Testing
The Liberty 1 must be shot with a perfectly centered string loop (factory pre-installed). Any change in the position of the loop may affect the shock and vibration levels so it is important to either leave it alone or mark its position if you intend to replace it.
SPECIFICATIONS LIBERTY I '07
MANUFACTURER:
Liberty Archery, Dept. P.B., 120 Saratoga Ave. #82, Santa Clara, CA 95051; (408) 983 - 1127
MODEL:
Liberty I '07
DRAW WEIGHTS:
45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 82 pound peak
DRAW LENGTH:
Cam Specific from 26.35 to 32 inches
RISER
Investment Cast A357-T6 aluminum
LIMBS:
Split Barnsdale Pimbs
MASS WEIGHT:
2.3 pounds
LETOFF:
85 percent
GRIP:
One-piece Sarlink/Safoam molded
BRACE HEIGHT:
7 inches
AXLE-TO-AXLE LENGTH:
20.5 inches
FINISH:
Realtree HD Green
ADVERTISED IBO SPEED:
308 fps
SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE:
$699
Comments:
A compact, ultra maneuverable, hunting bow.
Set up included the usual shoot-through arrow rest, however, instead of a brass nock I installed a string loop. The test bow had a 28-inch cam and a draw weight of 65 pounds. A 350-grain arrow was paper tuned for testing.
Speed was measured using two profession-grade chronographs and a mechanical shooting machine. Averaged over 15 shots the Liberty I registered speeds of 270.4 fps.
My first shots out of the bow produced major hand shock, which led me to experiment with loop position and the adjustable cable system. It took some work, however, the majority of the shock and vibration were eliminated. A stabilizer reduced it even more.
I thoroughly enjoyed shooting the Liberty. It has a smooth draw cycle and a comfortable grip. Once you get past the size you'll realize that it is a serious bow that performs extremely well.
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