A new set from the same company, the ones they sell now are the right ones. I bought this extra set when I bought the crossbow. Unfortunately it's not uncommon for manufacturers to put stuff out there without them being thoroughly tested in this day and age, I guess. But it really likes the sets they sell now.
Rich! I hope you read this comment~ Because of your review I laid aside my Ravin R26 and bought this bow. Also bought the Trident pure silicone grease, and too found it very hard to apply. So, I went in and found one of my older bolts, looked through my gun cleaning attachments and found a "30 cal." swab that actually screwed right into my bolt! Long story short - cocked the bow, dipped the swab in the grease, ran it up the rail track one time, totally lubed the rail areas needing lube, job done! Swab can be removed from the bolt, placed in a small plastic baggie and can be attached to your uncocking bolt in seconds, totally transportable resolution to lubing the rail on this magnificently designed bow. All that said, I still have my R26, however this bow seems much more "carry friendly" and love the added bonus of foot stirrup serving as a stand. Watch all your and Genevieve's videos I thoroughly enjoy and look forward to them. Thanks for your efforts!
Looks like to .much .one and work..an excall you only need a spare string and get out there. Many yrs never changing scope. String. String up night b4 and go fill a tag. And no worries of SHTF BECAUSE IF ITS NOT AN Excalibur. Ya got to Cary a heavy annoying press a string can do. Yep I'll say it again.everhthing is work and garbage. Buy all those older Excalibur's👉🧠🧠
I’m going to get the same crossbow that you have. After Christmas December 2024 I’m going to order the Killer Instinct X1 crossbow for $800 and 12 bolts for $70. I found a clearance for the crossbow and bolts that I can’t pass up. I’ll be using it for the last 2 weeks of the last deer season. Thanks Rich for the great review on this crossbow. ❤❤❤
All Hail Bungie! I got my first buck yesterday! 7 point. Right after i took the shot with my crossbow, i heard your after-shot music playing in my head. Thanks for teaching me enough to get my first buck!
Awesome video Rich! Mine (Xena) took a nice PA rifle doe today. Crossbow perfection indeed. Glad I could help you with the S&C change. Thanks for the shout outs and the awesome battery tool. It makes it SOOOO much easier to get that blasted cap back on. 😃👍
Great video, I have to get one for myself. Thanks for the series of fantastic crossbow videos you shared with everyone, they were very informative, and I look forward to more of them.
I'm using custom bolts from brokholder archery an they like 2 inches shorter but they still stick out enough to stab or cut u . So I will trim them up a little. Thank u for info. I bow hunt for 40 years but this crossbow stuff is new to me.
Rich I must say, I just ran across your channel about a week & a half ago & I'm addicted to your videos w/your dry yet hilarious humor as you seemingly 'naturally' add; along with your daughter as your sidekick (Very cool), while giving such fantastic & detailed 411 plus sincerely am impressed by your personal replies to as many of your responses as possible. BTW both nice bucks with your shhhweeet new X/Bow Setup man💯 I'm looking up that scope setup as soon as I quit typing my reply. Luv your shows, keep em 'coming 👍 - JW, Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia
Thank you for this, and for understanding that really I'm not trying to sell anybody anything but I'm really impressed with something and when I like a piece of gear, I will tell people about it LOL
My son and I had a great first ever crossbow hunt in Indiana with the Killer Instinct Boss 405, and harvested two beautiful bucks. We chose the Swhacker broadheads because of your videos and they performed perfect. Had it not been for your channel and website I don’t know if we’d have been so successful. Thank you, looking forward to more informative videos. P.S. since we flew from Alaska I didn’t like the size of crossbow hard cases so I took my crossbow apart and put it in a double rifle case. After putting it back together we checked zero and it was spot on.
I bought the swat x1 on ur recommendation and I love it took my second deer with a crossbow this season. It is very accurate out to 60 yards with the scope that comes with it
when you were looking into a new crossbow and bought the scorpyd i had recommended the x-1 as i knew you would love it. Glad you got some good bucks off it.
I really liked the SWAT XP back when I was trying out all those different crossbows, but wasn't allowed to shoot one at the shop I went to. For that reason I didn't look any further until I shot the X1 that a friend owned. I was hooked from day one I think. Lol.
Had a limb coming apart on my two year old K.I. Ripper 425. So bow shop did a trade plus a little cash and I got the Vital X. I like it better. Also bought the Death grip. Have a great day
I have been shooting an Excalibur since the 405 came out. It has shot nine bucks since my wife got it for me on our anniversary. I had to replace the limbs after the first year and it's been good since. I'm now looking for a new one and I think it's going to be a mission the main reason is because they put bearings in the cams instead of the limbs I don't know of any other crossbow that does that including ten point or raven that's how I made my choice it should last me the rest of the time I have left. I love listening to your videos keep it up thanks .
Thanks for the info. I really need that tool for the Burris . Great video. been working so much. I can’t get out myself but I will try. I just have until December.
