Broadheads are enough to get a lot of bow/crossbow hunters excited, and there’s a lot to know about broadheads. They are designed to cause critical damage to game, and a lot of them will cause large-diameter wounds to animals.
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Broadheads can also be used if you’re just looking to shoot targets, this can be particularly useful if you’re looking to ease into bow/crossbow shooting.
With these factors in mind, let’s take a look at some of the different broadheads on the market and see which broadhead you should go for.
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Rage is one of the leading companies in lethal technology. The Rage Crossbow X increases penetration and features a 2’’+ cutting diameter and ultrasharp.035’’- thick stainless steel blades, which are large enough to tackle the largest of big game, and this makes it the top broadhead on the market today.
The Ferrule Alignment Technology ensures proper flight, and the shock collar blade-retention system ensures consistent slip-cam blade deployment.
[amazon box=”B00AU6DAHY”]The point of the broadhead is very sharp; it will cut on impact. After the broadhead lands, the blades located just behind the tip of the broadhead open up and will cause further damage to the target it hits. This broadhead will leave a massive blood trail if it hits an animal. The massive leading edge increases the momentum of the arrow, creating a larger entry and a cleaner kill.
The broadhead is specifically designed for crossbows and flies like a field tip and gives the hunter a clear advantage over the game they are hunting.
We were very impressed with this broadhead; we didn’t head out game hunting, but when used on targets, the flight of the broadhead was very good, and it penetrates deeply. If you’re looking to try a new broadhead, then the Rage Crossbow X comes highly recommended.
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The Swhacker SWH00207#207 broadhead blade design provides bow hunters with two separate cutting edges. The first set of edges known as the wing blades are used for cutting the hide of an animal and penetrating the first set of ribs.
The wing blades are used to open the broadhead and are much smaller than the main blades, and the main blades are used to penetrate the vital organs of an animal, making for a cleaner kill.
[amazon box=”B00K0LJV6I”]The broadhead is made from anodized aircraft aluminum and comes in packs of three. The manufacturer has put a lot of care and attention into the design on this broadhead. One thing we noticed was that this broadhead works well even if you have to take heavily angled shots, of course, in an ideal world you wouldn’t have to take shots at uncomfortable angles.
Animals can move quickly and having a broadhead that flies well helps to ensure that any angled shots land well on your target.
When we tested the broadhead, we found it comfortably penetrated between 6-8 inches deep, which is enough to cause serious damage to whatever target the broadhead hits. The inch cut of the broadhead really will cause serious damage to whatever your shooting at.
We were very impressed with this broadhead, and if you’re looking for a tough, reliable, razor-sharp broadhead, then the Swhacker SWH00207#207 could be for you.
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If you’re looking for a broadhead that causes bone-crushing penetration and is fitted with a hardened steel Trocar tip, then look no further than the Muzzy broadhead. The Trocar tip provides maximum penetration and enhanced flight stability.
The broadheads come in a pack of 3 and in weights of 75, 100, and 125 grams. The broadheads are made from stainless steel, so they are tough to the touch and made from a sturdy material.
[amazon box=”B000HX2G0C”]The broadheads provide a 13-16’’ cutting diameter that will leave a sizable hole in whatever type of game you choose to shoot. The 0.020’’ blades that are attached to the side of the broadhead will cut through the hide of an animal and will fly fast through the air.
When testing the Muzzy broadheads, we found they comfortably penetrated between 4-6 inches, and they didn’t bend or look damaged at all after use.
Muzzy broadheads are made in the USA and are one of the leading brands in fixed-blade broadheads. These Muzzy broadheads are razor sharp and are very easy to assemble and tune. All the shots we took with the Muzzy broadheads were very accurate and provided great penetration.
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The Ramcat Hydroshock broadheads are some of the deepest penetrating fixed blade broadheads in the world. These broadheads incorporate proven aircraft technology and are the first fixed broadheads that fly exactly like a field point when shot from any bow at any speed.
When shooting the broadhead, we found that it flies straight and will produce a 3-8’’ entry cut into an animal, particularly a deer.
[amazon box=”B003WHLA1Q”]The 0.032-inch, rear-sharpened, stainless steel blades are silent in flight, so an animal won’t hear the broadhead coming. The blades on the broadhead are razor sharp to the touch and come in a concave scoop design, which allows the air to flow over the fletchings on the back of the broadhead and ensures a smooth flight.
The broadhead will pivot as needed to keep the arrow driving on impact even when coming into contact with bone.
There are three broadheads included with the pack, and they have field point accuracy and are deadly quiet in flight. The broadheads are lightweight, weighing just 2.4 ounces so they will feel lightweight in your crossbow and will fly well into your target.
