QAD (Quality Archery Designs)

Overview

Quality Archery Designs (QAD) manufactures archery accessories including arrow rests, broadheads, nocks, and release aids, primarily for compound bows. Established in 1992, the company focuses on in-house design and production in the United States, serving bowhunters and competitive shooters worldwide.¹³⁵

History

QAD was founded in 1992 by Dan Summers, a machinist who began designing archery products for personal use and was encouraged by dealers to commercialize them.¹ The company has grown into a recognized name for arrow rests and broadheads while remaining independently owned by Summers.¹⁵ It continues all manufacturing in its Virginia facility and recently launched a target arrow rest in response to customer demand.¹

Product Lines

Manufacturing

QAD designs and manufactures its products entirely in-house at its facility in Madison Heights, Virginia, from start to finish.¹³⁵⁶

Notable Products

• Integrate Mounting System - Dovetail mount system for arrow rests on bow risers.
• Exodus Broadheads - Razor-sharp fixed-blade broadheads for hunting.
• UltraRest - Full-capture drop-away arrow rest for compound bows.
• MX Series Rests - Advanced arrow rests positioned for high performance.

Reputation

QAD products are trusted by bowhunters and competitive shooters for reliability and innovation in arrow rests and broadheads.¹³ The company maintains a dedicated customer base due to its USA-made quality and responsiveness.³⁶ Employee reviews average 2.7/5, suggesting mixed internal perceptions on workplace aspects.⁸