I hunted with mega meats last season and had success on a turkey with it. I put one through a coyote but never recovered it. Both were complete pass throughs with lots of blood. My string maker at my bow shop swears by them so i gave them a try. I cant say im in a hurry to use them again, but i wouldnt say never again either. The year prior i hunted eith montecs and had great success. Ive killed 5 deer in total with montecs/m3s and been happy. Its a shame to hear they struggle with holding an edge. This season i am looking into using the magnus black hornet, which is the broadhead that lead me to finding this channel. I just got magnus shipment of broadheads delivered to my bow shop so ill be picking some up soon. Thanks for your review and your insight. Its always good to see a fellow illinois bow hunter.
I'll be shooting the SEVR 1.5 here in Africa. I love the long range acuuracy af a mechanical broadhead and the SEVR 1.5 has awesome penetrating abilities and is by far the most durable mechanical I have ever seen
Hey man, followed you here from tiktok. Good info, I support most all of your opinions, save the coldsteel cheap shots... You are too nice, that sh!t does not belong on the end of any arrow that will be shot at any animal.. My quiver is slicktrick standards and rage hypodermic no collors l, love and trust them both. Keep it up
Great video! I started using Wasp Boss 125g on my crossbow and bow last year, unreal performance I was very happy to see the penetration (complete pass threw, center shoulder bone on a whitetail at 25 yards with a 300fps crossbow) and the blood trail was one of the best I had!
I got some mega meats & I shot 3 deer, the ground & a stump with the same head. I only ever had to change one blade. I did sharpen the blades after each shot.
Great review 👏 I'll be shooting SEVR 2.0 for the second season. My son killed 4 deer last year with SEVR 2.0 one was his best buck todate. I killed my biggest buck to date last season with the SEVRs as well a 169" Iowa brute🏹🦌 Good luck this season Brother hunter. God bless.
The montec has the same bevel angle as VPA 3 Blade, muzzy one, Magnus snuffer, and annihilator for just a few to reference. If you can’t get them sharp, it’s not the bevel angle.
I may not fully agree with your list, but you have good points and research to back you up. The Montecs could be so great but they are dull out of the pack. You can get them sharp , and then they are deadly!. Years ago I had a broadhead testing website and an entire scoring system. While at the ata show I spoke with the owners of g5 and the discussion became a bit heated when I mentioned the heads dullness.
Shot Iron Will single bevel last year, the deer I shot broke the shoulder joint on entrance and full penetration ad deer went 60 yards after it severed the top of the heart! Already sharpened and ready for this season!!!
I absolutely love the G5 dead meats! I decided to keep shooting them and it worked. My dad felt the same as me and switched to the mega meats and let’s just say he doesn’t shoot G5 anymore.
for a fixed head i find tooth of the arrow XL to be intriguing , just ordered some, hopefully will be able to test on a deer. John lusk's test proved to be impressive. i have been using swhackers (hate the name) 2" cut 100gr for years, actually around 13 deer killed with them, extremely effective, don't care about 1" entry when the deer usually only go 30-40yds. They're not the most durable, never bent a ferrule, but blades are easy to change. So many heads so little time....
I'll be using the black hornet 125s this year... however, with that being said. I love the cheat shot just for goofing around and small game... flying polymer never really screams "long lifespan"
After bow hunting for almost 60 yearsIve come to the conclusion a QUALITY American made two or 4 blade head IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE one in the long run. One with a good thick main body and /or smaller bleeder blades will IMOslice through meat easier and more effeciant than any mechanical one. Mechanical heads need and require energy to open the blades. This can cause less penetration as witnessed in hunting videos one after another. And you DO NOT NEED a 600+ grain arrow either. In my experience a 450 grain two blade going 270+ fps will pass through nearly every animal in America. 👍👍🙌🏻🏹
So, late to the party as usual haha. Very nicely done vid. I liked your explanations for your choices. I shoot Dirtnap DRT's, Blackwidow Arachnids, and Blackwidow widowmakers. I'm a big fan of the Blackwidow heads. They have held up great in this western environment.
I agree with you I knew the g 5 monteck was on the bad list I shoot Grimm reaper white tail special I've tried many different broadheads but the grim reapers are the best shooting broadhead and best wound channel I found they're pretty consistent
Used the wasp sharpshooter this season and so far so good, American made at a solid price; shot a buck with em and had a clean pass through and buried deep in the dirt, blades held up good, I had major issues with the grim reaper penetration in the past…enjoyed the video
I just found your channel. Shooting a Mathews Triax with Black Eagle Zombie Slayer arrows brass insert with 100 grain heads. I ordered some Sevr 2.0s to try, and will probably have a Slick Trick or Muzzy Trocar in my quiver also.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I got some Muzzy Trocar heads yesterday, and finally shot them today. Wicked sharp, and hit with my Slick Trick and field point at 40 yards. I’m very impressed. I see why all my bow hunting friends swear by them.
Grizzlystik Maasai is the sharpest factory broadhead I have seen. Edit: I am shooting Grizzlystik 240 w/250 Ethics insert and sleeve. For the head I am going with the Tuffhead Evo 300 single bevel reprofiled to to 25 degrees and a total overall weight of 920 grains.
