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mx'r
03-08-2011, 17:40
Anyone else thinking of packing up a bow and/or crossbow for a bug out/in situation? I think the silent killer would be an asset for hunting silently, or possibly taking out a point man on patrol. Not sure if a human could return fire/scream if hit in the lung region. Any thoughts?
KevDen2005
03-08-2011, 17:52
Anyone else thinking of packing up a bow and/or crossbow for a bug out/in situation? I think the silent killer would be an asset for hunting silently, or possibly taking out a point man on patrol. Not sure if a human could return fire/scream if hit in the lung region. Any thoughts?


Well I didn't get into much thought of such a military/patrol application but yes I definitely have thought about taking both such tools because of their usefulness, silence, and the ability to recreate arrows with what mother earth provides in the woods rather than reloading ammunition. Of course reloading is also good, I just want to have all bases covered
2008f450
03-08-2011, 18:17
I have been practicing with a bow I was given a few years ago. At first I didnt think I would keep it but now I want to learn to be proficient with it. Its nice to have another skill set just in case. And its a recurve not a compund. I do have a small crossbow pistol I play with but dont think its powerful enough for much unless im really close to a rabbit.
Ranger
03-08-2011, 18:32
I think it's a great idea but for me if it doesn't fit easily with my equipment (much of it rucksack based) then probably not going with me.
theGinsue
03-08-2011, 21:14
While I personally have a compound bow, recurves are more reliable over the long haul if they are made of a good wood such as yew. Plus they can be unstrung when not needed (easier to transport) and restrung quickly enough.
DSB OUTDOORS
03-08-2011, 21:19
Definitely a Compound Bow over a crossbow!! I have hunted with a bow for years!! I have both comp. & cross. If your good enough to shoot a bow don't even think about a cross. The crossbow is much louder than a compound and the pounds are not that much more than a compound bow!!
I shoot 3 different Mathews Comp. bows all shoot 325-335 FPS because I have a short draw length. If you have a longer draw you can get 335-350 FPS.
A crossbow can on a high side get 325-365 FPS. And your paying $700 - $1100 for the crossbow it self.
My Mathews loaded are $1100 - $1300 with everything!

If you wan't to see some cool SH-T check out the PSE TAC-15 for your ar-15 lower!! Upper sells for $1200 but it's SWEET!!!!!!!!!!
[Beer]
gnihcraes
03-08-2011, 21:33
Been shooting traditional archery since about 5yo. Plan on taking them with me if time permits. Got a master Bowyer in the family, works to my advantage.

You should look up the SlingBow on Youtube, it's awesome, slingshot turned into bow, small to pack and easy to shoot and kill with.

NshtEe_TsRA
Beprepared
03-09-2011, 08:53
Been shooting traditional archery since about 5yo. Plan on taking them with me if time permits. Got a master Bowyer in the family, works to my advantage.

You should look up the SlingBow on Youtube, it's awesome, slingshot turned into bow, small to pack and easy to shoot and kill with.



Thats pretty cool!
I'm making one.
gnihcraes
03-09-2011, 21:06
Thats pretty cool!
I'm making one.

Yep, I believe my friend to told me about this is making one. I'll let everyone know if he does.
DSB OUTDOORS
03-11-2011, 20:23
Sweet idea!! Spear fishing gun shrunk to pack size. I'm going to toy with this. I have an 80lb pistol crossbow I'll compare it to when I make the slingbow. [Tooth]
Wulf202
03-11-2011, 21:58
bows take alot of skill to use. Fletching is a skill that you can't just hack in the feild. A decent bow setup is the same cost as a legal suppressor without the additional learning curve.

A cross bow has no learning curve but costs as much as a supressor.

I have a take down re-curve and a compound... not a primary pack item but there if I need it. The sling bow is cool and far more practical.
KevDen2005
03-12-2011, 21:55
bows take alot of skill to use. Fletching is a skill that you can't just hack in the feild. A decent bow setup is the same cost as a legal suppressor without the additional learning curve.

A cross bow has no learning curve but costs as much as a supressor.

I have a take down re-curve and a compound... not a primary pack item but there if I need it. The sling bow is cool and far more practical.

And girls only want boyfriends who have good skills....like bo staff skills, Nun-chuck skills...
gnihcraes
03-13-2011, 09:55
And girls only want boyfriends who have good skills....like bo staff skills, Nun-chuck skills...

I've got both, SCORE! [ROFL1] wait, I'm married. Dang. [Rant1]
BREATHER
03-20-2011, 07:05
Depends... Compound or recurve for hunting game... Crossbow for Zombies... everyone knows that....[ROFL1]
King
04-14-2011, 21:17
A bow with some judo points would be perfect for getting small game and not loosing or breaking arrows. Ammo will run out in a "bug out" situation. If careful, a dozen quality arrows will last a while. just another thing to point out.
earplug
04-14-2011, 22:03
Haven't shot a bow much since high school. A long bow would make a better rifle rest.
You would be surprised what little effect one 22LR shot has on the neighborhood.

If your shooting people you don't have to worry about NFA forms.

You may quote me on that.
omegalopez
04-15-2011, 08:19
Check out this video on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5nVSfv0Rlg&feature=youtube_gdata_player