Changing BROADHEADS for 2021? | My TOP 3 brands for BOTH mechanical and fixed blade!

[@OutdoorsAllie]

Might have to try those single piece Slick Tricks!

[@brandonb6274]

Definitely agree. Grim Reaper mechanicals have never failed me. They shoot true and are very dependable broad heads. I won’t use anything else, mechanical wise!

[@dywildatheart]

I just love the content. I appreciate all that you do, as a new archer I have learned so much. I am using mechanicals because that’s what I have. But I’m open to change as I wade through all this. Keep up the videos and I will keep watching. I wanted to mention last Saturday I miss a doe on opening day here in NC, only because I set off the thumb release early as I was setting the pin on her. Dumb, dumb, dumb. Even though I missed everything else came together. Thanks again.

[@bennypapino3670]

Switch to fixed as soon as you can. Mechanicals just introduce extra variables that could go wrong. Definitely look into thunderheads. Solid heads and affordable.

[@gladegoodrich2297]

Does it really matter what broadhead or bow you use? What's more important is shot placement.

[@reclaimedoutdoors1321]

We use the Tooth of an Arrow Broadheads!! Absolutely love them! Need to check them out very accurate

[@bkbowhunter1]

Wow you’re going to catch heat for not putting the all mighty RAGE #1 😂😂😂 you turned me on to Magnus. I can kick my self for not going to them years ago “ sorry uncle ted”😂 definitely wicked sharp and accurate 👍

[@mikelaba8985]

Haaahhahaha

[@jons7e]

I would check out the SEVR 1.5 mechanical for deep penetration. With that rotating blade, it's probably the best design to counteract some of the common cons of using them over fixed. Plus I think the practice mode is an interesting feature. Plus, they are reasonably priced. I'd like to see a review on them.

[@KTPGNS1]

Best blades out there!

[@hunthealthy1018]

SEVR 1.5 head is my goto mechanical. Made in the same state as Grim Reaper. It's a 2 blade head and I'd say get you some and give them a try.

[@f.e.oeeorch581]

Bro I got the 2.0s but they don’t send them to stores for resale

[@hunthealthy1018]

@@f.e.oeeorch581 I know and I'm glad, that's why they can sell them individually and cheaper for a titanium head. Can't beat $12.99/head for titanium!

[@MM-my7ii]

Started shooting shwacker "levi morgan series " have yet to have a deer go more than 60 yards. Most around 40. The fact that the blades lock closed gives the ability to practice with exact arrow and braodhead that you will be hunting with. Big PLUS in my opinion

[@wadebailey5947]

Another vote for shwacker !

[@davidayres9865]

I shoot compound and crossbow. Have been using Grimm Reapers since I started hunting. Love them! Have 9 deer taken with them. Thinking about trying the new Muzzy One heads this year, to have a fixed head to hunt with, just because I have never used fixed heads before.

[@surffishermanandcrossbowki9457]

You are such a likable guy! Your Father-in- Law is a lucky man. Good guys are damn hard to find nowadays and his daughter got a good one.

[@guitjolin]

NAP thunderheads, magnus, slick trick. In no particular order, but I've always come back to NAP. Just got the new 170 grain magnum thunderheads in the mail!

[@akduckfever]

Thanks for the info I was actually thinking about using fixed blades, at least I got it down to 3 now to choose from

[@akduckfever]

P.s. angry comments

[@Alaskabuilt_]

I’m a Alaskan too. I use slick trick on everything up here. Never had any issues

[@funkyforager3897]

Fixed blades and tuning that edge will never let you down

[@jerrycox5700]

Great video brother I love Grimm Reaper broadheads had great success with the razertip 1 inch 3/4 last year going to shoot the Whitetail special 2 inch cut this year good luck this year

[@TLRChad]

I've been shooting Iron Will broad heads for 3 years now. Awesome? Yes. Expensive? Yes. I do like how they fly and more importantly how they cut. Not sure if I'll be switching anytime soon. If I do though I've found the slick tricks to be rather intriguing.

[@davidvalentine9392]

Try the Wasp Drones. Made in USA!!! Accurate, durable, affordable and hit like Thor's hammer!!!