Very good video if a broadhead is junk that is what it is and people should be informed of it i,m shooting a Massaia 200 grain broadhead right now total arrow weight 615 grains 250 spine arrow going to the Ramcat 125 grain diamondback with 250 spine arrow and loading up a little more FOC with some ethic archery gear around 550 to 575 grains.
Og Montecs were dull, could not get them sharp. Been looking at the Kudu. Will have B3 Destrukt and Exoskeleton in my quiver this season again. Adding the Zeus 175g and possibly Magnus. Best of luck the season!
I've been using the 100 gr bloodsport hybrid with the blade instead of the chisel. This far it's been my go to for 5yrs or so now. Mostly all testing on ground hogs & not so much deer.
Cheap shots are great for varmints, as long as you’re not using good arrows lol. But I’ve taken out many a ground hog and other pest with them. I would never consider using it for anything important though…
I'm going to start with the whitetail specials going to start with a doe early I'm the season and see how the penetration is out of my Mathews V3 at 65lbs with a 526 grain arrow
My personal opinion is accuracy!. For that reason I designed a new broadhead. Knowing g full well the market is full. I also designed a target tip that shoots exactly the same. Prototype will be done soon. Since I am a small time operations, just a cowboy maybe I can send some to you for testing. Thank you
Nice honest review! I'm surprised you didn't give slick tricks or muzzy trocars an honorable mention. Both fly great , penetrate very well, and are fairly durable. Best thing is if you shop around you can find them for 25 bucks or less.
Both are great broadheads. I recommend them quite a bit especially the trocars. I wanted to spot light some broadheads that I don't talk about a ton in this video.
I’m grabbing my first pack of broadheads today! Most likely getting some slicktricks. Idk if ima get the ones you gotta put together or the preassembled tho.
First time watching your channel and I like your honesty. I've been bowhunting well over 30 years and have seen a lot of different designs and have tried some that were not good and some that people would say we're junk and killed deer with them. I have subscribed...looking forward to more content.
I shot the G5 Mega meat or whatever the hell it is the mechanical into a room into a ride hard target foam Target when I pulled it out the blades ripped off if that tells you anything
Nicely done, I"m a big fan of MAGNUS, have used the Black Hornet serrated on hogs with much success. I'm surprised that you didn't like or test the Muzzy Trocar or WASP. Maybe you can test Tooth of the Arrow and Bishop at some point?
@@Chestthumperoutdoors Have you tested them shooting from a crossbow too? I found that the MAGNUS flew as accurately as target points! I'm also impressed with any Made in America brands!
Everything you have to say becomes invalid when you recommend a 2” cutting diameter over the top style grim reaper OVER a 2” cutting diameter rear deploying G5 Megameat. I understand holding it to the same standard and others open up but that’s the high quality design of the snap lock collars. There’s no question that those blades will stay closed until impact on hide. Rear deploying mechanicals (especially ones with large cutting diameters) will always reign superior to any over the top style mechanics. It’s a design thing. They’re just more efficient, more reliable, and you lose less energy on impact.
If u like sharp that stays sharp there r options & some u have reviewed. However if u want sharp that will stay sharp, not break & will stand the test of time w/o replacing blades then the podium gets a lot less crowded. Integrity over a long time is hard to find. If u r familiar with the DIY Sportsman than u know that he now has a wife. Since he married his wife ( I believe her name is Sam) he continues to shoot the Iron Will & she shoots the Valkyrie. With low poundage & a short draw length she is punching through deer like butter. She could go years with those same broadheads in her setup & never have a dull head. Brandon McDonald found both the Iron Will & Valkyrie had the least amount of pressure needed to punch through a hide. I believe the Valkyrie was something ridiculous like 4 lbs. of pressure. I know everyone has a budget but when considering that a pack of heads can last u decades w/o the grief or disappointments then u r saving time & money on an exponential level. 🤔 If u could buy tires for your truck or car which guaranteed 250,000 miles as long as the vehicle has good alignment like a bow must be with your arrows would u do it? I'm wondering how many people have that mindset? People keep knives for years & they keep them razor sharp. Maybe it's time to start thinking that way about broadheads which is what actually kills the animal & puts fine meat in your freezer. Thanks for your research & testing.
I dont disagree, however we dont always recover arrows. Its hard for many to stomach losing a $30 broadhead its also not with in budget for many. I couldnt afford tp lose $30 broadheads on the regular and I tend to lose at least 1 arrow a season. Its bad enough losing the $30 arrow.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I once was behind the counter @ an outdoor shop working on a bow. On the other side of the counter was the guy who owned it. He was the fishing pro Roland Martin. Evidently he likes hunting too. He fired 76 arrows that spring @ turkeys. I never asked him how many he lost but I'm sure the # was way up there. I don't think he knew much about matching an arrow to a bow or even how tight his arrow groups should be 🤔.
great video just what I was looking for I’ve shot many of these never the Grim Reaper thinking about trying it this year I hear it makes paint trails how’s the accuracy of them do you have a video on them
The only thing I don’t agree with you on is the mega meat 😂 I used the Montec this year and it’s garbage, they are very sharp and durable but I don’t like the way they fly
I’ll most likely stick with Kudu Contours and Cutthroats for my compound and Black Hornet Ser Razors for my crossbow this year. Any opinions on Slick Trick fixed heads?
