ThePennsylvanian
Well-Known Member
This is really a relative question, because some folks prioritize differently. One guy could say that most important thing is X and another guy says it Y.
So just brake it down to what is physically required to kill a deer, you can find some really good used equipment that is just as capable now as it was when it was new. Then thunk of a few things that really, I mean really make a difference for you and suggest adding that.
Again, objectively speaking here, and based on what would be legal to use in my state on Nov 10, I'd look for the following:
A quality used bow: can typically be found well under 300, often includes arrows, a basic release or a case and other odds and ends.
Basic broadheads: while there are many broadheads that can be had very cheap, some are made better than others, the most effective and consistent ones I've seen are the Allen PowerPoint, I've personally bought these as cheap as three dollars per pack. And also have taken a handful of deer using them.
With the number of saddles on the market these days, if it's in your budget they can be had relatively cheap as well,(but as everyone of us knows, the second that purchase is made, down the rabbit hole you go)......
As it's been stated, military surplus is a dang good bargain for quality and its widely available. Otherwise, just use what you got and supplement, don't have good boots, get some quality waterproof socks, and learn about layering to keep feet warm and dry.
So just brake it down to what is physically required to kill a deer, you can find some really good used equipment that is just as capable now as it was when it was new. Then thunk of a few things that really, I mean really make a difference for you and suggest adding that.
Again, objectively speaking here, and based on what would be legal to use in my state on Nov 10, I'd look for the following:
A quality used bow: can typically be found well under 300, often includes arrows, a basic release or a case and other odds and ends.
Basic broadheads: while there are many broadheads that can be had very cheap, some are made better than others, the most effective and consistent ones I've seen are the Allen PowerPoint, I've personally bought these as cheap as three dollars per pack. And also have taken a handful of deer using them.
With the number of saddles on the market these days, if it's in your budget they can be had relatively cheap as well,(but as everyone of us knows, the second that purchase is made, down the rabbit hole you go)......
As it's been stated, military surplus is a dang good bargain for quality and its widely available. Otherwise, just use what you got and supplement, don't have good boots, get some quality waterproof socks, and learn about layering to keep feet warm and dry.