How long is the string on a Barnett Recruit crossbow?

32.938” long
This custom string is made specifically for the Barnett Recruit crossbow. The string is 32.938” long and the cables are 17.625” long.

What is the best string to use for a crossbow?

If the crossbow has steel cables, then the crossbow string needs to be made from dacron, just like recurve crossbow strings. If the cables are synthetic, the best crossbow string material to use would be a dyneema material, such as D97 for your crossbow string.

Why does my crossbow string keep breaking?

Bolt Not Seated Tight Against the String Probably the number one cause of broken crossbow strings is the bolt not being seated tight against the string. If the bolt isn’t tight, the string will jump over or under the bolt, resulting in a dry fire effect. Many times when this happens: The bow will be louder than normal.

How far will a Barnett recruit crossbow shoot?

The Barnett Recruit might be a small crossbow, but you can expect big things from it as a hunter, as long as you’re within the “highly accurate” range of your game. I took the Recruit moose hunting, and managed to get within 35 yards of a nice-sized bull moose.

How many FPS is a Barnett recruit crossbow?

Features / Specifications

Draw Weight: 130 lbs
Speed: 330 fps (measured using a 380-grain arrow)
Kinetic Energy: 91.9 ft lbs (2017 model)
Axle to Axle: 16.125″
Overall Size: 34.25″ Long x 18.25″ Wide

How much does it cost to restring a crossbow?

Typically, this can cost between $70 and $250, depending on the specific bowstring that you buy as well as how much the professional charges for the work. It’s a relatively quick and easy process as most archery specialist shops have the right restringing equipment.

How long is a crossbow string good for?

A: There is no set amount of time for a crossbow string. Many factors contribute to the life of your crossbow string. The care and maintenance of your crossbow string is a large factor on how long it will last. A good rule of thumb is to change your crossbow string every 2 years but most seem to go 4-5 years.

What is D97 bow string?

Traditional D97 Flemish Twist Bow String Dynaflight (D97) is a high strength, extremely durable bow string material with very low creep. This Traditional D97 Flemish twist bow string takes 16 strands of this amazing material to create a bow string ready for the challenges of high performance longbows and recurve bows.

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