The link is in the description for that tool, not too pricey! Good luck if you get out and I hope you do soon. I know all about working too much these days haha
Thank you for putting out very in-depth videos I'm a beginner crossbow Hunter first time ever i purchased a Killer Instinct crossbow Fiery 400 for 200 bucks at bass pro shops seen a lot of RUclips videos on all the other ones play the only RUclips video I received from the manufacturer on mine but not from the real other people that bought one did I make a goodbye or a not very good bye but thank you so much for your intake have a good blessed week to you and your family Daytona Beach Florida Mikey😊 and if anyone can let me know about that if it's good or bad
@@Deathbybunjie thank you sir yeah I feel a little bit more confident that it'll work good love watching your videos keep up the good work I just started watching your channel so I watch a lot of yours that are years ago good luck on your new job look forward to new videos have a good blessed week my friend all hail Bungie🤘🤘🤘🤙🤙🤙
I agree, game changer for sure! That $799 is a great deal, plus you can get a coupon code and another $100 rebate and get that price down to about $619 I am told!
So I bought my new crossbow Wrath 430X and found out quickly I need a new target! My compound target just doesn't stop this bolt. Maybe a video idea could be on crossbow targets for faster crossbows and heavier arrows.
The Dragon Claw arrows from Wyvern Creations. Are they to one's for the Mission crossbow? Cannot find anything that says Killer Instinct. Vane length or canter make any difference. I've heard that less twist on the vanes the better and a shorter vane. What have you found out with all your testing of the Swat X1.😊
There is limited vane clearance in the SWAT X1 Barrel so you have to be careful with them. I did not buy the ones for the mission specifically, I just bought their dragon claw arrows. I bet you can email them or call them to make sure though.
I’ll put those videos on my tvs during holiday parties for ambiance. But I haven’t found one that blazes like that. Not even the Hallmark Yuletide log!
Could you do a short video about fletching? Went to buy some lumenoks and they had 2" and 3.5" fletching.... hmmmm idk what one is better. pros and cons?
U give a lot good info. I have question. On that crossbow when u have it loaded does the arrow stick out in front of the bow. My wife has raven 26 an it does. It's kinda annoying an little dangerous
Even with the long swahacker, I think you can see in some of the videos that it does not stick out past the end. It definitely doesn't go past the stirrup. I know what you mean about safety and I like it the way it is. I don't like it sticking out either!
Thanks for posting the video. I can’t tell if the serving near the loops on the cams is coming off…they are spread out but not loose. But I think I will get the string replaced. When I get back from my work trip, I’ll bring it to local pro shop that services KI. Kind of disappointing to tell you the truth as I just bought this bow a few months ago but, I guess car manufacturers sell you new cars with tires these days good for about 30k miles max. Nothings ever really “perfect” anymore.
Yeah this isn't the only crossbow with issues right off the shelf either I'm sure but I will tell you that once you get the strings and cables replaced you won't have a problem long term with them if you Lube it well. It seems to be working very very well.
Thanks! I got an AR15 to 1911 converter from Natchez shooting supplies and 1911 grips off ebay. I can spend hours looking at 1911 grips on eBay I swear it's awesome
I'm really glad the Swat X1 is working out great for you. Killer Instinct has left such a bad taste in my mouth over the years when it comes to quality control on their crossbows. Having owned 4 different ones and 3 out of the 4 not making it pass say 50 shots on each of them with broken limbs, cables breaking etc. Going from heavy arrows to light arrows, nothing would make them shoot or perform correct for me. Plus, their customer service is non-existence. Heck even their own FB group is mostly issues with the crossbows they make. I just had to look at different companies to see what else was out there. I really like the look and style of the Swat and would love to get one to see how it does but so hard for me to spend the funds on a company that I personally had so many issues with their products in the past.
Hi Rick, just a thought. I am 72 and recovering from cancer surgery. Missed archery season this year for that reason. Looking forward I see a limited number of seasons in my indefinite future. I love my Excalibur crossbows but I think I need to go to something lighter and more compact. I do not want to spend a fortune with it being uncertain if or how much I can expect to hunt going forward. What I would love to see is some reviews (that can be trusted) on lower to mid price range crossbows. I would love to see such reviews from someone trusted - such as yourself and your daughter.
For what it's worth I am having a lot of fun with Killer Instinct this year and they make all variety of prices that's for sure in January we will start looking at new offerings from different companies also
I just watched your rant about Excalibur and have seen some of your other misgivings in other videos. This year I am hunting with my father in laws Horton just to prove that I actually enjoy hunting/want to continue before I drop real money on my own setup. I had been leaning toward Excalibur for the simplicity and so was surprised by your video. Is the whole lineup problematic? Or is it more an issue with their higher speed crossbows like the assassin extreme? My local archery supply only sells Excalibur because he got tired of dealing with the warrantee on strings from the ultra high speed models from various manufacturers.
Our bad experience was with a 355 micro. New limbs are an improvement maybe? We'll see. But I prefer more speed with a heavier arrow than the excals can provide anyway, and I don't want a crank...so there's that, too. Different strokes for different folks!
I started out with a tenpoint vengant 440 and sold it for a tenpoint stealth 450. Love it for turkey but after watching so many archery videos I decided to get a compound. I got the hoyt torrex. It's been very expensive to learn and get the thing dialed in but I'm hitting bullseye at 100 yards now. Have a month left to get my deer. I have 2 tags so I'm going for a doe first and a buck later. Love that you do these videos. I bought a camera and a tactacam that fits under the scope or onthe stabilizer. Kinda shy about filming myself though.
