Bow Sights

Bow Sights Overview

• Bow sights are crucial accessories for archers, aiding in aiming and improving accuracy. They come in various types, each suited for different archery disciplines, including hunting, target shooting, and competitive archery. Here’s a detailed look at bow sights and their specifications:

Types of Bow Sights

1. Fixed Pin Sights

   • Description: Sights with multiple pins set at fixed distances.
   • Usage: Commonly used for hunting.
   • Pros: Easy to use, multiple distances covered, reliable.
   • Cons: Can be cluttered with multiple pins, requires adjustment for accuracy.

2. Movable Pin Sights (Single Pin)

   • Description: A single pin that can be adjusted for different distances.
   • Usage: Versatile, used in both hunting and target shooting.
   • Pros: Uncluttered sight picture, precise adjustments.
   • Cons: Requires adjustment in the field, which can be time-consuming.

3. Pendulum Sights

   • Description: Designed for treestand hunting, adjusts for angled shots.
   • Usage: Best for bowhunters shooting from elevated positions.
   • Pros: Automatically compensates for angles, easy to use.
   • Cons: Limited to specific hunting scenarios, less useful on flat terrain.

4. Target Sights

   • Description: Advanced sights used in competitive archery.
   • Usage: Target shooting, competitions.
   • Pros: Highly precise, adjustable for windage and elevation.
   • Cons: Expensive, complex, and not ideal for hunting.

5. Red Dot Sights

   • Description: Uses a red dot as the aiming point.
   • Usage: Both hunting and target shooting.
   • Pros: Fast target acquisition, no need for peep sight.
   • Cons: Requires batteries, can be less precise over long distances.

Popular Bow Sight Brands and Models

Trophy Ridge

1. Trophy Ridge React H5

   • Pins: 5 pins.
   • Adjustability: Tool-less micro-click windage and elevation adjustments.
   • Features: React Technology, bright fiber optic pins, lightweight.

2. Trophy Ridge React One Pro

   • Pins: Single pin.
   • Adjustability: Micro-adjustable windage and elevation.
   • Features: React Technology, ultra-bright .019” fiber optic pin, rheostat light.

Spot Hogg

1. Spot Hogg Fast Eddie XL

   • Pins: Single or multiple pins.
   • Adjustability: Tool-less adjustment, micro-adjustable.
   • Features: Double pin scope, MRT pin guard, rugged construction.

2. Spot Hogg Tommy Hogg

   • Pins: Single pin.
   • Adjustability: Micro-adjustable windage and elevation.
   • Features: Rack Stop technology, HRD technology, durable design.

HHA Sports

1. HHA Tetra Max

   • Pins: Single pin.
   • Adjustability: Tool-free windage and elevation adjustments.
   • Features: Infinite adjust slotted side bracket, water-resistant sight tapes.

2. HHA Optimizer Lite

   • Pins: Single pin.
   • Adjustability: Tool-free micro-adjust windage and elevation.
   • Features: Armor pin technology, accurate yardage tapes.

Axcel Sights

1. Axcel AccuTouch Carbon Pro

   • Pins: Single pin.
   • Adjustability: Micro-adjustable windage and elevation.
   • Features: Accu-Click system, adjustable rheostat lighting, durable carbon bar.

2. Axcel Achieve XP

   • Pins: Single pin.
   • Adjustability: Micro-adjustable windage and elevation.
   • Features: High-precision adjustment, strong yet lightweight design.

Key Features to Consider

1. Number of Pins: Determines the number of preset distances. Single pins are adjustable, while multiple pins are set for various ranges.
2. Pin Brightness: Fiber optic pins should be bright for visibility in low light conditions.
3. Adjustability: Look for tool-less and micro-adjustable windage and elevation settings for ease of use and precision.
4. Durability: Materials and construction should withstand outdoor conditions, especially for hunting sights.
5. Ease of Use: Simple adjustments and clear sight pictures improve overall performance.