[@averagejackarchery]

Oh I've had Wasp too! Plant in CT and HQ in PA. Great broadheads from a great company.

[@craufurdgoodwin3835]

I’m all about fixed blades and the absolute necessity in tuned bows that goes along with, but I also always have a bow tuned with Spitfires to be relied on for windy days. Every deer shot with’m has opened on and cut the hair off the hide before producing a wound channel. Nuff said.

[@pholton3300]

I shot grim reaper 10 year ago and twice 1 of the blades didn't deploy. Then shot and liked nap killzone. Been back to fixed blade for the past few years.

[@mtakes58]

Big fan of the Grim Reaper Fatal Steel 1 1/4 cut!

[@wadzilla3711]

This will be my 3rd year with grim reapers part#1803 1-3/8 cut. Shot wasp, and montec for a while killed with all. For me the flight accuracy of the grim reaper works. Only had one non pass through (imbedded in opposite shoulder). Tried to shoot G5 M3’s this past weekend. Four hours later they went in the drawer of waisted $$. Out of 6 could only bring one to within 3” of field point. Put bow tune back (I record all adjustments) reapers hit 1” from field points.

[@chasewaybright8766]

The new slick trick to me looks a lot like a tooth of the arrow broadhead. I agree with all your picks those would’ve been my exact picks to however I probably would’ve picked one of the G5 mechanicals over the steel head just for the simple fact is the dull blades those used to have.

[@cdp50359]

You absolutely nailed it bro!

[@ThumbsMcThumb]

That slick trick one piece looks like a 3-blade Tooth of the Arrow.

[@carminemonaco5712]

I love tooth of the arrow heads

[@Slickheadhunter]

Have you used the sevrs yet?

[@erikleirmo9147]

Bought a new bow today Matthews V3X best fixed blade to buy shooting 43 lbs due to shoulder problems?

[@averagejackarchery]

Any of the one's I listed there would.be excellent choices.

[@erikleirmo9147]

Thanks for your response

[@tylerplatts4151]

Evo x center punch by 10 point has been excellent for me

[@rootjr.3658]

Have no fear, hiding behind a bush is too much work for a crossbow hunter!

[@averagejackarchery]

LOLOLOL

[@Alaskabuilt_]

😆

[@jer6162]

I use to shoot traditional but after 20 years of hauling steel in and out of Chicago my shoulders are full of arthritis. So unless you make your own bows and arrows you need to get off your pedistall. I shoot crossbows now because of injuries.

[@jowho9992]

@@jer6162 Unless there is a certifiable medical reason it is just a sign of laziness. 👍

[@jer6162]

@@jowho9992 I also have a friend who is an over the road truck driver. Maybe home once every 4-6 weeks. For a couple days. Do you think he should have to shoot a compound he can only maybe get a a few times to practice a year. To me if don't have time to practice then it's best for you and animal to shoot with more accuracy less chance of wounding. Traditional archers say the same about compound bow hunters to lazy to make own bows and arrows. Again watch how you judge others when others can judge you the same.

[@johnarnold2278]

What is best mechanical for 470 fps crossbow that doesn't use bands

[@averagejackarchery]

The broadheads that I'm aware that don't use bands are made by Grim Reaper and NAP. At least the ones of quality that I've tested.

[@johnarnold2278]

Maybe I'll try grim reaper if i can't get solid broadband to fly accurately . Hope at that speed they won't open up. Trying the slick trick 150 x bow broadband first. Should be delivered today.

[@OutdoorShellback]

Don't think my dad has shot anything other than G5 Montec for well over the last 10 years. I however am a fan of Magnus for fixed blades and Grim Reaper for mechs, but this year I'm giving Ozcut a run for the fixed blade head in my quiver due to a non-vented one piece construction, but also keeping a strong eye on the Grim Reaper 4 blade Hades for a "backup" incase Ozcut doesn't do it for me. Love the tips on Grim Reaper heads.

[@art6555]

Definitely a Magnus fan here!! Mike Sohm is awesome to talk to.

