IQ MICRO BOWSIGHT w/ John Dudley
IQ Bow sight 2019
Author: Fid
Garmin Xero Bow Sight
It has been a little over a year since Garmin introduced 2 auto ranging digital laser archery sights, which are the Xero A1 and A1i. The two main differences in the sights is that the A1i contains a few more bells and whistles than the A1, similar to a base package on a vehicle compared to fully loaded.
Both models provide an all-in-one design. Garmin broke down the barriers when they created the first of it’s kind, a bow-mounted digital laser rangefinder equipped with a targeting display system. These sights automatically measure distance to your target while providing an LED pin for the shot, these sights take the guesswork out of judging the distance. The beauty of the built-in rangefinder is that it instantly compensates for the precise angle distance to targets up to 100 yards and can go as far as 300 yards on reflective targets, whether you are at rest or full draw. The laser rangefinder will display the distance of your target with a pin calibrated to you and your bow.
The LED pins on the A1 and A1i automatically illuminate to conditions which allows you to see your target clearly, eliminating the impediment caused with physical pins. You can customize both the Garmin Xero A1 and A1i for single-pin and multi-pin configurations. You can choose either red or green colored pins on the A1i during the setup process.
There is a quiet single-button trigger that requires very little movement, whether you are at rest or full draw. By mounting the button in a convenient spot for your grip, you can quickly, silently and easily activate the laser rangefinder and provide the yardage as well as the right pin for the shot.
Both models are waterproof, rugged and lightweight as they only weigh 14.7 oz and can be fully submerged in water for up to 30 minutes without causing damage. The last thing you want on your mind is when you are in the field and it starts to pour down rain, is this expensive investment being ruined from water damage, so Garmin Xero is covered there too. These archery sights require 2 lithium AAA Batteries which will last up to one year before having to be replaced, batteries are not included.
One phenomenal component on the A1i is the The Laser Locate feature, this enables the use of a compatible Garmin GPS1 device to provide precise location of where your target was at when you took the shot. The data collected is then sent to your Garmin compatible device which directs you to where you connected with the target. The days of second guessing where the animal was at are over, but again, the Garmin devices have to be compatible.
For those archery enthusiast who like to fling different arrows in the field than they do at the range, this no big deal. With the Garmin Xero A1i, you can program different arrow profiles for target shooting and hunting, the sight automatically calibrates itself for each profile created, again, eliminating any guesswork for maximum accuracy. The profile information is stored in your A1i so you can easily go from a target configuration to bow hunting, eliminating the hassle of adjusting the sight every time you go out into the field.
The Garmin A1i Shot Dynamic feature provides information that can help hone overall shot performance. Data is collected for review to determine what may be causing some off shots, this then allows you to correct whatever you might be doing in order to make you more precise at connecting with your target.
So, my whole take on the Garmin Xero A1i and A1? Technology has evolved society at a rapid pace over the years, virtually everyone has a hand held computer strapped to their hip that they can control almost everything from, cars on the verge of driving themselves and the internet piped right into your living room television. Some might call a sight such as this as cheating and some state laws view it that way too, but the fact is that technology is going to keep progressing whether we like it or not, Garmin just simply tapped into the market before anyone else. More on range finder bow sights in this article.
Best 2018 Compound Bow Sights
Compound bow sights have seen many advancements over the years and as we move into 2018, the new sights that are hitting the market are amazing. The new advancements in the technology of the sights have made them easier to use, easier to dial in and easier to install as the shooter making the compound bow more a more efficient tool in the shooter’s arsenal. Here, we will review the best 2018 compound bow sights that are on the market now.
Garmin Xero A1i
Garmin storms on the bow sight scene with the technologically advanced Xero A1i sight. The Xero A1i features a new unique feature to archery sights: a completely digital sight that has the ability to measure the distance to the target. The sight features a single-button trigger on the rangefinder that allows the shooter to calculate distances while at full-draw for game animals out to 100 yards. This amazing sight also features a Laser Locate system that allows a compatible Garmin GPS device to know where the target was located when the shot was taken, helping hunters specifically to eliminate the guesswork on where to begin looking for their animal on a tracking job.
