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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Carson (CMB) on April 03, 2013, 12:33:01 am

Title: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Carson (CMB) on April 03, 2013, 12:33:01 am: Here is an osage longbow I just finished for a guy in Washington state. He wanted a simple osage longbow. Just wood and a string. He also wanted some primitive arrows. Stone points on fir shafts. The points were knapped by Stringman (thanks Scott!). Thanks for looking.

48# @ 28" draw
65" ntn
lower limb is 1 3/4" shorter than upper limb.
3/8" + tiller
couple coats of shellac during finish sanding

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Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: hbbows on April 03, 2013, 12:38:56 am: nice, I especially like the obsidian points.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Badly Bent on April 03, 2013, 12:41:01 am: I like it Carson, especially that front profile and the subtle knotty character on the back. Nice clean work on the nocks too.
I'd be real happy with that bow.
You make some artistic arrows also my friend.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Weylin on April 03, 2013, 01:29:17 am: Looks great, Bro! For a simple bow it sure is a looker and that tiller is a lovely sight. I'm sure he'll be really happy with that. The arrows are amazing looking.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: RyanY on April 03, 2013, 01:43:17 am: Doesn't get much better than that. So beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Bryce on April 03, 2013, 02:04:43 am: Perfect tiller, very elegant.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: rossfactor on April 03, 2013, 02:05:53 am: Man, I agree with Ryan. That's really elegant, a perfect hunting bow!

Nice backdrop of yew logs. You threw that in just to tease us huh? Great job, the recipient will be very very happy.

Gabe
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: osage outlaw on April 03, 2013, 02:56:28 am: Nice job on that bow Carson. I like seeing yew guys posting osage bows.

I like the car in the background.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Pappy on April 03, 2013, 06:26:30 am: Very nice bow and arrows tiller looks dead on,did you leave the sap on or is it backed with rawhide or something. :-\
Pappy
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: mikekeswick on April 03, 2013, 06:52:12 am: Lovely!
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Post by: SLIMBOB on April 03, 2013, 08:46:47 am: Nice work Carson. Love the simple bows.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: PEARL DRUMS on April 03, 2013, 09:00:11 am: Nice kit Carson.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: nathan elliot on April 03, 2013, 09:02:54 am: That makes me want to pick it up and pull it! Sweet looking setup all round.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: lesken2011 on April 03, 2013, 09:07:39 am: Sweet piece of work, Carson. Really nice bend, too!!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Stringman on April 03, 2013, 09:52:20 am: The difference between a craftsman and a worker is that a craftsman pays attention to the details. Every aspect of an item receives the same high level of finish and nothing is left at good enough. That set came from the hands of a craftsman! Nice job, Carson!

Scott
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Olanigw (Pekane) on April 03, 2013, 10:07:52 am: I like those arrows.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Dvshunter on April 03, 2013, 10:22:10 am: Nice looking bow. Very fine work.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: blackhawk on April 03, 2013, 10:23:27 am: Sweet!! :)
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Parnell on April 03, 2013, 10:32:57 am: Really enjoy looking at the bow and pictures. Simply beautiful. Great tiller!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: steelslinger on April 03, 2013, 11:15:45 am: I really like the pair. Simple, but the quality of craftsmanship is outstanding.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Carson (CMB) on April 03, 2013, 11:49:43 am: Thanks everyone for the very kind words. I just want to point out again that those obsidian points were knapped by Scott (Stringman). I only dream of being able to knapp like that! I really do enjoy hafting them.

Quote from: rossfactor on April 03, 2013, 02:05:53 am
Nice backdrop of yew logs. You threw that in just to tease us huh?
Gabe

Gabe, wasn't my intention to tease you with the yew logs backdrop... I just couldn't find a surface in the backyard that wasn't covered with yew logs ;)

Quote from: Pappy on April 03, 2013, 06:26:30 am
Very nice bow and arrows tiller looks dead on,did you leave the sap on or is it backed with rawhide or something. :-\
Pappy

No backing or sapwood on this puppy, Pappy. I think it is just the light in that one pic, that looks like it has a whitish backing.

Quote from: osage outlaw on April 03, 2013, 02:56:28 am
Nice job on that bow Carson. I like seeing yew guys posting osage bows.

I like the car in the background.

Thanks Clint. One day at the range with 4 other Oregon bowyers, I suddenly realized that we were all shooting Osage bows... so yeah, I guess we like the stuff ;D

That is the neighbors car. A 1934 Hut mobile 8).

