I really enjoy shooting with the new Onnex Hinge, the HM version is the way to go! I can switch between this and the Perfex Thumb which is what I wanted. couldn't do that with the UV2 Hinge I had. the UV2 is also comfy but the neck was way too long for me.
I do like the "Draw control system" (which can be removed) and the trainer lock pin helped get things dialed in safely.

downside: no word on when we will get the clicker. I requested mine a while ago but by now I'm used to no clicker.

 

At the ASA in London the Stan rep told me they'd be shipping clicks out at the end of June. I guess that hasn't happened lol. No idea why they'd release an incomplete product

 

I noticed there isn't all that much said about the Stan Onnex hinge. I'm staying with my Stan MoreX hinges.

 

I think that is because Stans ramp up for production has been so lousy. Why roll a product out and have zero inventory.

 

I just got an Onnex hinge. Will be able to do a fair comparison to the UV2, which I really like, in a week or two

 

Ok, that'd be awesome!

 

I was told the same thing at London. I think I bought the last HM large from Lancaster. I've only shot it ten or twelve times, but it breaks really consistent. I quickly have come to the conclusion that with safety being used when you draw, you don't really need a clicker. But, at that price, it should be ready to go, instead of, "e-mail us for the clicker when it's available"...

 

I own four UV H2’s and owned a Stan OnneX H for less than 12 hours. There is no comparison. A hinge with a safety defeats 99% of learning how to properly shoot a hinge. If you think a safety on a hinge is 100% fool proof. Think again. Set it hot and find out. I have and it’s not fun. Plus by locking the head of a hinge with a safety is just so inconsistent on getting the feel for a hinge. It just makes zero sense to me. I would never put a hinge with a safety in the hand of a new archer….it’s literally backwards for how to teach them what makes the release operate. I took about 6 total shots with this OnneX hinge and put it right back in the box. It felt and operated way more like a resistance than it did a hinge. The safety stops so much of the natural beginning rotation of the head and sear. Learn how to properly grip and draw a hinge from day one and you will be way better off.

 

What is "HM"

 

Heavy Metal

 

Onnex Part 2 (covers the hinge)

UV Hinge 2.0

 

Since the stan hinge has been out for a while now, but very few ppl have been able to get their hands on it - any feedback or comparison?

I could not find anything on YouTube.

I prefer the Stan Onnex Hinge over the UV2.0. the UV2.0 does not work well with the hand position I use to draw due to the geometry of the head and how much rotation is needed to get it to release. Other people's mileage may vary, but I can't set it hot enough for it to work for me, and I'm not willing to adjust my technique to adapt to it (since I use a bunch of different hinges without any issue). I do not have that problem with the Onnex Hinge, but I'm still waiting for my click hooks, so I can't give it a thorough evaluation of how accurate I can be with it.

 

I prefer the Stan Onnex Hinge over the UV2.0. the UV2.0 does not work well with the hand position I use to draw due to the geometry of the head and how much rotation is needed to get it to release. Other people's mileage may vary, but I can't set it hot enough for it to work for me, and I'm not willing to adjust my technique to adapt to it (since I use a bunch of different hinges without any issue). I do not have that problem with the Onnex Hinge, but I'm still waiting for my click hooks, so I can't give it a thorough evaluation of how accurate I can be with it.

Accuracy is in the shooter....I don't know many thumb releases and hinges I've tried and owned, and I've placed and won every one of them...The only thing is some just felt better in hand.

 

I just got mine and I think it's a winner. I don't use the draw control. Compared to my morex hinge the handle is thicker and more comfortable with a nice clean break. The thumb peg system is robust (it was crappy on the morex) and super adjustable and way better in that regard to my HBC and UV H2. The design is a little thicker between the index and middle fingers so it's important not to order one in a size not to big. I shot a large morex, and mediums with the HBC and UVH2 and the medium Onnex works for me. If you get it to big, the finger spread will be to much. Sized correctly, it makes for a nice anchor and still allows your hand to stretch out and be relaxed. With the excellent thumb peg adjustment I can get a perfect grip and it will stay that way thru the draw and anchor and that makes shooting more consistent.

 

Many have the opinion that the neck length of the UV hinges is “long”. I agree. The neck is a 1/4” longer than a Stan Perfex and Onnex. The Onnex hinge has a safety, but can be shot without the safety installed. I owned a UV 2 for all of about a week. I put many shots on it, and ended up sending it back. I couldn’t get used to it’s longer length. I liked the ability to adjust the click sear separately from the sear, though.

As of last week, Stan is expecting click sears in by the end of this coming week. They haven’t been satisfied with what they’ve received from manufacturing so far, and want them to be perfect. I can appreciate that. I probably have around 1000 shots on my primary Onnex hinge. I have it adjusted well, and have no issues without having a click. As far as the safety goes, I use mine. I have complete confidence in it. It’s especially nice to have when letting down.

I have shot the Perfex thumb for several years. I have the same POI with the Onnex. I did not have the same POI with the UV2, and the B3 hinges I have, also have a different POI. Not that it is a bad thing, it’s simply a matter of how they affect my hold at anchor. In terms of accuracy, if my shot is properly executed, there is no difference in accuracy.

Comparing the UV to the Onnex hand feel, my preference leans towards the Onnex. It has a substantial feel rather than a delicate feel. For me, that results in more consistent finger positioning, and I can use all the help I can get with repeatability and consistency. The UV does have a good hand-feel though, but I had challenges with repeatable finger positioning.

What I really appreciate with the Stan releases is the adjustability of them to find the perfect fit for my hand- the Perfex more than the Onnex. It is my opinion that the long neck Perfex is the finest thumb / resistance release ever made.


Semper Fi,
Mike

 

I had a UV2 for 10 days and sold it on ebay. It was too unpredictable no matter how I adjusted it. Could have been user error or it had other issues but after hearing Kifaru podcast release review regarding Stan customer service I have no plans on buying the Onnex.

 

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I love my Stan T & R LN releases in size XL. Will never sell them.