proper arrow for first elk hunt
07-29-2003, 09:23 PM
#1
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proper arrow for first elk hunt
Would love some help or advise on a carbon vs AL question I have.
Shooting LEGACY at 67lb with muzzy zeroeffect.
Always used carbon and spitfire MECH. for my whitetail hunting and yet to have a clean pass through.
Have decided that I will use a heavier cut on contact broadhead like the four blade MUZZY 125 or 130. But I wasnt quite sure if I should switch my arrows fro Carbon to Aluminum.
LEaning that Way Would Appreciate any comments!!
THANKS
Shooting LEGACY at 67lb with muzzy zeroeffect.
Always used carbon and spitfire MECH. for my whitetail hunting and yet to have a clean pass through.
Have decided that I will use a heavier cut on contact broadhead like the four blade MUZZY 125 or 130. But I wasnt quite sure if I should switch my arrows fro Carbon to Aluminum.
LEaning that Way Would Appreciate any comments!!
THANKS
07-29-2003, 09:41 PM
#2
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Heaven IA USA
Posts: 2,597
RE: proper arrow for first elk hunt
I wouldn' t use an arrow with your setup that was under 400 grains. You will probably get a variety of answers on the carbon vs Aluminum. I have shot elk with both. I prefer the carbon arrow for a number of reasons not the least of which is durability. Your hunting in rugged territory usually far from the masses. If you slip and your bow takes a pounding you won' t bend your arrows.
A four bladed muzzy will certainly do the job no doubt. However all things being equal under most circumstances a three blade will penetrate better than a four blade and a two blade will penetrate better than a three blade. Just something else to think about.
Good luck.
A four bladed muzzy will certainly do the job no doubt. However all things being equal under most circumstances a three blade will penetrate better than a four blade and a two blade will penetrate better than a three blade. Just something else to think about.
Good luck.
08-01-2003, 11:35 AM
#3
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: cimarron NM USA
Posts: 8
RE: proper arrow for first elk hunt
I agree with AE on making sure your arrow is heavy enough for good penetration. I shoot Aluminum, but just because of the fact that I always have and the price difference. I have had several pass throughs on elk shooting strong poundage(78lbs) and heavy arrows.
08-01-2003, 01:02 PM
#4
Typical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Seattle, WA
Posts: 528
RE: proper arrow for first elk hunt
I shoot 60#, 25" DL, and 380 grn carbon arrow with 3 blade Muzzy. It wasn' t a pass through, but the arrow sticked out on the other side. It did broke a rib going in. It was a clean kill. Well, that' s my set up. Goodluck. I' m looking forward to my elk season on 9/8.
08-02-2003, 09:13 AM
#5
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Lingle WY USA
Posts: 527
RE: proper arrow for first elk hunt
I would definately go with an arrow over 400 gr. be it aluminum or carbon.....Elk are tough critters.......I' ve killed all 5 of my bows with a muzzy 4-blade......great head!!!!!!
