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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Bryce on March 27, 2016, 05:08:48 pm

Title: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: Bryce on March 27, 2016, 05:08:48 pm: I feel the responsibility to positively contribute to this site, for all the wealth of knowledge being presented here.
So, this bow posted below will be a prize for any new subscriber to primitive archer magazine. Now with this offer if you subscribe and don't win the bow you will in turn, have a subscription number and will be offered the opportunity to participate in Bow of the Month which is a great part of this forum and magazine, you also will be supporting this great contribution to a great source of primitive and traditional information that's being presented to the world. Also if you wish to purchase a yearly subscription for another member your name will be put into the hat as well.

To enter: you must message me your subscription number with first and last name, which I will double check with the administrators as to when it was purchased.
If you have purchased the subscription to someone else that member (if not a member of the site please send me your subscription number and the number of which was purchased. Whether it be a family member or friend) send me the number in a personal message of who purchased the subscriptions.
The magazine is fairly inexpensive and I thoroughly enjoy the many different articles and I know you will too:)

The bow is one I made a few years back.
Purple leaf plum, the 'Purple Prince' the prince of bow woods. 60#@28" I've bear hunted with this bow many times. Later on put Python skin and a horse hair tuff. It's 56" long with elk leather grip and will hunt for years to come.

(http://i1346.photobucket.com/albums/p696/Bryce_Ott/185B54BE-F541-46E5-A90E-65787C4BADBC_zpsyzuux4jn.jpg) (http://s1346.photobucket.com/user/Bryce_Ott/media/185B54BE-F541-46E5-A90E-65787C4BADBC_zpsyzuux4jn.jpg.html)
(http://i1346.photobucket.com/albums/p696/Bryce_Ott/54B98140-027C-45D3-A96D-7896C619D9C4_zpsor6knzaw.jpg) (http://s1346.photobucket.com/user/Bryce_Ott/media/54B98140-027C-45D3-A96D-7896C619D9C4_zpsor6knzaw.jpg.html)
(http://i1346.photobucket.com/albums/p696/Bryce_Ott/BE56B940-CCB0-457F-94A4-96FF4B6F4BE6_zpsmdkcr0ly.jpg) (http://s1346.photobucket.com/user/Bryce_Ott/media/BE56B940-CCB0-457F-94A4-96FF4B6F4BE6_zpsmdkcr0ly.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: sieddy on March 27, 2016, 05:21:36 pm: Fantastic effort and gesture Bryce! PA is a phenomenal resource and community and that is a phenomenal bow. I just wish I was a new subscriber now! ;D
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Post by: Bryce on March 27, 2016, 05:59:48 pm: Purchase one for a family member:) then send me your subscription number and theirs and I'll put your name in the hat.
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Post by: Weylin on March 27, 2016, 06:09:40 pm: Great gesture, Bryce! I hope lots of people take advantage of it.
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Post by: Badly Bent on March 27, 2016, 06:22:42 pm: Good on you Bryce, this should get some participation going.
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Post by: Arrowbuster on March 27, 2016, 07:58:11 pm: I was going to start a subscription anyway, I have no choice but to do it now. I love this site, lots of knowledge and helpful folks.
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Post by: Aaron H on March 27, 2016, 08:29:19 pm: Great idea Bryce, I might have to purchase another subscription so I can get a chance at owning that beauty. Very nice pictures too. 8) 8)
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Post by: Bryce on March 27, 2016, 08:51:38 pm: Heck yeah brothers! Let's do this!
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Post by: mullet on March 27, 2016, 09:28:39 pm: You are one, heck of a guy, Bryce! That is a cool Idea. Kudos, Brother.
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Post by: Stixnstones on March 27, 2016, 10:07:34 pm: Fantastic idea. Thats one helluva beautiful bow and gesture. I love this place. Looks like my wife is gettin a subscription.
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Post by: Emmet on March 27, 2016, 10:17:53 pm: Looks like a nice bow. I had a subscription but bought another to be in the drawing.
Nice thing for you to do Bryce.
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Post by: sieddy on March 28, 2016, 04:14:17 am: That's it I'm gonna subscribe to the hard copy mag now! I've been getting the e-mag cos I live in the UK but I've been itching for an excuse to start getting the real mag. And the chance of winning that beauty of a bow is one heck of an excuse! :D
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Post by: Pappy on March 28, 2016, 05:03:01 am: Good on you Bryce, beautiful bow and great jester. ;)
Pappy
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Post by: Stoker on March 28, 2016, 10:27:59 am: Very cool.. Beautiful bow..
Thanks Leroy
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Post by: PEARL DRUMS on March 28, 2016, 11:20:00 am: Nice prompt Brycey boy!
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Post by: Parnell on March 28, 2016, 02:18:06 pm: Very cool, Bryce.
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Post by: JW_Halverson on March 28, 2016, 04:02:02 pm: If you get caught having to ship overseas, this could get a little spendy. If that does happen, I will send a few bucks to take the sting out of it. I know others will chip in, too.
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Post by: bushboy on March 28, 2016, 04:23:34 pm: Very cool jester man!will spread the word at work.
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Post by: jeffp51 on March 28, 2016, 05:06:20 pm: I have been considering doing this for some time now--not because of the raffle, but your post may put me over the edge. Do emag subscriptions count?
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: DesertDisciple on March 28, 2016, 05:08:24 pm: Just the kick in the tush I needed. Subscribing anyway, but what is the timeframe in which we will be included for the raffle?
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: Bryce on March 28, 2016, 05:15:56 pm: Quote from: jeffp51 on March 28, 2016, 05:06:20 pm
I have been considering doing this for some time now--not because of the raffle, but your post may put me over the edge. Do emag subscriptions count?

