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compound bow
In modern archery, a compound bow is a bow that uses a levering system, usually of cables and pulleys, to bend the limbs.In general, compound bows are widely used in target practice and hunting.
The pulley/cam system grants the user a mechanical advantage, and so the limbs of a compound bow are much stiffer than those of a recurve bow or longbow. This rigidity makes the compound bow more energy-efficient than other bows, as less energy is dissipated in limb movement. The higher-rigidity, higher-technology construction also improves accuracy by reducing the bow's sensitivity to changes in temperature and humidity.
The pulley/cam system also confers a benefit called "let-off." As the string is drawn back, the cams rotate. The cams are eccentric rather than round, and so their effective radius changes as they rotate. Each of a compound bow's two cams features two tracks: an inner track which connects to the opposite limb or opposite cam through cables, and an outer track through which the bowstring runs. As the bow is drawn, the ratio of bowstring pay-out and cable take-up relative to limb-weight and leverage of the cams changes. By manipulation of the shapes of these cam tracks, different draw-stroke profiles can be created. A compound bow can be soft-drawing with a slow build-up to peak weight and a gradual let-off with a long "valley" at the end. It can also be hard-drawing with a very fast build-up to peak draw-weight, a long plateau where weight is maintained, and a quick let-off with a short valley. The let-off itself is the result of the cam profiles having passed center and approaching a condition very similar to a cam-lock. In some compound bows, if the draw-stops or draw-length modules are removed, they will self-lock at full draw and require professional equipment to unlock safely. Many compound bows offer 70 - 85% let off once they pulled to full draw. This allows the shooter to relax and concentrate on the intended target at which they are shooting.
The compound bow was first developed in 1966 by Holless Wilbur Allen in Billings, Missouri, and a US patent was granted in 1969. The compound bow has become increasingly popular. In the United States, the compound is the dominant form of bow.
In literature of the early 20th century, before the invention of compound bows, composite bows were described as "compound". This usage is now outdated.
Pse x force pro compound bow
Right hand
28" (adjustable + or - 3/8 inch)
70 pound
Needs serving replaced string looks ok, otherwise in pretty good condition.
Recently picked this up from another member here as I had aspirations of getting into bow hunting but other things have transpired. So now it is just going to sit and I'd like to get it into the hands of someone who will actually use it. I don't know much about compound bows so I am not sure of...
Recently picked this up from another member here as I had aspirations of getting into bow hunting but have made other plans. So now it is just going to sit and I'd like to get it into the hands of someone who will actually use it. I don't know much about compound bows so I am not sure of the...
Nice compact unit in very good condition. Sights, whisker biscuit. Limb silencers. String silencers and a new soft case. If your smaller in stature or looking for lightweight compact brush bow or for wife. I'm a Big guy but liked the size for easy carry and stalk. These have a lot of...
Up for sale is this oldie but goodie: a vintage Whitetail Hunter compound bow from Bear Archery. 60lb draw; AMO length 44", draw length approx. 28", overall length 49". Works great, no cracks or delamination visible, and comes with an attached quiver, a caliper release, and fiber optic sights...
Selling my diamond bow, it’s set at 70lbs has a 28” draw. Comes with hard case, arrows, practice tips, broad heads, and new knocks. Asking $250 for everything, the bow is about 5 years old. String is still in good shape and has never been dry fired.
SOLD --I HAD 2 OF THESE THIS IS LAST ONE , COMPOUND BOW ALPINE SILVERADO, JIM SHOCKEY, NO GUFF, 63 LBS ADJUSTABLE, COMES WITH 3 TARGET ARROWS, WRIST TRIGGER, MANUAL,HAS SIGHTS, BALANCER, GREAT CONDITION, SOLD $100.00
I have a 70lb 28inch draw Mathews Z7 xtreme for sale. I don't have time to get good enough with a compound bow, I'll stick to rifles.... I'm asking $400 but open to offers.
Would like to sell as a complete package, will consider separating.
Mathews Z7 compound bow
Left hand
60-70 pound limbs
28" draw length
Spot hogg 5 pin sight with fiber optic wrap
Mathews drop away rest
Limbsaver s coil stabilizer
G5 peep, string loop and wrist strap
Arrows not included
Used Bowtech Diamond left-handed Bow. Comes with arrows, quiver, sight and release. All you need to start using it is a rest.
Bow could use new strings for next season but still very usable for the time being.
Currently the bow is at its max draw weight of around 68 lbs and draw length is...
Please Note: $140 for Bare Bow or $220 for Setup as shown in the Photo's
Sold Pending Funds
70lb L.H. Bear Encounter Compound Bow
All set up and ready to shoot
It is set at 29" draw but the module can be re-positioned for longer or shorter draw
Comes as you see in the photo and includes a...
Nice Bear compound bow with a 60lb draw. Comes with a trophy ridge quiver, x6 black out x5 envy 400 arrow with target tips , finger release buckle and a hard case. Text or call 360-831-2575 my name is Kyle
I have this compound bow I don’t know much about. Was given to me by a family member, however I won’t be using it. Research shows it’s an older bow, but it’s pretty much hunt-ready.
I’m looking for a salmon rod and reel for trolling. Preferably left handed with a line counter. I’m valuing this...
Xpedition Archery MX-16
29.5 DL 70 LB Draw
Less than 100 arrows through it
Comes with:
AAE Western Hunter Stabilizer Set
Hamskea Primer Arrow Rest
Love the bow just don't have the time anymore for archery.
Message me with any questions