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by Karl
Sat Jun 25, 2016 7:23 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Range finder doubling for general uses?
Replies: 13
Views: 4718

Range finder doubling for general uses?

Gents , I was thinking of getting a mid-level range finder to shoot longer ranges, but also wondered if it could double as a basic monocular/spotter for general hiking/travelling when I am not hunting. Is this commonly done or a bad idea for any reasons?( cost, durability ?)
by Karl
Mon Jun 20, 2016 3:55 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: 20" Wyvern custom arrows for Matrix 380
Replies: 27
Views: 9619

Re: 20" Wyvern custom arrows for Matrix 380

Thanks fellas I might as well do this right. Zombie slayers it is. As it turns out buying them semi-bulk from the US will beat prices for lesser arrows here anyway, so its a no brainer.
by Karl
Sat Jun 18, 2016 12:32 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Disassembled 380 length
Replies: 11
Views: 3751

Re: Disassembled 380 length

Thanks fellas, profile fixed. Thats peak temperature mostly its 90-100 summer days, but we also get 12ft rain a year in the rainforest so mould is another issue on perishable parts. Its just a matter of regular checking and airing out. Excaliburs have a good reputation here so I am sure if I do my p...
by Karl
Sat Jun 18, 2016 9:15 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Disassembled 380 length
Replies: 11
Views: 3751

Re: Disassembled 380 length

Thanks czy horse, that's good news. What is the effect of extreme heat btw? I am in the tropics, up to 45C/113F temps through summer. Might be worth me storing the safe inside where I can keep the air on it then.
by Karl
Sat Jun 18, 2016 4:11 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Disassembled 380 length
Replies: 11
Views: 3751

Re: Disassembled 380 length

Thanks Gene for taking the time to do that, much appreciated.

Does anyone store their bow strung like this over the course of 1-2 weeks, or does it place too much stress on the limbs?
by Karl
Sat Jun 18, 2016 12:13 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: 20" Wyvern custom arrows for Matrix 380
Replies: 27
Views: 9619

Re: 20" Wyvern custom arrows for Matrix 380

yep that's a good point and I wouldn't have realised until it annoyed me on the first hunt. Thanks fellas.
by Karl
Fri Jun 17, 2016 8:47 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: 20" Wyvern custom arrows for Matrix 380
Replies: 27
Views: 9619

20" Wyvern custom arrows for Matrix 380

Gents any opinions on these 20" black eagle arrows with insert and 100gn field tips for total weight of 425 grains? http://www.wyverncreations.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=70&products_id=591 I am looking to ship a semi-bulk order to Australia to keep things cheap and simpl...
by Karl
Fri Jun 17, 2016 11:06 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Disassembled 380 length
Replies: 11
Views: 3751

Re: Disassembled 380 length

Thanks Paul, the legally required one is a metal gunsafe type needed for home storage, but you answered the next question I had as to a good travel case. I will check that out!
by Karl
Fri Jun 17, 2016 7:59 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Disassembled 380 length
Replies: 11
Views: 3751

Re: Disassembled 380 length

Obviously I don't :) Have one on order, which in Australia could take a few weeks. In the meantime need to work out some lockable storage in advance of the bow arriving, being a legal requirement in my state.
by Karl
Thu Jun 16, 2016 9:10 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Disassembled 380 length
Replies: 11
Views: 3751

Disassembled 380 length

Hi guys, can anyone tell me the length of a matrix 380m with the riser/limbs apparatus removed. I think I have the terms right. I am trying to work out storing it in a small safe when dissassembled. Thanks for any reply.
by Karl
Thu Jun 16, 2016 12:19 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Introduction and new Matrix 380
Replies: 20
Views: 6406

Re: Introduction and new Matrix 380

Sorry removing the riser, prod being old term for limb metal bar on crossbows.
Trying to work out length of the stock I guess without the riser on if that makes sense.
by Karl
Thu Jun 16, 2016 3:39 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Introduction and new Matrix 380
Replies: 20
Views: 6406

Re: Introduction and new Matrix 380

Hi guys just a question regards storage. Might anyone know the length of the bow with the prod removed?
Also whether the prod can be stored strung or is this bad for the limbs?
by Karl
Sun Jun 12, 2016 5:13 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: O no . . . not another Rag Target
Replies: 16
Views: 7729

Re: O no . . . not another Rag Target

This thread just answered another of my newb questions :D
by Karl
Sat Jun 11, 2016 10:35 pm
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Introduction and new Matrix 380
Replies: 20
Views: 6406

Re: Introduction and new Matrix 380

Thanks gents for the encouragement, this is quite a companiable forum. I am a member of various other rifle and blade forums and some can be tough crowds when you join. Karl --first welcome -- there is a metric ton of information on this board to provide volumes of opinions and valuable information ...
by Karl
Sat Jun 11, 2016 4:39 am
Forum: Crossbow Hunting
Topic: Introduction and new Matrix 380
Replies: 20
Views: 6406

Re: Introduction and new Matrix 380

Also I have heard the term 'boo string' and wondered what they are and whether they would also be worth getting hold of?