[@brandonpatterson5705]

What peep sight size do you use with your EZV? I have one just my peep is to larges.

[@averagejackarchery]

With my 31" draw I use a 3/16" peep. Fits great for my eyeballs.

[@leeking3184]

What do you think about the Sevr 1.5 I’ve never tried a mechanical but was thinking about trying this one out on mule deer

[@budbrown9504]

What’s the story on rage. Guess I been out for to long.

[@mikewhitehead677]

What's your take on SEVR?

[@mikeharryhunt1709]

Beefed up rage

[@averagejackarchery]

Not my style of mechanical. I never out any stock into two blade mechanicals regardless who makes them.

[@clearwateroutfitters]

Curious to know why you prefer G5 over QAD. I’ve tested both quite a bit, found QAD is more durable, makes a bigger hole and tends to fly better and quieter.

[@averagejackarchery]

G5 just offers more head options that QAD. That's the only reason why I picked the brand. QAD and the Exodus is a superb head

[@clearwateroutfitters]

@@averagejackarchery makes sense, thanks for the reply

[@scottymoore9121]

I have Original Montec , Deadmeat, and Afflictor hybrids. They all shoot accurate and do the job well. The Montec will not feel as sharp because of the angle they are ground. But I still put it on the stone for a few strokes. The Deadmeat and Afflictors are sharp. And they are all made in the USA. Afflictor also has some fixed that I’m curious about. But just can’t let my Montecs go! Not yet anyway.

[@waynehumphrey8910]

If you are going to miss forward fixed blade if you are going to miss back mechanical try not to miss at all you can use a Field point

[@stephenferguson6363]

I'm right handed but lost my right eye in a accident so have to use my left side so using a cross bow is much easier than using a compound or recurve/longbow ect. I am how ever Making a serious attempt at trying g to use a compound...

[@brandonyoung7760]

Are you saying mechanicals are better for crossbows compared to compound?

[@averagejackarchery]

I personally push mechanicals for crossbow shooters, yes.

[@brandonyoung7760]

@@averagejackarchery I just got the sever 2.0 150gr for crossbows so hopefully they work out good for me. I've tried fixed and they fly all over. Idk if it's because it's shooting at 385fps at 475gr total weight or what but I literally have to go to 1" or less with fixed heads. Thanks for the reply

[@zeefranx4509]

Great video. Still rocking the impulse 🤟🏼 awesome bow.

[@nepenth0]

Any one know what the two thin downward angled sticks hanging off the front of the bow are?

[@averagejackarchery]

Magnus Bow Pod. No longer in production. Video soon on my DIY model...

[@allannesss7782]

I always come back to this vid. Its hilarious! I've been shooting magnus and grim reaper for 20ish years? I also killed an elk, yes an elk with the shockwave back in college when I was pulling change out of my ash trey to buy broadheads!

[@dougd1456]

I shoot mechanicals and all of my blades are 1 3/8" or under. I definitely agree with your logic..

[@kmorrow63]

What’s that bow stand that looks like it’s attached to your stabilizer??

[@averagejackarchery]

Magnus BowPod. No longer in production. I have a DIY build video coming next week! Less than $10 in parts to make 2...

[@kmorrow63]

@@averagejackarchery Nice, looks like a better alternative to the limb stands with the wider stance for stability. Looking foreword to the video 👊🏻

[@danielbridgford3887]

How about High End Broadheads or Single Bevel? I'd say non-replaceable blade, but don't want to exclude anyone.

[@averagejackarchery]

When you start paying $100 or more for broadheads, take your pick in my opinion. I think it's a total wash at that point. Just pick the style and company you like the most!

[@valkry007]

still shooting Savora 4's till my stock of replacement blades run out !

[@scottburkett9635]

What about sever broadheads,Jack ?

[@mikeharryhunt1709]

Rage on steroids... Doubt he cares for them

[@averagejackarchery]

The words "expensive" and "mechanical" put together just sound like "waste of money" to me....

[@justinjackson6696]

Nice video. Well spoken and informative.

[@chadeastman4832]

How do you feel about ramcat hydroshock

[@averagejackarchery]

I have zero experience with RamCat other than what I've seen and been told.

