Let's Look at...KILLER INSTINCT Crossbows!

[@groundrootsoutdoors627]

The speed ring scopes are awesome. Everyone does illuminated red and green KI is red and blue I like the blue

[@368engbn]

I have the Ripper 415 CB and it came with the original KI scope. I would not call this scope great but not terrible either. I ended up finding a KI Lumix 1.5-5x32 with speed ring and that scope is absolutely fantastic. It is however very hard to find due to demand and supply. Found mine on ebay for about $140 about 5 months ago.

[@dalefine3329]

Good review! I ordered this one and believe that this crossbow will be more popular! I shared your video with the Crossbow Nation forum. I am sure there are a lot of guys who will be watching your video! Thanks for sharing with us!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Saw this comment, just wanna follow up as I'm doing a video on the X1. Did you buy one and how do you like it? Hope all is well!

[@joel11230]

Rich, I know several guys that own the XP. Accurate? Yes, we’ll balanced? Yes, and if you have a limbproblem, etc they will stand behind they’re product. Now, when you register the bow, part of the warranty is a “free” 3 year inspection of the bow. Paid for by KI.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Neat, thanks!!

[@joel11230]

Talking about the string in the cocked position. It is almost parallel to the barrel. The camps are called XCam with 50% letoff. If that helps? I don’t know

[@Deathbybunjie]

50% better than nothing lol yes helps thanks

[@scottbrammer8275]

I have the Killer Instinct Ripper 415. In my opinion, the absolute best crossbow for the money. This thing shoots consistently (accurate), one of the lightest crossbows on the market, compact, lifetime warranty and ready to go right out of the box. This is the first crossbow I've had that I will NOT be updating in the off season. Now, I do like the optics. The reticle style really works for me. But I can see where others would say needs upgraded. For me, I don't think sophisticated optics are needed for a 30 to 40 yard shot.

[@rkc3crobert]

Best warranty in the business. I've owned a ten point, Barnett and now the KI Furious 9.5. A friend of mine has an Excalibur and a Ravin. Over the last 5 years, all of these bows have had their issues. Killer Instinct stands behind their products without questions or investigations. You will be on hold for a while when you call but other than that, they are almost giving away strings, grips, arrow guides and stocks. I dropped my bow from 25' and the stock took the hit. KI sent a new one in 5 business days. Serving was a little frayed... BOOM. New string a few days later. The other manufactures I listed all wanted to see the bow and still charged for inspection before warrantying their products. I will say the scope needs to be upgraded.

[@brianlarkin2677]

Really enjoying your reviews. I spent about three months reviewing and comparing before purchasing my first crossbow. I had budget in mind so honestly was looking at Centerpoint, Killer Instinct and Barnett. I ended up spending a little more and bought a Wicked Ridge by TenPoint based on the advice I was getting from the few shops I had been too. They were saying their repair / return ratio was higher with the CP, KI and Barnett. Also you mentioned warranties. That was the other deciding factor of going with the Wicked Ridge. They have a five-year 100% no questions asked warranty. They either repair or replace and turn around time is within days not weeks. Great customer service.

[@markcoulter48]

Rich I have the swat xp and it's a fantastic crossbow, I have fired over 200 shots with it and the string and serving still look like new, the scope is of very good quality and is so accurate. I don't know much about the X1 but if its anything like the XP it will be a quality addition to your channel and the price of these crossbows is fantastic, and you get a load of features for your money, I would highly recommend KILLER INSTINCT. Good luck and the X1 is availible in the spring. Take care and all the best from Scotland

[@Deathbybunjie]

Good to hear thanks for this!!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Hello, Mark, are you still a fan of the Swat XP? Saw this comment, just wanna follow up as I'm doing a video on the X1. Hope all is well!

[@frankrenzoni4240]

I bought a Killer Instinct Boss 405 crossbow as a spare crossbow. Just in case I have a problem due to something unforseen on a hunt we now have a back up. My wife and I hunt together. She has a Mission 360 and I have a Scorpyd Orion. Due to pricing being radically different between the Killer Instinct and the other 2 crossbows, it's not fair to compare them. However, the phone calls I've made to KI were returned quickly. They have been very helpful and courteous. The bow is capable of exceptional accuracy. With spine matched arrows and either QAD Exodus or Slick Trick broadheads it will group 3 arrows in less than 3" at 50 yards. I chronographed it with the supplied arrows and it does meet the claimed velocity of 405 fps. For a $300.00 crossbow I belive this is excellent accuracy and a great value. I upgraded the scope to their Lumix speed ring scope and found it to work very well and compare favorably to my Hawke speedring scopes. No, it isn't the same as shooting a crossbow that is 5 -6 times the money. While it is designed and supported by an American company, it is not manufacturered in America. All things considered it is a good value for those on a budget.

