If you would like to shoot a little faster, you can try using 400 grain arrows. The arrows in the package are 425 grain (including field points).Due to the speed of the Buck Commander, I highly recommend using carbon arrows as opposed to aluminum arrows.Any 22″ crossbow arrows will work perfectly well.However, some people might need a few days of practice to get comfortable with the weight distribution on the Buck Comander. Overall: very accurate at even long range. With a little practice, shooting 2″ groups from 50+ yards away will not be the slightest problem. The 360+ FPS shooting speed provides for very straight arrow fligh.The scope included with the package holds zero perfectly and there’s no need for frequent adjustments, making shots very consistent.The grip, foregrip and shoulder plate are exceptionally comfortable and make holding and aiming this x-bow a real pleasure.The Buck Commander is somewhat on the eavier side (8.1 lbs.), so if you’re used to shooting lighter crossbows expect to wait a few days before you get used to the weight and begin to shoot very accurately.The weight distribution is overall well-balanced, however I would have liked for a little more weight to be shifted closer to the body and away from the front of the crossbow.Overall: actual KE and FPS are very close to the values advertised. Remember that KE will deteriorate by around 1.7 ft-lbs per 10 yards, and that using heavier arrows will increase KE. My tests indicate it’s closer to 122.4 ft-lbs. Advertised point-blank kinetic energy is 126 foot-pounds.My chrono tests (5 arrows fired indoors, average taken) show 361 FPS when using the 22″ arrows in the package. Shooting Speed and Kinetic Energy Of The Buck Commander Very smooth pull even when trigger assembly isn’t being constantly lubricated.of trigger pressure match the results of my test (3.51 lbs.). Overall: I tried hard to find something I did not like about the design or the way the crossbow feels, but failed. Whiplash cams included, just like in all of Barnett’s top x-bows.This makes it downright impossible to dry fire the Buck Commander. The ADF mechanism will automatically lock the trigger once the crossbow is cocked, and will only allow you to pull the trigger once an arrow is seated.Arrow retainer seems to have been built from quality materials, and is not something that will need replacing a few months down the line.The design of the stirrup also allows for a more secure cocking procedure (it’s highly unlikely for the crossbow to slip from underneath your shoe). The foot stirrup is built into the riser, giving the crossbow that awesome aggressive look it has.It’s also positioned low enough to keep your thumb away from the arrow rail. Fore-grip is made from thermal materials (seems to hold on to heat really well).Shoulder plate is wide and tall no annoying recoil is felt and the crossbow is comfortable to aim – no need to constantly re-position the rest on your shoulder until you find the “perfect” spot.The pockets keep the limbs securely attache, but at the same time provide for a bit of leeway, helping disperse residual energy better and making the crossbow very quiet to shoot.The Barnsdale laminated limbs have a split design, slightly increasing shooting speed when compared to “full” limbs.Like all Barnett crossbows, the Buck Commander is beautiful to look at, and looks better in real life than on the pictures you see online.First Impressions: Design, Durability, Safety Make sure to attach the quiver mount before you secure the riser to the stock. Use the provided bolt and Allen key to secure the riser to the stock.Screw in the arrow quiver mount to the bottom of the stock.Follow the illustrations carefully and you’ll be done in 10-15 minutes. Make sure to read the assembly instructions in the manual from start to finish before you begin the assembly process. Hunting broad-heads are not included, and you’ll need to get some extra string wax (the tube provided with the package will run out quickly).
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