Carbon arrow question

[Hogmauler]

My last 18 years in the oilfield was spent at Cameron Elastomer Technology. It was a runner plant that parts for blowout preventers. Top seals, packers, donuts etc, etc.
Most of our management came from Ohio tire plants and were experts in the rubber industry. The plant manager was into racing and spoke often about tires and the need to replace your spares when you replaced your tires. The reason was compounds break down over time and tires (spares) can become unsafe.
Having said that, how often do y’all replace carbon arrows. I’ve seen the horror stories of “arrows exploding “ and going through a persons wrist or some other severe injury.
Do you replace your arrows because of this or advancements in arrow technology or a combination of both? Thanks in advance.

[bowhntrmatt]

I basically only replace arrows when they break or get lost, but honestly this thought crossed my mind recently. Now, I shoot FMJ arrows so the risk is probably lower, but I came to the realization that my arrows are probably pushing 15 years old, maybe more. I think after this season I'll probably just throw them all away and buy fresh ones. Who knows how many thousands of shots some of these have on them.

[hopedale]

I pay attention to their condition. If any show signs of damage, I pull the nock, so I don't shoot it and as soo as I can it gets put in the garbage. I hadn't thought about how old they are and possibly breaking down. I keep the bow and arrows in my office.

Deffinately interested in what others think.

[db@100]

As bad as I shoot, I loose them before they get that old!

[denimdeerslayer]

I've worked out there. I shoot FMJ so there is protection from going into you hand.

[Hogmauler]

Sounds like FMJ it is. Where can I buy them? And thanks for taking the time to respond.

[Hogmauler]

Bass Pro has em.

[dustoffer]

Well, since I never moved to carbons and shoot exclusively Easton XX75s, I only have to replace them when a deer/hog breaks one, or I lose one.

[spread5150]

I shoot the same 2-4 arrows for practice. Replace um as they go or get lost in practice. They are first up come hunt time. I know how they react. I know what they will do. They get broke when a hog or deer whatever runs off with them. Replace that one and keep going. A dozen lasts a long time like this.
I use Easton axis and an iron Will collar. I recommend both. The collar makes them very strong. The end is where the problems starts (both ends ) make sure knocks are seated.

[Mudslinger]

Before you shoot any carbon arrow, new or shot before, flex them in your hands and if you hear a creak or something strange, put them in the junk pile and cut up so you never shoot them again.

[100%TtId]

Before you shoot any carbon arrow, new or shot before, flex them in your hands and if you hear a creak or something strange, put them in the junk pile and cut up so you never shoot them again.

Also pay special attention if you have an arrow go way off the bullseye after an otherwise good shot.

I had an FMJ once that impacted about 18 inches off the point of aim. When I pulled it from the target it looked fine but I flex tested it and it broke in two with minimal force. I’m sure if I had shot that arrow again it would have exploded at the instant it was released.

FMJs are great but you need to cull any that have the slightest dent, crack, or split.

[Hogmauler]

Thank y’all so much.