My last dozen deer were taken at under 20 yards, including a big 10-pointer last year that was only 10 yards away. Shots at whitetails are exciting and difficult enough using standard crossbow settings getting fancy only further complicates matters when quick decisions (and shots) must be made. While it is possible to sight in starting at 10 yards, or even 30 yards, and make the appropriate adjustments downrange, I chose to stick with the manual’s recommendations by starting at 20 yards. I fired numerous arrows at 20, 30, 35 and 40 yards simply to test the calibration of the scope and found it to be kill-zone accurate at all distances. Owner-installed scopes can sometimes be difficult to sight in, but the Sniper 370 was on target at 20 yards by shot No. It was a simple matter of knotting the rope where it feels most comfortable. Cocking and loading using the provided rope cocker went smoothly after I adjusted the rope’s length. Cock and load the Sniper 370 per the instructions and then pull the trigger only when the safety is moved to the “Fire” position.įollowing Crosman’s recommendation of applying a small amount of wax to the rail every 12 to 15 shots, the initial range session went off without a hitch. In addition, switching the Cocking Preparation Switch to the “Off” position will disengage the anti-dry fire mechanism, which could create additional problems should the trigger be pulled without an arrow on the rail. Otherwise, with the safety in the “Safe” position the trigger mechanism will not accept and hold the string during the cocking process. To cock the crossbow, the Cocking Preparation Switch must be in the “On” position and held there while pushing the Safety switch into the “Fire” position. A 40-yard-plus shot in typical whitetail habitat is a long poke for a crossbow even under ideal conditions, so hats off to Crosman for designing a scope that is tailored to a crossbow hunter’s needs.Ĭocking and loading the Sniper 370 is pretty much standard operating procedure with one minor change (remember that owner’s manual?). This is reasonable and practical for crossbow shooting. Speaking of scopes, the Sniper 370 package includes a 4x42 red-green illuminated scope with crossbow-friendly crosshair-and-circle reticles that are calibrated for 20, 30, 35 and 40 yards. Youngsters and some women often struggle to hold and shoot a crossbow, but that problem is easy to remedy with the Sniper 370. With the adjustable stock it would be an easy matter to fit the Sniper 370 to a shooter with a smaller frame, shorter arms or longer neck. Non-adjustable stocks often require the shooter to twist and squirm to get a good sight picture.
I set the adjustables as far out as they would go, installed the scope then brought the stock pieces in to where I had a comfortable, on-target fit. This is a great help during the scope-mounting process. This made assembly a breeze - even for those who are mechanically challenged.Īnother pleasing feature of the Sniper 370 is its adjustable stock and foregrip. The Sniper 370 owner’s “manual” consists of a mere two pages of instructions and photos. It’s a process that can be a real chore with some other models. With the parts, tools and instructions laid out in front of me I had the crossbow and quiver fully assembled and ready to shoot in just minutes. I was pleased to see Crosman provides all the necessary hex wrenches required for the job, which involves just six screws. As is often the case, I found something new and different amid the assembly and operating instructions, proving once again that a quick read of the instructions is highly recommended for any crossbow buyer. First, I wanted to ensure all the parts and elements of the crossbow were on hand, but I also wanted to check for new developments or surprises in the assembly or operation of the crossbow.
#Centerpoint crossbow maintenance manual#
It takes only to carry a crossbow in the field for a few minutes to realize the value and utility of a good sling, yet a limited number of crossbow packages include this highly convenient and necessary hunting accessory.Īs always, I studied the owner’s manual before beginning the assembly process.
The first item in the package was a quick-detachable sling, which made me very happy even before unpacking the camo riser and limbs. At a price point considerably less than half that of most other crossbow manufacturers, the Sniper 370 includes many features that are generally offered as accessories, making this one of the most economical, hunter-friendly crossbows on the market. When it comes to getting more bang for your crossbow buck, Crosman’s new CenterPoint Sniper 370 crossbow definitely leads the pack.
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