Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: 2014_Trade_Runner on January 25, 2014, 01:40:40 am
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SIGN UP WILL END ON FEB 1ST
(UNLESS WE DECIDE MORE TIME IS NEEDED FOR A BIGGER TURN OUT)
RULE 1
you need to have at lease 200 post to be eligible to sign up, there is one exception: if you have been making proven and safe bows for awhile and you can get an active and known member of this site to vouch for you
Rule 2
if i(BOWMAN53) or JWHalverson do not know who you are we will contact you to learn more about you. we will also ask mods/admins for their opinions. please dont be offended if we ask for more info on you, there are hundreds of members on here and we dont know all of you.
Rule 3
if you are under 18 you must get your parents permission and we must speak with them on the phone.
Rule 4
if for some reason you can not make a bow to ship, you must let us know. we will have the person making your bow send it to your recipient instead of to you. if you receive a bow and can not make one to ship you will be required to send the bow you received in its place. your recip should not have to suffer because you can't hold up your end of the deal. if you fail to make a bow and do not have a legitimate reason for why then you will be added to Mullets black book and banned from future trades (DUN DUN DUN!!!)
Rule 5
the trade is open internationally but if we cant find someone to ship to you then you can either opt out or choose to send a bow and not receive. sorry if this sounds unfair but $100 plus to ship a bow over seas is alot of money.
Rule 6
we will check in with everyone at random through out the process to make sure everyone is on track. we will first contact you by pm, if you do not reply in a week then we will try calling you, if you do not call us back in a week then we will tell your "gifter" to stop building your bow until you contact us.
Rule 7
to sign up you need to send me alll of the information as follows, your legal name, address you want the bow to be delivered to, general bow specs, whether you are a righty or lefty(wrong handed), and where you are comfortable shipping to. i also want a phone number so we may contact you if needed(this is for me and jw only, no one else will see this). all of this information is private and will not be given out to anyone except the person who is making a bow for you.
example.
jordan gutierrez
1007 bluebell dr apt. c
livermore ca 94551
50-60# @ 26"
righty
U.S shipping only
(408) 555-888
I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT IF YOU WOULD PLEASE USE THE FORMAT I USED ABOVE WHEN YOU PM ME, IT MAKES IT EASIER TO COPY AND PASTE.
research your recipient and see what their preferences are, if you dont feel comfortable making something that they favor then just make the absolute best bow you are comfortable making. please do not procrastinate, you have a long time to build but dont let that time fool you, it goes by fast.
you will have until Aug,15 to ship your bow out and you can ship as soon as your done if you like.
if you have any questions please ask them here and we will answer them as soon as possible, we will be watching this post closely.
so with all that said, lets get this thing rolling.
list so far.
BOWMAN53
autologus
Mikekeswick
Idahomatt
blaflair2
duolosparachristos
patb
DuBois
turtle
4dog
rps3
Bushboy
RBLusthaus
killir duck
country
tetaxidermy
JLoranger
bubbles
INK
TattooDave
WildKatt
Skarhand
huisme
DGF
Paulsemp
beetlebailey1977
WoodBenderDW
Bubby
NeolithicMan
TrapperRob
Pincushion
Auggie
Parnell
Fred Arnold
JonW
Koan
uncleduck
Hunterbob
Steelslinger
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IM IN!!! i cant wait to see who i get!!!!
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I'm in for sure. I've missed out on the past bow trades. I've only ever really shot my bows so it will be fun to shoot someone elses. I would have to ship mine either in early June or early September though because I'm off to the woods for three months.... ;)
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ya looked like a nascar driver for sec there Jordan...as quick as ya just changed hats!!! count me in !!!
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well i don't meet the post count, but i've been active for a while on other forums, and i know several people on here, would anyone care to vouch for me? don't take this post as me signing up just yet though... need to think about it a couple days.
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I'll be sitting this one out :-[ gotta get a couple good bows under my belt first. Next year though it on!!!
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When's the dead line to ship and stuff?
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I am in for sure. I joined last year right before the bow grate and followed it closely. I am super pumped to gift a bow to someone on here. Can't wait
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When's the dead line to ship and stuff?
Rule # 7 at the bottom.
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Lol I missed that part! Thanks!
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;D IM in as always >:D My only question is who do i send the pm to. :D
Katt
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Katt, send the PM to "2014_Trade_Runner" This account was made for Jordan specifically for this bow trade and will be deleted when the trade is done.
