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Title: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Bullfrog 1 on December 17, 2012, 09:51:00 PM
What do guys like better for a thicker  core longbow?   Thanks.  Bill
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: kahunter on December 17, 2012, 10:47:00 PM
I have tried both, and prefer the EFA, although I thought the quality on the Kanati I had was a bit better.  Both are very nice quivers.  Can't go wrong either way!
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Bud B. on December 18, 2012, 04:45:00 AM
They both offer great models. Coin toss for me. I have one of each make and both are adjustable for thicker limbs, but the Kanati might have a larger range of limbs it would fit.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: ckanous on December 18, 2012, 05:39:00 AM
EFA
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Post by: doubleo on December 18, 2012, 05:50:00 AM
I like both. So flip a coin.
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Post by: JV Rooster on December 18, 2012, 06:21:00 AM
EFA
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Post by: Bullfrog 1 on December 18, 2012, 07:05:00 AM
Can I see installed pics?  Thanks
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Post by: Gdpolk on December 18, 2012, 08:01:00 AM
I perfer the Kanati Dual Arc because it is so adjustable.  If you aren't getting the adjustable one then I'd go with EFA.

I have my Dual Arc tuned so that when I release the string the top limb tip slightly rolls backwards causing the bow to fall into my grip rather than me having to grab the bow after the shot.  It's adjustability also allowed me to tune it to balance the weight just where I want it and position the feathers behind the limbs of my bow so they aren't sticking out in front of my bow brushing into stuff at the ground.  The adjustable length allowed me to spread my fletchings apart so my feathers don't make a velcro sound as they brush against each other when removing arrows while hunting.  The FDS strap system is also nice in that it allows me to quickly remove the quiver when wanted without the noise of the velcro straps if I'm hunting from a tree stand.  Lastly, the adjustable arcs let me put the quiver mounted in the center of my riser so that it doesn't affect limb movement.  This is important so that it doesn't affect the tuning of my bow/arrow combo; as a result, I can shoot the same arrows with the quiver on as without the quiver on the bow and they always go to exactly the same place.  When you have a limb-mounted quiver, you can't always achieve this.

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Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: ti-guy on December 18, 2012, 08:03:00 AM
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Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: ti-guy on December 18, 2012, 08:12:00 AM
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Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: LookMomNoSights on December 18, 2012, 09:20:00 AM
Own both.....use both....both are awesome!  The Kanati is a little more robust in build.  If you want to keep it super light with GOOD quality,  go with EFA. If you are a stickler for UNMATCHED quality with a little more heft,  go with Kanati.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Rick Richard on December 18, 2012, 11:35:00 AM
I have both and both are excellent quivers. I do prefer the EFA better as to the way it straps on to the bow...not much of a fan with the rubber straps on the Kanati.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: DeerSpotter on December 18, 2012, 01:24:00 PM
I had 4 EFA and tried a Kanati and went back to EFA.

They are good quality ,Stay secure on the bow, And don't take anything away from your arrow speed.

Carl
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: chanumpa on December 18, 2012, 01:49:00 PM
If you want feather weight,you cant beat EFA,Kanatis are excellant too.Cant go wrong either way.
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Post by: ishoot4thrills on December 18, 2012, 03:57:00 PM
I have had two Kanati strap-ons. Based on my experience with these, I see no reason to try any others.

Although I have owned other bow quivers before I owned the Kanati, I haven't tried an EFA.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Rob W. on December 18, 2012, 04:27:00 PM
I have owned both and prefer the EFA.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: T Lail on December 18, 2012, 05:02:00 PM
Both are excellant quivers....but I prefer EFA.....have two and daughter and son-in-law use EFA also.....
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Post by: TOEJAMMER on December 18, 2012, 05:11:00 PM
Kanati.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Steelhead on December 18, 2012, 05:20:00 PM
I echo whats been said.Both are great quivers and its gonna depend on what you are looking for.

The kanati is super tough and strong.Very well made!Its heavier.

The EFA is very nice and I generally opt for it on a lighweight longbow.

I think some guys are gonna like the extra massweight of the Kanati on a longbow and some are not.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: longbow guy on December 18, 2012, 06:01:00 PM
EFA
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Post by: WRV on December 18, 2012, 09:34:00 PM
I own 4 EFA quivers and would use nothing else. The design and quality are second to none. the customer service can't be beat either. Don and Karen are both fantastic to deal with. We have a great time at the Tuesday night shoots too. Don, Aaron and myself showed the young guys how it is done this evening.   :archer2:  Can't go wrong with an EFA
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: 2fletch on December 19, 2012, 07:36:00 PM
It's good when people can say nice things about one product without saying anything negative about another.
I believe that both of these are great product lines, and you are to be commended for saying good things about both.

Can you imagine what new products we might have in the future for you? All we need is a little encouragement.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Marc B. on December 19, 2012, 08:52:00 PM
I have both and have uses for each. Both are well made and work as intended. Don and John have both been very fair in their dealings with me. I don't think you can go wrong with either.

EFA
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Kanati
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Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: FarmerMarley on December 20, 2012, 11:44:00 AM
I echo what has already been said, and it has been said before..I think there are several threads comparing the two, and each maker has it's group of fans on TG.

It looks like EFA is going to have some interesting new products coming out and Kanati has lots of innovative designs also. I would say that weight and attachment systems might be the deciding factor for you, other than that it's personal preference and looks.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: RLA on December 20, 2012, 02:11:00 PM
Kanati makes a pretty awesome quiver, there the Cadillac of quivers, just my opinion

EFA's are nice also, lot's of great quivers to choose from these days

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Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: John Dill on December 20, 2012, 03:42:00 PM
I'd buy 6 EFA quivers and 6 Kanati quivers in each model. You can't go wrong there.  :D    ;)  

Merry Christmas Tradgang!!!!
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: 2fletch on December 20, 2012, 05:36:00 PM
I agree with you John. Merry Christmas to you and family. Also, Merry Christmas Tradgang.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Marc B. on December 20, 2012, 05:41:00 PM
Sounds like a quiver conspiracy has been hatched    :biglaugh:  

Merry Christmas guys!
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: South MS Bowhunter on December 20, 2012, 09:39:00 PM
Merry Christmas John and Don! Both great quivers and both have their place, preferences, and quirks   :biglaugh:  It's up to you to decide which one based on your wants.

The Kanati is one tough dude, quality, and come in several models and the adjustments are endless.  Have not tried the EFA but have friends who own them and they are quality products too.

To me the biggest difference is in the weigh category and it's not a lot depending on what model you're choosing.  Try and find someone who has one to try out would be the best approach or attend one of the larger shoots with vendors, John and Don may be there selling so try them out.
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: ti-guy on December 21, 2012, 09:36:00 AM
I've post the exact same topic 2 years ago and guess wich one I've ordered...Both of them!! Kanati for my FireHawk longbow and 2 EF for my kids longbow.I choose Kanati for the way I could angled the arrows,the EF are unbeatably featherweight.2 great quivers.My Kanati is showned mounted on page 1. Merry christmas to all.   :)    :archer2:
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: slayer1 on December 21, 2012, 09:55:00 AM
EFA for sure. I own 6 of them. They work geat on the thicker long bow limbs!
Title: Re: EFA or Kanati quiver??
Post by: Keefer on December 21, 2012, 06:52:00 PM
I have both and the best thing I like about them is they are made in America by two talented men...God Bless ya both and Merry Christmas!
                           Keefers <><