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.
What grain broadhead should I use for deer?
For big game hunting, find an arrow with
between 8.5 and 10.5 grains per inch with a minimum of a 400 spine
. This will give your broadhead more than enough weight pushing it to drive it deep into your target.
What is the most common broadhead weight?
The
100 grain
broadhead is the most common size these days due to carbon arrows and their light weight. The multitude of choices in the 100 grain head range from a mechanical broadhead like Rage, to fixed blade broadheads like Slick Trick and Grim Reaper.
Should I use 100 grain or 125 grain broadheads for crossbows?
A lightweight bolt will be far less accurate with a broadhead that’s too heavy for it. While 100 grain is by far the most common weight,
if your crossbow can support either a 125 or 150 grain option, it’s definitely worth considering for the extra momentum and punch
.
How much does a 100 grain field tip weight?
Your 100 grain point should weigh
6.479891 grams
(100 X 0.06479891).
What grain arrow should I shoot for deer?
Under most deer hunting conditions a heavyweight arrow in the
8 to 9 grains per pound range
is a fine choice producing arrow speeds in the 220 to 235 fps range. If the shot distance may approach 30 yards then a mid-weight, full-length arrow pushing a medium sized broadhead is the best choice.
Can you shoot 125 grain broadheads?
The only downside to shooting 125 grain heads is that you can’t walk into a store and expect to find what you want on the shelf.
I’ve never had any trouble finding 125 grain broadheads
.
What Broadhead does Barnett recommend?
Never attempt to use arrows weighing less than 380-grains; this includes a
100-grain field point/broadhead
, so a 280-grain arrow shaft is minimum. Lighter arrows can simulate a dry fire condition and will result in damage to the crossbow, immediately voiding the warranty. HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY ON A BARNETT CROSSBOW?
Is a 400 grain arrow good for hunting?
400 grain arrows running 305ish fps (which is probably a bit faster than your set-up) have worked fine for me on deer
. Blows right through them if placement is good. I haven’t shot elk with that set-up but wouldn’t be worried about it.
How much does a 125 grain broadhead weight?
125 Grains =
8.0998637 Grams
. So I started weighing my broad head tips and practice tips.
Are Heavier arrows better?
Heavier arrows reduce stress on your bow and typically produce a quieter shot than a lighter arrow
. With an arrow, though, we’re not concerned with how much “shock” or tissue damage outside the wound channel is created.
Do broadheads have a dull edge?
Broadheads have a dull edge
. Broadheads are risk-free. Dress game with great caution until you find all parts of the broadhead. Where should broadheads be kept while traveling to and from the field?
What is the most devastating Broadhead?
Annihilator Broadheads
are engineered to be the most lethal, strongest, true flying broadhead ever produced. A new shape defining an evolution in broadhead efficiency to ethically take game with a bow or crossbow.
What Broadhead has the largest cutting diameter?
$44.99. The
Killzone Maxx
is NAP’s largest cutting diameter broadhead in the Killzone line. A devastating 2-3/8′′ cutting diameter along with Killzone’s rear-deploying design and patented blade retention technology.
What Broadhead does CenterPoint recommend?
What do you recommend for broadheads and targets? Both fixed and expandable broadheads will work out of your CenterPoint, however, we recommend using an
expandable broadhead
for best accuracy down range.
Are fixed or mechanical broadheads better?
This study showed that bowhunters using
mechanical broadheads actually had higher recovery rates than hunters using fixed blades
. Plus, look at the cutting diameters on those mechanicals, some will argue, and all the gory promo videos. You don’t see those giant holes from fixed-blades.
How do I fit my arrows to my bow?
You simple
take your draw length and add 0.5′′ up to a maximum 1′′ to determine appropriate arrow length
. So if your draw length is 28′′, you should get arrows with a maximum length of 29′′. What this will do is give you an arrow that will be just long enough to clear the front-most part of the arrow shelf.
How much does a grain weigh?
grain, unit of weight equal to
0.065 gram
, or
1
/
7,000
pound avoirdupois. One of the earliest units of common measure and the smallest, it is a uniform unit in the avoirdupois, apothecaries’, and troy systems.
How do you weigh arrow tips?
What is a good arrow weight for whitetail?
I think a good average hunting arrow should fall in the
6 to 8 grains per pound of bow weight
, with lighter bows maybe even closer to 9 to 10 grains per pound. A typical 60-lb. bow should be in the 360- to 480-grain range, a 70-lb. bow in the 420- to 560-grain range.
What is considered a heavy hunting arrow?
So what constitutes a heavy hunting arrow?
Anything over 11 grains per inch
is on the heavy end of the spectrum. Understand up front, though, that these arrows will drop a ton when you start shooting at distances out to 50 yards and farther.
What is the best draw weight for deer hunting?
For whitetail deer hunting
anything above 40 lbs
is fine. For larger game such as elk or moose a good recommendation is at least 60-65 lbs of draw weight. A general rule of thumb is that a shooter should be able to shoot a bow about 30 times in a row without being fatigued.
Is 100 grain broadhead enough for elk?
If they’re on the low end (close to being too soft) then use the 100 grain
. If they towards the high end (very stiff) use the 125 grain…. That’s assuming they both give you adequete FOC as well. but that being said, you should notice when you shoot which one groups better out of your bow.
Is 100 grain broadhead good for elk?
A grain is a unit of weight in archery if you didn’t know already, and
to achieve the right kinetic energy needed to penetrate an elk, you’ll likely need a 100 or 125-grain broadhead
.
Who makes 150 grain broadheads?
Wasp Archery
SharpShooter Traditional 150 Grain Cut On Contact Broadhead.
