With the dawning of a new year, comes the unveiling of new crossbow gear. Check out the Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400, Excalibur's top of the line crossbow for 2016.

[caption id="attachment_5909" align="aligncenter" width="237"] When it comes to quality and dependability Excalibur is a top name in the crossbow world.[/caption] Excalibur has developed a name of quality and dependability in the crossbow world over the years. Never looking to settle, this year they have examined the Excalibur Matrix 405 and retooled to make their Matrix series the best possible product. Their answer is this year's Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400. [caption id="attachment_5910" align="alignright" width="250"] Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400[/caption] The Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400 was designed with shooters in mind. Not only would the 400 fps. arrow speed bring down anything you could possibly want to hunt, it was built for shootability as well. One way Excalibur has redesigned this bow was to shorten the overall length. By shortening the length down to 36 inches, it will give the bow better balance and movement. Treestand hunters, ground blind hunters, and spot and stalk guys alike can appreciate the short length and comfort of the Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400. While the 36 inch length of the bow is short, it still possesses all the qualities a full size crossbow offers. The ready to shoot package for this crossbow also comes with everything a shooter needs to get started day one. With a Tact-Zone Illuminated scope ready to go and four Diablo arrows with 150 grain field points in the box, you'll be shooting this recurve crossbow in no time. Another feature the Bulldog 400 shooters will appreciate is the Guardian Anti-Dry-Fire system. With this dependable dry fire system, you can make sure the crossbow does not fire on accident. Dry fire systems make the Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400 more safe for shooters and the crossbow itself alike. One point of interest potential shooters should be aware of when purchasing the Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400 is the 280 pound draw weight. This recurve crossbow does have a heavy draw weight, but that weight should be reduced by the use of a cocking device. If you are looking to purchase a new crossbow in 2016, and if you are looking for dependability, shootability, and a top quality product, the Excalibur Matrix Bulldog 400 is a crossbow you should definitely take a look at. Visit thecrossbowstore.com for all of your crossbow hunting needs.