CD Archery

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Overview

CD Archery produces ILF risers for barebow archery, emphasizing weight-forward designs for improved feel and shooting performance. The brand focuses on Olympic-style barebow risers and is known for custom manufacturing in the US.²³⁵

History

CD Archery was founded in 2010 in the United States. Since 2016, Area Tool & Manufacturing produced its innovative barebow risers. In 2023, Area Tool acquired CD Archery to continue its operations and preserve product quality.⁵⁷

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
WF29XO Extreme Olympic Barebow Riser	Weight-forward 29-inch design for elite barebow	$1,500 - $2,000
WF27XO Olympic Barebow Riser	Weight-forward riser with standard mounting	$1,400 - $1,900
WF21 Riser	3lb 8oz weight-forward with deflex and camo option	$1,200 - $1,600
WF19 Riser	Lighter baseline weight-forward barebow riser	$1,100 - $1,500

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in the United States by Area Tool & Manufacturing, which has produced CD Archery risers since 2016 and acquired the brand in 2023.⁵⁷

Notable Products

WF29XO 'Beast' - 29-inch extreme Olympic barebow riser weighing 5lb with enhanced weight forward and balance adjustments.
WF27XO - Olympic barebow riser with clicker, sight, and stabilizer mounting, including built-in arrow rest option.
WF21 - 3lb 8oz riser with adjusted limb pad angles, deflex, weight holes, and optional camo Cerakote.
WF19 - Standard weight-forward riser serving as base for heavier models.

Reputation

CD Archery risers are regarded by serious archers for their groundbreaking weight-forward design and precise shooting characteristics. Enthusiasts value the American manufacturing and competitive use by staff members nationwide. Following the 2023 acquisition, the brand maintains quality through its partnership with Area Tool.²⁵⁸

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