Guillotine X crossbow review - you must see this hidden gem!

Ease of Assembly

The EK Archery Guillotine X crossbow follows a simple and standard compound bow setup process. This process can be broken down in these steps:

1. Inspect and attach the crossbow's cables to the cable slide.
2. Once attached, lubricate and insert the crossbow's cable slide right under the rail. 
3. Assemble the riser.
4. Attach the barrel into the assembled riser by using the bolts that come packed with the crossbow.
5. Make sure that the cable slide and the Guillotine X crossbow string are both properly positioned to the riser area.
6. Install the quiver mounting bracket onto the crossbow's picatinny rail (this is located just right under the stock). 
7. Install the scope to the mount. Take note that the crossbow mount can be tilted to change the angle/direction of the scope. 
8. Finally, install the shoulder sling to the crossbow's sling studs. 

Although easy to install, you may want to pay extra attention to the screw setup found on this crossbow's riser. The lock washers and rubber coated threads used in this setup do help in securing the crossbow. However, the firm hold these have on the crossbow's integrity also means that screw hex holes may be damaged every time you need to tighten or loosen the riser screws.

Focusing on Safety

The EK Archery Guillotine-X compound crossbow has a trigger pull of below 3.5 lbs. The trigger itself comes in a narrow design, positioning itself to be a firm fixture in this crossbow setup. Additionally, the trigger housing is machined molded, assuring of safe and accurate shots. 

This crossbow also comes with a standard anti-dry fire mechanism feature. Take note that this feature only works after the crossbow is cocked.

The entire construction does result in a safer shooting experience for hunters, with the lightweight and composite build promoting lesser user fatigue.

Guillotine X Crossbow Crossbow Firepower Check

A great reason to get this crossbow may probably be because of its firepower. Able to manage up to 400 fps, the Guillotine X may find no trouble at all facing up even the toughest targets found in the wild.

But an issue seems to exist regarding the firepower potential this crossbow has. Down pressure is quite strong in this option. And without the right maintenance or checks, hunters may end up seeing the actual string to be damaged after some set shots.

In other words, this is indeed a powerful crossbow - but you'd need to tune it properly to avoid any damage (or injury) from occurring.

EK Archery Guillotine X Crossbow Review Ballistic Data Overview

This crossbow's potential to unleash kinetic energy all boils down on its cams and limbs setup. And the Guillotine X does have some nice features that tackle these: the unique P-Core system assures that the cams' excellent geometric design can harness energy efficiently; the compression fiberglass limbs are strong enough to muster the force. 

Actual kinetic energy generation, though, all depends on the crossbow setup. Some things to consider with kinetic energy would also be distance and weather conditions, factors that may change the energy output.

Construction and Durability

The limbs are very durable.

This crossbow is relatively light, at just 3.85 kg. Additionally, the integration of aluminum composite and CNC machined materials does make this a light yet durable crossbow. 

In fact, the Guillotine X integrates a unique ultra-light tech, which reduces overall weight found in the frame of the crossbow.

The limbs are durable and can withstand shooting tension. The compression fiberglass build found on this part works really well with the quad limb orientation.

However, the devil is in the smallest details with this crossbow. The crossbow's foregrip does help in accuracy and stability - but the inside edges of this part do seem to be sharp (and possibly painful for) to the skin. 

Additionally, the crossbow's limbs are secured in the limb bolts' pockets. However, no spacer can be found in this area. 

Still, this is a well-designed and tough crossbow with questionable design elements in it.

Accuracy and Shooting Speed Checks

The Guillotine X's lightweight design and construction does promote good marksmanship. Additionally, it does take minimal work and tuning to get the right shooting motion in. The crossbow's trigger system also helps in getting arrows where you want them to be, with the smooth yet crisp shooting motion this part enforces.

Speed is excellent as well, given the riser and limbs' construction. The CNC machined cams also help in getting that consistent speed during every shot.

Guillotine X Crossbow Review Hunting Cocking and Aiming Information

Cocking is relatively simple and easy with this crossbow (it does follow the standard crossbow cocking process). However, there may be some confusion on some shooters on how to do this essential step right.

And this is mainly because of the cocking hooks design! Some hunters may seem to think that these hooks are facing at an odd angle, when in fact, you can still attach a cocking rope on these parts with ease. Aside from the design, it may be the lack of clear instructions that may confuse shooters.

Aiming is easy with this crossbow. The scope that comes with the Guillotine X is of standard design - it isn't illuminated. Additionally, the scope uses the ladder form of targeting. If you prefer a lighted or ring/cross targeting, please replace the scope ASAP!

Practical Hunting Usage

Double check that your broadheads will fit as expected.

In a sense, this crossbow brings some much-needed edge during hunts. The impressive firepower that this crossbow delivers works really well with its weight as well.

However, some extra care and attention needs to be done to make the most out of the Guillotine X crossbow. The screws would need to be constantly checked to see if any damage has been done on the frame. Additionally, the pressure on the strings need to be checked - improper tuning may result in the strings being snapped, mainly because of the crossbow's outstanding firepower potential.

Guillotine X Crossbow Accessory Check

Here are the accessories that come with these crossbow:

• Cocking rope
• Crossbow scope (4 x 32)
• Quiver (holds up to 6 arrows)
• Sling
• Shooting goggles
• String wax
• 20" carbon bolts (3 arrows)

Miscellaneous Information on the Guillotine X Crossbow

Some helpful tidbits to learn more about this crossbow:

Why the Guillotine X Crossbow is Recommended

Some factors on why you should get this crossbow:

Issues that May Need to be Addressed in the Guillotine X Crossbow

Here are some potential problems you may face with this option: