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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Parnell on August 05, 2013, 08:32:29 pm

Title: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Parnell on August 05, 2013, 08:32:29 pm
This is a "make me an offer" stave I pickedup from KerryB 2 years ago at The Classic.  The stave was thin ringed and had a knot and deflex kink in the middle.  I began work on it in the spring and took it to Pappy's where I did some work on it, not too much though. ;D  I  took my time chasing the ring and I've found this bow to be super. I've got about 48# at 26".  It's 49.5" from the nocks and 50.5" overall.  I've thought of sinew backing it, but it shoots real well and I don't think I'll mess with it.  I've got other bows that will need the sinew. 

Been awhile since I've posted.  Need to put up some stuff that I've meant to.

Anyhow, I'll try to get some finish on it and my favorite cotton string handle grip in the next couple days. 
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked
Post by: BOWMAN53 on August 05, 2013, 08:39:11 pm
i wanna see that one full draw. i only draw my 49" shortie to 23" and its sinew backed, makes me wanna see how far i can take it.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked
Post by: osage outlaw on August 05, 2013, 08:58:07 pm
That's a cool little bow.  I'm with Bowman, where is the full draw pic?   Nice work Parnell!
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked
Post by: Parnell on August 05, 2013, 08:58:47 pm
My wife is down from surgery, but got a friend stopping by in a few.  I'll have him get the fd photo.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked
Post by: burn em up chuck on August 05, 2013, 09:24:12 pm
   nice to hear from you, i wish for things to be better for you and yours. it was a pleasure to meet you at the classic. nice work by the way. don't wait so long next time.

                                                                            chuck
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked
Post by: half eye on August 05, 2013, 09:30:47 pm
Now that sir, is a bow. Save the sinew for the hounds. Absolutely ideal for a eastern woodlands huntin bow.
rich
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked
Post by: Cardboard_Duck on August 05, 2013, 10:18:39 pm
Nice one! Gotta love those osage shorties :)
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked
Post by: Parnell on August 05, 2013, 10:45:08 pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSBq41LSLJ0&feature=youtu.be

Here's the link to see the bow shoot.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Badly Bent on August 05, 2013, 10:54:29 pm
Cool bow and great job getting that draw length in that shorty, very nice.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Parnell on August 05, 2013, 11:07:58 pm
Bowman53, you should be able to get more, but... Each one is different, right?!

Clint, thanks buddy! i actually started an arrow for you yesterday!  I'll be in touch.

Chuck, you to buddy, thanks.  I'll get more up, just figured out some new stuff with my iPad.

Rich, much appreciated.

Duck, Bent, thanks.

Now, to finish her up.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: beetlebailey1977 on August 05, 2013, 11:19:15 pm
Man that little thing bends a lot and shoots hard......very nice sir.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Pat B on August 05, 2013, 11:55:46 pm
Cool little bow! Are you getting finger pinch with the straight tips on such a short bow? You could get a bit more bend it you loosened up the outer 1/3 of each limb but I think you best leave well enough alone.  ;)
Tell Angie I wish her a quick and complete recovery.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Pappy on August 06, 2013, 07:56:55 am
Looks good,lots of bend for a short stick. :)
   Pappy
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Bone pile on August 06, 2013, 08:58:10 am
looks good ,hope all is well and good
Rog
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: lesken2011 on August 06, 2013, 09:02:35 am
Nice lookin shorty, Parnell. Looks like she really spits an arrow!!
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: koan on August 06, 2013, 10:26:01 am
Ya got all ya can from that one Bro! Nicely done! Tell Angie theres prayers comin her way.. Brian
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Sidewinder on August 06, 2013, 11:56:49 am
That is more evidence that osage is king.   Danny
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: mullet on August 06, 2013, 07:17:03 pm
Wow! You did get it bending good. Nice one, Buddy.
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Joec123able on August 06, 2013, 07:37:53 pm
Looks like a hunting bow to me  8) thts the beauty of deflex you can get a longer draw from a shorter piece. beautiful bow !
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: mikekeswick on August 08, 2013, 04:53:21 am
That is more evidence that osage is king.   Danny

Really??
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Sidewinder on August 08, 2013, 08:43:02 am
 >:D
Title: Re: 49.5" Osage Unbacked (with video)
Post by: Sidewinder on August 08, 2013, 08:43:55 am
 ;)