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BowEd:
Well it sounds like I maybe should of waited.....ha ha.I probably would'nt have made all the previous stuff then though.I guess if they can find a :G to pay $1500.00 they'll take it......ha ha.
My hard covers' paper covering is a bit worn and frayed but the hard cover itself is in super shape yet.
Digital Caveman:
--- Quote from: Pat B on July 12, 2021, 07:34:21 pm ---Ed, I Googled that book. They had one copy for $9.95 but another for $1500. Must be first edition. (A)
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:o Perhaps someone forgot a decimal point?
Pat B:
I just ordered a hardback copy in good condition from Thriftbooks for $7.89. Should be here in 7 to 8 days.
BowEd:
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--- Quote from: BowEd on July 12, 2021, 09:51:00 am ---Don W......I was into buckskinning and belonged to a club for quite a few years quite a while before starting to make bows.I've got friends that went on a floating trip from the head waters of the big Mo in their own log dug out canoes they made.Experiencing the same route Lewis and Clark went on.I'm sure it was a blast.
I keep quite a few books in my personal library on different skills.Something anyone can still do themselves.Back then there was no internet so you were on your own learning.It sure helped going to rendezvous to see the work of others and talking to them too.
I met the "Praire Wolf" John Mcphearson at a rendezvous in New Ulm,Minnesota.Very interesting knowledgeable fella.
Sort of the same thing now as to going to bow making gatherings.I encourage any new bow makers to make a few of these events if they can find the time.Your learning curve will shorten some.There's nothing like pulling your own shavings to learn when you get home though.
Peace. :OK
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I have enough books and magazines to fill a closet myself. In the 90's i went through a gunsmithing phase. My favorite deer rifle is a custom '06 i built off a mauser action. I like to write, which is why i maintain a couple web sites. I've written a couple books which got me into publishing. https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B07NCNJYY2 If there is something new to build, I'll probably try it.
Probably my first leather project was this holster I made for my pellet pistol. I was probably 14 or 15. I hope to retire soon, so I'll have more time to head out to more of the gatherings.
A resent quiver. Had I known a bit more, I may have reversed it so the hair was inside. I just keep trying stuff to see what sticks.
This was from the good side of a pair of pants cut off for shorts (the other side had a mishap with a chainsaw)
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I make fur quivers with the hair out most times out of coon,bobcat,fox.otter or coyote.
--- Quote from: Pat B on July 13, 2021, 12:38:44 pm ---I just ordered a hardback copy in good condition from Thriftbooks for $7.89. Should be here in 7 to 8 days.
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Good deal....You won't regret it.
burchett.donald:
Very impressive and extremely dedicated work Ed...I have made a few leather and hide pieces, nothing of this magnitude but enough to be able to appreciate your work and dedication...Always enjoy your posts
Don
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