I'm in too. PM sent, Jordan. 8)
Everyone, please keep in touch with Jordan or JW with your progress. When folks don't keep in touch, bad thoughts abound! >:(
We have all had life get in the way of our fun. If something comes up that may prevent or delay you from completing your trade please let Jordan or JW know about it so they can be prepared if necessary. Communication is the key here. Please cooperate to make Jordan's and JW's work a little easier. This is one of the most difficult projects to take on. Even worse that herding cats! :-\
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I am ineligible, and I've never posted here before, so I hope I don't offend anybody by asking this. Why trade? We are all here to make and shoot our own bows, because of the IMMENSE satisfaction ;D , so why opt so shoot somebody else's bow?
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I am ineligible, and I've never posted here before, so I hope I don't offend anybody by asking this. Why trade? We are all here to make and shoot our own bows, because of the IMMENSE satisfaction ;D , so why opt so shoot somebody else's bow?
I done think that question can be answered by one person speaking for all. Everyone has their own reasons. But your very question suggests that you haven't been around here long enough yet to get a feel for this group. The idea is not about getting someone else's work (although that's pretty sweet), the idea is to pour your heart and soul into a bow for someone else to enjoy. When I make a bow for someone on a trade, I put a huge amount of extra effort into that bow, way more effort than I would exert on a bow for myself. Why? Because it is far more satisfying to do so. If I received a bow from the greenest bowyer on here, I would treasure it because it was their best work to date specifically made for me. The spirit of giving your best is far more important than the bow itself. If you don't understand that, stick around. I believe that in time you will. This group is like no other. Welcome to it! Josh
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well said Josh! Well said!!! ;)
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well said Josh! Well said!!! ;)
+1
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I done think that question can be answered by one person speaking for all. Everyone has their own reasons. But your very question suggests that you haven't been around here long enough yet to get a feel for this group. The idea is not about getting someone else's work (although that's pretty sweet), the idea is to pour your heart and soul into a bow for someone else to enjoy. When I make a bow for someone on a trade, I put a huge amount of extra effort into that bow, way more effort than I would exert on a bow for myself. Why? Because it is far more satisfying to do so. If I received a bow from the greenest bowyer on here, I would treasure it because it was their best work to date specifically made for me. The spirit of giving your best is far more important than the bow itself. If you don't understand that, stick around. I believe that in time you will. This group is like no other. Welcome to it! Josh
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Well stated Josh. Another reason for myself at least is that until my first trade i had never seen a wood bow in person except the ones i had made myself. Just being able to hold and look closely at a bow made by someone else in person can teach you things you just cant pick up by reading and looking at pictures. It can help you become better at bow making.
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i'm in, fun fun fun fun fun
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I'm in too. Pm sent. Lots of fun, this trade is.
Russ
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I just do it to get some poor sap to take one of the monstrosities I make >:D ...cant give them away otherwise lol
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I'm in. ........
Looking forward to another one .....
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im in on this one if you guys will let me in I've built 20+ bows without breaking for my dads costumers just haven't got time to put many on here
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I am ineligible, and I've never posted here before, so I hope I don't offend anybody by asking this. Why trade? We are all here to make and shoot our own bows, because of the IMMENSE satisfaction ;D , so why opt so shoot somebody else's bow?
Tremendous question to ask yourself before getting into this trade. Seriously. This is the gut check question, along with asking yourself will you have the tenacity to stick with it, and can you muster the wherewithal to send something safe and respectable?
As for myself, I have received bows from folks with rudimentary skills and some with rockstar talents. In EVERY case, I have learned something new from looking at how they solved problems and created solutions. Also, in EVERY case, I received a decent shooter. I still have every one of them but one (Sorry Ken75...that laminated longbow just looked better in that young lady's hands AND she shot it better than me).
I am not participating in the trade this year. The prior years drove me to the brink each and every time. I stress out way out of proportion and in every case I was not fully happy with my results. Plus, I think I didn't meet the deadline in any of the trades. So, those that can...do! Those that can't....teach. And those that are utterly worthless....ADMINISTRATE!
MWHAHAHAHA! >:D
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I just do it to get some poor sap to take one of the monstrosities I make >:D ...cant give them away otherwise lol
That's a load of crap, bean-boy. I happen to have that kestrel bow you sent sitting on my windowsill in the living room, all the other bows are in the garage. It gets to rest in the warmth and sunshine while all the others languish out in the cold.
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I'm in didn't get in last year, ready to roll.
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I'm in didn't get in last year, ready to roll.
Barely legal, baby! 201 posts. >:D
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Jw i think you live on the brink of madness lol
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what is the point of the 200 posts?
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So that we have enough interactions to feel like we somewhat know you as an individual. People who have established themselves as a reliable and respectful member of the community are less likely to flake out on the trade. (something that happens every year) That's my interpretation, anyway.
