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willie:
I enjoy both ends of the spectrum, and am not sure why some of those that focus on primitive would feel marginalized if the discussion gets technical. That said, I have noticed the loss of interest by some like Rich. There is always an ebb and flood of members and participation, but if folks are hesitant to post, who would otherwise participate, then perhaps it is time for a dedicated primitive bow section.

My view is that this forum follows the interests of the magazine and it subscribers, and primitive archery was the original focus, so Primitive Bows should get top billing, especially as we have recently added forges and muzzleloaders.

Pappy:
I do miss seeing and reading about your bows Rich and others that build that type, I am not much on the tech side either but appreciate those that are, their is room for both, as was said where do you draw the line, I tell folks " I make wood bows" That is about as far as it goes for me. ;) :) :)
 Pappy

half eye:
    It is obvious that I left the wrong impression in the initial post. Willie makes a good point, so let me clarify.
    I do not think there should be a special section for primitive bows. The entire site is supposed to be about primitive archery. The point I was trying to make is that a post on primitive doesn't need a lot of comment on how fast-flight would make it shoot faster, using the modern epoxy glues will make it better, etc.  Basically if a person posts a primitive bow they dont need the techno-speak questions. Likewise there is no need for all the attitude about they are simple, too easy to make, have a load of vibration, are too slow and never going to win a flight shoot etc. The analogy would be to try and explain why a person wants to shoot a flintlock smooth-bore and go back in time and enjoy the experience of doing so. No body asks why they are not glass bedded, synthetic stocked, scope mounted etc. most people just get it.
    I am not good at picking examples etc. but please do not think I am advocating a "special section" for primitive bows, or that it's a matter of being a "primitive snob", there is way to much of that stuff anyway. Maybe a little more respect all around would help.
rich

PS: I am going to shut up now, but Willie maybe you were correct on that matter also. Just a natural order of recycling people, probably a good thing in the end. 

Swampman:
Rich, bows like yours are what I love about this site. The bows you have posted in the past are what get my bow making juices flowing. I have many future projects in my head and most of them are of similar styles to the work you do. I hope you continue to post more in the future.

Mike

tattoo dave:
I don't think we need a separate thread either. Like stated the name of this site is primitive archer. Sometimes I feel as though it strays a little too far from that.

There was talk a few years back about a sticky on actual Native American bows, and picture references. It'd be awesome to be able to reference what tribes made what type of bows, shooting styles, and all that good stuff.  I'm thinking that has always been and still is a good idea for the forum. Not sure why it never happened.  We've got stickies about all kinds of other stuff.

Tattoo Dave

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