COBRA BARBARIAN MXT 125 gr (2022 Model) Broadhead Test
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ส.ค. 2022
- This is a test of 2022 Model 125 gr Barbarian MXT Mechanical Broadhead designed for crossbows (but can be used with vertical bows as well), by Cobra.
Here is summary of my 2022 Testing Procedure & Scoring w/ the scores of the Barbarian MXT posted in parenthesis as well.
Total Barbarian Score: 83.32 = 8 Golden Arrows
1. Flight Forgiveness (20%, 20 pts)
This is not just a test of how heads fly out of my bow, as it was in the past. With a well tuned bow, properly built arrows & good form, almost every head flies well. That's why in the past most heads got a flight score of 9 or 10. But that doesn't help those who may not have perfectly tuned bows/arrows/good form. So now I am gauging Flight Forgiveness. This is based on how the head flies for me, how well it spins, how "sensitive" the flight is to imperfections, & the exposed surface area of the blades. The max score of a Mech is 10 (20 on 20 pt scale) & the max score of a Fixed is 8 (16 on 20 pt scale).
2. Cut Size (20%, 12.60 pts)
The more tissue being cut, the more lethal the head, all else equal. The entrance cut, total cut, & width of the cut (a crucial variable for bloodletting) are all scored:
The entrance cut size is compared to a standard of 2.5" then that fraction is weighted to 7% of the score. (.75"+.32"/2.5" x 7 = 3 pts)
The max cut size is compared to a standard of 2.5" as well, then that fraction is is weighted to 7% of the score. (1.5"+.32/2.5" x 7 = 5.1 pts)
The max cutting diameter is compared to a standard of 2.0", then that fraction is weighted to 6% of the score. (1.5"/2 x 6 = 4.5 pts)
3. Blades (20%, 14.93 pts)
Initial sharpness (9%, 425 grams=7.75/10=6.98pts ) & Edge Retention (9%, +125 grams=7.5/10=6.75 pts) are measured using the Edge On Up Sharpness Tester. The pressure needed for a blade to cut thru a copolymer wire is measured in grams.
Edge Retention is the loss of sharpness after the head is shot in Penetration Test 1, thru 1/2" MDF and 2/3" rubber foam mat & Clear Ballistics FBI gel. For every 50 "grams" of sharpness lost, 1 point is deducted from 10.
What are some sharpness scores for common edges?
A butter knife takes 2000 grams of pressure to break the co polymer wire.
A new high end cutlery edge: ~ 375 grams of pressure.
A utility razor blade: 200 grams.
Based on the many broadheads I have tested, here is my scoring scale:
Out of the Box Sharpness:
0-200 gr: 10
201-300 gr 9
301-400 gr: 8
401-500 gr: 7
501-600 gr: 6
601-700 gr: 5
701-800 gr: 4
801-900 gr: 3
901-1000 gr: 2
1001-1100 gr: 1
1101+ gr: 0
Ease to resharpen or replace blades is judged & given 2% of the score. (6/10=1.2 pts)
4. Penetration (20%, 15.04 pts)
There are 3 penetration tests:
Pen Test 1: 1/2" MDF, 2/3" rubber foam mat, Clear Ballistics FBI gel. Depth of penetration is compared to a standard of 9" & weighted to 9% of the score. (7.25" = 7.25 pts)
Pen Test 2: Layered cardboard. # of layers penetrated is compared to a standard of 70 layers & weighted to 9% of the score.
(45 layers=5.79 pts)
Angled Penetration Test: How effectively does the head penetrate 1/4" MDF covered by carpet at a 45 degree angle. This accounts for 2% of the score. (2/2pts)
5. Durability (20%, 17.75 pts)
Each head is shot thru 1/2" MDF 3 times. Its condition is judged 1-10 after each shot & weighted to 12% of the score. (11/12 pts)
If a head survives that, it is then shot thru 22 ga steel plate twice. Its condition is judged 1-10 & weighted to 5% of the score. (9/10=4.5 pts)
If a head survives that, it is then shot into concrete once. Its condition is judged 1-10 & weighted to 3% of the score. (7.5/10=2.25 pts)
Steel plate & concrete are certainly not "realistic" mediums, but they do reveal the outer limits of a head's durability.