How did you like the kudu for hunting? How was the blood trail ? I plan on using them for elk and moose this fall. I really like the way they fly. They shoot right with my field points I really like the design especially with 125 gr single bevel
Towards the end of this video I talk about the blood trail of the kudu and show a little of the blood trail. If you'd like to see it in action. ua-cam.com/video/7csYBIMDsMA/v-deo.html Overall I'm happy with them, the deer in that video didn't make it 40 yards.
Yes with a xbow, just roll o-ring up a little. Practice shoot with your broadhead then replace the crossbreed blades. My experience has been they fly like a field point though
So lll I watched your video and appreciate the info and content. I’m still on the fence of what broadhead to get . I’m strictly a white tail hunter and prefer something that shoots similar to my files points . I’m leaning toward the 100 grain black hornets 4 blade . I pull 60lb and looking for something that flyes well. Do you have any other suggestions thanks again
Really can’t go wrong with Black Hornet heads. Been using them for several years. 456 grain arrow. 60# bow at 27 1/2”. Pass thru on every deer I’ve shot (13 I believe). Pass thru on hogs to around 150#’s. Not a complete pass thru on larger hogs but the point is usually sticking out the far side. And they fly right with field points. Black Eagle Carnivore shafts.
I heart shot a doe with a 125 grain ramcat no joke sprayed a 15 foot long blood trail from exit wound she jumped and was dead when hit the ground but they don't fit in my quiver right so I us grim reaper now !
I’ve switched from crossbow to compound. What’s a good broadhead for 55-60? I used my rage heads and they don’t open up every Time especially the red shock collar. Im looking for more of fixed heads so I have guaranteed cut on contact.
I think I'm gonna grab a pack of true blue, and set it up with a Xecutioner Hybrid and see just how gnarly it will be, I got plenty of KE and Momentum with 585gr arrow weight coming in it 307 fps, off set every blad with vinyl washers so none of the blades are in line together
Being you like iron will would you or have you tested the single bevel broadhead from iron will and would they also be something you’d recommend for hunting
Did you try returning the iron will that hit the cinder block? They have a lifetime warranty but I don't know if they would honor it being you bought it second hand.
About two months ago I got a bear legit and I’m shooting 100 grain Swhacker Green Seen your videos on TickTock now I’m following your UA-cam so what do u think about my Set up
I started bow hunting last year. My bow shop didn’t take the time to work with me on form or make sure my equipment actually fit me. My release and D-loop were way too long, so I ended up with a 62 lbs draw weight and 27 inch draw length. This year I’ve been learning how to shoot properly. I’ve upgraded to a faster/heavier draw bow with an inch and a half longer draw length and much better form. I can practice out to 80 yards, where last year I was nervous shooting 40. Find a good pro shop and make sure your gear is fitted to you. Get some coaching. I don’t know your exact arrow total weight, but it sounds like it will be well under 400 grains. If you want more momentum/penetration, talk to your pro shop about building a heavier arrow. Good luck!
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I have no clue why you say broadside shots only for the hyperdrrmic? I think what you’re saying is true for any over the top expandable but having shot 50 plus deer now with Rage rear deploying heads from every angle, including extreme quartering shots, I’ve never had a single issue. You’re entitled to your opinion but per numerous in the field tests I do not agree about the need for a broadside shot.
@@ericbaker2023 I can tell you why on only broadside shots. I shot a buck las year at a quarter away. The shot was perfect at 30 yards. It hit the last rib and deflected down the side of the buck. It skinned the side of the deer and never entered the chest cavity. Luckily the deer head was turned so that the hyperdermic enter the base of the neck and cut an artery. The deer bled out in about 150 yards. I found the deer and could not believe how it performed.
Iron will does make a quality broadhead but to say that they use the absolute best materials is kinda false. A2 tool steel blades and a titanium ferrule is nice but by no means anything crazy. There are tons of knife steels out there that make A2 look like pot metal.
Youre talking seperate applications. What you need from a knife is different from what you need from a broadhead. Similar, but different. A couple other companies use A2, none that I know of paired with titanium, and one company uses what would be considered a superior metal, S7. Thats bishop and selling at around $200 a broadhead I don't bother putting them in the broadhead conversation because its such a small niche group thats willing to pay that for a broadhead.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors So you're telling me that broadheads and knives dont need edge retention and strength? Its not separate applications when they both do the same thing.
A sharp broadhead will cause more bleeding by creating a wound thats harder to seal and by cutting micro blood vesels that a dull broadhead would normally push out of the way. Sharpness and edge retention are the 2 most important factors on my testing.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors edge retention?? why? many don't care about using a head again, and are more than happy to use one head on an animal. the main goal is to kill/harvest the animal. whether the head can be shot again holds absolutely no relevance to me. all that matters is that it does it's job. penetration is a WAY more important factor to me than edge retention. getting a pass-through is a must. i want two holes in the animal, and the exit is the most important.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I have been watching and reading a ton of reviews for that broadhead and watched a lot of different broadhead test videos and that head has been in the top 5 75% of the time I would like to try them out next year for elk deer and bear
@@Chestthumperoutdoors AWESOME! Great to know!! CS is so important! Especially, when your behind the 8 ball. PS - I have Stingers in my quiver now. I may get another dozen arrows sometime. I'm going to make them 'college age' arrow. I I really don't need a full 'Adult arrow'. I'm going to change to BH Ser Razor for them. Also, damn! I saw the Cold steel arrows in online catalogs. I skipped over them. I can't believe someone made a plastic broadhead. The more interesting thing is, those who bought them as a serious contender. Probably the same folks that are on the website "People of Walmart". LOL! If you haven't got the one out; Just heat up an Allen key (Cherry red). Run it in the bh stem. Let cool. Then just unscrew it. Have a great season this year!
