Arrow Weight?

[tasso joe]

As a newb to trad hunting I have a burning question that's been gnawing at me. I want some opinions on wether my hunting arrow is heavy enough. Here is my setup. 60" 57#@27" recurve, I draw to about 27.5". I'm shooting 29" xx75 2117 w/3 4" feathers, std aluminum inserts, and a screw in snuffer 125. Looking at an arrow chart, I'm thinking my total arrow wgt is just shy of 500 grns. I am new to this sport and respect the game I pursue too much to chance a bad experience. Am I OK with this arrow? If not, how can I add some wgt with materials I have on hand or around the house.

[PEARL DRUMS]

Your ok in my opinion, but a heavier arrow is always better, again in my opinion. 11-14 grains a pound is what I strive for. Heavy arrows fly flatter, longer and retain most of their energy. Plus, my bow feels and sounds great with some meaty arrows.

[trubltrubl]

I use 600 grains to 650 grains if I can with a similiar set up and Agree heavy is better to a point. But heavy arrows do not fly flatter, they arch more. Get to know your bow and use the same arrow weight when hunting or target shooting. Good luck

[trubltrubl]

and as pearl drums says..heavy arrows are quiet and easier on the bow .

[tasso joe]

I actually tried some 150 gr fld pts, but the did not fly as weel as the 125 Snuffers.

[Steve Clandinin]

Your shooting exactly my weight and draw length,Add a 75 or 100 grain steel BH adapter and It will be better.I like 5-1/2" helical shield cuts ,seams to work better for me.