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Crossbow Bolts 101

Looking to buy crossbow bolts? Here’s what you need to know to make an informed purchase.

Victory Archery Introduces XBolt Crossbow Bolts

Victory Archery's XBolts are designed for hunters who need bolts that can withstand the power of today’s fastest crossbows.

AH Exclusive: Repairing Your Savage Arms B.MAG

In August, Savage Arms issued a recall notice on the rifle bolts of its popular B.MAG model, chambered in .17 WSM. Our own Karie Thomas walks you through the process of repairing your rifle—using only Savage's free retrofit kit—in the video provided here.

"Own the [Bow]Hunt!"

The 2014 POMA conference offered those with a "Killer Instinct" the change to break outdoors in the warm weather and launch a few bolts downrange!

#SundayGunday: Umarex AirJavelin

Get a closer look at the Umarex AirJavelin, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.

First Look: Delta McKenzie Speed Bag 500 Target

The new Speed Bag 500 target from Delta McKenzie is designed to stop high-velocity arrows and bolts up to 500 fps.

#SundayGunday: E.R. Shaw Mk. X

Get a closer look at the E.R. Shaw Mk. X, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.

Weatherby Introduces New Mark V CarbonMark Rifles

The company's new Mark V CarbonMark, CarbonMark Pro and CarbonMark Elite rifles feature TriggerTech Mark V triggers, Cerakoted metal, spiral fluted bolts and Accubrake ST muzzle breaks fitted on standard ⅝x24 TPI threads.

Hatsan Announces Harpoon Arrow Rifle

Just in time for bow season, Hatsan has entered the pneumatic arrow gun market with the pre-charged Harpoon. Made specifically for use with commercial crossbow bolts, the bullpup-style Harpoon can send a 20-inch arrow downrange at 600 FPS, and produce 325 ft.-lbs. of energy.

Must-Have Crossbow Broadheads for 2015

Crossbow bolts are lighter and shorter than arrows used in vertical bows, plus they receive a more abrupt delivery of force and fly at higher speeds. All these factors affect arrow behavior in flight, especially with broadheads. Many companies now offer heads tuned for use with crossbows to optimize performance—both in the air and in game.

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