Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: wizardgoat on January 21, 2016, 03:52:01 pm
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This is NOT the PA bow trade.
There has been a lot of negativity surrounding trades of the past, especially for some guys that have been around long enough to see a lot of them.
With the help of Mullet and Pearl Drums, we thought it would be a great way to get
some friends together and do a trade our own way.
Obviously on a site like this, this list could be huge, well over 100, but we decided smaller would be easier for our first go,
we figured 20-25 guys would be a solid number. Any trade runners of past years will tell you its a lot of work,
and as this trade comes to an end I'll have 2 month old baby wizard on my hands, so for me this is more than enough.
I really wasn't expecting that 90% of the first list to except, so guys, please don't be offended if you were not invited.
If this goes well, which I'm sure it will with a list like this, I'd have no problem hosting again with more guys.
Some guys have been requesting to make a bow for a certain person, I think we're going to see some amazing bows come out of this.
And after all, thats what its all about right? Makin' dust and havin' fun! Deadline is July 15
Wizardgoat
Mullet
Pearl Drums
Stringman
Osage Outlaw
Loefflerchuck
Gun Doc
Bushboy
Pappy
Badly Bent
Carson
Bryce Pinecone
Bubby
Aaron H
MWirwicki
Paulsemp
Missle Master
Gordon
PatM
James Parker
PatB
Will H
Badger
Weylin
Gaur
Marc St. Louis
Simson
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Im glad that primitive archer now has a football team, the varsity team list is above. All Jv players pease report to the noninvitational trade thread. >:D >:D
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I'm ripping and ready to go my friends. I have 3 or 4 ideas in my mind of what I want to build. None alike :)
I'm one of those that picked my victim. I like the pressure. All the same, I would be honored to build a bow for any of you.
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I can't wait, this is gonna be a great thread!
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I can hardly wait to hear my recipient is. I'll decide then what to make. I'm a bit rusty so maybe this trade will nock off some of that rust. ;)
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I just imagine there is going to be some Eye Candy involved with this thread. I'm going to have to dig in my "goodie" box for this one.
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I'm very excited about this. I only have to build two bows between now and summer. One being this and the other one a raffle for elm hall. And as for the drama that others may start I do know that will be the only drama. This trade will have 100% success rate and I'm sure all of us are going to make the people running it jobs easy
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Gonna be a fun one! Glad y'all let this jv player slide thru! :o
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Funny, I thought I was the only sophomore getting bumped up
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Hopefully no one thought that my reply was meant to be negative. I was just making a joke I'm very exited to watch this thread you guys are some some great bowyers.
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Going to be some nice bent sticks when all is said and done! Looking forward to the progress.
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Thanks for the invite fellers! I'm honored to be a part of this list. Haven't been building much lately and have switched to left hand. My stats are a little different nowadays... I like em 40#-50# @ 31" draw :o with the arrow on the wrong side ;D
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Great friends as well cushion. Its an aspect that some cant see. Ive shook hands with 14 of these guys. That means something to this guy.
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I was accidentally sent an invite that was intended for PatB but I refuse to give up my spot. I am the John Scott of the trade.
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I'm excited to get started, also a little nervous as I always am when making a bow for another bowyer. I've already done swaps with 4 of these friends so I've requested to get another name from the hat, more pressure. I've met a dozen from this group personally and know a few more from correspondences. I'm happy to be involved in a trade with any of the gentlemen from this group.
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Wizardgoat, your pm box is full and won't accept PM,s. Count me in.
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Good point Greg. I have made or received Bow from at least six or seven of these people on this list. Sorry Ryan if I resent some information don't want to make too complicated
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Badger, I knew you'd come around. So has Weylin.
There's a few guys blowin some dust off their rasps, can't wait to see these bows.
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I'm actually hoping to see guys going beyond their comfort zone in this one. Dazzle guys who aren't easily dazzled.
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Talk about outside comfort zones. Im leaning hard towards a first time style for me. But hey, bending wood is bending wood.......I hope.
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I'm flip flopping between an ELB and I'm not sure.
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After feeling pretty ambivalent about trades the last couple years it's taking a while to thaw out and get excited but now I am. Can't wait to find out who I get to make a bow for. I have no idea what I want to make. I think I'll wait to find out who I'm making it for.
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Thanks for letting me be part of the trade. My project to-do list is just about caught up. I'm excited about building a trade bow. I'll have to dig deep in my stash for a special stave.
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Mr Olive, glad you've thawed!
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Thanks for letting me be part of the trade. My project to-do list is just about caught up. I'm excited about building a trade bow. I'll have to dig deep in my stash for a special stave.
I didnt know YOU were in it. Im sending a list to goat of the guys I dont want bows from......and why didnt I get to vote?
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Clint, you'd have to be part Beaver to dig into that stash.
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He was on my list, Pearly, he has Osage.
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Hey guy's, I'm glad to see you all having a trade like this. Hope you all don't mind me posting here. I've learned a lot from most everyone on the invitation list. You guys have been a big help to me and several others either just starting or just stuck on a project. I hope by the end of your trade I will learn some more. And maybe you guy's will learn something new as well. Good luck to all!
The only unfair thing I see here is, Clint has more Osage! :laugh:
Patrick
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You already got a bow from me Pearly.
And who said anything about me using osage? I just put the first coat of oil on a vine maple bow. Maybe I'll pick through my white wood stash.
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Oh yeah, no using familiar woods either. >:D
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Maybe if I draw Clint I'll have him send me a osage stave to make the bow out of.
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I was accidentally sent an invite that was intended for PatB but I refuse to give up my spot. I am the John Scott of the trade.
So does this mean that we are finally going to see a PatM bow posted?
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I was lucky enough to claim my victim.
I have something up my sleeve I've been wanting to do for a couple years now. I think I finally have all the pieces of the puzzle.
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Very cool, proud to be a part of this. Excited to see who's name I draw. :)
Pappy
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Will we see pics? Yall have fun. I will stay tuned. Arvin
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I was accidentally sent an invite that was intended for PatB but I refuse to give up my spot. I am the John Scott of the trade.
So does this mean that we are finally going to see a PatM bow posted?
No! Not by me anyway. ;)
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I've already got a Pearlie bow and a Matt Wirwicki bow but I'd take a bow from anyone...even those two Yankees again. ;D
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My victim has been selected. >:D >:D
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Oh, this is going to be fun. I'm honored and excited to be a part of this trade. Have an idea or two swimming around. Can't wait to find out who've I've drawn. This will be a picture heavy thread, I presume. Hope so!
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So, I've been thinking about this a lot. In my opinion there are two different trains of thought when we as bowyers begin to build a bow for a fellow bowyer. I think we lean towards the idea of building a bow that we think fits our victims "personal style", or to build something for them in a style that they would build for themselves.
But, I think back to what Sadie Jane said to me several months back when I told her I would do a trade with her. I kept asking her what kind of bow she wanted and what style would fit her. She told me that she didn't want a Sadie bow, that she wanted an Aaron bow. She wanted me to build her something that I would build for myself. And the more I think about it, the more I agree that this is how I would want someone to build a bow for me, in their own personal style, not mine.
But, as the builder, I have a hard time with this.
What are others thoughts here? Do we build a bow that we think fits them, or us?
Maybe, I'm over thinking this.
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I build "my" style for others. I never try to replicate what they make for themselves.
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Hope you guys have a good swap
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I'm no good at building someone else's style. Heck I still struggle with my own style at times, so it does me no good to copy Pearly's. At the end of the day I try to incorporate elements of the guys personality into my build, but if it don't look like a "stringman" bow something's wrong. I like the theory of challenging ones self in these trades, but just not sure I can pull that off.
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How do we select who we build a bow for and who builds a bow for us? Do we have a drawing? Do we build a bow for the same person that builds a bow for us?
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Pretty sure you can select who you want to build for, or wait for the hat drawing. You should not know who selected you until the box arrives at your door step.
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Steve, if you have somebody in mind that you want to build for you can tell goat. If not, he will put you in a hat and draw for you. I like that freedom.
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That sounds good Pearly, can we have a place where each guy posts their preffered draw weight and length?
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I considered the type of bow my victim might find useful for their type of shooting/hunting area. Also consider the location you are sending the bow to. Sending a hickory bow to someone who lives in a jungle or Rainforest is probably not a favor.
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Steve, just PM goat your address and draw length/weight you like.
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I'm totally pumped for this! All the participants are great builders with a solid reputation for quality bows. Lets stun this site with what we all turn out!
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Hoping to get all the info and name drawing done by Sunday, so everyone should know their recipient
by Monday. If you haven't already, send me your stats, mailing address and if you want to select a guy to build for. A few more names have been added too 😀
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I hope I don't draw one of those perfectionist guys we have on here! O:)
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I doubt anyone in this group would not want to receive a bow from anyone else in this group. 8)
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I hope I don't draw one of those perfectionist guys we have on here! O:)
Where's your sense of adventure 😄
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Name one on the list that isn't a perfectionist in his own right, bet ya' cant!
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Name one on the list that isn't a perfectionist in his own right, bet ya' cant!
I hear ya, I have my own anal areas! I have to struggle to produce eye candy but I can do it, I know I can!
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Hmmmm...now what do I do? ??? ::)
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You straddle it with your hands out to the side and feet free of the middle rail. That will help you make up your mind. >:D
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If I was standing behind you, you'd be getting a swift kick to the ass
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^hahahaha
Also, if theres guys on this list that already have one of your bows let me know!
Many of you guys have already sent me that info so thank you
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well , i know everyone might or might not be too picky, but ill trade with anyone ,just as long as they aint ugly.
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mostly cause the person i wanted a bow from, is already building for someone else :'(
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well , i know everyone might or might not be too picky, but ill trade with anyone ,just as long as they aint ugly.
Well considering my appearances, I guess I am out then.
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mostly cause the person i wanted a bow from, is already building for someone else :'(
Quit your whining James Parker! I can build you one another time, HAHAHAHAHAHA!
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so pearly .you saying you aint ugly ,or.....
hehehehe
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Well I squeaked in on the list with wizard goat. Looking forward to it.
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This should be amazing to watch. Can't wait to see what comes out of this thread
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This should be amazing to watch. Can't wait to see what comes out of this thread
I agree....
DBar
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Am quite honored and humbled to make this list!i will do my best!thanks Ryan, mullet and pearldrums!bush!
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Thanks for the invitation goat but to many irons in the fire for me right now.
E
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Thank you for the invitation Gentlemen. I feel honored you trust in me.
I think, I was on the wrong track, I thought two are picked out of the group and they are building a bow for each other.
But right is, you only get the recipient name and another different person is building a bow for you. Something like a domino principle. Is this right?
So you all should know sending a bow over the pond (I live in Germany) isn't that cheap. So think on this when drawing my name … I hope you guys find out a way to make it possible.
I for myself won't say a name, I will wait what comes out of the box and I will enjoy the surprise!
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Just to throw it out there, a few years back in the trade the guy didn't send to Danny in England. I made a make up Bow for him and to send it from Chicago to England it was $187. I believe that package overall was 66 inches long. Blackhawk and pearly who are running the trade set up a fundraiser to help send the Bow. They gave out links to my PayPal account and people transferred money from PayPal to PayPal. Obviously that's an extreme amount of money to have to fork out to send your end and for most of us that's not feasible. But if there are a few guys that get in on this that live outside of the country if we get just a few people to thrown in 5, 10, 20 bucks each it goes real fast. I personally only want to ship within the lower 48 and Canada for the cost but I'd be more than willing to throw a few bucks towards a fundraiser or receive a few bucks to help get some of these out of the country guys in on the trade. While I would not be the one to set it up I could have my wife deposit money in someones PayPal account for me. I would be game to help support that if that's what it takes to get a few of these guys in
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Well, I see I provoke some issues.
pauly is right, it is my info also: sending a bow over the pond is about 200 bucks for shipping
Mods, please feel free to cancel my name from that list. It's your decision, no offends here. I don't want to make any problems to that great idea of this trade.
