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Bear X 2019?

7.2K views 14 replies 8 participants last post by  Orion6  
#1 ·
All of the sudden I see 2019 models on the website? Bass Pro is selling the X Vanish model for $249 and it says made in the USA?

Note this is not the Karnage Apocalypse.

Anybody have any info? If the 2019 line is US made I’m all over it.
 
Discussion starter · #6 ·
These are definitely marked as 2019’s on Bear’s site. May be a re-hash if an earlier model.

Even if they are Man-Kungs, would they be reliable for a sub-$300 hunting bow?

I’m just getting back into hunting after a series of unfortunate events, and I want something decent but doesn’t have to be high-end.

I killed a lot of deer with old Hortons and a Barnett Wildcat C5.


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Discussion starter · #12 ·
Thanks for the video by the way! Nice job!

I could be wrong as I have to do more research, but my main reason for potentially getting a Bear branded model would be potential customer service. That could be an issue with any company I guess.


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Discussion starter · #13 ·
I bought one a Vanish a couple weeks ago at Midway USA , they had it on sale for $209.00
this is my first crossbow , the sale is off and now they list it at $299.00 .
since I don't have a lot of knowledge on cross bows and this is my fist one
I'm pleased with it , I will shoot it and machine some new parts for it as needed .
it did shoot 378 fps. through my chrono with the bolts that come with it .
I have 41 yrs of shooting archery and longer shooting rifles .
I did a video of the first review , not too good at doing videos but if I can share
my insights on setups I 'm all for helping people . View attachment 136432

TS2

Can you tell me what rings and riser (specifically) you used? Thanks!


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