Cobber Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 Well, I'm 22 years old and I have been bowhunting since I was about 16.. My dad is 49 and he has been mentioning getting into the bow scene himself so I'm trying to help a bit. He doesn't want to spend too much on a bow, but he really just wants to get out and experience it (and be able to have a lot more time in the tree)I found for sale a Hoyt Spectra Eclipse (with overdraw- whats that?)Also- it comes with hard case & quiver.Cost : $100.Seems like a little 'too good to be true' but I really don't know anything about the bow- is it a junker?Any other suggestions for a cheap(er) bow for the pops?Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deitz Dittrich Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Hoyt has always made great bows in my opinion. However, the Spectra Eclipse has not been made in eons.. Its not a fast bow, but if it fits your father it can get the job done. The fit is most important. An overdraw is/WAS something they put on bows to make the arrows shorter/thus lighter. However, they hugely compromise accuracy. I suggest you take it off, however, then you will need all new arrows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepete Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Vintage 1992 or so. My buddy had one when I was shooting an XI Legend mag (now defunct). I wouldn't pay more than $20. $100 would be better spend on c-list or at Cabelas bargain cave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koonie Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Well, I'm 22 years old and I have been bowhunting since I was about 16.. My dad is 49 and he has been mentioning getting into the bow scene himself so I'm trying to help a bit. He doesn't want to spend too much on a bow, but he really just wants to get out and experience it (and be able to have a lot more time in the tree)I found for sale a Hoyt Spectra Eclipse (with overdraw- whats that?)Also- it comes with hard case & quiver.Cost : $100.Seems like a little 'too good to be true' but I really don't know anything about the bow- is it a junker?Any other suggestions for a cheap(er) bow for the pops?Thanks!! Define cheap(er). Stop in at DJs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnorm1984 Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Cobber, nice to see another Montevidian on the forums! But I tell ya, for your old man to get set up I would try to spend a little more, and get a little bit newer bow for him, It will make shooting and practicing much more enjoyable...What I would do if hes gona buy a used one is map out a handfull of archery shops on a map, make some calls to see what they have as far as used equipment, and go for a drive...Great bonding time as well!-- Good luck, and dont settle for first one ya find! My 2 cents..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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