IQ Define
The IQ Define bow sight hits the market being a five-pin sight with a built-in rangefinder. The rangefinder on the sight features a one-touch button to calculate the range of the target while at full draw. Yardage is displayed on an OLED display that faces the shooters eye while drawn or holding the bow in hand. The five pins come with multi-colored fiber optics and a level sits at the bottom of the circles that houses the pins and rangefinder.
Elite Archery EX5
Elite Archery has been putting out great archery equipment for a while and the new EX5 site is nothing short of a fine product from the company. The EX5 is a five-pin sight that features the Armed Guard fiber management system to ensure the brightest pins possible with 12” of fiber concealed in the routing system to the pins. The sight also features a removable light shade to enhance pin brightness. Elite’s Smart Mount system gives the shooter multiple mounting holes to position the sight correctly on their bow. The EX5 also enables the shooter to make micro adjustments to the pins for wind and elevation adjustments.
Apex Gear Covert
The Apex Gear Covert sight in the four pin model allows shooters to use the sight as both a fixed pin sight while giving them the ability to unlock the sight and use as a moving sight to dial it in on specific distances. Smooth adjustments on the sight can be made with one hand while in the field. To help a new shooter who sets the AX5 up on their bow, the sight comes with over 120 pre-marked yardage tapes for different bow models and shooting speeds to help get the bow dialed in.
Hoyt PRO XCEED
Among the best 2018 compound bow sights for shooters that prefer a single-pin sliding sight, the Hoyt PRO XCEED features a coiled fiber optic strand on the pin, making it highly visible during daylight hours. A sight light is available on the sight as well to help light things up in low light conditions of the morning or evening hours. The PRO XCEED also comes available to shooters with pre-printed sight tapes on the quick-adjust slider. The slider also features a micro-adjust for wind and elevation. A rainbow of colored sight rings come with the new PRO XCEED as well for the shooter to interchange to their preference.
G5 Compound Bow Sight
G5 Outdoors was established in 2001 by Louis Grace and his two sons to market a premium broadhead. It is located in Memphis, Michigan. Over the last sixteen years it has seen explosive growth, expanding well beyond broadheads to a line of compound bow sights, rests, cams as well as other things both in and out of the archery market.
A reputation and drive for innovation and quality has been the hallmark of the company, as well as its predecessor, from day one, truly allowing the company to build a loyal following that recognizes the service the company offers. In 2006 the company released its first line of G5 bow sights, the Optix Series.
While many variants have been produced and are still available through secondhand sources on the market, G5 currently only produces one sight, the Optix XR2 as well as two lines of peep sights, the META and META Pro series. The Optix uses a patented Smart Pin 2.0 technology that utilizes a hybrid floating pin and a fixed Smart pin which allows for adjustments without deviating from the centerline of the sight. A harmonic dampener comes as a standard feature on this G5 bow sight. An arrow bumper and integrated sight bubble are also standard, allowing for consistent shots.
All components of this archery sight are corrosion resistant. Micro adjustments are available on a 3X scale. The sight also allows for third axis tuning and also has a built in visor. There is an LED rheostat light available for the sight, but it is optional. It is an ambidextrous sight. Finish options are limited to three: Realtree AP, Realtree Xtra, and Lost Camo. Overall weight of the standard sight is six ounces.
In the past, G5 has offered a few variants of the XR2. The Optix SE was a three-pin design using the Smart Pin technology. The Optix LE offered five smart pins of differing thicknesses. The original XR was a three-pin sight with an additional floating pin. And finally, the G5 Optix 3 pin was a three-pin sight that did not have any additional floating pins. As previously stated, these G5 archery sights are no longer in production, but are available within aftermarket selling areas. As such, information on these sights is limited to what has been listed. Regardless of this, all of the sights produced by G5 have proven to be reliable, efficient, and economical.
The Meta peeps are machined from solid, 7000 series aluminum and are available in three sizes. The 3/16” and ¼’ sizes are available in blue, red, pink, or green. The 5/16” is available in blue.
The Meta Pro offers a few advantages over the Meta. Firstly, the interior diameter as well as the string groove are both convex. With the interior diameter this allows the shooter to have a maximized field of view even in low light. Even as the peep begins to tilt the viewing window remains circular, eliminating the problems of looking through an oval that so many other peep sights do not address.