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Don't worry about it German guy. Your name is in the hat and shipping will be taken care of one way or another.
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Don't worry about it German guy. Your name is in the hat and shipping will be taken care of one way or another.
Yea, if a bunch of guys kick in a few bucks each it will be covered.
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Let's keep in mind that Simon has to send one here too. Both shipper and receiver should probably get a bit of help in extremes like this.
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Exactly my point guys. I would be glad to help donate to the shipper and to Simon to get Bows across the pond
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Hey all, i'm not in this but if someone can pm me . I would be more than happy to pitch in a few $ to help ship a stik.😄
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I'll kick in a few bucks for shipping for Simon or whomever is shipping to Simon.
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Yea, me too. I know that some countries have restrictions on overall length also. Anybody know what they are for Germany and England?
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Eddie
It's not that countries have restrictions, it's more that certain shippers have restrictions. For overseas countries you have to use business' like UPS or FedEx, I have used Purolator with excellent results. They are expensive though
P.S. You also have to remember the import duties when shipping outside your country, they can be pretty hefty with a high declared value
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I would be willing to pitch in for shipping. I'm excited to see some exceptional bows from such talented bowyers
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I would be glad to contribute to the overseas shipping fund.
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WOW …. fellers I'm speechless!
Your generosity and companionship makes me freeze at my back. This is a great place and you are great comrades. I'm really thankful I can take part and I will do my very best. Now can't wait til the game begins.
For shipping declaration:
To avoid custum payment, I've heard the package must be declared as a gift with value under 100 bucks.
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WOW …. fellers I'm speechless!
Your generosity and companionship makes me freeze at my back. This is a great place and you are great comrades. I'm really thankful I can take part and I will do my very best. Now can't wait til the game begins.
And here I thought these lugs were all knuckleheads! >:)
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You know I'll kick in for shipping
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Hmmmm...now what do I do? ??? ::)
Guys - It looks like BH wants to be wooed... 8) :o >:D
OneBow
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We are knuckleheads, Scott, we're just generous knuckleheads. ;)
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I can throw in a few bucks into the pot also
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I'll pitch in for shipping also.
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Seems a bit redundant to say that I'll pitch in as well. I have no doubt that as a group we can cover something like that with out breaking a sweat. Small price to pay for having Simon in the mix.
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X2! :)
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I'll pitch in as well on the shipping.
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We'll have a bow going both ways.
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Yeah were gonna help both ways pat
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Hey knucklehead, uh I mean Blackhawk, you have to be woooed, I didn't know you were so special. ;-)
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Well, Chris. If you'd seen Dave Cheney showing off your trade bow at our bowyer's gathering you might feel a little more inspired to join. That think was sweet! I got to shoot it.
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I had to ship overseas in a previous trade years ago so I am with Paul, I'm only willing to ship within NA but will chip in to help
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Put me on the "Pitch-In" list.
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I'm itching to see who I get to make a bow for. Get to work, Ryan! >:D
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It's Monday. ;)
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I will kick in for shipping also.
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I've got my pick.
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I got my recipients name!
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Got my name, game on!
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Alrighty, everyone should know who they are building for.
If you don't or there's an issue please hit me up. I'm still waiting on a couple mailing addresses,
so if your one of those guys please send it to me.
I can't wait to see these bows 😎
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Got my name! Time to get to work!
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Are we supposed to post teasers or progress reports?
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Got my recipients name also. Looking forward t getting started.
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Got mine, and so it begins
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Steve, I think it would be awesome if guys posted some teasers.
I'm currently processing some sinew for mine, I'll post some pics tonight
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Got the name of my victim and I'm really excited to build one for this guy. Hope I can put one together that the poor sucker will enjoy owning. ;D ;D
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Got a couple options opened up. The first is a streaky Osage that is still a little green. Probably should get some hot box time before going any further with it.
(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s670/cotton7611/5F54FB31-3E7A-4F0D-81E0-3FE9E716471D_zpsqgdbqezp.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/cotton7611/media/5F54FB31-3E7A-4F0D-81E0-3FE9E716471D_zpsqgdbqezp.jpg.html)
The second is a nicely seasoned stick that has a little more character to it.
(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s670/cotton7611/8B05315A-29D4-419C-AFFD-56DDEB69751E_zpsrkvmlt0l.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/cotton7611/media/8B05315A-29D4-419C-AFFD-56DDEB69751E_zpsrkvmlt0l.jpg.html)
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Both will be brought along until theyre shootin before making a decision. There's a good chance I'm gonna see my victim at one of the summer events this year so I have my timeline.
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Got my name,thank's! I don't usually build much in the winter but I think the excitement will get the better of me!lost my stave pile to fungus last. Summer,not sure if all is lost?got some feelers out if need be for some wood.
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Scooter, that top pic is purty.
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Got mine. Thanks wizardgoat
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Well, I drew one of those guys who will be very hard to impress. I found an extra large honeysuckle stave I will be cutting tomorrow, not too many of these in circulation. I will have a back up ready just in case I can't get it dried in time.
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Just found the perfect reason to re-start this project.
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Oh damn.
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Got my victims name and started in on a pair of yew billets. I hope he likes a little character. Josh
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Got my name, I'm stoked. I think it will be really fun making a bow for this guy. Time to dig around in my stave pile and see what calls out to me.
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well shoot,, i got my name,, he aint real purty, and has high standards and probably hard to please,,, guess i will have to do the best i can,,,, hope in the end after the trade he dont end up being one of them gripers.... like mullet :o :o
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James, I know just who you have now. Too many clues. "he aint real purty" gave it away for me.
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I'm going to pick out a couple of staves tomorrow and see what I can come up with.
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Got quite a bit done today. Reduced a belly piece of Ipe to floor tiller, rough flattened a backing strip and steam bent two recurve hooks to be spliced in..
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James, I know you weren't talking about me, I know I'm still purty, your wife told me. And I have a few of your bows.
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James, I know just who you have now. Too many clues. "he aint real purty" gave it away for me.
I didn't think Blackhawk joined this trade ;D
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oh eddie,, i was talking about the other mullet,,,you know like the other pat b
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Only one of each of us, James. I thought you were making a bow for yourself. ;D
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I got an intimidating guy to build a bow for! Thought why not try something new.
I roughed this yew stave out a few months ago and used steam for all the bends.
The sapwood had some damage, so I decrowned it and planned to sinew back it.
I dug it out last week and laid down the first course, I'll do 1 more layer, maybe 2.
Its about 52" long, I've never made a 5 curve, if it doesnt work out I usually make 2 or 3 bows at a time ;)
(http://i1370.photobucket.com/albums/ag255/wizardgoat/IMG_6980_zpsixa025nm.jpg) (http://s1370.photobucket.com/user/wizardgoat/media/IMG_6980_zpsixa025nm.jpg.html)
(http://i1370.photobucket.com/albums/ag255/wizardgoat/IMG_7017_zpsmhmqvyct.png) (http://s1370.photobucket.com/user/wizardgoat/media/IMG_7017_zpsmhmqvyct.png.html)
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So you got me James, I fit the ant pretty part anyway. Of course I know a lot of names on this list that fit that :o:) Got my name yesterday, didn't get much info on what he wants so I guess I will just do what I want him to have. ;) :) :) Great guy and I will be proud to build a bow for him, just hope he like it. Got some nice 15 + year old Osage that has been seating around just waiting for a special occasion. :)
Pappy
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That looks wicked goat!
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Guess ii could call this one plan A.i like to make a few before I pick one.
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There's already some good looking bows being built. I got my recipient. This one's going to be a challenge. :'(
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I have some 20 year old Osage from Michigan that I will probably use. One set of billets has a really nice natural recurve to the tips that I am thinking of making into a take down
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg15/bamboo_archer/IMG_0834_zpsuayxk62r.jpg) (http://s244.photobucket.com/user/bamboo_archer/media/IMG_0834_zpsuayxk62r.jpg.html)
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Wow. Very exciting to see what's being made here. Seems like this will be a pretty epic trade.
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Glad to see you have an open mind enough to realize what this swap is meant to be, and not what a few guys around here think it is.
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I think it'll be great to see all of the work, as well. It's already shaping up to be a great time browsing through all the posts and pics! It's good to know plenty of people from one trade has expressed interest in the other trades, too.
I have a feeling with 3 trades going on, it'll make looking at the Bow of the Month fun!
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Well, I got off my boney arse and started. ;D I found a splinter that came off another stave that was too big to throw away or make kindling out of. It's osage, 60" t/t and 3/4" at the widest. It has a couple of layers of sapwood on the back but I haven't decided if I'll leave it on or not. I was thinking about deflexing the handle and sweeping the limbs into reflex from there. If I can keep it stable I don't think I'll have trouble making weight. I'll post a few pics a bit later.
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Potential pieces gathered. Some hickory backing strips in there too but I'll probably go with the Ash. It's a lot more cured.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_0414_zpsmazlxpb0.jpg)
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I dug all the way to the bottom of my private stash and set aside a handful of staves. After looking them over closely I narrowed it down to these two. Both have knot holes in them. One is dark red and was cut sometime in the 90's. The other came from BlackHawk. I'm getting ready to cut them to rough bow dimensions and then start chasing a ring.
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Outlawstaves/20160126_134901_zpstw3urqr1.jpg) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/Outlawstaves/media/20160126_134901_zpstw3urqr1.jpg.html)
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Why that hurry fellers?
Cool down, the date is July 15. Not next week ... 8) 8) 8)
O.K., interesting what you all are doing.
I'm not sure what I should build for my repicient ...
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Simon it's not that I'm in a hurry so much as its a point that all my higher priority projects are in my truck...which is broke down again in a shop out on the road and I just came home. So I started on this to keep out of the house and away from daycare diaper duty. Now that's a crappy job! Anyway here's the first candidate. A pair of yew billets that Ryan sent me. They're about 20 to 30 rpi and have just a little wiggle to them. Initially I planned to straighten them out, but decided the bow should reflect the bowyer somewhat so I left it a little bent and twisted. I have the sleeves fitting nicely, but not glued in and I'm getting close to floor tiller. Here's the progress so far. Josh
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Wow there's some sweet projects going on.
Josh, very cool to see those billets being put to use!
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Lots of take down recipes so far, I dig, dig, diggity that!
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pearly you gotta be from the throwback days,,,lol lol dig,diggty,dig hahaha,,, you ole hippy you
you ever watch dobbie gillus???
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Im not old enough to be a true blue collar hippy, but do have a few hippy tendency's :)
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ok just hippy at heart ::)
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James, as old as he is the closest he got to Dobie Gillis is Gilligan's Island.
I'm having a hard time deciding what to go with. I have a nice piece of Cascara and a piece of Hackberry and of course, Osage. I've never worked Hackberry or Cascara, might just try something different.
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Funny you mention that Eddie, Im watching Gilligans Island right now, no BS. Been recording it for a while!
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LOL, Denver Pyle played a Beatnik in Dobie Gillis, way before your time.