@@Deathbybunjie I started to hang a cheap yard sale Go Pro off to the side or down on a ladder rung a couple years ago. I also hunt black powder and the entire shot and aftermath is smoked out, can't see anything. I check go pro before getting out of stand and there is my shot, the aftermath, and where I need to go direction wise tracking the deer later. I would be lost without this tool, and it's great for crossbow for the same reason.
@@jeffhays1968 yes, I totally agree, you can't be having footage to look at before you decide when and where to track, that is a highly underrated benefit of filming!
Great video rich and congrads on the bucks. My question is on ur schwacker broadheads is it better using 125 gran or 150 gran with 150 lb draw weight. Thanks for ur helpful tips
Accuracy is number one, so make sure you are sighted in for whichever one you choose, but the smaller cutting diameter might be easier to push out the other side of the deer.
Thanks rich for the reply. New to crossbows used to shoot compound. Whats ur option on the Omega III scope looking at a Vital X combo with that scope. Thanks again for all ur helpful information.
@@EarlScyoc-km2qs I haven't used that scope personally but from what I've read it's a great option, Killer Instinct seems to really like them so they must set up nicely on those crossbows
I have not had the opportunity to use it in those temperatures yet, and not sure I want to haha but I will see soon I'm sure. Have you had issues with it in those temperatures?
The good thing is it has that forever guarantee which means no matter what happens to it they'll replace it or fix it. Forever. Regardless of who owns it. Pretty cool. That being said, I bought two new ones and one refurbished one. One of the new ones started acting funky and they replaced it in 2 weeks. The refurbished one wouldn't power up and they replaced that in 2 weeks. The other new one that I bought still works. So I have three. They are all working fine right now, knock on wood. I've done a bunch of videos on that scope, make sure you watch them before you spend money on them. But I really love them.
Totally get that, the Scopes can be had for under 700 bucks now and the crossbow itself you can get for around $619 with coupon codes and the $100 rebate from the company, really not bad considering what's involved and the fact that you have a lifetime warranty on both
So I pre ordered my X1 before they were available. My serial number is 31. I’m still using original strings and limbs. This is my 4th year and I’m just now noticing the right limb is starting to delaminate. I purchased two sets of limbs and strings two yrs ago just in case. I’ll change them out b4 next yr. What strings are you using?
That's still a pretty good run! When I bought the crossbow I bought an extra set of strings and cables. I just put those on and threw the old ones away. The ones that the company sells now are the right ones.
I bought my replacement set directly from the company when I bought the crossbow just so that I would have them and it turns out I use them sooner than I expected haha
@@Deathbybunjie I went ahead and bought a pair from killer instinct I plan on getting them put on soon as possible no need to risk it! I love this crossbow!
@@Deathbybunjie can you please post a link of the lumenox that you use for your swat x1 there's so many to choose from I'm trying to get the right size
@daltonisom6265 lumenok.com/ depends on the arrows that you use but if you use that nock selector you will be able to figure it out for sure, I use the GTC Style
Please tell me, I wish to buy that scope cover but there are 2 sizes to select from. Do you remember whether you chose the 12" to 17" or did you select the 14" to 20" scope cover?
Are you attaching the Scorpyd quiver to the X1 or just carrying it in? I still haven't figured out how to attach the quiver that the X1 came with. A big congrats on your very successful season!
I really like the Vital X, shot that and did some videos on that last fall and our next video has some of that crossbow too! But here's last year's video: ruclips.net/video/R4OzWom0EWU/видео.htmlsi=MS5tJRyGi3no0B8P
you might be interested in a finnish study archery vs bullet checkout joerg spraves latest upload, also the faster the bow the deeper the arrows goes into the ground. it is very strange that the bruising of the strings didnt get caught before final release of the bow, thats not exaclty quality control, thats what i would call a defective design and should be on them to replace the strings.
The X1 is the newer one and corrects some problems with the xp, i believe. It is a bit smaller and easier to handle, the crank system is better from what I am told, and it is a lot quieter. The XP shoots a little bit faster but that was one of the reasons they had problems with that model, I am told. I really like the feel of both of them. But the X1, the only one I've owned, no real complaints so far.
Poor OB....relegated to gathering dust over the mantel, having been replaced by the new girl in the stable. LOL After much deliberation, I decided to not replace my old Excalibur (ExoMax.....basically an updated OB) this hunting season, in favour of going back to a compound bow.
It’s got to be a bit overwhelming to carry this compact crossbow around and reap the benefits when your traveling or hunting in a blind, or in a stand after all the years of a gigantic crossbow. No more bumping things or the risk of running out of room.
Looks like an awesome setup. Alas I live in NY land of crossbow regulations. The Death Stalker would be legal but this setup would earn me a fine lol. Maybe NY will eventually step out of the Dark Ages. Live the fireplace b the way😂
Now if Burris could figure out how to put a “on/off switch” to power the scope off. Removing and reinstalling the battery at the end/start of every hunt is silly!
I just leave it in there, mine don't drain really fast but I have noticed the difference from one scope to the other, one of them that I have basically can go almost a year but the other one is only a month or so
Are you at all apprehensive about all the failures, poor customer support etc with Killer Instinct. I'm a lifelong Excalibur guy who ventured into the dark side with a Center Point crossbow and after one short year I scrambled back to Excalibur with my tail tucked. Shit kept me up at night man!
