Name: PCH Custom Bows
Brand: Black Widow Bows
Availability: InStock

$1,350.00

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The new PCH series take-downs were conceived in the shadows of the PMA and the PSA to meet a growing desire for a compact, handier and more maneuverable weapon for close quarter shooting from ground blinds, brush or tree stands. The PRECISION COMPACT HUNTER has the same deep-deflex design as it's cousins but with a shorter riser allowing for a generous working limb (See RECOMMENDED LIMB LENGTHS below). This provides you with a short, compact bow with less finger pinch and a smoother draw than most other bows of the same limb length. Whether contorting to get a shot from a ground blind, twisting to take that big buck that slipped in behind your tree stand or chasing after elk on horseback in the high country of the Rocky Mountains, this Widow gives you the best of both worlds... SHORT and SWEET! The PCH bows are CNC “precision crafted”. The black “phenolic” riser sections of the handle and limbs make a distinctive two-tone contrast; plus they are more impervious to moisture in the critical areas around the mounting pins and limb bolts. The extended shelf provides more protection for the hand and the outside edge of the shelf is relieved to make it easier to achieve good arrow flight off-the-shelf. The PCH has a two inch shorter handle than the PSA series and is intended for the instinctive shooter that can utilize a shorter sight window than the PSA series. The shorter handle, in turn, allows for a comparatively longer working limb, making it possible to use a shorter overall bow length for greater maneuverability (see RECOMMENDED LIMB LENGTHS).

DYNA FLEX TRAPEZOID LIMBS: 54", 56", 58" and 60". Black phenolic riser sections. Vertically stacked, tapered laminations reinforced with a red, woven glass center core. Faced with transparent fiberglass. Flemish-twist DynaFLIGHT 97 string.
HANDLE: 14 inches. Deflex design. Pre-stressed, multiple layers of laminations, reinforced with pre-stressed multiple layers of red black and white fiberglass. Full 3 inch sight window cut 1/8 of an inch past center. Extended radiused shelf. Black Widow spider medallion inlay. Brass inserts for Black Widow side-mount quivers, sight or stabilizer available at no additional charge (please specify).
BRACE HEIGHT: 8 to 8 3/4 inches (from string to throat of grip).
MASS WEIGHT: Slightly less than 3 pounds for 58" bow.
FINISH: Sealed and protected in nonreflective “Frost” (matte) clear marine epoxy. All inserts and bushings are solid brass.

The natural camouflage of the “Graybark” birch laminations blends beautifully with the gray of tree bark, trunks and limbs.PCH II Graybark Complete Bow

Frequently asked questions

What kind of arrow speed can I expect from my bow?

(This question is one that we are asked most often) This is a very tough question to answer, as there are numerous variables involved in the determination of arrow speed. Long draws and smooth releases will aid in increased arrow speed and vary from shooter to shooter. Just remember that you need to shoot at least 8 to 11 grains (we recommend 9-11 or more; especially with long draw lengths of 29 inches or more, which can significantly increase the possibility of limb tip damage when using a high performance bowstring) of arrow weight per pound of bow that you draw. The answer is not set or simple so we recommend that you contact us with the specifics of your setup and we will try to help you get a good idea of your arrow speed.

What length of bow/poundage should I get?

We recommend that you order your bow length based on your draw length, measured to the far side of the shelf. Refer to the catalog for draw length recommendations. More than one length may work. As for the poundage, if you shoot a compound and are new to traditional archery, you would probably want to drop about 25% from your compound weight. If you are shooting a traditional bow now of a different brand, keep in mind that Black Widow bows, as well as several other high performance traditional bows, shoot much harder than bows made twenty or thirty years ago. So don’t over bow yourself. We have found that 45 – 55 pounds should be enough bow for most small to medium sized game animals. Ken preaches accuracy-accuracy-accuracy and that comes from being able to control your bow.

Which model should I choose?

We try to base the answer to this question on what you are going to use your bow for. Hunting, target/3-D, recreation, etc. The PMA series is the “old naildriver” and is considered the best choice by our tournament shooters. Those of you who like to take the longer shots might want to look at thePMA. The PSA was designed due to the number of instinctive shooters in the market requiring a shorter hunting bow without using sights. The PSA is a good choice for most bowhunters. The PTF series is basically a one-piece version of the PSA and is favored by bowhunters due to its simplicity and light weight. The PSR recurve was designed with the romance of the 50’s. It's short and maneuverable for blind or tree stand hunting. It has the exact same grip and riser as our PL longbow, which makes it unbelievably easy to switch back and forth between these two bows. Finally, thePL. It is one of the smoothest longbows you will ever shoot and the transaction from a recurve to this bow is as easy as it gets.

How does the DEMO BOW program work?

We have a fleet of demo bows available for our customers to try in their own backyard. In order to try one out, you must first call us to determine which bow is for you and it’s availability. Then, you may use a credit card or money order to pay us for the cost of the model you have selected, plus UPS Ground shipping to you and back to us. You may then keep the bow for approximately one week and return it to us. We will either credit you back for the cost of the bow or roll it into a new bow order. If you order a new bow, shipping will be no charge. The bottom line is that if you demo and decide not to buy at this time, you are out about $50.00 in most cases for 2 way shipping. If you order a bow, you are only out half of that amount