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Bob Denver :laugh:
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Maynard G. Krebs
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Give you one guess what Im whipping up with these ingredients. I have started and stopped this too many times. Its time to finish it, and for good reason. I need to get some smoove on ordered for the bezel overlays.
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I knew that name was wrong when I typed it. Been watching too much Andy Of Mayberry :-).
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Some nice looking staves going on here - should make some nice bows! What kind of stave is that Chris? ;) That should be cool - looking forward to seeing that come together.
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Your killing me Eddie.... :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
DBar
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Chris, I'm itching to see what that riser looks like after you get it cut out. Purple Heart and??
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Goncola alvas (s?)
Every time I see your "Stringman" I start humming "Spoonman" :) One of those great 90's albums.
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Pulled 5 osage staves out when I got back to the shop today and looked 'em over while scratching my head and thinking about what I want to build. I have an idea of two options for what I want to build and one may require a pretty clean stave to work with and my osage don't look so clean. Won't know if I have the stave for that option until I start removing bark and sapwood. With any luck I won't have to reduce all 5 staves before I find what I'm looking for. :)
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That's gonna be killer Pearl, I'm likeing that pile of p a rts that patm posted as well, i have a lretty clean ossge stave as my first choice, man have y'all noticed the traffic on the site. It's awesome
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Every time I see your "Stringman" I start humming "Spoonman" :) One of those great 90's albums.
Great, now I'll be doing that, thanks a heap, lol. Can't wait to see "stringmaaaaan, come together with his plan, stringman".....lol
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I googled it and listened, but I couldn't even hear a tune.. Young kids and their music! ::)
>:D 8)
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Woah Drums! That'll be saweeeeeeeeeeeet!
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I googled it and listened, but I couldn't even hear a tune.. Young kids and their music! ::)
>:D 8)
You aren't a fan of Soundgarden?
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I googled it and listened, but I couldn't even hear a tune.. Young kids and their music! ::)
>:D 8)
You aren't a fan of Soundgarden?
Blasphemer!
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That SG album ranks right up there with Appetite from GNR and Long Cold Winter from Cinderella. What a great generation of music. It all went south after that. Junk hip hop, whiney "rock" from abused kids and junk "country". Yuck....gimme some DAC, Hank, Roger, Merle and Conway over any of that crap country from '95 on. Cept singer/songwriter Mr. Will Harrisons work :)
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That SG album ranks right up there with Appetite from GNR and Long Cold Winter from Cinderella. What a great generation of music. It all went south after that. Junk hip hop, whiney "rock" from abused kids and junk "country". Yuck....gimme some DAC, Hank, Roger, Merle and Conway over any of that crap country from '95 on. Cept singer/songwriter Mr. Will Harrisons work :)
Count me in on that. SG was pretty good not to mention, WH
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I spent most of the day with a goose neck scraper and a rounded off scissor half working around a few knots on my trade bow plan A & B. I slapped a coat of poly on them to seal the backs. There is quite a difference in color.
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Those look great Clint!
Patrick
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Nice pair Clint, I been searching for clean wood , ??? looks like you went in another direction. ;) :)
Pappy
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Just admit it Chris, your cheap and want to save on shipping.
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I still haven't decided on a certain design yet, so I have been working on 3 totally different bows.
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Nice pair Clint, I been searching for clean wood , ??? looks like you went in another direction. ;) :)
Pappy
What are you talking about Pappy? That is clean wood ;D
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Looks like you guys are working on some serious wood.
And seems like it's gonna be a t/d show. I'm too thinking on a t/d, one good reason is: the shipping is a lot easier.
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Just admit it Chris, your cheap and want to save on shipping.
Alas Mr. Details! I already plan to ship it assembled just so my guy has ZERO clues :)
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Hope I can ship mine from my hand to his. ;) ;D ;D
Pappy
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Here are a few pics of the bow I hope will come out well. If I do my part I know I can make weight. Photobucket has been messing with me so I hope these come out.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/IMG_0022_zpsphw7vzlf.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/IMG_0022_zpsphw7vzlf.jpg.html)
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Nice Pat, that's a narrow bow wow
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3/4" at the widest. You know, it don't take much osage to make a hunting weight bow! ;)
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I'm curious to see what you make out of that stick Pat.
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Looking great Pat. I had a shot at a great buck that jumped the string on me this year with the bow you made. Still shooting great with well over 1000 arrows through it. Can't wait to see what you come up with
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Cool Matt. Love hearing about my offspring. Maybe next time.
Like I said, she'll make weight, Clint. Wish me luck. ;)
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Thanks to Wizard, Mullet, and Drums, for heading this up. Looking forward to seeing all of the beautiful bows that come of it. :)
I would be happy to throw some money into the international shipping hat.
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Thanks. With this group I don't think it will be too much work. Wiz's is the guiding light.
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I bet we will have time to draw names twice before July comes :)
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I got mine roughed out, chaised a ring on one for a backup but by the time i got a good ring it was a little narrow for what i wanted, but it will make a great stave for the bow my grandson asked to build
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Here's what I have started. A nice piece of Osage and a Vine Maple take-down for a back up.
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Mighty fine looking stave mullet!trees bearing fruit this time of year is so far from my reality! :'(!
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Gotta get some good wood shipped to me after losing. My stave pile!the Canadian dollar is in the crapper though!
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Yea, lemons are falling faster then I can pick them.
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Got my first victim all laid out and ready to cut some string nocks, was going to do that yesterday evening but got side tracked by the big storm that rolled through TN. Yesterday.
Hope to get it on the long string today. :-\ Nice piece of Osage cut in 2002 roughed out in 2008 so it is well seasoned. ;) Pictures later. :)
Pappy
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I haven't done any work on my trade bow lately. The weather has been warm so I've been doing outside work.
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I'm finishing up a vine maple bow for Art. Once that's finished I'm going to get to work on this trade bow. I still haven't decided what to make yet.
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Exactly my point guys. I would be glad to help donate to the shipper and to Simon to get Bows across the pond
As usual, am late on the take up ...... but for sure will help out on the shipping!
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I'm flip flopping like a flounder out of water. So my question to my guy is: Do you want an osage self static? Or, a 3 piece TD with self osage limbs?
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Know what I'd want . . .. . . . . . . ???
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Both...
Seriously though, if it were for me, I would take the static. Tough choice though
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I'm flip flopping like a flounder out of water. So my question to my guy is: Do you want an osage self static? Or, a 3 piece TD with self osage limbs?
I'll take the three piece please. I swear you're starting to think it's not a self bow. >:D
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Static please, ;) I got nocks cut on mine and on the long string this week, I am on hold right now, kind of strange the wood was cut in 2002 and roughed out a few years later, so dry and seasoned it is. I noticed yesterday just some slight drying checks around the handle area where I had come down to fresh wood. So I sealed all exposed areas and going to wait a few day for the weather to damping up a bit, it is dry as it gets in TN. right now. This wood has been in the rafters over my bench for years. Strange. :)
Pappy
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You guys aren't helping anything :)
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Guess that means it wasn't me. ;) ;D ;D
Pappy
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Still looking for the right stave for my victim, removed bark and chased rings on 4 osage staves in the past week only to find flaws in the way of building what I want. Funny how osage can look somewhat promising with the bark still on and be so flawed underneath sometimes. I have plenty more staves so the search will go on.
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I'm flip flopping like a flounder out of water. So my question to my guy is: Do you want an osage self static? Or, a 3 piece TD with self osage limbs?
Make an three piece with osage static limbs! Crisis averted! ;)
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I have pretty well settled on what I will make but don't have time to work on it right now
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Static
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Static
I am not :)
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Chris, I'd lean toward the 3 piece. I've seen your magic on selfbows and obviously that wouldn't be a bad choice, but I think you should try to finish this T/D and if you're not satisfied then go back to the static.
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Pretty much what Scott said. I'd be plumb tickled with whatever came out of your efforts. I'm sort of undecided as well. I will finish out the yew takedown and I also have a character ridden humpy lumpy roller coaster yew stave that I'll be starting on as another option. Whichever comes out the best will go to my victim. Josh
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Likewise, trucker. I'm sure whatever you come up with will be gorgeous and shoot just as gorgeous.
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Well, if it's me, you should make both and send me which ever one is better. ;) Just kidding. That's a tough call. I've seen your statics and would be proud to own one of those but I'm curious about the takedown as well.
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Ha! So long as its not a 3 piece like your erc bows tend to come out like.
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Do you feel like being challenged or like recreating one of your signature styles?
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It really doesn't matter to me. Any bow from this group is liable to be kind'a good.
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@drummer man:
Just make a Pearlie bow if it's me. Everything is o.k.
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Btw.
I've found a parcel service shipping to USA for only 36€. But the package must be under 48" in length - crying for a take down.
I'm still searching what is best for declaration (which is a must) for the US customs affairs (tax?). Probably declare as a gift with value under 100$. Does anyone know what is the best? I don't want my repicient paying much for his stick.
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After a bit of research I think I know what to make for my guy. Any body apposed to a arrow rest(not a shelf)? Simon. I have declared a bow I shipped south of the border as a ( ornamental art bow) with a value of 25$ with no charge incurred to the recipient.
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I'd probably prefer one of your statics Chris but would also like to see how the 3 price project turns out. Guess know you'll have to finish them both and decide . Yeah basically word for word with what Welyin said.
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The "streak" got some curves over the weekend. >:D
(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s670/cotton7611/F5157FA5-E73F-4E38-BAC6-D221A68509E9_zpsy1ked7rr.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/cotton7611/media/F5157FA5-E73F-4E38-BAC6-D221A68509E9_zpsy1ked7rr.jpg.html)
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Still needs some more heat work, but it's getting closer.
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Worked like a charm scooter, looks good.
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Scott, I really like that form for deflex. I will steal that idea. Now all I need is some straight staves...
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Bushy- I'd be ok with a rest if your building for me even though I shoot off the hand all the time knowing full well that I would likely shoot better with a rest or shelf.
Looking good Scott, I like that handle deflex caul you have there.
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Yeah man, thats one cool caul. Curves look great.
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I love how that came out! I wonder how sharp a curve you could put in the handle with that method.
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Nice, Scott! Did ya use steam to bend that chunky handle/fades section?
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These trades threads are like HUGE build alongs! Grrrrreat!!
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Man, you guys are up to some owwwsomeness around here. I hadn't really looked looked since I been too busy on my own trade goodies and stuff.
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Yep used steam...
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Pearly, you can put me down for a classic PD static. :)
I haven't zeroed in on any single stave yet. I have been going through a lot but havent had one really call out to me yet. There is this one pair of yew billets though...
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Nice work on the handle deflex, Stringman! I'll have to try that sometime.
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The weather turned back cold so I stayed inside and did a lot of rasping on my trade bow. I cleaned up the edges and then started on the limb taper. This red osage is some dense wood. The limbs are barely bending when trying to check the floor tiller. It doesn't take much wood to get a good bow from this stuff.
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Outlawstaves/20160210_184315_zpsuiaelnle.jpg) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/Outlawstaves/media/20160210_184315_zpsuiaelnle.jpg.html)
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It has thin rings so the belly should end up looking pretty cool.
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Clint that looks like some thin ring dense red sage....thats some good wood right there. bet it's heavy......
DBar
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It's got some weight to it. There is still a lot of extra meat in the handle so that is adding to it.
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I can smell Indiana osage a mile away.
