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Excalibur Vixen II Crossbow Review
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For centuries, humans have been known to practice the art hunting. Back then, it was our means of survival. Today, however, most hunters enjoy it as a hobby—an exciting and effective way to de-stress. From spears to guns, our ancestors have created a multitude of hunting equipment. However, nothing delivers quite the thrill that hunting crossbows offer.
If you are on the lookout for one, then you have come to the right place. Here, we are going to take a close look at a crossbow that is not only powerful but also well-built, intelligently designed, and stylish. We are talking about the Excalibur Vixen II Crossbow.
Excalibur Vixen II Crossbow Package Inclusions
This crossbow comes in a complete package that is the perfect addition to any hunting arsenal.
- Excalibur Vixen II Crossbow
- Vari-Zone multi-range scope (2-4 x 32mm)
- Scope mount
- Scope rings
- 4-arrow quiver
- Quiver bracket
- 4 pieces Firebolt 20-inch carbon arrows
- 4 field points
- Rope cocking device
- Warranty card
- Instruction manual
Assembly
The Excalibur Vixen II is very easy to assemble and requires very minimal equipment. In fact, everything you need to assemble your crossbow already comes in the box. Similar to most Vixen II crossbows, the assembly process has been minimized and should only take no more than 20 minutes—although that still depends on your experience.
Then again, the package also includes not just an easy-to-follow assembly manual but also an instructional video to help you along the way. Here is a step-by-step guide to doing it:
- Take everything out of the box and look for the prod.
- Mount the prod onto the stock and riser using the Allen screws and wrench.
- Install the foot stirrup and quiver.
- Attach the sights and mount the Vari-Zone scope.
- Take it out for a spin!
Excalibur Vixen II Features
The Excalibur Vixen II comes equipped with a Vari-Zone multi-range scope, which is a scope that is specifically designed to work perfectly with the Vixen II. Coming in at 2-4 x 32mm, this scope provides an optimal amount in zoom.
Aside from the scope, the Vixen II also comes with 4 pieces of Firebolt carbon arrows that are not only great for target practice but actually ready to be used for the hunt as well. It has a standard-type, 4-arrow quiver as well as a high-quality polymer quiver that attaches to the side of the crossbow for quick and easy access to the arrows.
It comes with 20-inch carbon arrows that weigh no more than 325 grams. While you can use heavier arrows, if that is what you prefer, you should not try the Vixen II crossbows with lighter ones. This is because this crossbow is not really made for arrows that are smaller than 20 inches.
- Item Weight: 5 Kg
- Product Dimensions: 94 x 25.4 x 14.6 cm
- Height: 5.75 inches
- Length: 37 inches
- Weight: 5.4 kilograms
- Width10 inches
Safety and Design
When using any kind of device that is capable of killing, safety is very important. The same is true when using a crossbow. Fortunately, the Vixen II was wisely designed in that it comes in a pretty solid build. It also only engage when it should and disengage with ease.
The trigger pull is very nice with just a bit of play. For extra precaution and to ensure that there are no accidental dry fires, you can choose to invest in a Guardian Anti-Dry Fire Accessory. In this way, you can guarantee that the Vixen II won’t cause any problems when it comes to safety.
Performance Overview
While it doesn’t quite pack the punch of large crossbows, the Excalibur Vixen II is also a great crossbow in its own right. At a draw weight of 150 pounds, the Excalibur Vixen II delivers arrow speeds of up to 285 feet per second. As such, this crossbow is great for hunting elk, antelope, and deer.
Pros:
- Generates enough speed to take down your target
- Good hunting crossbow for small hunters
- Available in pink and camouflage design
Cons:
- Does not come with applied anti-dry fire mechanism
- Does not come with illuminated reticles
Conclusion
The Excalibur Vixen II Crossbow isn’t the most powerful one on the market, but it gets the job done. It is made specifically to fulfill a smaller framed hunter. Its quick and light draw helps to reduce the length of pull, making it the perfect choice for hunters of smaller stature such as the ladies and youth.
About the Author Pink Crossbow
Jen loves the outdoors and enjoys exploring a wide-range of activities. A mother of 3 whose seen far too many friends suffer from cancer, she believes Pink Crossbow reflects a sport for LIFE. It's a reminder that archery belongs to everyone regardless of age, size, or gender...and real enthusiasts aren't afraid to wear pink!