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It's not a guarantee that you won't flake out, we had a person helping run a trade flake out. He received the bow and then went dark.
I felt he was a personal friend of mine, had travelled halfway across the country to attend an event, broke bread at his table....and with no warning he flaked.
This is not about being elitist, we just want to see that there is someone to be counted on.
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So that we have enough interactions to feel like we somewhat know you as an individual. People who have established themselves as a reliable and respectful member of the community are less likely to flake out on the trade. (something that happens every year) That's my interpretation, anyway.
That just about sums it up. But if you get someone to vouch for you then it's all good in the pa hood.
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But if you create another user profile and have that user profile vouch for you....let's just say that the moderators have very little patience left in that department.
When we open the option of having someone vouch for you, we are looking for someone that has traded a bow with you, has shot your bows, or has personal experience with you outside of this forum AND that the person vouching for you has a degree of respect within this community. After all, you are asking someone to put THEIR reputation on the line for what YOU are going to do (or not do, as the case may be). If you have someone vouch for you and you screw it up, think of what it does to that person's reputation.
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Makes sense JW
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Ttt
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I'll be sitting this one out fellas, don't have any intention of disappointing someone and don't want to disgrace the community. I wouldn't be able to make any progress until may and besides that I haven't made a bow for a while. Next year maybe, I'll start collecting and making blanks and continue to make bows this summer. Good luck ya'll!
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The 200 posts I can see the point in it, but I try to stay quiet to gather as much information as I can and not make myself look like an Ass like I have seen several other young people do on this site. But il be happy to sit this one out if you guys want me to
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I'd be in to participating in this one if you guys will have me. Also barely legal, Hahah
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I'd like to get in the bow trade again this year. Had a good time in it last year. I'm not at the 200 mark, so I guess its up to you guys.
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Yeah, I know I don't have 200 posts but if you visit imperialarchery.com, you will see a bunch of bows that I have tillered. Please let me know if I can enter. I did the Christmas trade, and got everything out on-time, if that means anything in this case.
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The 200 posts is a benchmark of longevity but I believe if you have proven yourself worthy with fewer posts your benchmark will be reconsidered. If you feel you are trustworthy enough to join the trade contact Bownan53(2014_Trade_Runner) or JW by PM stating your case. We don't want to deny anyone from joining but we need to feel that everyone that joins the trade will get a fair shake.
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Like pat said, if you have made safe and proven bows and we all know who you are then your more then welcome to join.
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I'll be sitting this one out fellas... I wouldn't be able to make any progress until may
As much as I would like to see you in the trade, I think I would rather know you were paying attention to your education. You got plenty of trades in your future, you are excused. :laugh:
I'd be in to participating in this one if you guys will have me. Also barely legal, Hahah
Barely legal bubbles...can you imagine the hits you would get with that website! >:D
I try to stay quiet to gather as much information as I can and not make myself look like an Ass like I have seen several other young people do on this site.
That's refreshing!
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Im gonna sit this one out, all this wedding planning takin my focus for the next couple months :o..but if the need arises toward the end of this trade, I would be happy to make a "make-up" bow again ;)... Brian
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Your generosity is not a surprise at all, Brian. Thanks!
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18 so far, i know theres more people out there that wanna join. if you have any doubts about being able to sign up then please send us a pm and see if we can get you in on the trade.
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I've been waiting for this!
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You folks have fun!
I will have fun watching
JW , I think you have found your calling , thanks for helping out!
My body does not like me to build bows any longer , but at the end of this if we need one then there are a couple around here I will no longer be able to shoot . IF YOU NEED ONE LET ME KNOW!
Sorry for clutering up your sign up thread , I just wanted to let you know I am here for you.
Thanks for everything
Have fun
Guy
Have fun
Guy
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Thank you guy that's very generous.
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I'm afraid I'm out for this one. Too much on my plate. Everyone have fun! I'll be following along.
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Thanks pearly.
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20, come on guys i know theres more people that wanna join.
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How many leftys? I don't want a lefty :0( lol
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just three so far.
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Lefty is just a righty with the arrow on the other side. Build a righty and glue a strike plate on the right side when you ship.
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Lol makes sense!
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im gona sit this one out, i cant afford to lose anymore hair after the last one :) but i will follow it closely and look forward to all the bows being made. i need abit more experience before i enter another and a bigger stash of staves. good luck to all who enter and have fun. ;D
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I also am below the 200 post threshold for entering. With that being said I would love to participate if you all will have me. I was in on the Christmas trade (whole different animal there though) I don't have anyone here who has shot any of my work, but I do have 6 functioning bows done so far.