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I got to get going on mine. But now it's small game season and it's got cold, in the thirties last nite. A real good time to shoot tree rats.
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Looks Great Scott and Clintster! I think Im going to go for a D/R too if I can find a suitable piece of wood.
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<snip>But now it's small game season and it's got cold, in the thirties last nite. <snip>
Yes, my cousin in the Keys was complaining about the FRIGID temps they were having to endure. Clean down into the 50's... ::) ::) ::)
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Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh, they keys. Best place in the world.
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Hate to steal away from the thread but I just got some shocking news from a guy named James and wanted to verify its authenticity.
Mullet, are you a male exotic dancer really? :-*
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If he is, i know what i am getting my wife for Valentine's day.
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Dubois, I gave it some thought but then My cuz' James told me he made more money as a Female
Impersonator.
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She does?
Well, I'm glad you decided to stop when you did :-\
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When did this thread make a sharp turn? :o
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I've seen him dance. :o Pretty damn exotic! ;)
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I think they've all finished their bows and don't have anything to talk about :) :)
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ADD sucks.....I like this one a lot, to. Very solid, very clean, and very old.
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Looks like you made a decision on which bow to build
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This thing is cool A-a-ron. Its dark from age, has thin rings so the belly side looks very cool as it feathers out and sways side to side. This will be the most challenging build yet for me. I'll get the dog leg out with steam.
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Good luck with getting that one lined up Pearly. I know you will tame it down into a bow.
I started to scrape away on the red bow with the knot holes. A few minutes into it and something shiny caught my eye. It's a chunck of lead. I thought it was a small pellet and tried to dig it out. It looks like a little bit larger size shot. The deeper I dug the bigger it got. I was wondering why there wasn't any knots on the belly side of those holes. Now it makes sense. Somebody peppered this tree with a shotgun probably in the 70's or 80's. I'll keep scraping away at it. I'm not sure how deep they are. Might be a chance those are .22 rounds. This will make the second time I've found ammo inside of a stave.
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I'm betting .22 Clint, how many do you think is in it
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So those 3 "knots" on the left stave are really bullet wounds?
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It's looking that way Aaron. I'm guessing there are more than 3 bullets in it. The one I've uncovered is just a small knot on the back. It isn't one of the bigger holes. This one must have penetrated deeper than the other ones. I hope I can leave some of them in the limbs. That would look cool. I'm thinking they are .22's.
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Outlawstaves/20160213_122301_zpsyvsdifno.jpg) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/Outlawstaves/media/20160213_122301_zpsyvsdifno.jpg.html)
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That's pretty cool
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Thats pretty cool Clint! Just proves you can't kill Osage even with a gun!
Patrick
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A 16 gauge slug bounces off osage trees Patrick. I found that out last deer season when my son missed a nice buck. We found the flattened slug at the base of an osage tree. A 44 mag. will blow right through 2" of osage.
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I whipped it up good today, lots of free time in the shop. Tillering this thing will be a nightmare, but worth it IF it decides to hold up.
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That looks awesome pearly...can't wait to see how she turns out!
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Those two take-down limbs are still jumping up and down in the background. "What about us?"
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That ones gonna be a challenge Chris, looks like you're off to a good start with the straightening though.
I saw that stave blank in person a couple weeks ago guys and can say Pearly is in for some fun getting a string on that baby.
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I think you fades are too short. I've been advised by experts >:D >:D >:D >:D
That's going to be a beauty PD. I love crooked bows :D
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That's already taking shape, going to be fun for sure
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I think you fades are too short. I've been advised by experts >:D >:D >:D >:D
That's going to be a beauty PD. I love crooked bows :D
I hope this is just a case of misunderstanding what you're trying to say, but it looks like to me that you asked for advice and you are now mocking those that offered you some? I hope that's not the case. Pearly that crooked stick is ubercool! I'm really digging that baby! I hope to get a little time to work on mine when I get home next weekend. So far, the sleeves are epoxied and its at floor tiller. Lots of cool looking projects coming together so far! Josh
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No not at all!! I thought he was pulling my chain over on the other thread so I was just pulling back a bit. Apologies if needed. Sorry.
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Pearlie doesn't pull chains, he pushes them.
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He may push but deep down he's softer than a baby's bottom. Pulling out some wood tonight and I've had some dead standing snakey billets laying around. Just enough character to make it interesting but not so much to make it unpredictable. Gonna get them cleaned up and deside weather on glue them together or making a takedown. I've made a bunch of bows out of this batch and yet to be disappointed. Got my fingers crossed
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Looks like a nice set of billets Pauly. I've seen plenty of your bows from that stuff, even the gnarly ones hold up nice and keep their shape.
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No not at all!! I thought he was pulling my chain over on the other thread so I was just pulling back a bit. Apologies if needed. Sorry.
It's cool. Clearly I missed the context. Josh
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There may be a few guys in the swap who remember that stave from 5 years ago (or so). Cody is one of them. It was given to me as a joke at our first gathering at Marty's. Each winter gathering I'd bring it back to Marty's and do a little more work on it, it started as a bark on stick. It has sat roughed out for 2 years now. Chasing a ring was by far the worst step so far, wow.....
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That's gonna be a very cool bow Pearlie.
I'll post a few pics this evening. I'm at low brace, flipped the tips yesterday and ready to move on. I'll check brace again and tip alignment. I think I'll need a little adjusting there.
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I made a bow out of a HHB stave many years ago that had a shotgun pellet embedded in the wood.
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I'm liking what I'm seeing on this thread
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Cold and snowy weekends are great for getting some bow work done. I got the back up bow to floor tiller and got the knot plug out of it. The hole angles through the limb and gets close to the edge on the belly side. I followed the grain around the knot on the back when I roughed it out. I couldn't see how it came out on the belly. I'm a little worried about it holding up.
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Outlawstaves/20160214_151616_zpspxcrnplh.jpg) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/Outlawstaves/media/20160214_151616_zpspxcrnplh.jpg.html)
It has another knot in the handle/fade. I'll make that the side of the arrow pass.
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I reflexed it on my caul and did a very light heat treat on the belly. I also did a gentle tip flip on the leaded bow.
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Looks like ya got it goin on!
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Some great looking projects going on!
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I got both bows reflexed, tips flipped, and overlays glued on. I'm really enjoying the build so far. I've never done a side by side project like this. I'll see which bow turns out the best and mail that one to my trade victim.
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Looking good so far Clint
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I have a osage selfbow in the works and a boo backed tri lam as the second bow, today i got the boo prepped and lams cut and made a new form for it(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/wills%20bow/20160215_163829_HDR_zpszxjsppd7.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/wills%20bow/20160215_163829_HDR_zpszxjsppd7.jpg.html)
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Nice profiles on those bows Clint.
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Thanks Badger and Greg.
Bubby, the form looks good. I can't wait to see it all glued up.
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Thanks Clint
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Looking good fellas
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Now, just pray it stays together......I can feel already I'm going to be a few pounds under my target weight, but I wouldn't kick it out of bed for eating crackers.
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Very cool Chris
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Looks like your well on the way to shaping that into a beauty Chris. Handles sweet and that grain feathering looks mighty nice as well.
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I'm excited to see that one start bending pearly.
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Your such a tease pearly, thats looking really good
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Oh boy! The actions picking up now!! I like the horn lam on ur handle Chris. Can't wait to see the tri lam, Bub.
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I need to tweak the horns shape a bit. It will have more of a tear drop look when I'm done. It feels great and I doubt it will slip around.
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Decision time!
(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s670/cotton7611/8F1E90CD-EDBB-40DE-80BE-8939BAF78DF2_zpsaiaiydi7.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/cotton7611/media/8F1E90CD-EDBB-40DE-80BE-8939BAF78DF2_zpsaiaiydi7.jpg.html)
This little dream boat has the earmarks of being a speedy little devil and made for perforating your local whitetail. While the peaches and cream appearance of this streaky Osage is gonna stand out with a coat of sealer on it, it might be a better hunting bow with a high end set of skins breaking up the outline. I need your vote to help make the decision.
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Skins!!!!!
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Skins!!!!!
Agree
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Skins!! You can still see the striations in the wood from the side
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seldom see that much consensus here.
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Yep, skin it
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Decision time! <snip> While the peaches and cream appearance of this streaky Osage is gonna stand out with a coat of sealer on it, it might be a better hunting bow with a high end set of skins breaking up the outline. I need your vote to help make the decision.
Being as I take my voting responsibility VERY SERIOUSLY and feel that is incumbent upon the voter to thoroughly research the options set before him prior to making a commitment to one idea or another, 8) >:D ;D ;) I'll need you to send me the bow to examine it VERY carefully prior to rendering such a decision. I promise to have it back to you by the second Tuesday of next November. 8) 8) 8)
OneBow
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Things are looking good, Guys. Lots of nice bow starts here.
I got "Skinny Mimi" to brace height just fine. Then I flipped the tips, added black horn overlays braced it and :o each tip went a different direction so I quickly unbraced her and I'll let my brain digest the situation before continuing.
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I hate when that happens, Pat.
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Things are looking good, Guys. Lots of nice bow starts here.
I got "Skinny Mimi" to brace height just fine. Then I flipped the tips, added black horn overlays braced it and :o each tip went a different direction so I quickly unbraced her and I'll let my brain digest the situation before continuing.
Please let us know what you do to correct it :) :)
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Things are looking good, Guys. Lots of nice bow starts here.
I got "Skinny Mimi" to brace height just fine. Then I flipped the tips, added black horn overlays braced it and :o each tip went a different direction so I quickly unbraced her and I'll let my brain digest the situation before continuing.
Narrow limb bows don't like high string tension and that is what happened when you flipped the tips. String tracking has to be near perfect for that to work.
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Run a kerf then insert bone or horn into the kerf to add stability. You can do the same thing if you put plates on either side but kerfs look kooler. 8)
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That bow looks fantastic Scott. If the belly and back grain looks as good as it does on the sides I'd vote for naked backing and just slip a pair on limbs covers on hunting days.
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Yeah, I'll have to study her, maybe even remove some or all of the flips. I'll keep you posted as I go along.
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Some serious projects are going on - I need to come along ....
Have some work on my bench, but will post soon what I've done so far ...
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My snaky osage project blew into 3 or 4 pieces last night, quite violently . Im looking at a few other options now.
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My snaky osage project blew into 3 or 4 pieces last night, quite violently . Im looking at a few other options now.
Dang!!! I was looking forward to seeing that one finished
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Snake bows are a bear, sometimes. The tiller was very close and I was only out to 24-25". Sheet happens!
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3 piece Pearly!
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He just finished a three piece.
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You got that right! Finished throwing it in the burn pile :)
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Bummer buddy!
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I had a feeling on this one. I don't break many bows anymore that surprise me. Most have a skeptical area or two that you watch the whole time, just waiting. This one was that. I had a friend over to work on his first bow the last few nights. I saved the explosion for him to witness :)
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I saved the explosion for him to witness :)
Hope he didn't dampen his drawers.
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We both jumped, even knowing it was inevitable.
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I saved the explosion for him to witness :)
Hope he didn't dampen his drawers.
DEPENDS are the scetchy wood bowyer's friend! Those, safety goggles, and hard hats should be recommended industry best practices!
I can see the PA magazine advertisements now...
"Just because your Yellow Wood shatters at Full Draw, you shouldn't have to explain yellow stains in your dungarees!"
or
"Now with extra testicular region padding to protect from unwanted flying fragment impacts!"