[@chadeastman4832]

@@averagejackarchery I love them. I have always used thunderheads 100 but last 2 years I've used ramcats and grim reapers love both of them

[@michaelberry8091]

QAD exodus #1 with the Grim Reaper 1 3/8" pro series a close 2nd. Don't be fooled if u find one or more blades closed on a Grim Reaper after passing through an animal. The rapid deceleration can and will do that.

[@brandon1025]

Wasp drones and nap hellrazors I've had great success with rage chisel tips and the Trypan

[@bassman6211]

What makes a crossbow hunter lazier than any other hunter?

[@SoloCamXTOutdoors]

Magnus for me all the way. Ever since I got my hands on the Blackhornet Ser Razor in 2016 it's all I have used. Not interested in any other broadheads anymore. The Ser Razor is all I will ever need for the rest of my bow hunting life.

[@joepedrasa4569]

Whats your opinion on the truglo titanium 4 blade mechs..I used them for the 1st time this past season ,and straight pass thru with a 544gr carbon express maxima red sd

[@steve8828]

I have shot many brands. I have even killed deer with the dreaded Rage broad heads. This year I am trying the Magnus Stinger 150 grain.

[@TRC1989]

Are u still shooting the super V sight lol

[@timharrelson7797]

What do u think of g5 deadmeat. Used them last yr. Even though I was at 55 pounds and my 26 inch draw. Still got 15 inches on on my buck shot was a little high. Finally got my poundage up to 60 this yr.

[@averagejackarchery]

The Regular model is alright by the size of the MegaMeat is too big for my liking.

[@timharrelson7797]

May use it again. Or sever 1.5

[@mitchellgenz1373]

I went to Iron Will Broadheads, no regrets.

[@themasterhammer]

Thanks for the list. I absolutely love the Magnus Stingers.

[@shanestout3543]

i watch the steel drum trials to make my decision on structural integrity.. so i use SWHACKER 125gr with 75gr brass incert..

[@masterski03]

Sounds like you prefer 3-4 blade Broadheads over 2 blade ? If so curious why you feel that way. I shoot the NAP Slingblade. 1 7/8 inch cut , cheap, super accurate, no clips/ o rings, rear deployment, and tough. I also get great penetration too. You should check them out . Great info and video ! Keep up the great work !

[@averagejackarchery]

I've never preferred 2 blade broadheads for both mechanical and fixed. Always like that 3rd or 4th cut.

[@jimpeterson3806]

Love the Grim Reapers as well. Currently shoot the mini mags. No complaints here. Sssshhhhh lol

[@MichaelBrewick]

Thanks so much AJA for the super high quality videos! I am learning A Lot. I have recently acquired an old matthews solocam and am hoping to harvest turkeys in close quarters with it, at least to start. Any thoughts generally, on arrows, the Magnus Bullhead fixed blade or other broadheads you or the team here might share? Sort of thinking the "20 gauge" of archery setups ? Thanks again!

[@averagejackarchery]

For turkeys, I definitely prefer the head lopper style. The Magnus Bullhead is definitely the bee's knees in that category.

[@joelaskey2121]

I love magnus buzz cuts. My Mech choice is the trypan the titanium ferrule is very durable but would like rage to make a trypan in 1 1/2 cut great vid Master Jack

[@mdsaddlehunter3796]

Maybe it's all from post production editing, but you are a funny guy, Nate. It's nice to laugh while watching your videos. I bet amongst your circle of friends, you have them in stitches. I can imagine that at your school, you are one of the favorite teachers (from those kids that don't hate school).

[@averagejackarchery]

Well, my kids think my knock knock jokes are great! But, they are 4 and 5. LOLLLLL

[@mdsaddlehunter3796]

@@averagejackarchery When they get older, they will call your jokes "DadJokes" and you'll just be embarrassing.

[@doncaruso1949]

Ramcat and Thorn crown.

[@wcwcgarner2717]

I shoot full metal jackets 340 spine. Wt NAP HELLRAZOR fixed blade broadheads all steel. 100 grain. Total grain of 455. Wt my 28 inch draw.