[@richardpence1863]

I have a ki ripper 415, with ki speed ring scope. Very good combination IMHO. For custom arrows I really like black eagle zombie slayer 22" arrows, combined with the 150 grain 3" cut schwacker broadheads comes in at approx 465 grains, drops speed to Around 385, but tons of kinetic energy. Exit hole is incredible... 5 inch or so.... Really enjoy your videos 👍

[@AMKB01]

I'm glad to have found your channel. I've been learning a lot, going through some of your older videos. I recently picked up the Killer Instinct Boss 405 kit at Cabelas. Totally new to crossbow, though not new to archery, nor firearms. Got a Yellow Jacket target, extra bolts, extra field points and fixed broadheads. Looking forward to learning and, if all goes to plan, going on my first hunt by 2022. Currently looking for a hunting mentor, though all the bow hunters I know don't use crossbows. Love your channel!

[@Deathbybunjie]

They should be able to mentor xbow hunter, at least get you on game? Good luck!!

[@AMKB01]

@@Deathbybunjie Thanks!

[@webincomeincome8767]

I’ve had both the Ripper 415 and just bought their new Vital X. The Vital is much easier to rope cock, plenty fast and reasonably accurate. Seems the Vital is more picky about bolts but good out to 60 yards at least.

[@joel11230]

Something else to think about. On my ripper the cams are 14” in the cocked position. I also was looking at the cocking aid fingers when cocking it and at the point where it is fully cocked. They looked KIND of pinched in there. I have 60 shots on it and the string looks very good, no separation in the serving string.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Good to hear thank you

[@78cooper78]

I had the Speed 425 when it first came out. I absolutely loved it until the limbs blew up. They did get me a new set of limbs fairly quickly. The second limbs blew up as well. I went to Tenpoint. No problems so far with it. I did love the Speed ring scope of theirs.

[@joel11230]

I’m ordering the X1. In the treestand it will be easy to maneuver around the tree or in tight quarters.

[@Snakeboyzz42]

I have the swat xp. I will tell you, you will not be disappointed in the maneuvering capabilities if this crossbow. I will say, get heavier bolts made or you may have some string/limb issues shooting the very light factory arrows that come with it.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Saw this comment, just wanna follow up as I'm doing a video on the X1. Did you buy one and how do you like it? Hope all is well!

[@ironDsteele]

You are absolutely right about the noise reducers slowing down modern designs less. You will see a speed loss the most on older designs with the limbs out in front, especially on Excaliburs with no mechanical help and all the arrows energy originates from limb movement. When I was hunting Whitetail Deer with my Exomax I decided to take all the noise reducers off the stings because no matter what it was so noisy the deer would hear it regardless.

[@dpmautomotive1758]

I have a hero 380 and I'm very satisfied with it. Have taken several deer with it and is accurate and quite

[@leveraction767]

That is a great K.I.

[@jackhinkle1401]

I just bought the lethal 405 old style Black Friday cabellas 200 not bad outta box 1 inch groups at 30 yards not bad at all for price

[@wyatth9555]

Do a video on tenpoint!!!

[@thomashawkins9380]

Yes! And consider a reverse bow. They’re great!

[@John2413h]

I have the lower price lethal 405 took my first doe with it last year. very fast and very accurate shooting crossbow. I am using grim reaper broadheads. in the heat of the moment it DID hear the safety click off at about 20 yards, and I was nervous and must have aimed a tad high it hit the spine and went clean through the doe and imbedded into a fence post behind her she dropped straight to the ground. I reloaded and took another shot to ensure she would pass as quickly as possible. and within about 2 minutes from first shot she was gone. I was happy with the experience. love your videos. John from Florida.

[@danielvrana9444]

I do believe that back part flips up so the hunter can blow or clean the launcher area out. I’m not switching from my Excalibur but it is very interesting design.

[@WoodchuckNorris22308]

Glad you checked out this bow. It's the one I'm seriously considering....it's going up against one of its own which I've been successful with for a couple years now and am currently using. Nothing but good for me so far with these. Looking forward to the next video. Good luck and thanks for the vid.

