Which Block target to get?

Corvus · Post by **Corvus** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 9:09 am

I've read a bunch of the threads on the Blocks and I'm going to get one this week. If I want one target that I can use for my crossbow field points, crossbow broadheads, vertical bow field points and vertical bow broadheads... which one do I want? The Crossbow Block or the Block 4x4?

The 4x4 has more surfaces, but will it hold up against the Exomax as well? Price is not a factor in my decision.

Thanks!

Normous · Post by **Normous** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 9:42 am

I have the original Block(white) with black dots, not the crossbow model.
It is holding up well against two Excals. One center target is weaker because of too many broadhead hits. I'd say get the white one, that's the one I'd buy over again.

Norm

Corvus · Post by **Corvus** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 10:41 am

If the ORIGINAL Block does fine for you from a crossbow, then it seems to me that the 4x4 would be even better, right? If I'm understanding correctly, it's the original compressed material encased in a rubbery coat, isn't it?

Has anyone shot both the 4x4 and the Crossbow Block and compared the penetration/durability?

Woody Williams · Post by **Woody Williams** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 10:43 am

The Crossbow King from American Whitetail Targets...

http://www.archerytargets.com/

LV2HNT · Post by **LV2HNT** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 11:05 am

I have the xbow block and I am sad to say that I shot the center out of it in about a month. It held up fine with field tips but when I changed to broadheads for hunting, I had to resight the bow. After about 20-30 shots the bolts started passing straight through. I am scared to shoot at the outside targets because I have been having some accuracy issues lately and the block is so small that there is no room for error on the outside bulls. Oh well, I won't be wasting another 80 bucks on the xbow block again. I do have a friend with a 4x4 and he says it works great with his exomax so I would recomend that. I just checked out woody's link though and those things look pretty good. I think I may try one of those next.

crazyfarmer · Post by **crazyfarmer** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 11:20 am

i shot 3 bheads at my xbow block and it's eating that spot up already also.. it holds fine for field tips

hawg hunter · Post by **hawg hunter** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 12:03 pm

take the advice of a crossbow shooter . i did and have not regreted it . check out wabi's thread Crossbow King . 1/2 the price of what your looking at

TYE · Post by **TYE** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 12:40 pm

Woody Williams wrote:The Crossbow King from American Whitetail Targets...

http://www.archerytargets.com/

Good target. My friend just bought one and I plan on buying one.

Right now I have THE BLACK HOLE. I've beaten the snot out of it though and need a new one.

Ralph · Post by **Ralph** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 4:57 pm

This target works well for me . Shootable from all sides 18 targets. Stops an exocet 200 fine, Broadheads and fieldpoimts. Orderd from pro bow hunter. 80.00 to your door.http://www.probowhunter.com/product.php ... bestseller

DuckHunt · Post by **DuckHunt** » Thu Oct 19, 2006 6:27 pm

I bought a Block 4x4 when I picked up my Exomax in August. I love it. I use the Spitfire heads with practice blades or field points mostly so I can't speak to how it will stand up to excessive broadhead use. For normal use mine shows hardly any wear with at least 150 shots into it.

Having two deer sides (one designed for elevated shooting) and two other spotted sides is a plus in my opinion. I shoot the standard GT2 carbon arrows. They go in about 6-8 inches with a 20' shot from my Exomax. I can pull them out by hand, though it is sometimes a bit tough to get them moving.

I like my Block 4x4. Had I known the price prior to the register, I would probably have reconsiderd.

Corvus · Post by **Corvus** » Fri Oct 20, 2006 7:38 am

Thanks for all of the feedback, guys. I agree with what the Crossbow King manufacturer says about solid vs layers, but I think the 4x4's coating would negate most of the problem with the layers coming out. I get a huge discount at a certain store nearby because my wife works for the company, so my options are limited to what they have in stock, which is why I was focusing on the various models of Blocks.

Corvus · Post by **Corvus** » Mon Oct 23, 2006 10:15 am

I got cold feet about buying a Block the other day and thought that I'd be responsible and give my Yellow Jacket B/H target (not the crossbow model) a chance against the ExoMax first. Going to get a Block 4x4 today!