@@Chestthumperoutdoors i understand what you are saying but in the end... if you say that one of them is garbage or does not perform well at all or it dont fly strait because you tested it, then why would it be better for anyone else? wouldnt it be bad for me also? its like saying a vehicule is bad and has a 3/5 result for safety test but thats just my opinion because it might be better for you!? i liked your review but lets be honest here... if its tested and it fails for you then it will fail for me too.it does not help me in choosing one when you say that. in the end you still did a great job of reviewing them.
I use G5 monte k, have for several years. I've killed several deer with them. I just put them on the stone to touch them up and they blow right through everytime. I've had on problem with them, I'll keep using them.
"I don't expect any broadhead to fly into a cinder block and survive."
John Lusk: *heavy breathing*
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I hunted with mega meats last season and had success on a turkey with it. I put one through a coyote but never recovered it. Both were complete pass throughs with lots of blood. My string maker at my bow shop swears by them so i gave them a try. I cant say im in a hurry to use them again, but i wouldnt say never again either. The year prior i hunted eith montecs and had great success. Ive killed 5 deer in total with montecs/m3s and been happy. Its a shame to hear they struggle with holding an edge. This season i am looking into using the magnus black hornet, which is the broadhead that lead me to finding this channel. I just got magnus shipment of broadheads delivered to my bow shop so ill be picking some up soon. Thanks for your review and your insight. Its always good to see a fellow illinois bow hunter.
I'll be shooting the SEVR 1.5 here in Africa. I love the long range acuuracy af a mechanical broadhead and the SEVR 1.5 has awesome penetrating abilities and is by far the most durable mechanical I have ever seen
Have you tried iron will ?
Hands down the best broadhead out there
i shoot the Sevr Robusto 150 gr and i love them! i will have 2 Ironwill in my but my main will be the robusto.
Hey man, followed you here from tiktok.
Good info, I support most all of your opinions, save the coldsteel cheap shots...
You are too nice, that sh!t does not belong on the end of any arrow that will be shot at any animal..
My quiver is slicktrick standards and rage hypodermic no collors l, love and trust them both.
Keep it up
Great video! I started using Wasp Boss 125g on my crossbow and bow last year, unreal performance I was very happy to see the penetration (complete pass threw, center shoulder bone on a whitetail at 25 yards with a 300fps crossbow) and the blood trail was one of the best I had!
I have tried Grim Reaper and G5 Megameat....I prefer Grim Reapers. They have always worked better for me.
I got some mega meats & I shot 3 deer, the ground & a stump with the same head. I only ever had to change one blade. I did sharpen the blades after each shot.
I’ve been using the G5 montec a for a few years now and love them they are durable and you can sharpen them
Great review 👏
I'll be shooting SEVR 2.0 for the second season. My son killed 4 deer last year with SEVR 2.0 one was his best buck todate. I killed my biggest buck to date last season with the SEVRs as well a 169" Iowa brute🏹🦌 Good luck this season Brother hunter. God bless.
It’s great to see our True Blue Crossbreeds made your list! Thanks for the great review!
My prefered mech.
Max and Phil I’m sure will love hearing that!
The montec has the same bevel angle as VPA 3 Blade, muzzy one, Magnus snuffer, and annihilator for just a few to reference. If you can’t get them sharp, it’s not the bevel angle.
I may not fully agree with your list, but you have good points and research to back you up. The Montecs could be so great but they are dull out of the pack. You can get them sharp , and then they are deadly!. Years ago I had a broadhead testing website and an entire scoring system. While at the ata show I spoke with the owners of g5 and the discussion became a bit heated when I mentioned the heads dullness.
Shot Iron Will single bevel last year, the deer I shot broke the shoulder joint on entrance and full penetration ad deer went 60 yards after it severed the top of the heart! Already sharpened and ready for this season!!!
Iron will are top quality! Congrats on your deer!
I absolutely love the G5 dead meats! I decided to keep shooting them and it worked. My dad felt the same as me and switched to the mega meats and let’s just say he doesn’t shoot G5 anymore.
for a fixed head i find tooth of the arrow XL to be intriguing , just ordered some, hopefully will be able to test on a deer. John lusk's test proved to be impressive. i have been using swhackers (hate the name) 2" cut 100gr for years, actually around 13 deer killed with them, extremely effective, don't care about 1" entry when the deer usually only go 30-40yds. They're not the most durable, never bent a ferrule, but blades are easy to change. So many heads so little time....
I shot my first big mule deer with the tooth of arrow broadhead I like them a lot for a fixed head
I'll be using the black hornet 125s this year... however, with that being said. I love the cheat shot just for goofing around and small game... flying polymer never really screams "long lifespan"
I could 100% see it for small game.