[@davidparadis490]

The other problem with the safety so far back, is that if you have to make that large a movement to turn off the safety, many prey animals have keen sight for movement, and that is a much more obvious movement then a slight bend of the thumb

[@Deathbybunjie]

True!

[@e3innovation]

yes is close angle on string serving,so is same for so many small and fast crossbow.for the string or cable changing is so easy with only screw drive lock on cam to change 1 cable at the time or string only.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Cool good to hear

[@MikeyWoomer]

I like the looks of the Fatal X.. I think it's a great looking bow from killer instincts

[@raymondcava4669]

Thank you for the review. I am amazed on how many compound crossbows have come up to the market in the last 10 years. I do worry with speeds of 470 to 500 ft./s hunters will try to make those long shots. The time laps with Bolt and Arrow compared to a bullet from a gun are different. For example the bullet will impact the deer before the deer hears the shot going off but not an arrow or a bolt. My belief is the longer the crossbow shot that is taken will translate into more wounded animals than if the shots were taken at a closer distance. Hunter in hunting condition it’s harder to duplicate the shots you can make at the shooting range. Hitting an animal in the vitals with arrow or bolt is essential to an ethical kill. A bad placement shot on an animal means the animal dies a slow death and recovery could take hours or even the next day. Love it when the animal is under 20 yards that’s what great memories are built out of. I digress

[@leveraction767]

Agree 100%. Saw the same thing on the vertical side, where the compound speeds got people shooting further and wounding more. 3D probably lead to more wounding than anything else. People routinely shooting foam at 40/50 yards and taking that confidence into the field.

[@donutdan1508]

Agree 100%. Injured deer walking around with arrows sticking out of them are very bad for our sport. Gettin em in close and running an arrow through them is the only way to go.

[@joel11230]

The optic is accurate to 60 yds is what I’m hearing. I put the lumix speedring scope on my ripper. The reticle takes some getting use to. I have mine very close sighted in to 50 so far.

[@one-eyedarcher]

Hmmm..I wonder where you got that scope Joel? 🤔

[@joel11230]

Well hello there Jim, fancy meeting you here👍

[@one-eyedarcher]

You didnt think I would miss anything Swat related did you? 😆

[@BackyardBroadheads]

That reticle looks like a quick aim thing where if the deer is around avg size you can place that circle at a certain spot on the vitals and your aim will be good even if you don’t know how far the deer is. Can someone confirm this or let me know if I’m wrong.

[@Deathbybunjie]

I think you are correct and that's not really for me

[@bradbo3]

I like that reticle..btw .none of mine ever had numbers...just knew what dot was what yard marker. But the whole thing looks a bit complicated...especially the cocking and then putting an arrow down a barrel.....especially if you get to your stand or blind early like i do and its dark.

[@isaacheidi]

Have heard of problems with limbs splintering. A friend of mine had two of the 415 models blow up.

[@simonh2011]

I've had my 415 for years and no issues whatsoever. Have heard this though...

[@isaacheidi]

@@simonh2011 maybe hit and miss just like bowtech compounds for years.

[@simonh2011]

@@isaacheidi yeah sometimes just a bad batch during manufacturing. Lifetime warranty helps but still a pain if it happens

[@LesSimsJr]

Thanks for this video. I’ve wondered what you’d think of them. I’ve got a Ripper 415 and love it. I shoot 575 grains at 365fps. It certainly Moose’s!. It packs a punch and is constantly accurate. I took two this season at 40 yards without hesitation and two others at closer range. Shots were dead on and as accurate in the field as they were at the target. I know you’re looking at accuracy and increasing your shot distance (under the proper conditions). I wouldn’t hesitate out to 50 with their products. Anything beyond that, I’m not shooting anyway whether the bow has the capability or not. I’m considering updating to the new Fatal X model this year. The scope is really good. Some people don’t like it an I get that. The reticle style isn’t for everyone. Performance wise it works, it just might not be for everyone. You can always put another Twilight (or other) on it since that’s what you’re used to 🙂 Anyway, thanks again for all you do for crossbow community. Enjoy the process and we can’t wait to see what you decide on. Until then, All haik Bunjie!

[@JohnGriffith-w2w]

I like that Rich does dental hygiene so well that a green necktie doesn’t match his teeth! It would match my teeth perfectly and that’s after the dentist visit! 😂 ❤ 🏹🦌

[@Deathbybunjie]

😁

[@victorkrese6727]

In my opinion string angle could be hard on the string/serving. Also, I think that the Xcalibur offerings with heavy limbs of 240lbs+ without any let off are rough on strings and servings too.

