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The Franzbogen line up of 3D targets includes a Turkey Hen and a Strutting Turkey. The Turkey Hen shown here has been on test for 2 years.

The Foam used by Franzbogen is more solid than others and although it does absorb arrow impacts well it will not last as long as some, we have noticed that the foam is not quite as self healing as some, also hits toward the edges of the target will tend to "chunk" out over time - however this must be tempered by the fact that they are some way cheaper than others too.

This target is 69cm tall and 86cm long (27" X 33"), it should be noted that every surface is rounded and a less than solid hit will result in an arrow skidding off often resulting in a breakage. This can't really be held against a target which looks exactly like what it is supposed to be and Turkey hens do not have clean square edges.

My first thought upon seeing it in the flesh was that the head would last no time at all. However during the course of normal use all seemed well until he was hit in the head from a heavy arrow from a 60# Pronghorn. The head was separated from the body but was held in place by two metal wires.

This is a good target despite it's ability to snap arrows. The base has a hole up through the legs for a ground peg to be inserted.

Rating
Features & Design
From an archers point of view this is a tricky target often resulting in a "skid off" if not a solid hit, this can mean broken arrows, from the point of view of the person buying it, the head and neck area are cause for concern, a reasonable sized bow will be able to shoot off the head. Despite the addition of wire struts in the neck nobody likes to see a broken 3D.
Performance
This target doens't get used as often as some because of the issues above.
Value for Money
This particular 3D may not be such wonderful value as many others in the Franzbogen line.
Overall
A good looking target, they have done a good job producing a Turkey hen which to be fair is exactly this shape. The neck and price mean this target scores a little less.

 

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Essential Details
What : Franzbogen Turkey Hen. Price : £90

 Has 2 Scoring rings and a base.

Neck is reinforced with 2 steel wires.

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