Athens Judgement Compound Bow

The Athens Judgement is a 36-inch, 340 fps IBO do-it-all target bow from Athens' early-2010s lineup, launched at $849 for the blacked-out standard and $899 for full camo. Its case rests on feel rather than a spec-sheet headline: a smooth, even draw, a hold that behaves like a longer-brace bow, a firm adjustable-let-off wall, and a dead-in-the-hand release that the Anchor string stop earns. What I keep coming back to is that "all-in-one" is not marketing here - the 40-to-70-pound range and camo finishes make the crossover real, and owners genuinely used it for both spots and hunting. Athens' small-shop fit and finish, the standout CNC grip, and sealed-bearing EV2x cams round out a bow that was built to be tuned once and trusted. Because it is discontinued, it is a used-market find today, but a well-kept one restrung by any pro shop is a lot of forgiving, versatile bow. It is an excellent choice for the 3D and spot shooter who refuses to own a bow they can't hunt with, and it is particularly strong at holding steady on the spot. Buyers who want the most speed and heaviest draw should also look at the Elite Judge; those who want maximum forgiveness on a dedicated target line should look at the Bowtech Specialist... read full review