Crossbow hunters

[boondoggle]

Going to have to take advantage of bow season down here since it so long and MZ doesn't happen until after rifle starts.

Leaning heavily towards a crossbow since I wouldn't be learning a completely new discipline as compared to a standard bow. I get that it's not gun hunting at all but it's a lot closer than regular bow.

Since the plan is to use it to take a doe or two before rifle starts, I don't want to spend $2-3K but I also don't want something I'm going to want to upgrade from instantly. The ceiling in my head at the moment is around $1K although if I could spend less that wouldn't suck.

Any input is most appreciated.

 

[hunter01]

Look for a used ravin and cry once, probably the best out there.

 

[Sam 270]

Seen were a pile of rains recalled.all manufactures have problems but they fix you up. Got a ki speed 425 4years not one problem.

 

[Bamaboy19]

My only experiences are with now defunct Hortons. Honestly, my old cheap Horton Yukon has taken more deer that my newer $700 X-bow.
You could probably pick up a nice used name brand one in a pawn shop, install new strings, and hunt for a couple hundred bucks. My current set-up (one of the last Hortons) is bad ass! It groups at 60yds so I only shoot one bolt at a time when I practice, and it drives my bolts to the fletchings every time.
I just couldn't fathom paying $2,3000 for a bow, unless that was the only weapon I could own, then maybe...

 

[Stevenattsu]

I have no problems with crossbows. Just be prepared to be the most hated person in the woods

 

[Hyco]

Keep in mind if you hunt public land in Florida. They are not allowed to be used unless you have a disability permit during archery season