Not really, I think they all have problems these days. The only crossbow we've ever had here that broke a limb was an excalibur. But if you hunt with one long enough it's probably bound to happen. Except if it's Bunjie LOL 😆 Genevieve asked me to add that last part haha
I get that, the crossbow though you can get for around $619 when it is on sale and you use a coupon code and a $100 rebate from the company. And the Scopes are really coming down in price now as the season winds down.
😆 lol just really liking this thing AND sharing some issues with it at the same time...don't forget it was a rough summer with the scope and all, getting to this point!
@@melvingreen7733 LOL that's great, thanks, I have to admit that's mostly luck on my part and just picking the right place and time, but I do take credit for making some decent shots haha
Thanks for posting the video. I can’t tell if the serving near the loops on the cams is coming off…they are spread out but not loose. But I think I will get the string replaced. When I get back from my work trip, I’ll bring it to local pro shop that services KI. Kind of disappointing to tell you the truth as I just bought this bow a few months ago but, I guess car manufacturers sell you new cars with tires these days good for about 30k miles max. Nothings ever really “perfect” anymore.
What are you using for the Swat replacement Strings and Cables?
A new set from the same company, the ones they sell now are the right ones. I bought this extra set when I bought the crossbow. Unfortunately it's not uncommon for manufacturers to put stuff out there without them being thoroughly tested in this day and age, I guess. But it really likes the sets they sell now.
Rich! I hope you read this comment~ Because of your review I laid aside my Ravin R26 and bought this bow. Also bought the Trident pure silicone grease, and too found it very hard to apply. So, I went in and found one of my older bolts, looked through my gun cleaning attachments and found a "30 cal." swab that actually screwed right into my bolt! Long story short - cocked the bow, dipped the swab in the grease, ran it up the rail track one time, totally lubed the rail areas needing lube, job done! Swab can be removed from the bolt, placed in a small plastic baggie and can be attached to your uncocking bolt in seconds, totally transportable resolution to lubing the rail on this magnificently designed bow. All that said, I still have my R26, however this bow seems much more "carry friendly" and love the added bonus of foot stirrup serving as a stand. Watch all your and Genevieve's videos I thoroughly enjoy and look forward to them. Thanks for your efforts!
I'll try this and let you know~@@MichaelLakota-vc4tk
Looks like to .much .one and work..an excall you only need a spare string and get out there. Many yrs never changing scope. String. String up night b4 and go fill a tag. And no worries of SHTF BECAUSE IF ITS NOT AN Excalibur. Ya got to Cary a heavy annoying press a string can do. Yep I'll say it again.everhthing is work and garbage. Buy all those older Excalibur's👉🧠🧠
SHTF and your battery dies on you.. your ass not be in my squad. And I'll use my 75 grains. Just don't be an enemy.🤷
I’m going to get the same crossbow that you have. After Christmas December 2024 I’m going to order the Killer Instinct X1 crossbow for $800 and 12 bolts for $70. I found a clearance for the crossbow and bolts that I can’t pass up. I’ll be using it for the last 2 weeks of the last deer season. Thanks Rich for the great review on this crossbow. ❤❤❤
Love the blazing fire in the background
That crossbow set up is definitely worth the BUCKS pun intended.😊
Lol indeed 😄
Thank you for putting out teching quality and entertaining videos.
All Hail Bungie! I got my first buck yesterday! 7 point. Right after i took the shot with my crossbow, i heard your after-shot music playing in my head. Thanks for teaching me enough to get my first buck!
LOL that's fantastic, congratulations!
Those SWAT Magnum broadheads are awesome too! Shot a deer a couple of years ago and made a small fist size hole in a deer
Awesome video Rich! Mine (Xena) took a nice PA rifle doe today. Crossbow perfection indeed. Glad I could help you with the S&C change. Thanks for the shout outs and the awesome battery tool. It makes it SOOOO much easier to get that blasted cap back on. 😃👍
Great video, I have to get one for myself. Thanks for the series of fantastic crossbow videos you shared with everyone, they were very informative, and I look forward to more of them.
I'm using custom bolts from brokholder archery an they like 2 inches shorter but they still stick out enough to stab or cut u . So I will trim them up a little. Thank u for info. I bow hunt for 40 years but this crossbow stuff is new to me.
I’m happy for you man I just can’t seem to get away from my excaliburs mag340 been great and my new 380 loving it too
Rich I must say, I just ran across your channel about a week & a half ago & I'm addicted to your videos w/your dry yet hilarious humor as you seemingly 'naturally' add; along with your daughter as your sidekick (Very cool), while giving such fantastic & detailed 411 plus sincerely am impressed by your personal replies to as many of your responses as possible. BTW both nice bucks with your shhhweeet new X/Bow Setup man💯 I'm looking up that scope setup as soon as I quit typing my reply. Luv your shows, keep em 'coming 👍 - JW, Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia
Well, thanks for this! Hope to keep them coming. Good luck down there!
Terrific!!! Thank you for the info about the arrows
Rich, another great video, I really appreciate your candid and honest opinions.
Awesome video, thanks for all your research and honest opinions.
Thank you for this, and for understanding that really I'm not trying to sell anybody anything but I'm really impressed with something and when I like a piece of gear, I will tell people about it LOL
Pile drivers, 150 grn Magnus buzz cuts, mine is pushing 362 ish,hence speed ring setting
Accuracy very good way out there,if need be
Happy Holidays!