[@one-eyedarcher]

I have the XP. Not quite as narrow as the X1 but still narrow. Before I detuned the bow some with longer custom strings I had roughly 200 shots on the original strings and cables and they showed no wear where the hooks go. Very tightly served in that area. 👍

[@leveraction767]

Agree with you on the coolness factor of the "mini tripod" that comes about with the foot brace.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Kinda neat, huh?

[@Deathbybunjie]

Also a stand from what I see

[@leveraction767]

@@Deathbybunjie I do like that. Yes.

[@leveraction767]

@@Deathbybunjie Yes. I would not have considered that but you picked up on it and I agree. Better to have what you dont need as opposed to needing what you dont have.

[@tygappleberry5571]

The scope mounted on this particular crossbow is a lumix speedring 5x32 and I own 3 of them,,, one is mounted on my Killer Instinct Boss 405,, one also on my girlfriend's Barnett TS-370 and 1 as a backup just in case I drop or break my scope,, heaven forbid,, I absolutely love this scope the optics of very nice very clear the radical are easy to see,, The red and blue light up options on this scope are cris,, being able to turn them low and bright for a specific hunting situations is a bonus

[@juniorb931]

i have the killer instinct speed 425 and i love it. and the stirrup works good for a stand and a rest for shooting its just the right height

[@gslam8571]

Sweet im going cbow shopping next week and im gonna try some ki models not quite at the "high end " range /proly a lethal 405 or a ripper 415 /both are in my $ range /hope you find one you like bro !

[@leveraction767]

405

[@gslam8571]

Chris Jurgill you like no issues ?/whats trigger like ?

[@joel11230]

I’m 5’5” and bought the ripper 415. When cocking it it’s too long and hits my belly and basically makes it uncomfortable to cock. Keep that in mind if your short.

[@gslam8571]

joel11230 swet thanks

[@joel11230]

But I love the way the ripper shoots

[@368engbn]

Killer Instinct are a good bow from the one that I have( Ripper 415). I ended upgrading my scope almost from the box as the 2nd generation Lumix adjustable with speed ring was a major improvement but it is hard to find. The scope in the pic you showed on their web page looks like jet another generation of scopes. There are no numbers for yardage.

[@christopherkane633]

I have put a killer instinct speed ring scope only my centrepoint crossbow. Love it, even gives you a 10yard retical. Like the red and blue illumination instead of red and green.

[@joel11230]

Where’s the 10 yard reticle? I have that scope and the top of the triangle is 20.

[@chriskaneoutdoors7587]

@@joel11230 mine set as top of triangle is 10 yards

[@haydenclubb1547]

I have the furious pro 9.5 and it’s the standard scope not the speed ring and I do like the illuminated reticle but I will say they are accurate and I have had it for 2 seasons and it has never came off of zero. The scopes may not be as high of quality but they are extremely easy to use and operate and have not had any problems at all. The serving on the string has not been bothered at all from my sled style rope cocker so far. I hope this helps!

[@arloncaples]

I have the KI Ripper 415. I have not had any problems with it. It shoots great also.

[@dana44169]

The is the sight picture that you will see in the scope just put one on my bow I really like it is also illuminated in red or blue. Are you going to check out the rest of the killer instinct line?

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yeah, interested in xp for example

[@one-eyedarcher]

Great video Rich! Swats are great bows and KI is a stand up company IMO. Ran by hunters just like you and me. 👍 The X1 is going to be a great bow! At least it had better be!... have one ordered to pair with my detuned Swat XP. 😁

[@kennybottoms374]

Love my KI furious 9.5 with the KI speed ring scope!! Had it for 2 years now.. 3/3 2 big mature does and 1 20in wide old 6pt! Shots were 15yrds 40yrds and 33yrds paired with grimreaper broadheads. As ol rut daniels says "didn't go 20!!"

[@kennybottoms374]

Ps the blue illumination is crisp. And its fully adjustable brightness!! And the kill zone ring on the reticle is very easy for quick line up

[@chucksmith5002]

Hi Rich I have the K.I. 415 not as costly as the one your talking about but to answer your question on the Scope I like my scope it seems to be pretty clear to me I haven`t went out in the evening to see how well it is . My scope has about 4 or 5 small cross hairs but at the top it has a full cross hair . Mine doesn`t have numbers . Not 100 % sure if I like my scope my eyes are almost 64 years old HA HA .