Thanks again everyone for the very nice comments.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: snag on April 03, 2013, 11:50:32 am: Love the tips Carson. I'm going to split some 5yr old osage this weekend....some will be coming your way.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Carson (CMB) on April 03, 2013, 11:54:29 am: Quote from: snag on April 03, 2013, 11:50:32 am
Love the tips Carson. I'm going to split some 5yr old osage this weekend....some will be coming your way.

Snag, you sure know how to make me feel like a kid at Christmas again!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: snag on April 03, 2013, 12:28:04 pm: Fun, huh? haha Got to have something to look forward to. The problem with this piece of osage is it is straight and no pin knots...kind of boring for someone with your skills. But somehow I think you two will get along just fine!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Zion on April 03, 2013, 12:46:07 pm: That is an awesome bow and arrows. Screw all the complicated stuff! Those are NICE pieces of work man!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: rps3 on April 03, 2013, 02:28:42 pm: Very well done.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Carson (CMB) on April 03, 2013, 07:38:47 pm: Thanks Zion, and rps3.

Dave, another boring straight clean stave?! OK, I guess. ;) Thanks.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Mickey on April 03, 2013, 07:59:59 pm: The essence of primitive archery. really nice work!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: JW_Halverson on April 03, 2013, 08:05:09 pm: Bows like this are why Primitive Archer Magazine needs a centerfold. 'Nuff said.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Trapper Rob on April 03, 2013, 08:06:18 pm: Nice work Carson everything looks good.
Rob
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Carson (CMB) on April 03, 2013, 08:08:38 pm: Thanks Mickey, and Trapper Rob. JW..I dont know what to say. Cracking me up as usual. Thanks.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: JW_Halverson on April 03, 2013, 08:17:35 pm: I wasn't cracking wise. Serious as a heart attack. This bow would make a great centerfold.

I can't wait to see the photos in this fall's hunting threads when this bow struts her stuff for serious!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: bubby on April 03, 2013, 08:19:53 pm: sweet kit,great work all around, I just sent stringman some points in a trade and sent them with some trepidation knowing the quality he puts out, lucky for me he drew my name too
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Stringman on April 03, 2013, 09:44:13 pm: Thanks Bubby, but this ain't about me. ;)

Carson just let me know if you run out. I'm finally gettin serious on that yew stick you sent me. Might have it bending by the weekend.

Scott
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Josh B on April 03, 2013, 11:15:25 pm: That is some kinda fine work Carson! I do like em simple and uncluttered. This is definitely in keeping with the quality of work I expect to see from you. Josh
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: steve b. on April 04, 2013, 12:04:14 am: Yea, Carson, all of it is totally pro. The arrows don't get any better. I would kill for a dozen. And that's the right tiller for split finger.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: lostarrow on April 04, 2013, 12:45:22 am: Beauty! Nice car too!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: mwosborn on April 04, 2013, 01:05:31 am: Yep - a very nice set of bow and arrows - somebody is going to be pleased. Excellent work man!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: TRACY on April 04, 2013, 07:01:37 am: Nice and simple Osage! Scott, excellent job on those points and great job Carson on the bow and arrowsmithing. Wintu style Scott?

Tracy
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Stringman on April 04, 2013, 09:57:45 am: Those in the pic are more kahokia style.

Scott
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Tom Leemans on April 04, 2013, 10:34:02 am: Often times, simpler is better. :D
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Carson (CMB) on April 04, 2013, 12:12:44 pm: Thanks again JW. I am hoping the new owner puts it to work.

Thanks Bubby, that is a lucky coincidence you drew eachother's names. Scott turns out some very nice points.

Scott, looks like I will be needing some more here pretty soon. I will let you know.

Thanks Josh.

Steve, you don't have to kill for a doz. You know I sell them ;)

Thanks lostarrow, Osborn, Tracy, and Tom.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: k-hat on April 04, 2013, 02:33:02 pm: She reminds me of that girl in high school/college who could show up in whatever, with no makeup, and hair just put up in a ponytail and look drop-dead gorgeous. One sweet lady you got there. The arrows are awesome to boot.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: coaster500 on April 04, 2013, 02:39:54 pm: Excellent!!!

Sweet and simple :)

NOW how do I get on of those logs ;)
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: simson on April 05, 2013, 02:13:56 am: Looks superb! Absolute clean tiller, like the nocks!
And the arrows - a dream!
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Carson (CMB) on April 05, 2013, 01:28:19 pm: Thanks Coaster. What logs? I don't see any logs. ;) I need to get splitting and see what I actually have on my hands.

Thank you Simson.
Title: Re: Simple Osage longbow and stone tipped arrows
Post by: Buffalogobbler on May 06, 2013, 03:36:32 pm: Cool bow, simple is nice.
Elegant lines.

Kevin