Can't beat that!
@@Deathbybunjie No Sir
I’m very excited for you in finding such success with this rig! Lightweight, smooth handling and great performance.
Aren’t crossbows awesome!
Indeed!
My son and I had a great first ever crossbow hunt in Indiana with the Killer Instinct Boss 405, and harvested two beautiful bucks. We chose the Swhacker broadheads because of your videos and they performed perfect. Had it not been for your channel and website I don’t know if we’d have been so successful. Thank you, looking forward to more informative videos.
P.S. since we flew from Alaska I didn’t like the size of crossbow hard cases so I took my crossbow apart and put it in a double rifle case. After putting it back together we checked zero and it was spot on.
That's great to hear, congratulations!
I bought the swat x1 on ur recommendation and I love it took my second deer with a crossbow this season. It is very accurate out to 60 yards with the scope that comes with it
That's great, I am also very happy to hear about the scope! Congrats on the deer too.
when you were looking into a new crossbow and bought the scorpyd i had recommended the x-1 as i knew you would love it. Glad you got some good bucks off it.
I really liked the SWAT XP back when I was trying out all those different crossbows, but wasn't allowed to shoot one at the shop I went to. For that reason I didn't look any further until I shot the X1 that a friend owned. I was hooked from day one I think. Lol.
Had a limb coming apart on my two year old K.I. Ripper 425. So bow shop did a trade plus a little cash and I got the Vital X. I like it better. Also bought the Death grip. Have a great day
I do like that Vital X, good luck 👍
I have been shooting an Excalibur since the 405 came out. It has shot nine bucks since my wife got it for me on our anniversary. I had to replace the limbs after the first year and it's been good since. I'm now looking for a new one and I think it's going to be a mission the main reason is because they put bearings in the cams instead of the limbs I don't know of any other crossbow that does that including ten point or raven that's how I made my choice it should last me the rest of the time I have left. I love listening to your videos keep it up thanks .
Thanks for the info. I really need that tool for the Burris . Great video. been working so much. I can’t get out myself but I will try. I just have until December.
The link is in the description for that tool, not too pricey! Good luck if you get out and I hope you do soon. I know all about working too much these days haha
Thank you for putting out very in-depth videos I'm a beginner crossbow Hunter first time ever i purchased a Killer Instinct crossbow Fiery 400 for 200 bucks at bass pro shops seen a lot of RUclips videos on all the other ones play the only RUclips video I received from the manufacturer on mine but not from the real other people that bought one did I make a goodbye or a not very good bye but thank you so much for your intake have a good blessed week to you and your family Daytona Beach Florida Mikey😊 and if anyone can let me know about that if it's good or bad
Nothing wrong with that crossbow in my opinion, for $200 that's a pretty good deal! Good luck out there!
@@Deathbybunjie thank you sir yeah I feel a little bit more confident that it'll work good love watching your videos keep up the good work I just started watching your channel so I watch a lot of yours that are years ago good luck on your new job look forward to new videos have a good blessed week my friend all hail Bungie🤘🤘🤘🤙🤙🤙
@@Deathbybunjie Mikey Daytona Beach Florida
The Burris Oracle X is the best piece of equipment I own. What a game changer! Also, KI has a sale on the Swat X1 and the case for $799
I agree, game changer for sure! That $799 is a great deal, plus you can get a coupon code and another $100 rebate and get that price down to about $619 I am told!
@@Deathbybunjie wow thanks for sharing
Could you post a link to the mount you use for the tactacam? Love the channel! Thanks
Unfortunately I don't think they sell them anymore, that's the topic of an upcoming video.
So I bought my new crossbow Wrath 430X and found out quickly I need a new target! My compound target just doesn't stop this bolt. Maybe a video idea could be on crossbow targets for faster crossbows and heavier arrows.
That is a great topic and it is coming during Crossbow Appreciation Month!
Check out some g5 megameat broadheads! I bought a new 400fps crossbow and am amazed at the performance with the megameats!
The smaller size has been so handy for me in the treestand. That alone was worth the purchase.
I had no idea all these years how helpful the smaller footprint is
The Dragon Claw arrows from Wyvern Creations. Are they to one's for the Mission crossbow? Cannot find anything that says Killer Instinct. Vane length or canter make any difference. I've heard that less twist on the vanes the better and a shorter vane. What have you found out with all your testing of the Swat X1.😊
There is limited vane clearance in the SWAT X1 Barrel so you have to be careful with them. I did not buy the ones for the mission specifically, I just bought their dragon claw arrows. I bet you can email them or call them to make sure though.
@@Deathbybunjie thanks. You now have my wife saying, "All hail Bunjie".
Rich - that’s a hell of a blaze you’ve got going on behind you!
It’s a tv lol
@@jeremyskoczelak2262 Yes, i assumed that was the case. Still a hell of a blaze, though.
I’ll put those videos on my tvs during holiday parties for ambiance. But I haven’t found one that blazes like that. Not even the Hallmark Yuletide log!
Great video! Probably too expensive for my social security budget! 🦌
They're coming down in price this time of year and there are other good xbow options out there too
Could you do a short video about fletching? Went to buy some lumenoks and they had 2" and 3.5" fletching.... hmmmm idk what one is better. pros and cons?