[@inthewoods3237]

The scope retical they’re showing there is their speed ring scope, I hope to upgrade to that in the future, my cheaper version just came with the lighted reticle, but it is clear and holds zero great

[@vaazig]

A thought on the barrel on the swat. It looks great, but I remember the following from the UK firearms act: "A firearm is "a lethal barrelled weapon of any description from which any shot, bullet or other missile can be discharged". I have no idea if this would apply to this crossbow.

[@joel11230]

It doesn’t

[@wcb22516]

But due to Killer Instinct limbs breakage, how long do you think this new 405 would last?

[@Deathbybunjie]

Time will tell

[@myronriggs9613]

Just. Bought a KI boss 405. I had a heart attack and doctor didn’t want me hunting with a rifle or shotgun because of the stint placed in my heart. This is first xbow hopefully I didn’t get the wrong one.

[@Deathbybunjie]

That's a good one for sure, hope all goes well, good luck!

[@joelmcmahan7386]

First I’ve seen on this one, looks KILLER. But as we all know looks don’t mean it will moose. If good looks meant a lot me and Rich would be millionaires lol. Naw hope you all have a good week. All hail Bunjie and his pal Rich. 👍🇺🇸🎥🐗🦌👑

[@Deathbybunjie]

😆

[@derrickhall2173]

I use the lumix speedring scope and I love it the only problem I have with it is like you said in the video it doesn’t have any numbers beside the dots that would make it a lot better but other than that I love it.

[@arthurkuhlmann924]

I have the ripper 415, with a truglo Opti speed scope it's a absolute tack driver. One third the price please check it out 😋

[@joel11230]

I have the ripper as well, good bow but a little to long for me when cocking. I’m ordering the X1

[@arthurkuhlmann924]

I ordered the crank for mine, model 1071 still waiting?

[@jenniferrobinson5813]

The safety is where it's at due to the receiver being way back on the stock. Really no other place to put it.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yep, the bullpup design

[@a.danielcavallo6050]

Search problems with Killer Instinct Crossbows, lots of cracked limbs. I still would like to try one.

[@PandY7190]

These bows are amazing! Only problem is that my uncle and I have had to replace the limbs about every 10 shots. Therefore, useless to own.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yeah that's no good!

[@michaelJ415]

Optics with speed ring👍🏻 very good,clear glass, ive used one in Northeast Oh in all weather,3 seasons now Very good indeed, Best~Regards to you&yours

[@timdaniels38]

Killer instinct shows their quivers with three arrows because the kit comes with three arrows. The quiver holds five arrows. Hint: A closed end pvc toilet flange and either 3" or 4" pvc pipe cut to length makes a quick and cheep floor/ground practice quiver. The 4" holds about 25 arrows and the 3" holds less. I made three with a 10' piece of pipe and three flanges. Two bow quivers and a crossbow quiver.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Cool tip! Thanks!

[@Hunter-yj1yo]

I have the lethal 405 for 300 bucks I think it’s pretty good and accurate

[@Deathbybunjie]

I do like this company

[@twooldguyswithcrossbows5170]

I think the riser pads they are talking about are the rubber feet at the front of the ✝️bow lol ! Also my 360 Assassin has the built in crank cocking system that is a sled style trigger system. Enjoying the exploring adventure!

[@mikepatten854]

Most scopes that come with them are junk I put the KILLER instinct Lumix speed ring on mine Love it I have the Boss 405

[@bobosessbushcraftandsurviv4783]

I am new to crossbows. I just got a Ravin R10. I would like to ask you about my State laws and how our DWR don't even seem to know what they are. I was told 2 times by conservation officers that my states laws are there to make you not want to use a crossbow for hunting. So I just want an opinion on where I need to go next to find out the definition of the law in my state. Let me know if you are will to talk about that thanks for all the great videos.

[@joesteen9742]

Killer instinct scope is ok. Replace my with hawke speed scope

[@rongarofalo3482]

Just bought a Killer Instinct 415 Ripper this past season. Nice crossbow but the safety is to far back. Can't click the safety off when my finger is near the trigger.

[@Deathbybunjie]

I wondered about that

[@HardRockMiner]

I wonder what the reasoning os for putting the safety so far from the trigger ? And it seems like it is in a very bad place too.

[@one-eyedarcher]

Reason for the safety being so far back is because the string latch is back there. String cocks all the way back to the butt to allow a greater powerstroke. Take some getting used to but once you do not bad at all.

