[sbninja]

Hi all, I think I have decided on my first recurve takedown I will not hunt with it, just target. Pse Buckeye, 30#.

As far as a rest, maybe the NAP center rest, or the NAP center rest flipper,

What is the difference between the two and why?

I would also like a sight, something like the AIM starter sight, but it only has 1 pin. I see most target sights like this have only 1 pin. I would like to shoot 20,30,40 yds, at a local range. Can you add pins? Or does it make sens to get something like a 3 pins sight with a ring gaurd?

 

[Viper1]

sb -

Not a bad choice and the price is right. It's an entry level bow, but will certianly get you started.

Questions:

The NAP Centershot just has a ledge the arrow rests on, the CS Flipper has a spring loaded arm that moves out of the way as the arrow is launched. If the bow is perfectly tuned, you won't see any difference. If the bow is less than perfectly tuned or you have slight form errors, the flipper will be a little more forgiving.

You're right - target archers use sights with only one pin. There's no need for multiple pins (they usually just get in the way) and you make the slide bar for different distances. The "bigger" sights with "ring guards" etc are usually used for compounds and given the light mass weight of the Buckeye, they might add too much weight in the wrong places. When working with new shooters, I strongly suggest they remove the extra sight pins. Stick with the one you mentioned.

Depending on your draw length, you're probably looking at 1716s for your first arrows. A #30 Buckeye will reach 40 yds, but the arc won't be pretty. Get solid at 10 and 20 first, and take it from there.

Viper1 out.

 

[sbninja]

Thanks for the info viper1.

I was leaning toward the Ragim impala, at first. Then I held one a t a pro shop, and didnt' really like the "thickness of the handle - I guess it's beefy so it can handle the higher poundage limbs available.

Anyway I like the "feel" of the buckey better.

For arrows, I am thinking about the GT traditional in 3355. Also, for a nock point, is a regular brass nock fine, I was thinking of just making my own out of some serving.

 

[Viper1]

Sb -

I think the GT 3555 will be too stiff for a #30 Buckeye. Never saw anyone using them with that bow, but my gut tells me no.

The metal crimp-ons are fine, but the do it yourself tie-ons are actually better. For you're first pass, just use a wrap or two of masking tape, as you going to be adjusting it till it's right. Speaking of strings, that bow comes with a 16 strand Dacron string - way too heavy. It's OK to start with, but I'd switch to a 12 strand Dacron, asap. The arrow nocks will fit better too!

Viper1 out.

 

[sbninja]

I've also noticed that the PSE Buckeye is 62" long

The Internature Bullseye, comes in different length , in relation to age groups - and their 66" in recommended for adults. Should I be concerned with this? Or is the 62" buckeye fine?

 

[Viper1]

sb -

Depends more on draw lenght the age (kids typically have shorter arms,than most adults). The buckeyes don't have the greatesr limbs and will show some stacking. For a shooter with a longer draw (over 29/30") I'd suggust the 66" version (if you can find one). Most folks with 29" draws or less will be fine with 62" as a first bow.

Viper1 out.