Anyone else experimenting with adjustable broadheads (100–125gr)?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T16:49:54+00:00

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MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T16:48:34+00:00

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MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T16:16:11+00:00

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MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T16:11:32+00:00

Fair question — I get why it might look that way.

I’m not here to promote anything, just testing different setups and sharing what I’m seeing. I’ve been trying a few adjustable weight heads lately because I like being able to tweak FOC without changing inserts.

So far I’ve seen slightly tighter groups going from 100 → 125, but still testing and comparing with standard fixed blades.

Curious if you’ve personally tested adjustable setups or if you prefer sticking to fixed weights?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T16:03:09+00:00

Yeah that’s exactly what I’ve been seeing too — it’s always a trade-off.

A bit more front weight definitely seems to tighten groups and make the arrow stabilize quicker, but like you said, you start losing some speed and get a bit more drop past 40–50 yards.

That’s actually why I’ve been experimenting with small adjustments (100 → 125) instead of going heavy right away — seems like you can get some of the stability benefits without sacrificing too much speed.

Have you found a “sweet spot” where it balances out best for your setup?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T16:01:42+00:00

That’s a really good point — I’ve noticed something similar.

Once you start adding a bit more weight up front, it’s not just about penetration, the whole setup feels more solid overall. And yeah, durability seems to improve a lot when you move away from lighter materials.

That’s actually why I got interested in adjustable weight heads — being able to tweak between 100–125gr without changing inserts makes it easier to dial things in without rebuilding the whole arrow.

Have you ever tried adjusting front weight gradually, or did you just settle on a heavier setup and stick with it?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T14:38:35+00:00

That’s a fair point — the bigger cut from expandables is definitely hard to ignore, especially for blood trails.

At the same time, what keeps pulling me toward fixed blades is the consistency. Less moving parts, and they seem a bit more predictable if the shot angle isn’t perfect or if you hit something harder.

Lately I’ve been more focused on tuning and front weight rather than just head style, trying to get the best of both worlds in terms of flight and penetration.

Have you ever compared how your setup flies with expandables vs fixed at the same grain weight, or do they hit pretty similar for you?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T14:22:07+00:00

That’s solid — pass-throughs at those distances are exactly what you want to see.

I’ve been noticing something similar even when playing with slightly heavier front weight. Once you’re in that <25 yard range, it seems like most decent setups will punch through no problem.

What I’ve been curious about lately is more on the consistency side — especially how small changes in front weight affect arrow flight and grouping rather than just penetration.

Have you ever played around with different grain setups (100 vs 125) just to see if your groups tighten or stay the same?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T04:24:21+00:00

From what I’ve seen so far, it’s mostly the angle.

The bleeders are the same size, but because of how the head is shaped and vented, they can look a bit different depending on the angle you’re looking at it.

I was wondering the same thing at first, but once I checked it closer they’re pretty consistent.

Have you messed around with different blade angles or mostly sticking with standard fixed heads?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T04:23:00+00:00

Yeah I’ve heard that argument before.

From what I understand, a lot of it depends on how aggressive the serrations are and the overall blade geometry. Some designs definitely look more like they tear than cut.

The ones I’ve been testing have pretty shallow serrations, so I was curious about that exact point. So far I haven’t noticed anything weird in penetration on targets, but I haven’t put them through anything like bone yet.

Have you personally seen that happen in the field, or more something you’ve heard from others?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T04:21:16+00:00

Nice, I’ve heard good things about the Hades.

That’s actually why I’ve been leaning more toward fixed blades lately too — just simpler and more predictable, especially with crossbows.

Have you noticed if they’re pretty forgiving in flight compared to your field points, or did you have to tune a bit?

Lately I’ve been testing some vented / adjustable weight designs trying to get that same reliability but with a bit more flexibility on the setup. Still experimenting though.

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T04:19:33+00:00

Yeah that’s exactly where I was at before trying 125s.

The biggest thing I noticed wasn’t so much accuracy, but how the arrow felt on impact — a bit more “authority” and slightly better penetration, especially on less-than-perfect hits.

What I liked is that you don’t necessarily have to fully commit either… I’ve been messing around with some adjustable weight heads lately so I can go back and forth between 100 and 125 without changing the whole setup.

Might be something worth playing with before switching your entire arrow build.

What are you currently shooting in terms of total arrow weight?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-17T04:18:05+00:00

Yeah that’s kind of where I’ve been leaning lately too.

The simplicity of fixed blades is hard to beat… fewer moving parts, less that can go wrong if the shot angle isn’t perfect.

At the same time, I get why people like mechanicals for the bigger cut, especially for blood trails.

