Best excalibur crossbow for big game hunting?

[drewdavis]

Hi fellas

I am trying to buy a used excalibur (for the warranty) recurve crossbow. Not sure which model to get, and which accessories are useful. I will use it to hunt deer and boars mostly. Your advice would be super helpful.

[Carnivorous]

Crossbow Buying is really a personal choice. If you live near an Excalibur dealer shoulder each model to see what fits you best. Lots of options to choose from.

If it were me I would go with the new Suppressor extreme. Excellent price point for this bow with all the accessories included and the Katana style stock fits me like a glove..

[Boo]

The Mag 340 has been filling freezers since it's inception and not one person has said it wasn't fast enough. That been said, I think the Micro 380 is the best value if speed is important to you. Speed is rarely important but it is entertaining and can extend your killing range by a small amount.

[agingcrossbower]

If it fits you then it would be the one that you are holding. Everyone is different.

[AJ01]

I have a couple of different Excals.
I bought a 340 a while back. I find myself shooting it more than the others. Why?
Cause it's just fun to shoot.
It's easier to "rope cock" and easier to de-cock with the same rope.
Accuracy is exceptional. Not matter what head I feed it.
I haven't killed any BIG critters with it. Nothing in the 500 pound plus range but would use it without reservation.
All in all, I would have to give the 340 with a good scope an A+ in the crossbow world for hunting!

[Normous]

One can find used Excalibur bows in every budget or price range.

They will all kill big game with a well placed arrow.

The Ontario record Crossbow Moose died with one arrow launched from early 90's Vixen model shooting 250 fps

[Doe Master]

Any well placed arrow will dispatch larger game . Just don`t be confused thinking the faster it is the more penetration from a shoulder hit . I have talked to a few people who think they can do a shoulder shot with a bow . It will end in disappointment more often than not .
A wise person once told me the faster the arrow just means it goes into the ground deeper on the other side . I have had passthroughs with my wooden wolverine as well as my newer bows .

[flightattendant100]

The Mag 340 has been filling freezers since it's inception and not one person has said it wasn't fast enough. That been said, I think the Micro 380 is the best value if speed is important to you. Speed is rarely important but it is entertaining and can extend your killing range by a small amount.

Yes this! And even if you opt for an older Excalibur, the 330-340 fps range has kind of been a sweet spot. Older wide limb Exocet snd Vortex are great bows. The Mattix 330 is smaller and still easy to cock.jmho

[janesy]

Mag340 is easy to find used. Best bang the buck all around hunting bow is the Micro Extreme.

[flinthead]

My thoughts may be a little outdated these days… but if you can find a metal rail Ibex, get it! Just a great all around bow for hunting or targets.

[Robinsons Rebel]

I have to say that any Excalibur would do. It really depends on how much you have to spend and how you hunt. If you hunt in a blind vs. a tree stand, you might opt for a smaller width bow. How far are you shooting, is another question. If you have longer shots, I will get a little faster crossbow. An all-around crossbow would be in the 340-fps range. If you can aim it, your Excalibur will kill it. I have an old Grizzly that does the job for me and maybe one day I'll upgrade it. It sounds goofy but keep your choice simple and I think you'll be happy with any crossbow. Good luck!