Junxing Pharos 2 Recurve Bow 

Great honest review as you always give. We can count on you to tell it like it is or isn't :-). Too many good bows and not enough money. Thank you.

I just ordered this bow from Archery supplies. And I receive it Monday.... I have to say that customer service is by far the best I've ever seen anywhere......

Anyone know where to find the other review that’s referred to?

Which do you prefer, the Pharos or the TBOW?

Plz tell me the speed of this bow .....fps ?

Loved the review, bought it, love it. I shot it quite a bit when it first arrived, then went and bust my shoulder on my mountain bike 🙄 Just getting it back out now, its the perfect lockdown pass time 👌 Does anybody know what the correct brace hight is for this bow ? I have the 21" riser.

The random Hole is for a bow sling

Thx for the review. Some precisions, as i'm the happy owner of one Junxing F158 and i'm waiting for this one to be delivered, and with all the re-brandings and copycats, it's sometimes unclear . The Pharos 2 is the Junxing F261but with the luxury box and carbon limbs - You show at 08:40 the Junxing F166, and at 09:40 it is the F161, the old brother of the F261(cast and fiberglass).

Is this a review of the bow or the box?😂

Hi, Steven. Although it's four years old, this is another of your MANY terrific reviews. And, clearly, the Pharos II is an excellent hunting recurve, which is where my own interest lies. I hope that you've done well with it in the time since this session . I can't help but suggest that you do an updated review, this time comparing the Pharos to the Tbow ILF hunting recurve that you reviewed so favorably some five years ago. It would be even better if you include the new Sanlida Hermit X10 (with foam/carbon limbs!), which falls into the same $300-$400 US range. In any event, thanks-as always-for sharing your experience and expertise with us. Best, Chris (Maine USA)

Great looking bow Steve! How much for that used one, you’ve got there?

This model or T-bow?

Where is this bow for sale?

I like the riser of Pharos 2 (junxing F261) and have bought two so far. But Carbon Limbs has disappointed me all along. Remember "Bigrock Carbon 790" Last month I broke the fourth bottom Limb. My drawlength is 29 inches. Is that great? Junxing treats me as a swindler and refuses to respond. Say it again. Risers are very useful. And wouldn't the aluminum stick break? Don't test the texture of your skin with a carbon Limb. In my case, debris splashed into my eyes. Fortunately, I am wearing glasses, but the deep wound in the lens was serious. Carbon Limbs "Bigrock 790"

Samick Discovery or Pharos?

so does anyone know how this really holds up to the W&W black wolf? I know that the black is a full carbon riser w/carbon coated maple core limbs so it is a bit different haha If anyone was curious i did contact the seller for limb details regarding the bow and the limbs are made of bamboo and fiberglass and the riser is aluminum i believe. I cant find too much info on this bow but from what I've seen and read, alot of people regard this company and it's bows highly. I was very much considering saving up and splurging on the black wolf as my next upgrade, but if this stands up to it then i might go with this cheaper option.

Dear Steven (and fellow viewers), after watching this video (which is excellent btw) I have a quick technique question (coming from a newbie - so bear with me please) for you: I noticed that you anchor much lower when you shoot your Olympic recurve as compared to this traditional bow. I figure it's due to the different set ups, of eg shooting of the shelve vs rest, without vs with sight etc. I just wondered if sticking with the same anchor point is impossible because of these differences and respectively if it wasn't, whether sticking with the same anchor wouldn't ultimately result in more reliable hits? As I said I'm fairly new to archery so sorry if it's a stupid question... Greetings from Germany!

Wow... can I buy just the box?

Nice review. As a N00b, how do decide the riser size (17/19/21)? My draw length is 72 cm (28.4 inches). Cheers.

This is the model I am proud of :)

A Very good review, and I like the fact that you express the use of bow stringers. I subscribed :)

I’m thinking about ordering one of these. Junxing is one of the best bow manufacturers in the world in my opinion. Junxing says the limbs are made by Gordon in the states. Do you know anything about this?

I cannot believe that you're talkin about the quality of the cardboard and the foam that you're going to throw in the garbage who gives a flip

looks like you've found a hidden gem of a hunting bow - what would be the equivalent target / Olympic recurve that blows away the more established big-brand names?

Nice vídeo! The first pharos review,please!

The bow no longer ships with your sexy box, lol 😂. I know, your probably heart broken. 💔 I've been waiting for Lancaster Archery to get more EXE (there version) in stock so I can get one. I think I may be waisting my time. I should just look somewhere else. Would you ship one to the U.S.?

It was so “ really really good “ you got me to buy one !

Everyone loves a high quality box

The other Junxing Models that you showing, but couldn't remember, are the Junxing F 166, and the Junxing / Big Rock F 161.

I bought a, I think, F177 with the hairy arrow rest and UV light aiming 5pin circle. After several shots I took everything off and installed a reasonably cheap plunger with magnetic arrow rest. Now I am happy and hit the bull's eye. Anyone interested in buying the quite heavy aiming set? I think it's for starters and other types of shooting. Anyway, buy the 'clean' bow and add a few gadgets, hairy rests, a simple aiming device (7,50) or a plunger set like mine and for under 75dollar you have a top bow. Honestly!!! p.s. I started with 50lbs limbs and when my shoulder was healed I shot the rest with 35lbs. LOVE them!! 50lbs for sale to. (Mint condition). same as aiming device. Happy Shooting Everyone!