100% will do this this year, I'm gonna make some customs and this is a big part of it
U give a lot good info. I have question. On that crossbow when u have it loaded does the arrow stick out in front of the bow. My wife has raven 26 an it does. It's kinda annoying an little dangerous
Can you shorten the bolts
Even with the long swahacker, I think you can see in some of the videos that it does not stick out past the end. It definitely doesn't go past the stirrup. I know what you mean about safety and I like it the way it is. I don't like it sticking out either!
I suspect (Jim) one-eyed archer is one of those guys who can fix anything.
Ha! I wish! 😂
How do you choose the other Bunjie family members over this rig now?
This will be my first time hunting big game by the way
Good luck!
Thanks for the tips. Very informative.
Decided on a Ravin 10X for my first crossbow we’ll see how it handles.
That's a classic for sure! Good stuff, good luck!
Thanks for posting the video. I can’t tell if the serving near the loops on the cams is coming off…they are spread out but not loose. But I think I will get the string replaced. When I get back from my work trip, I’ll bring it to local pro shop that services KI. Kind of disappointing to tell you the truth as I just bought this bow a few months ago but, I guess car manufacturers sell you new cars with tires these days good for about 30k miles max. Nothings ever really “perfect” anymore.
Yeah this isn't the only crossbow with issues right off the shelf either I'm sure but I will tell you that once you get the strings and cables replaced you won't have a problem long term with them if you Lube it well. It seems to be working very very well.
Very nice info. Thank you.
Where did you get the grips . They look good
Thanks! I got an AR15 to 1911 converter from Natchez shooting supplies and 1911 grips off ebay. I can spend hours looking at 1911 grips on eBay I swear it's awesome
I'm really glad the Swat X1 is working out great for you. Killer Instinct has left such a bad taste in my mouth over the years when it comes to quality control on their crossbows. Having owned 4 different ones and 3 out of the 4 not making it pass say 50 shots on each of them with broken limbs, cables breaking etc. Going from heavy arrows to light arrows, nothing would make them shoot or perform correct for me. Plus, their customer service is non-existence. Heck even their own FB group is mostly issues with the crossbows they make. I just had to look at different companies to see what else was out there. I really like the look and style of the Swat and would love to get one to see how it does but so hard for me to spend the funds on a company that I personally had so many issues with their products in the past.
I totally get that, that's why they make different ones, good luck out there!
I purchased 4 Centerpoint crossbows, the Wrath 430, 2 Wrath 430X's, & an Amped 425- so far no issues with them. Made in Taiwan, so far, so good.
Hi Rick, just a thought. I am 72 and recovering from cancer surgery. Missed archery season this year for that reason. Looking forward I see a limited number of seasons in my indefinite future. I love my Excalibur crossbows but I think I need to go to something lighter and more compact. I do not want to spend a fortune with it being uncertain if or how much I can expect to hunt going forward. What I would love to see is some reviews (that can be trusted) on lower to mid price range crossbows. I would love to see such reviews from someone trusted - such as yourself and your daughter.
For what it's worth I am having a lot of fun with Killer Instinct this year and they make all variety of prices that's for sure in January we will start looking at new offerings from different companies also
I just watched your rant about Excalibur and have seen some of your other misgivings in other videos. This year I am hunting with my father in laws Horton just to prove that I actually enjoy hunting/want to continue before I drop real money on my own setup. I had been leaning toward Excalibur for the simplicity and so was surprised by your video. Is the whole lineup problematic? Or is it more an issue with their higher speed crossbows like the assassin extreme?
My local archery supply only sells Excalibur because he got tired of dealing with the warrantee on strings from the ultra high speed models from various manufacturers.
Our bad experience was with a 355 micro. New limbs are an improvement maybe? We'll see. But I prefer more speed with a heavier arrow than the excals can provide anyway, and I don't want a crank...so there's that, too. Different strokes for different folks!
I started out with a tenpoint vengant 440 and sold it for a tenpoint stealth 450. Love it for turkey but after watching so many archery videos I decided to get a compound. I got the hoyt torrex. It's been very expensive to learn and get the thing dialed in but I'm hitting bullseye at 100 yards now. Have a month left to get my deer. I have 2 tags so I'm going for a doe first and a buck later. Love that you do these videos. I bought a camera and a tactacam that fits under the scope or onthe stabilizer. Kinda shy about filming myself though.
Definitely a benefit to filming the shots...I learn a lot from that and retire before making tracking decisions. 👌 good luck!
@@Deathbybunjie I started to hang a cheap yard sale Go Pro off to the side or down on a ladder rung a couple years ago. I also hunt black powder and the entire shot and aftermath is smoked out, can't see anything. I check go pro before getting out of stand and there is my shot, the aftermath, and where I need to go direction wise tracking the deer later. I would be lost without this tool, and it's great for crossbow for the same reason.
it's close enough to turn in the direction I need, not spooked a deer yet doing it either.
@@jeffhays1968 yes, I totally agree, you can't be having footage to look at before you decide when and where to track, that is a highly underrated benefit of filming!
@@Deathbybunjie Should get a better rig than a yard sale go pro, LOL. Works for me though.
Would u have a link or name to the racket tool used for set screws?
