Mathews LIFT X 33 Compound Hunting Bow

Mathews LIFT X 33 Compound Hunting Bow. Here’s a refined look at the Mathews LIFT X 33:

Building off of the incredibly popular LIFT series of hunting bows, the Folks at Mathews spent countless hours of R&D finding ways to enhance the archery experience even further. Out of that dedication comes the LIFT X series of hunting bows – Mathews most versatile and envelope-pushing bows to date.

Featuring the new Limb Shift Technology (LST), the LIFT X allows archers to micro-adjust their tune with the simple turn of a wrench – no bow press is needed. The Mathews LIFT X also includes the all-new ARC7 Limb Technology which delivers the most efficient and durable limbs Mathews has ever released. Yet another point of customization that Mathews has added to their arsenal is the new Bond line of grips. With four grip style options to choose from, the Bond grips will customize the point of contact for each and every shooter.

With options ranging from 23.5” to 33.5” in draw length, and draw weights from 41lbs to 80lbs, there is a LIFT X fit for every archer: LIFT X 29.5 (1040496), the LIFT X 33 (1040497), the LIFT RS (short draw, 1040498), and the LIFT XD (long draw, 1040499).

Specifications: – Mathews LIFT X 33 Compound Hunting Bow

Axle-to-Axle: 33”
Brace Height: 6-1/2”
Let-Off: 80%, 85%
IBO Speed: 343FPS @ 80%
Mass Weight: 4.26 lbs
Draw Length: 26” – 31.5”
Max Draw Weight: 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80lbs
Cam: SWX Cam system
Dexterity: RH and LH
Color: Black, First Lite Specter, Green Ambush, Kuiu Verde, Mossy Oak Bottomland, Shale, Optifade Subalpine
Fade Color: Earth to Black, Green to Black, Shale to Black

👍 What Users & Experts Say

Highly praise tuning ease: Bowsite review calls LST “the biggest technical improvement,” eliminating cumbersome cam/tophat swap processes.
Smooth drawing & stable shooting: Bowhunting.com’s Justin Zarr lauds the bow’s draw, hold, and shoot feel, with LST being a major upgrade.
Archer testimonials: Verified buyers report high accuracy, comfort, and customization. One notes consistent tuning in just a few shots.

⚠️ Concerns & Drawbacks

Limb durability issues: Several reports on Reddit mention cracked limbs early in ownership. Examples:

“My brand new Matthews Lift 33 has shit the bed in less than a month… Extremely disappointing”
“Owned this lift less than 2 months and the same limb cracked twice… I feel I can’t trust this bow”
Mathews has reportedly replaced limbs under warranty but hasn’t offered full exchanges
Premium pricing: At ~$1,469 MSRP and with optional accessories (grips, stabilizers), the total investment can be steep.

🎯 Summary

Pros	Cons
Cutting-edge tuning (LST)	Limb durability concerns reported
Light, quiet, stable shooting platform	High price + accessory costs
Personalizable grips, Shot‑Sense built-in

💡 Your Considerations

If you love tuning and customization, the LIFT X 33 is groundbreaking thanks to LST and ARC7 limbs.
If maximum reliability matters most, be aware of reported limb failures; ensure strong dealer support and fully understand warranty/exchange options.

Thinking of purchasing? Consider testing optics and feel at a pro shop, and ask about extended limb warranties or service programs to mitigate risks.