With the convex string groove, wear on the string is reduced noticeably. So much so that G5 offers a “no cut guarantee” as long as the peep is installed by a G5 archery sight retailer. It is available in the same sizes as the Meta, but color options change to: black, blue, pink, purple, green, and red.
Sword Compound Bow Sights
Sword Sights began as a family owned business and was run out of Danny and Sue Sword’s home in Jackson, Kentucky. As it continued to grow it was renamed Sword Acu-Site Inc. until it was purchased at the end of 2009 and moved to Northwestern Ohio. At this time it was renamed Sword Sights LLC.
To this day, the company focuses on offering a vast array of compound bow sights catering to all archery needs, from the most competitive target shooting to the field.
The Judge is a single vertical pin sight available in both .010 and .019. A 1.5” inside diameter round aperture also accepts a lens and retainer ring that are sold separately.
This Sword bow sight is solid, machined aluminum and also features Sword’s Fast Track elevation technology. Windage and elevation scales are laser etched, micro adjustable, and tool-less. Third axis adjustments are also possible. A rheostat light kit is also included.
The high and low light mounting system has a built in offset to extend the sight window. A yardage tape is also on a 45 degree angle towards the shooter. This bow sight comes in a matte black finish and is ambidextrous. It mounts with a fixed mounting plate.
The Judge Pro comes in the standard set up and the 2.0 with the only differences being the diameter of the aperture and the mounting system. The Pro has a 1.5” diameter while the Pro 2.0 has a 2” diameter aperture. A dovetail mounting system comes on the 2.0 while the original is on a fixed mounting plate. All other features remain the same.
These Sword bow sights are solid aluminum construction and feature Fast Track elevation technology. These sights are also single up-pin designs in a .010 and .019 diameter. Windage and elevation scales are laser etched, micro adjustable, and tool-less. Third axis adjustments are also possible. A rheostat light kit is also included.
The high and low light mounting system has a built in offset to extend the sight window. A yardage tape is also on a 45 degree angle towards the shooter. These archery sights come in a matte black finish and are ambidextrous.
The Jury comes in four designs the Jury 1.5, the Jury 2.0, the Jury Pro 1.5, and the Jury Pro 2.0. The differences are minimal and center around the aperture diameter as listed in the name of the sight. The other difference is the Pro 1.5 and 2.0 are on a dovetail mounting system while the other two are on a fixed mounting plate.
These Sword bow sights are 5 pin designs available in .010, .019, or .029. The sights are 100% aluminum and feature Fast Track elevation technology. Windage and elevation scales are laser etched, micro adjustable, and tool-less. Third axis adjustments are also available.
A rheostat kit is also included. The high and low light mounting system has a built in offset. A yardage tape is also on a 45 degree angle towards the shooter. These bow sights come in a matte black finish and are ambidextrous.
The Maximus and Maximus Pro are the next series of sights and are the same with the exception of the mounting system. The Maximus uses a fixed plate while the Pro uses a dovetail bar.
These archery sights are solid aluminum and are 5 pin set ups offered in .010, .019, and .029 in a 1.625” inside diameter aperture that accepts 1.75” lenses. Windage and elevation scales are laser etched, micro adjustable and tool-less. Third axis adjustments are also available. A rheostat kit is also included. The high and low light mounting system has a built in offset. They are ambidextrous and come in a matte black finish.
The Titan and Titan II are most suited for competition shooting. The only difference is the Titan II offers a super micro windage bar while the Titan does not. Both offer a 1.5” Cyclops dual rod scope and solid steel up-pin in .010 or .019 thickness. A rheostat light kit is also included.
The aperture will also accept a 1.75” lens and includes a lens retainer. Micro adjust elevation is available in either a 2” or 3.5” length of travel. Windage is also micro adjustable. Third axis adjustments are available. These compound bow sights come on a dovetail bar mounting system. Preprinted yardage tapes and a hard carrying case are also included. They are also ambidextrous.