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"Endorced by senior bowyers everywhere"
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"Also great for those times when you just don't want to have stop or leave the project to run into the house and pee."
OneBow
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For when those yellow stains arent just osage dust...
Grab the brand you understand and can trust...
Primitive leak proof loin guards, thats the brand!
When you need to go but cant spare an extra hand
Now with extra testicular fortitude sewn righ in
So you need not fear when the bow wont bend!
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Makes bracing a wonder and full draw a pleasure!
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Remember....Bowcup.....Standard Bowcup, Kevlar Bowcup, and the new Primitive Bowcup made with genuine sinew.
Just say, "Bowcup is my cup!" For those times when you don't want to leave a good impression.
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Here is my attempt on the trade so far.
I decided to make a take down for two reasons. First it is a lot easier to ship over the pond, the second is it looks cool and this bow is thought to be a hunting bow - so perhaps another good reason as the transport into the bush is also simple.
My thoughts about a bushbow are: not too long, dull finish with natural colors or camo, low stress design to allow leaving the bow braced the hunting session long – so no reflex or just a bit, a fast design – a static or a r/d, no fancy things – it should be a working horse.
Here we go:
This is my last suitable short stave, if it don't work I need to cut a lfull length stave.
Splitting into sister billets went without problems, the piece is nearly straight
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%201%20von%2022_zpsqeke7wsi.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%202%20von%2022_zpseuacrmzu.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%203%20von%2022_zpsvkyomxvz.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%204%20von%2022_zpsh9nvn4og.jpg)
Shortened the lower limb 2”
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%205%20von%2022_zpsz69hsjwr.jpg)
the billets with the prepared homemade sleeves. As you can see I have improved the sleeves by cutting an angle at the joint. This allows a longer way inside and gives a lot more of stability. I really don't like if the limbs are waggly when unbraced.
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%206%20von%2022_zpsdqp87cen.jpg)
Also made new cauls for the steaming
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%207%20von%2022_zpsbypggmho.jpg)
here already steamed and laying together in the desired shape r/d
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%208%20von%2022_zpskqlcou69.jpg)
The inner ends
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%209%20von%2022_zpsbsqphryh.jpg)
The back with guide lines for side taper
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2010%20von%2022_zpsskq4ky90.jpg)
Side
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2011%20von%2022_zpswxxkbx6r.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2012%20von%2022_zpsccjkiiit.jpg)
Now for the funky part. As said I will try r/d design. So the limbs should reach the sleeves in an angle, not parallel to the back ring. Next challenge is to get the 45° joint matching,. You can see some lines a s guide for sawing and shaping. The red line is the chased back ring, near the handle I have left some additional rings to have some wood to play with. Or in other words the room in the sleeves must be filled to get a good fit and the back ring (here is the most stress) must have to lay deeper to avoid cutting off in front of the sleeve. The sawline of the two cut off shims is the direction the sleeves will have. Parallel to the black guide line in the middle. Hope you can follow my crude words …
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2015%20von%2022_zpsna3wmcf2.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2013%20von%2022_zps0pzceod7.jpg)
Here you see the desired design, the limbs laying in position. If you look close you can see that the sleeve direction isn'tt parallel to the string. The plan is the let the upper limbcoming in the sleeve in a bit steeper angle than the bottom. This allows to hold the handle canted a bit forward on the upper end, or short: a more recurve grip. Background is the sleeves are always a bit boring, a non shaped geometric thing looking non natural.
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2017%20von%2022_zpsaly4r3lp.jpg)
working on the 45° cut
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2018%20von%2022_zpswjfapwlz.jpg)
the lower limb, fitting the large sleeve
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2019%20von%2022_zpsykmbzlqd.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2020%20von%2022_zpsia4jevyb.jpg)
checking the joint
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2021%20von%2022_zpst7c08afz.jpg)
the upper ready, perfect fit
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2022%20von%2022_zpsdhzrtsfy.jpg)
Next steps (no pics) were taper side, taper thickness, tiller, and into the fuming pipe - will try a faded coloring again ...
hope it works - we will see in about 10 days
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You got that right! Finished throwing it in the burn pile :)
That sucks, Pearlie. That stick was looking nice ....
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Looks like you are making some great progress on your bow Simson.
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That is going to be a real sweetie, Simon. I've never glued in deflex, but plan to very soon. Your pictures and descriptions are also great, it helps a lot of folks see things and understand things that words cant describe.
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Great work Simon......I'm watching and learning
Thanks
DBar
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Excellent design Simon, I bet that is gonna be a killer bow when done. Also, well done on the pics and descriptions of the whole process.
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Profile looks killer Simon and your theory and execution on the sleeve layout is great
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Stellar work guys! 8)I should receive a stave of vm and osage from wizard goat(ryan) very soon and I will get going on this.On a side note I wedged one of my suspect skinny elm staves(mold damaged? )between a couple of trees and bent it about 75 degrees before it cracked. Ever so slightly so i'm gonna maybe try a bow out of it to see what happens.thoughts are welcome on the elm.thank's bush!
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Cool thing about seeing all these bows being built, I know who is receiving them :)
As I wait for plan A to season up a bit more, I'm going to get going on plan B and C.
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Very cool Simon, fun seeing the progress
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I'm back at it this morning(afternoon) guys...straightening out previously bent osage. Lets see if this plan works. ;D
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That look's like a Bad a$$ bow, Simson.
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Wel I have an osage selfbow in the works and this(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160221_165826_HDR_zpsclekcllm.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160221_165826_HDR_zpsclekcllm.jpg.html)
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It seems like getting an osage bow to blwo into 3-4 pieces is an accomplishment in itself. It had to have been close to perfect to do that. Sorry to hear... it does happen, and it is never easy.
3 piece Pearly!
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Damn Simon. Up until this point, i was just fine focusing on the giving side of this exchange....
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Looking good everyone, sorry Pearl , but that does happen when working with a challenging piece of wood. :( I made a little head way on mine this weekend, braces and got it out to 20 inches at about 38 lbs looking for around 50@27 so plenty of wood left to work with,also back on the form for some R/D and string alignment. I will give it a few day to get over what I did to it and then finish tillering. ;)
Pappy
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Bubbly, that tip reflex looks good and in a good place for it. Now get those mids moving ;)
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Damn Simon. Up until this point, i was just fine focusing on the giving side of this exchange....
:laugh:
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Damn Simon. Up until this point, i was just fine focusing on the giving side of this exchange....
Don't lose focus Mr. Brown :)
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looking good gentlemen. Nice creative approach to the take down Simson. I just returned from 3 weeks of travel in Africa. Need to get caught up on some things but plan to bring my osage billets down to Haiti for something to do while working there in early March. I'll try to post some progress then.
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All but done. "Charity" just needs a few more coats of sealer and she's ready for the big dance.
(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s670/cotton7611/8F30299B-5C1C-4A0A-98DE-4BAAD810B904_zps89dej8ja.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/cotton7611/media/8F30299B-5C1C-4A0A-98DE-4BAAD810B904_zps89dej8ja.jpg.html)
(http://i1311.photobucket.com/albums/s670/cotton7611/2DD9635F-362F-46ED-8E4C-8F3E5B1A3B95_zpsp6t52eoq.jpg) (http://s1311.photobucket.com/user/cotton7611/media/2DD9635F-362F-46ED-8E4C-8F3E5B1A3B95_zpsp6t52eoq.jpg.html)
This stave came from my grampa's farm before he passed. The man taught me much in life, but above all he taught me to be generous, kind, and charitable with all people. This bow is in honor of him.
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Very nice Scott!!
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That bow looks great Scott. Awesome job on those skins.
Pappy, your picture made me excited about the Classic. That work bench sure has seen a lot of bows shaped on it.
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Now that looks like a beauty. :)
Pappy
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Whoever ends up with your creation Scott will be doing the happy dance, that bows a looker.
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I did notice that Scott's bow is right handed so I'll just admire the pics
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Amazing Scott. I love it
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Wow Scott your guy will love that.
Those skins on the handle look awesome
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Real nice looking progress so far guys! Scott the color on that Osage is gorgeous. I really need to get my rear in gear
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Thanks guys, probably not smart on my part to get er done so soon. Now I have to wait till summer to hand it off. 8)
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When is the hand off date?
I got the tips of mine straightened back out, took a little sideways bend from one tip and she holds brace well now.
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July 15 Pat
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That looks slick Scooter. I like it.
I have a great looking locust ready to tiller. I haven't made a locust bow in at least 3 years. The stave is from proven stock.
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(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160223_190202_HDR_zpsfcylrzua.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160223_190202_HDR_zpsfcylrzua.jpg.html)
Off the form riser glued up
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Bub, that looks wicked. Plain and simple.
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Thanks Pearl, now to make her bend
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What combo is that bubby?
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Aaron it's boo bl walnut yew with osage riser
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Aaron it's boo bl walnut yew with osage riser
That bow is a damn forest, lol!
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Thanks bubby. I guess everyone ships the same day?
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I might hedge my bet I have ine more pc if boo, might have to glue up another one, i can always take one to marshall
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I like this thread, great bows in progress. And Scott's finished is a looker!
When is the hand off date?
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So do we all ship one or two weeks before July 15 ?
The shipping over the pond needs about 14 days (I've been told).
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You can ship whenever your done building fella's.
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Pearly is right, July 15 is just the deadline, but I see no problem if guys want to finish and send early.
Bubby that glue up came out sweet
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Thanks Ryan
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(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160224_172854_HDR_zpszd4tdshj.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160224_172854_HDR_zpszd4tdshj.jpg.html)
All cleaned up and ready to tiller
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That looks great!
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Very smooth profile sir! Now make er bend! >:D
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Thats the plan Scott, thats the plan😜
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Sexy! 8)
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I like what you got started there bub, I bet it'll be a screamer when your done.
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Wow bubby, that is too cool. 8)
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Got this "Plan B" locust tillered and shooting out to my target weight and length. I didn't add much heat, just at the tips mostly with a few mild corrections laterally. It has no reflex, but boy, don't tell it that. It shoots amazing and dead calm.
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Looking good Bub and Drums. Fingers crossed!
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Nice job on that Pearl, locust is fast wood when used properly.
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Pearl that looks like a cobra ready to strike
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Sweet profile PD
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Really like that PD.
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Thanks guys. I figured after my locust comments on another thread were taken out of context, I had something to prove.
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She looks good Pearlie. Locust reacts well to tempering but it sounds like you may not need it on this bow.
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Looks awfully good sitting there braced Pearl.
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You know it, Pat. I am trying to limit the heat and I am trying to keep the belly grain gorgeous. It look so nice now I'd hate to blacken it.
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Nice pearly! I've made 2 BL bows and didn't heat treat either.
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Yours looks like a slick trick, but I'm done using BL...
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I don't mind it using once in a while. It reminds me to slow down when I tiller. One little misstep and you take set in a hurry.
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Still a bit of time,gonna try to tame this vinemaple first
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Nice natural reflex on that one BB
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She looks good Pearlie. Locust reacts well to tempering but it sounds like you may not need it on this bow.
I said the heck with it and tempered it yesterday. I will see how it reacted. If I don't like it? I'll start another bow. Hope I didn't do something stupid, it was shooting so nice.
