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Title: 11/32 instead of 5/16 I think I messed up
Post by: NewtoTrad2008 on March 05, 2009, 10:02:00 PM
I bought some 11/32 Zwickey Black Diamond glue on broadheads and the matching screw in adapters, I tried a dry fit on my Heritage 150's and they are a little wide. I am assuming I should have picked up the 5/16ths but they didn't have any at the local shop. Will it make a difference if I use the 11/32 or should I get the 5/16?
Title: Re: 11/32 instead of 5/16 I think I messed up
Post by: wharvey on March 05, 2009, 10:09:00 PM
It is my understanding that if the shaft is smaller than the broadhead you get better penetration.
Title: Re: 11/32 instead of 5/16 I think I messed up
Post by: Jason R. Wesbrock on March 05, 2009, 10:16:00 PM
Matt,

It doesn't make a lick of difference. I'd wager that most guys (myself included) who use 5/16" shafts use 11/32" broadheads.
Title: Re: 11/32 instead of 5/16 I think I messed up
Post by: Fletcher on March 05, 2009, 10:31:00 PM
I use 11/32 heads on 5/16 woods all the time.  Works great and makes for less breakage at the head.
Title: Re: 11/32 instead of 5/16 I think I messed up
Post by: Buckeye Trad Hunter on March 06, 2009, 10:11:00 AM
If the point is bigger than the shaft you're okay.  What you don't want is the shaft to be bigger than the point.
Title: Re: 11/32 instead of 5/16 I think I messed up
Post by: Orion on March 06, 2009, 10:57:00 AM
The 11/32 heads are also bigger and heavier than the 5/16 heads.  I consider that a plus.
Title: Re: 11/32 instead of 5/16 I think I messed up
Post by: Boneyard Bowhunter on March 06, 2009, 07:08:00 PM
You can grind off some of the end that goes on the shaft and it will fit better.