What is FOC and why is it important for archery?

FOC (Front of Center) measures how much of an arrow's weight is forward of its balance point. Proper FOC (10-15%) improves arrow flight stability, accuracy, and penetration. Too little FOC makes arrows unstable, while too much can affect trajectory.

How do I calculate arrow weight accurately?

Arrow weight is calculated by adding the shaft weight (GPI × length), point weight, insert weight, fletching weight (count × individual weight), and nock weight. The Perfect Arrow automatically calculates this using real manufacturer specifications.

What spine should I use for my bow?

Spine selection depends on your draw weight, draw length, arrow length, and point weight. Generally, higher draw weights require stiffer spines (lower numbers). Use manufacturer spine charts or The Perfect Arrow's calculator for precise recommendations.

How many arrows should I have in my quiver?

For hunting: 6-12 arrows minimum. For target archery: 3-6 arrows per end. Having extras allows for practice, replacement of damaged arrows, and ensures consistent performance across your set.

What's the difference between carbon and aluminum arrows?

Carbon arrows are lighter, faster, and more durable but more expensive. Aluminum arrows are heavier, less expensive, and easier to tune but can bend. Carbon-aluminum hybrids offer benefits of both materials.

The Perfect Arrow vs Other Archery Apps

Compare the leading archery arrow builders and FOC calculators. See why The Perfect Arrow offers the most advanced arrow building features and physics calculations for precision archery.

Feature Comparison: Archery Apps

Why The Perfect Arrow is the most comprehensive archery arrow building solution

Feature	Other Arrow Apps	Basic Calculators
Advanced FOC calculation with physics	Basic
Comprehensive arrow component database	Limited	Basic
Real-time arrow weight calculations		Limited
Quiver management with arrow tracking
Shooting journal and performance tracking
Custom component creation	Limited
Professional arrow spine calculations	Basic	Basic
Mobile-optimized PWA	Basic
Arrow build sharing and templates
Advanced analytics and insights

Why Choose The Perfect Arrow for Archery?

Physics-Based Calculations

Advanced FOC and arrow dynamics calculations using real physics principles, not basic formulas. Get precision results for competitive archery and bow hunting.

Complete Arrow Management

Beyond basic calculators - manage your entire quiver, track arrow condition, log shooting sessions, and analyze performance over time.

Comprehensive Database

Massive database of real arrow components with verified weights and specifications. Add custom components and share builds with the archery community.

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Archery Arrow Building: The Perfect Arrow vs Competitors

The Perfect Arrow is the most advanced archery arrow builder and FOC calculator available. While basic arrow calculators provide simple weight calculations, The Perfect Arrow delivers comprehensive arrow dynamics analysis with physics-based FOC calculations, quiver management, and performance tracking.

For serious archers, bow hunters, and competitive shooters who demand precision, The Perfect Arrow provides the tools needed to build perfect arrows and optimize shooting performance.

Key advantages: Advanced physics calculations, comprehensive component database, quiver management system, shooting journal, performance analytics, and community features that go far beyond what basic arrow calculators or simple archery apps can offer.