Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Pat B on August 28, 2012, 05:32:30 pm
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Now I have a favor to ask. The bow Blackhawk is building is going to England. I don't think it would be fair for Chris to have to pay for shipping since he is building the bow. When we find out how much the shipping and shipping container(PVC) is is going to cost I would like to take up a collection to pay for it all. I'm in for part of it myself. Once I find out a total we can work out the details. Until then...thanks to everyone involved in this years bow trade. Collectiverly, this is the best group of folks I know and feel privledged to call them all friend.
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I'd be happy to chip in a few $$ Pat. Let me know
Tattoo Dave
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Count me in. Hit me with a pm on how much you need from me. Willing to cover the whole cost if necessary.
-Bryce
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a few $$ a person would make it easy on everyone, let me know what ya need, i can prolly dig out a few $$, Bub
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sent you a pm Pat.
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I can help out
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I'm in.... pm sent
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Yep im in ;)let me know
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Check the length restrictions before you finish the bow, you might have to make it a takedown if I remember right.
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Thanks everyone. When I find out the total cost I'll let you all know.
I'll look into that Eddie. Thanks for the heads up.
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I say screw 'em, he can pay his own fee's!Tightwad Union rat anyways!
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The site I went to said max length 60" Max length and girth 108" From US to England
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Well dang,then I better stop right now...I just whipped a 66" stave to floor tiller so I can heat shape it this week,then finish it off after the holiday weekend when I get back home. So that's no longer than a 60" package? Well that stinks,and bites the big one.
Was that for airfare pat? What about lenghts for shipping by boat? It'll be slower n cheaper,but maybe longer lenghts are allowable?? Looks like I need to do some homework and answers before I continue.
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Chris, lets see what others say here that have shipped to England. I posted on the War Bow thread for shipping info also. Try to figure what size shipping tube, length and girth and approx weight, you will need to ship it safely as the bow stands now. I can calculate from the USPS website.
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Yeah,I can't stop working this stave anyways cus I'm havin too much fun with it to stop >:D
If we can't get a one piece bow there because of customs rules,then maybe one of the england guys can take the reins.? Seems silly ya can't get a one piece bow across there border. At one time you couldn't bring a ship to port in without having a certain amount of full length bow staves...lol :laugh:
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Yea, I sent Del billets because the shipping was prohibitive on a stave. Weirdly, it isn't that way coming back, he sent a regular stave to the US for less than I spent. Maybe blackhawk could finish the bow except for the handle and then one of the rest of us could make it a takedown. It isn't as hard to cut somebody else's bow in half. ;)
George
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Sounds like you might have to convert it to a takedown, Blackhawk!! ;)
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me thinks takedown is cool but not necessary unless intended
ive shipped many a bicycle to europe over the years(not as long as a bow but overall dimensions much greater)
it can be done
just check all the carriers before ya make that decision imho
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I think if we have enough folks throwin in the pot,then it won't be too big a deal to cover the expense?
In any event I just long string tillered it to 50@24 and its ready to be heat shaped >:D....but I gotta stop and go take care of some business....no messin around with this one...crankin it out >:D
And its gonna be a slight bendy,so no cuttin this thing in half.
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I have a take down sleeve I will donate but I don't have the time to install it....thats why I still have it! ::)
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I think if we have enough folks throwin in the pot,then it won't be too big a deal to cover the expense?
In any event I just long string tillered it to 50@24 and its ready to be heat shaped >:D....but I gotta stop and go take care of some business....no messin around with this one...crankin it out >:D
And its gonna be a slight bendy,so no cuttin this thing in half.
What business? Wash your SuperBowyer cape or what? .......................The clock is ticking slow poke....................
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I think if we have enough folks throwin in the pot,then it won't be too big a deal to cover the expense?
In any event I just long string tillered it to 50@24 and its ready to be heat shaped >:D....but I gotta stop and go take care of some business....no messin around with this one...crankin it out >:D
And its gonna be a slight bendy,so no cuttin this thing in half.
What business? Wash your SuperBowyer cape or what? .......................The clock is ticking slow poke....................
Like talking serious with a guy selling my old house type business ;)
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Niiiiice......
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The shipping deals with the length, they won't haggle, it'll come back. I didn't remember how long, but 60" sounds right. And I think it was regular mail for about $25, and don't forget to fill out the Customs paper work for Arts and Craft supplies or the reciepiant will pay a fortune in custom taxes. And don't insure it.
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Count me in for part of the shipping. Just let me know when and where to send it.
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In.
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count me in... more than happy to contribute...
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Hey it may be expensive but we gotta lot of guys and gals willing to chip in. Don't cut
the damn thing just give us a dollar amount. I'm in for that.
Lane
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Count me in for my share as well.
