Beautifully made tank! | Hinderer XM-18 3.5” Recurve Review

Published: 5 months ago

Check the ClarkeScore Database here!*

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IuYRvkBVxmhpS9weOT66iXsITNXeyH3eoBiZJRtxn50/edit?gid=1653988778=1653988778

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ONE LINE REVIEW:
Famous for a reason, the XM-18 is exceptional in many ways, but the "base" version is held back by its thick blade stock.

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SPECS
Length: 8.25"
Weight: 5.60 oz
Blade Length: 3.50"
Blade Thickness: 0.165"
Country: USA
MSRP: $425

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CLARKESCORE (v 1.0)

FUN FACTOR
Distinctiveness: 9
Design: 8
Action: 9
Fit & Finish: 9
Cool Factor: 9
FUN FACTOR TOTAL: 44/50

UTILITY
Cutting Performance: 4
Robustness: 9
Carry: 6
Ergonomics & Feel: 8
Value: 8
UTILITY TOTAL: 35/50

CLARKESCORE TOTAL: 79/100

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* Credit to Doug DeMuro's DougScore for inspiration.
https://www.dougdemuro.com/dougscore
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