[@Dan_outdoors89]

The grim reaper pro hybrids are the best broadhead 💯 hands down!

[@matthewmcarthur8388]

I prefer the slick tricks that were made here locally in Arkansas. Still have quite a few left.

[@sdalton34]

Any thoughts on the annihilator heads

[@averagejackarchery]

Haven't held one or used one. So not yet!

[@paulb946]

Have you tried Tooth of the Arrow? Made in the USA, solid one piece steel, super tough like slick trick on steroids!

[@joestagner7817]

Well I decided to go with the Bowtech Amplifi.

[@bradbo3]

Ive never understood all the hatred for some broadheads....or types....or crossbows....or compounds. I use all kinds of broadheads...so do my grown kids. I also shoot my bow and a crossbow and then I also rifle and muzzle load hunt. I dont get a deer with all of them.....but still love being in the woods. If you are in the woods hunting....you are blessed to be enjoying nature.

[@zzz7zzz9]

Agree. The hunting community, and fishing too, can often be their own worst enemy. All the ANTIs are bad enough, we don't need fellow hunters/fishers doing their job for them. We need to support each other and be united, not divided. All the bickering against mechanical heads, crossbow users, it's nonsense, and just elitest attitudes. See it in fishing as well, usually with certain fly-guys having that elitest attitude.

[@KTMsoldier1988]

You should look into THE TOOTH OF THE ARROW broadhead....100% made in usa......Also i recommend Afflictor Broadheads K2 Mechanical

[@Bigtrain1]

Iron will, QAD , slick trick. Other than that a spear 😎

[@michaelwaldner1405]

I was waiting for him to say Rage for #1😂. But I'm glad someone agrees with me about rage mechanicals

[@samventura5455]

Check out Thorn Broadheads they are by far the best i've tried they function perfectly and are super durable, I havent had a deer go more than 20 yards. They are also veteran owned and made in the USA.

[@garedjennings6509]

Iron Will?... Sevr? Thought they'd be in your list!

[@-lovefromnh]

Should be #1 on both lists! Grim Reaper is definitely close though!

[@caninphx]

To expensive but good heads. He has the average Jack channel, not the upper echelon channel

[@garedjennings6509]

@@-lovefromnh grim reaper's slogan, "Watch em drop", is no lie. They always die within 60 yards if you make a good shot.

[@averagejackarchery]

Oh there are a bunch of great broadheads. But at the onset of the video I clearly wanted to make this a "walk into your local shop" feel. Gold heads from Iron Will, TuffHead, Cutthroat, etc. but they're not ammass produced product.

[@-lovefromnh]

@@averagejackarchery definitely understand that part. The list could go on and on. But maybe that's a whole new video?

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

Great list outside of the Rocket one that you probably have to get via EBay or the like. I am sure that it’s an awesome head and nothing wrong with an old school favorite. Speaking of old school favorites I am sure that Muzzy MX3 and MX4 could be on your Top 5 fixed. Made in America 🇺🇸 too if I remember. I currently have the 100 grain G5 Montec CS on my hunting arrows. I bought Magnus Stinger Buzz 🐝 cut and Sik F4 in 100 grain at Cabela’s last year. I couldn’t find 125-150 grain Magnus after your video on them as well as RF and The Hunting Public videos. Not even on the online stores. Oh well. Lol 😆… I won some G5 broadheads a week ago and went with the M3s. I was debating on the Striker V2 of X as well. I had the original Strikers and they are razor 🪒 sharp. The target doesn’t move when you shoot fresh ones into it. I just kept losing blades when I would switch back and forth between broadheads and field points. Looking forward to the Top 3 or 5 arrow brands next.

