Is Parker still making crossbows?

GREENVILLE – For more than 30 years, family-owned Parker Bows has been the go-to for hunting crossbows. The business announced Monday it would be closing up shop, effective immediately. Woodworth said it was a difficult decision to shut the business down, especially for his employees.

Are Parker crossbows any good?

Parker is best known for its compound x-bow Sidewinder Crank, which is light-weight and very compact when compared to other crank aid devices on the market, though it’s not particularly cheap. You can of course get a regular rope cocking aid as well if you want.

Where are Parker crossbows made?

America
Parker manufactures Crossbows, Crossbow Accessories & Compound Bows. Each Crossbow & Compound Bow is Made in America and backed by an Industry Leading Warranty.

Who took Parker’s bow?

In 1996, the company’s major attention was focused toward the manufacture of compound bows and by 2003 Nationwide Archery was merged into Parker. Today, over 1,200 retail outlets sell Parker Bows, with 10 Factory Salesmen covering regions across the United States.

How fast is a Parker crossbow?

325 fps
Features / Specifications

How fast does a Parker ThunderHawk shoot?

Fast, light, and compact, the Thunderhawk combines Advanced Split Limb Technology with Fulcrum Pocket System and Synergy cams to fire arrows up to 325 fps.

What crossbows have a lifetime warranty?

KILLER INSTINCT™ LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY* Killer instinct™ crossbows are warranted against any manufacturer defects for the life of the crossbow to the original, registered owner.

How fast is a Parker Tornado crossbow?

340 feet per second
The smokin’ Tornado F4 features the proprietary Advanced Split Limb Technology with integrated Fulcrum Pocket System making it ultra compact and devastatingly fast at 340 feet per second (fps), an increase of 10 fps over its predecessor. At a mere 8 lbs, the Tornado F4 is also very lightweight and balanced.

What bolts can I use with Parker crossbow?

you can use almost any bolts but need something close to what they recommend on the nocks. Looks like all the parkers were are what they call capture nocks.

Is it OK to leave a crossbow cocked overnight?

Do not leave your crossbow cocked for longer than a 24-hour period, as premature stretching of the string and cables may occur, leading to a loss in crossbow performance.

How long will a crossbow last?

Cool and dry storage prolongs the life of your crossbow. Provided you can access the parts and accessories you need, you can keep a crossbow in top working condition for decades. With proper care and maintenance a crossbow can last 15 years or more.

Does Parker co get tornadoes?

Since the occurrence of tornadoes in our county is very low, the cost is prohibitive (approximately $30 million for just the initial installation). In addition, the local terrain impacts the effectiveness of the sirens. The Town can use reverse 911 to contact Parker residents in the event of an emergency.

What are the advantages of a Parker crossbow?

Since 1975, Parker Bows has gained a reputation for manufacturing quality compound crossbows. Parker compound crossbows are suitable for small game hunting, big game hunting, and target shooting. What are the advantages of a crossbow?

What kind of crossbow is the Parker buckbuster?

Crossbow Parker 165 Lb. Buckbuster New With All Accessories Across ancient Greece and Medieval Europe, crossbows have been used for hundreds of years for hunting, war, and sport. Since 1975, Parker Bows has gained a reputation for manufacturing quality compound crossbows.

Is the crossbow rope Cocker kit on backorder?

30-06 Outdoors Crossbow Rope Cocker Maintenance 3 pc. Kit Model: RCD-1 THE ITEM SHOWN ABOVE IS CURRENTLY ON BACKORDER. THE ITEM SHOWN ABOVE IS CURRENTLY ON BACKORDER. THE ITEM SHOWN ABOVE IS CURRENTLY ON BACKORDER. THE ITEM SHOWN ABOVE IS CURRENTLY ON BACKORDER.

How are compound crossbows different from regular crossbows?

A compound crossbow uses a system of cams and pulleys to help draw the arrow into the latch so it can be held in a cocked position. Because of the cams and pulleys, less effort is needed to hold the string in a cocked position. This also allows the compound crossbow to have shorter limbs and increased maneuverability.