I will sit it out 'till next year if the fine fellows running the trade prefer. I leave my fate in their hands, LOL. Either one can shoot me a PM if, further info from me is desired. Phone number, SSN, dental records, etc. :)
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I also am below the 200 post threshold for entering. With that being said I would love to participate if you all will have me. I was in on the Christmas trade (whole different animal there though) I don't have anyone here who has shot any of my work, but I do have 6 functioning bows done so far.
I will sit it out 'till next year if the fine fellows running the trade prefer. I leave my fate in their hands, LOL. Either one can shoot me a PM if, further info from me is desired. Phone number, SSN, dental records, etc. :)
send us your info ill add your name to the list
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Dang, looks like I'll have to sit this one out. Probably for the best, I don't even have any wood lined up to make something out of anyway!
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theres always next year and the xmas trade before that.
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Yep, I'll have to see if I can trade for some staves in the mean time.
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I also am below the 200 post threshold for entering. With that being said I would love to participate if you all will have me. I was in on the Christmas trade (whole different animal there though) I don't have anyone here who has shot any of my work, but I do have 6 functioning bows done so far.
I will sit it out 'till next year if the fine fellows running the trade prefer. I leave my fate in their hands, LOL. Either one can shoot me a PM if, further info from me is desired. Phone number, SSN, dental records, etc. :)
send us your info ill add your name to the list
Thanks!! It is a great honor to be lined up next to these other guys!! I can't wait to get started.
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I cannot wait man!
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I would like to be a part if you lot will av me.
Surely it makes sense if us UK recipients do some kind of group shipping. Not sure, thoughts?
Just know its going to be agonising making a bow for one of you lot!
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send me your info
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Too many project on the go and not enough posts :(
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You got my PM, right? I don't mean to nag, just wanna be sure.
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nope didnt get anything huisme
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I wasn't going to join, I have a few personal trades this spring but what the heck I'm in. I know some may be jaded but more good comes out than bad. Sending pm now
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Awesome, glad to have you Paul.
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Sweet guys!
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nope didnt get anything huisme
Well what the heck. Third try's a charm?
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You keep sending it to my email instead of by pm.
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Cut off date is Feb 1. Time to tiller or get off the stave!
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You keep sending it to my email instead of by pm.
Oh.
Oh...
Oh geez :o
There, that should do it. I'm really sorry about that '>_>
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PM sent. Looking forward to it. :)
-Dan
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Dang, looks like I'll have to sit this one out. Probably for the best, I don't even have any wood lined up to make something out of anyway!
That's the other reason why i should sit this one out, I really don't have a good supply of staves gathered yet. This summer I plan to gather at least 30 or more good ones but until then I really don't have any wood! ::)
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I would like to be a part if you lot will av me.
Surely it makes sense if us UK recipients do some kind of group shipping. Not sure, thoughts?
Just know its going to be agonising making a bow for one of you lot!
Group shipping....Now that sounds like it might be a plan. I guess we'd have to send to an intermediate person US-side then have them sent to the recipients from there?
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I would like to be a part if you lot will av me.
Surely it makes sense if us UK recipients do some kind of group shipping. Not sure, thoughts?
Just know its going to be agonising making a bow for one of you lot!
Group shipping....Now that sounds like it might be a plan. I guess we'd have to send to an intermediate person US-side then have them sent to the recipients from there?
Or do we have a UK trade bow? No idea how many of us are over this side of the pond?
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PM sent. Looking forward to it. :)
-Dan
I knew you weren't scared! Now we need your boy Drew >:D
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I would like to be a part if you lot will av me.
Surely it makes sense if us UK recipients do some kind of group shipping. Not sure, thoughts?
Just know its going to be agonising making a bow for one of you lot!
Group shipping....Now that sounds like it might be a plan. I guess we'd have to send to an intermediate person US-side then have them sent to the recipients from there?
Take downs are the way to go if shipping to the states - way less hassle to ship and a 3rd of the price.
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PM sent. Looking forward to it. :)
-Dan
I knew you weren't scared! Now we need your boy Drew >:D
He's pretty shady, you going to vouch for him? >:D
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PM sent. Looking forward to it. :)
-Dan
I knew you weren't scared! Now we need your boy Drew >:D
He's pretty shady, you going to vouch for him? >:D
Ya I was going to. He already sent me a message and said he's afraid.
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PM sent. Looking forward to it. :)
-Dan
I knew you weren't scared! Now we need your boy Drew >:D
He's pretty shady, you going to vouch for him? >:D
Ya I was going to. He already sent me a message and said he's afraid.