If I ever make it to Australia your store is on my list of places to visit. Your selection is amazing and I would very much like to meet you. Thanks for another great review video. Please keep them coming.

Gets new toy, more interested in the box.

I can’t find this bow in America anywhere I have been looking for a recurve and I really liked this review.

This is exactly the same as the Exe line at Lancaster Archery.

Always excellent reviews. Junxing failing their English market on manuals.

Can you do a review on the Junxing M109E or F model?

Could you please share low rateRecurve bow. I am a beginner

Junxing Pharos 2 Recurve Bow plus 12 arrows, how much?

Thank for that review, I ordered a box exactly like that one off eBay

I'm in America. I have looked online, but i can't find one. Where can i get one in the States?

?????????????? What is with the box fetish????? Talk about the bow, GEEZ!!

Sounds like a great bow! Does it come in LH?

What is the draw length?

My wife’s box is better

Very nice bow

hello stephen， that is warranty card

I bought this bow upon seeing this. I love the bow. Thank you for recommending it. I also saw a video you did on silencing. And on your recommendation, I put the rubber string silencers that go between the limbs and the string. It worked perfectly! Thank you so much for the video. It was a great help!

What's with you and the case? You mentioned the case like....15 times, I don't buy a bow because it has a nice case.. 🙈

The Junxing F 261, is an excellent Bow, I have the very same 21" Riser, with the 45 LB Pharos Medium size Limbs, and I love it!!!!!!!

Hey buddy, I like your reviews, you have helped me to take some decisions. What would be the recommended brace height for that junxing pharos bow?

Which is easier to string without a bowstringer, a recurve or a longbow, or is it the same, that a bowstringer is recommended for both?

the pharos 2 actually is a JX F261. The latter one shown as F261 is another one, can't recall the series number, though

Great review :-) can ypu help me decide between the TBOW and the Pharos 2 ? Why one or the other?

Junxing F261 riser ... so the name is now Pharos ? interesting ....

Nice breakdown bow mmmm

Hello, I'm a total newbie to archery, can you shoot target Olympic with the pharos 2?

You should review the Krysis Carbon fiber compound bow from Jun Xing

Does this bow have a different name or model number that it's sometimes sold under? I can't find them for sale anywhere.

Enjoy watching your detailed and frank review . Awesome ! Thank you

When stringing the recurves and long bows do you have too put in twist

Never actually addressed if its better than sammick discovery but compared it to bows 20 years ago which leads me to believe the sammick still has better performance. Having said that I still bought the pharos 2 so really hope I made the right decision.

Good those chinese got bavk on the capitalist who corner the market

Would you happen to know the brace height for this bow?

Have you tried anything from Chaser Archery? Would love to see you do a review on their riser and limbs if you can.

Do they make it lefty

I ordered this today. I can't wait! Thanks Steven.

Cant find a supplier or anyone who sends to the UK :)

Do you still have any Black Wolf’s to sell?

did he ever compare it with the other bows?

The bow is amazing very beautiful👍

"What's in the box!?"

love the review, but you are rambling on alot

This riser looks crazy

4:00 Inadvertent let down pun...? Lol

Where can I get one

I want that box

Is this cnc?

Such a comprehensive review !!! 💗

I have the TBOW at 55 pound limbs, which is a clone from the 19" Hoyt Satori. It comes with the stringer and string silencers, plus a plastic set of arrow rest spacers, a set of allen keys and some fur patches to the shelf and limbs (unneeded). The box has lower quality, but cost me 193 €, free shipping. The riser weights 1080 grams and the grip (which looks exactly as this Pharos 2) is synthetic. I only use it to train draw weight: feels really solid; the total weight with limbs is 1550 grams and the lenght 57" (145,5 cm). Pass 28" draw lenght stacks really heavy but so far seems a very fast bow (its IBO speed is rated at 210 fps). Seems like a good starting bow, for both instinctive training and hunting. Is a little top heavy for barebow, there's better options for that market albeit they are more expensive. The main appealing of this Junxing Pharos II orver the TBOW is that isn't a copycat of other brands but a genuine new design, albeit I do like more the looks of the TBOW, copy or not. My only rant about this kind of bows is how hard is to get ILF limbs above 60 pounds; the whole market is slanted towards sanctioned competitions and even top brands as Win & Win, Uukha and Hoyt lack limbs above that poundage.

Que arco es?

is a good bow to start archery? or is too much ?

Looks great Steve ,so i ordered one from you !7 th July,the box is great too

It's a big claim saying it's as good as the Black Wolf. I personally shoot a Black which comes with a bag, not a box. If it lasts as long as the "bigger name" bows. I take my hat off to the manufacturer for making a high quality product at a cheaper price. But I'll stick with my Black. It's a joy to shoot.

look like the EXE 19 scream

Nice box but doesn’t come with stickers? Returning the bow..just bs.

Why did you deleted Samick Discovery review?

My Pharos 2 from Archery Supplies arrived in a tatty cardboard box with no foam. When I complained and queried it was in fact cheaper Junxing riser I was ignored. I was a great admirer of Steven Hand!

What a grand box, matches the other waste in the oceans...

Those it comes in left handed version? Thanks

So I shoot traditional style “horse bows” (I know it’s a bad name) using thumb draw on the right side of the bow. Since this is a center shot riser could I buy a left handed version and still draw with the right hand? I don’t see why not but I’m not expert in these sorts of bows. I like the speed of being able to load on the right side. I know I’m a weirdo but it’s what I’m used to.

Is this the F161 or the F261?

Need some labels 🤣👍