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My first attempt is virtually complete except for more shooting and a finish. She is "Skinny Mini", she pulls right inside the lower range for my recipient. She is 60"t/t, about 3/4" at her widest, has one sapwood layer on the back and shoots well. Here are a few pics...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00015_zpsgodyqkty.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00015_zpsgodyqkty.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00016_zpsskxtvkin.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00016_zpsskxtvkin.jpg.html)
top limb is on the right...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00014_zpsku4fb9iw.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00014_zpsku4fb9iw.jpg.html)
...and my second choice. This is a special stave. It was one that belonged to Tom Brennan(TomB), the last one I have I think. Many here on PA knew Tom. Tom passed away a few years ago from a brain tumor. His son Patrick give me most of Tom's staves after his Death and I in turn shared them with many of Tom's friends.
This stave is 64"t/t but has a fork at one end. I think I can follow the main trunk though. It also has a few knots, pins and a heck of a reflex and twist at one end. The rings are nice. I spent all day yesterday removing bark and sapwood and getting down to one good ring for the back. Here she is...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00017_zpsiy2lyxfb.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00017_zpsiy2lyxfb.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00018_zps6hvlqudr.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00018_zps6hvlqudr.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00019_zps8xphj6uf.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00019_zps8xphj6uf.jpg.html)
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Looking good pat! 8)!got the vinemaple reduced to somewhat of a floor tiller,tried shaping it with localized steam with not much luck.gonna let it sit for a week or so before trying again.i cleaned up my elm subury style bow glued on some tulipwood tips.i have a skinny osage stave from ryan via Jon w that i'm gonna try a bendy.Not in a rush to ship,want to build a few before I chose the one that shoots the best
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Here's a pic
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skinny mini looks good pat
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She shoots nice too, bubby. I put about 25 arrows through her today. She's taken a little set but not bad.
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Some nice looking sticks yall got going, didn't get time for much tillering this weekend but did get it off the form and a little floor tillering. Looking good so far but still a long way to go. ;)
Pappy
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Drumster: That BL looks real sexy. It will be interesting to hear how it changes after heat treating. It's tough sometimes deciding whether to leave a bow as is or to go further with it.
PatB: Looking great. Sure like the profile of Skinny Mini.
BB: Good looking VM piece. Vine maple is challenging for me. But they're real nice when done.
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Love the profile on that un, Pappy! You ain't far from shootin on her.
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Nice curves pappy....that's lookin great!
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Well I've got a stave picked out for my victim. From a wood I don't think I've ever seen posted in PA before😏
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Got mine out to 38@18 yesterday, right on target as of now, if all goes well should be shooting it in by the weekend. :)
Pappy
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Mine is about wrapped up. I need to rub in one more coat of finish and stitch a grip on. I'll shoot it for a few days, then send her away.
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I've removed bark and sapwood on 5 osage staves, 1 buckthorn stave and 1 black locust stave looking for what I want and none of those seven staves made the grade. :( That sapwood removal on seasoned staves is a work out on the arms, especially with
the locust. Hope my strength holds out until I find what I'm looking for. ;D
Plenty of time left though so all is good.
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I've removed bark and sapwood on 5 osage staves, 1 buckthorn stave and 1 black locust stave looking for what I want and none of those seven staves made the grade. :( That sapwood removal on seasoned staves is a work out on the arms, especially with
the locust. Hope my strength holds out until I find what I'm looking for. ;D
Plenty of time left though so all is good.
I know what you mean bud. I've been working down some Osage sap and bark staves that are about 3 months old. It's like trying to take a rubber sole off of my work boots wit a draw knife! I'm a little sore to say the least.
Patrick
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Get that band saw ordered yet, Greg? :)
That locust you gave me is what I used for my trade bow. That's good, dense locust.
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Well i think i saw a piece of gregs locust in the rack yesterday, gonna have to get that down
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What bubby, you think I sent you the good stuff? >:D >:D
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I didn't say that Greg, infact i know its not i think its that first pc you sent, but all the wood you've sent has been good to me👍
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Yeah the batch that Chris is talking about was good stuff, that stuff from the year before wasn't quite the same quality.
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Well, I roughed out a really nice high ring count yew stave only to find a ring separation crack running the length of the stave. :( that's not going to get sent out to anybody.
Plan b is another nice yew stave that I roughed out tonight. Once I was finished on the bandsaw I saw a hole going clean through the limb, too close to the edge for comfort. :-\ I'm considering doing a plug. We'll see. Feeling a little discouraged right now.
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Here is the continue of my attempt (from page 22):
The stick was tillered, sanded and put in the fuming pipe for five days. I tried again to get a faded coloring and this time it went much better than in my recurve project (Nr. 70). I always let the stick damp out at least so long as it was in the pipe. In the meantime I worked on the handle. I didn't like the straight geometric lines of the handle and did several glued on pieces of leather for a mor sculpural look. But it all came out very bulky, so I decided for a extra thin salmon leather and some pieces leather laces to work out some finger grooves. The leather is more or less white, you can see the first layer of yellow color. Later more colors were applied to make it matching with the tips.The handle leather is soaked for 20 min and simple glued on. No stitching to remain as slim as possible. I use steel clamps from the bureau, these are wonderful tools – I use them often.
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%201%20von%2027_zpsbt2ygmb5.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%202%20von%2027_zpswkutaiek.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%203%20von%2027_zpstwxmbwxj.jpg)
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After the dampening out days the first finish layers are applied. Here are 4 on, another 4 will follow but will not change the look.
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%205%20von%2027_zpsv9yophwf.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%206%20von%2027_zpsgck8a7cd.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%207%20von%2027_zpsaa3r6x64.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%208%20von%2027_zpshekyxe8t.jpg)
No F/D pic, this is reserved for the new owner. In this case I dunno want to shot in this bow, will also be reserved for Mr. X. So I will send out this bow as a virgin, I hope this is the right decision. We will see.
Here you can see the faded out coloring and the finished handle stain.
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%209%20von%2027_zpsglj99uci.jpg)
Some details from sleeves and handle. The arrow pass is black dyed stingray leather, the bone pearls are filed down a bit to get that look
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2010%20von%2027_zpsk7tiailn.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2011%20von%2027_zpsymxcqvfr.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2012%20von%2027_zpsjuncehuj.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2013%20von%2027_zpsvbgfma8k.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2014%20von%2027_zpsbyfvfaqi.jpg)
This is how the leather looked like with the first groung yellow and finished with several stains:
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2015%20von%2027_zpssvbriksa.jpg)
Two matching loadstones are mounted at the connection cuts to achieve a gentle click when put together.
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2016%20von%2027_zpslvtoysoh.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2017%20von%2027_zpsdyowt7n5.jpg)
One part of the notes on the lower limb
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2018%20von%2027_zpsuvzju0fq.jpg)
Some pics from the sister stave limbs
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2019%20von%2027_zpseotzgqnq.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2020%20von%2027_zpsrx1z9fji.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2021%20von%2027_zps60ui41lb.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2022%20von%2027_zpsgofxudaw.jpg)
And some details from the tips. If you watch closely, you can see three rings are the kinda natural grown overlay. This allows cutting through the back and making the tips very slim. The notches ae highlighted in dark red, the only color on the wood.
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2023%20von%2027_zpsqtrjffpd.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2024%20von%2027_zpssc6rvysq.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2025%20von%2027_zpsh01tcr4e.jpg)
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2026%20von%2027_zps6mgw8tgz.jpg)
Now I hold the fingers crossed and really hope I've nailed what my recipient likes …...
(http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh576/orangesimson/1602%20osage%20for%20Pat%20B%201/osage%20for%20PatB%201%20-%2027%20von%2027_zpsulf98g1d.jpg)
So, this was the story. All I have to do is another 4 layers of finish.
I do a short notice when I send the baby out.
Specs:
58” ntn
45-50#/ 28” (not shot in, yet)
1¼” max width
510 grams mass wood + 190 grams sleeves, total 700 grams
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WOW, simson, just WOW!
I believe you have gotten this stuff down to a fine science! Anyone would be proud to own that bow.
Patrick
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Yes sir some lucky right hander is gonna be happy happy
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That is a beauty Simon, Hope I get to see it up close one day.
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Who do I have to kill to get in the next invitational ;D ;D ;D That's just wow! When I looked at the first picture I thought, "What the heck is he doing? Simon doesn't do messy!" Turned out and how!
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Yes sir some lucky right hander is gonna be happy happy
Yeah Bub, you are shooting with the wrong hand ...
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That's a great looking bow. Well done.
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Yes sir some lucky right hander is gonna be happy happy
Always Simon, always lol
Yeah Bub, you are shooting with the wrong hand ...
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You guys are making some amazing bows.....Beautiful
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Everyone's looking real good so far! Have not had a lot of shop time lately but wanted to post an update of where I was at. These billets are not sisters but were actually one stave I cut in half do to nasty knot and check right in the middle. These are some extremely dense dead standing I cut a few years back. Currently 68 inches long and plenty of meat to play with for any weight and draw length. Still need a little heat correction hoping to get a string on it in the next few weeks. Hopefully it holds together and if it does I just got some real nice snake skins from Clint hoping it would add to the mild snakeyness
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Simon, I've decided that you are an artist that just happens to build bows :-)
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Two awesome take-downs guys!
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About time we get some pictures on this thread. Great work Simon and Pauly.
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You came in way underweight Simon. I thought you were good? >:D
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That's looking good Paul. Just the right amount of wiggle down the limbs.
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I'm glad that you still have time to switch that handle around to the correct side, Simon. It's ok. We all make mistakes.
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Thats about perfect wiggle in that bow pauly
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These bows are looking insane! Wow.
Few more weeks for this sinew to season on plan A.
I'm still not sure if it'll go 28", so today I roughed out plan B, a 7 year old primo yew stave ;)
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Well I grabbed an Osage stave from the top shelf and reduced it down nearly to floor tiller.
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That's a good looking stick Aaron! Nice start Pauly. And Simpson.... Uh, wow!
Had a bad dream about my brother in law pulling my trade bow so far the string angle was past 90... woke up in a cold sweat. Gotta find a better lock for the workshop.
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@Paul: Nice natural reflex, can't wait to see what you doing with this stick. Oh, and the draw length is matcjhing for me 8)
@ Aaron: looks like a very clean stave
I'm really curious what you all are doing .... long time til 15 July.
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I wrapped mine up last night. Shot it another 20-30 times while I tuned it in. I love the bow. Its quiet, smooth and powerful.
On a side note. I did get the limbs mounted on my 3 pc. Looks good and its ready for a tiller job.
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I got the heatgun out and removed some twist and got the tips pretty much aligned.
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I'm getting excited for all these sweet bows that are gonna get posted!
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Man oh man, You guys are cranking out some nice bows. I need to get to work before it sneek's up on me but Turkey season starts in two weeks. I've got to scout some birds before then, have one of my good friends coming down to try and get an Osceola to complete his Grand Slam from Clarksville, Tenn. I'm limited to private land this year so might have to make the Public land work.
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On a side note. I did get the limbs mounted on my 3 pc. Looks good and its ready for a tiller job.
Not gonna give up. Not gonna give up. Not gonna give up.
Congrats!
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Holy Guacamole Simson and Sempson!
Them are some beauties!
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All done and Im very happy with it.
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Stellar Pearl, fandamntastic!!!!
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That's a nice looking bow. I wish it was coming to my house.
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Very nice Pearlie. I'm sure your recipient will love it. 8) The colors are incredible!
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All done and Im very happy with it.
Care to share any specs on this little cutie???
OneBow
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Looks very nice Pearlie
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Looks sweet PD. You holdin off on the rest for the recipient to show?
