A&H ACS Thoughts...

[MIBIGHNTR]

I have been shooting my A&H ACS as much as possible since picking it up from Larry Hanify a few weeks ago.  It was a pleasure to visit his shop and have him share his thoughts.  

I have only shot the bow inside thus far and have been impressed at the speed and how quiet it is.  This all changed for the better last night while taking advantage of the unseasonably warm temps here in MI.  Shooting outside was beyond impressive.  There is virtually zero noise!!  For the first time I also tried a few arrows at 25yds and was shocked that I was shooting not too horrible at that distance.

All in all I have been EXTREMELY impressed so far with my A&H ACS bow and glad I let some of you here NOT talk me out of the purchase!!    

Mark

[oldbohntr]

they ARE good.

[longbow fanatic 1]

Love my A&H and Larry is first rate!

[smokin joe]

I have had three of them over the years. They are a bow that will reward good form and let you know when your form is a bit off.

I love the speed and quietness of the ACS-CX bows, especially with the bamboo limbs.

The only thing I don't like is that the riser puts my hand in a position behind the arc of the limbs -- sort of the opposite of a "forward-handle" bow. For me, that leads to a bow that is not very forgiving of my shooting idiosyncrasies or errors when they pop up.

If I get a chance, I would like to pick one up in my draw weight in a one-piece bow. The one-piece bows seem to put the grip more in line with the arc of the limbs. And I think that might be better for me.

All of the above being said, the ACS-CX is a Cadillac of a bow that generates terrific arrow speed. And, I do like their new 3-D risers. The thinner grip area might shoot better for me than the standard grip 3-piece ACS-CX bows I have owned. I might give one a try.

My 2 cents worth.

[Orion]

Been shooting them for a long time.  Physically light, look good and very fast.  Will always be one or two in my stable.  Have all 3-piece bows, but am becoming interested in one-piece.

[longbow fanatic 1]

Jerry,

How would you describe the grip on the one piece? Kinda looks like the JK low wrist profile.

[Jayrod]

Originally posted by longbow fanatic 1:
Love my A&H and Larry is first rate!

X2 I really enjoy mine and wow does it throw an arrow with authority too!!what a pleasure to shoot

[sbschindler]

I have always heard about the quietness and the speed of the A&H ACS bows, and I have seen on a few years ago, my question is has anybody shot one thru a chronograph and if you did what kind of speed do you get from a 55lb bow with a 530 grain arrow,

[Jayrod]

I shot a 558 grain arrow through one at 195fps and that's with 64"54#@28"bow

[Onions]

Hey Mark, Glad you love your A&H, I feel somewhat responsible...HA HA!

Hope to have mine with me tomorrow night!

chris <><

[MIBIGHNTR]

Hey Chris,

That's what I am telling my wife, all your fault!!  Well....at least a large contributor!!  

Mark

[Orion]

lbf:  Haven't seen a one piece up close. In pix, they look a little lower wrist than the standard wrist on a TD. Need to get my hands on one or two to confirm.

I bought a 1-piece A&H a while back. Haven't shot it much as I am still trying to get back from shoulder replacement. Do you guys think it's true that they shoot with as much authority as a bow 10# heavier? I think that's what they claim... if so, maybe a 35# A&H shoots like a 45#.....what? Interested to hear your thoughts.

[smokin joe]

Susan: I had my shoulder replaced in early November and the recovery is going fine. I have decided to shoot high-performance bows to maximize the effectiveness of the lower draw weight I have to use now. I estimate that I am getting 7 to 10 pounds more performance out of a souped-up bow in the Centaur or ACS-CX class than I was getting with my more mundane average bows. Because of that, I have sold off my average bows and moved to the high-octane performance bows (Centaur and Border at this time). I think you will be happy with your ACS-CX as you get more comfortable with using your new shoulder.

[Orion]

The 10# comparison was to a straight end longbow, I believe. Probably not as large a difference when compared to higher end recurves or hybrids.  Regardless, they are among the fastest, if not the fastest hybrids out there.

[Dave Nash]

Love mine,have 36# limbs just got.pure joy for daily  practice. Also have 46# and 41# limbs and the new 36 is becoming my favorite. Try one and you will see what all the fuss is about.

[valleysniper]

I have one on the way, 45# @ 28. I bought because I was convinced of the performance gain. Four shoulder surgeries and a neck fusion have limited my poundage, thought this would be good at 29": draw. I hope it is all true !!

[Onions]

10fps faster then a "hill style" bow is probably true IMO. But speed isn't everything, if it was we would all be shooting compounds. A&H bows are also very smooth to draw, dead in the hand plus very quiet.
They also have a very repeatable grip.

I have been shooting a A&H since 2013. Started with 40lbs, 2013 season I shot two deer and one antelope with that bow. All complete pass thru's.
I wouldn't hesitate to hunt deer, maybe bear, and small hogs, with a 36lb A&H bow, but I would be very selective on shots. All shots within 15 yards, with a heavy arrow.

chris <><

[JARHEAD1371]

Before I shot a buddy's ACS several years ago, I only liked shooting recurves (especially BW). I actually didn't buy an ACS for a couple years, and I picked up a used one from a guy here on the gang. It it the most accurate bow I have ever shot. Actually while tuning, I robin hooded 2 shafts out of the first dozen shots from the bow. I have absolutely no regrets on switching.