The Trident comes in a Competition design and a Hunter design, with the difference being that the Competition uses a single up-pin while the Hunter is a 5 pin set up. Both feature a 1.5” aperture that accepts a 1.75” diameter lens and includes a lens retainer. Micro adjust elevation is available in either a 2” or 3.5” length of travel. A rheostat light kit is included. Windage is gang adjustable. Third axis adjustments are possible. The sight is ambidextrous and is mounted using a dovetail system. Both versions include a hard carrying case and preprinted yardage tapes.
The Centurion comes in three versions, the Centurion, the Centurion Hunter 1.5 and the Centurion Hunter 2.0. The Centurion is a single pin while the Hunter versions are 5 pin sights with two different aperture diameters. All other features are the same and include a rheostat light kit. Approximately 2” of elevation travel is possible. Third axis adjustments are available. Preprinted yardage tapes are included. All versions are ambidextrous and come in a matte black finish.
The Apex 3rd Plane comes in two different aperture diameters, a 2” and a 1.5”. Both are 5 pin set ups. Windage and elevation scales are laser etched, micro adjustable, and tool-less. Third axis adjustments are also available. A rheostat kit is also included. The high and low light mounting system has a built in offset. The sights are on a dovetail bar mounting system and are ambidextrous. Finish is matte black.
The Twilight Hunter comes in both a 1.5” and 2.0” aperture design. The features mirror that of the Apex 3rd plane, but the overall construction of the sight enables it to be up to three ounces lighter. They are also on a fixed mounting plate instead of a dovetail bar. A camo version of this archery sight is also offered in a right hand only set up with a 1.5” aperture.
The Apex Hunter is a 4 pin sight available in .010, .019, and .029 diameter. It features a 2” internal diameter aperture with a high and low sight mounting bar with built in offset. Windage and elevation scales are laser etched. This Sword bow sight is compatible with the company’s new LED light. It is ambidextrous and has a matte black finish.
The Sabre is a 3 pin sight available in .010, .019, and .029 diameter housed in a 2” aperture. Windage and elevation scales are laser etched. A high and low sight mounting bar with built in offset for an extended sight window is also included. It is also ambidextrous and compatible with the new Sword LED light. Finishes include matte black, Realtree AP and Muddy Girl.
EZV Compound Bow Sight
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An EZV bow sight has been the answer to many archer’s struggles with consistency. Venator Gear is located in Belgrade, Montana. Established with the sole intent of changing the world of compound bow sights, the company’s innovative design is like no other in the archery world. The company is still small and focuses entirely on its flagship product backed by an impressive guarantee and return policy as well as exceptional customer service.
The EZV Sight is a V-shaped bow sight that both ranges distance and aligns aiming point with precision shot placement all at once. It is an ambidextrous sight and its mounting bracket comes in two colors: black and camouflage.
The EZV bow sight is a sightless pin, eliminating the risk of pins breaking at a critical moment in the archer’s hunt. The design of the sight insert eliminates the need for range finders while also doing away with human error as it pertains to ranging distance.
The EZV sight is ideal for many types of game including deer, elk, moose, antelope, caribou, bear and turkeys. Five easily interchangeable V inserts are also included with the sight mount. These are tough, weatherproof polycarbonate that are adjusted in five feet per second intervals to match each shooter’s bow trajectory for a mathematically custom fit. Inserts snap in to place and are one thousand times stronger than fiber optic pins. The inserts are also available in neon chartreuse for low light visibility.
The EZV bow sight also has a bubble level for precision shooting. All of this comes in at an extremely lightweight 6.9 ounces. The key to this design is the V insert. As its name implies, this archery sight has an open V shape as the sight guide instead of pins. These inserts also have various tick marks on them, allowing the shooter to use them as traditional compound bow sights, although it seems as though that would not be necessary.
Aligning the vital area of the target inside of the V should be just fine. This makes the entire shooting process not only easier, but more accurate and dependable. Fourteen different inserts are available, designed for bows with speeds ranging from 245 feet per second to 320 feet per second.
The company offers a chart as well as instructional video on this topic as well as on how to adequately sight in the insert. If all this fails and an accidental purchase is made with the wrong size inserts, the company offers a free thirty day exchange on inserts.