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Dammit, I hate being left handed in bow trades. There's no hope, you can tell right away that a sweet bow is not for you. :-\
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Sweet pearl onions that bow looks goods. Knowing your attention to detail I bet its close to perfect when viewed in person, looking forward to seeing the full photo shoot on that one.
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Dammit, I hate being left handed in bow trades. There's no hope, you can tell right away that a sweet bow is not for you. :-\
I hear you Weylin lucky for me I have a CK special 😀
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Dammit, I hate being left handed in bow trades. There's no hope, you can tell right away that a sweet bow is not for you. :-\
Not necessarily. Case in point...
(http://i.imgur.com/MClqGzJ.jpg)
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That pic has been flipped
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Dammit, I hate being left handed in bow trades. There's no hope, you can tell right away that a sweet bow is not for you. :-\
Not necessarily. Case in point...
(http://i.imgur.com/MClqGzJ.jpg)
Necessarily. It's not for him. ;)
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That pic has been flipped
Which one ??
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Hey, just pointing out the possibilities. I'd be tempted to flip a pic to preserve the mystery. I figured I may not be the only one. ;) ;D
That pic has been flipped
Which one ??
The one I posted is the flipped one. Sorry to cause confusion.
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No confusion here .....I know Pearl, he may have flipped it ...:) :)
DBar
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Flipped or not, that stick looks nice!
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Sure does
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Dammit, I hate being left handed in bow trades. There's no hope, you can tell right away that a sweet bow is not for you. :-\
He could have mirror imaged the pictures. I know I would >:D
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Pearlie ain't that smart. He had the picture labelled with the recipients name this morning. >:D
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Very nice stick Pearl! That snake skin is really vibrant and crisp. Your recipient will be proud to own it no doubt.
Patrick
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Great looking bow Pearlie and the others being made
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That picture flipping thing is cool! Thanks for the kind words fellas. I haven't made a locust bow from start to finish in at least 100 bows.
I would rather not say anything more than; black locust, WDB, water buffalo, 8 strand D97, bunny string silencers.
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Awesome one P/D! 8)!seems as spring has spung here in central canada.got going on another option.quite narrow but very clean.not a lot of wood to work with as it is pie shape in spots.here's a look.
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Got it braced this morning and it felt under weight so back on the. Caul for a make or break attitude. Guess what?lol! :o
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Wow! that blew like a piece of cedar
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Looks like it broke in tension. Is there a knot or pin where it broke? Did you use heat when you went back on the caul? How long after you heated it did you wait before stressing it?
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Holey snikeys!!!! At least it went in epic style
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Yes tension break,no pins,i let it sit for a few hours outside.ive done it before with osage and a light toasting.i think it would have held fine. At a lower weight.the way it exploded makes me think it was uber dry!
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If you weighed all those pieces how much did the bow weigh, hw long was the bow and what was the draw weight?
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Bummer!!!
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Badger,i don't want to give up the specs as to not tip off my trade guy.i agree although there was not enough mass and I simply asked to much out off the wood!no big deal, if a broken bow discouraged me I would have hung up the rasp a long time ago!lol!
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After a few heat corrections to get tracking right I got a string on mine this weekend. The right limb is the upper limb. The left has an knot about two-thirds down that I'm slowly easing into. I would like for it to work just a little more than it is. My buddy Greg AKA badly bent just left my house and he was helping me tiller it out a little and we both shot some arrows out of it at short draw maybe around 20 to 24 inches. Shooting nice and hard with good early string tension. May be hard to see but this thing's like a roller-coaster up and down everywhere
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Wow.... what a stick .....Paul
DBar
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Heck, i'd go crossed eyed tillerin that one Paulie, nice work as usual outta ya.
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Sounds like you two about got her whipped pauly looks good
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I'm hoping to get the other end bent later tonite (http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160313_153512_HDR_zps3a2p2ozk.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160313_153512_HDR_zps3a2p2ozk.jpg.html)
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Looking good Paul and Bubby
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Whoa Bushy thats one spectacular explosion there, sure keeps the bow building process interesting don't it. ;)
Had some of that good looking osage color in it too, a shame but plenty of time to jump back into another. Like you said if you let that bum you out we all would have given up long ago.
Yeah Pauls trade bow is looking real nice, lots of wiggles and roller coasters to work with but he's got it tamed and drawing real smooth. Gonna be a sweet bow when he's done with it.
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Lots of bump and grind in that one Paul.
I love those long sweeping curves bubby.
I've gone through a few heating/straitening/reflexing with just a bit more to go. Had quite a dog leg in that one limb. I'm beyond floor tiller with about 8" of tip movement while exercising on the tiller tree.
This bow building stull is fun. ;D
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Glad your fire is burning again, Pat. You had me worried the last year or so. :)
Bows are looking good Paul and bub.
Bushy that's one crazy osage bomb, you don't see that often.
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Me too Pearlie, on both accounts. ;)
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The skins look real good on that fine looking bow, Drums. Has a nice contrast to it. Profile great (of course) also. Lucky recipient to that one!
Paul, what is a mean looking snaker. Way cool, indeed!
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It took awhile but i got the hooks on this, my dad spent a few days in the hospital but he's good now but i was a bit distracted (http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160315_184926_HDR_zpskfzoisbd.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160315_184926_HDR_zpskfzoisbd.jpg.html)
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Nice looking bows going on, I finely got my tillered out to 52@25 looking for 50@26 so just going to shoot it for a few days and see where everything settles and should be able to start finishing. Shoot nice right now. :) RD with some pretty sharp flips on the tips. :) Tips about an 1 1/2 in front of the handle.
Pappy
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Looks like twin bows pappy and bub!
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I'll take that as a complement Pearl form the bows I see bubby turn out. ;) I sure like the way mine shoots so far. ;)
Pappy
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Its easy to fall in love with a well built RD bow. They offer the best off all styles.
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Looks like twin bows pappy and bub!
SOB It sure does, I guess great minds think alike ::)😜
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Yep that's it bubby. ;)
Pappy
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Somebody is going to have a 68" piece of PVC on their porch next Tuesday with a return address label that has my name on it...:)
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Lucky dog he'll be
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He will be lucky but also confused when he tries to pronounce the last name on the return address label.
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I added snake belly scales on Skinny Mini yesterday. Clint sent the belly skin to me just for this bow. It fit perfectly Clint.
I'll trim her up and start adding the Tru-Oil, then a floppy rest and handle wrap. I've already put probably 50 arrows through her. She is a sweet shooter. Once I get everything done I'll post more pics.
On the other stave I started, the one with the dog leg in one limb, I have done a few heat straightening. The dog leg limb has more reflex than the other but I think it is what it is. That will be the bottom limb. I got it to almost brace height.
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How did you like the belly scales Pat?
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It looks very cool Clint. Thanks buddy!
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When are we supposed to mail these out? I have decided to send my 50# world record holding broadhead bow. I am undecided if I should spruce it up or send it just like it has been used in competition for the bast 8 years or so. Bow is still in its prime and seems to get stronger every year.
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July 15th is the deadline Steve
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Steve I hope you sign it and write a brief note on the bow. That is what makes it more special than the record it holds. That's just my opinion.
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Everyone should sign and date the bows they make. Sign it to your recipient and date it.
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Steve I hope you sign it and write a brief note on the bow. That is what makes it more special than the record it holds. That's just my opinion.
I was going to put the date I started shooting it and the date and distance of the last record it set.
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That would be a cool bow to receive Badger
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Sure would, great history in that bow
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Yes badger it. Would be very cool to receive a bow with a history like that and made by you!went to the wood store today and got some primo rift sawn hickory and maple to try a couple glue ups when it warms up.gonna try to find some ipe,bamboo and yellow heart,gotta contact the wood store's supplier.supplier.in the meantime I roughed out a elm stave,just. Gotta let it dry a. Bit more
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Hey guys, I have not been on here for a while so I thought I should get you up-to-date on my progress. I have three bows started, a yew, vine maple, and ocean spray. I have not yet decided which one to go with, but so far I am leaning toward the vine maple. The gentleman I am assigned is a tricky one to build for. I do not think he will be impressed with something fancy or stylish so I need to keep it simple, elegant and perfectly executed. And that is easier said than done. Needless to say I have my work cut out for me. As soon as I pick my candidate I'll start posting pics.
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Worked on mine Yesterday between working the concessions at our event, seems it picked up a little weight , was 50@ 25 with an inch or so to go, after a few light scrapes here and there it's 50@ 24, :-\ and 53@25 still right on target and tiller looks good , just need a little more weight taken off. Not quite sure why it picked up weight but Guess that's a good problem to have. ;) :)
Pappy
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Gordon, you know the deal. Check in......or check out! No time for slackers in this swap :)
I lied about the Tuesday delivery of my offering, guys. Looks like it will be delivered today rather.
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I'm not really feeling that big recurve right now, but i think there is a really cool bow inside this stave just waiting to be released(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160321_144022_HDR2_zpsojafzvp1.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160321_144022_HDR2_zpsojafzvp1.jpg.html)
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I agree, good color to boot.
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Thank you for the reminder Pearl. I believe my previous post meets the requirement.
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Somebody is going to have a 68" piece of PVC on their porch next Tuesday with a return address label that has my name on it...:)
And that lucky somebody is me! I put several arrows through this bow and I am so impressed with its speed and how soft it is in my hand. I was ready to give up on locust but you have made me into a believer! The semi-pyramid limb profile, slightly stiff and flipped up tips is my favorite go to bow design and your execution is perfect. The skin, leatherwork and handle lines are clean and exquisite. The tips are shaped, grooved, and polished to perfection. I am a demanding critic and I have to say that your work is first rate. I'll bet it was tough to let this bow go out the door but I am delighted that you did and I am proud to own such a fine weapon. This bow deserves a proper photo shoot, and I will take care of that this weekend. Thank you my friend!
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Congrats Gordon, can't wait to see it. I am moving slowly along. Got mine out to 53@26 last evening and put 25 or 30 more arrows through it. I think I will stop at that weight and tiller for now and go ahead and start some finish work, thinned and shaped the tips some more now that everything is lined up and also put a hemp wrap grip on yesterday also laid out some snakes from the freezer,[need skinning] now need to decide which ones. :-\ Chicken/Copper head and black racer,[all road kills] guess I will see what matches up the best. ???
Pappy
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Beautiful profile!looks awesome pappy!
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Congrats Gordon! I'm looking forward to the pics!
Holy smokes Pappy! That baby is looking beautiful!
Lots of fine looking bows being made so far. I've been concentrating on getting ready for the classic so not much progress on the yew takedown yet. I will be getting after it hard after the classic though. Josh
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Happy for ya Gordon! Please do give us some pics!
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Pappy, that bow is looking great!!
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Hey fellas, just wanted to update yall on where I am. I have 2 bows going, well, 3 actually, Ill post some pics soon. Everyone else's bows are looking pretty darn sweet!
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Thanks for the kind words, Gordon. I'm glad you like the bow. I shot it A LOT before I sent it off, even short drawing to 27" I could hit a 4" circle at 15 yards over and over. Some bows just have it and some don't! When goat asked me to join the swap I asked him if I could choose a name, he didn't mind at all and I already knew who I wanted to build for. It was a pleasure and challenge to build a bow for you. You build some of the best bows in the country and I knew you would look it over with a detailed eye.
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Pappy, that bow is looking sexy! Somebody is going to be tickled yeller!
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Congrats Gordon, as a proud owner of a pearlie bow i know exactly how you feel Chris builds a great bow and rose to his challenge yet again
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Congratulations Gordon. Looking forward to pics.