Thanks Paul, but I don't meet the requirements for rule 1 or 2, let me get a few more under my belt then i'd gladly jump in...
So i'll stay shady and scared for a bit longer!
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Feel the love
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I'm on the fence.
Last year was my first bow trade. I learned a lot and really enjoyed it.
I am just not much of a poster and posting pics frustrates the crap out of me.
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Jordan and jw are u guys in? Ur not on the list
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i am, jw is sitting this one out.
B53
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I would like to be a part if you lot will av me.
Surely it makes sense if us UK recipients do some kind of group shipping. Not sure, thoughts?
Just know its going to be agonising making a bow for one of you lot!
did you already send your info?
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Count me in.........ready to go.
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Im excited, first bow trade for me!
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Count me in. I just sent my info. Should be fun.
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Im excited, first bow trade for me!
you have to send us your info or you wont be counted.
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Is there a list of participants?
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yes its at the bottom of the original post.
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Im excited, first bow trade for me!
you have to send us your info or you wont be counted.
Tried another PM, did it work?
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make sure its a pm and not an email. we are both using this profile so we can share the info, if you send it to the email then only i can see it and itll probably be lost if not accidently erased.
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Yeah, hit the speech bubble, not the envelope >_>
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i'm in, I sent you the info jordo, bub
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, if you send it to the email then only i can see it and itll probably be lost if not accidently erased.
trust me jordo DOES LOSE THINGS >:D
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third tries the charm?
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, if you send it to the email then only i can see it and itll probably be lost if not accidently erased.
trust me jordo DOES LOSE THINGS >:D
shut up bubby lol >:D
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third tries the charm?
yes, i got it now
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Its my first time...please be gentle.....Hahah >:D
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Ttt
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And good night!
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I looked up what all this TTT buisiness was last night, now I understand. :)
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lol yeah, gotta keep this post on the first page.
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To the top!
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thank you Mr. LaFlair
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Hey do you still need more people if so I ready
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What's up? Everyone feeling hung over from the last bow exchange? LOL!
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yeah i think last years trade is still a little fresh in some peoples mind.
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A lot of those bows are fresh in my mind. There were some amazing works of art and artisanship!
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Well I am in and it will be my first trade. It will be a real treat for me to shoot a bow someone else made. I am really looking forward to it.
Also, I think it will make me really do my best work. I don't mind messin around if I am gonna keep the bow but I want to give my best if I know someone else is gonna get it.
Man, this already feels like waiting for Christmas as a kid.
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I'm anxious to see who my recipient is. This is kind of like waiting for Christmas. And hoping someone will like your gift to them. This will be fun.
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well if we dont get some more people to sign up then we may have to keep the sign up open longer. so far we only have 29, thats nothing compared to the 60-70 from last year.
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Hello do you need more people if so I'm in
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The 200 posts I can see the point in it, but I try to stay quiet to gather as much information as I can and not make myself look like an Ass like I have seen several other young people do on this site. But il be happy to sit this one out if you guys want me to
Because of this statement alone, I will serve as backup for this young man. I don't have the time to enter this year, but if for any reason young master cushion should not meet his obligation, I will cover it. Josh
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deal, a vouch from a known member was all i needed. send me your info pincushion
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well send it to the trade runner profile.
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Right on Josh!
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Josh, if you get busy I'll cover you..... 8)
rich
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Josh, if you get busy I'll cover you..... 8)
rich
Thanks ol buddy! Josh
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Your a good man Josh :) ... But was kinda hoping to play
the lottery that I'd get a world famous 'GUN DOC' bow ;D
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Im in on this as i missed out on the Christmas trade
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Who says we need 60-70 people to make this a great trade? I like the idea of a smaller group!
Tattoo Dave
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Probably a little less stress on the organizers too, with a smaller trade
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You said a keyboardful, Bubbles!
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I gotta tell ya I have started to type "I'm in!" A dozen times, but I just can't bring myself to commit this year. I'm pretty sure I could pull it off, but I have been super absorbed on a house remodel project and just wouldn't feel like I was being fair to either project if I committed to the trade. Just wanted to let y'all know where I stand so you wasn't left to wonder. Happy trading!!
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I was in last year and then bailed out before the drawing because of some health issues. a good thing because I would have not been able to fulfill my obligation. Since then "I think I've been fixed". I'll send a PM and happily join this year. I have enough almost finished blanks from Black Walnut, Mulberry, and Osage that it shouldn't require too much to fit my recipients specs.
