AZP&Y Report post Posted May 7, 2006 In the Market for a 2006 new bow sight. Any suggestions regarding your favorite sight? It all seems to change yearly and offer horizontal pins, vertical pins, levelers, LED lights for low level light shooting, and on and on... The new G5 (Montec company) OPTIX ME Sight appears to be cutting edge?? OPTIX ME For those who want the ultimate in a bow-sight, G5 presents the New Optix ME. Unique features of the Optix ME include three Smart-Pins that never deviate from the vertical centerline, this means that you will never have to adjust your pins left or right. The patent pending Single Screw Adjustment, a single floating Smart-Pin, adjustable for long yardage shots, and the L.E.D. Optix Magnesium Pin Light come standard. In addition to the features found on all the Optix sights, the Optix ME shares with the Optix LE third axis tuning and your choice of Hardwoods HD (gray) camouflage. FEATURES: *Three .029" Independently Adjustable Smart Pins *One Floating .029" Smart-Pin w/ knob adjustment *3x Micro-Adjustments *Third Axis Tuning *100% Mag Tough *Corrosion-Resistant Components *Harmonic Dampener *Built-In Visor *Arrow Bumper *L.E.D. Optix Magnesium Pin Light Included. *Realtree Hardwoods HD Camo *Only 6 Ounces http://www.g5outdoors.com/Products/Product...px?productid=35 AzP&Y Doug Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TREESTANDMAN Report post Posted May 7, 2006 Montana Black and Gold is my vote. I've had the same sight for 8 yrs, never had it loosen up on me, and it has a lifetime warranty. I used to work at an archery shop and we recieved lots of complaints about the Trophy Ridge sights loosening up. Hopefully they have fixed that problem. That sight you posted looks pretty tempting though!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KGAINES Report post Posted May 7, 2006 Is the L.E.D. legal in AZ, the only reason I ask is I heard a game warden saying that it could be considered taking game with the aid of artificial light, that was quite a few years ago though. Great looking sight though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
111 Report post Posted May 7, 2006 I use the Spott Hogg Right On sight 0.19 pins w/ sight light. It's a awesome sight and virtually indestructible. The G5's look great also, and the best part about them is you don't have to adjust the centerline when moving the pins vertically. I don't think you could go wrong with either sight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZP&Y Report post Posted May 7, 2006 Keith, Good catch. The way I read it in the AZ regs 2006/2007, it appears NOT to be legal... "Hunters cannot use lighted sight pins or other artificial light sources to extend legal shooting hours" Anyone have a problem with game warden/AZG&F regarding lighted sight pins? Take Wildlife During Closed Season, After Legal Hours or With Aid of Artificial Light (A.R.S. 17-309 A 11 and 17-301 A) Pages 54 and 53 Wildlife may only be taken during times prescribed by the Commission and closed season shall be in effect unless opened by Commission Order. Pay particular attention to 1/2 day dove seasons and review the Commission orders related to the species you are pursuing before leaving home. Use of spotlights to locate game is illegal if you have any weapons in your vehicle. If fear of theft is a concern, you should disable your firearm or bow and make it obvious that it is incapable of firing. Examples are leaving all ammunition, arrows and/or barrels or bolts in camp. Hunters cannot use lighted sight pins or other artificial light sources to extend legal shooting hours.[color=#FF0000] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
111 Report post Posted May 7, 2006 Does anybody have info on the lighted sight pins, or other light sources on sights? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redman Report post Posted May 7, 2006 The G5 looks impressive, here is my order of interest. 1. hogg-it hunter (best reputation) 2. Toxonics with dampener (seems to have the best price, plus with the fiber optic cable, you won't need a light). 3. G5 Redman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muley62 Report post Posted May 8, 2006 I really like the Sure loc Lethal Weapon Max. You can buy it with 3 pins or 5. It is a moveable sight so I can adjust it out to about 120 yards. Of course I would not shoot that far when hunting but it is great practice to shoot your hunting bow at long distance. It also gives you the ability to set it for "46 yards" if you have the time to make the adjustment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DBArcher Report post Posted May 8, 2006 I really like any of the spot hog sights. The seven deadly pins is an awesome sight, so are the real deal and the right on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHT_MTNMAN Report post Posted May 9, 2006 Keith,Good catch. The way I read it in the AZ regs 2006/2007, it appears NOT to be legal... "Hunters cannot use lighted sight pins or other artificial light sources to extend legal shooting hours" Anyone have a problem with game warden/AZG&F regarding lighted sight pins? Take.[/b][[/u]color=#FF0000] I think the key is "to extend legal shooting hours" IMO it is okay to have them on to be able to see pins better during regular shooting hours. I put a light on my SDP for my kansas turkey hunt because I was going to be in a pop up blind in the dark trees, even at 8 am it is still pretty dark inside. I also like the sure lok someday I hope to own one, right now no real complaints with my spot hogg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave Report post Posted May 10, 2006 I believe WHT_MTNMAN understands the rule correctly. Some confusion may come in when some record books may have other various rules about electronic devices. Too bad I have never had to be concerned about this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave Report post Posted May 10, 2006 I have two real deals, one seven deadly pins, the best sight by far is the Spot Hog Hunter Hoggit. Just a question here. If someone has shot a hunter hoggit and has found a better sight, spank me please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muskrat Report post Posted May 11, 2006 I have a spot-hogg now. I am really considering the angular single pin with "halo" attachment from Vital, for my next sight... http://www.vitalbowgear.com/angular.cfm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave Report post Posted May 11, 2006 Interesting. I like that halo idea. Gives you several reference points if you practice. Looks like you could sight in the halo for 40 and use the top and bottom of the halo for other yardages without moving the sight. Were you planning on eliminating your peep by getting the pin with it? I didn't see where they stated the diam. of the sight window or if they had a third axis. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZP&Y Report post Posted May 18, 2006 Thanks for the replies everyone. Product I had never seen before or considered (halo technology). I'm going with the Montec ME (lighted pin site). Going with the interpretation presented by Dave (can I get your phone number ) just in case AzGame and Fish arrests me -Just kiddin' Lucky for me I'm in the record book, without the aid of a lighted site, so hey it's all good (still have to call Pope and Young) to find out what their take is on it. Good news is the site has been ordered, bad news it's on backorder. Went to the website and fact is that production can't meet demand. Should be at least 30 days before it comes. Just in time for summer deer and Pre elk practice. Appreciated the feedback. AzP&Y Doug Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
