carbon arrow ?

[lonewolf5347]

I broke the old bow out of mothballs 1980 browning explorer 2 ,45 to 60 lbs bow made back in 1980

The last time I hunted with the bow was 1998 then my peak weight was 60lb :The bow has a 35% let off and back then I used easton xx75 2117 shafts with 5" feathers with off-set.I am not new to bow hunting been in the sport for more then 25 years before I did hang it up.

I now find as age is creeping up I set the bow to 50lbs and still using 2117 xx75 but been interested in maybe switching to carbon arrows.

I see they are a little different then using the chart back then I was wondering if a 400 grain arrow with be my size for my set up.

The bow is a 4 wheeler all wood laminated including limbs:I just tuned the bow with the 2117 bare shaft at 15 yards and the arrow flies straight as a dime.

any help would be appreciated on arrow selection

My broad head 125 thunderhead

arrow length 30"

[Brad6639]

Honesty with an older bow like that, I would stick to the aluminums. They didnt have the technology they have now back then, so even if you get an increase in speed, Id stay with the aluminums for the increased penetration.

[Guest bow_hunter101]

I have an old Bear bow that is set to 50# draw weight. I keep it around as an extra for people that go hunting with me but don't have a bow. I switched to shooting carbons through it about 2 or 3 years ago and picked up over 10 fps. I would recommend looking into switching to carbons. Especially with a lightweight bow a little speed can make a big difference. Best thing to do would be take it to a local bow shop or sporting goods store and have them set you up with some carbons.