new acs bow question

[Matt Wright]

G’day
Just a quick question, I am thinking about buying a ACS bow from A and H archery but I am still unsure on what to get (take down or one piece) so if any one out there has used both any info you can give me would be great.
Also to all the people using ACS bows how do they perform??

Thanks all

[A.S.]

I have only shot the takedown, but can tell you the performance of these bows is as good as it gets! I'm shooting 48# and getting the same performance as some of the other "high performance" recurves that I have owned.

Oh yeah, and they are incredibly accurate and forgiving!!

[Bowmania]

Can't figure on why anyone would want a one piece, when 3 is available.  The only "advantage" a one piece has is it's lighter, hence less accurate.

You might also as yourself where you live and how's it going to get there.

Bowmania

[killinstuff]

Get the 16" riser over the 14" and you won't regret it.

[larry]

I really like the 16" recurve riser, far better than the standard riser

[Bjorn]

I have 3 takedowns and 1 one piece bow. They perform very similar-it is really a personal preference thing-you like that classic longbow feel-get the 1pc. Like something that feels like a recurve or modern R/D-get the takedown. Both shoot just as well and hit equally hard.
And the customer service is just as flawless either way.

[redant 60/65]

I had two of the three piece, Both high performance bows, shot them very well. But I never really liked the grip. I just got a one piece last week and I like the grip, more like a long bow, performance whys,  just as fast as my three pieces where. Get one of each  

[TomMcDonald]

Originally posted by Matt Wright:
G’day
Just a quick question, I am thinking about buying a ACS bow from A and H archery but I am still unsure on what to get (take down or one piece) so if any one out there has used both any info you can give me would be great.
Also to all the people using ACS bows how do they perform??

Thanks all

1 piece are better looking, but you'll be paying 150Us dollars for shipping.

[TomMcDonald]

Originally posted by Bowmania:
Can't figure on why anyone would want a one piece, when 3 is available.  The only "advantage" a one piece has is it's lighter, hence less accurate.

You might also as yourself where you live and how's it going to get there.

Bowmania

They're infinitely better looking.

[Steelhead]

Its a personal thing I suppose and could be a question of utility.

The 3 piece is gonna be very versatile with all the limb options and if you have a problem with a limb you can get another set.

I got a 66 inch one piece and do prefer it over the TD bow I had personelly.Your mileage may vary.I love the one piece though!Looks wise and how it feels when I shoot it.

[The Whittler]

I have a question for you ACS CX owners (3pc). Is there any hand vib/shock of any kind. The reason I ask is I have arthritis in my hands wrists and elbows. A little is ok a lot is not.

I shot a BW LB and it had very little if nothing at all. If it's like the BW LB then it's ok for me.

Matt, hope it's ok to ask this on your post. Thanks for any help.

[Bjorn]

There is virtually none in these bows that I have been able to detect. I am an older guy and I notice it if it is there.

[amar911]

Nothing wrong with the one piece as long as you won't be traveling with the bow. If travel is in your plans, buy the 3 piece. These are very nice bows, but they are not the wonder bows that many people suggest will throw arrows the same speed as other bows 10 pounds heavier. I am not sure what bows are being compared to the ACS to hold it out as being so much faster, but I don't get those kinds of speed differences with my ACS compared to my other high performance bows. Don't get me wrong, the ACS bows are smooth, fast, etc., but so are quite a few of their competition. The ACS is a darn fine bow that will do anything you need a trad bow to do, and it will do it as well as any bow you could buy, especially if you add the versatility of a 3 piece. Of course, like any bow, try before you buy to make sure it works well in your hands.

Allan

[CJC]

i have found these bows to outperform all others.  i prefer the standard grip.  i tried the larger rc grip and sold it shortly thereafter.  you will not be disappointed in this bow.

[A.S.]

I meant to say above that my 48# ACS shoots the same arrow at the same speed as some of my other 50# "high performance" recurves.

Like AMAR911 said, they are not magic, but you won't find a harder hitting-more forginving bow. IMHO

Oh yeah, as far as hand shock, I shoot mine with my bow hand almost completely open. No problems at all.

[Crash]

Allan, A&H have listed on their website examples comparing the performance of their bows.  Example 1 says that a 41 lb ACS will shoot the same as a 60 lb straight end longbow.  Example 4 says that a 51 lb ACS will shoot the same as a 60 lb high end recurve.

The 3 piece that I had was an excellent performer that was quiet and had minimal shock or vibration.  It was also easy to shoot and hit with, I wish I still had it.  I am eyeballing the new one piece now as I have always prefered the lighter weight and aesthetics of the one piece as compared to the three piece.

[Rick_H]

One thing is that you might consider an aluminum riser if you like a heavier bow.

[texbow2]

I have the aluminum riser and it gives me the feel of my heavier recurves....very dead on the shot

[Matt Wright]

Thanks every one your replies they have been very helpful
I was leaning towards the one piece but now the three piece is looking the goods.