[@boomerrangerron]

Nicely done video analysis, but you always do a great job! This was one I'd hoped you wouldn't put on your list! A friend bought one a couple of years ago, their top of the line at the time for more than they're selling this model and he's had many problems with this bow. In fact it's been returned to the factory on several occasions for repairs. When he last got it back, he shot around 30 arrows before it malfunctioned again! There customer service may well be the worst in the industry! But hey, the arrow shaft or barrel is pretty cool and the new 405 FPS model is flying off the shelves for just under $400!

[@cmfoutdoors44]

Ten Point request #4

[@hunterdan2002]

I'd like to see him do a ten point and wicked ridge video.

[@leveraction767]

Its coming. 12 bows (for instance) takes 12 weeks.

[@jamestormeyjr5443]

Yes a ten point or wicked ridge video would be great. I own a wicked ridge ultra lite and love it.

[@stefanoscottodifrega6363]

I have seen and held this Xbox at bass pro, definitely very compact

[@johnknecht7336]

I have a speed rated killer instinct scope and like it alot better. If you like cross hairs this isn't the scope for you. I had a hawke speed rated scope on my scorpyd and went with this scope because I like dot and it's luminated. That is something you have to decide on. I have a hawke scope if you would like to try it

[@Deathbybunjie]

I have one around here somewhere too

[@johnknecht7336]

@@Deathbybunjie nit a fan I take it. I used it the first yr and upgraded to the Killer instinct.

[@johnowens9012]

like the crossbow, but the safety is a deal breaker for me.

[@andrewwhittaker2908]

Won't be a problem for mechanical heads but that bow looks tight for a fixed blade head. Not impressed by the "barrel" or the safety location.

[@mondscheinwilliams8666]

I love the Speed ring Scope!! I have the KI Speed and is an Awesome Crossbow!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thanks for this

[@tygappleberry5571]

The picture shown in the ad for the swat for the scope are actual,, The middle or top triangle is your 20 I don't particularly care about them not being numbered at 20,, 30,, 40,, 50,, 60,, I only use the top 3 being the 20,, 30 and 40,, I adamantly refuse to take a shot on anything I am hunting past 40 yd,, The accuracy of this scope is fantastic And also allowing adjustments for zoom and/or speed rating,, Personally I maxed my speed rating to the highest setting to bring my target as close as possible through my scope and then sited my scope,,, I haven't changed it and my shots Pin point accurate,, And of course being 52 like you stated in your video (50),, our eyes are not that great any longer so bringing my target closer to me works perfectly

[@Deathbybunjie]

Good points here but shouldn't speed ring stick to correct speed so it's accurate?

[@tygappleberry5571]

@@Deathbybunjie That's just it,, it's so accurate that it remains as accurate even without the speedring adjustment,, Those of us with failing sight,, for lack of a better word,, that works as a great zoom in feature and keeps everything close

[@olehemlock]

Little picatinny in front, maybe laser or infrared light for night vision scope😂

[@sonnyhelms2962]

I trust you in your opinions of everything crossbows so do you have a list of bows you are seriously considering or are you smitten by the Ravin bows ? if you have a list can you let us know I am in the market for another really nice crossbow got the cheaper Barnett will hand it off to one of the kids thanks in advance.

[@Deathbybunjie]

I think different crossbows are probably good for different people, but I will be doing a video soon about what my finalists are so to speak

[@exrezcnm]

In your videos you consistently add 50grns to the mfr specs in arrow weight. This drops arrow speed and therefore changes the calibration needed for the scope. How do you adjust for that?

[@johnknecht7336]

There is instructions. You shoot in at 20 yards. Once sighted in go to 40 and adjust your speed ring higher or lower until you are sighted in at 40 yards. You start with the crossbow rated speed

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yep, I've done it with old Bunjie and within reason it can be done with most crossbow scopes these days

[@inthewoods3237]

Hey Brother, I know you’re looking at each manufacturers top of the line, however I definitely prefer Killer instincts lower priced bows, the Ripper 415 for instance I would rather have than the one you’re looking at, and it’s like $360

[@Deathbybunjie]

I saw that, neat stuff and the swat pretty cool too

[@dccajc1]

Always working for us crossbow heads

[@kengarcia3703]

