Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Around the Campfire => Topic started by: Elktracker on September 21, 2011, 02:57:10 am
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Ok ill be in charge of running this if no one is apposed or would rather do it. All I will be asking for is you to post that (you are in).
If you would like put a little info about what you like bow specs ect so your giftee can read it and have an idea, but it all comes down to what you get is what you get so dont throw a fit. This gift exchange will be all HANDMADE GOODS by you for your recipient, the gift should be made by you from the heart not from the wallet so dont go out and buy something ;). The gifts do not have to be primitive gifts they can be anything that you make with your own two hands. Also if someone needs personal info on thier recipient in order to build something for that person then I will get that as well. The sign up cut off will be October 1st at midnight, after that Marie (calendargirl) will get the names out to you within 3 or so days as to who you are sending to. Anyone involved will be expected to ship out there gift NO LATER than Jan.15th and no earlier than Dec.15th Thanks and let the sign up begin!! If there are any questions please ask and we will try to get them anwsered for you.
As Pat B said Primitive archer is not involved in this exchange, it is something we are doing as members! AND AGAIN ITS ABOUT WHAT YOU GIVE NOT WHAT YOU GET SO NO WHINING! LOL
I'M IN!
Ok while we are at this we may as well go ahead and send mailing info to me via PM, So please send me your mailing address like this so I can copy and paste it to my list
(user name) John Deer
1234 vista view dr.
Tillamook Or. 97141
Please send me the address you want your gift mailed to you at like shown here. thanks Also let us know if you are willing to ship out of the usa or not.
If you are involved in this exchange please monitor this thread. thanks
Josh
PS MAKE SURE YOU ADD IF YOU ARE WILLING TO SHIP OUT OF THE USA OR NOT THANKS ;)
ALSO I WILL PUT A (GOOD) BY YOUR NAME IF I HAVE YOUR ADDRESS, I NEED WHERE YOU ARE WILLING TO SHIP AS WELL thanks
HERE IS THE LINK TO LAST YEARS EXCHANGE FOR IDEAS ON WHAT STUFF PEOPLE MADE :D http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,20978.0.html
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Cristmas Exchange List
1.Elktracker US shipping only GOOD
2.criveraville Us shipping only GOOD
3.Rick Wallace US shipping only please GOOD
4.BearG would preffer US shipping but if need be would ship elsewhere if it came to it GOOD
5.cracker preffer US shipping but if need be GOOD
6.Pat B US shipping only please GOOD
7.Kpete US shipping GOOD
8.Gus U.S. Shipping Only GOOD
9.Stoker Will ship any where GOOD
10.uwe International Good
11.Ifrit617 US shipping only GOOD
12.sadiejane US shipping only GOOD
13.stingray45 US shipping please GOOD
14.fishfinder401 US shipping only please GOOD
15.bowtarist North American Shipping only. I'll ship to Cananda, but not over seas GOOD
16.Lowell US only GOOD
17.beetlebailey1977 preffer US shipping but if need be will ship over seas GOOD
18.Will H US shipping only GOOD
19.bareshaft12 US shipping only GOOD
20.Buckeye Guy us shipping only please GOOD
21.M-P Will ship wherever needed GOOD
22.osage outlaw US shipping GOOD
23.rileyconcrete GOOD
24.nugget US shipping GOOD
25.bubby US shipping GOOD
26.jonathan creason Ill ship any where GOOD
27.tenbrook US shipping only please GOOD
28.Josh just USA and Canada please GOOD
29.Tower guess ill ship any where GOOD
30.jeffhalfrack GOOD
31.Almostpighunter US shipping only GOOD
32.Lee Slikkers US shipping GOOD
33.John K US shipping only GOOD
34.hillbilly61 US only please GOOD
35.jthompson1995 GOOD
36.YosemiteBen US/Intl shipping ok. GOOD
37.Snakeman just USA and Canada please
38.Youngbowyer USA GOOD
39.hawkbow US shipping GOOD
40.deerhunter97370 will ship out of the US if needed GOOD
41.Auggie North America Please GOOD
42.Commadore US shipping only GOOD
43.madcrow just US please GOOD
44.ken75 USA GOOD
45.Polar Bear USA GOOD
46. Wildkatt US shipping only GOOD
47.HoBow US shipping GOOD
48.nyarrow USA GOOD
49.Northernsport will ship within north america GOOD
50.tattoo dave will ship anywhere GOOD
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Amen--- literal translation is "I'm in."
Cipriano
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Im all in boys!! {and gals}
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I'm in!!! First timer
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Go ahead and count me in. Ron
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I'm in! 8)
Marie seemed excited about the Christmas Exchange again. Hopefully she will chime in to this thread.
Josh, i will help you out as I can. Just ask.
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Please count me in. Kirk
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Ok while we are at this we may as well go ahead and send mailing info to me via PM, So please send me your mailing address like this so I can copy and paste it to my list
John Deer
1234 vista view dr.
Tillamook Or. 97141
Please send me the address you want your gift mailed to you at like shown here. thanks
Josh
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I am happy to help in anyway. I am glad it is up and running this year. Josh just let me know what you need me to do. I can do the spread sheet thing again.
I would suggest that all names need to be in by Oct. 1 and then the trade begins. I know that is in 9 days. That will give time to draw names and pass the information back out. Also if you are from another country or willing to ship to another country that was very helpful to know last year.
Cg
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Thanks CG I appretiate it! and yes we would love it if you would do the name drawing if thats what your saying ;D I am good with 9 days so unless anyone objects Oct1st will be the last day to sign up.
Josh
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I'm good with Oct. 1. Josh, anything I can do I will. Just let me know.
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Please do count me in.
-gus
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I'm good with Oct. 1. Josh, anything I can do I will. Just let me know.
Thanks Pat,
gus your in
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Joshypoo :D you are doing a great job at this already!
The over seas shipping is impt. as well as the personal information. Also those that sign up can post on this thread their stuff that they like.. you know like long walks on the beach, warm sunsets... etc :laugh:
Also, I would suggest posting an announcement in the announcement (obviously) but also on the most popular threads with a link to this so that they won't post on that one but over here where the cool people are. O0
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I'm in. Had fun with the quiver exchange might as well give this a go.
I'm in Canada if someone has a problem with shipping(know it does cost more)I understand
Thanks Leroy
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Thats a great idea that way I dont have to copy all of it ;D Ill update my first post
Josh
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My first post has been updated so please re read it. thanks
Josh
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I`m in again!
Regards Uwe
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Count me in.. can't wait! U.S. shipping only please.
If someone wants to make a bow, i like RH 45# @28"...
Just a quick question, the gift does not have to be a bow right? But anthing that you have made?
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That is correct it can be anything handmade by you.
Josh
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I'm in!
Barry
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im in, this is my first exchange, cant wait to get started ;D
noel
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I'm in, Derik Gratz, Bloomington, Indiana. Will ship to all of North America, not over sea please. Sorry.
PM sent! And I'm excited!!
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Thats great Derik Ill get you down! ;D
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I really enjoyed working on my gift last year and the quality of the gift I received goes without saying but I'll unfortunately have to bow ( ;) ) out this year, I'm just too skeered that I won't be able to get something done in time...I will however enjoy watching all the fun.
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i guess the deadline goes without saying ;)
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The deadline to ship has not been set yet, I am open to suggestions. I just figured we would make it the same as last year but im not sure when that was as this will be my first year getting involved.
Josh
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I'm in ...info has been sent. U.S. shipping only.
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Count me in again this year. I believe the deadline last year was around the end of Jan. if I am not mistaken.
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You can count me in! US shipping only please. :)
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: Im in. us shipping only This site rocks, ::)
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Count me in !!
US shipping only please ! (sorry 2 yrs of less than full time work )
Guy
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Howdy Folks, Count me in as well. I've had great fun in years past. I guess I'll volunteer to ship where ever. Ron
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I'm in.
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Hey Josh count me in.
Tell Riley
860 N 7th E
Mountain Home ID 83647
Thanks
Tell
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Count me in.
US shipping only.
TJ
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count me in josh, i draw 29" lefty but i'll take raw material that they collected or prossesed themselves, i knapp and build bows, arrows, quivers, knives, shoot black powder, like i said i'm happy with what ever i get, Bub
Paul Robertson
1040 Otis Ct
Red Bluff, Ca, 96080
US shipping only
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I'm in. I've already got a couple of ideas in mind of what I want to make, but will wait to see who I draw before I finalize anything.
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I'm in please.
I have some real cool ideas of what to make. Can't wait to get started.
As far as bow spec's I'm a lefty with a 29" draw. Like to shoot between 45-50#.
One question. I am having knee surgery in about a month. Can I ship my item before my surgery or do we wait until Christmas?
Thanks
Tenbrook
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I'm in! PM sent.
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Sounds like fun! Count me in. Guess I'll ship anywhere.