Yes

Quote from: DesertDisciple on March 28, 2016, 05:08:24 pm
Just the kick in the tush I needed. Subscribing anyway, but what is the timeframe in which we will be included for the raffle?

End of April
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: Onebowonder on March 28, 2016, 05:39:57 pm: Kewl Idea! -OneBow
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: sieddy on March 28, 2016, 05:56:12 pm: If the lucky winner lives overseas- then surely they would want to pay for the shipping (or make a contribution to the site). None of us wants to see any other member lose out right?! :)
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: Carson (CMB) on March 29, 2016, 12:44:05 am: Wow! very generous of you Bryce. I am not surprised though ;)

I think I am due to renew soon...do renewals count? ;D
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: Bryce on March 29, 2016, 07:19:21 pm: Quote from: Carson (CMB) on March 29, 2016, 12:44:05 am
Wow! very generous of you Bryce. I am not surprised though ;)

I think I am due to renew soon...do renewals count? ;D

The idea is to get ppl who've never read PA to give it a shot, chances are they'll get hooked like the rest of us:D

Carson if you want a bow just ask;)
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: jandersson on March 29, 2016, 07:57:22 pm: Is it the same content in the emag as in the hardcopy?
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: Bryce on March 29, 2016, 08:06:53 pm: Quote from: jandersson on March 29, 2016, 07:57:22 pm
Is it the same content in the emag as in the hardcopy?

I believe so
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: wizardgoat on March 30, 2016, 01:30:39 pm: Nice thought Bryce. I'd chip in for overseas shipping
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Post by: paulsemp on March 30, 2016, 02:59:36 pm: Nice gesture bud 8)
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Post by: Sockrablur on March 31, 2016, 02:24:57 pm: That's a really beautiful bow Bryce! Thank you for the chance sir! I just subscribed, PM sent. Jim
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Post by: JW_Halverson on March 31, 2016, 03:19:07 pm: Quote from: Sockrablur on March 31, 2016, 02:24:57 pm
That's a really beautiful bow Bryce! Thank you for the chance sir! I just subscribed, PM sent. Jim

