Light or heavy thumb release?

[Remps17]

Hi guys,

I am looking to move over to a thumb release and I am pretty sold on the Stan Perfex. I dont know if I want to get the heavy metal option or the standard option. For those who shoot hand held releases, do you prefer more weight or less weight.

I will be hunting as well as rec. shooting with it. If that plays into your decision or not.

Cheers

 

[jmez]

I prefer less weight. I have a couple regular perfex releases. Bought one used that came with a brass thumb knob, way too heavy for my taste with the brass knob. All personal preference.

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[gburk]

The heavy metal is intrinsically appealing but in my opinion too heavy to carry around when you have places to go

 

[Remps17]

I suppose I could get the standard and if I want it heavier I could always add a brass knob

 

[SoDaky]

Hi.I am a bit different-at least with Tru Balls.I prefer the heavier Blade Pro vs the Blade.
Definitely try to shoot each before buying.

 

[Muddler]

I bought the heavy SX3 on a whim and loved it immediately. Then I bought the standard Perfex Resistance..didn't like it. Sold it and bought the heavy Perfex Resistance. Love it. All personal preference.

 

[jmez]

I suppose I could get the standard and if I want it heavier I could always add a brass knob

I know where you can get the knob!!

 

[nphunter]

IMO there is no difference once attached to the bow at full draw. Your holding weight will be 8-15lbs depending on your bow setup and letoff. At full draw you will not notice the difference between a 3oz or 7oz piece of gear in that same hand. A heavier release feels more substantial when handling it before using it, one might feel they are using a stronger built piece of equipment, but those differences are mental and do not effect the functionality of the release.

I’ve used both and currently shoot a light one, has nothing to do with weight but hand fit for me.

 

[downeaster@252]

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[gretch6364]

I made the switch to an SX3 this year. I bought a used aluminum one first and loved it. Since I am primarily a hunter, will be back far in the elk woods, and was worried about losing it, I purchased a second one and elected to try out the heavy metal version. They are super easy to re-sell if you don't like them and not lose much (at least the SX3).

I ended up liking the heavy metal version more and it will be my primary release with the aluminum version as my extra in my pack. It is heavy, and I would not want my spare to also be the heavy metal version.

Some people say it makes no difference at full draw, but personally, I feel it does...even if it is just mental. In my view, it is like a heavier barrel on a rifle. The slight/small inputs of movement you put into the release are smoother and slower with a heavier release (in my opinion). For me, the heavier one feels to settle into my anchor point more consistently and smoother. If it is all BS and mental...who cares. Shooting a bow is extremely mental.

 

[bward34]

Just got the Stan long neck this weekend. Going to work it out a little tonight. It has so many adjustments. Will be tough to even know what I will like.
I wouldn't want it any heavier though. Not for packing around hunting anyway. Once it's drawn not sure where you would "feel" the extra weight anyway.

 

[SoCalBoyDontKnow]

I know where you can get the knob!!

I wanna get this brass knob. Where can I do that?

 

[MNMatt]

Agree with nphunter, I have shot both and it is personal preference. My wife shots a heavy metal and thinks it delivers a more crisp release. Get what feels good and give you the most confidence.