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I've been watching this for a long time,,,,I'm a first timer in this,,if you will allow me I'm in. usa ,and canada shipping is ok there will be no telling what I'll build? but I'll try for different ;D I'm right handed, I draw about 27"s I've never owned an ossage anything and I can't shoot off the hand,,,,I tried but can't Jeffhalfrack thanks
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I'm in!
I think I may be forced to stay within the U.S. as most of my handmade stuff these days have animal products attached. I tried to work with CITES after attempting a trade with medicinewheel and they simply forbid some of the things (certain snake skins) or cost too much for the permits of other animal products.
I suppose, for the record, I'll state that I'm right handed and draw anywhere from 28"-30", but I will be thrilled and honored by anything someone makes for me with their own hands.
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I'd really like to participate but when is the completion deadline? I guess it probably doesn't matter since some folks are still making their bows for the Bow Swap and that deadline was July 4th ::) :o >:D
OK, I'm in...
If it's a bow my stats are 28" @ 55lbs but I'll be tickled to death with anything make with pride.
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I'd really like to participate but when is the completion deadline? I guess it probably doesn't matter since some folks are still making their bows for the Bow Swap and that deadline was July 4th ::) :o >:D
OK, I'm in...
If it's a bow my stats are 28" @ 55lbs but I'll be tickled to death with anything make with pride.
Dont be a booger Coco Puffs.... Doesnt matter if the water is cold.. Just jump on in 8)
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I'm in didn't get into it last year, had to much other stuff going on. If we find out our reciepent the first week of October that gives me plenty of time ! Will only ship U.S.
I would assume the deadline to have your gift delivered by would be December 25th :D
I'm right handed and love anything primitive :)
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Just in case,,,my bow specs,,,,45# @ 28" and I like anything that cuts,shoots,taste good,blows up, makes fire or keeps me warm !!
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I'm in again. ;D US only please :(
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I'm in!
I think I may be forced to stay within the U.S. as most of my handmade stuff these days have animal products attached. I tried to work with CITES after attempting a trade with medicinewheel and they simply forbid some of the things (certain snake skins) or cost too much for the permits of other animal products.
I suppose, for the record, I'll state that I'm right handed and draw anywhere from 28"-30", but I will be thrilled and honored by anything someone makes for me with their own hands.
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Count me in again.
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im in and snakeman is in too.
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do you have to make a bow or could it be something like a set of arrows?
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do you have to make a bow or could it be something like a set of arrows?
Actually I think it is 2 bows, 1 quiver and a nice even dozen of matched arrows with handmade stone points.... >:D ::)
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Come on Lee don't scare the guy off it can be anything from a bow to a jar of jam as long as you made it with you're own two hands.Ronnie
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In the past the completion/and shipped out date was Jan 15. That gave people who had time off around the holidays time to finish up and ship it out. What do you all think about that time frame? Some people like sending it off and/or receiving it by Dec 25/Jan1. So any of those dates are up. I think in the past we thought that extra 2 weeks helped. But that means some won't get their gift until end of Jan early Feb.
thoughts?
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I'm going to ship my gift so my person has it by Christmas, thats 2 months very doable for everyone, i would think :-\ :)
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I would like John K to get my name please. ;D
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To be on the safe side I think the Jan. 15 date is good. Trying to ship between Christmas and New Year could be rediculous. Getting your gift out before Christmas would be ideal but I think we need a "not before" date also...say Dec. 1 or Dec. 15. just so it does feel like a Christmas gift and not just something you give or get.
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You could mark the package, Do not Open Till Christmas ;)
To be on the safe side I think the Jan. 15 date is good. Trying to ship between Christmas and New Year could be rediculous. Getting your gift out before Christmas would be ideal but I think we need a "not before" date also...say Dec. 1 or Dec. 15. just so it does feel like a Christmas gift and not just something you give or get.
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I'm going to ship my gift so my person has it by Christmas, thats 2 months very doable for everyone, i would think :-\ :)
I agree with John K !!;)
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Ok so unless anyone has good reason for argument The LATEST date to ship will be Jan 15th and the earliest date you can ship will be Dec. 15 so it is more of a chrismas gift. Hope this works for everyone so unless we have any objections then these will be the dates.
Josh
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do you have to make a bow or could it be something like a set of arrows?
Anything hand made is fine, let me know if you are in ;)
Josh
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List has been updated please if you are missing any info let me know, if your name has a GOOD by it then I have your mailing address, I also need to know if you can ship out of the USA or jus in the USA Thanks
Josh
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Starting to feel the Excitement build...
The backup gift is nearly finished.
Figure I'll wait to discover the identity of my Gift Recipient before beginning assembly of the primary gift.
So we can't ship before December 15th and should have shipped by January 15 Is this correct?
My Stats:
Right Handed
5'10" Tall
28" Draw
Generally shoot 50 to 60 pounds.
Walk with a squint.
And my favorite color is Bloody Arrow Red. >:D
-gus
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I'm in!
I shoot 40-45 pounds at 24 inches(best to make the bow be able to pull to 26 though)
I like my bows 60-63 inches tall. Right Handed. U.S shipping only
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"So we can't ship before December 15th and should have shipped by January 15 Is this correct?"
Yes that is correct, no shipping before December 15th and no later than January 15th unless someone has good reason why this is a bad idea.
Josh
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personally i think jan 15 is a little late, maybe new years, or somewhere in between
jmho
noel
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Any reasoning for thinking its too late? The last thing I want is a bunch of guys not being able to finish in time and this gives people some cushion time in case every day life gets in the way or they are busy for the holidays. Plus people can have plenty of time to put allot of time and effort into thier gift rather than just slam something out. Thanks for the input though fish, if you want to finish your gift this week and have time then that is fine but not every one may have as much free time as others to finish their gift.
Josh
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i guess you have a point, wouldn't want to rush people.
btw, im not one of those people with alot of freetime i really hate applying to colleges :'(.....
noel
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i'm in brother... US shipping only...... right handed.. 29 inch draw...
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i guess you have a point, wouldn't want to rush people.
btw, im not one of those people with alot of freetime i really hate applying to colleges :'(.....
noel
Not insinuating that you do have allot of free time, just saying some people have more than other ;) thanks
Im getting you down hawkbow :)
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I draw 28 inches, right-handed, 50-60 lbs. I would enjoy anything.
Most importantly-I HAVE BEEN VERY GOOD!
Kirk
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Mines almost done!! guess ill have to slow down! :o
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I'm in. As for bow stats. 65# @26" Right hand. It will be an honor to participate again. Joel
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Where is the list?
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Where is the list?
Page 1, 2nd post
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OK I see it now.
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Im in! RH 45-55@27,and llooking forward to another great exchange!
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Please check the list on page one post two and make sure I have all your info, thanks
Josh
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I'm in.
Right handed 50-60# 28-30"
Also love anything wood and rock related, or delicious!
Mark
p.s. address has been PMed.
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I forgot to say I can ship out of U.S. If needed. Joel
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when do we find out who we are supposed to make a bow for?
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I forgot to say I can ship out of U.S. If needed. Joel
Thanks ill update it
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when do we find out who we are supposed to make a bow for?
Youngbowyer This is not a bow trade just for info, if you would like you can make a bow for the person you get but if you re read my first post it should anwser your questions and give you an idea of what the exchange is about. You can also do a search for last years trade and get some ideas of some of the stuff people made, look at my first post on page 1. The sign up cut off is oct 1st at midnight so you should get the name and address of the person you are sending a gift to by no later than the 5th I would think depending how many people we get involved and how long it takes to get the names out. Hope this helps
Josh
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Here is the link to last years trade for an idea of some things people made :) http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,20978.0.html
Josh
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when do we find out who we are supposed to make a bow for?
Youngbowyer This is not a bow trade just for info, if you would like you can make a bow for the person you get but if you re read my first post it should anwser your questions and give you an idea of what the exchange is about. You can also do a search for last years trade and get some ideas of some of the stuff people made, look at my first post on page 1. The sign up cut off is oct 1st at midnight so you should get the name and address of the person you are sending a gift to by no later than the 5th I would think depending how many people we get involved and how long it takes to get the names out. Hope this helps
Josh
Ok thanks. I'll be making a bow for sure though
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Sign me up. RH 45# - 65# @28"
US Shipping only
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Personal messages have been sent to everyone who needs to give me more info. Thanks
Josh
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im in again , maybe i can think of something to make .
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im in again , maybe i can think of something to make .
I dont know Ken, that might be tough for you to come up with something.. You better let me help ya out :laugh:
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I'm in - Its like waiting for he UPS guy to show up when you order something 8) - I love it
06muscl
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Howdy, It looks like there's a fairly enthusiastic bunch signing up. Ron
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I'm in. Not sure what I can do but will come up with something.
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Ok im in Rh. 45# to 65#@ 26'' to 28'' No shelf. Josh do you still have my info from bow trade or do you need me to pm it to you.
