Gold Tip warranty for bows & crossbows
The short version
Gold Tip covers bows & crossbows in full for 1 year, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is longer than most of the 22 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Gold Tip's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- Full coverageArrows1 year
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
- Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
- Keep your receipt; it is required for a claim.
- Arrows broken by hitting hard objects or other arrows are not covered.
How other brands compare for bows & crossbows
- 1. HHA Sports75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 2. SKB75/100 · Full: Lifetime
- 3. Diamond Archery45/100 · Full: None
- 4. PSE Archery45/100 · Full: None
- 5. QAD45/100 · Full: None
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for bows & crossbows.
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
- Bass Pro ShopsTreestands, blowguns, mouth calls, and reconditioned bows and crossbowsNo returns
- Rural KingMidwest storesFirearms, ammunition, crossbows and compound bowsNo returns
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesFirearms, bows, ammunition, reloading powder and primersNo returns
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for bows & crossbows where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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