When I do the pin is about a 1/4" on the left side of string. I don't look thru the string, if I am then I know my anchor is off. It took practice and lots of shooting to find my natural anchor. But now it's second nature. The nose button keeps my up and down elevation the same and confirms I'm in the right place. It's nice that I don't have to worry about low light and a peep anymore. Just keeps the bow simple and less to worry about when trying to make the shot.

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