A sight for crossbows is also in development, but has not yet made it to market. It promises to offer the same benefits as the original EZV archery sight, with a few obvious differences. First, it comes with a universal pica-tinny rail mount. Second, it will include ten inserts instead of five to make up for the fact that crossbows often have much greater feet per second ranges. The unobstructed open sight picture alleviates target panic, and the lack of a scope lens does away with fogging and icing over.
Venator Gear goes out of its way to help ease the fears of crossbow shooters that are used to using magnification by explaining the effective ethical ranges of most crossbows and the lack of an actual need or ability to shoot beyond sixty yards. The crossbow sight will also come with a lifetime warranty. Both sights are made and packaged in the USA.
Axion Compound Bow Sights
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Founded in Alpharetta, Georgia in 2008, Axion Archery has quickly grown into a worldwide company recognized not only for its compound bow sights, but its line of stabilizers, rests, and quivers, all while maintaining reasonably priced, top-quality products.
While Axion doesn’t offer an extremely large selection of compound bow sights, the selections available should suit the needs of nearly any archer whether they are an avid hunter, a competition shooter or just an average shooter on the range.
The Axion Vue is a five-pin sight with a selection of either .09 or .19 pin thickness. Construction of this Axion bow sight is solid, CNC machined aluminum, weighing seven and a half ounces. It can also be mounted either left or right-handed. The two-inch pin housing also includes a Glo Ring for easy target recognition and blue rheostat light.
Adjustments for windage and elevation are laser etched. Mounting holes are staggered for added adjustability. A red sight level is also included. Finish options for this archery sight include black, Lost Camo, Lost XD, Realtree Xtra, and Highlander. The Axion Vue Micro Adjust is an advanced version of the Vue. All features remain the same, but the Micro Adjust offers tool free micro adjustments.
The GLX and GLX Micro are the next set of Axion bow sights. Once again, the only difference is that the Micro offers tool free micro adjustments. The following features are standard on both sights. Five easy change pins are encased in a two-inch housing with Glo Ring and can be either .09 or .19 in diameter.
The sight can be mounted both left and right-handed and is of a solid CNC machined aluminum weighing in at around ten ounces. Windage and elevation adjustment markers are laser etched. The mounting holes are staggered, giving the shooter added adjustability. Both Axion bow sights also include a Mathews Harmonic Stabilizer. Color options are a bit more limited, coming in black, Lost Camo, and Lost XD.
The Axion Soul Hunter comes in a three and five pin arrangement with a .19 thickness. It is considered the lightest of the Axion bow sight family, weighing only six ounces. Construction is CNC machined T6061 aluminum. A sight level is included as well as an adjustable blue rheostat light. It can be mounted ambidextrously. Windage and elevation adjustments are easy, and markers are laser etched. The precision aligned pins are encased in a two-inch housing with Glo Ring for easy target acquisition. The Soul Hunter comes in a variety of finishes, including black, Lost Camo, Lost XD, Muddy Girl, Realtree Xtra, and pink.
The Axion Shift is the company’s only adjustable single pin sight. It weighs seven and a half ounces. Pin options are .09 and .19 diameter. The sight also accepts most 1 5/8 inch lenses. Mounting is ambidextrous. Most one piece quivers can also be mounted directly to the sight. Four different pin orientations are available. An adjustable blue rheostat sight light is also included, along with a level.
Printed sight tapes also come with the sight. End of travel stops are also included for low light conditions. This archery sight also offers third axis adjustments. The sight ring offers a few interchangeable color options, namely blue, green, red, purple, and pink. Color options for this Axion bow sight include: black, Lost Camo, Lost XD, and Realtree Xtra.
Cobra Compound Bow Sights
2021 Cobra Radius 5 Pin Sight
Cobra Bow Sights are improving their accuracy and functionality more these days than ever before. As archery is becoming more popular, the industries have found many ways of improving their products. What you may not have realized, however, is just how many people are actually making the sport into more than a hobby and want more precise sights.
The Cobra archery company has been creating quality compound bow sights since 1974 and continues to improve the accuracy and durability of their products. Every model available was carefully thought out and perfected over time, to see that their ideas not only provided accuracy but also smart and simple functionality.
For that reason, Cobra Bow Sights are a highly preferred choice among archers. Quick Strike is the first sight model up on the list and has been a favorite among Cobra fans. It was designed specifically to make fast and extremely accurate adjustments for when time is not an option, such as in the field.
