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Amen to that! Netflix is the way to go. We got sick and tired of the rate increases and pulled the plug on Comcast cable TV over a year ago.

And the price is about what I'm wanting to spend... http://www.amazon.com/Wicked-Ridge-Warrior-Crossbow-175-Pound/dp/B007WBHD6O.This looks interesting: http://www.amazon.com/Wicked-Ridge-Invader-Crossbow-180-Pound/dp/B007D0G9TQ . Is the self-retracting rope-cocking system a gimmick, or is it something that's actually useful? I cannot justify spending $500 or more unless I know it's something that it's something I'm going to stick with. If it turns out to be a "sport" that really piques my interest, then I'll reconsider something more "top shelf".   BTW, what's the advantage of a "reverse" xbow? The prices are outrageous, even the Barnett Vengeance is over $800!   Thanks!    

  Thanks, I'll look into that. Which model would you recommend to someone just getting started?

Didn't really know where to post this message, but this forum seem the most likely place... I'm seriously considering picking up an xbow, nothing too expensive or with a lot of bells and whistles. Before I cough up the cash, I'd like to try a couple out, perhaps hook up at an archery range/event and learn about what to look/look out for, etc.. I started to register on tndeer.com, but I refuse to enter my complete address, phone number, etc, all of which is apparently required information. Any TGO'ers out there are that share a common interest?   Thanks!

  That's the 2-stage... I'd considered that one because of the reviews I'd read, but my budget wouldn't allow it. At any rate, I'm happy with it and would recommend it to anyone that's on a budget as tight as mine.

  Indeed I do! The trigger has a crisp break at 4 to 4.5 lbs., which certainly beats the stock FCG.

I finally got the new trigger installed last night... easy peasy! I noticed a decrease in creep and slightly lighter pull. What's really improved is the break... nice and crisp. I noticed that the polished surfaces on the trigger and hammer have a light coat of some sort of lubricate that's almost like a waxy substance, think candle wax or chapstick. What's a good lubricant for those surfaces?

  That'd be great!       I hate to, but I'm going to have back out on this. I just got word of an "all hands on deck" meeting about 45-minutes ago. I believe it's related to OK, and I don't mean "OK Corral".

I believe that's what they're calling the "slave" pin... it holds all the bits and pieces together for easier assembly

  Ordered it today from Midway. Same price as Brownells, but the shipping was a few bucks cheaper. Should have it by first of next week. Thanks for the heads up m8!

No doubt I'll be doing the same. Thanks for the specs.

I like that QD mount... looks awesome! If I go with a higher mount, I'll not be able to zip the case shut. It's already a pretty snug fit as it is. But I do miss my MBUS sights. How high is the mount, from the top of the rings to the base? I'll get an updated pic of my AR posted in the next day or two.

Thanks, m8! I'll check it out. That price sure beats $200~ for the Timney. Looking at the Brownells site right now... that looks like the whole enchilada. What's the typical stock trigger pull? I noticed that this unit set for 6.5 lbs and doesn't appear to be adjustable. The reviews on Brownells and Midway are very positive. You're referrring to this, yes?

I didn't get much response when I posted this in an older, related thread. So I'm posting it in a new thread...   I've been considering upgrading the stock trigger on my Mohawk Armory MA15. I've read the reviews on the Timney and the Jewel triggers. I'm leaning toward the #3 Timney, but open to suggestions and experiences from other TGOers. I do mostly 100+ yd. target shooting at OK Corral in Woodbury, but my rifle is also a primary self-defense weapon... in a SHTF, WROL situation. Also, the differences/advantages between a single and two stage trigger?   I recently picked up a Vortex Viper 2.5-10x44 scope and have decommissioned the cheapo BSA red-dot sight that came with the rifle. I like the scope, still getting used to it, finding the "sweet spot" for the cheek weld and dealing with scope "shadow". The one thing that irks me is that I had to remove the MBUS rear sight to mount the scope. Perhaps the scope can be mounted further out on the pictanney rail, but I think the restrictive 4" eye relief is going to be a problem.   Advice anyone?   EDIT: Regarding my question about single and two stage triggers, here's an excellent video on YouTube