[Jamie1975]

I am looking to but a bow to hunt with next season and I am worried about buying aused one for the reason of it possibly being dry fired and might be wasting my money. Is it better to just spend the money on a new one or will I be able to tell if the used one is in good condition still?

 

[fisheye48]

are there any visable cracks or splits in the limbs??? if the limbs are coming apart or cracks in them i wouldnt worry about it...you could always take it to a bow shop and have them take a look at it....i had a bow that i hunted with for 4 years that had been dry fired a few times on accident and it still shot just like the day i bought it when i sold it

 

[pcola4]

Stick with a name brand bow and you will be just fine. I have done this a couple of times. About 8 yrs ago I bought a used Pearson and it still shoots tine. A lot of used Mathews out there.

 

[JMSUN]

I would not be worried at all about buying a used bow. I have bought 2 without a problem , and hopefully will be buying another one of these days. As has already been said, check for any visible problems, and you should be fine. Obviously know about the value and performance of the model before you buy it, there are a lot of old obsolete bows for sale. On the other hand, there are a lot of guys who have to have the latest bow, and sell bows that are just a couple of years old. If you watch, you sometimes can buy one that was cutting edge technology a few years ago for less than you can buy half as good a bow new.

 

[angus_cow_doctor]

but a bow???????

sounds dangerous!:takephoto

 

[BOHUNTER1]

Appearance

Limbs

Cam/wheel axels

Splits near axels outward

Stripped out limb adjustment heads and bolts

Change the string and cables after you buy. (proper maintenence)

repainted stuff needs inspectection especially if its a real good deal!

Test fire that sucker, stick a arrow in it and let them shoot it! If they are weary of it then you should also be.

If your looking for a left handed PSE I have one that has never seen the woods! Draw Loc, fiber optic sight, and some other stuff..... $200.00 will deal ... It was my buddy who got old too fast after he bought it. Left handed.

Steve

 

[Emerald Ghost]

Some of the top bow manufacturers test their equipment by dry firing their bows ( at 70 pounds) up to 15,000 times without a failure during their research and engineering testing before hitting the market.

Bows today are tough, but factory bow strings are not so tough.

 

[Splittine]

Emerald Ghost (3/4/2010)Some of the top bow manufacturers test their equipment by dry firing their bows ( at 70 pounds) up to 15,000 times without a failure during their research and engineering testing before hitting the market.
Bows today are tough, but factory bow strings are not so tough.

Hoyt does, maybe one day Mathews will catch up.

 

[Jamie1975]

Thank you all for the feedback. I think I will try my luck with a used one then. I just wasn't sure if there was anything I should be worried about. One last question. Is there a brand that I should try to get ? I am 6'5'' tall about 225 lbs. I would need a 30'' draw. Are Matthews and PSE good brands? as these are the ones I have seen most for sale. Thanks again for the feedback

 

[Emerald Ghost]

The Mathews Switchback, is a good choice.

Also, the Hoyt Alpha Max in the 35" axle to axle model would be a good fit for you.

These are both tried and proven upper end bows.

 

[fishinoversex]

I also have a Browning solo it adjusts up to 31" draw 65% to 80% let off Max weight is 74 lbs down to 60 lbs, like new condition.

Will post pictures if interested $200 includes bow case,



I have a PSE BabyG for sale in excellent condition a couple very small scratches. New string and cables about 6 months ago.

Drop away arrow rest, peep sight,string loop,wrist sling,limb saver-limb silencers,cat whisker string silencers, bow stabilizer.

Solo cam, adjustable draw length -27"-30", adjustable draw weight 50-70 pounds,adjustable let off 65%-80%

Any other questions,Please feel free to call and ask.

Reason it is for sale is I bought it for my son 2 years ago and he maybe shoot it 30 times and then decided he is not interested (You guessed it VIDEO GAMES!!!)



$175 obo maybe trades

Call Lee at (850)564-5406

 

[fishinoversex]

Browning Bow, Check out the PSE I have post in the Hunting sells. I will be more than glad to meet you or anyone at Tom's place in Pace so you can shoot them and have him go over the bows. He is the one that has cared for them sense he has been in business.

 

[JMSUN]

What sounds Dangerous?

 

[broxson16]

If you are choosing between the two and you have the money then go with the Matthews. There are several good brands out there but there is really no comparison between these two.

 

[countryjwh]

there are so many good deals out there right now that i would look for one in matthews, hoyt, etc..... you should be able to get one set up a few years old for under 5 if you look in the right spot. bows are for sale cheap!

 

[Jason]

JMSUN (3/5/2010)What sounds Dangerous?

In the title he listed "<A>Is it safe to but a used hunting bow?</A>" so ACD just said but a bow sounds dangerous.....I know I wouldn't want to but a bow!!!:letsdrink

 

[haybill]

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[sailfish23]

ive got a 40yr old bow that has won me turnements in alabama!

y not if it shoots great it kills!