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Jtaylor said:
I slightly bumped my scope last weekend hunting, checked zero and it was off 6" to the right. I have to treat this more like a rifle than I do my compound and definitely a recurve/longbow. I'm keeping an eye on it and shooting it at least once every time before I hunt just because as others have stated, I don't exactly trust the el cheapo scope.
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Vortex is making a crossbow scope now. Might be worth checking out as they are much higher end than their price indicates. Hawke has a line of crossbow scopes that can't be beat for price and quality.
 
larasea said:
If you call Victory they will help you figure it out. I have talked to a factory rep and they are very helpful.
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I thought some of the experts here would have an opinion. I think I am good if I leave the poundage where it is. I should glue one up and shoot it to see if it shoots to the same POI.
 
Looking for a little guidance, I asked a DEC officer last year and he couldn't give me a yea or nay without looking at it in person. Is this gonna be legal for us in NY .....

Crossbow Specifications
  • A legal crossbow consists of a bow and string, either compound or recurve, that launches a minimum 14-inch bolt or arrow, not including point, mounted upon a stock with a trigger that holds the string and limbs under tension until released.
  • The trigger unit of such crossbow must have a working safety.
  • Minimum limb width: 17 inches (outer tip of limbs, excluding wheels and cams, uncocked)
    • Minimum peak draw weight: 100 pounds
    • Maximum peak draw weight: 200 pounds.
  • Minimum overall length: 24 inches from butt-stock to front of limbs.
 
Swingin' Free said:
Looking for a little guidance, I asked a DEC officer last year and he couldn't give me a yea or nay without looking at it in person. Is this gonna be legal for us in NY .....

Crossbow Specifications
  • A legal crossbow consists of a bow and string, either compound or recurve, that launches a minimum 14-inch bolt or arrow, not including point, mounted upon a stock with a trigger that holds the string and limbs under tension until released.
  • The trigger unit of such crossbow must have a working safety.
  • Minimum limb width:17 inches (outer tip of limbs, excluding wheels and cams, uncocked)
    • Minimum peak draw weight: 100 pounds
    • Maximum peak draw weight: 200 pounds.
  • Minimum overall length: 24 inches from butt-stock to front of limbs.
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I'd say you are fine. The only measurement I had to check was limb width. The width is over 18 inches. Looks like it checks all the boxes just fine.
 
Swingin' Free said:
Looking for a little guidance, I asked a DEC officer last year and he couldn't give me a yea or nay without looking at it in person. Is this gonna be legal for us in NY .....

Crossbow Specifications
  • A legal crossbow consists of a bow and string, either compound or recurve, that launches a minimum 14-inch bolt or arrow, not including point, mounted upon a stock with a trigger that holds the string and limbs under tension until released.
  • The trigger unit of such crossbow must have a working safety.
  • Minimum limb width:17 inches (outer tip of limbs, excluding wheels and cams, uncocked)
    • Minimum peak draw weight: 100 pounds
    • Maximum peak draw weight: 200 pounds.
  • Minimum overall length: 24 inches from butt-stock to front of limbs.
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@Swingin' Free -

I just measured up my mini and took a few photos to show you. Note that mine is a left-hand model, but the measurements are the same for both left and right hand models:

"Consists of bow and string, either compound or recurve, that launches a minimum 14-inch bolt, not including point, mounted upon a stock with a trigger that hold the string and limbs under tension until released." - AFFIRMATIVE (23.5")

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"The trigger unit of such crossbow must have a working safety." - AFFIRMATIVE

"Minimum limb width 17 inches (outer tip of limbs, excluding wheels and cams, uncocked)" - AFFIRMATIVE (18.25")

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"Minimum peak draw weight: 100 pounds; Maximum peak draw weight: 200 pounds." - AFFIRMATIVE (125 to 150 lbs)

"Minimum overall length: 24 inches from butt-stock to front of limbs." - AFFIRMATIVE (26")

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LoadedLimbs said:
@Swingin' Free -

I just measured up my mini and took a few photos to show you. Note that mine is a left-hand model, but the measurements are the same for both left and right hand models:

"Consists of bow and string, either compound or recurve, that launches a minimum 14-inch bolt, not including point, mounted upon a stock with a trigger that hold the string and limbs under tension until released." - AFFIRMATIVE (23.5")

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"The trigger unit of such crossbow must have a working safety." - AFFIRMATIVE

"Minimum limb width 17 inches (outer tip of limbs, excluding wheels and cams, uncocked)" - AFFIRMATIVE (18.25")

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"Minimum peak draw weight: 100 pounds; Maximum peak draw weight: 200 pounds." - AFFIRMATIVE (125 to 150 lbs)

"Minimum overall length: 24 inches from butt-stock to front of limbs." - AFFIRMATIVE (26")

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Thank you so much for taking the time. Now just have to sell a kid, I mean kidney....
 
Swingin' Free said:
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Notice much difference between the two?
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They're different beasts. The original is quite a bit bigger(see pic below). I like the fit of the original actualyl better, its more relaxed and fits my body better at 6'4" with quite long arms(I draw over 31" on a recurve). I think becaus of this it also seems more balanced. The attachment point is also better designed and locks in better than on the Mini. The powersstroke is ovbiously longer and it shoots longer arrows--it seems to hit hard and penetrate my target deeper even though its 125lbs maxed out rather than the 150 of the mini.

That being said, the mini is spectacular. ITs so much more maneuverable and easier to walk around with. it will be MUCH more advantageous over a compound or recurve walkign through the woods than the original will. Also because the power stroke is shorter, it is easier to cock in a sitting position, or tight space, also a major advantage.

Both are amazing. If you're huinting a lot of farmland, logging roads, etc, The original would be my ticket--it just fits me and shoulders easier and better for my body shape than the mini. In a tree, doing more waking and stalking through hardwoods, brush, or more mountainous terrain, the mini would be my choice. I"d say the mini will be getting the most use for me--but the original is a bloody tack driver.
 
Have been considering a new compound bow, but these are definitely interesting and seem useful. I have a traditional crossbow for my kids and I own(but never Hunted with) the original PSE Tac15.
You all have me thinking, that's for sure. wish I could hold one and try it out before I decide on a purchase.
 
After trying a couple different scopes, I have settled on the Hawke XB 3x32 SR. There is roughly 1/4 to 3/8 inch clearance between the string and the illumination knob. The "arms" on the Bow Jax string dampener (that came on the bow) seems to brush the illumination knob. This is just with me cocking and uncocking by hand trying to keep the string in same plane that it would naturally be when shot. Looking for suggestions. Should I...

1. Leave it as is and not worry about it (I feel like the contact could affect accuracy)
2. If possible, move scope forward or back enough so it won't contact it (not sure I can get proper eye placement if have to move a bunch)
3. Slide Bow Jax closer to knock to possibly get clearance
4. Remove Bow Jax completely and use some extra limbsaver quads that I have

Thanks!
 
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