Which is better 100 grain or 125-grain broadheads?
Simply put, 100-grain broadheads are not the best choice for most bowhunters. Heads weighing 125 grains or slightly more are superior in almost every way to 100-grain broadheads for hunting, and I’ll tell you why.
Are 125-grain broadheads better?
For maximum penetration arrows should have a FOC of 20% or greater. Using heavier broadheads improves your FOC. Arrows sporting 125-grain broadheads will help you stay on target and make quick kills on these big, tough animals.
How do you choose arrow tip grain?
If you want to target practice, you want the arrow to weigh in total (shaft, vanes, insert, nock and field point combined) around 5 to 6 grain per pound of draw weight. So if your bow has 60 lbs. of draw, you want to use arrows that weigh in total between 300 and 360 grain.
Is 400 grain arrow for deer?
According to Easton, a 400 grain arrow traveling at the glacial speed of 170 feet-per-second has sufficient energy to harvest a mature deer. Heck, many kids bows can easily shoot such a light arrow faster than 170 fps, and I’ve seen such rigs do pass-throughs on deer!
What arrow grain should I use?
Is 500 grains enough arrow weight for elk?
For elk hunting, my optimal total weight of an arrow is somewhere between 450-500 grains but this will certainly depend on your setup. I can achieve this weight by choosing an arrow that weight approx. 8.8 grains per inch cut at 27.5”.
Why buy Excalibur crossbow broadheads?
The broadhead selections showcase some much-needed boost in marksmanship and durability. Given that Excalibur crossbows are some of the most powerful in the market, it does make perfect sense to get broadheads that can bear the brunt of these hunting gears.
How much does an Excalibur Boltcutter Broadhead weigh?
Additionally, an Excalibur Boltcutter broadhead just weighs at 0.32 ounces, making it a lightweight yet strong choice to pair with the Excalibur Matrix 380 crossbow.
What is a 1-7/16 Broadhead?
This 100 grain, 1-7/16″ cut broadhead is designed for the hunter who wants maximum velocity from their crossbow but refuses to accept less than outstanding accuracy.
What are the best broadheads for the Excalibur matrix 380?
Additionally, an Excalibur Boltcutter broadhead just weighs at 0.32 ounces, making it a lightweight yet strong choice to pair with the Excalibur Matrix 380 crossbow. You get what you pay for – and with the Excalibur Bolt cutter blades, only efficient and deadly performance comes with these broadheads.