How is anyone supposed to know if their broad head has "a primary cutting edge less than 0.015 inches thick"? Aren't most broad heads made to be larger than this, thus meeting the criteria of Idaho in this aspect, or is it common to have ones thinner than 0.015 inches (which is equal to about 0.381 mm)?
Answer:
The reason for the regulation is to avoid thin broadhead blades from collapsing causing the broadhead to be rendered ineffective in the event it hits hard objects like bone. Today most broadhead manufacturers produce blades in excess of the 0.015 inch minimum, but it is still possible to purchase these “thin” blade broadheads or find old broadheads that do not meet the standards. The best way to find out the specifications on your broadhead is to check the internet which should give you the blade thickness. You can also contact the manufacturer. If you have access to a micrometer, you can check the thickness yourself or take your broadhead to your nearest IDFG Region Office or your local archery pro-shop.
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Wednesday, May 6, 2015 - 12:05 PM MDT