Rage Chisel Tip 2-Blade Broadhead Review
- Huge 2" cutting diameter from rear-deploying SlipCam blades
- Chisel tip built to split bone instead of glancing off it
- Shock Collar keeps blades closed in flight, with no O-rings or bands
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A 2-inch-cut mechanical head with a chisel tip built for bone. Here's what the specs and buyer feedback say about how it flies, cuts and holds up.
Quick verdict
If you want a big-cutting mechanical head that groups with your field points, the Rage Chisel Tip 2-Blade is one of the most proven options you can buy. Buyers consistently praise its accuracy and blood trails. The trade-off is durability: blades and collars are often done after a hard hit, so budget for replacement parts.
Pros and cons
What we like
- 2" cutting diameter leaves large entry holes and heavy blood trails
- Chisel tip is designed to hold up on bone and shoulder hits
- Shock Collar retention: no O-rings or rubber bands to fiddle with
- Buyers report field-point-like flight, one says true out to 50 yards
- Replaceable blades (R61005) let you rebuild a head after a pass-through
- Made in the USA, 100 gr standard with a 125 gr version available
What could be better
- Durability reports are mixed: some heads come apart after hard impacts
- Shock Collars are typically one-use, so you need spares
- A 2" mechanical cut needs enough arrow energy to penetrate fully
- Replacement blades are sold separately
Key features, explained
SlipCam rear-deploying blades
Rage introduced SlipCam in 2006, and it is still the core of this head. The two stainless steel blades sit folded back along the ferrule until impact, then slide rearward and open to a full 2-inch cut. Because the blades deploy from the back rather than being levered open from the front, the head is known for very large wound channels, which is the main reason hunters choose Rage.
Shock Collar blade retention
Early Rage heads used rubber O-rings to keep blades closed, and a failed O-ring meant blades opening in flight. The Chisel Tip uses Rage's improved Shock Collar instead: a small collar that holds the blades shut in your quiver and in the air, then releases them on impact. It is a more reliable system, but expect to replace the collar after each shot.
Chisel tip and blade steel
The chisel tip is shaped to split bone rather than skid off it, which matters on shots that clip a shoulder or rib. Behind it, a .039" leading-edge blade and .035"-thick stainless steel expandable blades give the head its cutting surface. Rage's marketing calls the result "bone-crushing", and buyers broadly agree on penetration.
Accuracy and flight
With the blades tucked against a compact aluminum ferrule, the head presents a small profile in flight, so it tends to hit where your field points do. Accuracy is the single most praised trait in buyer reviews, with one buyer reporting true flight to 50 yards. As with any broadhead, confirm point of impact from your own bow before the season.
Weights, pack size and refurbishing
This listing is the 100-grain 3-pack (part 65100). A 125-grain version is also available if you want more front weight. Replacement blades (part R61005) are not included, but they let you rebuild heads that come through intact instead of buying a new pack.
Rage Chisel Tip 2-Blade specs
| Brand | Rage (Feradyne Outdoors) |
|---|---|
| Model | R65100 (part 65100) |
| Type | 2-blade mechanical, rear-deploying (SlipCam) |
| Tip | Chisel tip |
| Cutting diameter | 2 inches |
| Blades | .035" stainless steel expandable, .039" leading edge |
| Blade retention | Shock Collar (no O-rings) |
| Weight | 100 grain (125 grain version available) |
| Ferrule | Aluminum |
| Pack size | 3 broadheads |
| Replacement blades | R61005 (sold separately) |
| Made in | USA |
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What buyers say
Buyers describe the Chisel Tip as effective and accurate, with a large cut, good penetration and easy-to-follow blood trails. Most consider it good value. Durability is the one area where opinion splits.
Buyers love
- Accurate, field-point-like flight
- Large cutting diameter and good penetration
- Heavy, easy-to-follow blood trails
- Good value for money
Common complaints
- Mixed durability: some heads come apart too easily
- Not every head is reusable after a hard hit
Who should buy it?
Great for
- Whitetail and similar-size game at typical bowhunting ranges
- Hunters who want the biggest possible blood trail for easier recovery
- Archers whose fixed-blade heads won't group with their field points
Skip it if
- You shoot a light draw weight and need every bit of penetration
- Your state or hunt restricts mechanical broadheads
- You want a head you can reuse many times without buying parts
Frequently asked questions
What is the cutting diameter of the Rage Chisel Tip 2-Blade?
2 inches when the blades are deployed. The expandable blades are .035" stainless steel, with a .039" leading-edge blade.
Does the Rage Chisel Tip need O-rings or rubber bands?
No. It uses Rage's Shock Collar to hold the blades closed during storage and flight. The collar releases on impact and is usually replaced after each shot.
Can you reuse Rage Chisel Tip broadheads?
Often, yes. Heads that come through intact can be rebuilt with replacement blades (part R61005) and a new collar. Retire any head with a bent ferrule or damaged tip.
Do Rage Chisel Tip broadheads fly like field points?
Buyers frequently say so. Accuracy is the most praised trait in buyer reviews. Still, shoot them from your own setup before hunting to confirm your point of impact.
Should I get the 100 grain or 125 grain version?
Match the weight to your arrow setup. Most hunters shoot 100 grain; 125 grain adds front-of-center weight, which some archers prefer for heavier arrows.
Are mechanical broadheads legal everywhere?
Most US states allow them, but some restrict mechanical heads for certain species or seasons. Check your state's hunting regulations before you buy.
Final verdict
The Rage Chisel Tip 2-Blade has stayed a go-to mechanical for good reason: a true 2-inch cut, a chisel tip that stands up to bone, and blade retention that doesn't depend on rubber bands. Buyers single out its accuracy and blood trails for the most praise. Factor in the cost of replacement blades and collars and it is still a strong buy for most whitetail hunters with enough arrow energy to drive a big cut.
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