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Although I really enjoyed being a part of the trade last year, after a great deal of thought and procrastination in making a decision on this years trade I've decided to take a pass this year. Already have 5 bows I want to make for others before summer plus some arrows for myself and various other non archery projects to complete. Will be watching from the sidelines and cheering everyone on though. :)
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I too have waited till the last minute here. I emailed JW last night and told him I was as of yet undecided, but would sleep on it and make the call this morn. The trade was a blast last year and I enjoyed being a part of it. I built 2 bows so that if one turned to dust at the last minute, I would have another. I was committed, revved up, and had the time to dedicate to it. This year I do not, and I wont go in half hearted. Have fun and I too will be following very closely, probably wishing I was playing at some point.
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I'm still on the fence.
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I am getting very anxious to get my victims name. Chomping at the bit for sure :)
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I've got other bows to get out and I've been holding off, but, after much thought, what the hell, why not, I'm in!
And if for some fluke of fate if PatB draws me...I'd like to order one of his woodland locust bows with single side nocks around 50 # or just under. Saw one you made at The Classic for auction and I always wanted one. Figure my chances aren't so far off!!!
Got it PAT?!!! Ha! ;D ;D ;D
Kidding aside, I'm looking forward to it. Who will be my victim?! ;)
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I enjoyed last years trade, but am going to sit this one out, I've got more than a few irons in the fire and don't want to end up rushing a bow. Ill be watching though!
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I've got other bows to get out and I've been holding off, but, after much thought, what the hell, why not, I'm in!
And if for some fluke of fate if PatB draws me...I'd like to order one of his woodland locust bows with single side nocks around 50 # or just under. Saw one you made at The Classic for auction and I always wanted one. Figure my chances aren't so far off!!!
Got it PAT?!!! Ha! ;D ;D ;D
Kidding aside, I'm looking forward to it. Who will be my victim?! ;)
Well who wouldn't want one of those.
Grady
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I'll take whatever!
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I have spoken to the organizers of the trade and I will also tell you guys as well. I am willing to participate if someone wants a short bow. That's what I like to make and that's what I like to shoot. Now when I say short I am talking about 56"-46". I could maybe go a little longer say 58"-60". It's gonna bend in the handle as well. Not trying to be snooty or anything that is just what I am willing to do. If this is acceptable to you guys then I'm in. I understand if some of you wouldn't be ok with it.
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Your a good man Josh :) ... But was kinda hoping to play
the lottery that I'd get a world famous 'GUN DOC' bow ;D
What ever do ya mean Mitch? ??? I distinctly remember hand delivering a couple walnut bows to you a few years ago. Well.....I guess they were in kit form! ;) >:D. Josh
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I have spoken to the organizers of the trade and I will also tell you guys as well. I am willing to participate if someone wants a short bow. That's what I like to make and that's what I like to shoot. Now when I say short I am talking about 56"-46". I could maybe go a little longer say 58"-60". It's gonna bend in the handle as well. Not trying to be snooty or anything that is just what I am willing to do. If this is acceptable to you guys then I'm in. I understand if some of you wouldn't be ok with it.
I don't think there is anything wrong with that, this is all about making someone a bow not ordering a bow from someone. Stats are recommendations not requirements, same with style preferences. We all have styles we like better but I for one would take any length, any style I would just prefer not to get something I can't draw. I have a bow roughed out and waiting to be finished, it may or may not make draw length for everyone but it is what I will be sending provided it does not blow up first. To me the whole fun of a trade is building something for someone maybe even giving them something they do not have or something different outside the box for them. The point is have fun with it.
Grady
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JonW, I see no problem with you making what you are best at. Who wouldn't want that?
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honestly i would love to set up the trade so that no one gets to know who their recip is untill the bow is finished, you only get max bow spec so you dont make a bow that draws 50# @31" for a person that can only draw 40# @ 25". this way everyone makes their favorite bows and knows that the bow they made is the absolute best bow they can possibly make.
But............everyone likes to stalk their prey before they get building.
-B53
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I have spoken to the organizers of the trade and I will also tell you guys as well. I am willing to participate if someone wants a short bow. That's what I like to make and that's what I like to shoot. Now when I say short I am talking about 56"-46". I could maybe go a little longer say 58"-60". It's gonna bend in the handle as well. Not trying to be snooty or anything that is just what I am willing to do. If this is acceptable to you guys then I'm in. I understand if some of you wouldn't be ok with it.
I would love to have a shorty from you Sir.
In fact, I don't see a name on here I would not love to have a bow from...well, except mine :o ::)
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yup theres some damn good bowyers signed up.
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I have spoken to the organizers of the trade and I will also tell you guys as well. I am willing to participate if someone wants a short bow. That's what I like to make and that's what I like to shoot. Now when I say short I am talking about 56"-46". I could maybe go a little longer say 58"-60". It's gonna bend in the handle as well. Not trying to be snooty or anything that is just what I am willing to do. If this is acceptable to you guys then I'm in. I understand if some of you wouldn't be ok with it.
