I’m going Easton. Only arrow manufactured in the USA.

 

Easton all the way for me for the last several years. Tolerances are better than anyone needs. Made in the USA.

 

Not these 2 particular arrows but I have tried both brands and my vote goes to the Victory arrow shaft. I have tried the Easton Axis arrow and accuracy wasn't that impressive to me. I have strictly shoot Victory arrows the last 5 years and never look for any other brand arrows as I love their VAP TKO arrows and weave.

 

Easton fan here.

 

I just changed an order for HLRs to the new Easton 5.0. I like the US made and have had great experience with their consistency and accuracy over the last few years with Eastons

 

Been rockin axis 4mm for two seasons, going to try the hlr to see how they fly.

 

I've been a diehard Axis guy since they came out with them. I switched last year to the Sonic's to gain a little range and smaller pin gaps over the Axis.

The odds are fairly high that I will have the 5.0's in my quiver for the '25 hunting season.

 

If the durability holds up on these lower GPI arrows, I think they're a sweet spot for lots of us.

 

In my experience with Easton and Victory (mainly standard diameter Easton 6.5 and Victory V-force and VF-TKO) the woven TKO arrows are more durable and the Victory shafts are easier to pull from targets due to their "ICE" coating. Overall I've preferred Victory over other brands I've tried because they are tough and fly well.

 

The reason I didn't like the Axis or anything made with that layup is the amount of resin and the white filler that's used in those shafts. The memory and hoop strength are just not good compared to other offerings. If the 5.0 is construed differently id love to know.

I always hated the Axis build method and I've always hated HIT. Now that the 5.0 is out and may be different and the new outserts from Easton are pretty solid I would take a look at them.

 

The reason I didn't like the Axis or anything made with that layup is the amount of resin and the white filler that's used in those shafts. The memory and hoop strength are just not good compared to other offerings. If the 5.0 is construed differently id love to know.

AFAIK it does not have the aramid fibers like the Axis does. Those were also removed from the 4mm Axis when they dropped the Injexion. Many thought that was a re-lable, but they changed the layup on that arrow. I think the 5mm Axis is the only one with the aramid fibers still present. In terms of resin ratios, I have no clue.

 

The thing I consider above all else on these kinds of comparisons is consistency of spine around shaft. Victory says that is improved in the HLR, what I want to know is if it has improved to Easton accu-carbon levels.

That saves so much time in arrow builds, not having to do extensive nock tuning to get them to hit together. It’s the reason I’ll currently only shoot Easton accu carbon arrows, I don’t want another time consuming task in my build and setup process. I’ve shot other brands and the nock tuning step can eat a lot of time I would rather spend practicing.

Of course the 5.0 hints started leaking after I bought two dozen sonic shafts for next year…

I’m keeping an eye on these victory shafts too for the future, I’d like to have more options that don’t need nock tuning.

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The thing I consider above all else on these kinds of comparisons is consistency of spine around shaft. Victory says that is improved in the HLR, what I want to know is if it has improved to Easton accu-carbon levels.

That saves so much time in arrow builds, not having to do extensive nock tuning to get them to hit together. It’s the reason I’ll currently only shoot Easton accu carbon arrows, I don’t want another time consuming task in my build and setup process. I’ve shot other brands and the nock tuning step can eat a lot of time I would rather spend practicing.

Of course the 5.0 hints started leaking after I bought two dozen sonic shafts for next year…

I’m keeping an eye on these victory shafts too for the future, I’d like to have more options that don’t need nock tuning.

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I have a spine and arrow concentricity tester I will put my dozen through as soon as I get them. I can say that my last dozen 5mm FMJ's were consistent concentrical with the spine, I didn't have to toss any of them. With the new batch of low GPI arrows, my biggest concern is durability; that's one of the reasons I chose the 5.0 over the HLR (slightly thicker walls).

 

I would like to see the actual proof Easton’s are made in USA.

