Horton Bone Collector Crossbow Review

Even though this is “my” first crossbow, I am not new to the sport. I used a Barnett wildcat for some time and killed a couple of deer with it. I get asked a lot regarding why I use a crossbow? I use one because I can and it is legal in my state. That’s all they need to know. Really though, I use one because I don’t have the time that I used to in order to practice with my vertical. Anyways, let’s get back to my first crossbow, a Horton bone collector.

Here Are The Specs:

Draw Weight: 175

Mass Weight: 8.6 lbs.

Length: 36 1/8 inches

Width : 24 7/16 inches (21 inches when cocked)

Power stroke: 14 ¾ inches

Arrow Length: 20 inches

Velocity: 320 fps

There were two aspects that were non-negotiable for me when finding the right crossbow. I had to have an aluminum flight rail and a good trigger. This crossbow has both. An aluminum flight rail is tougher than flight rails made from polymer and will be more consistent and resistant to wear. The trigger on the Horton bone collector is 3 lbs and 0 oz. It has zero creep or movement when being pulled – which I and many others like. Many other crossbows have a creeping or rolling trigger that travels a distance before sending the arrow down range. The bone collector’s trigger is crisp and light. It has a three year warranty on the limbs and cam with three aluminum lightning strike arrows. Yes, I call them arrows and many others do as well – not bolts. It also has a forgiving let off which makes it easy to cock.

The stock looks cool and it has a vented fore grip which is also adjustable. This is an excellent safety feature because it helps people keep their fingers out of the path of the string. The butt pad is adjustable and slides off. It also has vibration dampeners located within the riser itself which is cast. Yes, machines aluminum risers are stronger, but this crossbows front end is built like a tank. The only negatives I have found are that the adjustable butt pad slides off a little after every shot. I have heard of people gluing it in place. The Horton bone collector crossbow is not loud but has some recoil. To lessen the recoil, I will be adding some bow jax solid limb vibration dampeners.

As for accuracy, its not surprising that this crossbow is scary accurate. I was expecting that. Here in these pictures you will see how it performed out to forty yards. I use jig-a-loo lubricant to lubricate the flight rail.