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Author Topic: Question on arrows.  (Read 278 times)

Offline Sigmazxcs

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Question on arrows.
« on: December 31, 2012, 10:57:00 AM »
Hey guys,
Just wondering how should I go about choosing arrows for a bow I'm gonna build (T/D hybrid, dacron string). Aiming for a light poundage, 30# plus.

I'm looking through the classifieds for used arrows, but I've no idea what weight of the arrows, what shafts and what spine to go for. Looking at tables doesn't get any sense into my head either.

I'm making a bow for myself and my girlfriend's brother, so I've quite a bit of expenses to pay for, I'd appreciate it if you can give me wallet-friendly advices.  :)  we can't hunt in Singapore, so I will definitely not be using broadheads.

Please do say what you feel is fitting, I'd appreciate it very much! A blessed new year ahead, folks!

--Aaron
Aaron

Offline toehead

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Re: Question on arrows.
« Reply #1 on: December 31, 2012, 11:01:00 AM »
Easton 1716 aluminum work for my girlfriend in her 30# recurve and longbows.  (also ran her bows through Stu Millers Dynamic Spine Calculater) and 1716 came out the other side.  However, these are 400 grain arrows with a 100 grain field tip.  We cannot find a carbon shaft that is weak enough for her light draw.
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Offline Sigmazxcs

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Re: Question on arrows.
« Reply #2 on: December 31, 2012, 11:24:00 AM »
Hey toehead,
Thanks for replying to me! Happy new year man, just passed midnight here.

I see, are those ready to use arrows? I'm keen on ready to shoot arrows since I don't have (and don't really intend to buy) the jigs.
And how much are the arrows? I've seen quite a few decent reviews on them.
Aaron

Offline lpcjon2

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Re: Question on arrows.
« Reply #3 on: December 31, 2012, 11:34:00 AM »
Build the bow first and then make sure the weight is what you wanted and then buy the arrows.
Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have ever made a
difference in the world, but the Marines don’t have that problem.
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Offline ishoot4thrills

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Re: Question on arrows.
« Reply #4 on: December 31, 2012, 12:14:00 PM »
I second the 1716s.
58" JK Traditions Kanati Longbow
Ten Strand D10 String
Kanati Bow Quiver
35/55 Gold Tip Pink Nugents @ 30"
3 X 5" Feathers
19.9% FOC
49# @ 26.75"
165 FPS @ 10.4 GPP (510 gr. hunting arrow)
171 FPS @ 9.7 GPP (475 gr. 3D arrow)
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Offline markliep

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Re: Question on arrows.
« Reply #5 on: December 31, 2012, 12:31:00 PM »
My daughter shoots 30# - at 5'3" she shoots ready made kids POC arrows - I've shot the bow with my 29" draw using GT velocity hunters 500 spine out to 50 yds with no problems. The POC arrows from Lancaster max out at 28" I believe whereas the GTs are longer - POCs are about 1/2 the price & a little less consistent - M

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