Archery term
Insert
What does Insert mean?
An arrow insert is a threaded fitting installed inside the front of a shaft to accept compatible screw-in points. An outsert fits over the shaft end; some half-out designs have an internal shank and an exposed section. Styles and threads vary, so match the component to the exact shaft and point specifications before ordering.
Primary source for this term: Easton 2021 Target Product Guide (2021)
Why it matters
Inserts make point weight interchangeable, letting archers tune front-of-center balance and spine match by changing points without replacing the shaft. Because the insert adds its own weight at the front of the arrow, it factors into both balance and total arrow weight when building a tuned arrow.
What to check
- Match an insert to the shaft’s inside diameter; match an outsert or half-out to the shaft’s outside fit and point thread.
- Compare component weight as part of the complete arrow build.
- Check the shaft maker’s part list; inserts and external components are different part styles.
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