Katt
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Yes I will need your address and wether you can ship only in the us or anywhere? Thanks
Josh
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I'm in. PM sent. This will be fun!
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HoBow I got your PM I need your address you want your gift shipped to please.
Josh
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I'm in! PM Sent. (I hope, my comp is acting up let me know if you need me to re-submit)
65# @28"
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>:D PM Sent
KATT
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List is updated
Josh
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I am in......and will ship within North America
65# @ 28"
Shawn
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Its 9:04pm my time so people still have untill 12:00 am to sign up for the trade so get in while you can! Should be some great gifts going out this year! I will get info out to calendargirl tomorrow asap and she will start getting peoples recipients to them as soon as she can.
Josh
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I sent calendargirl the names about twenty minutes ago so watch your personal messages you should be getting a name in the next few days! ;D
Josh
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Elktracker,
Thanks for doing this and putting it all together. Thanks from all of us.
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Elktracker,
Thanks for doing this and putting it all together. Thanks from all of us.
What he said!! ;)
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thank you so much for doing this, i imagine it is allot of extra work,if you need any help what so ever, tell me and ill try to do what i can
noel
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Thank you guys, I appretiate that! I had to volunteer because I couldnt bear to wait to get this exchange started!!!! I am really looking forward to getting my name!!! And I am already excited to get my gift as well, I havent felt this way about christmas since i was a young kid lol ;) should be fun! ;D
Josh
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Hey Josh, I see folks are posting specs for the bows they want. Is this a bow exchange? This is my first Christmas exchange, but I know in the past it was open to send anything primitive. I was just wondering.
Tattoo Dave
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When will we get our names?
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Also if you need ideas for your recipient you can always view their previous posts to get ideas... just go to their profile and the view previous posts button is on the left hand side of the page... just a thought. :) :) :) I am also excited this is my first Christmas exchange.
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Also if you need ideas for your recipient you can always view their previous posts to get ideas... just go to their profile and the view previous posts button is on the left hand side of the page... just a thought. :) :) :) I am also excited this is my first Christmas exchange.
That is what I plan to do if I don't know em. BTW, I wasn't going to do this, but what the hell...
I don't own a self bow, 40-50# @ 26". :)
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Thanks Ifritz for picking up on that for me, The only thing I would add is
From the way I see it, it really doesnt have to be primitive just something made with your own two hands. Someone was saying they got home made Jam last year so dont be supprised if thats what you get. You just never know what you might get so as long as it was made by hand that is the rule. If you need more info on your recipient PM me and I can get that for you.
Calendargirl is working away on getting a spread sheet made and you will get your name asap.
Josh
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I don't have a horse in this race, so if you want info (draw weight, draw length or other) on your recipient feel free to PM me and I will PM them to get whatever info you would like.
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I don't have a horse in this race, so if you want info (draw weight, draw length or other) on your recipient feel free to PM me and I will PM them to get whatever info you would like.
Thanks Justin! ;D
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Received my Recipient's name just now...
And I'm off and Running!!!
Thank You Elktracker and Calendargirl.
-gus
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I will send justin a copy of the spreadsheet so that he can have a duplicate and no surprises will be spoiled! ;)
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Also guys and gals take pictures of the gifts you are making, do build alongs or whatever you would like and post them to this thread if you would like so when people in future years want to find info it is all in one place. Thanks
Josh
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we should change the title of this topic from "CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE SIGN UP!" TO CHRISTMAS EXCHANGE SIGN UP 2011" so it doesn't get mixed up with previous years LOL. :) :)
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You know whats funny I went to modify it to just that then I decided a no so I cancelled it lol but ill do it right now, maybe I will just change it to (Christmas exchange 2011) since the sign up is done?
Josh
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Since this is my first trade I went and looked at last years exchanges. WOW! I'm not near that talented but I will do my best. Can't wait to find out who will be receiving my gift.
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i got my person's name ;D
noel
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Greetings All,
So here are some initial shots of the wood I'll be using for the "Old Sage" staff I'm building for my Christmas Recipient.
Harvested this old branch, of mostly heart wood, off of my Uncle's place in Fairfield, TX. back on July 4th of this year.
It was a dead branch hanging on a living Osage tree. She sure looked rough on the outside, but you can see the pretty wood revealed on the end grain.
Working her down with Paint Scraper, Carving Knife, Cabinet Scraper and to a lesser degree Farriers Rasp.
If this is posted in the wrong place please feel free to move it. :)
Thank You.
-gus
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Gus thanks for posting! I look forward to progress! No this is not the wrong place, I hope more post stuff like this on this thread so it is easily accesed when people search for the christmas exchange. Thanks for shareing!
Josh
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Have all the names been drawn?????? JeffW
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Jeff yes everyone should have there names if you have checked your personal messages and did not recieve a name contact justin snyder or calendargirl or let me know and I will get you figured out.
Josh
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I have not received my name.
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Ok Hobow and jeffhalfrack you will have to PM Justin Snyder or calendargirl as they have the list of names and who was matched with who. I gave out some names but I didnt have either of you on my list. If you need me to I can contact one of them for you but you should be able to get the same info I would just without me being the middle man. Thanks if any one else has any questions comments or concerns let me know.
Josh
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Marie sent me a list with everyone on it so if you didn't get yours drop me a PM.
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So, is anybody done yet? What? Just asking.
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Nope, not done yet...haven't really started yet cause I need to read up and do a little "research" on my recipient. Sure does feel weird, like a "Stalker" weird, to pick out a persons name and read a bunch of their threads and such...but it is probably the best way to make sure you pick the right type of gift for the person.
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Nope, not done yet...haven't really started yet cause I need to read up and do a little "research" on my recipient. Sure does feel weird, like a "Stalker" weird, to pick out a persons name and read a bunch of their threads and such...but it is probably the best way to make sure you pick the right type of gift for the person.
I know what you mean. But I personaly feel anything this group makes is going to be a treasure.
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I felt like a stalker too but that it how You find out the info you want..
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I have already stalked every one in this trades profile hahahahhaaaaa ;)
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I am excited about this exchange - not your typical white elephant xmas exchange at the office. California to Alberta hopefully I will get to go there someday.... Had snow here in Yosemite to about 5000' Yosemite falls is loking foo. If y'all want to see my office go to YosemiteConservancy.org and look up their webcams.
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Done washed off my "Stalker" face paint, and on to manufacturing... :)
Here are a couple more progress shots, got the staff to floor tiller.
Starting to add some color, Turquoise from the Kingman mine in Arizona.
More photos tomorrow or Saturday as long as work or sick younguns allow.
-gus
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Looking very nice so far Gus :)
Josh
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Well i might as well post some pics... Got started on the hammer style atlatl I am gonna be making for this trade, and cut out all the pieces. Its gonna have a knuckled paudak and purple heart handle, paudak accents and the main shaft is some straight grained oak. Im gonna glue them all up tonight and then the real work begins. :)
Jon
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Sweet! ;D
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Cool I like the idea of showing off as you build. I said I was finished but now I'm gonna start over so I can show off too. Ron
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Iv been gone workn and had no time to log in can I join in :)
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Sterling, the selection process is over unfortunately so you will have towait until next year. :(
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Looks like there's already some great items underway. I think I've got my idea finalized, and plan on starting this week. I'll try to snap some pics along the way.
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Np pat thanx for letting me know :) my first year to miss it lol. happy building all looks like a great start :)
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Found a little time to progress the "Ole Sage" staff...
Here are a few more shots of the progress.
Thanks,
-gus
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Coming allong nicely!!
Skyarrow sorry you missed it wish we could get you in :(
Josh
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It's all good Josh no big deal ;D
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that staff is looking NICE, Gus... :)
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That staff looks sick Gus, wish i could be mine... ;D ;D
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Thank You Guys...
She's coming along pretty nice...
Barring any unexpected delays, I should have the filling and sanding done in a week or two.
Then on to finishing.
:)
-gus
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Beautiful Gus ;)
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Looking good,very cool. :)
Pappy
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Got mine underway. Right now it's still just a chunk of cherry and a plow bottom, but hopefully it'll shape up over the next few weeks. Now if I could find that blasted nut for my angle grinder.....
(http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq223/jrc1106/warclub1.jpg)
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SWEET
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I have no idea what that is but looks good ;D
Josh
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I have no idea what that is but looks good ;D
Josh
Elktracker....anybody can see it's going to be a Kentucky rifle!! 8) :laugh:
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I thought rubber band gun but quikly said to my self na :D
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hes got my interest ;D
noel
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Gonna be quite the warclub when you get done.....
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I like what I'm seein. Mohican stlye? 8) 8)
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Thats interesting,,,,,,,mine is well underway but my camera is DOA,, ill try to get some pics up this week
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Mine is well underway too but only in my mind. ;D It should be quite cool when done.