From what I have seen in so many aspects of the bow swap we have a top notch group of people here. On so many of the bows you hear of a bow made of a stave from so and so, with fancy tips from so and so, grip material from so and so, with help from so and so... This is just one more example of that generosity that is so abundant here. Simply awesome!
-Dan
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I'm happy to chip in. Let me know what I should give.
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I'm in.
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Pat, I sent 4 full size hard maple "sticks" to Dragonman a year or so ago. They were 68" long and the 4 were bundled together, The shipping was 102 dollars. But dragonman paid through the nose for a customs fee at his end.
Like Mullet said though, make sure to have the post office give a customs declaration, make sure to fill it out. Also make sure to wrap that baby with lots of plastic wrap or such.....cause it can sit on the dock for awhile till they let the recipient know to come and get it.
rich
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Pat, count me in as well
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Here's my contribution so far.... ;D got her all shaped up this eve...won't be able to touch it again till next week.
(http://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x436/blackhawk28/2012-08-29_18-27-05_39.jpg)
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I think I see what you have in mind......I like it.
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Sadie Jane suggested checking with other carriers besides USPS. I haven't had a chance to do so but I will look into it. We probablt have enough volenteers to cover the cost. Once I figure how much I will get back to y'all.
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HERE'S A LITTLE HEHEPL
I ship all my staves and bows in carpet center tubes.
I get mine from a carbet installment store. There 4 inch a carbet tube cutinto ships 2 bows or staves. There 1/4 thick I just carboard and duck tabe the ends shut.
I'm a regure at the post offic.
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Pat check with UPS and FED EX. I recall another thread about shipping and people said they do longer lengths than USPS. Probably cost more but looks like lots of people offered help on this one. Might be less hassle for the receiver on the other end too with customs through one of those carriers.
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I got the dimensions and approx weight from Chris. (68" x 3" PVE pipe weighing approx 10# counting the PVC). I searched on line some today but came up with no idea of package regs, etc. I will call on Monday and see what I can find out.
I'm still not sure what the best way to get the shipping money to Chris. I guess we could each send a check or actual money. Someone suggested a Pay Pal account. I've never dealt with Pay Pal but if anyone wants to handle that they are welcomed to do so. As soon as I find out a shipping, etc amount we can figure out the rest.
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I can help with some money.
Chris if you want to skin it let me know. I'm about caught up in that regard and I may be able to help with that.
Cipriano
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It seems length is the issue. Girth seem pretty liberal. Put the bow/pvc pipe in a rectangle box diagonally corner to opposite corner. Wahlah, you get a 68" bow/pvc pipe in a 60" box.
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I'm in.PM me on payment destination details.I'm not sure but I think Marc St. Louis has made and sent war bows to Europe.I could be wrong.I'll PM him to find out.
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>:D im in let me know.
Katt
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I got a quote today. FedEx is the cheapest. For express service, 2 day delivery, it will cost $139.04 and for regular service, 4 days, $122.99. This quote is from a local company that deals with all three(USPS,UPS,FedEX) carriers. The quote was searched from Brevard, NC. I'll contact Chris and have him check from his hometown to see if it is the same. He will be sending the package so he will have to check it out there.
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I'm in, Pat. Just let me know. I have a package going out to Chris anyway and I can just put the check in with it.
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I am happy to chip in as well. Please advise.
Russ
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When it gets shipped, drop[ a note in and ask him when he is going to send mine. ??? I was told it was being shipped 24 hour shipping a few weeks ago.
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Yes Sir,
I'd be happy to chip in.
-gus
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Eddie, I got an email from your builder and he said he plans to send it out this week. He is supposed to contact you and me after he ships. I'll let you know when I hear from him.
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I just got a message from an anonymus donor who is mailing me a check to cover the total cost of shipping this bow to England...and no was not an option! This is just one more example of the generosity of our family members.
I'll work out the details with Chris(Blackhawk) and will let y'all know when the bow has been shipped.
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it never ceases to amaze me the generosity of people here
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that is way cool, and like 99% of the people a stand up dude, Bub
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You mean I have been saving these 2 dollars for nothing.....sheeesh. ::)?
Is this a cool bunch to hang with or what?
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That's great news. Thanks to whoever the donor is.
I think you should wait until you have proof that he has shipped a bow to Eddie before sending one his way. It seems like he has been giving conflicting information.
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Thank you sir who ever you might be :)
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before i even joined this forum i could tell that it was full of the most generous gentlemen around the world. willing to provide a wide variety of knowledge, also there own time and money, to spread the art, skill, and joy of bowyery.
and this donor is one of those gentlemen, along with everyone else who was willing to chip in. so that a man across the ocean could receive a beautiful, hand crafted bow.
Pat everyone here knows how much time you put into prowling this forum and taking care of business. making sure this place runs smooth.
thanks you for your time, and wealth of knowledge.
much respect to all of you.
-Pinecone
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:o WOW...it can't be said enough..what a great community here.
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PM sent, Chris.