BIGshot

Overview

BIGshot Archery manufactures archery targets including 3D targets, bag targets, broadhead targets, crossbow targets, and simulators focused on durability and precision.¹²⁵ The company serves archers from beginners to professionals, clubs, schools, and nonprofits, with products made in the United States.¹⁵⁷ It positions itself in the archery market through innovative designs addressing issues like broadhead penetration and target longevity.³⁷

History

BIGshot Archery was founded in 2003 by an individual addressing personal issues with broadhead performance on layered targets, leading to the development of more durable options.⁷ The company reached its 10th anniversary around 2013, having been established with a vision to solve real problems for archers, bowhunters, clubs, and ranges.³ It expanded from basic targets to include patent-pending interactive video systems and industrial-strength products.³

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in the United States at the company's facility in Elverson, Pennsylvania.¹⁵⁶ Operations appear in-house given the small team size and focus on custom designs.¹²

Notable Products

• Pro Hunter Coyote - Bag target designed for repeated broadhead shots.
• Real Wild 3D Mountain Goat - Large foam 3D target for realistic mountain hunting simulation.
• Real Wild 3D Dall Sheep - Life-size foam sheep target with EZ Pull foam.
• Real Wild 3D Stump Target - Camouflaged stump-shaped 3D target for field practice.
• Wooden Knife & Star Throwing Target - Plywood target for knife and axe throwing.

Reputation

BIGshot is regarded by archers for producing durable targets that withstand broadheads without frequent replacement, earning trust among clubs and ranges.¹³⁷ Enthusiasts value the American-made quality and innovations like interactive systems, though limited scale may restrict widespread professional adoption.²³ Some note affordability in blemished lines, balancing cost with performance.⁵