Nice headache there Jonathan. ;)
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here is mine, i am doing 2 and going to send the best one, I always need my back scratched and the wife isnt always around so I will keep one of these ;D they are both made of tight grained Yew wood and I may leave the bark on one but I havent decided yet. Sorry for the small pictures, I might add a little deflex to the one that is almost done as it has a slight amount of reflex. The one with the bark on has a good amount of deflex so it should work good. ;D
Josh
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Here's probably the final update (got to keep some element of surprise).
(http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/qq223/jrc1106/warclub.jpg)
Still got a couple hours worth of sanding to do on the club. I forged the spike out of a bolt I found in an old railroad tressle piling, but I got it a little too thin at the tip so I'm going to redo it. I want to make sure it's plenty beefy should the recipient want to throw it any.
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Jonathan,
That War Club is looking Mighty Fine!!!
That is definitely one of my favorite weapons.
And absolutely wicked in use in the close of "The Last Mohican"...
-gus
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Yes I agree that is a very nice club! I could use one of those to keep the wife in line durring the hollidays >:D
Josh
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Thanks guys, I'm having a lot of fun making this one. Might have to make a few more once I get past Christmas.
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I have a question for everyone involved in the trade. I seemed to have messed my knee up pretty bad. I have an apointment with an orthopedic doctor to find out just how bad. Right now I don't feel like working on anything in my shop. If I don't improve in time to make something, would it be OK to give a couple of nice staves? There is a lot of time and work to get a tree to stave form. Hopefully I am able to make something, but I want to have a back up plan in place to make sure my person doesn't get left out. I'm just looking for some honest opinions.
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i think that is fine, i personally wouldn't mind, just try to heal ;)
noel
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Clint, you certainly put your all into harvesting the staves. In a situation like this I see no problem but a consensus should be reached by all involved.
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Ok with me...they wouldn't be staves if you had not done some work with them. ;D
And on the greedy side....if you had my name ....I'd rather get a stave than nothing!! >:D :)
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More importantly, I pray that you get healed up! Your health is more important than projects or gifts or staves.
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has to be hand made... Nothing more hand made than a nice stave... I think it would be totally fine!!! Hope you get your knee fixed
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If you had my name I'd be perfectly thrilled to get a stave. I'd also be happy to see you all healed up. Ronnie
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Clint,
Really??? Man up bubba >:D >:D
Just kidding. I will pray that you heal up and that it is just bruised up. I think that's a gracious offer on your part ;D
Keep us posted.
Cipriano
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I personally would love a nice stave ;D sorry to hear about your knee :o
Josh
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Staves are always good! Especially if its wood you haven't tried,or dont have access to. Heal up!
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Prayers Sent Osage.
Purty Staves like that lot you have been turning out are always welcome!
God Speed Your Full Recovery!
-gus
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I'd be fine with it- get better!
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Making staves looks like a lot of work. Sounds hand made and primitve. Hope you're heal before seasons over. Maybe I need to drive down there and cover one of you stands? >:D really... ;D maybe move some heavy stuff for you in the evening. 8)
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I'm so bummed I missed out on this!
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Good news! I got in to the doctors today due to a cancellation and found out about the knee. I have severe tendonitis. Nothing is tore or broken so that's good. He gave me some anti-inflammatory pills and vicodin :o and said to give it 6-8 weeks and see how its going. I should be able to get back in the shop soon and get started on something. Thanks for all the support and opinions, it is much appreciated :)
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I really love how much the Chrsitmas Exchange has grown. The PA community are really some of the best people. :)
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Good news! I got in to the doctors today due to a cancellation and found out about the knee. I have severe tendonitis. Nothing is tore or broken so that's good. He gave me some anti-inflammatory pills and vicodin :o and said to give it 6-8 weeks and see how its going. I should be able to get back in the shop soon and get started on something. Thanks for all the support and opinions, it is much appreciated :)
Good!! I had knee surgery a couple years ago and it aint no fun at all! Careful with Mr. Vicoden!!! thats good stuff!! >:D
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Outlaw that is good news!
-gus
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good to hear don't push it too hard and let it heal.
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Osage
Good to hear your alright !
Take care of yourself and let us know if you need anything!
Like maybe taking some of that wood off your hands so you don't hurt yourself !
Funny part is I checked in here to say Whom ever has my name If you don't know what to do for me just send yellow wood !! That would thrill me !
Guy
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Clint that is great to hear ;) Amen on the report.
I am now building the gift that I will be sending out. Hope to take pics this weekend and post pics on Monday...
cipriano
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good news on the knee, but two staves, that's a great gift, Bub
hope the knee heals fast, mine are both titanium so I feel your pain man
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Well here is a start to my gift for this year...........have to aneal the blade next.
(http://i1182.photobucket.com/albums/x460/beetle_bailey1977/starttonewknife-1.jpg)
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Very cool! I look forward to seeing this finished! thanks for shareing Beetlebaily
Josh
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Had a powertool meltdown last night. Small delay. Surgery is scheduled for tonight after work hopefully it will recover.Beetlbailey knife looks awesome
Thanks Leroy
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Looks like the makings of a Fine Blade Mr. Bailey... :)
Got the fine sanding done on the Ole Sage Staff, out to six hundred grit.
Now building up the finish, five coats of CA Glue so far.
Next step is to sand the CA Glue down.
This is the delicate part. I'll sand with only 600 grit till smooth.
As long as I can get it smooth without sanding through to wood, the next step will be Polishing.
If sanding goes awry, then its more coats of CA Glue and another try at finish sanding. :)
Three pics of final touches before CA Glue coats.
Three pics after application of CA Glue coats.
Thank You.
-gus
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Here is my Christmas exchange project...
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Couldnt see the picture Lowell
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Huh!!! ??? I click on it and I see it.
If others can't I'll try something different. ;)
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Won[t let me open it either lowell
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it is a word document. i opened it fine using google chrome. thats pretty cool lowell :)
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Those are some nice looking projects. Router surgery didn't go well,pateint didn't make it.
The Canadain govt has a policy. If you have a problem keep throwing money at it till it goes away. :o Oh well life goes on.
Thanks Leroy
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Here is another try at what my Exchange is..... Had to post picture separate from the description??
HUNT THE WIND…
Knowing the wind is critical to hunting success. Hunt the wind with “The Airplane”.
(picture should be here) :-[
“The Airplane” is almost but not quite like the “Firefly”.
The entire design was copied from an old weathervane made close to 100 years ago. Using NO advanced flow analysis and the result is a fairly accurate, kind of sensitive, wind detection device a hunter can trade for.
“The Airplane” is not a sophisticated instrument. And is NOT designed using any of the latest technology. It’s suggested retail is not $59.95.
For low wind conditions you may have to stick your finger in your mouth to wet it and hold your finger up and feel which is the cool side…..the cool side indicates which side the wind is coming from.
Also included is a pod of milkweed that is “Ultra” sensitive to low wind and even thermals when hunting from a stand. Just pull a small tuft of silky seed material from the pod and release and watch.
Hope all of this helps you “HUNT THE WIND”.
Lowell
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Lowell that is pretty cool, so did you build it? The reason I ask is because the suggested retail thing had me confused :D Looks cool though
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Elktracker, Yes, I totally made it.
The retail price part is just a spoof of the "Firefly" wind detector!! >:D
I was working on a job and the customer had the original hanging on his wall and I copied it...with his permission. He thought something like his dad's uncle...or some relative had made the original.
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I would love to see that thing in my yard here on the beach in a good 80 100 mph wind >:D I would probably have to tie it down or it would take off lol. Great job and great work!
Josh
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Got a good start.Reclaimed fir door frame outta the local military base circa 1962.
Slates cut and fluted (no pun intended) ;) The shop forman Luke
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The flutes
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Luke in his shop chair and yes nobody sits in the chair but him
Thanks Leroy
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NICE! ;D
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Nice.....looks like you like the same color in woods and dogs!! ;D 8)
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Rescued the fir from the dumpster.Rescued the furry one from pound 6 months ago. He just turned 7. Luke is a great friend.
Thanks Leroy
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BIGGGGGGG Sighhhhhhhh of relief,,,,, the main part of my gift is done ;D now if it's possible the make it pretty phase. this is stressfull,,,in a real nice way. I can't wait till Christmas now! but I will JEFFW
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Lets see some pics!!!!!
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yea,,,,,,,,pics!!!!!!!!!!!!!! >:(
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So I was out beating on a cedar post with my gift the other day and it cracked along a grain line. I think I'm just going to do a rawhide repair to make it look more authentic.
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Amazing idea, this gift exchange. Would love to participate, but I'm no good at crafting stuff... >:(
But perhaps I can think of something... :)
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Batavier we have already closed sign up for this exchange but we would love to have you join in next year and by then if you hang around on this site you will definately be able to craft some stuff. Nice to have you here!
