Spectre Compact Take-down Survival Bow and Arrow Set

by Xpectre

Product Features

• Compact take down design made in the USA
• 50/55 lb draw
• PVC riser and fiberglass limbs
• arrow rest included
• Comes with 4 arrows and carrying case

Product Description

Most regular bows are not compact for survival and are very costly. Trying to make one in the wild takes a great deal of skill and know-how that most don't have. The compact take-down Spectre survival bow and arrow set will be ideal for any survival hunting needs at an affordable price. Its slip in / detachable fiberglass/resin filled limbs and the PVC riser with arrow rest break down to fit compactly in its pouch. Assembly requires no tools. The light weight and compact design makes it easy to carry and store. This set will also make a perfect back-up bow for bow hunters to keep in the vehicle on hunting trips. The compact take down Spectre survival bow model SB1 50/55# 4 arrows with field points, carrying case with shoulder strap and manual that includes bow hunting techniques, processing wild game, preserving meat without refrigeration and basic survival instructions.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B003O98OJI
• Item model number: SB1
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,163 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #6 in Sports & Outdoors > Hunting & Fishing > Archery > Bows > Basic Bows

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I shoot into the light.., October 11, 2010

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Thomas Rehorst (Newtown, PA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Spectre Compact Take-down Survival Bow and Arrow Set (Misc.)

After learning the hard way why it is absolutely important NOT to dry fire a bow (= pull the bow string and let it snap WITHOUT an arrow attached) and thanks to the seller replacing two damaged limbs at no charge (even though there was a written warning in the manual which I stupidly ignored and it was my own fault that the limbs got cracks) I was able to use and test-shoot the bow this past weekend and it was real fun for me. The weight of the bow is just right - not too heavy, so it's easy for transportation but not too light either which makes it possible to get a steady aim and shot.

A little issue I noticed is the sprayed on camouflage paint easily cracks or scrapes off where the wing nuts are attaching the limbs to the grip and riser, but that's just a beauty issue and after all it's a survival bow, not a museum artifact...

Overall I'm pleased with the bow itself, the arrows that come along are good quality. The quiver has velcro to close the lid of the compartment that holds the bow segments, which is only glued on. It would be better to add some sowing stitches, since the one part of the velcro came off when opening the lid. Maybe the seller can improve that part.

The reason why I decided for this bow was also the fact that it can be detached into rather small parts and the bow doesn't need much room when disassembled into its segments. Definitely a plus for transportation, especially when on foot out in the terrain.

It was nice dealing with the seller - as I mentioned they replaced the broken limbs which got ruined due to my own fault not following the instructions/warning about dry firing the bow!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Dissapointed, March 13, 2011

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armage - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Spectre Compact Take-down Survival Bow and Arrow Set (Misc.)

I was dissapointed with the quality of the product I recieved, Limbs did not fit correctly to the riser, arrows were cheaply made (One nock came loose on the first shot) And when I did get the limbs to fit, one of them delaminated... explosively. However, I was very Impressed with the customer service provided by the company. If they ever make another design I will be one the first in line to try it.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars WTF is this thing?, May 5, 2011

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artemio salas - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Spectre Compact Take-down Survival Bow and Arrow Set (Misc.)

I had to calm down a little bit before writing this review. The item I got is not the item in the picture. My bow did not have wingnuts to screw down, a velcro closing sheath, or an arrow rest. It looks like something I could make in my garage with parts from home depot or lowes. Those are my dissapointments. It came in a cardboard box with a purse company sticker on it. The limbs don't lock in, but rather slide and fit in and once strung, the limbs are loose. For 80 bucks I honestly expected something that would work out of the box and be a bit more ergonomic. What i got was a heavy square piece of some sort of fiberglss bar, with holes drilled in it, roll pins installed in those holes, metal shackles and screws with two fiberglass limbs thaat don't lock in. The bow string was fine, I haven't loosed an arrow with it, because there is no arrow rest and I'm not going to shred my hand. The arrows are not top grade, but that's not a big deal, I didn't expect them to be. The instructions are photocopied survial "opinions" mostly. I'm mostly upset that this thing looks like something I could make myself. My recommendation to you, before you buy this bow is to consider other breakdown bows. I am completely upset with my purchase.