The montec carbon steel is a great Broadhead. Stronger and sharper than regulars. Literal razors
Yes sir I been using them for years , they easy to resharpen too..
Picked up two packs of Black Hornet 125’s, after watching your test. Might be using on a moose/bear hunt.
Great choice!
After bow hunting for almost 60 yearsIve come to the conclusion a QUALITY American made two or 4 blade head IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE one in the long run. One with a good thick main body and /or smaller bleeder blades will IMOslice through meat easier and more effeciant than any mechanical one. Mechanical heads need and require energy to open the blades. This can cause less penetration as witnessed in hunting videos one after another. And you DO NOT NEED a 600+ grain arrow either. In my experience a 450 grain two blade going 270+ fps will pass through nearly every animal in America. 👍👍🙌🏻🏹
So, late to the party as usual haha. Very nicely done vid. I liked your explanations for your choices. I shoot Dirtnap DRT's, Blackwidow Arachnids, and Blackwidow widowmakers. I'm a big fan of the Blackwidow heads. They have held up great in this western environment.
Its a brand that flies under the radar for sure. They make good stuff though.
Great video Bud, personally I'm using the aero one Broadhead from crafted archery.. but I'll always be tinkering
I agree with you I knew the g 5 monteck was on the bad list I shoot Grimm reaper white tail special I've tried many different broadheads but the grim reapers are the best shooting broadhead and best wound channel I found they're pretty consistent
I’m shooting VPA Penetrator 250 grain heads on my trad arrows this year.
Used the wasp sharpshooter this season and so far so good, American made at a solid price; shot a buck with em and had a clean pass through and buried deep in the dirt, blades held up good, I had major issues with the grim reaper penetration in the past…enjoyed the video
Ill be tested the sharp shooters here before too long.
I just found your channel. Shooting a Mathews Triax with Black Eagle Zombie Slayer arrows brass insert with 100 grain heads. I ordered some Sevr 2.0s to try, and will probably have a Slick Trick or Muzzy Trocar in my quiver also.
All great options.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I got some Muzzy Trocar heads yesterday, and finally shot them today. Wicked sharp, and hit with my Slick Trick and field point at 40 yards. I’m very impressed. I see why all my bow hunting friends swear by them.
Grizzlystik Maasai is the sharpest factory broadhead I have seen. Edit:
I am shooting Grizzlystik 240 w/250 Ethics insert and sleeve. For the head I am going with the Tuffhead Evo 300 single bevel reprofiled to to 25 degrees and a total overall weight of 920 grains.
Look at g5 Stryker v2s
@@pestka7151 the Stryker is trash. The Montec is the best head G5 makes.
Very good video if a broadhead is junk that is what it is and people should be informed of it i,m shooting a Massaia 200 grain broadhead right now total arrow weight 615 grains 250 spine arrow going to the Ramcat 125 grain diamondback with 250 spine arrow and loading up a little more FOC with some ethic archery gear around 550 to 575 grains.
Og Montecs were dull, could not get them sharp. Been looking at the Kudu. Will have B3 Destrukt and Exoskeleton in my quiver this season again. Adding the Zeus 175g and possibly Magnus. Best of luck the season!
Kudu makes a quality product!
I've been using the 100 gr bloodsport hybrid with the blade instead of the chisel. This far it's been my go to for 5yrs or so now. Mostly all testing on ground hogs & not so much deer.
Do they come with a practice tip
@@kodystaley773 no they don't but it's easy enough to tighten the blades to where they don't open. Still a very bh & a favorite of mine.
Cheap shots are great for varmints, as long as you’re not using good arrows lol. But I’ve taken out many a ground hog and other pest with them. I would never consider using it for anything important though…
I'm going to start with the whitetail specials going to start with a doe early I'm the season and see how the penetration is out of my Mathews V3 at 65lbs with a 526 grain arrow
You won't be disappointed with the grim reaper white tail special it's been super dependable for me!
My personal opinion is accuracy!. For that reason I designed a new broadhead. Knowing g full well the market is full. I also designed a target tip that shoots exactly the same. Prototype will be done soon. Since I am a small time operations, just a cowboy maybe I can send some to you for testing. Thank you
Love to see what you cooked up and would be happy to test it!
You can reach me at chestthumperoutdoors@gmail.com
Nice honest review! I'm surprised you didn't give slick tricks or muzzy trocars an honorable mention. Both fly great , penetrate very well, and are fairly durable. Best thing is if you shop around you can find them for 25 bucks or less.
Both are great broadheads. I recommend them quite a bit especially the trocars. I wanted to spot light some broadheads that I don't talk about a ton in this video.
I’m grabbing my first pack of broadheads today! Most likely getting some slicktricks. Idk if ima get the ones you gotta put together or the preassembled tho.
The montec Carbon Steel gets bloody sharp and are so much different than the regular montecs.
Ive tested both and was as impressed with the CS as I am the montec.
First time watching your channel and I like your honesty. I've been bowhunting well over 30 years and have seen a lot of different designs and have tried some that were not good and some that people would say we're junk and killed deer with them. I have subscribed...looking forward to more content.
Thank you for the kind words and the sub!
