daveyc
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Jun 26, 2024 12:17:13 GMT -5
Post by daveyc on Jun 26, 2024 12:17:13 GMT -5
considering airbow vs crossbow--- any airbow ideas?
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Jun 26, 2024 13:03:49 GMT -5
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Post by richm on Jun 26, 2024 13:03:49 GMT -5
Never seen one. Make sure you can try one out before buying.
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Jun 26, 2024 13:15:30 GMT -5
Post by JS84 on Jun 26, 2024 13:15:30 GMT -5
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Jun 26, 2024 13:49:46 GMT -5
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Post by Crkr 23 on Jun 26, 2024 13:49:46 GMT -5
Maybe Bullfrog will chime in, he's a PCP airgun guru. He can probably give you good advice.
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Post by bullfrog on Jun 27, 2024 6:15:32 GMT -5
We’ve already been talking. I haven’t found one I would recommend yet. They’re a couple that can do either bow or airgun bullet, and to me that seems like the better value. I don’t see a lot of utility for one that can only shoot arrows. Its a lot of complication and expense for something a high-end, self-cocking, crossbow can also do.
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daveyc
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airbow
Jun 29, 2024 14:28:51 GMT -5
Post by daveyc on Jun 29, 2024 14:28:51 GMT -5
considering an airbow for archery not sure if an airgun that shoots bullets and arrows is allowed-- if crossbow, would use crank; and with high lb crossbow issues/maintenance seems like airbow less trouble except need air tank/compressor but might be more acccurate, if regulated model--any more ideas?
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daveyc
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Jul 1, 2024 14:59:43 GMT -5
Post by daveyc on Jul 1, 2024 14:59:43 GMT -5
looks like benjamin pioneer airbow has been offered a while, a converted .357 airgun?--- vs crossbow-- airbow is loud, dont know if deer jump should be considered at 450 fps, but at long range; also cannot have arrows with lighted nocks----any more ideas?
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Jul 5, 2024 14:39:23 GMT -5
Post by bullfrog on Jul 5, 2024 14:39:23 GMT -5
considering an airbow for archery not sure if an airgun that shoots bullets and arrows is allowed-- if crossbow, would use crank; and with high lb crossbow issues/maintenance seems like airbow less trouble except need air tank/compressor but might be more acccurate, if regulated model--any more ideas? Currently airbows don't have a separate definition under the Code. They're included in the definition of a precharged pneumatic airgun. Furthermore, all of the write-ups I see on the FWC's website for public consumption are defining airbows as PCPs that are firing arrows. There's nothing to suggest that they can't be capable of shooting other ammo. What makes it an "airbow" is whether it's currently loaded with a bolt. Just don't carry other ammo types with you in the off season. For example: "Persons with Disabilities Crossbow Permits. Allow persons who possess a valid Persons with Disabilities Crossbow Permit to use airbows (pre-charged pneumatic airguns firing arrows) during archery season." The overall weapon classification is PCP. It becomes an airbow if it's firing an arrow. If it's firing a bullet, it's not an airbow. It seems that the current load is what defines it, not what it's capable of. I messaged you, do you want your recommendations in PM or here in this thread? |
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daveyc
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Jul 6, 2024 23:55:09 GMT -5
Post by daveyc on Jul 6, 2024 23:55:09 GMT -5
Sounds like an airbow is more accurate at long range than and airgun shooting bolts, both about same noise level, can they be suppressed? send pm --thanks---
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Jul 7, 2024 7:32:36 GMT -5
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Post by swampdog on Jul 7, 2024 7:32:36 GMT -5
I’d be more interested in knowing what long range is these days for an arrow. Calculating wind and animal movement at anything over 50 yds is critical whether a recurve, compound, crossbow or the air bow.
But if it’s legal - go for it. I have no problems with them.
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Post by Crkr 23 on Jul 7, 2024 9:21:11 GMT -5
Yes, and keep the United Blood Trackers website in your phone for when you shoot at something beyond your chosen equipments range. Just because you can hit a piece of paper at 100 yds, that doesn't qualify it for shooting at live animals.
Sorry if I come of as a bit of an ass, but when someone puts long-range and arrows in the same sentence it triggers me.
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Post by bullfrog on Jul 7, 2024 9:47:30 GMT -5
Sounds like an airbow is more accurate at long range than and airgun shooting bolts, both about same noise level, can they be suppressed? send pm --thanks--- An airgun shooting bolts is an airbow. They're not really separate weapons. The only difference is that some airguns that are made for bolts-only utilize a barrel that the bolt slips over the top of, while some normal airguns that can shoot bolts allow for the bolt to be inserted inside the barrel. No, an airgun shooting arrows/bolts cannot be suppressed in any configuration. You'll have a weapon that's a lot louder than a bow or a crossbow. You'll have to decide if the extra speed is worth the extra noise. My 2 cents, as a hard-core airgun enthusiast, is that I really don't see the point of an airbow that can't shoot anything but arrows, except that it may be a way to use an airgun to gator hunt or otherwise use an airgun for something the law normally doesn't allow its use for. I don't believe you have an advantage either in hunting or in ease of use. I would suspect that the money you'd put into a good airbow and an air compressor could buy you a nice crossbow that has an easier cocking mechanism. |
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