Prime Archery Prime ONE 36 STX Target Bow, Purple, Shoot Through Riser, Prime Archery

The Prime One STX is one of the smoothest and most accurate competition bows on the market today. With a draw length adjustable from 24.5" - 31" and draw weights that can run from 30# - 70#, this rig will sling an arrow downrange at up to 323 fps. The shooter also has the option of setting a limb stop for a strong, solid feel, or a cable stop for a softer feel at full draw. With the exceptionally smooth draw, incredible accuracy, and the dead-in-the-hand feel, this is a "must shoot."

Risers/Limb

The shoot-through riser on this bow is made from 7000 series forged aluminum and is CNC machined to very exacting specs for two exceptional platforms; 36" ATA and 39" ATA. This process produces one of the lightest and strongest, torque-free platforms to design a bow around on the market today. This rig is very well balanced, creating a very accurate platform to shoot. The limbs for this rig are new extra-wide laminated limbs that help create a more solid, stable shooting platform with lots of accuracy and shootability. The added width of the limbs enhances the strength of the solid limbs, making them more reliable.

The limbs come in peak weights of 40#, 50#, 60#, and 70#. The draw weight can be adjusted by loosening the limb pocket locking screws and adjusting the limb bolts; then re-securing the locking screws. Each rotation of the limb bolt will equate to 2 - 3 pounds of draw weight. These limbs are secured with a redesigned limb pocket with tighter tolerances to eliminate any limb movement, resulting in a more accurate, more consistent shot every time.

Other Components

This bow is designed for the competition shooter and does not come standard with a lot of "bells and whistles." It does, however come with the Flexis AR cable guide, a carbon string stop, 452 BCY strings, and limb dampeners. This bow does not come with too many add-ons since it is for the serious competitive shooter who is usually very particular about how his equipment is set up.

Eccentric System

This bow utilizes the Parallel Cam System (PCS). This cam system offers a wide range of adjustability through the use of three base-cam sizes and nine draw modules. The different cam sizes are factored into the draw length: the "A" cam for 27" - 31;" "B" cam for 26" - 30;" and "C" cam for 24.5" - 28.5." This system also allows the shooter to choose between a shorter valley, a more aggressive feel, or something a little more forgiving. Each cam has its own string yolk that is not interchangeable with the other cams. Using this type of cam system also guarantees the shooter will have a back wall they are comfortable with, and the draw cycle they prefer. It will also hit the 323 fps IBO with ease.This rig is adjustable from 24.5" - 31" in half-inch increments, and the draw uses a set of nine modules. Because there are three cam sets based on the draw lengths, not all modules will fit with all cams. You will also require a bow press in order to change the modules. This cam setup also has two draw stops available; a limb stop and a cable stop. The shooter determines which to use. The limb stop offers a more solid feel at the end of the draw cycle, while the cable stop gives the shooter a softer feel.

Draw Cycle/Shootability

This bow is very smooth throughout the draw cycle with no unexpected bumps and jerks. As a competition bow, there is very little vibration at the moment of the shot, and the bow is very well balanced. Many archers that have shot the Prime One STX have been quite surprised at the overall feel of this rig. From the moment shooters pick up this bow, they are surprised at how well the grip fits the hand, the ease of the draw, and the feel and accuracy of the shot.

Grip

The bow uses Prime's Ghost Grip side plates. These side plates are thinner and more comfortable for most shooters, but can be removed and replaced with Prime's Ultra Fit Grip. The Ultra Fit is a high-performance rubber molded grip that provides the shooter with extra comfort and more consistency for each shot.Competition bows are a specialized bow, and all are designed to be very accurate.

Usage Scenarios

This bow is designed for competition shooting. When not at an event, it will be found on the 3D course or target range gearing up for the next event.

Summary

The Prime One STX is one of Prime's competition class bows that is a redesign of the original Prime One. It comes in two ATAs, 36" and 39," and has a wide range of adjustability in draw length and draw weight. The shoot-through riser design is a very strong platform that helps eliminate torque and enhances accuracy. This bow has stronger limb pockets, stiffer limbs, and the new PCS cams provide the necessary power to make it a contender. With an IBO of 323 fps, and a moderate price range, don't be surprised when you see this rig in the hands of a winner.