Sacre bleu! Zis appeal for ze subscriptions, she is working! Zut alors!
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: Bryce on April 03, 2016, 03:05:56 am: Bump
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Post by: Sockrablur on April 05, 2016, 11:42:21 pm: Take it to the top!
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Post by: DuBois on April 06, 2016, 12:20:53 am: Awesome man! I love the attitude and the idea.
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Post by: JW_Halverson on April 06, 2016, 04:50:54 pm: Have you subscribed lately? Yes? Go back to the beginning of this thread and get in! Thinking about a subscription (and seriously, if you are reading this, you really gotta get one), now is the time!
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Post by: bjrogg on April 07, 2016, 06:19:33 pm: Thanks Bryce for your generous offer. I asked for subscription for my birthday 4-16 but when I saw your offer I decided not to chance not getting a chance at that bow and not getting PA so I subscribed myself. I hope it gets lots of subscriptions I would sure be thrilled to win it I'm sure lots of people will be motivated to subscribe. I sent PM already waiting for 1st copy of PA like a kid waiting for Christmas
Brian
Title: Re: Raffle Bow
Post by: bubbles on April 07, 2016, 06:57:44 pm: Is the raffle still open?? I just subscribed and then saw this thread! I would love to possibly win a sweet pinecone bow!
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (open through April)
Post by: jeffp51 on April 08, 2016, 12:38:31 pm: I just subscribed and got my first look at the emag--pretty nice. If you haven't subscribed, you should--but that would hurt my chances at that beautiful bow, so. . .
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (open through April)
Post by: Knapper on April 08, 2016, 01:20:01 pm: Everybody's getting a new subscription!!!!!
Knapper
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Post by: Bryce on April 10, 2016, 05:33:20 pm: Sorry if I don't reply to your pm's right away fellas. Between work, training hounds, and caring for a pup with pyometra my time is very limited.
So far there are 15-20 names in the hat. Keep it up! And spread the word!
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (open through April)
Post by: Bryce on April 26, 2016, 06:27:16 pm: Bump
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Post by: jandersson on April 26, 2016, 07:19:38 pm: I'm glad you bumped the thread, I've been so busy I forgot I was gonna subscribe!
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Post by: soy on April 26, 2016, 08:28:29 pm: Dude... :o
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Post by: jeffp51 on May 01, 2016, 12:28:53 am: so when is the drawing going to be? I sent in my info, but never got a response that I was in.
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Post by: bjrogg on May 01, 2016, 07:03:17 am: 1st THANK YOU Bryce from myself and I'm sure everybody else at PA. This tread is a little confusing cause it's l posted in two places on site. I just finished posting a reply in subscription area. I also sent PM and haven't had reply. I haven't been to concerned because Bryce had post about being so busy and I know that feeling. I sure don't want to be pest, but have to admit I'm getting pretty excited about chance to win that beautiful bow. I'm curious about next step and even if my PM made it. Once again THANK YOU and I hope you got as many new subscribers as you were hoping for.
Bj
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (open through April)
Post by: JW_Halverson on May 01, 2016, 01:01:19 pm: A big "thanks" from me as well. I think this is an amazingly generous offer, especially in the light of the number of BOM awards you have received and the bow you are offering. Frankly, what you are offering a huge win for the recipient.