I think I could manage if I got any one of your bows. >:D
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I have spoken to the organizers of the trade and I will also tell you guys as well. I am willing to participate if someone wants a short bow. That's what I like to make and that's what I like to shoot. Now when I say short I am talking about 56"-46". I could maybe go a little longer say 58"-60". It's gonna bend in the handle as well. Not trying to be snooty or anything that is just what I am willing to do. If this is acceptable to you guys then I'm in. I understand if some of you wouldn't be ok with it.
Nobody is placing an order for a customer bow of their own design by entering this trade, all we get for input is a PREFERENCE for draw weight and whether they are left or right handed. From there it is the discretion of the bowyer as to what you get. I really like your bows, JonW, and I know you are a stand-up guy. You are welcome in this trade and at my campfire anytime.
I'm of the opinion that if anyone in a bow trade is unhappy with what they get, they should send it back to the bowyer with profound apologies for wasting the bowyers time and efforts, include a blank check for the bowyer's materials and incidental expenses, and stay the heck out of future trades. Feel free to disagree, it's not a rule for this exchange. And I can't speak for people running future exchanges. >:D
As for those of you that are choosing to not enter this trade, that's quite ok, too. The great philosopher of our age, Harry Callahan once snarled, "A man's gotta know his limitations." And we all know what happens when you cross ol' Dirty Harry, right? Makes mullet's little black book look like a hymnal.
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+1
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+1 JW
I'm most practiced making mollegabets these days, so somebody's probably getting a mollegabet even if I don't see one in their post history. Make what you're comfortable with :)
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Well I can't jump into this one this year. But I will follow it closely. I love the bow swap for sure.
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Short bendy handle bows are sweet!
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Short bendy handle bows are sweet!
+1 !
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Lets see... my weddings in March.. Im gonna be at the Classic a whole week... Thats still plenty of time to make a bow ;) what the heck.. Im in!... Brian
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Ill try to make anything for anyone, and I will be thrilled with anything from everyone! I like a bow rack full of different shapes sizes and draws. an arrow tube rack loaded with different arrows is just as pretty in my eyes, lets do this!
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Ill try to make anything for anyone, and I will be thrilled with anything from everyone! I like a bow rack full of different shapes sizes and draws. an arrow tube rack loaded with different arrows is just as pretty in my eyes, lets do this!
i love all types of bows as well. i want to one day have atlease one of every style bow out there. except glass and wheelies.
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Short bendy handle bows are sweet!
Heck yeah!
(http://i.imgur.com/dMj7wQz.jpg)
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I know what I'll be building this year, Parnell! ;) I hope I choose you..or someone else for this trade. 8)
If you build a specific style of bow then that is what your recipient gets. I'm sure you will consider your recipient but it is up to him(or her) to appreciate the gift they received from you.
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good lookin bow there huisme
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Ttt
Almost fell off the front page :o
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BTT
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and to the top again
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i think well keep the sign up open over the weekend, not like anyone is going to be working on bows on superbowl sunday lol.
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Good idea. That will give some more thinking time. Why don't the site send out an e-mail to all the members about the 2014 bow trade. Like they do the bom contest .
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idk but that would get a huge response.
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I do not even know who's playing in the Super Bowl and will not know who won until I hear it on the radio on the way to work Monday morning 8)
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I do not even know who's playing in the Super Bowl and will not know who won until I hear it on the radio on the way to work Monday morning 8)
thats just not American at all.
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lol...i just found out whos playing the bowl today...when the Steelers didnt make it...lost interest...might make a bow tomorrow. ::)
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Steelers, eh?
I forgive you.
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i think well keep the sign up open over the weekend, not like anyone is going to be working on bows on superbowl sunday lol.
Since I don't care about baseball, I think I will watch to see if anyone else signs up.
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This is gonna be sweeeeet
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I've got two blanks ready to go, getting a third ready tomorrow so I have an early start and backup on whatever kind of bow I make. Nothing should stop me from inflicting my twigs on some poor unfortunate soul >:D
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i too have been spending all week chasing rings in preperation.
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Chase ring, find bugs, move on.
Chase ring, make mistakes and it's too thin for anything over forty pounds, move on.
Chase ring, realize you've just decrowned the tip of a vine maple stave, move on.
Chase ring, this one is good!
Repeat ;)
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So I am glad you preppers are posting, I thought I might be a little crazy chasing rings and preparing for the inevitable!
