I've been shooting NAP Hell Razors for the last 5 years with really good results. I am interested, however, in switching to a two-blade for a couple of reasons a.) to explore the better penetration claim and b.) change my archery landscape a bit. I haven't shot two blades since my bleeder-less Bear Razorheads of my youth. Lay some suggestions on me. Best, MT
Grizzly-Magnus-Zwickey cannot go wrong with any of the three
Simmon's
Grizzly are great heads
QuoteOriginally posted by okla bearclaw:
Grizzly-Magnus-Zwickey cannot go wrong with any of the three
I have a lot of friends who shoot Magnus and swear by them. Leaning that way.
Best, MT
I bought a box of tapered cedars from the 60s with Bear Heads on them. It turns out that they are still great heads.
I think a lot will depend on what weight you are wanting to shoot. I am having a hard time finding a good one that is 150gr.
Magnus I or Zwickey Deltas for me. I like the wider cuts these two have.
160 gr. STOS. They shoot true and are easy to sharpen. They have a tanto tip for strength.
Depends on what weight you are getting into and how much you want to spend. I'm partial to Zwickeys and Magnus because they are reasonably priced and sharpen well for me.
You mention you've had great success with Hellrazors. Have you gotten complete pass throughs with them, or only partial pass throughs? If its a penetration issue, a single bevel, near 3:1 ratio two blade would be a good choice, such as a Grizzly. They come in many different weights, so finding the right head should be easy. If penetration is not an issue, a 3 blade would probably produce better blood trails. Personally I would choose a Magnus I, Zwickey Delta, or a Simmons Tree Shark if you want great 2 blade blood trails.
I love the ACE journeyman 160 . VPA penetrators
Lots of good ones mentioned. I picked up some Grizzly heads recently and can't believe how sharp they get. Haven't tested them on an animal yet, but I'm very pleased so far.
I'm a big stos fan. Don't see me changing anytime soon
I agree with okla bearclaw. You will not go wrong with any of these suggestions. I would think most any common popular brand name would serve well, because if they were lousy they would not draw great popularity to begin with.
I'm hunting with Steelforce 2-blades (with bleeders) this season. I can't testify as to their hardiness yet, but they feel pretty stout and fly very well for me. They sharpened up very well with my sharpening block.
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Ace and Zwickeys, time proven, great heads.
All the above are great suggestions. Its the Zwickey Eskimo for me.
Anyone use muzzy phantom w/o the bleeders? Makes a 200gn 2 blade...
Simmons shark. They penetrate wonderfully and make a big hole. I honestly cant think of a better head for anything in North America outside of perhaps bison. And then itd still be a simmons.
+1 on the simmons. Just nasty
Big Ole ACE Mike. Holed a lot of critters with the Express. Easy on the pocket as well.
I just picked up some 185 Grizzly heads from Bill Dunn to try this fall. I will keep you posted on my efforts with them. Very nice head, and get sharp fast. Also easy on the pocket.
Have fun
CTT
I prefer two blade broadheads and my preferences are Stos, Maguns II and Rib Tec. All have done well by me on whitetails.
All are wasy to keep sharp and hold up well.
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I've used the Magnus I since their beginning and love them. If you choose the 4 blade model you have the option to use it as either a 2 blade or 4 blade if you decide to make a change.
The 4 blade is 150 gr. w/bleeder in place... 135 gr. without bleeder. They also make a 160 gr. 2 blade. All are bomb proof.
The Magnus II if you want a narrower head... 1 1/4".
Thanks for all the suggestions. To answer a question posed, few pass-thrus with the 3 blades. Also, upon inspection, saw how ribs diverted the travel (possibly caused by the reaction of animal)course of the arrows. I'm looking forward to trying out...probably all...of the ones mentioned here. Best, MT
Eclipse is another good choice. Also cost effective with a lifetime warranty. If you bend it or break it, send it back to 'em and they'll replace it. A great feature if you have the "occasional" errant shot like I do! :knothead:
For me it is the Simmons interceptor. Awesome flight, and things die really quick.
What are you all using to sharpen those 2 balde BHs.
Just switched over to Simmons Landsharks and so far I am really impressed..... now to see one of those famous blood trails for myself
Here's what I use to sharpen my broadheads. Works great for me.
http://www.3riversarchery.com/xblock+diamond+broadhead+sharpening+system_i5025_baseitem.html
In 1953 I started out with 2 bld heads. Over the years I shot 3 and 4 bld heads with good results then about ten years ago I went back to the 2 blade. For the last 7 or 8 years I've been using the Ace Super Express and I really love that head. It's strong, sharpens easy, fly's great and it's reasonably priced...what more could you ask of a broadhead.. :dunno:
Ace heads have been around longer than I have and that's a LONG time :eek:
http://www.acearcherytackle.com/
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If you are looking at glue on broadheads, I honestly can't think of a "bad" one that is still in production.
LOTS of good choices available.
The old school design single bevel Eclispe is an awesome broadhead.
Teflon, traditional look, but single bevel.
You will have to order them direct from Eclipse though I think.
I use Magnus Stinger 2-blades. Seem to work just fine.
For me I don't think you could go wrong with any of the broad heads that ACE Archery Tackle offers.
Dollar for Dollar I think they are the best head on the market.
Been using 150gr. Magnus Stingers with great success. Recently picked up some Grizzly broadheads. I'm really liking them as well. :thumbsup:
Bill
Will definitely pick up some new broadheads this week. Magnus, Ace and others.
Glue on, Zwickey Delta's. Screw in, Magnus Stinger's.
zwicky delta