Broadheads & Field Points

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What is a broadhead?
Broadheads are commonly used as an attachment to an arrow shaft for hunting. Used for hunting big game, these attachments are useful for increased penetration but must be sharpened and matched to your equipment. Ensure that the broadhead you choose fits the crossbow or other device you plan to use.

What are the advantages of broadheads?
Overall, broadheads are useful for hunting big game more accurately and efficiently. There are three basic types, including removable blades, fixed blades, and mechanical blades. Fixed broadheads have fixed blades for strong penetration, more cutting diameter, and a tough design. However, they can be difficult to use correctly. Removable ones allow you to replace the blades without discarding the entire broadhead. Mechanical options create a larger cut and result in a larger blood trail.

What is a field point?
Field points are a narrow arrow point type that are popular for their aerodynamic shape. They are best used for target practice because of their slender makeup and true flight.

What are the advantages of field points?
Field points are best used for target practice because their shape reduces the amount of wear and tear on your targets. As they are narrow in nature, they are easier to remove from the target thanks to their smaller entrance holes.

How do broadheads and field points compare?
Unlike broadheads, field points should not be used for hunting because of their inability to effectively hunt the animal. As the field point would simply wound them, they are said to be unethical to hunt with. Instead, they serve useful for target practice, archery competitions, and tuning bows. Broadheads cause large wounds in game animals and are used out in the field. As they are surgically sharp and create a wide surface area, they provide a very different purpose than field points.