[@jayonez137]

I will never shoot any broadhead other than a QAD exodus straight backs. Been shooting them for years. Killed many whitetails with them. Prior to that I used the Montechs. I don’t mess with mechanicals. I’ve tried them a few times and lost big bucks. And the deer I have recovered some of them only two of the blades opened up. I tried a few different rages, Grim Reaper’s, And the NAP spitfires as well as the Killzones. I keep my bow well tuned and only shoot fixed broadhead’s. In my opinion mechanicals are designed for people who shoot bows that are not tuned properly. If your shot placement is good you will have no issues Harvesting with a fixed broadhead

[@chucklewis5396]

What are your thoughts on some of the Hybrid heads being made? I recently sent Trenton a Bloodsport Gravedigger COC 125gr head to review and I'm looking forward to see that. That head in particular should be super nasty when it hits.. Great vid! and how DARE you mention Rage.. lol

[@averagejackarchery]

I personally have never felt the appeal of hybrid heads. Some hybrids are 70-90% fixed blade it seems anyways. I'd rather just shoot a full mechanical with the crazy accuracy or a fixed with all the structural integrity.

[@craiguderwood2388]

I shoot mechanical's, and you didn't mention Swacker? I've been shooting Swackers for the last 7 years and there awsome!

[@Alaskabuilt_]

You can put moose, caribou, dall sheep and even grizz on slick tricks list.

[@40beretta1]

I expected the Shoulder injury Crossbow hunter to jump from the roof...

[@koryleicht8052]

Ramcats are my go to!

[@zrenk1208]

Pro series grim reapers have killed everything I’ve shot at

[@pensnut08]

I saw an expandable saying it was 4"....

[@jcharais]

Hunted with fixed broad heads since the 80's and last year, I finally tried the Rage mechanical last year. Reason for the switch is because in my opinion, shot placement is the most important aspect of harvesting a deer/elk. Anything that can be done to improve shot placement should be done and mechanicals just fly better than a fixed blade. No issues with opening with all my testing. After using it hunting, got a nice 8 pointer, blood trail was large and better than most of the deer I had shot with my fixed blade broad heads. Entry wound looked like the size of a baseball, no doubt it was a well placed kill shot and no need for a lighted nock. I will stick with Rage until I have an issues.

[@Elkslaya1]

Are you sure Tricks are made in America? I still have originals since before the original owner passed when I know they were made in USA.

[@cooperrouse2158]

Found some Australian broad heads called extract broad heads and was wandering if anyone had experience with them

[@peterchase8539]

american made fixed blade, check out wasp broadheads the new fixed blade that they teamed up with havalon blades are nice an cant wait to use them this year

[@Proxiir]

Finally someone mentions spitfires!

[@louisbailey4900]

I gave up on mechanicals. Simply because less moving parts means less issues. Tune your bow to COC heads and your good to go.

[@Ikmtyou2337]

Thumbnail makes me uncomfortable but I loved the video.

[@libbybenedict]

Love the shirt!!

[@robertsophiea05]

The rocket steel head is as close to a field point as i have seen.

[@mikeharryhunt1709]

I got 30+ of them bad boys

[@stevenmarod6191]

You bet! I got a stockpile of 100s and 125s. Awesome mechanical!

[@mikeharryhunt1709]

@@stevenmarod6191 wish I had some 125's...😒..

[@mikeharryhunt1709]

@@stevenmarod6191 I have mostly the black ones trophy ridge first made after they bought rocket and I have to admit theres not a whole lot of consistency in how far the blades fold back. Some fold way back and are at a good angle and others don't. I do have a few of the original ones tho and the blades fold back farther and are at a better angle... I'm talking about the 100's

[@stevenmarod6191]

@@mikeharryhunt1709 I only have half a dozen 100s, and yes, mine are the same. Blade angles wrong. The 125s are great.

[@nsns3743]

Awesome video, thank you!

[@HandyL]

Dude, you're funny! I don't think I have ever seen this side of you haha!

[@JBASH2011]

Killed a pile of deer with the rocket steelheads.125s were my fave. I also had great experiences with the Sidewinder. Another "over the top" that has worked flawlessly for me was the Wasp Jak Hammers (original).

[@stevenmarod6191]

Great head.

[@stevenmarod6191]

125 Steelhead was (is) the bomb. Great head!

[@mikeharryhunt1709]

I need to come across the 125 originals

[@garretbellah8615]

Aren't you losing energy with front deploying having to push the blade all the way around? 🤔