Martin X-200

[Scattergun2570]

Anyone have experience with these? And what should I expect to pay for a used one? Thanks

[Richard in OK]

I've had an x200 for several years. They shoot fine if you set up the shelf and rest correctly. Mine might be for sale if you're interested. I'd probably ask $150, though that's negotiable. I have no idea what new ones sell for.

Richard

[Scattergun2570]

Originally posted by Richard in OK:
I've had an x200 for several years. They shoot fine if you set up the shelf and rest correctly. Mine might be for sale if you're interested. I'd probably ask $150, though that's negotiable. I have no idea what new ones sell for.

Richard

Is there something different(special) about the shelf & rest?

[rick7]

i just sold one for 175. and it was almost mint.  very good bows. i think the new ones retail around 400.

[BigBucksnTrucks]

I shoot a 55# martin x-200 and it is a great shooter.  You will not be disappointed by it's performance.

[Elkchaser]

I had a 50# x-200 a few years ago and thought it was a great shooting bow. I think that $150-$175 range would be a fair price if you find one.

[Joshua Polland]

X-200 was my first bow. I took a file and put the shelf down close to my hand and it shoots real nice. However, after a Rod Jenkins clinic my draw ended up being 30 1/2 inches and it does stack up and pinch the fingers at that draw. Since my father got it for me I'm keeping it. I plan to do some bowfishing mods on it, if I ever start bowfishing!

[Richard in OK]

I should have explained what I meant about setting up the shelf. Like many bows, the x200 isn't built so the high point of the shelf is above the deepest part of the grip, so you have to add shelf material and then put a small match stick or piece of leather under the shelf to get the arrow at its highest point directly over the deepest part of the grip. You may also have to cut a groove for fletching at the bottom of the shelf where it intersects with the pad on the side.

Richard