I shot the G5 Mega meat or whatever the hell it is the mechanical into a room into a ride hard target foam Target when I pulled it out the blades ripped off if that tells you anything
The blades aren’t meant to be pulled out, rather pushed forward. Just an FYI tip
I shoot the grim reapers and and ramcats but I use the hydro shock
Would add the Radical Archery Design Rival series
Here from tiktok gotta support the best dam broadhead reviewer in the industry.
Thank you! Much Love!
Shooting the grim reaper pro series micro hades 4 blade 125 gr and the vpa single bevel 150gr this year
Thanks for your time and input.
Thank you for watching
I’m also going to shoot the iron will single bevel broadhead
Nicely done, I"m a big fan of MAGNUS, have used the Black Hornet serrated on hogs with much success. I'm surprised that you didn't like or test the Muzzy Trocar or WASP. Maybe you can test Tooth of the Arrow and Bishop at some point?
Ive tested the trocar, wasp sharpshooter, and tooth of the arrow. Bishop will be in the future.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors Have you tested them shooting from a crossbow too? I found that the MAGNUS flew as accurately as target points! I'm also impressed with any Made in America brands!
Everything you have to say becomes invalid when you recommend a 2” cutting diameter over the top style grim reaper OVER a 2” cutting diameter rear deploying G5 Megameat. I understand holding it to the same standard and others open up but that’s the high quality design of the snap lock collars. There’s no question that those blades will stay closed until impact on hide. Rear deploying mechanicals (especially ones with large cutting diameters) will always reign superior to any over the top style mechanics. It’s a design thing. They’re just more efficient, more reliable, and you lose less energy on impact.
If u like sharp that stays sharp there r options & some u have reviewed. However if u want sharp that will stay sharp, not break & will stand the test of time w/o replacing blades then the podium gets a lot less crowded. Integrity over a long time is hard to find. If u r familiar with the DIY Sportsman than u know that he now has a wife. Since he married his wife ( I believe her name is Sam) he continues to shoot the Iron Will & she shoots the Valkyrie. With low poundage & a short draw length she is punching through deer like butter. She could go years with those same broadheads in her setup & never have a dull head. Brandon McDonald found both the Iron Will & Valkyrie had the least amount of pressure needed to punch through a hide. I believe the Valkyrie was something ridiculous like 4 lbs. of pressure. I know everyone has a budget but when considering that a pack of heads can last u decades w/o the grief or disappointments then u r saving time & money on an exponential level. 🤔 If u could buy tires for your truck or car which guaranteed 250,000 miles as long as the vehicle has good alignment like a bow must be with your arrows would u do it? I'm wondering how many people have that mindset? People keep knives for years & they keep them razor sharp. Maybe it's time to start thinking that way about broadheads which is what actually kills the animal & puts fine meat in your freezer. Thanks for your research & testing.
I dont disagree, however we dont always recover arrows. Its hard for many to stomach losing a $30 broadhead its also not with in budget for many. I couldnt afford tp lose $30 broadheads on the regular and I tend to lose at least 1 arrow a season. Its bad enough losing the $30 arrow.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I once was behind the counter @ an outdoor shop working on a bow. On the other side of the counter was the guy who owned it. He was the fishing pro Roland Martin. Evidently he likes hunting too. He fired 76 arrows that spring @ turkeys. I never asked him how many he lost but I'm sure the # was way up there. I don't think he knew much about matching an arrow to a bow or even how tight his arrow groups should be 🤔.
great video just what I was looking for I’ve shot many of these never the Grim Reaper thinking about trying it this year I hear it makes paint trails how’s the accuracy of them do you have a video on them
I do have a video on them! They have great accuracy and big trails, just avoid heavy bone at all costs
G5 Stryker v2 are the sharpest out of pack
Hey thanks for the review, what kinds hole and blood trail was left with that kudu ? Got any pics?
Decent hole, blood trail was spotty, deer ran 40ish yards
Shooting the Kayuga Pilot Gen 2.
Shooting the grim reaper hybrid this year would love to see a review from you of them.
They are on my list, Im trying!
I shot the magnus black hornet last rod me pretty good I got a complete pass through with a 50 pound bow don’t know if that is good or average
The black hornet is a great head and a good option for stats like yours!
Q.A.D. Exodus is the best all around broadhead ever!!!
The only thing I don’t agree with you on is the mega meat 😂 I used the Montec this year and it’s garbage, they are very sharp and durable but I don’t like the way they fly
I’ll most likely stick with Kudu Contours and Cutthroats for my compound and Black Hornet Ser Razors for my crossbow this year. Any opinions on Slick Trick fixed heads?
They are alright. The quality isnt what it used to be though.
How did you like the kudu for hunting? How was the blood trail ? I plan on using them for elk and moose this fall. I really like the way they fly. They shoot right with my field points I really like the design especially with 125 gr single bevel
Towards the end of this video I talk about the blood trail of the kudu and show a little of the blood trail. If you'd like to see it in action.
ua-cam.com/video/7csYBIMDsMA/v-deo.html
Overall I'm happy with them, the deer in that video didn't make it 40 yards.
Will that crossbreed set-up work in a crossbow ? Also what about practice shooting, how do you match that up ? Again in a crossbow.
