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Offline wally

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Varabow
« on: September 13, 2013, 07:49:59 pm »
A uniquely designed bow from the '60's. Does anyone have or know one for sale please?
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Offline mullet

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #1 on: September 13, 2013, 07:51:24 pm »
I'd like to see one in person. There wasn't even one in the Bear Museum.
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Offline JW_Halverson

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #2 on: September 13, 2013, 09:55:21 pm »
Is that the one with the pivoting limbs that had big ol' rubber bands to power it? 
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Offline wally

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #3 on: September 14, 2013, 01:10:46 pm »
Yes that's it. Odd looking with rigid main bow and two smaller limbs pivoting off it with strong elastic bands. I've seen pictures but not an actual one. They reckon about 250 were made so there should be some about still
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Offline JW_Halverson

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #4 on: September 14, 2013, 01:24:34 pm »
For odd folks with odd proclivities regarding archery, this would be highly collectible.  Not that I am judging you too harshly because I want one too! 
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Offline mullet

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #5 on: September 14, 2013, 08:32:17 pm »
I'll crap my pants if I ever see one at the Flea Market I frequent. Then, I'll haul butt to the ATM machine. ;D :)
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Offline JW_Halverson

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #6 on: September 16, 2013, 09:44:51 pm »
I just pictured Eddie doing the "loaded britches" squat/waddle for the ATM machine for all he is worth!   :laugh:
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Offline Salvador 06

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #7 on: September 27, 2013, 01:06:23 am »
Does anyone have a picture of this bow? 
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Offline wally

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #8 on: September 27, 2013, 06:16:01 am »
here's an old ad.
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Offline osage outlaw

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #9 on: September 27, 2013, 02:26:39 pm »
That's crazy.  Google couldn't find a picture of that thing for me, only shoes.   Could you take a better picture of the writing?  I would like to read the description of it.
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Offline PrimitiveTim

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #10 on: September 27, 2013, 03:02:14 pm »
I would like to read the description of it.


"VARABOW- A brand new principle and design development offering revolutionary improvements in archery bow efficiency and performance."

"VARABOW IS VERSATILE - OFFERING NEW SOLUTIONS TO OLD PROBLEMS"

"The variable feature provides quick and easy change of draw weight to to suit the individual of the occasion.  This feature is the most desirable and convenient.  The Varabow can easily take the place of several regular bows.  The Varabow adjustment has seven positions or increments of approximately two pounds each.  In instance when extra light or heavy draw weight beyond the adjustment range is desired, light or heavy power bands are available at a small cost."

"The VARABOW is ideal for both target practice and  game hunting.  It is remarkably quiet, accurate, and powerful with very little bow torque or rebound and can be shot from positions in brush and vines not possible with regular bows.

Easy to string up-no tools or devices needed.  Can be left strung up or can be easily be unstrung for storing or traveling.  "
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Offline BowSlayer

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #11 on: September 27, 2013, 04:05:34 pm »
if i ever get the chance i might make a replica of this bow. looks pretty awsome. looks like the type of thing jeorg sprave might make.
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Offline wally

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #12 on: September 27, 2013, 05:57:55 pm »
Ask around please There must be one out there somewhere for sale. They reckon 250 were made.
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Offline BowSlayer

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #13 on: September 27, 2013, 06:28:29 pm »
is all the wooden parts static?
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Offline Thesquirrelslinger

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Re: Varabow
« Reply #14 on: September 27, 2013, 08:24:06 pm »
axcept where the libs stretch..
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