Awesome survival bow
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Guy talks too much....boring...
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This is meant as constructive criticism, please try and take it as such.
That video, and others, are the TL; DR version in video format. I've tried to make it to the end and give it a fair shake, but they're way too long for the amount of info being presented.
That video, and others, are the TL; DR version in video format. I've tried to make it to the end and give it a fair shake, but they're way too long for the amount of info being presented.
I appreciate the feedback and understand, the format is not for everyone but so far over 3k subscribers like the content. Talk about long winded, you should try watching nutnfancy on Youtube. LOL I have tried and can not finish one of his videos and he has almost 700k subscribers. 
Take your camera and try and duplicate the video showing all that was shown and explained and see how short you can make it and get the points and facts out. Not as easy as it seems just watching the videos.
Take your camera and try and duplicate the video showing all that was shown and explained and see how short you can make it and get the points and facts out. Not as easy as it seems just watching the videos.
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Mirac;n92526 said:
Yes, I know that is what he most likely meant, I was just being a smart butt.
With that said, it is ambidextrous by moving the flipper rest to the other side. Very few bows other than some kid bows are truly ambidextrous.
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Survival bow ooohhhh.
Just another gimick to make unprepared people spend their money.
Just another gimick to make unprepared people spend their money.
First off, where do you think you'll be that you might need it.
Most people woundn't be able to hit the broad side of a barn with it, if they were in the barn.
It all sounds cool but in reality it's not a very good tool.
Most people woundn't be able to hit the broad side of a barn with it, if they were in the barn.
It all sounds cool but in reality it's not a very good tool.
Tailhunter;n93864 said:
"Where do you think you'll be that you might need it" It can be used anywhere. I think it would be obvious that like any "tool" you would need to learn how to use it. Bows have been used for centuries (thousands of years ago) as a weapon for hunting and protection. In reality it is not all that hard to learn. After a few "lessons" my 8 year old son was hitting bullseyes on a target. The bow is very versatile because you can make ammo, it is silent, and is capable of taking game with some practice.
I will assume you are not a "prepper" and I respect that but some people are and want to have a variety of tools available to them if they ever need them. Heck, your argument about this bow sounds similar to many on the left when it comes to firearms.
bigfutz;n93995 said:
I would stick to the traditional sling shot because I can make new bands out of a variety of materials like inner tubes. I have taken many rabbits, squirrels, etc as a kid with a sling shot. This guy here is from where I am from and a very interesting guy.
https://youtu.be/88UU9Lg-ZcQ
RJT;n93990 said:
Assume anything you want. I've shot the bow since I was five. Killed all kinds of animals with them. I have several state championships with the compound bow.
I have set up bows for other state champions.
So I understand the challenges in archery.
This "tool" is a toy. There will be more animals running around "pin cushioned" by people that have no idea what they are doing.
I've killed a ton of deer with a bow, traditional and compound.
If it makes you feel good and you think that this is money well spent, have at it.
Tailhunter;n94156 said:
Oh ok now I get it, you are one of those bow snobs.
Did you even watch the video? This bow has been reviewed by many people that have archery experience and it is not a toy. It is a basic 45lb draw weight bow (comes in other weights also) that would do just fine in a survival situation. So no "pin cushion" it has penetrating power. Matter of fact it would do better than many in a survival situation because of the materials it is made from being an all fiberglass construction. It is not fragile and can be left exposed to the elements.
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Just my take:
It is a survival bow. Not a "I'll use it for the heck of it" bow. It reminds me of the survival rifles, the AR7 I think it is that folds down into its stock.
I would always choose any other .22 for casual hunting/meat gathering. But having a compact "emergency" .22 that can be stuffed into a small space is what makes those survival rifles attractive.
I would see a bow like this being of similar use. Something you could easily stash away with a bug out bag or something. Leave in the car/truck because it doesn't take much space. And so forth.
A full sized bow and a full sized rifle will always be superior to "survival" style rifles and bows, but they do have a niche. Whether they are worth the money or not to fill that niche is the decision of the owner.
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It is a survival bow. Not a "I'll use it for the heck of it" bow. It reminds me of the survival rifles, the AR7 I think it is that folds down into its stock.
I would always choose any other .22 for casual hunting/meat gathering. But having a compact "emergency" .22 that can be stuffed into a small space is what makes those survival rifles attractive.
I would see a bow like this being of similar use. Something you could easily stash away with a bug out bag or something. Leave in the car/truck because it doesn't take much space. And so forth.
A full sized bow and a full sized rifle will always be superior to "survival" style rifles and bows, but they do have a niche. Whether they are worth the money or not to fill that niche is the decision of the owner.
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B00ger;n94302 said:
Yeppers and I explained all that in the video. It is NOT some high end bow for professional archery or even recreational archery for the most part. It is exactly like you said it is for "survival".
RJT;n94250 said:
If you really got it, you'd quit while you were ahead.
B00ger;n94546 said:
Such as the Henry. I'm sure it has a niche but there are much better options. Unless of course you plan on back packing the Adirondacks and only want to carry minimal equipment.
Depending on it for protection and or food, as with the "survival bow", seems to require a lot of faith, IMHO.