Favorite Broadheads

[glikens11]

I was wondering what your guys favorite broadheads are i've always used muzzy 3 blade 100 grains but i want to change it up a little this year. I dont know if i want to try expandables or not so just askin for a little help
Thanks,
Greg

[outfishin_]

The only blades I have ever used are 130 grain 4 blade Muzzy.....I have thought about trying other brands and types..But if its not broke don't fix it i guess...

[Huntinman225]

I was wondering what your guys favorite broadheads are i've always used muzzy 3 blade 100 grains but i want to change it up a little this year. I dont know if i want to try expandables or not so just askin for a little help
Thanks,
Greg

I have not changed mine in years, and I use the exact same ones you use. "if it works...you know the rest"

[Gilbey]

I've used muzzy 3 blader 100 grains in the past. I'm doing the same.

If you do a search in this forum, you'll see a lot of feedback on the G5 Montecs that they shoot like a field point, so that's what I'm going to give a whirl with.

[seips]

i use the spitfire 125's and love em.

[outfishin_]

Almost any broadhead now a days will work for you....some are better than others. Its all in the shot placement and is your bow tuned to your broadheads. One of the great debates of Bow hunting has always been whats the best broadhead....:) There is no right or wrong answer...

[Fulldrw]

G5 Montec 100grain!:evilsmile

[deepwoods]

OK I'll be the first. I use the Vortex 100 grain w/ 2 1/2" cut expandable. I have used them for quite a few years and have been very happy with them. If I were changed I would be leaning toward the Montec's but I won't be changing anytime soon. Like already mentioned shot placement makes or breaks a broadhead more than anything.

Good luck in whatever you choose.

[ROBBY MEYERS]

90 Grain Thunder Heads for the Mattews solo cam and Winzel Woodsmen's 125 grain for the long bow

[Byron]

Absolutely the 2-blade Snyper from Rocky Mountain Broadheads!

Best Regards,
Byron :)

[glikens11]

what about those new rage broadheads anybody shoot those yet?!

[FlyBoy]

ditto on the spitfires(100's) :yikes: shoots just like a field tip, but wait till he's broadside.

[Mich. Buck Wacker]

Spitfire 100 grains fill up my freezer every year! ;)

[glockman55]

I was using 100 gr. Rocky Premier 3 blade. Now I use Muzzy 100 gr. three blades, They both shot good, Muzzy's are easier to find.(in the stores) I might take a look at those 2-blade Snyper from Rocky Mountain, Nice looking broadhead. I wouldn't go any heavier than 100 gr. for Deer.:16suspect You loose too much fps. Just my Opinion.

[webfarmer]

Old school - Thunderhead 125 grain. They never fail for me.

[Kelly Johnson]

Easier for me to tell you ones I've had trouble with really.

Rocket Ultimate Steel 75 grain. Blade retention problems.
Sattelite Titans. Sloppy and loose. Never could get them to fly right.
Crimson Talon. Thin, weak blades. Broke in my target.

I've used and been happy with...
Rocket Mini Blasters
Rocket Wolverines
Rocket Sidewinders
Cabela's Lazer pro and Lazer Pro Mags
Thunderheads
Steel Force 100's (NOT serrated)
Magnus Stingers. All of them are great


"Favorite"?

Depends on a lot of factors.
Close quarters, suburban hunting?
BIG cut mechanicals...I want a HUGE hole and I don't want them winding up in the neigbors pool.

Soybean or cut corn fields where shots are a little longer I'll use a cut on contact razor sharp Steelforce-Magnus-or even a 2 blade like a B52

Don't let anyoe tell you one Brodahead is the BEST for you:16suspect .

Weigh the pros and cons of each and pick one that fits your setup and that you have confidence in

[SNAPPY]

No need for anything but 125 grain Thunderheads here. Awesome flight, cutting edge, penetration and best bone-breaking broadhead (through both shoulders at 25 yds) I've used yet. I havent tried any others in many years so I cant say that there arent any better, but like somebody else said-- If it aint broke......