Josh
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Mines very near done,,camera is not been replaced yet so Mr. Otfjkiy dfhyted will have not a clue!! 8)
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Mines very near done,,camera is not been replaced yet so Mr. Otfjkiy dfhyted will have not a clue!! 8)
That is how it is supposed to work.
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I`ve caught a bad cold- the positive in this state is, that I could have finished my gift at Saturday. I`m thinking of making a bit more of decoration to it, before I start the adventure of shipping and customs to the US.
Pictures should be done by the new owner.- It should be a little surprise, shouldn`t it?
Regards Uwe
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Remember Uwe dont ship it out before Dec. 15th. or in your case a little earlier for the distance it has to travel.
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Yes, I´ll sent it out at 1 Dec. As I know of the trades before it may take between 3- 4 weeks.
My dream is, it arrives at Holy Night.
Regards Uwe
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Thanks "BB77" I'm about done,,,,,more or less,,,,,,,,,,and Dangit I would have shipped to soon if it wasn't for your friendly reminder . thanks, Man I hope Mr. So and so likes what I made????????? I do!!! now my buddy at work wants one. JeffW
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Just about ready it ship..Might have to a little early to cross a border. Gives me a week or so to build a shipping box.
Thanks Leroy
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Got the Ole Sage staff finished up.
Twelve coats of CA Glue for a finish and ten coats of Carnuba wax.
She's all ready to ship to her new master.
Here's a parting shot.
-gus
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Well Heck.
That was not the correct photo... :o
Guess we'll have to wait for her new owner post a photo... ;D
-gus
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You had me going for a minute ;D Remember we are waiting to ship untill the 15th of dec. I think is what we agreed on so people get there gifts closer to christmas. The guys shipping out of the country can ship a bit sooner as it will take longer to arrive.
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Yes Sir...
Sorry about the Hook... 8)
I was tempted to post the finished photo but where is the fun in that.
There should be a little bit of a supprise left for the new owner.
I'll just say that at present this is one of my best.
The rich color and iridescence of this staff are Excellent!
Gave me the chance to incorporate a lot of the techniques I've learned in my short time bow building.
This piece is my forty first staff/walking stick and took just over two hundred hours to finish.
Only have a little packing work to do, but will be ready to ship on December 10th.
Have to say that the Excitement of wanting to see this staff in the hands of her master is nearly unbearable!!! :)
Come On Christmas!
-gus
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This piece is my forty first staff/walking stick and took just over two hundred hours to finish.
:o :o :o :o :o
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Well I have annealed my knife blade and I am in process of working it down. Also working on the handle some. More pics to come shortly. Need to get the knife rough made up to start on the sheath for it.
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I changed my mind completely this morning and decided to do a knife instead. Started forging down an odd shaped piece of saw steel and was starting to forge in the bevels when I got distracted and melted it in the forge. Started on another piece and messed up and ended up with a cold shut on the edge. Decided it was time to set it aside and work on something else for a while. I'll have to file out that cold shut before I can move any father on it.
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Batavier we have already closed sign up for this exchange but we would love to have you join in next year and by then if you hang around on this site you will definately be able to craft some stuff. Nice to have you here!
Josh
Indeed, wouldn't have had time to craft stuff on such short notice anyway. But I still like the idea! Thanks for the thumbs up!
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Got to work some on my gift this afternoon, coming along nice. will be shipping by the 15th !
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mines all packed up and ready to ship! can't wait for the 15th! ;D
Jon
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what is the last day of shipping on the christmas x-change, I just had a little surgery last week and last sat. my cousin killed herself, it's been a ruff week, Bub
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We are suppose to have them shipped no later than jan 15th. Sorry about your loss, if its a little late im sure your recipient would understand.
Josh
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Josh
I'm sure thats a typo any time between Dec 15 and Jan 15
are the dates !
Buby ,just take care of yourself and don't think about this for now.
Guy
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Yes it was a typo thanks and sorry about that!
Ship no earlier than Dec. 15 and no later than Jan 15 ill edit that post :-[
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sorry to hear that bubby, i also think who ever you have would understand it being late
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thank's guy's but the deadline will get my mind on something else, this is hard to wrap my head around, but everything happens for a reason i guess, Bub
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Getting close to having it done. Here is a sneak peak of my exchange offering...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/PAChristmasExchange2011003.jpg)
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Very cool looking gift Pat hope you got my name. Ronnie
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Very sorry to hear that, bubby. I'll be praying for your family.
That bag looks great, Pat! Gonna be one lucky son-of-a-gun that gets it.
I hammered out a blade yesterday that I thought turned out pretty cool, but ended up much thinner than I wanted. Gonna try to do the same thing with some thicker stock.
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You have our Condolences and Prayers Bubby.
Nice looking Lether Work Mr. Pat.
Can't believe December is only one day and a wakeup away.
-gus
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Lookin good Pat ;D
Josh
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Sorry to hear of your loss Bubby. Praying for you and your family.
Nice bag Pat.
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Sorry to hear this, but it seems to be a problem in the dark months of the year. Even here in Germany suicides rise up in this time before Christmas. Depression, familar problems and problems with money, "no ways out" are the main reasons.
I`ve send out my trade item last Friday, but forgot "to put a few words into". Hope it arrives at Holy Night. I`ve written on it: Don`t open before Dec. 24!
Regards Uwe
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It has been brought to my attention that one of the participants in the christmas exchange is going through some very tough times since Oct. and is not able to be at there house and doesnt have access to a computer due to the situation that person is in. After getting all of the facts and talking to this person I have made the decision that we need to find a volunteer to build a gift for this persons recipient as they will not be able to because of the situation they are going through. I dont think that this person should be taken completely out as in not recieve a gift because with the hard ships this person is going through the gift this person recieves will hopefully help bring spirits up.
So I need a volunteer to help one of our fellow PA brothers out in his times of hardship. I am still in the process of getting the info as to who he was building for and there address so when I get it I can get that info to the person that steps up to help out. I also realize that it wouldnt leave the person volunteering allot of time to complete the gift on such short notice but that person would be givin extra time to complete the gift if need be.
I will say that the person who is dealing with these issues is a great guy from talking to him and watching him on here through the bow trade and his hardships right now are pretty serious. Thanks again
Josh
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Let Me know How to Help
Guy
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Maybe we can get several guys to make something small to send, so the recipient gets a "gift basket" of sorts. I know I've got a thing or 2 in mind I could knock out in a hurry, but don't know that I'd have the extra time in the next month to make something bigger.
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I too would be happy to help to send something to both. Just PM me their addresses and I will send each a little something made with heart and soul by Diego and I.
Cipriano
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I am no in the exchange, but would be more than willing to send something to him if you approve. Just let me know
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I could help,,,,,something told me to make more than one,,,,,,,let me know what I could do Jeffw
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Thanks guys I will send the address of this persons recipient to one of you and if anyone would like to send a gift to the person struggling with hardships pm me and I can give you his address. I would rather not post his name on here because it is not my place, but if you want to send him a gift to bring his spirits up I can do that. PM me Thanks again guys for the help
Josh
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Yes Sir,
I have a "Back Up" gift ready, put it together in case my primary did not turn out.
Just let me know.
-gus
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My gift will ship today, i know it's a little early, but it's the only time i can get to the PO to make sure that the package arrives by Christmas.
I wrote on the package not to open till Christmas, will see if my receipent can wait !
Please take pictures when you open it. My camera died last week and a new ones not in the bidget at the moment.
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Hey John do what you got to do it wont be a problem ;)
Josh
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Ill have to send mine a day early as well,I only go to town once a week,on wednsdays,,and dont like going then! :)
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Got mine out today too since i was already heading to the PO.... Hope my recipiant likes it and I hope he posts pics....
Jon
P.S. Don't have to wait until christmas to open if ya can't wait... HAHAHa Happy holidays.
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Mine is forged and most of the grinding is done. Gonna be a real busy next couple of weeks, though so it might ship out after Christmas. Hopefully it's worth the wait.
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Mines is packed and ready to go. I may mail it tomorrow.
Everyone that recieves a gift should get a pic of themselves with their gift for all to see.
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I said no mailing before the 15th!!, this is just unexceptible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! But if you all wanna go ahead and mail your gifts early then go ahead!!! Your all like a bunch of kids wanting to open a present on the day before christmas! LOL
All kidding aside I dont see why people couldnt mail a day early if they want or its more convenient for them, its better than a day late ;D ;) Look what you started JohnK you let one kid do it ya have to let them all! ;)
I agree with Patb When you recieve and open your gift weather it be christmas or earlier or after christmas make sure you post pictures ON THIS THREAD and let the person know who sent it to you that it was recieved.
I will also be starting a seperate thread to keep track of who has shipped and recieved there gift so look out for that thread as well.