BONUS: Heads will be rewarded bonus points for special, intangible features such as: rotation, no O rings/clips for mechs, extra thickness, hole size, other unique designs, etc.
+1 extra good flight
+1 no O Rings
+1 extra thick blades (.070")
TOTAL Barbarian MXT SCORE: 83.32= 8 Golden Arrows
Price of Barbarian: $21.67/head
Grading Scale:
90-100 10 Golden Arrows
85-90 9
80-85 8
70-80 7
60-70 6
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I think your testing has raised the level of which manufactures build their product. Your testing has set the standard high and the junk Broadheads really stand out and help new archers choose design and style closer than ever.
Thank you!
There isn’t another channel that does nearly as many head tests as this channel. It’s much appreciated, I couldn’t afford to destroy so many broadheads! Valuable information for us for free, that deserves a like and a subscription at the least! Thanks again.
Thank you. I'm really glad to hear that.
I used these heads this past year. I am extremely happy with it. I shoot a levitate at 30” and 73 lbs. I shot 1 head into a 2x4, bamboo flooring, 3/4 plywood at a steep angle. 2 deer and still works great. The retainer clips did break off after a few shots but I used a small rubber band to hold it together. I also shot a deer at 90 yards with one. And also missed one and buried into a pine. It took a few minutes to dig out but also still working. They will stay in my quiver.
So glad to hear that. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Sharpness out of box needs serious work. Good looking head, no doubt. Handled the steel plate and block pretty good for a mechanical.
At least these can be sharpened up. And they are very durable. If you're looking for a front deploying mech, these are a good choice.
@@LuskArcheryAdventures -I’m really digging the Sevr’s right now. But I also enjoy your tests and giving everyone a starting point for whatever head it might be.
I was just looking at them love your videos keep up the good work
Thank you!
I really like this broadhead! Great test!
Yep. It was impressive. Thank you
it did ok for a mechanical, but i never expect much from them. i am just always happy when a head makes it to the cinder block.....my favorite part of your tests. 😀
Thanks!
Definitely a better version. Its may have bent and shrunk on cut size, but its still in one piece! I'd shoot these if I had them. Great job as always.
Yep. Very tough!
I'm impressed with this one! I'm not normally much of a fan of expandables but this one is built pretty darn nice. If it were me I'd sharpen the blades a little better and offer it in a single bevel design too.
Yep. At least these can be sharpened up. And they are very durable. If you're looking for a front deploying mech, these are a good choice.
Interesting John!!!! I'm still a SEVR man. I just am not a big fan of over the top function versus the rear deployment! Thank you John and God bless.....
Thanks Michael. Agreed. I want at least one big hole : But for crossbows, these would most likely zip right thru.
Blade retention reminds me of the Innerloc EXP... Which has been shown to pass through deer without deploying at times. Also the Innerloc Devastation.
Thanks for sharing that. I didn't have any problem with deployment...even though it's designed for crossbows.
@@LuskArcheryAdventures my guess is on live animals this head will deploy most of the time. But as more guys use them, there will be some low percentage reports of blades not deploying. They are locked forward really tight.
That's how it was with the Innerloc with similar deployment and blade retention. Pretty tight, usually deploys, but not always (on live animals).
I believe some of the wobble occurred because the broadhead wasn't seated completely to the insert. In the beginning of the video you can see a gap
Yeah, I didn't want to insert a washer there, as it might have affected things. The longer threading may be due to it being for bolts.
Solid performance, seems like they could give up a little in blade thickness and beef up the ferrule more. I’d like to see them come a little sharper also.
Thanks for the comment. There are not many mech ferrules that are this tough.
Wow nice I might have to look into those ...think they would be easy to sharpen??
Yeah, I'd use the Stay Sharp Guide for replaceable blades.
I think that company watched your first testing video. Because that thing is built allot tougher than the 1st model. That thing is pretty impressive. Have you ever hunted with one?
It sure was. Impressive. I've not hunted with them--too many broadheads and not enough hunts :) I typically take about 10-20 animals a year, but I test 50-70 heads per year.
As you know I have been a big fan of sevr broadheads for a while now, and even though they may not be the best broadheads but the durability of the sevr is extremely hard to beat.
