Martin Archery has been an underdog that undoubtedly faced doubt from naysayers, in addition to many other hardships. But, like so many times in history, the underdog has risen to the top, and based on these test results, Martin’s FireCat M-3 will compete right alongside the best hunting bows out there. Bowhunting World Field Editor Darron McDougal says the FireCat M-3 is insanely lightweight, unfathomably quiet and vibration-free, and lethal beyond a doubt.

For more of McDougal’s impressions, check out his detailed 5-minute YouTube video below.

Sidebar: Test Bow Specs

• Axle-to-Axle Length: 30 inches
• Brace Height: 6 inches
• Draw Length: 28 inches
• Draw Weight: 62.6 pounds
• Let-off: 78-82%
• Bow-only Weight: 3.6 pounds 
• Accessorized Total Weight: 5.2 pounds (including sight, rest, and front stabilizer)
• Velocity: 245 fps (with 468-grain Easton 6.5mm Acu-Carbon 340 arrow); 249 fps (with 456-grain CX Maxima Triad 350 arrow); 253 fps (with 441-grain Victory VAP SS 350 arrow); 270 fps (with 388-grain CX Predator 350 arrow)
• Kinetic Energy: 62.39 foot-pounds (Easton); 62.79 foot-pounds (CX Triad); 62.7 foot-pounds (Victory); 62.82 foot-pounds (CX Predator)
• Test-Bow Finish: Black
• MSRP: $1,495
• Contact: www.martinarchery.com 

Additional Notes: The Martin FireCat M-3 was set up using a Last Chance Archery EZ Green Bow Press and EZ Green Bow Vise, and the draw weight was calculated using Last Chance Archery’s Digital Bow Scale. A Caldwell Ballistic Precision Chronograph measured the arrow velocities. Other products used were Easton’s Nock and D-Loop Pliers and Pro Hex Fold-Up Allen Set. Arrows were weighed on Last Chance Archery’s Pro Grain Scale.