Heavy wood arrows

[Deno]

varmint101

Whispering Wind Arrows were made by Bob Burton (aromakr) in Montana.  Not sure if he's still making arrows.  I'll find out and let you know.

Deno

[Puma Tom]

Never tried hickory, but have maple birch and ash.
I preferred ash over the others
Very good penetration and durability

[Wudstix]

I'm a tapered Ash and Maple fan.
                            

[TSP]

I'm a fan of wood arrows and for typical short-range (under 20) hunting shots see no huge downside to using heavyweights even on lighter bows, provided you practice enough to know where they hit.  Besides the penetration advantage they're also wicked quiet (keep your fletch low enough to avoid whistling) and are less-affected by crosswinds. 

I wouldn't say they are better than 10-12 grain arrows (which do have a speed and trajectory advantage) but the differences for the task you plan to use them for really aren't enough to worry about...and you'll probably find your arrow sticking bloody in the ground, not running/bouncing away with the critter.

[Orion]

Bob Burton owned Whispering Wind arrows.  He retired a year or so ago but he may still have some shafts available. 

[Huntschool]

How about "Forgewood" …..  Google for info.

[Sam McMichael]

Years ago, I shot a bow that drew about 69# at my draw length. I made up some hickory arrows for it, and they were very heavy, but it was so long ago that I don't remember the weight. Even with that heavy bow, they had a very significant drop compared to the cedar I usually shot. They were very tough. I don't feel that this heavy weight arrow is needed for deer, but for hogs and other tough game, they are great.