[hoyt001]

Hey man!! Don't go to expandables. Do yourself a favor and shoot steelforce 100 gr, 4 blades. They fly like field tips and really penetrate. I've had a shoulder shot doe( on accident) go only 50 yards. The broadhead penetrated the front shoulder blade and stopped at the other. The serrated edges really do damage on the inside. I've been extremely happy with the broadheads.:evilsmile :evilsmile :evilsmile :evilsmile :evilsmile :evilsmile

[deputy]

Muzzy and aftershocks by far the two best i have ever used

[Kingstone]

I'm not a fan od gimicks. Muzzy's might be good but I've never used them. A friend used them in competition shooting and changed to thunderheads because the had less tendency to break. Hunting you should not have that problem. However like I said I don't go for gimicks Look at you gander mountain stores and you will see 10 to one displays and stocking of thunderheads.:confused:

[fulldraw]

Slick Trick 100gr. Thats I all have to say.

[GVDocHoliday]

G5 Outdoors Montec 100 grain.

Hey all, remember that the twoblade snyper is no longer in production...the model you are all familiar with has been discontinued during the sale process of Rocky Mtn to Field Logic. I do know that Field Logic is offering a similar head however, but it has a much larger cutting diameter.

These here are the new snypers:

http://www.hunting-fishing-gear.com/article-display/1955.html

They added an extra blade and beefed up the ferule. Look pretty good in my opinion, but I prefered the concave tip on the previous 3blade model.

[goemado]

100gr Slick Tricks.

[KalamazooKid]

G5 Outdoors Montec 100 grain.

I could never get used to the $11/pc cost on those! :evilsmile

I'll stick with my Muzzy 4 blade 100s for lots of reasons. I've never had one break, easy to sharpen, you can buy separate practice blades, etc. etc. Oh, and half the cost of the Montecs.:D

[det07]

Nap Razorbaks (two Blade That Spin)

[TnRidge]

I used to be a Muzzy fan ... until I shot Slick Tricks .

[Byron]

Hey all, remember that the twoblade snyper is no longer in production...the model you are all familiar with has been discontinued during the sale process of Rocky Mtn to Field Logic. I do know that Field Logic is offering a similar head however, but it has a much larger cutting diameter.

These here are the new snypers:

http://www.hunting-fishing-gear.com/article-display/1955.html

They added an extra blade and beefed up the ferule. Look pretty good in my opinion, but I prefered the concave tip on the previous 3blade model.Is this conjecture or hearsay? According to my conversation a couple months ago with Bruce Barrie, this is wrong. Do you have a credible reference?

They even have a brand new Snyper page on their website (http://www.rockymtbroadheads.com/Snyper2.html)! Intentionally or not, I think you are spreading misinformation.

Thanks,
Byron :)

[Swamp Ghost]

100 grain 3 blade NAP spitfires, a whole bunch of dead deer will attest to it's effectiveness

[Burksee]

No need for anything but 125 grain Thunderheads here. Awesome flight, cutting edge, penetration and best bone-breaking broadhead (through both shoulders at 25 yds) I've used yet. I havent tried any others in many years so I cant say that there arent any better, but like somebody else said-- If it aint broke......

Old school - Thunderhead 125 grain. They never fail for me.Old School! :yeahthat: Put them on my arrows about 20 years ago or better, was so pleased I've never even tried anything else since. ;)

[arrowdog]

I haven't used anything but Thunderhead 1200's for years and I have always been happy with them.

[MisterTwister]

G5 montec 100 gr.
They are worth the price because you just resharpen and use again.

[greatprohunter]

I'm like you on changing from the tried and true muzzy 3 blade. Last year i swithed to hyper shock expandables and almost regreted it baddly on the biggest buck of my life. At 20 yards the perfectly placed arrow on the broadside deer shot out of a hoyt 2005 x-tec at 72lbs barley went through. 10" of the fletching side was still sticking out. = terrible pennitration...
I've never had that happen with my muzzys. Not even when i was a kid shooting 45lbs. I just bought those new MX-4 heads from muzzy and am testing em. So far so good. They fly like a feild tip even at 50 yards.


MUZZY FOR EVER FOR ME!!!!!1:yikes: :yikes: :yikes: :yikes: :yikes:

[buckslayer]

Shot Thunderhead 125's for years, dropped to 100's when I went to carbons a few years back...fast and flat...wack!!!:yikes:
Used Razorbacks, Rocky Mt., Sattalites, Wasps years ago...