Try this amzn.to/3QTJD7G
Good luck!
Great video rich and congrads on the bucks. My question is on ur schwacker broadheads is it better using 125 gran or 150 gran with 150 lb draw weight. Thanks for ur helpful tips
Accuracy is number one, so make sure you are sighted in for whichever one you choose, but the smaller cutting diameter might be easier to push out the other side of the deer.
Thanks rich for the reply. New to crossbows used to shoot compound. Whats ur option on the Omega III scope looking at a Vital X combo with that scope. Thanks again for all ur helpful information.
My mistake it was fatal X ore the boss 405.
@@EarlScyoc-km2qs I haven't used that scope personally but from what I've read it's a great option, Killer Instinct seems to really like them so they must set up nicely on those crossbows
Thanks again rich.
Have you had any troubles with the scope not range finding in sub 30 degrees?
I have not had the opportunity to use it in those temperatures yet, and not sure I want to haha but I will see soon I'm sure. Have you had issues with it in those temperatures?
@Deathbybunjie Yes, my last three hunts it has quit rangefinding when the scope got too cold.
Central Michigan
I know crossbows are capable of yardage but I would not recommend shooting past 30 are you going to do or possibly do wounded deer
What kind of recommendations you give on the Oracle? Out of how many have you had issues. I don’t want to waste money if it has a lot of issues?
The good thing is it has that forever guarantee which means no matter what happens to it they'll replace it or fix it. Forever. Regardless of who owns it. Pretty cool. That being said, I bought two new ones and one refurbished one. One of the new ones started acting funky and they replaced it in 2 weeks. The refurbished one wouldn't power up and they replaced that in 2 weeks. The other new one that I bought still works. So I have three. They are all working fine right now, knock on wood. I've done a bunch of videos on that scope, make sure you watch them before you spend money on them. But I really love them.
@@Deathbybunjie okay thank you so much
So how much do you have wrapped up in this set up. Being on social security i would be hard pressed to convince my wife to purchase this setup...lol.
Totally get that, the Scopes can be had for under 700 bucks now and the crossbow itself you can get for around $619 with coupon codes and the $100 rebate from the company, really not bad considering what's involved and the fact that you have a lifetime warranty on both
So I pre ordered my X1 before they were available. My serial number is 31. I’m still using original strings and limbs. This is my 4th year and I’m just now noticing the right limb is starting to delaminate. I purchased two sets of limbs and strings two yrs ago just in case. I’ll change them out b4 next yr. What strings are you using?
That's still a pretty good run! When I bought the crossbow I bought an extra set of strings and cables. I just put those on and threw the old ones away. The ones that the company sells now are the right ones.
Who did you get your replacement strings from? My serial number starts with 1130
I bought my replacement set directly from the company when I bought the crossbow just so that I would have them and it turns out I use them sooner than I expected haha
@@Deathbybunjie I went ahead and bought a pair from killer instinct I plan on getting them put on soon as possible no need to risk it! I love this crossbow!
So when do we get a reverse draw Swat X1?
That is something that people have proposed by the way kind of interesting
Wow i have a x1 that is made in 11/01/2020 of 1500 looks like ima have to get it restringed
Keep an eye on them and make sure you don't see serving separation or fuzzy strings sticking out and maybe you're okay, good luck
@@Deathbybunjie can you please post a link of the lumenox that you use for your swat x1 there's so many to choose from I'm trying to get the right size
@daltonisom6265 lumenok.com/ depends on the arrows that you use but if you use that nock selector you will be able to figure it out for sure, I use the GTC Style
Great video bud hey do u know or recommend company for after market string and cables I have different crossbow than u
I've had really good luck with America's best bow strings over the years
@@Deathbybunjie thanks I will try them for my new strings and cables
Please tell me, I wish to buy that scope cover but there are 2 sizes to select from. Do you remember whether you chose the 12" to 17" or did you select the 14" to 20" scope cover?
I use the medium, 12 to 17 in, hope that helps!
@@Deathbybunjie, it helps perfectly. Thanks
Are you attaching the Scorpyd quiver to the X1 or just carrying it in? I still haven't figured out how to attach the quiver that the X1 came with. A big congrats on your very successful season!
Thanks! I just clip that quiver to my bag and then to the treestand or whatever. I don't like them on the crossbow usually.
I also don’t keep my quiver affixed to the bow. Carry it with a pack or use the case to carry it. The case wears as a backpack.
I got a question I have a mag 340 I love bought a micro 380 thinking about selling it and buying vital x what you think of that bow your opinion?
I really like the Vital X, shot that and did some videos on that last fall and our next video has some of that crossbow too! But here's last year's video: ruclips.net/video/R4OzWom0EWU/видео.htmlsi=MS5tJRyGi3no0B8P
@@Deathbybunjie thank you
Will my Tactacam mount fit okay on that rail on top
Mine does
@@Deathbybunjie sweet
you might be interested in a finnish study archery vs bullet checkout joerg spraves latest upload, also the faster the bow the deeper the arrows goes into the ground. it is very strange that the bruising of the strings didnt get caught before final release of the bow, thats not exaclty quality control, thats what i would call a defective design and should be on them to replace the strings.
