3 Arrow Side Mount Quiver
Adjustable Butt Stock
Precision Textures
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With a 350 FPS rating, the Recruit XP, sends arrows at speeds that rival the best top of the line vertical bows in a package that is easy to be pinpoint accurate with. The light 150 lb. draw weight is reduced by half when cocking with the included rope cocking device making this bow possibly the easiest to draw crossbow on the market. The lighter draw weight aids in the longevity of the Recruit XP making it a workhorse for countless shots. If you’re looking for your first crossbow or your last crossbow, look no further than the Recruit XP. It’s the perfect crossbow for hunting, shooting, and training for all ages and abilities. Topped off with an illuminated red/green red dot optic.
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The Barnett Recruit XP seems to overall a good crossbow. Two things the engineer's missed. No way to decock it so you have to shoot a practice arrow every time you come in from hunting. Second thing is the quilter. It is so close to the stock it makes it hard to carry and the arrows are hard to get out of it
Great bow. Bought before season and my wife has killed two deer on back to back hunts. She has been over the moon happy with this bow. Not a fan of the scope though.
I love these new crossbow it’s is really light and I haven’t shot it yet but I know what Barnet do to there weapons quickly dangerous good Jose good item
Good delivery and good delivery and good product
Got this crossbow to try this past year after I injured my shoulder and couldn't use my bow anymore. I was pleasantly surprised how light and easy the crossbow was to use. Only issue I had was the sight wouldn't stay zeroed but still got the job done.
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First of all, I have been crushing this archery season with this crossbow. I've used 100 and 125 grain fixed and mechanical broadheads on whitetail deer within 30 yards. I harvested two does and two bucks with this crossbow. It flat out works. BUT this is the second crossbow. The first one had a center serving issue meaning it was fraying and separating after only about 20 shots. Cabela's replaced the entire thing. I was using whatever rail lube I wanted (some aftermarket stuff). Later I emailed Barnett after receiving the replacement to ask about the crossbow wax stick that came with the crossbow. They confirmed no rail lube is needed. I should use the crossbow wax as prescribed. Ever since doing that, following manufacturers guidance, center serving is still in great shape in at least 20 shots. Probably more. So probably my own fault the first one had issue :(
Purchased this in August for the upcoming season. Strings popped and now I can't find replacement strings or cables. Barnett doesn't offer them. Don't buy this until they have the supplies to support it.
The bow shoots fine ,however, the stirrups should be larger, whereas just the toe of my boot fits in it....the scope is terrible, whereas it doesnt gather enough light and the left to right adjustment is backwards
Bows nice I’ll give Barnett that..,finding replacement parts is an absolute nightmare!!!! Can’t even offer specs for string
First of all, I have been crushing this archery season with this crossbow. I've used 100 and 125 grain fixed and mechanical broadheads on whitetail deer within 30 yards. I harvested two does and two bucks with this crossbow. It flat out works. BUT this is the second crossbow. The first one had a center serving issue meaning it was fraying and separating after only about 20 shots. Cabela's replaced the entire thing. I was using whatever rail lube I wanted (some aftermarket stuff). Later I emailed Barnett after receiving the replacement to ask about the crossbow wax stick that came with the crossbow. They confirmed no rail lube is needed. I should use the crossbow wax as prescribed. Ever since doing that, following manufacturers guidance, center serving is still in great shape in at least 20 shots. Probably more. So probably my own fault the first one had issue :(
Purchase the flight retention spring because because the brush that holds the bolt on my brand new Wildcat does hold the bolt on the rails enough to guide the bolt , Was luck to hit a foot group at 20 yards. Call Barnett and Mary was to speak to her shooter and call or text me and instead just drop the ball , But after installing it I was able to hit a quarter inch dot at 20yds consistently. Had to drill and tap the scope rail to install it
This is my first crossbow ever and i’m very happy with my purchase. Bow shoots super fast, quiet, and VERY accurate. Included scope is nothing special but it works well, holds zero and has been reliable. I take this thing to the range and I can nail 1 inch groups all day from 25 yards. It’s almost not fun because of how easy it is to shoot accurately. Got my first deer with it this year, it was a complete pass through heart shot from 32 yards. I don’t have anything to compare this bow to, but I can tell you that this bow works exactly how it’s supposed to. I would highly recommend.
Purchased two packages of strobe crossbow arrows at Cabellas. Attempted to sight in crossbow with them about a week later. Upon firing one of the arrows a second time I found the nock to be missing. A second arrow in the bunch of six total would not light up when fired. I contacted customer service and they sent me out a brand new replacement package of three arrows no wuestions asked. On top of this, these arrows are by far the most consistant arrows I have ever used. Amazing product and amazing customer service.
I got mine for $319 and it’s awesome. I ordered the crank for it because I have wrist problems. My center serving is showing a tiny amount of wear but far from needing a new serving. Factory scope is good enough for hunting deer to about 40 yards but you will need a better scope to see the full potential of this crossbow. Give it a good scope and good bolts and you will love it. I think it should come with 3 bolts instead of 2. Jim Walton I have a bunch of videos featuring this crossbow on my YouTube channel Backyard Broadheads. I wish I had more time to shoot it more.