Crossbow Question

[Hawkeye57]

I have a disabled person that wants me to teach them to hunt. I figure crossbow will be easiest due to their disability. I have never shot a crossbow. I want to buy one for him.  I'd love to stay under $500 all in. Is this possible for a decent setup? 

Realistically- will a $300 crossbow get the job done? Figure shooting from ground, supported, under 40 yards. 

Would love to hear any recommendations OR what to stay away from. Thanks

[BHC]

Yes a inexpensive crossbow will work, here is a very good crossbow same as I have...with a crank:  https://www.walmart.com/ip/CenterPoint-Patriot-415-Crossbow-Package/754582846

Edited June 11, 2020 by BHC

[Hawkeye57]

3 minutes ago, BHC said:

Yes a inexpensive crossbow will work, here is a very good crossbow same as I have...with a crank:  https://www.walmart.com/ip/CenterPoint-Patriot-415-Crossbow-Package/754582846

SO just broadheads and good to go? looks like a solid setup. Crank easy to use? 

[BHC]

1 minute ago, Hawkeye57 said:

SO just broadheads and good to go? looks like a solid setup. Crank easy to use? 

I don't use it, as it's not silent...Bolts that are supplied I use for discharging after a hunt, I like a heavy bolt for hunting....Check your PM

[BHC]

[toxo]

Killer Instinct makes very good, cheap crossbows. They are all good at 20 yards!

[Tuck]

I have the same Xbow as BHC (He recommended it for my 11 year old daughter).  Set up out of the box in 30 mins or so and another 30 minutes to dial in the site from 25 yards.  Decimator bolts like BHC recommended cost $30.

[Gman]

killer instinct, great xbow for the price!

[archer36]

Sent you a PM. 

[Gman]

any recommendation on bolts?

[BHC]

9 minutes ago, Gman said:

any recommendation on bolts?

for the crossbow mentioned above?

 

[MGHunter66]

2 hours ago, Hawkeye57 said:

 

I have a disabled person that wants me to teach them to hunt.

 

What type of disability? It can play a role in selection

[toxo]

1 hour ago, Gman said:

any recommendation on bolts?

Black eagle Executioner,.001

[Hawkeye57]

16 hours ago, MGHunter66 said:

What type of disability? It can play a role in selection

hip/neck. He was able to pull bow back but could not settle in behind the string comfortably. Had him get behind rifle and that was easier. Figure the crossbow will allow for a seated position that he can lean forward and relax behind the glass. ordered what BHC recommended. Will most likely fit a solid cheek pad and run with it. (hope I dont like shooting it too much!)

 

Appreciate all the replies. 

[archer36]

16 hours ago, Gman said:

any recommendation on bolts?

Bloodsport. I have them and have seen MANY accolades on them  in Crossbow Forums. They were even compared to custom arrows and were just as accurate. Best thing is you can find them on Ebay and Amazon for about $30. 

Edited June 12, 2020 by archer36