Hello, My name is Samuel Musgrave. I am new to the

Bow forum and need some advice. I am considering the

purchase of a crossbow and would like your thoughts

about what company to stay away from and who keeps

their value if resale was ever required.

I am more concerned with purchasing a quality weapon

than the cost. I don't shop by price alone but I need to

know what company is reliable,will be around later and

something that can be serviced for the life of the weapon.

Thanks

Parker stands behind their products. Never had a crossbow but had one of their bows. Placed a warranty call one time and they didn't even ask for the SN. They just sent me the part that I needed for free. I think all of their bows and crossbow come with a lifetime warranty.

Stay away from GMC...Gubment made crossbows.

TenPoint has a strong following. Parker already mentioned. Barnett and Horton also have been making crossbows for many years and will be around years to come. I have had a Barnett for several years and also experienced no questions asked service when I needed a part from them.

Technology with crossbows is like compound bows in that it still improves greatly with each years new models. Because of that, IMO, you will lose a lot of resale value in short time with even the better name brand crossbows.

Thanks to all. sam