clrj3514 Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 wat are u guys and gals opinions on single pin sights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazylegz70 Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 saw one person use them in the new Monster bucks dvd! I dont know much about them. I've never seen/used one in person. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m gardner Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 They aren't quick to use but you'll never use the wrong pin. It's easier and more accurate at the in between distances too because you're holding dead on instead of floating the target in between pins. I went back to multiple pins though because as you target moves you need to float the pin or readjust as you range it again. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Finn Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 I like hunting with 1 pin set to 25 yards....can't make a mistake and I know better than to shoot to far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adjam5 Posted August 13, 2008 Report Share Posted August 13, 2008 I have used a single pin sight for 4 years. Hold a bit high at 30 yards, but I got tired of compensating for the longer and in between shots. I just switched to a G5 optix 3 pin sight. The pins are much brighter than the TruGlo pin I had. Yes the simplicity is there to eliminate the confusion of what pin to use. I started shooting a bow with a pendulum sight which is why I went with a single pin sight on the Mathews. I did not practice enough to remain consistent with the single pin. I have since become a Traditional shooter with no need for sights. The Outback is getting lonely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY_Bowhunter14 Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 i used a single pin all the way up until last year... i loved it, could never use thw wrong pin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest splitg2 Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 I started with 3 pins and threw it away. less confusion with the adjustible 1 pin. The moment i get in the tree i set the pin for where the deer trail is or where they will most likely come through. If they dont come through at that distance i adjust the pin if i have time. If not, i compensate for how much higher or lower i have to aim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted August 14, 2008 Report Share Posted August 14, 2008 i haven't ever used a single pin sight. i know it'd help with visibility and if you want to set a range limit for yourself, i could see it working well. i actually use a 5-pin sight but at times it seems slightly cluttered. - Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest madabouthuntin Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 If your bow is fast enough, it will help if you use a 1 pin sight. Up until this year I had been using a 3 pin trophy ridge inline sight. I loved it! It made a huge difference in how much I was able to see, but this year I made a switch to the new Mathews DXT. Man What a Bow! I picked up a 1 pin sight for it. The only reason I did was knowing that my brother using a Mathews Switchback XT uses it. He set it at 25 yards and is only about 1/2" off at 30 yards. It does limit how far you can shoot in a moments notice, but as many has stated, you won't get confused at which pin to use when aiming! I have done this when target practicing before... not a good feeling. I would hate to have this happen with a deer in my sights. If I was to start shooting competition, then I would not use a 1 pin sight. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wi-Hunter Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 www.hhasports.com The #1 sight for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest madabouthuntin Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 I have seen this sight on Bass pro's web site. It's a HIGH Dollar Sight, but if it works the way it says it does, it may be worth looking at. Wi-Hunter... Have you used this sight yet? Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wi-Hunter Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 yeah, And i love it!! its worth the $ and its easy 2 set up... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathews4life Posted August 15, 2008 Report Share Posted August 15, 2008 i've used only one pin since the day i started bow hunting.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowJoe Posted August 16, 2008 Report Share Posted August 16, 2008 I recently started shooting a one pin sight with a slider bar. I don't have much time to shoot with being on the road but that will change this time out. I'm leaving out tomorrow but I'm taking with me my new bag target and my bow and set-up kit. One thing I noticed is that there is usually a ton of space that I can shoot if only I get there early enough and park in a back row. This may also help to deter the criminal type and the lot lizards. Not many people will approach a man holding a bow especially when he's drilling X's at 40 yds. I'm of course not doing that yet but I hope to be doing it soon. LOL I'm liking the sight so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dthbyhoyt Posted August 17, 2008 Report Share Posted August 17, 2008 HHA , awsome sights I have the OL-5500 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest titleist_03 Posted August 20, 2008 Report Share Posted August 20, 2008 HHA , awsome sights I have the OL-5500 Ditto! And doubt that I will ever switch to multiple pins again. Love that clear sight picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKYhunter Posted August 20, 2008 Report Share Posted August 20, 2008 I shoot the HHA XL 5519 on a switchback xt. Great sight. Try one, you won't be disappointed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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