Should I upgrade to a Matrix?

paprof · Post by **paprof** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 1:16 pm

Hey all,

This might be a dumb question to ask here but...to make a long story short.
I have an Equinox with a decent Hawke scope setup, owned since 2010.

Been eying a Matrix 380 for some time.

Mostly hunt from a Ghostblind or just sitting under a tree.

Should I take the plunge and upgrade? Not sure if I will sell the ol' Equinox yet, may keep it as a backup. What're some pros and cons from those who have used both the wide limbs and the Matrixes?

Thanks
Rob

rein1 · Post by **rein1** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 1:20 pm

Sure I would go with a 380 , my 405 has had its share of issues

TheBig1 · Post by **TheBig1** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 1:22 pm

Here we go!!! Get ready for it Rob. All of the members who own 2, 3, 4, 5 crossbows are going to come out of the dark and encourage you to go for it and keep the one you have as back up. Be careful my friend, these guys can be contagious.

Chad

vixenmaster · Post by **vixenmaster** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 1:26 pm

Yes get the matrix 380, i have n own one n you should to! They are lighter, easier, more comfortable n faster

wabi · Post by **wabi** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 3:18 pm

Are you sure it's an upgrade?

amythntr · Post by **amythntr** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 3:37 pm

TheBig1 wrote:Here we go!!! Get ready for it Rob. All of the members who own 2, 3, 4, 5 crossbows are going to come out of the dark and encourage you to go for it and keep the one you have as back up. Be careful my friend, these guys can be contagious.

Chad

.....Paprof...Chad took out all my thunder.....with that said, you will absolutely love it as I do mine....it is a tack driver...I also agree, do not sell your "classic"....there will be days when you just want to sit back and enjoy it again!

Anthony

Livtahunt · Post by **Livtahunt** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 4:37 pm

Went from a Equinox to a 380 and couldn't be happier.

L. E. Carroll · Post by **L. E. Carroll** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 5:08 pm

If you should decide to let go of your Equinox ????

I have a few $$ you could use to put towards that matrix.... BTW I have a 355 and love it.

Heck, I'd even let you hang onto your scope.

Gene

W.Miguire · Post by **W.Miguire** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 5:12 pm

you will love the 380. they shoot like a dream and hit where you aim. good luck with your new bow. and keep your other for a back up.JMO.
W.M.

Species8472 · Post by **Species8472** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 5:14 pm

If the width of the nox is not an issue for the way you hunt than there is really no reason to upgrade. Your nox will kill em dead just the same.

That being said who needs a reason. I upgraded because I wanted to not because I needed to.

flightattendant100 · Post by **flightattendant100** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 6:09 pm

wabi wrote:Are you sure it's an upgrade?

X2. They are shorter and narrower, but not sure "better".
This is from a guy with a Matrix and a Micro.

Riflemanz · Post by **Riflemanz** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 7:13 pm

Go with the 380 or
355.

deertrx · Post by **deertrx** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 7:56 pm

380's are a game changer shoot one and see for yourself!

deertrx

one shot scott · Post by **one shot scott** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 8:01 pm

Yes. Matrix is a fun bow. Do I think you should have fun? yes!

Xbowkiller · Post by **Xbowkiller** » Mon Oct 26, 2015 9:04 pm

Guess it depends on what you do with it. If it sits in a closet till a couple weeks before deer season what's the point of changing it. Target shooting or 3D are you going to want to cock it all day long. To many variables for me to make up your mine for you. I am keeping my long limbers and no intentions of moving up in draw weight.

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