These broadheads are particularly lethal, so if you’re looking for broadheads to strike down the game you’re hunting, then the Ramcat Hydrochock broadheads will do just that.
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If you prefer broadheads with no side blades, then the G5 Outdoors Premium montec broadhead could be what you’re looking for. The broadhead is made from carbon steel and is razor-sharp to the touch. The broadhead has a 16-inch cutting diameter, so it will cause a serious amount of damage to anything it comes into contact with.
The blades on the broadhead cannot be replaced, but if you wanted to sharpen the blades, then you can do with a flat whetstone. Due to how sharp the blades of the broadheads are, they will easily cut through deer and elk but are also suitable to take down coyotes, bears, and other game.
[amazon box=”B001SH1MCO”]The Montec broadheads are highly durable. The blades are tapered and are molded with a singular piece of steel, which makes them tough to destroy. The Montec is easy to use and is a bestseller among hunters. The broadheads fly through the air very well and will leave a wide blood trail when it makes contact with an animal.
It was nice to use a broadhead that was just made from a singular piece of steel. Having no side blades ensures that the broadhead doesn’t get damaged easily, and providing you keep the broadheads sharp they will last for a long time.
The only downsides to the G5 Outdoors Premium montec broadheads are they are quite loud when whistling through the air and can be inaccurate if not properly tuned. Overall, the montec broadheads are very sharp and will cut through most game effortlessly.
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The NAP Spitfire pack comes with three broadheads. When the tip of the broadhead connects with its target, three side blades are released, which will cause serious damage to any type of game it comes into contact with.
Next to the side blades, you’ll see small screws that you can tighten to make sure the side blades and the main blade stay secure. NAP broadheads have included a wrench in the package that you can tighten these screws with.
[amazon box=”B003DR12YU”]When shooting the broadhead, we found that it is very accurate, we tested it out from 20 yards and were very impressed with the flight of the broadhead and the accuracy of where it landed on our target. The amount of penetration that the broadhead gave is certainly enough to take down an animal. The side blades will slice through skin or the hide of the animal that you’re shooting at.
When we pulled the broadhead out of the target, we didn’t see any signs of damage, so the broadheads will last a long time and stay in good condition should you take care of them. The broadheads are lightweight, weighing just 2.4 ounces, so they fly well through the air. NAP has done a great job of producing a broadhead that is razor-sharp, aerodynamic that delivers pinpoint accuracy.
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At first look the RAGE Hypodermic broadheads look particularly menacing, The deadly design of this broadhead is aimed at giving it the power to bring down large fame. Rage states that the aerodynamic design of the hypodermic makes it extremely tough and that it offers more penetration than any other Rage broadhead to date.
The 100 grain model of broadhead offers at least a 2’’ penetration, and the 0.35’’ stainless steel blades are razor sharp to the touch.
[amazon box=”B00AU6DEB6″]These broadheads were extremely accurate when we tested them, the flight of the broadhead was very straight through the air, which meant it landed exactly where it needed to on the target.
It’s also worth noting that we saw no significant damage to the broadhead when we retrieved it from the target. The side blades stayed close in-flight and opened almost instantly upon impact.
The broadheads are also lightweight, which helps with their ability to fly through the air efficiently. A practice head is also included with this pack, so if you’re just getting started with bow/crossbow shooting, then you have a good chance to perfect your technique and accuracy with a practice head before moving onto the real thing.
This broadhead will certainly cause plenty of damage to any kind of game you plan on hunting, and with a tough design and menacing look, the Rage Hypodermic is one of the most dangerous broadheads on the market today.
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The USA made Muzzy Trocar 3 blade broadhead is considered one of the top-ranked fixed blade broadheads on the market today. One of the first things you’ll notice upon shooting this broadhead is how aerodynamic it is.
It flies very well through the air, and this is complemented by the broadhead being lightweight. The total weight of the broadhead is just 1.6 ounces, which is another positive of this broadhead.
[amazon box=”B00AU6D6NM”]The side blades will remain closed before the broadhead comes into contact with its target, which is great as it means the broadhead works just as it’s intended to. Each side blade has a thickness of .035 inches, which is the standard diameter for side blades on this type of broadhead.
The rearward deploying blades on the broadhead give it a massive 2-8 inch cutting surface. This size of cutting surface makes the broadhead particularly deadly when it comes into contact with an animal. This size of cutting surface means the broadhead is particularly useful for bringing down game such as deer or other mid-sized game.
The tip of the broadhead is made from hardened steel, so it won’t sustain damage easily and won’t need replacing often. The broadhead comes pre-assembled, so you don’t need to worry about trying to assemble all the different parts when you purchase the set of broadheads.
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The Slick Trick Magnum is a super-short broadhead designed to rival the flight and cutting diameter of mechanical heads. This broadhead comes with four blades that you can attach when you get the broadhead. These four blades will cause significant damage to the type of game that you’re hunting; this kind of broadhead is also suitable for target shooting.
