It took a long time for the new Gold Tip LRT arrows to finally arrive. I was most excited to see the “upgraded” component system. On Lancaster it says “stainless steel” but they appear to be a flimsy aluminum half out with a small stainless steel collar (disappointing as I was hoping it was an all steel system). I still gave them a shot. Pre-shoot spin they looked fine. 100 or so shots into dice target and a few others and they have a visible wobble. One miss and insert is comically bent. No way I’m continuing to use them especially hunting.
I also got the .166 titanium half-out from gold tip and it’s so much better for durability. I do wish they offered a collar system in titantium.
I’ve shot gold tip my entire archery career and I do really like them. Just sharing my experience with the components if others are interested. Yes I know there are several after market components available that are more durable but when you pay $20 an arrow you’d hope to get something usable.
I also got the .166 titanium half-out from gold tip and it’s so much better for durability. I do wish they offered a collar system in titantium.
I’ve shot gold tip my entire archery career and I do really like them. Just sharing my experience with the components if others are interested. Yes I know there are several after market components available that are more durable but when you pay $20 an arrow you’d hope to get something usable.
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