Rich, Thank you very much for this series on the journey to find a new crossbow. I have recently undergone one myself. As I attempted to watch you with the brand killer Instinct, .... Hate , Hate , can’t stand. My opinion has calmed since opening day of New York crossbow season. I, like you, research almost every purchase that I make. But, last year I read many, many fantastic reviews on Killer Instinct bows. Leading me to purchase the Burner 415. I bought the COOL Killer Instinct case. DON”T BUY THIS BRAND!!!!!!!!! I shot my bow in Florida in my back yard and at friends in preparation for the hunts at two of my friends homes in New York. Those locations were in Castile, New York and in Dunkirk, New York. Short version is...... first day of the crossbow season in New York, I saw no deer. Got down from the tree. The Burner 415 would not, could not shoot the decocking arrow. The bow trigger would not release the arrow. My friends and myself could not get the bow to release the string. I could not hunt on day two. I drove to Buffalo and would have bought another crossbow, if I could have found an option at Cabbalas or Sportsman’s stores in Buffalo. Did I mention that it was the FIRST WEEKEND of deer sear in NEW YORK and I drove from Sarasota Florida to hunt deer with my friends in New York. BIG DEER THEY SAID...... AWESOME TIME THEY SAID...... Broken crossbow....... No LEGAL crossbows in stock since it was first weekend. I bought a Bear Compound and finished the season without taking a deer. On the drive home I endured 47 minutes on hold with Killer Instinct........... I actually fell asleep in the Pennsylvania welcome rest stop..... Kendra from Killer Instinct, came to the phone at the 47 minute mark and woke me up. To be fair She is great. She promised to replace / fix my BURNER 415 and make it right..... When I reached Florida, I had my friends at COOKS SPORTLAND in Venice, FLA.... EXCELLENT PEOPLE!!!! Eric Cook helped me with the parts list that Kendra asked for of parts that would be needed to make the bow whole again. We supplied KI that list in week three of deer season..... I received the parts the first week of FEBRUARY!!!!!!! WTF. Sorry, I now own a Mission Sub-1 I protect it with the SKB case. 385 FPS, accuracy and smooth action.. I love your work, Kenny Garcia [e-mail]

[@jamesbajcar1689]

You sir have a very difficult decision to make. You have reviewed some good crossbows, all cool in their own unique ways. When the budget and technology is there it can make it a difficult task to choose, I'm excited to see which one will be the successor to Bunjie.

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thanks for this, I'm excited too!

[@Phillygthemessenger]

Speaking of video games... I think you'd get into the hunter cotw. Great hunting game

[@jasonkenee8113]

I'll try and answer your questions best I can...I have the swat xp...last year flagship model...first the scope is good...best scope killer instinct offers at the moment...the aim points are 20 thru 100 yards...next the safety...it does click...the trigger is amazing...I can't remember all the questions you had so if I missed anything feel free to ask and I'll do my best to help

[@jasonkenee8113]

Oh I forgot the xp I have takes 22 inch bolts with special nocks...the x1 you are looking at takes 20 inch bolts with regular nocks

[@jasonkenee8113]

One last thing if u don't want to "tinker" with bolts I recommend borkholder archery custom bolts...most accurate I have used

[@Deathbybunjie]

All good points, thank you for this!

[@jasonkenee8113]

@@Deathbybunjie your welcome...if you have any other questions ill be happy to answer if I can...I have some pictures of 40 and 50 hard accuracy I just took a day ago but I don't know how to upload them

[@jasonkenee8113]

@@Deathbybunjie I thought of another thing...can't really see it in the pictures..but it comes with a 5 bolt quiver...not 3 bolt

[@donwilson350]

You know the only thing I like about that crossbow the Killer Instinct speed ring scope that is the only thing that they make that is any good the crossbows just will not hold up they have more limb problems than any crossbow that I have ever seen and of course it's made in China or Japan or Korea one of those places but their speedring scope is really good I actually have them on to Ravin r10 crossbows that's how well I like them

[@leveraction767]

K.I. has had a lot of limb issues with the 415 but I haven't seen those issues with the other K.I. models last year and I make it a point to look for such things, with all bows out there. K.I. isn't close to the limb failures seen at Excalibur over the last 2 years. Not even close and excal isn't one model having issues, it's all but one, in the micro series. Just saying.

[@thomasmarquez6790]

KI have a problem with their limbs. On Facebook KI page it seems every other post has a problem with limbs exploding. I had a KI 405 and after 20 shots the right limb cracked. Many post they would break while hunting. I went to a different brand. If you want real life info join the Facebook pages on the brands you are looking at. I rather have reliability vs a life time warranty and Barnett has proven that. Just my experience and thoughts. that's what it's all about.