Josh
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Sorry Josh ::) :) I'll be sure to post pics with my gift ;D
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I said no mailing before the 15th!!, this is just unexceptible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! But if you all wanna go ahead and mail your gifts early then go ahead!!! Your all like a bunch of kids wanting to open a present on the day before christmas! LOL
Josh
OK just for that I'm gona to wait a few days,and maybe longer !
Guy
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O sure Guy trying to get me strung up :P
Josh
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I'm sorry Josh !
I just couldn't resist !
Thanks again for overseeing this !
Guy
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OK,Ill go first,,mine is sent! after waiting for 40 minits at the post office! and they say they dont have enough bussiness? always a line here,,,,,,,,,,,,, :o
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Mine went out today. Should be at its destination by Friday or Saturday. Only chance I had this week to mail it out. ::)
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Wait a minute!
Were we supposed to mail out our gifts THIS December?
I thought we were making gifts for NEXT December...
Chiste! :)
-gus
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Gus, shame on you >:D
Chiste means joke in Espanol....
Cipriano
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sending mine one next week. Someone is getting a lovel new bow :-X
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Not sure on my shipping date it may be sent around or after Christmas.....Not sure yet.
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Mine's forged, ground, and ready for heat treating. If I was going to be around next week I could probably get it out the door before Christmas. We've been invited to tour the White House though, so I'll be out of town for a few days. If I get out out it'll be by the skin of my teeth. Otherwise it'll be the week after.
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Dedo ell ! Your all like a bunch of kids wanting to open a present on the day before christmas!
That's right Josh.. Like my classroom. If one goes to the potty they all have to go potty. If one gets a Kleenex they all need one and if one sharpens their pencil they will all line up to sharpen their pencil too even if they have a sharpened pencil... Cognitive disonance.. That's what that is.. That's why I like this community so much. Y'all are all like a bunch of kids :laugh:
cipriano
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Sent mine out yesterday afternoon. Had to go to the bank and the post office is 3 doors down.
He promised me it will be there before Christmas. ::) It's the goverment what could go wrong.
Thanks Leroy
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work schedule and grandkids not co-operating - will get it out soon though.
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http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,29532.0.html Here is the link to who has shipped and recieved ;D
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You're right on the ball, Joshy! ;)
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:D Thanks Pat ya I waited to long on the bow trade and had to do allot of sifting through old posts to figure out who shipped and recieved so I figured I would get this one going now! ;D
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Mine is about finished and should go out Saturday. Diego and I made our gift together. Last February when we had a week long freeze two palm trees planted where we attend church died. When they cut the brances off I took them home. We made crosses from them and the palm wrapping. The girls, Diego and I made over 50 crosses from those dead branches and gave them away.
Cipriano
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In July when we camped at the coast another fisherman caught this redfish. It had swallowed the hook and was going to die. The man that caught it was not going to tag it and was going to toss it back. He asked me if I wanted it and I gladly took it. I kept the scales and they make great guitar picks.
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The pick will be on a necklace with the inscription, "Matt 4:19."
Cipriano
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Those are very cool, Cipriano. Kuddos for getting the family involved.
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So, What do elderberry sticks, black walnut shells and deer legs have in common?
One of you will find out soon!
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:-\ Now you got my interest! :D
Josh
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So, What do elderberry sticks, black walnut shells and deer legs have in common?
One of you will find out soon!
And I thought I had a creative idea.. I hope to see pics of this.
Cipriano
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Gonna be away from the computer for a few days :'( If you ship or recieve please post on the thread I started about who has shipped and recieved. thanks
Josh
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well, my present is close to done, its about 42 @................ well i wasn't going to give it away >:D, just tease a little, but its my first non warbow in about 8 months, but its my fasts for it weight by far ;D, hope somebody other than myself will enjoy it
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Got mine all packaged up yesterday, but too late to get it in the mail. Gonna have the wifey get it in the mail on Monday, I'll post on the other link once I know it's in the mail. Now the excitement is building!! dpgratz
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I'm working on part of my gift and I have a question. Which would work better, super glue or 5 minute epoxy? I'm trying to glue stretchy cord inside of a hole drilled in a chunk of antler. The hole doesn't go all the way through the antler.
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Epoxy
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Mr. *%#($*#)#*@!((@*#$( should receive a lovely bow hopefully before Christmas but I think a little bit after Christmas. I will be shipping tomorrow hopefully.
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here's a link to the gift I made.
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,29567.0.html
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Got mine all finished up and in the mail finally! Whew!! Almost didn't make it ;) should be there Thursday before Xmas :)
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Mine is not going to make it out until right after Christmas. I need the break to finish it up.....
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mine will be out before Christmas, but wont arrive in time, i figured my recipient would prefer late and perfect over on time and good
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Dang-it!!!! I don't think I put the letter in the box?? JEFFW
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Shipped Today!
Unfortunately it most likely will not make it before the Jolly Ole Elf's arrival.
Things have been beyond my ability to control for the past month or two...
:)
-gus
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Shipped mine out and only marked PA Christmas on the fedex box ment to put a card in it.
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received my exchange gift today.
it is solstice!
so i opened it!
from polar bear-
wonderful gifts
will enjoy them for many years to come
thanks polar bear!
(http://i878.photobucket.com/albums/ab346/sadiejane9/artifacts/DSCN0841.jpg)
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WOW VERY COOL!!!!! ;D
Josh
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Got a package in the mail!! can't wait to open it and see who it is from and what it is!!! :) :) :) Come on 25th!!
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those are nice sadie, Bub
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And out it went. Now we will have to wait for the answer to the earlier question - What do elderberry sticks, walnut shells and deer legs have in common?, until someone gets whats coming to them.
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Look forward to seeing what it is! I got you marked as shipped
Josh
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Yosemite, i think i know how they relate, the all fit into the same box ::), i'm really curious what is actually is ;)
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WOW!
Miss Sadiejane that is Awesome!
Beautiful Work Polar Bear!
-gus
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Nice work Polar Bear !
Josh don't forget to read the packing slip :)
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Here are the fine knives I got from Bubby.....Thanks again Bubby.
(http://i1182.photobucket.com/albums/x460/beetle_bailey1977/obsidiankniveswsheath.jpg)
(http://i1182.photobucket.com/albums/x460/beetle_bailey1977/obsidianknivesBB.jpg)
(http://i1182.photobucket.com/albums/x460/beetle_bailey1977/obsidianknives.jpg)
Also you will notice the Beetle Bailey he drew on the larger handle. Nice touch.....
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VERY NICE! Great gift!
Josh
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Congratz to the mail for getting them there and 8) 8) good gifts goes out to polar bear and Bubby!
dpgratz
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Howdy All, I'm happy to say I finally got my stuff together and mailed my gifts out today. I won't say anymore except that my recipient made a comment in one of his posts about growing up in Nebraska. I'm a Nebraska native as well, so I used some materials harvested in NE in making my presents.
Ron
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Package came in the mail today and I was truely like a kid at Christmas...my wife was too as she said open it....open it.
Thanks a bunch to WillH for the fine knife and 3 stone points!!! 8)
I got my first deer with stone this year and hope to bloody one of these in the future. I said even the knife!!!!..... and my wife said it was too pretty to get bloody and that I should make a display case for it!!
Again......thanks WillH!!!!!!!!! :)
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Wow very nice! cant go wrong with those!
I finally got my gift shipped out I hope my recipient likes them but after seeing what you guys are getting makes me wish I was more tallented :'(
Josh
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Lowell, ya gotta get it bloody first, can't display it without some patina, very nice 8)
Josh,know what'd be a cool gift to everyone, finish the build-a-long >:D, no, seriouslly finish the build-a-long :laugh:, Bub
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Ill finish it someday ::) Like I said been busy with making christmas gifts for my sisters 4 boys (sling shots), making gifts for my dad, brother inlaw grandparents, my best buddy, my wifes dad and trying to finish up a couple kids bows and arrows for the neighbor kids before christmas! Wouldnt it be nice to have the money to just go out and buy them on gifts in a single days shopping spree lol, all the while going out of town to visit friends and other family and then blessed to be stuck at home durring the day with my 2 year old being a mister mom ;D I should be able to get going on it next week so that should be plenty of time for you guys to give me crap about slacking on it lol ;) ;D
Josh
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yeah Josh, I'm in the same boat as you :laugh:
take your time and enjoy what life through's at you, Bub
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Thanks Bub ;D
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Howdy Folks, Some nice gifts being posted. I received mine gift today from northernsport. It.s a primitive choker that will go well with my Lakota outfit. I'll take some good pictures to post in a day or two. Ron
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Ron, would you like to show the outfit?
Merry X- Mas
Uwe
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Ok - Now I get it! I thought that we were exchanging with the person we were given the address to ship to. That would have been way too easy! My wife said I got something from Lowell today in the mail and she can hardly wait to see what is inside.
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Awsome yosemite! I got you marked of on the list! Thanks and I look forward to seeing what you got!
Josh
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Uwe- My Lakota costume is a 'work in progress'. I'll see what I can do to show it off.