Yes with a xbow, just roll o-ring up a little. Practice shoot with your broadhead then replace the crossbreed blades. My experience has been they fly like a field point though
I bought the B3 Destruk, which looks an awful lot like the 6:20 Ramcat Diamondback. It would be cool to see you give the B3 a test.
I already have. That one was last year.
Try the deep power 1.5” chisel tip .. watch Lusks video ..
Have you ever tested the day 6 evo or the toxic broadhead? I’m just getting into bow hunting and have been curious about them
Toxic yes. Id avoid them. Ive not tested the evo, but havent heard anything bad.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors any particular reason to avoid them?
I wanna see the alien archery broad heads!
So lll I watched your video and appreciate the info and content. I’m still on the fence of what broadhead to get . I’m strictly a white tail hunter and prefer something that shoots similar to my files points . I’m leaning toward the 100 grain black hornets 4 blade . I pull 60lb and looking for something that flyes well. Do you have any other suggestions thanks again
Black hornests are great option. QAD Exodus also comes to mind.
Magnus Buzzcut 2 blade is all you will ever need. Good penetration and pass throughs with your 60 pounder.
Really can’t go wrong with Black Hornet heads. Been using them for several years. 456 grain arrow. 60# bow at 27 1/2”. Pass thru on every deer I’ve shot (13 I believe). Pass thru on hogs to around 150#’s. Not a complete pass thru on larger hogs but the point is usually sticking out the far side. And they fly right with field points. Black Eagle Carnivore shafts.
Just buy magnus black hornet ser razors and call it a day, They are the best in every category period!
Theyve tested towards the front of the pack in my testing, best is subjective based on the application and set up someone is shooting.
RamCat and Thorn Crown
I heart shot a doe with a 125 grain ramcat no joke sprayed a 15 foot long blood trail from exit wound she jumped and was dead when hit the ground but they don't fit in my quiver right so I us grim reaper now !
I’ve switched from crossbow to compound. What’s a good broadhead for 55-60? I used my rage heads and they don’t open up every Time especially the red shock collar. Im looking for more of fixed heads so I have guaranteed cut on contact.
kudu contour plus, magnus black hornet, afflictor k2 fixed.
I think I'm gonna grab a pack of true blue, and set it up with a Xecutioner Hybrid and see just how gnarly it will be, I got plenty of KE and Momentum with 585gr arrow weight coming in it 307 fps, off set every blad with vinyl washers so none of the blades are in line together
True blues come with washers to offset the blades 😁 Dont forget to ise the CTO10 code and save your 10%!
Isaac-what’s your bow setup?
@@ThatJamesGuy88 APA King Cobra, 88lb DW, 28.5" DL, 565gr total arrow weight, 16FOC, 302FPS
Have you ever tested out the black mamba broad heads before needed an opinion on them. I will say I do like my grim reapers though.
Made by Crimson Talon? If so Ive no tested them but have shot them. Durability is lacking
Being you like iron will would you or have you tested the single bevel broadhead from iron will and would they also be something you’d recommend for hunting
Ive not tested the single bevel, but I would absolutely recommend them.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors okay sounds good I would take that recommendation do tithe fact that you tested the other iron wills
I’d ad the exodus in there but otherwise good list
I hadnt gotten my hands on them yet,but yes they belong in there
Did you try returning the iron will that hit the cinder block? They have a lifetime warranty but I don't know if they would honor it being you bought it second hand.
Its for original owner only
About two months ago I got a bear legit and I’m shooting 100 grain Swhacker Green Seen your videos on TickTock now I’m following your UA-cam so what do u think about my Set up
Whats your draw weight, draw length, and arrow weight.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors draw weight 65 drawling 26 1/2 and my arrow is a Gold tip hunter 340
Id shoot a fixed blade head with that set up.
I started bow hunting last year. My bow shop didn’t take the time to work with me on form or make sure my equipment actually fit me. My release and D-loop were way too long, so I ended up with a 62 lbs draw weight and 27 inch draw length.
This year I’ve been learning how to shoot properly. I’ve upgraded to a faster/heavier draw bow with an inch and a half longer draw length and much better form. I can practice out to 80 yards, where last year I was nervous shooting 40.
Find a good pro shop and make sure your gear is fitted to you. Get some coaching. I don’t know your exact arrow total weight, but it sounds like it will be well under 400 grains. If you want more momentum/penetration, talk to your pro shop about building a heavier arrow. Good luck!
How do you like the KUDU?
Great broadhead. Wouldnt hesitate to recommend it
Any experience or opinion about Wasp Havalon or Mortem?
Im going to test the havalons soon. They seem decent but no first hand experience
Best comment description.. "Just Gross" blood trails.. lol
Whats your thoughts on RAGE 2" chisel tip?!
Gotta make sure you have enough umpf to push it. Blades are a one and done.
Have you tested grim reaper hades pro? And your thoughts tu
I havent yet, but grim reaper makes a fantastic product.
What is your opinion on the rage hypodermics? I saw the review of them, just curious if they would be one you recommend or not and why?
If your set up has enough umpf and your cognisant to only take broadside shots they should be fine.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I have no clue why you say broadside shots only for the hyperdrrmic? I think what you’re saying is true for any over the top expandable but having shot 50 plus deer now with Rage rear deploying heads from every angle, including extreme quartering shots, I’ve never had a single issue. You’re entitled to your opinion but per numerous in the field tests I do not agree about the need for a broadside shot.
