With my TRUGLO Multi-Reticle Crossbow Scope, the scope reticles will conform to 10-yard increments if the center cross-hair is set for 20 yards. The center cross-hair is adjustable for any distance you wish.

Specialized crossbow scopes are low power pieces that contain a number of reticles for varying distances. Tip: A crossbows recoil is opposite to that of rifles, it's not recommended to place a rifle scope onto a crossbow. With effective shooting distances under 30 yards with any bow, the need of a scope on a crossbow is often debated. Modern crossbows can have crossbow scopes attached, while compounds rely on multiple adjusting pins. The Ease of Aiming a Crossbow Bear X Speed Crossbow Scope The TrueX nocks ensure consistently accurate flight, while the 4' vanes stabilize the bolts quickly. Tip: The Bear X TrueX Crossbow Bolts boost the performance out of your Bear X crossbows less than 12'W when cocked. Sound familiar? The steps are much like a rifle. And when my quarry does come into shooting range, all I have to do is slide the safety off, aim and pull the trigger. The arrow or bolt is laid securely into position. You get set up in your hunting position the crossbow string is drawn back, sometimes with the use of a cocking device and it's locked into ready position with a safety catch. Unlike a compound bow, a crossbow is preloaded before the potential shot ever transpires. Eliminates Shot Setup, Crossbows are Preloaded If you're finding the same thing to be true, then you might want to consider the switch, as well. But I began to realize that, at least for me, I needed to spend more time than I had with a compound bow. The more you use any weapon on the range, the more you will become comfortable with it, hence more proficient. Like a rifle shooter knows, you must know your weapon's dynamics, controls, safety and limitations. Practice Less With a Crossbow (Sort of)Įven though a crossbow doesn't have as many intricacies as a compound bow, I still have to practice it. The Bear X Constrictor CDX Crossbow Package includes : crossbow, 3 Bear X TrueX bolts, top-mount 5-bolt quiver, illuminated scope, sling, cocking rope, and rail lube/string wax. The X Constrictor has an adjustable cheek pad and 3' of trigger-pull adjustment mean you'll find the precise fit you want, while the anti-dry-fire trigger adds an element of safety. This Crossbow Package boasts a compact design that lets you easily maneuver in tight spaces to get the perfect shot! Measuring just 14' uncocked. Tip: the Bear X Constrictor CDX Crossbow is perfect for hunting out of a treestand or a ground blind. And, though I hate to admit it, perhaps my old body just can't handle the strengths required to pull a compound anymore. Bear X Constrictor CDX Crossbow PackageĪ crossbow is more like shooting a rifle, which I'm more comfortable with, in that it's already locked and loaded - only leaving me little to do other than aim and pull the trigger. It still gives me a different hunting experience, but comes to me more naturally than a bow. That's why I eventually decided to put down the compound bow and pick up a crossbow. I admit I don't have as much time to practice with the compound bow. Perhaps I didn't have enough practice? Likely so. Sitting with my compound bow in a treestand, a pair of fine bucks appear in front of me.

Compact hunting crossbow