Hey buddy what is differences between the do and x1 you have
The xp and. X1 what is differences
The X1 is the newer one and corrects some problems with the xp, i believe. It is a bit smaller and easier to handle, the crank system is better from what I am told, and it is a lot quieter. The XP shoots a little bit faster but that was one of the reasons they had problems with that model, I am told. I really like the feel of both of them. But the X1, the only one I've owned, no real complaints so far.
@@Deathbybunjie thanks buddy
all hail bunjie
Indeed!
Sweet bow
I enjoy your dry humor in your videos. I must tell you, I wanted to be a comedian once too, but I was afraid people would laugh at me .
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What happened to the Scorpyd?
I must have missed the video when he got rid of that crossbow also
Still have it...just really liking this setup these days
Poor OB....relegated to gathering dust over the mantel, having been replaced by the new girl in the stable. LOL After much deliberation, I decided to not replace my old Excalibur (ExoMax.....basically an updated OB) this hunting season, in favour of going back to a compound bow.
The OB will still get some use, good luck out there!
It’s got to be a bit overwhelming to carry this compact crossbow around and reap the benefits when your traveling or hunting in a blind, or in a stand after all the years of a gigantic crossbow. No more bumping things or the risk of running out of room.
I am certain that my history with the big crossbow has affected what I think of the small one that's for sure, you are 100% correct
Got mine today
Shooting 471 grains
Sweeeeeeet!!!!
Looks like an awesome setup. Alas I live in NY land of crossbow regulations. The Death Stalker would be legal but this setup would earn me a fine lol. Maybe NY will eventually step out of the Dark Ages. Live the fireplace b the way😂
Fireplace lol, yes that's one reason I do like the death stalker, good luck up there!
@@Deathbybunjie Thanks. Took my first decent buck with my xbow this yr.
Nice crossbow I eating my deer tag this year didn't get a deer
Sorry to hear that but hang in there, also hope you had a great time
Boy how depressing my swatx1 shot 390.4 grains at 381fps at 440.5 grains at 362fps
About the same as mine
@@Deathbybunjie how many fos are you getting with 440 grains
@@Deathbybunjie 490 grains was 347fps
@@stevenhicks815 I don't know offhand I'd have to go back and look at my notebook to see if I wrote it down but I suspect it's very similar to yours
@stevenhicks815 actually maybe not I am getting 360 with a 478
You know your serious when your scope is almost as big as your crossbow!
LOL I know, an interesting combo
@@Deathbybunjie looks very effective.
Now if Burris could figure out how to put a “on/off switch” to power the scope off. Removing and reinstalling the battery at the end/start of every hunt is silly!
I just leave it in there, mine don't drain really fast but I have noticed the difference from one scope to the other, one of them that I have basically can go almost a year but the other one is only a month or so
Are you at all apprehensive about all the failures, poor customer support etc with Killer Instinct. I'm a lifelong Excalibur guy who ventured into the dark side with a Center Point crossbow and after one short year I scrambled back to Excalibur with my tail tucked. Shit kept me up at night man!
Not really, I think they all have problems these days. The only crossbow we've ever had here that broke a limb was an excalibur. But if you hunt with one long enough it's probably bound to happen. Except if it's Bunjie LOL 😆 Genevieve asked me to add that last part haha
It is my understanding that Burris has a software update that fixes the battery drain
Yes, that is what I am told also! I guess you have to send it in for that which is a good idea to do in the off-season perhaps.
There should be no drain on the battery when you aren’t using the scope!
Agree 100%, I am told that it is a firmware update to fix it but you would have to send the scope and have that done.
I duplicate you enforcer. Much appreciated, I enjoy mine also. Had same problem with cables
Good to hear, best of luck to both of us
Como fazer pra ganhar uma de presente
I have no idea! Lol.
Does this mean the slick black Cadillac Scorptd is permanently benched? Lol
Nothing is permanent in this world haha
@@Deathbybunjie when should we see Bunjie 3.0 again? Lol
if i have to go on an unknow planet with only a crossbow I will take an old excalibur
Man my wife is not gona be happy when I buy one of these lol
Lol it's the holidays
👍😃✌️🦌
Me getting several moose with my $700 crossbow setup…..
Enforcer good, aint you bradfords D.A. now? Or the prosecutor, guess they mean same thing more or less
It's official in January woohoo!
Too expensive for us poor boys lol
I get that, the crossbow though you can get for around $619 when it is on sale and you use a coupon code and a $100 rebate from the company. And the Scopes are really coming down in price now as the season winds down.
Just try to get any customer service from Killer Instinct! Non existent.
My experience has definitely been good
Get you some lithium batteries..may get more life out of them
Just rub it in
😆 lol just really liking this thing AND sharing some issues with it at the same time...don't forget it was a rough summer with the scope and all, getting to this point!
I was more or less talking about the two nice back to back bucks lol
@@melvingreen7733 LOL that's great, thanks, I have to admit that's mostly luck on my part and just picking the right place and time, but I do take credit for making some decent shots haha
Thanks for posting the video. I can’t tell if the serving near the loops on the cams is coming off…they are spread out but not loose. But I think I will get the string replaced. When I get back from my work trip, I’ll bring it to local pro shop that services KI. Kind of disappointing to tell you the truth as I just bought this bow a few months ago but, I guess car manufacturers sell you new cars with tires these days good for about 30k miles max. Nothings ever really “perfect” anymore.