@@ericbaker2023 I can tell you why on only broadside shots. I shot a buck las year at a quarter away. The shot was perfect at 30 yards. It hit the last rib and deflected down the side of the buck. It skinned the side of the deer and never entered the chest cavity. Luckily the deer head was turned so that the hyperdermic enter the base of the neck and cut an artery. The deer bled out in about 150 yards. I found the deer and could not believe how it performed.
Iron will does make a quality broadhead but to say that they use the absolute best materials is kinda false. A2 tool steel blades and a titanium ferrule is nice but by no means anything crazy. There are tons of knife steels out there that make A2 look like pot metal.
Youre talking seperate applications. What you need from a knife is different from what you need from a broadhead. Similar, but different.
A couple other companies use A2, none that I know of paired with titanium, and one company uses what would be considered a superior metal, S7. Thats bishop and selling at around $200 a broadhead I don't bother putting them in the broadhead conversation because its such a small niche group thats willing to pay that for a broadhead.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors So you're telling me that broadheads and knives dont need edge retention and strength? Its not separate applications when they both do the same thing.
Have you shot the annihilator XL?
I have not
That's what humans used to do is talk it's up until we got a bunch of typewriter Warriors
I shoot 100 grain but could I shoot 125 grain without having to switch everything
The only way to know is to try. Get some 125 field points to try to start
What you think about the qad exodus full blade
Great broadheads
Missing qad exodus. Most durable fixed with replaceable blades
I hadnt reviewed the exodus when I made this. The exodus is an absolutely fantastic head though.
I mean to be fair, moving at 300+fps it dosent have to be SUPER sharp to do damage 🤷♂️
If your shooting 300fps+ out of a compound your arrow is too light.
A sharp broadhead will cause more bleeding by creating a wound thats harder to seal and by cutting micro blood vesels that a dull broadhead would normally push out of the way. Sharpness and edge retention are the 2 most important factors on my testing.
@@collinmustain1718 no, you just are shooting the right setup, im at 307fps and 585gr arrow setup
@@Chestthumperoutdoors edge retention?? why? many don't care about using a head again, and are more than happy to use one head on an animal. the main goal is to kill/harvest the animal. whether the head can be shot again holds absolutely no relevance to me. all that matters is that it does it's job.
penetration is a WAY more important factor to me than edge retention. getting a pass-through is a must. i want two holes in the animal, and the exit is the most important.
@@zzz7zzz9 if the broadhead dulls easily going through ribs or in a worse case a shoulder its not all that useful when it gets to the good stuff.
Have you tried testing or shot the days six evo broad heads
Not yet, they are on my list though
@@Chestthumperoutdoors I have been watching and reading a ton of reviews for that broadhead and watched a lot of different broadhead test videos and that head has been in the top 5 75% of the time I would like to try them out next year for elk deer and bear
Done with mechanicals!
Any experience with the grim reaper pro micro hybrid series?
I dont have any, but trust that grim reaper makes a quality product
What are your thoughts on the Zeus 125g?
I’m planning on the Zeus or the Iron Will wide both in 125g WITH the crossbred
Great broadhead!
FYI- Magnus has a Lifetime warranty.
Yes they do! I have used it in the past and they hold true to it
@@Chestthumperoutdoors AWESOME! Great to know!! CS is so important! Especially, when your behind the 8 ball.
PS - I have Stingers in my quiver now. I may get another dozen arrows sometime. I'm going to make them 'college age' arrow. I I really don't need a full 'Adult arrow'. I'm going to change to BH Ser Razor for them.
Also, damn! I saw the Cold steel arrows in online catalogs. I skipped over them. I can't believe someone made a plastic broadhead. The more interesting thing is, those who bought them as a serious contender. Probably the same folks that are on the website "People of Walmart". LOL! If you haven't got the one out; Just heat up an Allen key (Cherry red). Run it in the bh stem. Let cool. Then just unscrew it.
Have a great season this year!
if you say that your list is just your opinion and your choices and it might be different for everyone then why even do a review at all?
Im knowledgable about archery and broadheads, but not so full of myself to believe my word is law or to preach it as such.
@@Chestthumperoutdoors i understand what you are saying but in the end... if you say that one of them is garbage or does not perform well at all or it dont fly strait because you tested it, then why would it be better for anyone else? wouldnt it be bad for me also? its like saying a vehicule is bad and has a 3/5 result for safety test but thats just my opinion because it might be better for you!? i liked your review but lets be honest here... if its tested and it fails for you then it will fail for me too.it does not help me in choosing one when you say that. in the end you still did a great job of reviewing them.
I use G5 monte k, have for several years. I've killed several deer with them. I just put them on the stone to touch them up and they blow right through everytime. I've had on problem with them, I'll keep using them.
If it aint broke dont fix it! Thank you for watching!
Have u tried the Montec CS?
I havent tried the montec CS.
Get the hydroshocks.
Anyone have opinions on the Thorn Crowns ?
I reviewed it!
ua-cam.com/video/FALNgcMThWQ/v-deo.html
Love your tictok btw
How the hell is kudu a better lower weight Broadhead when they are all made in the same exact weight options lmao typical iron will nut hugger
Tr carbon express torrid ss....