GripHunting bows and target bows used to be so much different in design they could almost be in entirely different compound bow categories. This gives the benefits of a roller system, while allowing less stress on the cable overall. This system allows the cables to roll on the roller guard, but the strings are located on the opposite end of the roller than what is historically typical. The Reverse Roller guard system is carried over as well from previous Mathews bows. If shooters add those from the aftermarket, it is possible they will not even notice much of a difference in how it sounds after the shot. The Halon 32 gets a few speed nocks added to the top and bottom of the string, but no leaches or string silencers are added from the factory. Straight out of the box, the Halon 32 feels vibration free and quiet after the arrow is released. Mathews has also incorporated the harmonic dampener, harmonic stabilizer, and most recent Dead End string stop system to the Halon 32 to make it a super quiet and vibration free bow before adding any accessories to it. The cages are located on the top and bottom of the riser, and add strength preventing any type of torque caused by the bow being drawn. The Crosscentric cam system is huge, and the limbs are wider than traditional limbs, which combined together create a need to have a more substantial riser. The overall 4.73-pounds weight of the bow is mostly associated to the dual bridged riser design. RiserThe Halon 32 carries over a lot of the same technologies associated with the 2016 Halon. Hopefully, the newly added Sitka and Under Armour finishes will continue to be options in the future for Mathews. For 2017 shooters have a lot of great choices, and each of them look outstanding. It was obviously not a great seller for them since it was eliminated from the lineup, but that pattern did add a bit of flair to the bow many shooters all enjoyed. It is a shame Mathews no longer offers the tactical pattern. The Ridge Barren pattern from Under Armour is the last great looking addition to the lineup. For Sitka, shooters can choose between Optifade Elevated II, Optifade Open Country, and Optifade Sub Alpine. Where many people are going to get excited, Mathews has partnered with Sitka and Under Armour to offer their hunting designs as well. Other offerings from the 2016 choices will be all black, and Stone. This camo choice is a Mathews' upgrade to the original Lost Camo, and has a bit more definition when compared side by side with each other. Mathews will continue to offer their own camo as an option in 2017 with the Lost XD pattern. The Halon 32 is no exception, and some may even argue the new finish choices make it the best-looking Mathews bows period. Ten or so years ago, archers shooting their rigs all the time would start to notice the front of the grip area wearing thin finish wise, but the look and durability for the most part has always been outstanding. FinishThe Mathews finish has always looked great. Ultimately, the Halon 32 offers a more favorable axel-to-axel measurement for most shooters, but with limited upgrades in technology, it may not be enough for those already owning a 2016 Halon to make the jump into a new bow. However, the $1099 MSPR tag may put the Halon 32 6-inch brace height out of the question for some archers. The price is to be expected for the flagship hunting model of an industry giant like Mathews. However, hunters out West needing to backpack all over creation looking for animals may really notice the added mass to the Halon 32. For most shooters, the added weight is going to help minimize pin float and increase accuracy. This weight is about a pound heavier than the magical 4-pound mark many prefer, before adding accessories, which could add up a great deal as well. The added length adds a bit of weight as well with the Halon 32 weighing in at 4.73-pounds. This 32-inches really seems to be a sweet spot where stable and compact meet up. The Halon 32 is a stretched out version of the 2016 Halon model, and most shooters are going to appreciate the added 2-inches of axel to axel stability, and the string to face angle from the longer measurement. A 6-inch brace height is generally as short as many shooters want to go, while still allowing for some good forgiveness characteristics and IBO rated speeds up to 343 feet per second. The Halon 32 6-inch model is going to be a very popular model for many hunters. Each of these varies a bit in performance based on the brace height although the technology and engineering behind the bow is the same. The Mathews Halon 32 features three different brace height models, with a 5, 6, and 7-inch option.
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