Ketty – SCOUT X Series

We recently reviewed next level “The Phantom” precision slingshot (“kettie”/“rekker”) design from Ketty Pty Ltd (www.ketty.co.za), which is the top-end of the range in the Ketty Precision Series. However, the range starts off with the Ketty Scout X Series.
The Scout may be an entry-level Ketty Precision model, but it follows the same exceptional design philosophy to be expected, since it shares some pedigree lineage as the Phantom, backed by the Archona (Archon Arms) long-range rifle designers. The Ketty brand is known for their innovation and forward thinking. Although they support the tradition, heritage, and art of kettie (rekker) shooting, the company focuses on The Sport of slingshot shooting. The company classify and define a precision slingshot primarily to have an “adjustable sight”.
The sturdy, lightweight Smart-GripTM is a TMP (Thermal Mouldable Plastic) ergo grip, a superb design unique to KETTY. Simply heat the grip with hot water for a few minutes, let the surface cool, grip and mould it to your hand, and it is set! Unlike similar products made from polymorph the handle does not gel and droop when at moldable temperature. The genius of KETTY design, we have come to expect!
The Scout is an ambidextrous, full-frame slingshot, meaning that the fork (bow) and the handle (core/spine) are one piece. The prongs and clips are exceptionally well-machined for any grade or class of slingshot.

The metal alloy provides excellent machining and mechanical properties, good ductility, high strength, toughness, and resistance to fatigue, which gives it exceptional durability. With the Smart Grip removed, it could serve as a great survival weapon, hence the name Scout or Pioneer. The Scout was designed for the youth-level precision athlete or smaller-stature adults, but will serve an athlete well into the higher competitive ranks.
The Scout is a pinch grip, OTT (Over The Top) slingshot, with a well-balanced weight of 210 grams, with a fork span of 85 mm and total length of 110 mm x 10 mm. The 3D sight is very basic – but serves the purpose and can be upgraded.
Ideal slingshot – for competition grade 8 mm steel shot and 8 to 9 mm field target pellets, works perfect with Ketty Elite Pro 0.50 and 0.55 performance band sets. Available in black, brown, and green – with some custom youthful options, in limited production runs – in red, blue, yellow and pink!

KETTY Elite Pro Band Sets

Let me introduce you to the most expensive kettie (rekker) band sets at a surprisingly affordable price! Yes! It is true, KETTY Elite Pro Band Sets are the most expensive slingshot bands and band sets to manufacture in the world! It is hand-laid, featuring a special formula natural latex base with more than 200 elements and a precise vulcanisation process to enhance performance from the first to the last shot in the band cycle, resisting wear, moisture, and UV fatigue.
The KETTY ELITE PRO – competition rated band sets – are available in, indoor: 0.45 mm (YELLO), 0.50 (Pink), 0.55 (Blue), and outdoors – field target: 0.60 (White), and for your convenience – it is available in 20 mm straight cut – and KETTY’s famous world match taper: 20-12 ratio.

The sets are tied with Ketty’s famous Micro Wrap and Tug method (no knots) – and feature competition-grade 2 mm x 46 mm micro fibre pouches for superb grip and smooth, consistent release. Remember, top performance depends on an optimised length of pull (5 x expansion).

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