 

Easton Archery - Arrow Factory Tour - Arrows Made In USA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkuPXg1vsSE Arrows Made In USA. Easton's roots go back to 1922 as a family company making handcrafted archery equipment.

eastonarchery.com

 

I'm in the same boat and can’t decide between the two.

From my experience, when I first started experimenting with higher-end arrows, all roads seemed to lead to Easton Axis 5mm. I picked up a dozen 300s, but honestly, I wasn’t impressed with the durability. I had been using basic off-the-shelf VForce arrows before switching, and the Axis arrows didn’t hold up the way I’d hoped. Thinking I might have gotten a bad batch, I bought another dozen, but the results were the same.

That’s when I switched to Victory RIP TKOs, and I haven’t looked back when it comes to 5mm arrows.

I had a similar experience with Easton FMJs, so I decided to try Victory RIP SSs, and they left a much better impression on me.

Now, with a new bow build this year and two new options on the market, I’m feeling tempted to tinker with arrows again. I’m leaning toward the Easton 5.0s because I like the components, the new nock design, and the overall price for the match-grades. I’m just waiting to see what becomes available at the local shops before making my decision. Or for someone else to review em both hopefully before they come out!

 

I'll let you know how I make out. Going to get some 125g points to test vs 100g.

 

I been using Easton for few decades, I tried almost ,most brands, but always I get to the point, that eastern arrows are the most consistent,and easier to tune ,they always have more spine selection.

 

From my experience the victory carbon weave is more durable compared to Easton/BE offerings. In recent years I’ve shot pro comps, hexx, axis, FMJ, rampage, outlaws, x-impact, RIP TKO, RIP SS, RIP, and RIP XV for hunting arrows. The component on the new HLR is similar to the standard RIP steel component which has been very durable for me and the people I’ve built them for. I won’t be using hits and TI collars on any more builds as the cost is not worth it to me.

 

I plan on buy both, set them up and shoot the heck out of them. When they are available that is. Seem to be not available every time I look.

 

Currently shooting Easton 6.0 Sonics. Would like to try the Victory’s HLR, but I am for sure an Easton fan. USA made all the way.

 

HLR. Victory's carbon weave has been more durable for me. They're also easier to pull from targets.

 

Easton

 

Does anyone know if the new HLR SS halfouts cover the shaft at all?

Also where can I buy some dang 5.0 300 shafts??!

 

I just got some HLRs and they cover a 1/16 of the shaft. ended up using hit inserts and a collar.

 

They cover less than 1/8” of the shaft on the HLRs

 

I’m gonna try both I think I have a long draw and struggle to find light enough GPI.

 

If you are a long draw (31+ Inches), the HLR will be too short for you. They only go to 31”, and that includes the half out in that 31”. My old bow was a 32” draw, which was way to short for me to begin with, and the half out rubbed across the rest when I drew back, tearing up the rest padding after 100 shots. I went to a Mathew’s Atlas and the arrows were unusable with my 33+ inch draw length. If you are using a long draw setup, you will need to step up to Easton arrows, some of which you can get 33” uncut.

 

I'm gonna try me some of the HLRs. I have has great experience with VF TKOs and RIP TKOs

I won't buy Easton anymore, they lost me years ago 😝

 

HLRs I might try .. specs are very close to my Airestikes ,

 

try the tried and true CX Photons, same specs but more durable , no collar needed

 

I have CX Photons and they are the most brittle arrow I've ever tested. My 3DHVs are way tougher and lighter.

I have the 5.0 and they have held up really well so far. I only broke one and it was from me knocking the arrow weight for my spine tester over into the shaft. I shot one into a frozen log the other day and it was totally fine. I lost my point and halfout but the arrow itself was still perfect.

I will be getting the HLRs when my dealer gets them in. I have a feeling they will be even better than the 5.0s which so far seem really good other than some spine and weight inconsistencies I had in the dozen I recieved.