From: Jim McCann
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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I already own a bunch of Gold Tip .246 inserts and weights, but was thinking of moving to the newer Classic XT shafts which come in at .204. Not excited at having to purchase a whole new supply of different inserts and weights. Wondering if any of you with much more experience than I would move to the XT shafts or simply enjoy life as it is now with .246 Traditional shafts? I get the idea that the narrower shaft may penetrate deeper, and they are reportedly .003 straighter, but does it really make sense to make the switch?
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From: 2 bears
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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It depends on how many you have on hand and the cost. In the end you are really the only one that can make the decision. I am kind of against making changes for that very reason. There is always something new and improved.In the end it is usually forced on us because they discontinue the old lines. >>>----> Ken
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From: GUTPILE PA
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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X2 what 2bears said
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From: George D. Stout
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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What kind of real difference will you see in shooting them? Likely not enough to have to retool all your gozintos.
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From: Mpdh
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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The regular trads are plenty skinny enough for me. And a couple thousandths of straightness will never make a difference with my accuracy.
MP
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From: fdp
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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The difference in penetration will be minimal to non-existent in the real world.
The smaller diamter shaft will be more versatile in it's use for different draw weight bows because of the smaller diamter. The center of the shaft will simply be closer to the center line of the bow limbs by .023 inches. Bascially an answer to Easton's smaller diametr (5mm) shafts. .204 is basically 5mm.
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From: grizz
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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The original GT traditional shafts are available in.006 or.003, just a small price difference. That said, what problems are you experiencing with you current shafts? If there is no problem, then there's your answer.
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From: M60gunner
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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I gave this some thought as well recently. A man I shoot with uses that shaft. He finds them more durable and easier to tune. But I have a bunch of inserts, nock adapters, etc. and a several doz. shafts that doesn’t warrant a move at this time.
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From: Buglmin
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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The smaller diameter Classics are a heavier grains per inch. Add in the weighted insert and footing, and you build a tough arrow. The Classic XT's are a nice shaft, a lil more durable turn then the regular Trad shafts. The steel half out builds a decent foc, and with the collar, makes for a very tough arrow. The smaller diameter shafts do recover from paradox faster. If you're looking for a better shaft over the Traditionals, then the Classic XT fits your bill. With better components, the Class XT is a better shaft.
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From: Jim McCann
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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Thanks for all of the thoughtful answers. Haven't fully decided which way to go just yet, but knowing me I'll likely get the XT shafts and add a pile more inserts and weights to my collection somewhere down the line. In the meantime, I'm happy with the Traditional shafts I now have.
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From: Babysaph
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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I agree with George. Won't matter.,
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From: deerhunt51
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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No It does not make sense to switch. Manufacturers have to sell the next best thing to pad their bottom line.
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From: Therifleman
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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Jim, I sent you a PM. John
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From: jk
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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Don't know about meat penetration but today at 3d the skinny shafts stuck a lot deeper into ethafoam fiw..a lot harder to pull out.
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From: 56' Kodiak
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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I shoot Easton FMJ 6 mm. I prefer the skinny or arrows over regular diameter because they sit closer to the riser.
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From: fdp
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Date: 17-Nov-18 |
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Just a point of information. The skinnier arrow doesn't sit closer to the riser. The center of the skinnier arrow sits closer to the center line of the string/bow limb. That's what makes them a little more versatile from the stand point if tuning.
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