Equipped with a DOA Dial, made exclusively for this model, this feature helps you adjust target distance quick and accurately. This bow sight is built using a hooded sight housing in a 6061-T6 aluminum assembly as that makes it lighter to move. Next time that deer you’ve been chasing decides to spook, you’ll be able to make a quick adjustment if you’re given a second chance!
The Cobra Smoke bow sight 5 pin accommodates more for shooting longer distances, which is the main reason the guard housing is 2.2″ in diameter. When you’re hunting in long distance areas, such as an open field that is free of obstruction other than the distance itself, you need accuracy and logistics which this is one of the best Cobra bow sights for that long range shot. It comes with all the principal features you would expect for a long-range sight in a lightweight design. If you are a long-distance shooter, you will certainly benefit from this compound bow sight.
If you thought the Smoke model was appealing, you’ll find the Cobra Smoke G2 useful as well. This archery sight adds a broad spectrum of vertical adjustment capabilities, thanks to the reversible mounting brackets and offset mounting holes. Given the bright fiber optics and optional rheostat light, you will be able to quickly attain sight back to your target. Need a Cobra bow sight that is versatile and functional? Then the Smoke G2 may be what you’re looking for.
The Cobra Venom G3 is made great for beginners or competent archers due to its fiber optics sizes and pin count options. As comes standard with other Cobra bow sight models, the elevation and wind notches make it easier to accurately scope out your target. For the times when you wished you had one, an optional rheostat light is available to help you bag that monster buck of a lifetime. All the available customizations really make the transition from being a novice to experienced archer easier and more affordable so that you don’t have to go out and buy an entirely new expensive sight.
These accurate compound bow sights have been in the industry for more than 40 years and have been able to provide excellent sights as archery has evolved. With Cobra bow sights, you get precision without slamming your wallet.
IQ Compound Bow Sight
The IQ Bow sight company is based in Superior, Wisconsin. With a dedicated team, they have built a reputation for increasing archer accuracy and consistency by at least twenty yards, and base part of their guarantee on this claim. IQ’s archery lineup all come with Retina Lock Technology as a standard part of the package, while also offering some different options for various needs.
The IQ Micro bow sight comes in a 3, 5, or 7 pin setup. These fiber optic, stack tight pins are .019 inches in diameter. Windage and elevation are easily adjusted with the bow sight’s micro adjustment knobs. The IQ bow sight has a built-in sight level and is also compatible with the Sight Light which is sold separately. Second axis adjustments are also available with tool-free locking knobs. The overall weight is 7.4 ounces.
The IQ Pro Hunter bow sight has two fixed pins and one move-able pin, all of which are .019 inches in diameter and fully captured. Two sight tapes are also present, offering visibility both from the shooter’s perspective as well as from the side. Micro adjustments can be made for both windage and elevation. A zero stop is also included for the move-able pin. This IQ bow sight is compatible with both the Sight Light and Pro One Lens. It weighs 9.5 ounces without these accessories.
The IQ Pro XT comes in either a 5 pin or 7 pin setup. These fiber optic, stack tight pins are .019 inches in diameter. This archery sight is mounted to a six-inch extension bar. Windage, elevation, and second axis adjustments are all easily made with micro adjustment knobs. A sight level is also built into this sight. The locking knobs are tool free. The Pro XT is also compatible with the Sight Light but weighs 10.1 ounces without it.
The IQ Pro One bow sight has a fully captured single, movable pin that also has an adjustable zero stop for added consistency. Two sight tapes are present, visible both from the shooter’s perspective as well as the side. Micro adjustments can be made for both windage and elevation. This sight is compatible with both the Sight Light and the Pro One Lens.
The Ultra Lite comes in both a 3 and 5 pin setup. These stack tight pins are .019 inches in diameter. A built-in sight level makes for accurate and easy adjustments. The fiber polymer construction and silent coat finish make this sight the lightest offered by IQ, at only 5.6 ounces. The Ultra Lite is compatible with the Sight Light.