[Den66]

I used 125 grain Rocky Mountains way back in the day, but more recently have used 90 grain Satellite TNT's, Montec 100's, and last season tried out the Grim Reaper expandables in 100 grain. Had mostly good experiences with the Reapers...had one head only deploy 2 blades, but it was one that I had "rebuilt", and may have assembled it improperly. The Montecs are a great head, extremely durable. I still keep some around, in case I get a case of the "try something differents"....

[michigandeerslayer]

Pass through at 35 yards double lung didnt go 40 yards. Broadhead is still in great shape but hanging on the wall now. It all comes down to what you shoot best and feel comfortable shooting. Some guys will swear on this one and that one, but when it comes down to it, there are hundreds to choose from and they all must do what they are designed to do our they wouldn't be selling them. Practice shot placement and you have sucess.. Just think the indians used to use sharpend rocks, so Just have fun with what ever you choose

Rich

[deputy]

I'm like you on changing from the tried and true muzzy 3 blade. Last year i swithed to hyper shock expandables and almost regreted it baddly on the biggest buck of my life. At 20 yards the perfectly placed arrow on the broadside deer shot out of a hoyt 2005 x-tec at 72lbs barley went through. 10" of the fletching side was still sticking out. = terrible pennitration...


but you got the deer right? what version were shooting 125 100-80 since i saw a 80 go through a deer at 25 yds out of a 50# bow

[Michihunter]

G5 Montecs are all that and a bag of chips!! They are very durable and never a need for replacement blades which drives the value up even more. I bought 6 for $60 5 years ago and still have 5 of them. Not a bad investment over the course of those 5 yrs and even better when you take into consideration how many more years they may last. If I get only 6 yrs out of them it would end up being a $10/yr investment which is outstanding. But I think more along 10+yrs would be my guess.;)

[GVDocHoliday]

G5 Montecs are all that and a bag of chips!! They are very durable and never a need for replacement blades which drives the value up even more. I bought 6 for $60 5 years ago and still have 5 of them. Not a bad investment over the course of those 5 yrs and even better when you take into consideration how many more years they may last. If I get only 6 yrs out of them it would end up being a $10/yr investment which is outstanding. But I think more along 10+yrs would be my guess.;)

I've had the same three Montecs for the last 3 years...they've each killed deer...haven't had to purchase replacement blades, or anything for them. Just a few quick stropes on a stone and they're back in the quiver. I'll be using them again this year.

[GVDocHoliday]

Is this conjecture or hearsay? According to my conversation a couple months ago with Bruce Barrie, this is wrong. Do you have a credible reference?

They even have a brand new Snyper page on their website (http://www.rockymtbroadheads.com/Snyper2.html)! Intentionally or not, I think you are spreading misinformation.

Thanks,
Byron :)


Heard it from the field logic rep.

[Byron]

Heard it from the field logic rep.
Fair enough, Bryan. I'll try to call Bruce Barrie again and get an update. I really hope your rep is wrong!

Best Regards,
Byron :)

[GVDocHoliday]

Fair enough, Bryan. I'll try to call Bruce Barrie again and get an update. I really hope your rep is wrong!

Best Regards,
Byron :)

I really do too.

I don't know if he was just trying to push the new rage heads on the owner or what, but he turned down a big sale because the 2-blade snyper is the best selling head at the shop I shoot out of.

[Byron]

I really do too.

I don't know if he was just trying to push the new rage heads on the owner or what, but he turned down a big sale because the 2-blade snyper is the best selling head at the shop I shoot out of.
Okay, I talked to Rocky Mountain directly today. They would like to know who this rep is that told you the Snyper is being discontinued. It is not being discontinued. (Yes!) So, who was this rep? Directly employed by Field Logic? Third party? PM me if you don't want to post his info. ;)

While I was on the phone with Rocky Mountain, I mentioned how successful they've been for me and many others here, on ArcheryTalk, and elsewhere. I also expressed my hope that they continue making them indefinitely. It may help in the long term if others do the same.

Best Regards,
Byron :)

[Swamp Ghost]

Don't mean to be the one to stir some ***** but I find it very hard to believe claims of a fixed blade broadhead flying like a field point. At some point, regardless of manufacture, every single fixed blade broadhead I have tried has required some extensive tinkering in order to attain even decent flight out past 30 yards.