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Ok I just checked my post count and I am at 203 . So if you guys will have me again this year in your 2014 bow trade I would be honored to make a bow for someone. I know I had fun in last years trade.
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What's superballs?
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Superbowl
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huisme, i've chased 2 already. but the one i'm gonna use for the bow trade is the one i'm putting off. That one has a large hole in the middle of the upper limb. gonna take a while to chase that one. The others are just back ups. ;)
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I wasn't going to get in on this years trade cause I didn't have any wood. But a trip to blackhawk place and he hooked me up with some yeller wood. Thanks Chris.
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i think well keep the sign up open over the weekend, not like anyone is going to be working on bows on superbowl sunday lol.
Since I don't care about baseball, I think I will watch to see if anyone else signs up.
Hey JW, how could you not like baseball? Those tiny balls going over that tiny net and the cute little paddles.
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i think well keep the sign up open over the weekend, not like anyone is going to be working on bows on superbowl sunday lol.
Since I don't care about baseball, I think I will watch to see if anyone else signs up.
Hey JW, how could you not like baseball? Those tiny balls going over that tiny net and the cute little paddles.
Just makes me hungry for Chinese food. And then I wanna watch some more an hour later.
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Superbowl
What's superballs?
Superbowels?
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You mean it's not the Superbow? I thought the cities launched giant arrows at each other. Like the big one that landed in the field near you JW!
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Ttt
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Superbow? You mean like the one that Fishfinder401 shot this arrow at me with?
(http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/oo100/JW_Halverson/fishfinder/name139.jpg) (http://s365.photobucket.com/user/JW_Halverson/media/fishfinder/name139.jpg.html)
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I didn't think you was such a teeny guy jdub
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I didn't think you was such a teeny guy jdub
Lol! That's the first scandihuvian leprechaun I believe I've ever seen! >:D. Josh
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Got a ring run today on one of the Osage from blackhawk.. this stave has like three inches of natural reflex . Thin rings . But running one went great .
Just need a name now so I can figure out want I want to make. Think I will run a black locust ring tomorrow for back up .
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Ttt!
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The one and the same. Krikee, they are getting closer every year!
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How many people in a typical bow trade?
whats the most a trade has ever seen?
whats the least?
interested and wanted the thread back on top
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We had 80 sign up minus 4 last year, that was one of the larger swaps I believe.
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>:D I posted this picture in the Campfire thread and JW thought it would look better over here. Just traded for these and they should be here Wednesday. Some of this material is for the 2014 Bow Trade. Cut in 2002 and stored in a barn loft. Should make for a nice bow for somebody here. My mind is thinking either a spliced or take down from matched billets if they are wide enough.
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Ooooooo :o
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I'm in. Already sent the PM.
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First off,thx's to bowman and j dub for heading up this years trade,you guys rock!looking forward to this years swap!
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First off,thx's to bowman and j dub for heading up this years trade,you guys rock!looking forward to this years swap!
no problem, i like running these trades.
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Good thing we have six months my shoulders are killing me. Ran the ring yesterday and got it all roughed out today. Let my shoulders rest while I wait on my victim.
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Man I hope you draw me Fred!
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Super Bowl is over! Who's my victim!!! ;D
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I'm with ya. Who do I have >:D
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It'd be nice to get 40 ppl!!!
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Well, sports fans! Just like the Superbowl, signup is over. There are winners and whiners and nothing in between. You had your chance and if you didn't take it, you get to sit on the sidelines of the Big Show!
Whooyeah!
Hold on to your drawers folks while we put together the givers and receivers lists, this won't take long. Go sharpen your tools (or dull them for those of you that prefer a dull drawknife). You will be receiving your victim's name soon enough.
And as always....be sure to post pics along the way!
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OK GUYS ME AND JW ARE WORKING ON THE NAMES. PLEASE BE PATIENT AS JW IS NURSING A MASSIVE SB FOOD COMA LOL
-B53
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I cannot wait to see my victim so I can start making firewood! I found some more osage around my neck of the woods. The guy seems interested in giving some up. The trees are huge. Like 2' wide or more. He has smaller ones he cut so maybe I can get some staves and billets outta them
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JW says:
Ok, I have sent out your recipient's names to my half of the list. At least for now you can start researching the person, stalking their every prior posting while building a dossier on their likes, dislikes, and interests. Knowing your recipient will help you make desisions in the upcoming weeks and months, so do your due diligence.
For those of you that have just received your recipients names, I will start sending you the profiles they sent in for the trade. Hang tight!
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JW also says:
Guess what? You are only allowed to send so many private messages an hour. I have exceeded that number.
Keep your britches on, you will get the details soon enough.