fljgilner Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I have the crimson talon xt broad heads. Yesterday was opening day for bowseason. I had shot a doe at 20 yards. I hit her about an inch behind the shoulder or on the shoulder, quartering away. Maybe on a 25 degree angle. The arrow did not go through and stayed in her. She bucked and stumbled to her belly and ran off. I gave it my all to find her but could not. Does anyone else use these broadheads? I am not impressed with these right now and wondering if i should get a new type? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PotashRLS Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 They look like an awesomely mean head but the blades seem light and could have curled over. Very sorry to hear of your misfortune. Happy to have you on the forums though!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceArcher Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Not sure if you read this post that I put up a few weeks ago. http://www.realtree.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90221 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fljgilner Posted September 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Thanks. You recomend any different types of broadhead? Or should i sharpen them more and give it another shot? Either way i will need a new broadhead most likely. I am very disappointed in the hype of the crimson talon broadhead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom2008 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 G5 Strikers. Tough as nails and super sharp! Go get em bud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earnhardts12000 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 nap crossfires Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backwoods07 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Muzzy. No ifs, ands, or buts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stcif Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I know I have been preaching this alot lately but I am curious to know your arrow/broadhead combo weight and your arrow speed. Without knowing too much I am guessing it is more of a penetration issue than broadhead quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8ptbuckpa Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I know I have been preaching this alot lately but I am curious to know your arrow/broadhead combo weight and your arrow speed. Without knowing too much I am guessing it is more of a penetration issue than broadhead quality. I was thinking the same thing, i had these broadheads and the only reason i stopped using them was of not really being able to practice with them but boy did they leave a nice cut :death: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missed160 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Are you shooting 100 gr or 125gr? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muzzy1 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 Muzzy 100===dead deer!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bowhunter56 Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 G5 Strikers. Tough as nails and super sharp! Go get em bud. That's what I use.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkansas Boy Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 i made a very similar post on this forum trying to keep someone (the cat, i believe) from getting these broadheads. I shot one last year and it wasn't a great shot but got about 2 inches of penetration, destroyed broadhead, and no deer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MUDRUNNER Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 If your not confident in your equipment then I would switch. I've killed 4 or 5 deer with the Crimson Talons without any issues, and all have been pass throughs. In fact, all the deer have died within 50 or 60 yards from where they were shot at. If I was to switch though I think I would use the G5 Stryker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNcrittergittr Posted September 28, 2009 Report Share Posted September 28, 2009 I'm a Muzzy guy, I have nothing but great things to say about them. I prefer the 4 blades. This year I found a new favorite with the Muzzy mx-4's! Good luck out there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fljgilner Posted September 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 i have 500 grain st axis arrows. i shoot a reflex excursion. it shoots about 293 fps. the broadheads are 100 grain. i really dont think its the setup? i jus think the broadheads are junk. the are not very dense compared to other brands. i actually jus got new broadheads for a bday present. they are the nap bloodrunners. anyone heard about them? i was looking at all different kinds and these caught my attention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 If you just want to try another fixed blade, you'll get my vote for a muzzy, but as was mentioned lots of guys out there (G5, Magnus, slick trick, etc) making tried and true heads that have been getting the job done. Just remember, no matter which one you shoot, there's always one that will make you doubt it, sounds like you just had the bad mojo on the first one, but personally, I've never liked the looks of crimson talon, but that's just a first impression, based on appearance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JKAPP01 Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 tough subject....i think it's over played........ back to the basics man. things are becoming so complex.... i wish i could take a step back. look at what native americans use to kill animals with....stick and string and a stone head..... i am in the fitness industry and i tell all my clients, think of the basic old days. greek and roman warriors....there was NOT any fancy nancy equipment and non sense back then. just in the trenches hard core working men and women. sorry to hear about the loss. it's happened to EVERYONE with EVERY type of broadhead. it might be a symptom of the problem but surely not the source pal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fly Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Not a big fan of most expandables except a couple.I think the rage 2 blade and Rocky Mountain Gator XP's are great broad heads that fly like field tips. I use the XP's and have had great success with them. Last year I hit a doe high in the shoulder blade. It went through the body and the tip was sticking out the other side. The deer went about 100 yards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stcif Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 http://www.tradgang.com/ashby/Broadhead%20Performance.htm Old article, but worth the read. I like the post about going back to the basics. Seems like every company is out trying to outdo others. I guess that's how we improve things, sometimes. Basically what Ed Ashby's tests prove is a two blade, tanto tipped broadhead works best. Single bevel to match the helical. Single bevel can turn a 12 hour gut shot death into a 6 hour due to rotation that doesn't happen with double bevel broadheads. I'm trying them this year and hope to report back with a success story. I lost an 8 pointer last year. Horrible feeling. Hope things get better for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dawgitall Posted September 29, 2009 Report Share Posted September 29, 2009 Wow. Looks like it could be the deer. Anything can happen. I think I would take her out with my .308 so her genetics aren't passed on. If you don't, you may never find a deer bow shot in that area!:clown: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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