lighter arrow moving faster VS heavier arrow moving slower

Subject: lighter arrow moving faster VS heavier arrow moving slower

Date: Wed Dec 18 02:14:53 2002
Posted by Joe
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Say the two arrows are essentially the same.  Same diameter, same point, same 
amount of drag (from feathers and such)the only difference between the two 
arrows would be the weight.  When shot from the same bow, at the same draw 
length, at the same target, at the same distance, which is more effective at 
penetrating that target? And could you please explain to me why?   Thanks

Re: lighter arrow moving faster VS heavier arrow moving slower

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