Easy and Surefire Tips for First-Time Buyers of Hunting Bows

Last updated on August 29th, 2019 at 09:11 pm

In the past, people used bow and arrow and hunted for the need to provide food; today, this outdoor activity has become a hobby for many nature lovers. Many will see the downside of hunting, which is killing animals. Still, if you go a little deeper, there are plenty of good reasons why people hunt today. Balancing the wildlife animal population is just one of them.

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When buying a bow, you should not be guided by the things you knew about hunting weapons by now. A different rule applies here. And no matter how many years of hunting experience you have, you’ll start learning archery hunting from scratch.

On this page, learn some basics about this outdoor activity:
https://targetcrazy.com/hunting/bow-hunting-for-beginners/.

Go to Small Archery Shops

Bowhunting is an activity that requires quality equipment. Even if you are a beginner, you should get yourself a safe and reliable weapon to reduce the risk of being hurt or other damage. A good bow is costly, but it is a good investment.

In specialist outdoor equipment shops of well-known brands, you can find a vast selection of these weapons. If you don’t know what to look for, you may be confused and buy the wrong armor. Of course, salespeople are there to solve your dilemma, but on some issues, they aren’t too proficient. Because they work in stores offering so many products, it’s impossible to know each of them in detail.

Therefore, it is recommended for beginners to base themselves on ‘nameless’ outdoor stores. The fact that there is no well-known brand behind these shops does not mean that the gear they offer is of lesser quality than those in accustomed stores. Also, sellers in small stores are more knowledgeable about weapons and can help you choose the right bow to start with.

Know How Bow Operates

The archery equipment you plan to buy is expensive. However, before paying that much, you should first try your weapons to determine if it’s right for you. You need to know at least some of the basics of bowhunting and handling this cold weapon. You can ask someone for help, or search web sources, like this website.

Specialized stores have particular pieces of this weapon for testing. You won’t do any damage, so relax, shot, and try bows as much as you want. Take a stand, find anchor points, and pull your arm back for as long as you can.

You should make this move smoothly; otherwise, the bow model is not for you. Also, if you don’t have strong hands and upper body part, opt for some lightweight weapon, but be aware that they are less accurate and reliable than more massive, sturdy bows.

Measure Draw Length

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In large stores, sellers will generally try to sell you more expensive armor models without first checking the features necessary for using archery. These are eye dominance, anchor point, and draw length. While you can determine the first two items on your own, leave measuring the draw length to professionals.

There is a formula for calculating this distance, but it is not entirely accurate. It is best to measure the length and try the appropriate models on the spot. Too long or short draw lengths can significantly affect the precision of shooting.

As you outgrew your armor, this length will change. You don’t have the same arm length when you’re a kid and all-grown-up. So if you plan to go hunting in future, you should change your weapon as soon as you notice that your shooting accuracy drops.

Importance of Armor Weight

The weight of a weapon is also something to look out for. More massive models mean faster arrow release and flatter trajectory. However, this doesn’t mean greater precision. Always opt for a model you can draw and bring with you without much effort. Long, bulky bows will not help you when hunting when you need to be discreet and ‘mingle’ with your surroundings.

Using archery for the shooting is part of our heritage. Before the emergence of weapons and ammunition, bow and arrow were essential means of hunting. Handling them is a particular skill, even for those who are skilled in firearms.

 

Herbert Kikoy

Surigaonon by birth, Butuanon by heart and now an adopted son of Cebu, Herbert is a hobbyist photographer who focuses on Food, Sports, Travel and Festivals photography.