{"product_id":"gold-tip-hunter-246","title":"Gold Tip Hunter .246","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGold Tip Hunter – Kauffman Custom Build\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLegendary Smart Carbon® Toughness. Unmatched Memory Retention. Proven Field Reliability.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eBuilt for bowhunters who demand ultimate durability and straightness retention in the toughest field conditions, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"117\"\u003eGold Tip Hunter\u003c\/b\u003e is the backbone of the Gold Tip hunting lineup. Constructed using Gold Tip’s proprietary 100% Smart Carbon® technology, these standard-diameter .246\" shafts flex under brutal impacts—such as hard pass-throughs or dense target foam—and spring back to true alignment without retaining bent memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\" id=\"p-rc_56baac8979ea91f2-187\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003eFeaturing a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003e±.006\" straightness specification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003e and weight-sorted to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003e±2.0 grains per dozen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003e, the Hunter provides a ideal balance of velocity, kinetic energy, and structural hoop strength. Equipped with Gold Tip’s lightweight \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"222\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003e12.1-grain Accu-Lite inserts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003e and press-fit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"18\" data-index-in-node=\"265\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308\"\u003eGT Nocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-308 citation-end-308\"\u003e, this shaft serves as the ultimate rugged workhorse for backcountry hunts and high-volume target range sessions.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eAt \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"3\"\u003eKauffman Custom Archery\u003c\/b\u003e, we elevate standard factory carbon through our custom studio bench prep—indexing dynamic spine, diamond-squaring both carbon ends, and hand-fletching each shaft for maximum broadhead control downrange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Kauffman Custom Studio Difference\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eStandard-diameter carbon achieves its tightest accuracy when paired with precision shop prep that eliminates insert runout and broadhead wobble:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDial-Indicator Roller Verification:\u003c\/b\u003e We spin-test every shaft on precision rollers to identify the stiffest dynamic axis and index nocks for identical flex off the bowstring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDual-End Diamond Truing:\u003c\/b\u003e Carbon faces are precision-squared using high-speed diamond wheels, creating a dead-flat 90-degree seating plane for Accu-Lite inserts and nocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChemical Degreasing \u0026amp; Custom Hand Fletching:\u003c\/b\u003e Shafts undergo complete solvent cleaning before receiving heavy-duty custom wraps and hand-fletched high-profile vanes (Q2i Rapt-X or AAE Max Stealth) for immediate steering control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrain-Matched Dozen Sets:\u003c\/b\u003e Your complete set is hand-sorted and weight-matched across the batch to keep your point-of-impact consistent downrange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_56baac8979ea91f2-188\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShaft Inside Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-307 citation-end-307\"\u003e.246\" (Standard Diameter)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCarbon Construction:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Smart Carbon® Technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStraightness Tolerance:\u003c\/b\u003e ±.006\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWeight Tolerance:\u003c\/b\u003e ±2.0 Grains per dozen package\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInsert System:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes Gold Tip 12.1-Grain Accu-Lite Inserts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNocks:\u003c\/b\u003e Included Gold Tip .246 GT Nocks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpine Options \u0026amp; GPI:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e300 Spine:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.3 GPI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e340 Spine:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.9 GPI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e400 Spine:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.2 GPI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26,6,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e500 Spine:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.3 GPI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCustom Build Options (Configured Above)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpine Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e Chosen based on your draw length, peak draw weight, and point weight preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrecision Carbon Length:\u003c\/b\u003e Measured and cut carbon-to-carbon to your exact custom specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,2,0\" id=\"p-rc_56baac8979ea91f2-189\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInsert \u0026amp; Component Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-306 citation-end-306\"\u003eStandard Accu-Lite aluminum inserts or heavy brass options for added Front-of-Center (FOC).\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFletch \u0026amp; Wrap Customization:\u003c\/b\u003e Select your wrap pattern, vane model, helical offset, and cock-vane color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"31,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"31,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWant to test flight this shaft on your own setup before committing to a full dozen?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31,1\"\u003eOrder a single, bench-prepped sample arrow through our \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"31,1\" data-index-in-node=\"55\"\u003eTest Flight Program\u003c\/b\u003e. We will spine-index, dual-end square, wrap, and hand-fletch a single shaft to your exact specs and ship it straight to your door. Shoot it on your home range, test your broadhead flight, and use the included \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"31,1\" data-index-in-node=\"284\"\u003eStore Credit Voucher\u003c\/b\u003e directly toward your full dozen custom order!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Kauffman Custom Archery LLC","offers":[{"title":"Test Flight","offer_id":67869284565267,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Half Dozen","offer_id":67869284598035,"sku":null,"price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Dozen","offer_id":67869284630803,"sku":null,"price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9891\/4067\/files\/gold-tip-hunter.webp?v=1792857115","url":"https:\/\/kauffmancustomarchery.com\/products\/gold-tip-hunter-246","provider":"Kauffman Custom Archery LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}