But then, this is the spirit we are working for on this site, isn't it?
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (open through April)
Post by: osage outlaw on May 01, 2016, 11:14:03 pm: I purchased 2 subscriptions at the Classic from the PA folks. I sent you a PM Bryce.
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Post by: Bryce on May 02, 2016, 12:43:29 am: Yes I got all of your messages:)
I'm compiling the names from here and Facebook. And I will do the draw tomorrow evening. Just waiting for the tenn. classic to wrap up and get some more names:)
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Post by: ---GUTSHOT---> on May 02, 2016, 08:15:45 am: I purchased at the classic as well PM sent
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Post by: Bryce on May 02, 2016, 11:18:56 pm: Sweet waiting for a couple replies then I'll do the draw
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Post by: Tillstave on May 03, 2016, 02:37:13 am: Realizing I'm a bit late to enter here, but I just got my new number: PN501195. If you're OK with extending the deadline that is...
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (open through April)
Post by: Bryce on May 05, 2016, 10:56:10 am: Ok I'll add your name
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (CLOSED. Awaiting draw)
Post by: Bryce on May 05, 2016, 11:05:56 am: Well gentleman, we have over 35 names in this draw.
One of you will win this bow. But more importantly you guys are now supporters of a resource that promotes and continues knowledge of skills and artistry no longer valued in the mainstream culture.
Let the art of primitive skills continue:)
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (CLOSED. Awaiting draw)
Post by: bjrogg on May 05, 2016, 11:13:27 am: Thanks again Bryce I hope that number is as good or better than you expected.
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (CLOSED. Awaiting draw)
Post by: Knapper on May 05, 2016, 10:27:26 pm: 35 new subscriptions. Way to go Bryce. Awesome, just to thing of what may come out of this..... new bowyers... arrow makers... flintknappers. Friends. Good job and thanks.
Knapper
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (CLOSED. Awaiting draw)
Post by: Tillstave on May 08, 2016, 06:52:23 pm: Awesome,

Thanks Bryce. 35 new subscriptions! way to go.
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (CLOSED. Awaiting draw)
Post by: Bryce on May 09, 2016, 11:03:14 pm: Draw is done

Joachim Mergeay You are our winner!

Pm me your address.
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: jandersson on May 10, 2016, 07:44:05 am: Congrats Joachim! You're a lucky guy!
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Post by: bjrogg on May 10, 2016, 07:48:54 am: Congratulations Joachim that should be worth a lifetime subscription there. Thanks again Pinecone
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Post by: Knoll on May 10, 2016, 08:00:22 am: Congrats!
Title: Re: Raffle Bow (CLOSED. Awaiting draw)
Post by: JoJoDapyro on May 10, 2016, 09:49:28 am: Quote from: Bryce (Pinecone) on May 09, 2016, 11:03:14 pm
Draw is done

Joachim Mergeay You are our winner!

Pm me your address.

HAHA, what an awesome bow. Doesn't he live in Israel?
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: joachimM on May 10, 2016, 11:38:27 am: Wow super news! I was offline for a couple of days and had some catching up to do in the digital world.
I do live on the other side of the pond though (belgium).
I thought of getting a PA subscription for some time, and this was a good opportunity to find out how to do it. Turned out to be a walk in the park and very reasonably priced so I got a two year subscription right away.
Thanks a lot Bryce!!
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: Onebowonder on May 10, 2016, 11:42:58 am: All of us that bought new Subscriptions are 'winners' here too. Thanx for the nudge Bryce. This was a GREAT idea. :D :D :D

OneBow
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: dingas on May 10, 2016, 12:33:56 pm: Congrats to the winner and thanks for a great giveaway! Really the important thing here (for me) is that I no longer have to search for the magazine, and miss out on issues when I can't find them, because they'll be in my mailbox!
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: Bryce on May 10, 2016, 01:24:48 pm: All in all I feel like everything went really well. And I may do another raffle next year:)

Cheers guys and thank you for supporting Primitive Archer!
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: Knapper on May 10, 2016, 01:25:03 pm: Thanks Bryce and congrats to joachimM. Glad to know there are newbies and I hope to see my friend who just got a new scribe on the forum soon too.
Knapper
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: JW_Halverson on May 10, 2016, 07:41:27 pm: Shipping is gonna be a real drag, I'll chip in a little to help. OK?
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: joachimM on May 11, 2016, 02:16:44 am: Quote from: JW_Halverson on May 10, 2016, 07:41:27 pm
Shipping is gonna be a real drag, I'll chip in a little to help. OK?
No need, I'll pay for it, that's the least I can do as winner of this beautiful bow.
But the gesture is highly appreciated.

J
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: Pappy on May 11, 2016, 07:20:56 am: Congrats to you joachimM, and very good of you to do this Bryce. :)
Pappy
Title: Re: Raffle Bow. WINNER: Joachim Mergeay!!!!
Post by: dantolin on May 11, 2016, 03:53:40 pm: Congratulations for the bow and for winning!!!