X bow recomendation

[Rifleman]

I was wondering if anyone could give me a good recommendation for a quality crossbow package. If I bought one I would need it set up ready to go with bolts, broadheads, scope, quiver etc. It would not be shot much, mostly a few targets, the occasional groundhog, and possibly a deer. Not getting this for myself, but a friend who has a need for something to safely and quietly dispatch groundhogs around the farm and who might use it to shoot a deer, but not likely. We are also considering a high powered airgun and have posted on the rifle forum about that. But it seems we need to consider all our options. I know there are alot of good cross bows out there and I see the packages that Bass Pro and other places like that have, and they seem interesting. But I know rifle packages are often not that good, as they put garbage scopes on them and I want to avoid any pitfalls if I can. I am not looking for the equivalent of a Cooper rifle, but maybe something akin in quality to a Rem 700 with a Leupold VX II. Any replies will be much appreciated. Thank you, Rman

[ozark]

You are right, there are many quality bows. One thing to consider will your friend have the strength to cock a 150 lb. or more pull. If not, they will need cocking straps or a winch type cocking mechasism. I have killed raccoons and squirrel with mine but the range has been under 30 yards. Ben

[sw]

Dwight,
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Steve