[@cryptohodler6813]

Im new and learning a bunch Thank You. Maybe a new classification comes out say....rifle bows🙂 just my 2 cents

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yeah I was thinking of that when editing this, too funny

[@the_snopro]

i shoot 800 grain arrows out of my SWAT and it leaves 12 inch exit holes

[@Deathbybunjie]

Yikes!

[@jamesmartin7282]

St. Patrick's day tie? Nice.

[@tabowhunter]

Keep looking ,but I’m pretty sure your gonna buy a Excalibur 😀

[@scottlemee4986]

I was watching a tv show and a wedding partner was being planed with a pros and cons chart. Maybe you could use that in deciding a bow, after all your partnership with the new bow will probably last longer than most marriages. LOL!

[@Deathbybunjie]

Lol good idea

[@leveraction767]

Arrows are backwards in the quiver because the web site designer/Photo dude (who is working a side gig) doesnt shoot a crossbow. Maybe? HA!

[@Deathbybunjie]

😆🤣

[@ProfKSE]

Just to let you ,know, I am subscribed and "Belled"on your KZbin page but for some unknown reason I never get notifications of your new videos. Who did you (or I?) tick off?

[@Deathbybunjie]

Who knows, in this day and age nothing would surprise me lol

[@leveraction767]

Oh...Limited Warranty. That means...good luck. I deal in nothing but warranty products and the reference "Limited" is worth about a bucket of spit, generally. Read the small print ;) Limited is a step below "limited lifetime"

[@Deathbybunjie]

Excalibur is lifetime "at the discretion of Excalibur" lol...personally I'm more interested in not needing a warranty :)

[@leveraction767]

@@Deathbybunjie Excal doesnt deny anything. They are famous for shipping limbs no questions asked.... Uhhh .... Forget I said that. LOL

[@abelwalker4396]

That safety does look quieter, however. I have scared a few deer off by flipping my hammer safety to fire without slowly holding onto it with my thumb all the way through the movement and it let's out that metallic twang. Lol guess I should have finished your video before commenting 😂

[@Deathbybunjie]

I've had to learn to lift the safety gently too

[@UserFormelyKnownAs_hjkh]

I actually own that scope thats on this crossbow and its awful. Fair warning, plan on replacing that scope. Also, i would be very curious to know how on earth they plan on using rail lube on a "fully enclosed barrel". In regards to Ravin, to my knowledge they were bought by Centerpoint aka Crosman (yes BB gun Crosman). Does this mean quality will suffer? I guess spend $2k and you could find out!

[@philiplang1361]

Nice looking crossbow. Agree on location of safety. This bow is only accurate, not some sort of SUPER accurate.😆

[@Deathbybunjie]

Super accurate is a good kind of accurate though lol

[@davidparadis490]

@@Deathbybunjie im waiting for the company that has "super duper accurate" then im buying my first xbow

[@Mikesacco1B]

KI are kings of crossbows at a great price point. Not a Ravin though

[@scottjordon]

If you don’t want to hear the safety click...the Ravin R20 is your new BUNJIE!! Try it out when you go to test them in person but Brother they are stealthy 🥷

[@Deathbybunjie]

Thank you for this feedback

[@brianlurten3028]

Should have looked at swat xp or fatal x

[@Deathbybunjie]

I like the xp for sure

[@1digitalwatcher697]

1st glance you need a better crank if you are going to use it , less gimmicky less flimsy 17:25 and more thought into to making it all as one and "error free" if that's possible. I'm just throwing it out there. 20:19 Its too cluttered your not the terminator and its not target shooting the deer may be walking and you need a fast shot. next lol ( can you explain slugs fast please) oh I looked it up its momentum, weight. 6:24 the safety good bye deer reaching way back there i mean gone having buck fever is one thing reaching way back there to far for me.

[@Deathbybunjie]

You make some good points for sure, heat of the moment is important

[@1digitalwatcher697]

@@DeathbybunjieIt is fun and that's the way it should be ty !

[@jimmycampbell6232]

I shoot a ki 405 very accurate and fast.

[@flyfin108]

i had to take a look if all of they xbows has that poorly located safety, on pc version site greets you with noise -and there is no way to browse all they models atleast i couldnt find-, -even they retailer location service dosnt include shops websites- -edit: they only have "featured" of 4 xbows and- ripper is only one with reasonable safety location, but im pretty sure it will click edit2: very hard to find all of they xbows but they are there...