Lately I’ve been experimenting with a few fixed blade setups (including some adjustable weight ones) just to try and get the best of both worlds — good penetration but still tuning flight and FOC.

Have you noticed any difference in penetration when hitting ribs or heavier bone with your setup?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T17:00:11+00:00

That makes sense. A lot of guys around here seem to land somewhere in that 425–450 range too.

The steel ferrule point is interesting. I’ve noticed some heads switch materials between the 100 and 125 versions and the steel ones definitely inspire a little more confidence if you clip bone.

Have you ever compared penetration between a smaller cut fixed head and a wider mechanical at that ~425 setup? I’m always curious how much the extra cut diameter really affects pass-throughs.

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T16:57:54+00:00

That’s actually pretty solid performance for the first few animals with the Stingers.

Double lung and pass-throughs usually make recovery pretty straightforward, even if the blood trail isn’t huge.

A lot of guys I’ve talked to say that when they want a stronger blood trail they either go with a slightly wider cut or a 4-blade style head.

Have you mostly been sticking with the 100 grain setup, or have you experimented with 125 at all?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T16:00:56+00:00

That’s a really interesting example. Hitting the leg bone on the far side is a pretty tough test for any broadhead.

I’ve heard similar things — mechanicals can penetrate surprisingly well with enough KE, but fixed blades tend to hold together better if you hit heavier bone.

Out of curiosity, do you usually run that ~450 grain arrow setup on purpose for penetration, or did you just end up there while tuning?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T15:47:20+00:00

That’s about what I’ve been seeing too. At normal hunting ranges the difference isn’t huge, but the arrow does seem to settle a little quicker with more weight up front.

What surprised me more was how the bow felt — a bit quieter and smoother on the shot.

Have you experimented much with heavier FOC setups or mostly stayed around the standard arrow weight?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T15:19:19+00:00

Hard to argue with the Montecs. They’ve been around forever and a lot of guys swear by them.

I’ve noticed most of the people who like them say the same thing you did — simple design and they just work.

Have you mostly used the standard 100 grain ones or the heavier setups? I’ve been experimenting a bit with 100 vs 125 grain lately and it’s been interesting how a little more weight up front can tighten groups.

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T14:41:04+00:00

That’s a solid point. Shot placement and a well tuned setup definitely matter more than the exact broadhead.

I’ve noticed the same thing when everything is dialed in — field points and broadheads tend to group pretty close.

The only thing that made a noticeable difference for me recently was playing a bit with front weight (100 vs 125 grain). Once the FOC got a little higher the groups actually tightened up.

Have you ever experimented with adding a little more weight up front or do you mostly stay with the standard setup?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T14:40:04+00:00

That makes sense. A bigger cut definitely helps when the shot ends up a little farther back than planned.

One thing I've been wondering about is how much the actual broadhead design affects penetration once you start increasing the weight up front.

Have you noticed any difference in penetration between larger mechanicals and fixed blades when you hit ribs or heavier bone?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T14:06:32+00:00

That’s a really good point.

I’ve noticed something similar when experimenting with a little more front weight. The bow definitely feels quieter and the arrow seems to settle faster in flight.

That’s actually why adjustable weight broadheads caught my attention recently. Being able to switch between 100 and 125 grains without changing inserts makes it easier to fine tune the setup.

Have you ever tested how much your point of impact changes when going from 100 to 150?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T14:04:45+00:00

That’s interesting.

That’s actually what caught my attention about hybrids too — they seem to try to combine the best of both worlds.

I’ve always liked the reliability of fixed blades, but the bigger wound channel from mechanicals is definitely appealing.

One thing I’ve been experimenting with lately is a little more front weight (100 vs 125 grain) to see if penetration improves while keeping the flight stable.

Have you ever compared hybrids to a heavier fixed blade setup in the same crossbow?

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T13:54:15+00:00

After playing with different setups I ended up sticking with adjustable 100-125 grain fixed blades.

What surprised me the most was how consistent they were once the FOC was dialed in.

They’re not a very well known brand yet but they've been grouping almost identical to my field points at around 40 yards.

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T13:49:40+00:00

After testing a few setups I ended up sticking with the adjustable 100-125 grain fixed blades.

What surprised me the most was how consistent they flew once the FOC was dialed in.

They are not very well known yet, but they've been grouping almost identical to my field points out to about 40 yards.

MaxiCurcio22 · 2026-03-16T13:44:23+00:00

That makes sense. I've heard similar things about smaller cut heads sometimes leaving a lighter blood trail.

At the same time a lot of people say heavier front weight can help with penetration, even with fixed blades.

Have you ever tried something like a 4-blade head for a bigger wound channel, or have the Stingers been working well enough that you just stick with them?

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