The IQ Sight Light is not a bow sight but could be an important accessory for the avid archer on many models of IQ bow sights. It is an adjustable rheostat light that helps reduce pin glare at both dawn and dusk. It only comes in purple and fits sizes; 1/4-28, 3/8-32, 3/8-36, and 7/16-20. It works on both left and right-handed sights, which is good since all of IQ’s sights are offered in both these options.
The IQ Pro One Lens is also not a sight, but another useful accessory. It is a 2x magnification lens that fits on the IQ Pro One and Pro Hunter. It is constructed out of an optical grade polymer that is both abrasion and scratch resistant.
IQ bow sights have helped bow hunters and competition shooters all around the globe. The quality of the archery products they provide and the results you get are well worth their weight in gold when it comes to crunch time.
Dead Ringer Compound Bow Sights
Dead Ringer
Dead Ringer Hunting LLC is a leader in the archery, hunting and shooting industries. Based in Rochester New York, Dead Ringer produces an array of tactical optics and sights, hunting optics and sights, as well as their Dead Ringer bow sights, broadheads and accessories.
As a company they also offer crossbow accessories as well as a modest selection of range bags, blinds, backpacks and hammocks. They are well known for quality, durability and accuracy. Customer service is also excellent, which makes them an ideal company to deal with. Dead Ringer products have become widely available at most sporting goods stores such as Cabela’s and the list of licensed dealers is growing regularly.
The Dead Ringer Bone Collector-The Starvation Bead bow sight is the introductory level sight offering from this company. At $39.99, it won’t break the bank, but the shooter won’t be left high and dry from having to compromise performance.
The sight frame is solid aluminum. It features five .029 pins as well as a sixth one that is .019 and glows in complete darkness. Pin colors alternate between red and green offering a great level of contrast. The aperture also glows, making for a perfect situation to adjust sighting in low light. A sight light and level are also included. This is a right-handed sight only.
The Dead Ringer-The Tack Driver comes in two different styles: the Dead Ringer Tack Driver and The Dead Ringer- The Tack Driver DT bow sight. The primary difference is that the Dead Ringer- The Tack Driver DT bow sight offers an adjustable dovetail mounting bracket while the Tack Driver does not. The DT also uses five .019 pins while the Tack Driver uses five .029. At $49.99 and $59.99 respectively, both of these options offer quality whilst also remaining economical for nearly all shooters.
Color patterns for the pins are green, red, orange, red, green, offering a stark contrast between pins. Both frames are solid aluminum. Both are micro adjustable and feature tool-less windage and elevation adjustments. The top pin and aperture glow in complete darkness, making for an ideal shooting situation in low light conditions. Both also include a rheostat sight light as well as level. These sights are not ambidextrous but can be used on a left-handed bow with patience.
The Dead Ringer-The Wheel bow sight is Dead Ringer’s premium offering. It is priced at $79.99, making it the least economical of the Dead Ringer bow sights. This is still affordable to most shooters, considering market prices of other brands.
The features offered by the Wheel also make it worth the premium. The frame is solid aluminum. It features four .019 pins, with the top pin being illuminated. Color pattern for the pins is green, red, green, red. Like the rest of Dead Ringer bow sights, it also has a glowing aperture for low light situations.
Windage adjustments are tool-less as well. A sight light as well as calibrated sight tapes are also included. The bottom pin is adjustable, ranging from 40 to 100 yards with the turn of a dial. These additional features set The Dead Ringer -The Wheel bow sight apart and this sight is also right-handed only.
Also, an important fact to note is that Dead Ringer offers peep sights in one quarter, one eighth, and three sixteenths on an inch, all priced around $9.99. Dead Ringer also offers an eye-catching Bone A Fide Archery Tuning kit to help bring your bow up to par while you’re at it. It includes string wax, serving string, a Bone Collector peep sight, a D-Loop and nock.
Dead Ringer’s bow sights offer something for every price range while maintaining a level of quality that is commanded by those both in the field and on the range. From The Dead Ringer Bone Collector, The Starvation Bead bow sight with fixed pins, all the way to The Wheel, which offers countless windage and pin adjustments, there’s bound to be a sight for every shooter.
All of these sights also come in at under one hundred dollars as well, making them even more appealing for novice shooters who aren’t sure of what they prefer all the way up to avid hunters looking to try something new.