PCH X / PCH V

Built around a compact 14-inch riser, the PCH platform cuts Black Widow's proven recurve geometry down to a maneuverable hunting footprint. Available in lengths from 54 to 60 inches, this three-piece takedown was conceived strictly for tight quarters—crawling through dogwood thickets, wedging into brushy ground blinds, or clearing low-hanging limbs in a climbing stand. Where typical short recurves feel skittish, the PCH relies on heavy, dense handle construction to anchor the shot.

The defining characteristic remains the forward-handle design. By placing the grip pivot ahead of the limb mounting surfaces, the bow behaves like a considerably longer rig, resisting torque and masking slight inconsistencies in form. The X and V designations denote the aesthetic trim: the X showcases premium exotic wood veneers like bocote or figured maple, while the V utilizes dark, rock-solid ironwood or classic laminates. In either spec, high-pressure phenolic accents and reinforced limb tips provide bombproof longevity under hard backcountry use.

Downrange, arrow cast is punchy and quiet, especially when loaded with hunting-weight shafts above nine grains per pound. The trade-off is clear: archers drawing past 29 inches will inevitably experience the steep string angle and pinch inherent to short limbs. For standard-draw bowhunters who demand indestructible build quality and shot stability without dragging a long bow through the woods, it remains a gold standard.