Mathews Black Max 2 Compound Bow

The Mathews Black Max 2 was the speed conscience of a lineup better known for silence - a 330+ fps Solocam (340+ with the Turbo MaxCam) built on a 5.5-inch brace that, against every expectation, shoots like a sleeper. As a discontinued model it lives entirely on the used market now, typically trading around $250 to $350 depending on condition, draw specs, and included accessories, which makes it one of the more bow-for-the-dollar single cams a patient buyer can find. What you get is genuine speed confirmed by real owner chronograph numbers, a light 3.5-pound carry, a quiet and well-damped shot, and the dead-simple upkeep of a single cam that needs no synchronization. What it asks in return is form: this is a bow for the experienced hunter who owns a clean release, not a first bow to learn on. The tell, for me, is who keeps these - shop-hardened shooters with newer options still reaching for their Black Max 2 because of how it shoots and how little it complains. An excellent bow for the seasoned whitetail and hog hunter who wants a fast, light, quiet single cam and will earn its short brace, particularly strong on long cold treestand sits where weight and quiet matter. Buyers prioritizing a more forgiving draw and a taller, calmer brace should also look at the Bowtech Allegiance... read full review