I couldn’t agree more. I’ve shot a lot of different mechanical heads with good success, but the sevr as just gave me that added confidence needed. The results are impressive from my experience and John’s for that matter.
Yep. These are MUCH MORE durable than every other mech I've tested...except the Sevr models.
Looks like a solid head. Not sure about the blade sharpness though. 🧐 That’s the highest amount of force I can remember for any cutting test. 🤷♂️ Great testing sir.
Yeah, the blades would need to be sharpened up a bit.
Looks tough and should handle crossbow launches and impacts, curious as to how this would do on your leather mdf gelblock test? Out of a crossbow?
I've considered getting a crossbow to use in testing...probably will at some point.
@@LuskArcheryAdventures definitely would be awesome thx . John
Not bad
Yep.
I think the thickness of those blades hindered the sharpness test. I wonder if your old paper test would show different results. Thanks another cool b.h.
It may have. But I've tested other thick blades that have been very sharp. The bevel angle and sharpening process itself have a lot to do with it.
Hey John do you still shoot with FOB's?
I do still, occasionally. They perform very well. I've just been using Blazers more...and testing out Twister's a bit.
@@LuskArcheryAdventures twisters?
The sharpness on these heads might be the worst I have seen you test John.
At least these can be sharpened up. And they are very durable. If you're looking for a front deploying mech, these are a good choice.
It seemed to hold up well through the test, I wasn't impressed with the overall sharpness of the head and I believe they'll have a issue fully deploying on a deer or softer medium.
Thanks Justin. At least sharpness can be fairly easily fixed. While they are front deploying, they did deploy well, even with my vertical bow. If a head deploys on the hide over a box, it's going to do fine on deer.
What mechanicals performed better?
sevr
3 models of Sevr...but these did VERY well. In a recent test of the Sevr Robusto, the ferrule bent a bit...whereas it did not in my previous tests. The blades of the Sevr still functioned properly. But again, these are top tier for durability.
Impressive but I think the sevr 1.5 is just as if not more durrable....jmo
No doubt.
Good, but the Sevr was way sharper out of the box. These got 425. Off top of my head the Sevr was what? 225? Sevr is the better head I'd say. No doubt this head will kill a deer but the only Mechanical I'd entertain using is the Sevr. Though I'm still going to hunt with fixed this year. If its ain't broke etc, etc, etc...........
Thanks for the comment. At least these can be sharpened up. And they are very durable. If you're looking for a front deploying mech, these are a good choice.
Could you sharpen the blades thank you have a good day
I'm sure it would not be much of a challenge to do so.
Call me crazy but I wish they would make this in a 150 or 200 and make the feral out of a stronger material
If you want a heavier mechanical go look at the crimson talon bone crusher 175 grain
@@tannerrogers5014 hard to find 175 field points to tune grim reapers for me, but what I was getting at is if the barbarian was made heavier they could make the feral out of stronger material so the blades wouldn’t bend back
Barbarians come in 150 grain as well.
@@melissamajor889 did they make the actual feral out of something stronger ?
Yeah, they come in 150 grs.
Going to make my prediction before watching or reading comments they fail 🤣
Well...they did quite well
@@LuskArcheryAdventures it’s the swept back blade design lol
Yeah definitely a crossbow head, needs alot of energy to compensate for its best performance
Yep.
That's sad to make that claim. So I take the 100 is a P.O.S!!
Well, the 100 still did better than most mechs...but the 125 is a lot tougher.
Possibly a good head just very dull blades! If they figured out how to sharpen to a standard mechanical they would be on to something.
Yeah. I don’t think they’re too difficult to sharpen up though.
Thick blades, yes. But, not very sharp compared to others. I'd like to hear what the stay sharp guy says about these blades.
Yeah, they can be sharpened up quite a bit, I'm sure.
Cobra needs to get out of the broadhead game and stick with what they had that worked which was arrow rests and release aids.
The toughest mechanical broadhead ever forged?
Where in Fairytale land?
Blade retention should been different......magnetized maybe.
Blade sharpness....... I have a butter knife sharper than those things.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. As far as durability, it did do better than every other mech I've tested except for Sevr.
Not impressed at all with blade sharpness. I bought a pack and are so dull.
Thanks for sharing your experience. At least sharpening is something you can do fairly easily.