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Title: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: mand0ralen on February 29, 2012, 03:35:00 PM
Hi all,

Do you have any feedback regarding these predator Hunter DX models (the less expensive one in futurewood) ?

Do they compare to the custom ones in terms of efficiency, quality and durability ?


Your help /toughts will be much appreciated before i order one of them at 3RA.

Best regards and take care of you.

++M
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: jerry womble on February 29, 2012, 04:15:00 PM
Predators are fine bows in every respect. Quick, quiet and easy
to tune. I have 3 of them with 1 of the new metal risers. It has 1 of the most comfortable grips I've ever had. The limbs from 1996
to present are all interchangeable! You will be happy with it!

Jerry
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: mongoose on February 29, 2012, 09:01:00 PM
I have 2 predators. One is the hunter model and the other is the classic. Top shelf bows!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: blueslfb on March 01, 2012, 01:21:00 AM
Only difference is cosmetic.  I have owned thre hunter model along with a custom model. No diff in shooting characteristics. IMO
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: SERGIO VENNERI on March 01, 2012, 02:31:00 PM
Predators are great recurves, quiet,stable, fast! They are probably the best deal in traditional archery as per performance to cost ratio!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: Blaino on March 01, 2012, 03:34:00 PM
from the looks of Blacky's testing they should be smooth even for long draw guys.....
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: PeteA on March 01, 2012, 08:17:00 PM
Bought a Hunter in October. I didn't really like the future wood look so I asked Mike if he could make me an old school version out of solid Bubinga. Got it in 6-8 weeks as promised. Love the bow. 46@28, I draw 27.5. Shoot 2016 aluminums with 125 heads. They zip. Great looking bow, great shooting bow. You can't go wrong!
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: PeteA on March 01, 2012, 08:19:00 PM
Forgot to mention, the grip is great. Shoot exactly the same as the custom. Custom could be a little heavier depending on woods. Get the 60 inch. Mike said it's the best performer.
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: mand0ralen on March 22, 2012, 05:01:00 PM
hello,

just to let you know: just ordered a predator Hunter DX in 45@28 in 60" today.

Will keep you posted ...

best regards,

M
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: kibok&ko on March 22, 2012, 06:24:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by mand0ralen:
hello,

just to let you know: just ordered a predator Hunter DX in 45@28 in 60" today.

Will keep you posted ...

best regards,

M
thanks
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: PeteA on March 29, 2012, 01:10:00 PM
Good luck with the new bow!
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: Coonbait on March 29, 2012, 09:55:00 PM
Love mine! Custom Classic 60" 56# @ 28". You'll be happy with your choice!
Glenn
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: bayhunter on March 30, 2012, 08:04:00 PM
can some post some pics?
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: mand0ralen on April 30, 2012, 04:01:00 PM
Hi all,

Well, it's finnaly there ! Predator Hunter DX, 60" (as Pete suggested) and 45@28 (i draw 28, and the bow is actually 45 at this DL, well done guys).

I finnaly bought the brown hunter DX, i think it's more natural (personnal choice) but the black one seems nice too.

First findings: After a quick initial setup (BH at 7.5 and + 6mm for the nocking point), i chose to try my GT 3555 at 28,75 + standard insert and 125gr field point (3D setup).

I have shot about 100 arrows yesterday with it now and i can say it's a shooter. Will try to get it through a chrono soon.
Overall it's a very nice piece of equipement:
- shoot where you look
- great grip (i have big hands^^)
- heavyweight for added stability
- seems to beable to last forever !
- affordable for the common guy

By the way will accept arrows suggestions ^^ i shot what i had in stock !

Best regards,

M
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: kibok&ko on April 30, 2012, 05:28:00 PM
thanks to you for this report, fell free to include somes pics    :campfire:
Title: Re: Predator Hunter DX - feedback ?
Post by: JV Rooster on April 30, 2012, 07:22:00 PM
Enjoy your new bow.