Robertson longbow speed

[Warchild]

Can anyong give me some input about the speed of the older Robertson longbows. I am interested in getting a Mystical or Purist around 55# and would like to know how they compare to others (Great Northern, Thunderstick, Kohannah). Thanks

[Mr.Magoo]

I have a Mystical that's about 61@28 and I think it's pretty fast.  It might not be as fast as some of the newer hybrids, but it won't be too far behind and it's probably more quiet.

[shick]

Warchild, my experience with the Robertson Purists is that they are one of the quicker mild r/d longbows out there.  Other than the old Bighorn Ramhunters, it is my favorite longbow.  They are very comfortable in the hand and classical lookers besides.  I'd go for it.

Shick

[bornagainbowhunter]

ok i am typing on a phone, it will be short.
i have 2 Robertsons.
Mystykal...67@28 shoots just shy of 190fps. I don't remember exact arrow weight since it has been several years since i set it up, but i like really heavy stuff.
Primal Styk...53@28.. 638gr arrow that I have not chrono'd but it is just as fast as as my Mystykal. The Primal Styk is much more agressive reflex/deflex bow which helps with speed and smoothness.
IMHO you CAN NOT beat a Robertson.
For a side note, I bought the Primal Styk from Shick.

[WESTBROOK]

Yup, there plenty quick. You can load it up with a heavy hickory arrow and it dont seem to bother it. I have an old Elm Mystical and a Vision LB that is a couple years old, both around #62 at 30". Very strong bows!

Eric

[ottertails]

I have a flatbow (Buffalo bow from 20 yrs ago) 67# @ 28" and although I've never chronograph it I can tell you it's no slouch with 630-670gr arrows.

[cacciatore]

I get a Purist 67#@28",not sure how fast it is but I don't have to change point of view from the one I use with my 65#recurves.

[Warchild]

Thanks guys!

[T Sunstone]

I have a 5 year old Robertson, 63# @ 29
Shoots a 630 grain 20/20 178 FPS