Northernsport- I left town without getting any pictures taken (darn holiday rush). Pics will have to wait a a week. Ron
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When I got home my family was not yet home from errands in town. I was cooking dinner when they got home so I made them wait until after dinner to see what was in Lowells box. The Airplane weather vane according to my 3.5yo granddaughter "It's pretty." It is a beautiful piece of work. Now I just got to figure out where to put it up. There are pics of it earlier in this thread - I will add some more after I get it up somewhere around the house.
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Merry Christmas
I open my gift this morning from Pat B
It was that awesome possibles bag he posted earlier this month with the snake skin inserts. This thing is super nice.
Thanks Pat
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Glad you like it TJ. Depending on your attitude at the time it can either be a possibles bag or a purse. ;D
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Wait! "Its a European shoulder bag!"
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;D
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Glad you like it TJ. Depending on your attitude at the time it can either be a possibles bag or a purse. ;D
;D
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I will wear it with pride no matter what it is called. It will go well with the other one you made for me. 1 for possibles and 1 for black powder gear
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Hope you all had a great Christmas.
I recieved my gift from Rick Wallace. It was so awsome when I opened it. Inside was a letter from rick explaining about the gift, also a very nice Christmas card from his family to mine. The gift was a set of 4 knives that he made for "butchering critters" which I do alot of so these very nice hand made knives will come in very handy. Also they have bark sheaths that rick also made, rolled up in a burlap pouch that says, "Made in USA". Thank you so much Rick.
I hoped my recipient would get his gift by Christmas, but I saw he posted today, so it must not have made it.
Will post pics soon.
Thanks again Rick for the fine gift.
Tell Riley
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Glad you like them Tell! It was fun making them,and participating in the exchange!!
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i got to open my gift from Uwe , pair of beautiful and comfortable mocs. thanks so much for the kicks Uwe ;D
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Sweet they look like a good fit!
Josh
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Those are awesome!
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Those are cool. 8) dpgratz
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Hey clan,
Just got a neat gift from Ron in San Jose(don't know his user name). A scalping knife in a great rawhide sheath with handle slabs from my old playground in Nebraska. My wife took notice when I told her that a scalping knife had come to me in the mail!
Also a unique gift that puzzled my brain until Ron explained it to me-an arrow rake made from an arrow shaft and a nice turned wood handle and the "pick" is a piece of antler. I can use it to scratch around for my arrows that tunnel under grass and leaves. Really a neat idea-fits in a quiver so it can go along every time.
Great thing too was that Ron and I had a connection throught the great area of Western Nebraska and he put some thought into doing something nice for me. I will try to get some picks up in a day or so. You folks will really appreciate the work.
Thanks again Ron!
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Kpete sounds very cool! Look forward to pictures!
Josh
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@ Ken 75: glad they gonna fit ya. 2 measurings trough www. and they seem to fit like a second skin.
Thats great! Didn`t know to bead it, so I only did a little with ponybeads as it was in the old days, when beads were seldom.
Glad you like them.
Uwe
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Now I have a reason to build a fire!! Cracker sent me a hand made fire poker that is just beautiful!! Plenty long and heavy duty,just a perfect gift!! Thanks cracker,ill use the fire out of it!!! he he he !! still aint got a new camera,,soon as I can get one of the kids over here ill post pictures! wheres that kindlin,,,,,,,,,,,,,???
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SWEET! I could use that right now!
Josh
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I made these for the christmas exchange,the cholla knife is brazilian agate,with a osage end cap,and a walnut and cedar stand.The neck knife is from some coral I got from josh.
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WOW those are nice!! hope there coming my way ;D great work!
Josh
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That is some awesome work !!
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nice job snakeman! both are beauts.
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Finally getting some time to work on my item. I'll get it finished up this weekend and sent out this week sometime.
Hint: it's made from wood and stone and might bring in dinner if you use it right.
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Thought i'd post a pic of the gift i made for polar bear. Hammer-grip style atlatl with paduak and purple heart scales. Enjoy.
jon
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OK, I finally got a chance to get a pic uploaded of what BearG sent me. Thanks for the bags, they both look great. I can tell you put a lot of work and time into them. I have already loaded the possibles bag and its ready to go.
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Incredible gifts you all are making. Outstanding talents in this community
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I agree those are looking awsome!!!! :o
Josh
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I got home last night from Christmas vacation (spent it much warmer down south) and had a box waiting for me from Tell (Rileyconcrete). It was a very nice knife with maple burl scales and a sheath. It fits perfect in the hand and will get much use. Tell is a true craftsman!
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Awesome! That knife is a beauty!
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Nice knife. I like that point where the blade and handle come together. Classy! That sheath will only look cooler the more you wear/use it. 8) dpg
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I agree that is awsome!
Josh
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I got some really cool arrows points and blounts from Bowtarist.Ronnie
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cool! did you get those arrows too? They are real nice.
Jon
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NICE!
Josh
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Great work Bear I hope you get my name next year. Ron
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Thanks for posting Ronnie. My camera was down then and I never got a pic of that stuff.
And thanks to elktracker Josh for the 357 mag. casings that all those points are made with. ;D
cracker got a jar of pickles too, you ever try them?
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Yes Sir!
There are some Mighty Fine Artistic Works being shown!
Mighty Fine!
That is an Awesome Badger Bag Madcrow, Great Work BearG! :)
-gus
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Snake man got his present from TJ (Nugget) and he told me to tell you thanks a bunch he really loves the quiver, necklace, and deer jerky you sent him. :) Here he is with everything. Thanks! We both really want your marinade recipe... that is some of the best deer jerky we have ever ate. Merry Christmas! :) :)
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Thanks for posting Ronnie. My camera was down then and I never got a pic of that stuff.
And thanks to elktracker Josh for the 357 mag. casings that all those points are made with. ;D
cracker got a jar of pickles too, you ever try them?
Heck yeah I tried em and I couldn't quit trying them in fact I tried em till they were all gone I had pickles with about four straight meals. Thanks a bunch The arrows are way cool and the pickles were delicious.
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Cool great gift there snakeman! Wish I could have tried that jerky!! I could use the quiver too! Nice gift
Josh
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Sorry this took me so long. just got my camera working. Here is the butchering set that Rick Wallace sent me.
It will be very handy next fall. thanks again Rick.
Hope you really enjoy that knife Hobow.
Tell Riley
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Well I guess I cant post pictures because I cant pass the security. Maybe Rick Wallace has some photos he can post for me?
Never have been able to put pics up since the new style website.
Tell
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Didnt take any Tell,, I didnt even think about it till it was sent.
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Hey Tell, you can upload them to photobucket and then copy the image code into the body of a post on here. I've done it that way since the format change without any issues.
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Tell if you need to e mail them to me and I can get them up here for you, I do it with photobucket as well.
Josh
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My mail box is a half mile from the house and it is a big mail box too so when the mail carrier comes to the house I know it is something good. ;D Well, today is no exception. This is what showed up at my house today...
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It is a colapsable camp chair from Buckeye Guy(Guy Dasher). Looks like it is made from cherry(Guy corrected me) and very well made and very comfortable to sit in. Thank you so much Guy. I will cherish this chair and use it often. 8)
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Thats a very cool chair! Great gift guy! And thanks again for stepping up to make two gifts for this exchange and helping a brother in need out!!
Josh
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Yes Guy, Thanks for your extra effort. 8)
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Recieved a box in the mail today. From Ben Cummingham-Summerfield aka. YosemiteBen
Three native american games and a book.
Hand game set - Deer leg bones
Stave game set- Elderberry sticks
Walnut dice set- Black walnut shells
This will be a great adventure learning these games
Thank you very much
Leroy
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That is cool! I am interested in these games as well I may have to try to find some info on them! Great gift! should be fun!
Josh
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Now you all now what elderberry sticks, black walnut shells and deer legs have in common - they were all used for gambling games by California NDNs!
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;D
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My gift will go out on Monday.
-Bamboo Fulte in F
-Buckeye Hearth
-Buckeye Handrill
-Buckeye Bowdrill
-Fatwood wrapped in Jute and dipped in Beeswax.
-Firesteel
Hope ****** enjoys it!
Thanks
Tenbrook
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Cool!
Josh
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Great work Bear I hope you get my name next year. Ron
Sir If you need a bag let me know and you will have one at the classic.
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To be honest I didn't make the badger bag, I traded for it. And thought it would be a nice extra gift. I did make sur to take notes on how it was put together.
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Finishing up the handle on mine and just have to sew up the sheath tonight. Will go in the mail this week. Hopefully post up some pictures before I ship it out.
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Stingray look forward to pics! ;D
Josh
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Mine's supposed to ship today. I'm out of town so my wife is doing it for me. I'll let you know for sure when I hear from her.
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Sounds good let me know.
