3 blade vs 2 blade

[Will_m]

What's the current consensus on wound channels between the two heads? Specifically, the wound channel's ability to seal/close and end the blood trail. Obviously, it would seem that a third cutting surface would create more blood just by the nature of it, but I'm curious as to the wound's ability to clot, close and go poo poo on the trail. I like a two blade for penetration when things don't go as planned and when they do, like a double lung, I don't see an advantage to the three blade.

Thoughts?

 

[MattB]

IMO it depends on the cutting diameter. All else equal a 1" 2 blade will produce less blood than a 1" 3 blade, but I also think that a 2" 2 blade will produce more blood than a 3 blade with 2" of total cutting surface. Longer slits seem not to want to close up.

 

[bsnedeker]

It seems pretty intuitive that a 3 blade head that will cause more blood than a 2 blade head assuming both blades get a complete pass through. The tradeoff is that 2-blade heads will also penetrate better (less surface area to slow the momentum) so the chances of getting a pass through on a marginal shot are better with a 2-blade. In addition, 2-blade single-bevel broadheads are proven to crush through bone much more effectively than any other type of broadhead.

I wish I put perfect shots on every animal, but since I don't I go with a 2-blade single bevel.

 

[journeyman713]

I switched to the 4 blade Slick Trick broadheads a long time ago.
Since then, Nothing has walked away wounded. Accuracy is also improved with them.

 

[notradame]

I'd have to say that I slightly prefer a multi-blade knife. The advantage for me is having extra knives in a single package. It's even better when they have different profiles for a variety of tasks. It's nice to have a blade with some belly such as a clip or spear paired with a straight edge like a wharncliffe, sheepfoot, or coping blade.

That said, I still like single blade knives and carry them quite often. Some patterns just don't seem quite right with multiple blades and one is more than enough for my everyday cutting needs. The nice thing about having only one blade is that the handle is usually more comfortable without the extra closed blades.

When considering customs, there is often a significant price increase for knives with multiple blades. This obviously doesn't affect everyone, but for those who do buy custom slip joints it is something else to factor in.

 

[Beendare]

I have seen a little bit less blood -on some shots- with a 2 blade.

The majority of the time...its about the same.
Its hard to say as most of those 2 blade shots die in sight.


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[5MilesBack]

I won't use a 2-blade unless it's at least 2" wide, and I prefer 3-blades to be 1.5" wide.

 

[TheViking]

I won't use a 2-blade unless it's at least 2" wide, and I prefer 3-blades to be 1.5" wide.

What about qad exodus? 1.25” 3 blade makes some damn nice holes

 

[Arctic Hunter]

I’ve always had better blood trails with a three blade fixed than a two blade fixed. 4 blades are even better.

I remember guys having old bear Razorback 5’s when I was a kid. I always thought they’d leave a big hole.

 

[brsnow]

Nice thing with 2 blade is they typically don’t run after the shot.

 

[wesfromky]

Two blades with bleeders like the IronWill heads seem to be best of both worlds?

 

[Beendare]

Nice thing with 2 blade is they typically don’t run after the shot.

True...I've also had that happen with some 3 blade cut on contact heads.

The difference in reactions is pretty amazing between these COC heads and the short chisel pint heads or the mech heads. Guys looking for a new BH always use other criteria....never considering this. Its nice to see the animal fall over.....vs other head designs that hit them and they run like their tail is on fire.

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[Planopurist]

I’ve been shooting a 3-blade mechanical. I’ve only had 1 run more than 50 yards. He ran about 150 yards.

I lost a giant on a high shot last year.

I’ve only had 1 not run at all (not counting spining one). He stood there for about 6-7 seconds until his blood pressure dropped.

I’ve only been moderately impressed with my blood trail. I think hat’s mostly because of shooting from ground blind.

That all being said, I’m keeping my NAP Spitfire Maxx (1.75” cut) mechanical but also trying some Solid Legend 2-blade (plus bleeders) fixed heads this year.


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[Planopurist]

I’ve been shooting a 3-blade mechanical. I’ve only had 1 run more than 50 yards. He ran about 150 yards.

I lost a giant on a high shot last year.

I’ve only had 1 not run at all (not counting spining one). He stood there for about 6-7 seconds until his blood pressure dropped.

I’ve only been moderately impressed with my blood trail. I think hat’s mostly because of shooting from ground blind.

That all being said, I’m keeping my NAP Spitfire Maxx (1.75” cut) mechanical but also trying some Solid Legend 2-blade (plus bleeders) fixed heads this year.


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