If you want the performance of a high-end crossbow without the sticker shock give the Crosman Sniper 370 a look.

Buying a new bow is fun. You get to look at, compare, and test shoot a variety of different bows while browsing for just the right fit. It's kind of like Goldi Locks finding the bed that is juuust right. While analyzing each option you have to determine which bow is the best buy, most comfortable, best performing, and fits your budget. At the end of the day, if you've done your homework, you'll have a brand new bow that fits you personally and should last for years to come. If you happen to be in the market for a new crossbow, the Crosman Sniper 370 is an intriguing option. This crossbow is built to the standards of modern high performance, while also aiming to keep the price tag reasonable. [caption id="attachment_6372" align="alignright" width="250"] Crosman Sniper 370[/caption] The Crosman Sniper 370 is a compound crossbow that uses a 185 pound draw weight to jettison arrows downrange at a respectable 370 feet per second. 370 feet per second may not seem awful fast when compared with the fastest crossbows on the market, but it surely passes any real world test you will throw at it. This bow cranks out arrows with enough force to hunt any big game animal on the planet. It may not be traveling as fast, but still shoots faster than the fastest vertical compound bows on the market today. Simply put, it's enough bow for your next hunting adventure. One advantage of shooting a bow that shoots slightly slower is the decreased noise upon the shot. Typically, not always, as you get faster shooting bows, you also get louder bows. The Crosman Sniper 370 has a comparatively quiet shot when compared to faster bows on the market. In addition to its performance this bow it also has all the built in features to make it a fine bow to shoot. For starters, the Sniper 370 has all the built in safety features a modern crossbow should have. The foregrip is designed to keep your fingers clear of the string upon the shot. It also has an easy to operate safety and an anti-dry fire mechanism. In addition to the safety features incorporated the package deal comes complete with scope, quiver, bolts, and sling. Buy some field points and you've got everything you need to start shooting right away. Lastly, the Crosman Sniper 370 retails for a reasonable $499.99. When you think about this bow's performance, the included features, and the contents of the package, its a hard deal to beat. The Crosman Sniper 370 is a solid middle of the road crossbow. It may not wow folks with it's specs, but it certainly can stick a trophy buck on the wall. If you're all about business and want a functional bow, take a hard look at this surprisingly cheap crossbow. NEXT:HIGH PERFORMANCE CROSSBOW; STRYKER KATANA