Barnett Crossbows FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS User Manual

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Which Barnett crossbow is the most popular and why?
A: The Revolution and Quad 400 are the most popular.

The Revolution is designed carefully to bring hunting to a new level of performance, comfort and efficiency.
The Revolution has 150-pound draw weight. With the Veloci-Speed Cam and Cable System this bow launches
arrows at speeds of 345 feet per second. The Revolution also features a 3 1/2“ Adjustable Cheek Piece and 2”
Adjustable Rear Stock. The Quick Detach front end sets up and breaks down in seconds with the push of a
button. The Quad 400 delivers speed, comfort, looks and value. The Quad 400 has an all new composite stock,
vented quad limb assembly coupled with our “Veloci-Speed” high-energy cam system, a thumbhole grip and a
built in crank cocking device attachment (crank device optional). The Quad 400 also launches arrows at speeds
of 345 feet per second.

Q: What is the pull weight/ length of Barnett’s triggers?

A: The trigger assembly incorporates details such as a scope elevation wheel and a 3/8" dovetail

mount for scopes. The bow features several other major features as well, such as a breakdown
mechanism for storage in hard gun cases for transport; ambidextrous Monte-Carlo rifle stock with
plunger-style ambidextrous safety switch, precision front sight assembly for permanent range
settings (sight pins lock down with allen keys for windage and elevation).

The Revolution trigger mechanism has a precision outer case, molded of high-strength polycarbonate
material. The interior moving parts are either machined or of high tolerance castings. The pull
weight is a mere 4.5 lb. with a 5/16" pull length. This is standard on Revolution XS, Revolution, and

Quad 400.

The innovative extended trigger mechanism allows for crossbows designed with extremely long power
strokes without causing the bow to become large and unwieldy. This is accomplished through the
addition of a transfer bar from the actual trigger pull back to the firing activator. This feature
enables the production of high-performance crossbows that remain compact in stature. The pull
weight on this style trigger is approximately 7 lb. with a 1/2" pull length. This is standard on the

Quad 300, RC-150 and RX models.

The standard trigger mechanism is a basic, straight-drop pull design with the pull located directly
beneath the firing activator. It is constructed of mostly stamped hardened steel parts. It has a pull
weight of about 7.5 lb. and pull length of 1/2".
This is standard on the Wildcat’s and Rhino Sport Mag.

NOTE: All Barnett trigger mechanisms feature an automatic safety, which is engaged
when the bow is cocked and must be released each time firing.

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Q: What are the draw weights of Barnett’s bows?

All Barnett bows are 150lb except for the Revolution XS, which is 160lb.

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Q: Why are Barnett Bows faster if their draw weights are lighter?

A: Speeds are not only derived from the draw weight of the bow. The longer the power stroke, the

faster the arrow will travel. This in conjunction with weight and harness assembly – i.e. high energy
cams, and synthetic cables and string store more energy than a heavier weight bow with a shorter
power stroke.

Q: What is the difference between a compound and a recurve crossbow?
A: The difference between a compound and a recurve crossbow (or any archery bow) is that the

compound bow incorporates a set of cams or wheels into the limb assembly. On the recurve bow
the string attaches directly to the limbs.
The benefit of the compound bow is that it allows the user the benefit of "let-off." (Let-off is a
term used to describe the reduction in draw weight by percentage when the wheels roll over from
the action of drawing the string.) A compound bow will "let-off" about 33% on current models
from a 150-lb draw weight to 75 lbs. when the wheels roll over. Not only is it easier for the user to
cock a compound crossbow, but also it is less mechanical stress on the trigger mechanism.

Q: What are the Synthetic Strings made of?
A: The Veloci-Speed harness uses a string made of Dyna Flight 97, the end-loops and center

serving are made of 150 lb. Tensile strength braided fast flight.

Q: How do I replace a string on a recurve bow?
A: Using the old string follow the same procedure that you would use when using the cable

stringer. Cock the old string. Make sure the safety is on. Insert the new bowstring loops through
the loops of the old string and seat over the nockends. Check loops on the bowstring and new
string for proper seating on the nockends. Grasp new string very tightly

while pulling upwards with
one hand. Release safety and pull trigger with other hand. You then lower string very slowly. Take
off the old string and you are done.

Q: How do I replace a string on a compound crossbow?
A: A bow press is required to change the string on Synthetic Cable Systems.

Q: How long should strings last?
A: With proper maintenance of the string and the crossbow itself, the string should last a minimum

of 100 shots, with several hundred shots not uncommon. Proper maintenance includes applying
lubricant to the area where the string touches the flight track, keeping the flight track surface area
free of nicks, gouges, burrs, dirt, debris, etc.

Q: What do I do to extend the life of my bows synthetic system?
A: Your owner’s kit contains a tube of lube wax, which should be applied to the center serving of

the string and flight track every 5 to 10 shots. Lube wax should also be applied anywhere the cables
make contact with the cable slide or Teflon tape, whichever is applicable, every 20 to 30 shots. To

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