Now I haven't shot a fixed blade in about 7-8 years so there maybe some improvement with the smaller profile fixed blades I have seen, but the Muzzy and many other similar designs have pretty much been unchanged and were some of the worst performers as far as arrow flight when I was experimenting with different heads.

Now I have a buddy that will never shoot an expandable because of a lost deer several years ago, but I attribute much of that lost deer to poor shot placement rather than broadhead performance. I also have to say that many of the horror stories I have heard about expandbales have several common denomenators, they are almost always perfect broadside shots, less than 30 yards away on an unsuspecting deer, that only achieves marginal penetration and almost always results in a lost deer.

That being said, if you have an unsuspecting deer, less that 30 yards and broadside you could put a field point through the vitals and almost be certain of rcovering that deer within 150 yards.

Just my .02....................

[Byron]

Now I have a buddy that will never shoot an expandable because of a lost deer several years ago, but I attribute much of that lost deer to poor shot placement rather than broadhead performance. I also have to say that many of the horror stories I have heard about expandbales have several common denomenators, they are almost always perfect broadside shots, less than 30 yards away on an unsuspecting deer, that only achieves marginal penetration and almost always results in a lost deer.I would venture to guess those horror stories all have an "over-the-top" mechanical in common, as well!

Best Regards,
Byron :)

[Swamp Ghost]

I also have to say that many of the horror stories I have heard about expandbales have several common denomenators, they are almost always perfect broadside shots, less than 30 yards away on an unsuspecting deer, that only achieves marginal penetration and almost always results in a lost deer.



Let me expand on this observation, how many times do bowhunters encounter these ideal conditions? In my experiences they happen 1 out of every 10 or so shot opportunities. Almost every one of my shots on harvested deer are on less than the ideal conditons decribed above, yet somehow these deer drop within sight, why? Shot placement, it cannot be emphasized enough, regardless of broadhead type.

Find one that flies truest out of your setup and put it where it counts.

I would be willing to bet that the loss rate with expandables and fixed blades are almost identical and that the most common form of failure is not all related in the choice of broadhead but almost entirely the shot itself.

[Sprytle]

Let me expand on this observation, how many times do bowhunters encounter these ideal conditions? In my experiences they happen 1 out of every 10 or so shot opportunities. Almost every one of my shots on harvested deer are on less than the ideal conditons decribed above, yet somehow these deer drop within sight, why? Shot placement, it cannot be emphasized enough, regardless of broadhead type.

Find one that flies truest out of your setup and put it where it counts.

I would be willing to bet that the loss rate with expandables and fixed blades are almost identical and that the most common form of failure is not all related in the choice of broadhead but almost entirely the shot itself.

Thats it SG... 90% of all broadheads made today are quality heads - ( there are a few i wonder about) Shot placement is key!! Put a head where its suppossed to go and retrive your deer . Practice, Practice, Practice. Number your arrows on the fletching of which fly best with your broadhead of choice and arrange them in your your quiver in that order. Confedince in your equipment and shooting ability cannot be over ehempised when it comes to the moment of truth!! Practice with your broadheads!!!!!

Bob:)

[Kelly Johnson]

Now I haven't shot a fixed blade in about 7-8 years so there maybe some improvement

There has been.
Tolerances have been tightened as a general observation across the board.

Biggest improvement is consistency in them IMO. I used to have a hard time with the older ones as well...could never get them to spin because the weren't evenly cut or the blades weren't center on the ferrule:sad:

The fixed of today are a lot better.
If your bow's in tune 9 out 10 heads will get it done if your under 280fps or so.

Above 280 you'll want to look into a smaller profile to cut down on the wind shear.

[ArmyHunter]

Spitfire 100s and three-blade Muzzy 100s. Spitfires shoot straighter but I can group the muzzy's better.

[ed_jenkinsww]

It's Spitfire 125's for me.

[erodrig4]

Grim Reapers Here...FLy great!...I am also a fan of the Muzzys

[deerslayer#1]

330 fps....300gr #60....grim reapor shoots just like a field point, and very sharp out of the package.

[AZHUNTER]

ThunderHeads are really durable and shoot great.