Josh
How is everyone else coming allong? Getting close now ;D
Josh
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i just need to package, i meant to do it this weekend, but procrastinatd too much
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i just need to package, i meant to do it this weekend, but procrastinatd too much
Thanks for the update fish
Josh
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Well I just recieved my gift from (Hawkbow) :) I never recieved a note with it so I am not sure what draw length or weight is but it appears to be a short Oak board bow with a snake skin backing. The string appears to be artificial sinew. I included some pictures of the bow after unwrapping it and will have to wait untill tonight to get a full draw after I find out what the full draw is?? I havent gone any further than braceing it untill I hear from Hawkbow so I will wait for that as well. Nice little bow Hawkbow and thank you very much!
Unbraced profile
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belly shot
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Grip
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snake skin back
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braced profile
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string knocks
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Thanks again and im glad the waiting and anticipation is over :)
Josh
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So I got the money shot of the bow Hawkbow sent me, I still dont know what draw length was intended but I figured 21" wasnt to much to ask for this size bow :) Still not possitive on the draw weight but it feels like about 20# @ 21"
My best smile!
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21" draw
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Thanks again Hawkbow!
Josh
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SWEET PICS JOSH! Nice lookin' bow too. ;D ;D
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here are the gifts I made for my recipient. Dreamcatcher and stone/antler knife. I traded my buddy Erik for the blade and I hafted it to antler with home made pine pitch and sinew. I also made the stand from walnut and antler. :)
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Real nice work, Josh! 8)
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What Pat said now I'm all envious. Ron
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Yep I am pushing mine down to the wire....I did not intend to do that but that is how things worked out. Putting on the finishing touches and plan to ship it on Friday.
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Josh, thanks for posting the pics of what you sent me. Ive had trouble getting a computer that I can post pics on. ussually Im on a 1st gen Ipad so I cant get pics off my camera on to it. My gift will go out Saturday now matter what. Joel
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cool, anytime Joel. Glad you like your gifts! :)
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Hawk has been working out of town for some time now! I can tell you some of the information about the bow. We all made one of these horse bows while at a pow wow in Texas with Ramblin Randy! It should draw @ 21" and am surprised at the low poundage. Randy has killed more deer and hogs than anyone I know and lots of them were killed with one of his short draw horse bows. I sinued mine and it has a very tough draw weight. The snake skin is a real story. We were returning to camp in a pickup when this huge snake crossed the road in front of us and went into the thick brush. Hawk and another fellow jumped out of the back and with a flash light followed the snake into the brush. Hawk shot it square through the head with a very ugly stone point I had given him. The snakes mouth was propped open by the blade and arrow shaft. Was an unbelievable sight. That skin would have made a backing for three of those horse bows. Stacey Huston has some pictures of the snakes head! On another note, I have elk hunted all those hills around the Tillamook area and several years around Reedsport! Thanks for the effort to put all this exchange together. It must have been frustration at times. A/Ho Joe
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Thanks for the info Wolf watcher I really appretiate it! I havent had the bow on a scale yet I am just going by how it felt compared to some of the bows I have made and I know there draw weight, I dont mind having a lighter weight bow at all I have shot about 50 shots out of it and my wife has shot about the same she really likes it because of the lighter draw weight, it shoots really well and I am honored to now own it. Thats a pretty cool story on the snake skin thanks for shareing. I really enjoy hunting the area around here as there is always lots of action, thanks again for the info If you hear from Hawk let him know I really like the bow!
Josh
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Howdy, I received my gifts ~ 2 weeks ago and then left on vacation. I've been back a while, but I've been a little slow getting pic taken and posted. Northernsport made up a sort of macrame choker that includes a muskrat skull and the mandibles from a mink. I doubt I'll wear it every day, but I think it goes well with my Lakota type outfit. Then just cause he grabbed a knife and a couple of decals of the shelf and threw them in the box, too.
The knife isn't homemade, but I'll find a use for it. After all how many of us on this forum can say "I have too many knives"? Now how many can say it with a straight face?(http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc270/May-Pumphrey/IMG_0275.jpg)(http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc270/May-Pumphrey/IMG_0285.jpg)(http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc270/May-Pumphrey/IMG_0286.jpg)
Ron
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i know i can't, i couldn't even think it with a straight face
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That little necklace is pretty cool looking! I think Id wear that thing all day long ;D imagine the looks you would get a safeway lol Thanks for posting!
Josh
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Finally got pics of my cool fire poker from cracker!!
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live action !
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works great!! thanks again cracker!!
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Yes Sir,
That is a Fine looking piece of Twisted Iron!
I like the Hook and Prod layout!
:)
-gus
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Thats a sweet looking poker!
Josh
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Thats a sweet looking poker!
Josh
Thats what s,,,,,,,,,,never mind haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!
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you couldn't resist could you ;D
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you couldn't resist could you ;D
no,,,,,,, :-[
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don't worry i have a feeling allot of people thought the same ;)
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:)
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You guys need to get your minds out of the gutter ;D it is a fine poker!
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I know,,,,, ::) !!!!! haaaaaaaaaaaaa!!
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so, has anyone not sent out their gift?
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I have the who has shipped and recieved list updated as far as I know so let me know if I am missing you for shipping or recieving after you look at it. Thanks
Josh
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Hi Josh,
Make another update and make an "R" behind. Have received my share from Tattoo Dave yesterday.
Many thanks
Uwe
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Just wanted to give everyone a sneak peak of what I'll be shipping out tomorrow. Hopefully the recipient likes this neck knife. It's only my second attempt at a knife. Full disclosure I didn't make the blade myself, not well enough along yet with those skills. I did make the handle and the sheath for it though. Enjoy.
~Barry
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That looks great!
Someone is gonna be real happy. ;D
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Meant to get some photos up sooner.
But my time is not my own of late. :)
Thank You Again Almostpighunter!!!
This is One Heck of a Fine Quiver!!!
The only problem is my oldest boy Orion, seems to think its HIS quiver... :)
-gus
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Thats very nice!
Josh
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looks like you could carry him in that quiver ;D
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I've been slack about getting this pic up, but here are the points I got from bareshaft12. As you can see, I've got enough stone to fling around for a good long while. Thanks again!
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Thats awsome!
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Thats awsome!
DIDO, SWEET GIFT!!
dpgratz
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Heck Yes!!!
Very Nice Box O Points!
-gus
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;D ok finaly got some pics. Heres the Knife sent to me by BeetleBaily. and heres some pics of mfkdjdhfu's gift sent it out today hope he likes it. >:D
Katt
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>:D Couple more >:D
Katt
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Nice knife and that bow looks sweet! Very nice profile and tiller! Well done Katt, that bow will be well worth the wait! Can you give us any specs on it?
Josh
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Looks Awesome Katt!!
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;) Ill wait to give specs till ngkdfjuyf gets it. >:D That way i dont spoil the surprise. LOL Thanks to Josh and everyone else who helped for again setting up a great trade.
Katt
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Nice bow Wildkatt.....I like it.
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Yes Sir Mr. Katt!
Sweet Knife!
And a Good looking piece of Yeller Wood!
-gus
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Got me a sweet osage character bow from fishfinder401 today, one pic on page 11 of shipping and receiving thread. Been out shooting it, all I can say is AWESOME! I'll try to get more pics up later. Thanks Again Noel, shoots great, fast and accurate. dpgratz
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I woke up this afternoon and noticed a long package on the front porch. I busted through the door and I found this.
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I thought for sure that what was inside was surely broken. I picked it up and the package was almost ripped in half at the bend. I slowly peeked inside expecting the worse, but was suprised to find an intact bow limb. I finished tearing the package apart and pulled out a beautiful Native American style bow from Mark Anderson. It has a turkey beard on one nock and some bead/antler work with a turkey feather on the handle. This is my first NA style bow and I love it. I am the only one home today so I couldn't get a FD shot.
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I am new around here and I see all the generous gifts people make for each other. What a good group of people! I can not wait to make my trade bow for someone. We need for it to be feb 14 so I can get my receivers stats so I can get started!!!!!!!
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Nice bow outlaw, Great gift! Well done mark!
I agree paul I cant wait for the 14th!
Josh
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Osage outlaw....that is a fine bow. Glad it was not damaged.
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Awesome outlaw! Since you were the only one home, I bet you got to shoot at your leisure for the rest of the afternoon. Sweet! dpgratz
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Awesome outlaw! Since you were the only one home, I bet you got to shoot at your leisure for the rest of the afternoon. Sweet! dpgratz
No shooting :( Had to head back into work.
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Awesome outlaw! Since you were the only one home, I bet you got to shoot at your leisure for the rest of the afternoon. Sweet! dpgratz
No shooting :( Had to head back into work.
:o OUCH! :'( :'(
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Very nice!! in response to that pkg being torn,I recieved 3 different pkgs this last season from all over ,all torn and banged up,,seems the post office needs some new quality control officers,,,,,,,