[amazon box=”B0076LSQCU”]The broadhead flies through the air very well and was accurate when we tested it out. Accuracy really is the most important thing in a good broadhead. If the broadhead isn’t accurate, then it doesn’t matter how powerful it is.
The four blades give you “1 ⅛ inch cutting diameter and are extra durable. The blades are razor-sharp, so be careful when you’re opening up the pack for the first time.
The diameter of the blades is .035 inches, which, as mentioned earlier, is standard for most broadheads. The Slick Trick magnum broadheads are high-quality and offer everything you need in a broadhead.
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G5’s Outdoor Montec broadheads are similar to the G5 Outdoor Premium broadheads we looked at earlier. These broadheads come in a set of three and have a cutting diameter of 1″ to 1 ⅛” cutting diameter.
[amazon box=”B000IENPWS”]The broadheads come already assembled, so you don’t need to worry about assembling the broadheads when you pick them up. One thing we really like about these broadheads is that the strong tapered design makes the blades easy to resharpen. It’s always worth keeping the blades sharp; this will ensure that the broadheads remain in good condition and last for a long time.
The blades on these broadheads have a cut on contact design, which means they’ll do a lot of damage to the target they hit. The broadheads fly through the air well and are very aerodynamic and will hit the target you’re aiming at with precision.
Crossbow Broadhead FAQ’s
Now that we’ve taken a look at some of the different crossbow broadheads on the market today, let’s look at some of the common questions you may have when it comes to broadheads.
What Should Be Used to Screw on Broadheads?
There are three main ways to screw on broadheads. The first is called ‘riveting in,’ and all you need is a broadhead wrench and a special screw. Once you have the equipment, you can easily attach the broadhead to your bow. Usually, you will get a guide book with whatever broadhead you purchase which will show you how to screw it on properly.
A second method is tying the broadhead to the shaft section of the bow/crossbow you’re using, but this method isn’t advised unless you really have no other choice. The third method is gluing your broadhead onto the arrow, this can be done with hot or cold glue.
What Is the Only Arrowhead That May Be Used for Big Game Hunting?
The best and only type of arrowhead that should be used for big game hunting is the broadhead. Broadheads are usually razor-sharp and are built solidly enough to be able to bring down big game.
Where Should Broadheads Be Kept While Traveling to and From the Field?
Broadheads should be kept in your quiver when you’re traveling to and from the field. Many arrow injuries occur while loading or unloading equipment in vehicles, so to minimize any chance of injury or accident occurring, keep broadheads in a quiver whenever you’re not firing them.
What’s the Difference Between Mechanical and Fixed Blade Broadheads?
The biggest clue to knowing the difference between the different types of broadheads is in the name. Fixed blade broadheads are fixed in place and do not have any moving parts. This allows for greater penetration as there will be less force lost when the arrow hits its target.
The biggest downside to fixed blade broadheads is in their aerodynamics and flight path. Since there is a greater surface area exposed with a fixed blade broadhead, many hunters may find their shots are inconsistent without a well-tuned bow.
Mechanical broadheads, on the other hand, solve this problem due to having side blades attached, which act as wings when the broadhead is flying through the air. These side blades solve the flight problem that fixed blade broadheads can suffer from as they stay tucked into the head until impact when they then open up.
The downside to mechanical broadheads is that they are less durable than fixed blade broadheads. As they have more parts, then there is more of a chance that something can go wrong and a higher chance that a piece of the broadhead can break or that the side blades don’t open correctly upon impact.
Mechanical broadheads are usually more expensive than fixed blade broadheads, so this can be a factor in deciding which type of broadhead to go for.
Should I use Mechanical or Fixed Blade Broadheads?
The decision over which type of broadhead you should use will come down to what you’re using them for. If you’re just getting into bow/crossbow shooting, then you fixed blade broadheads may well be the better choice as they are cheaper and have fewer parts, and this can be useful as you get comfortable with bow shooting.
If you’re a bit more of an experienced hunter and you’re looking to use a broadhead that is going to cause the maximum amount of damage, then consider using a mechanical broadhead. Mechanical broadheads can be particularly useful if you’re going to be hunting larger game that will require greater impact and damage to kill.
Which Broadhead Is Right for You?
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If you have the budget, then it’s worth having a go with both types of broadheads. The truth is most hunters will have preference over which type of broadhead they prefer, and it can be a very individual decision and depend on if you’re comfortable using crossbows or if you’re just getting started.
If you’re looking for a broadhead to go for your crossbow, we’d recommend the Rage Crossbow X. This broadhead is razor sharp, accurate and has all the attributes you need to look for in a high-quality broadhead.
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