Hi!
I did some testing today with two of my bows!
I am a lucky owner of a Black Douglas hex 5 w core 66"
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Both bows are excellent shoothers with a smooth draw and all the things I like with a bow.
Reason I did the test is that it seems like the light BD is as fast as my heavier BW bow.
I used two Easton fmj with 3X4" feathers
1 arrow weight 494 grains
2 arrow weight 521 grains
The Black Douglas delivered following speeds:
1 arrow 494 gr = 171 fps
2 arrow 521 gr = 165 fps
The Black Widow delivered following speeds:
1 arrow 494 gr = 172 fps
2 arrow 521 gr = 166 fps
So both bows delivered almost the same speed!!
I did shoot 10 arrows with each bow and used the average fps.
This tells me that if you have some shoulder issues and need a light bow, then the Black Douglas is high recommendable!
Of course this is a test done without so much fuzz, It`s just me alone in my backyard but it gives you an idea of what the BD with hex 5 limbs can give you in benefit with a lighter set up.
And on top of that: Sid at Border bows is a really nice bowyer to do business with! He takes the time to speak with you whenever you call!
Of course the Black Widow people is in the same league
But if you need a fast light poundage bow I will highly recommend Border Bows and the Black Douglas
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