I live in NY state. Crossbows just became legalized here for specific seasons. I was always an archer, but never had interest in a crossbow since they weren't legal for hunting. Back and shoulder issues have lowered my enjoyment of bow shooting, so I bit the bullet and picked up a Barnett Jackal crossbow.
In just a few minutes, I had the red dot scope sighted in for 20. Within an hour, I was hitting at 45 yards with dead-on accuracy. I've been itching to get out small-game hunting with it, but haven't had the chance yet.
My house is near a creek, and a runway for all kinds of critters. The other night, my wife spotted a rat at the bird feeder. I went out the door, snuck around the house, and let the rat have it at 14 yards.
First kill of the year, such as it is. Can't wait to get out for some squirrels this weekend!
In just a few minutes, I had the red dot scope sighted in for 20. Within an hour, I was hitting at 45 yards with dead-on accuracy. I've been itching to get out small-game hunting with it, but haven't had the chance yet.
My house is near a creek, and a runway for all kinds of critters. The other night, my wife spotted a rat at the bird feeder. I went out the door, snuck around the house, and let the rat have it at 14 yards.
First kill of the year, such as it is. Can't wait to get out for some squirrels this weekend!
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