She's looking good Pappy.
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Congrats Gordon, as a proud owner of a pearlie bow i know exactly how you feel Chris builds a great bow and rose to his challenge yet again
My thoughts exactly. Congratulations Gordon.
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drummer boy set the bar high too!!
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Looking good Pappy.
Sending off your flight shooter is very generous badger.
Congrats to pearlie for impressing Gordon. I would have been a bit nervous from the bows he puts out. :-[
In terms of my progress. Non to date. To much international travel. I am currently in Thailand. April is lighter and will get on it. Still planning a Osage take down with a 20 yr old set of billets with natural recurved tips
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You picked a stave with some character eh bub, should make a cool bow when your done with it.
Congrats Gordon, I'm looking forward to seeing the pictures. I have a Pearly bow too and took it out hunting at least 2 dozen times this year, the kid definitely makes an impressive weapon.
Your bow is looking mighty fine there Pappy, whoever is on the receiving end of that should be pleased.
I have one about finished and to be honest it's a dud so I won't be passing it on. Roughed out a second one over the weekend and shaped it on the caul, both osage. Will rough out a third one in the next few days, wanna turn out my best work so it doesn't matter to me if it takes several to get there........... and it might. ;)
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Congrats Gordon, can't wait to see the glamour pics.
Pappy that bow is looking down right amazing!
Bubby I believe there is a beautiful bow hiding inside that stave, and I have no doubt you will find it. Pretty colors too.
Got a bit more work done on several options last night including plan A. Almost ready to get bent!
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Very nice bows being made here. I'm still debating with myself
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Well I got the Copperhead skins on last evening and I will have to say they matched up very good, I was afraid they wasn't going to because one was from last year and the other pretty fresh, I was pleasantly surprised. :) I'll have some pictures Monday after they are all trimmed up.
Pappy
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With those curves and those skins, you cant lose pappy!
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Well the ocean spray bow turned out really sweet, but she came in under weight. So on to my next candidate - vine maple.
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Here are some pictures of the terrific bow that Pearl Drums made for me. I hope you enjoy the pics as much as I am enjoying this bow!
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-032.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-032.jpg.html)
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-007.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-007.jpg.html)
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-028.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-028.jpg.html)
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-003.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-003.jpg.html)
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-026.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-026.jpg.html)
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-042.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/Pearl%20Drum%20Trade%20Bow/2016%20Trade%20Bow-042.jpg.html)
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Wow, very nicely done Pearly. Great pictures too Gordon, you displayed it like that bow deserves.
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too bad about coming in under weight Gordon but thats a dandy full draw with the drummer bow
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too bad about coming in under weight Gordon
It's fine. The bow is made from a small ocean spray sapling and I knew it was going to be tight with the limited amount of wood available. But it ended up being a dandy little bow and I won't have any trouble finding a good home for it.
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Very nice guys!
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Let's see some pictures off the ocean spray Gordon!
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I'll post some pics of the ocean spray when it is finished, but I've set it aside for now to work on my next candidate.
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I'll post some pics of the ocean spray when it is finished, but I've set it aside for now to work on my next candidate.
Could it be that stick I gave you a few years back???? 😊
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Wow! Great stuff going on. I've been hunting turkeys for 8 days, mostly 4am till dark. Still four more weeks but, since I'll be back to work tomorrow only hunting weekends. I'll jump back on my piece of wood tomorrow.
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Congrats Gordon, thats a killer of a bow Pearly made for ya, looks perfect in every detail.
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Woohoo, Gordon got it. That means I can see it and shoot it. Almost as good as getting it myself. Nice job, Chris. That is a fine looking bow.
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Could it be that stick I gave you a few years back
Yep.
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That's a beauty of a bow Gordon, nice work Pearl. I got mine all snaked and handle up this weekend, also some shooting in, just need some writing and sealing up. 52@26, should be prefect for my guy. ;) :)
Pappy
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Thanks for posting pics, Gordon.
Pappy that looks like a winner!
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Skins look great on there pappy, someone is gonna be thrilled to receive that beauty.
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Pappy, that bow is looking good. Great angles! I bet she has some good cast.
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You got a mighty fine looking bow Gordon. Pearly knows how to build them right.
Pappy, that bow turned out great.
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Nice bow Pappy, it looks like a wicked hunting weapon thats ready to hit the woods.
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Woohoo, Gordon got it. That means I can see it and shoot it. Almost as good as getting it myself. Nice job, Chris. That is a fine looking bow.
Hit me with the truth Mr. Olive! No sugar coating please :)
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Nice work Pearlie. Gordon, that bow looks good on you. Congratulations.
Can we send out our bows before July 15 or is Pearlie something special? ::)
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Im special alright. Just in other ways ;)
No rules on ship date. Ship them when they are done.
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Thanks Pearlie...and you are special to us. ;)
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Super nice work pappy and pearl drums!I have my plan a bow sitting in storage and started two more.both elm,one is very thin ringed at 28 per inch and quite stiff.i put the word out to my icefishing buddies to hook me up with a mariah/burbot so I can try the skins.my buddy caught a 39"/17lbs last week but he is going to mount it.caught in lake winnipeg.
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Congratulations Gordon! That is a fine bow Chris crafted for you.
I have been busy wrapping up several bows, but with four in the final stretch, I can start knifing away on some wood I have set aside for my recipient. He is a tough one, as he makes some truly stunning bows that really push the limits. Candidate staves include a vine maple with some very well placed side profile character, a pair of yew heartwood billets with paper thin rings possibly getting backed with _______, and shortish osage stave with very nice rings if all else fails.
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great looking bow Gordon and Pappy.....and Pearly!
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Congratulations Gordon! That is a fine bow Chris crafted for you.
I have been busy wrapping up several bows, but with four in the final stretch, I can start knifing away on some wood I have set aside for my recipient. He is a tough one, as he makes some truly stunning bows that really push the limits. Candidate staves include a vine maple with some very well placed side profile character, a pair of yew heartwood billets with paper thin rings possibly getting backed with _______, and shortish osage stave with very nice rings if all else fails.
That yew heart sounds like a winner especially from your hands!
Nice draw Gordon. I'll have to check it out sense I've never seen Chris's work up close and personal :D
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That is a lovely bow Chris made you Gordon
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Well done, Chris.
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Option #1
(http://i1346.photobucket.com/albums/p696/Bryce_Ott/72EC60DF-2D67-4939-990D-65D31EE101AF_zpsifemdjhe.jpg) (http://s1346.photobucket.com/user/Bryce_Ott/media/72EC60DF-2D67-4939-990D-65D31EE101AF_zpsifemdjhe.jpg.html)
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Ohhhhhh my!! That's nice pinecone
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Very cool yew stave, Bryce. 8)
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Good looking piece of wood. :)
Pappy
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Ooooo, purty
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Pretty hunk of wood, Brycey boy. Very pretty.
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Looking forward to seeing that one come along Bryce.
Beautiful bow Pappy! 8)
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I wasn't really feeling the take down yew even though I'm sure it will make a fine bow. It just didn't feel right for the recipient. I dug through and found another piece of yew with about 3 1/2" of natural reflex. I had a couple hours today and started in on it. I will continue to work on the takedown as well and see which one comes out better. Here's the back up plan. Josh
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Nice stick Josh!
Patrick
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I'll second that! Very nice stick indeed, trucker.
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3x 8)
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4X
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x5 , Got mine finished up this passed weekend. ;) Put 8 coats of tru oil over last week and the 3 coats of Satin Polly, looks really nice, hope he like it. Now if he was coming to the Classic :-\ that would be just prefect, no shipping. ;D
Pappy
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Pappy, that bow came out sweet!
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I don't know if your recipient is coming to the classic Pappy, but I am and I'm looking forward to seeing that baby up close! Really nicely done! Josh
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Nice wavy yew Josh.
Good looking work Pappy.
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Some nice bows and pretty pieces of wood being posted, keep up the good work guys 8)
I've gotten alot of work done on plan B, plan A was never really designed for what I needed to make, but plan B is.
Surprise surprise, a yew recurve, I decided to go with a safe bet, on a near flawless stave
I got her to target weight and an inch off target length. I added some nice skins from Ryan C, and did some bighorn sheep overlays.
One more good session and I'll be getting started on the finish.
(http://i1370.photobucket.com/albums/ag255/wizardgoat/IMG_7774_zpsgu6o8gdq.jpg) (http://s1370.photobucket.com/user/wizardgoat/media/IMG_7774_zpsgu6o8gdq.jpg.html)
(http://i1370.photobucket.com/albums/ag255/wizardgoat/IMG_7775_zpsbpukov1g.jpg) (http://s1370.photobucket.com/user/wizardgoat/media/IMG_7775_zpsbpukov1g.jpg.html)
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Man that is looking good. :)
Pappy
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Wicked stick goat! You'd best hurry up before baby goat arrives.
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That's got wizard written all over it, sweet bow Ryan
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Beautiful bows Pappy and Wizard Goat.
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Top shelf stuff there goat!
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Now that I've made enough osage blanks for The Classic, I'll be getting busy on my trade bow. It'll be a challenge, so I better get on it early enough to make room for a Plan B or C.
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Pappy,Goat,Pearly, that's some mighty fine stik whittlin'. Awesome stuff.
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Those are some beautiful clean lines on that bow goat!
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Hot damn, that is a sexy piece of yew Ryan. 8)
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beautiful bows are showing up bigtime
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Well, "Skinny Minnie" went out of tiller and will be under weight when I get the tiller back so it's on to #2. I've got it floor tillered and will continue on from here
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Wizard Goat that's a fine bow you made there.
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Bummer Pat
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Cheers guys, I had been saving this stave for a while. 5-6 years old, and has been a blank for over a year now. About 20 arrows through it, ill take a few more scrapes and call er good.
Pat, that's a bummer but you still have plenty of time ;)
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Mighty fine looking bow goat.
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Yeah, it is a bummer but some lucky kid is gonna get a cool looking bow. ;)
That's a sexy looking yew stick, Goat. 8)
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That's tough Pat, Seems that kind of stuff always happens to me also when I am on ANY kind of schedule. :o Had the first Osage blow in a long while for no obvious reason on my first attempt for the trade bow. The one I am sending is the second. If I am not on a deadline and just making a bow for myself it usually is pulled off with out a hitch, go figure. ???
Pappy
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This thread is inspirational. So many great bows
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I got to see the one Pappy built this past weekend. All I can say is the recipient of that one should be very happy.
David
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Well I finally decided on what to build and with what so I tentatively started on it.
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great bunch of bows going on here. I just got off the plane from Thailand and have some time this month to get working on mine.
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Bring any nice skins back?
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I wish. Not this time. I have a few pieces left from before. Bought about 50 sets of buffalo horns and sawed them into plates though to fill a few orders.
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Here's a peek at my 2nd attempt trade bow. Have it within 2" of full draw and gonna come in at the bottom end of my victims
preferred draw weight range, dang it, wanted to be somewhere in the middle. Not sure yet if this one will make the grade. I'll finish tillering it and see how it handles some arrows before I decide if its the one.
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Nice looking stick Greg
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Looking good there Mr. Arnold!
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Love those scallops Greg
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Piss on the weight range Greg. That bow from your hands is all that matters. Nobody will care if its a few pounds light.
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Well, if it happens to be for me, Greg, I'd love to have a bow at the bottom of my weight range. I have plenty of 60# bows and not enough 45-50# bows. That bow looks awesome.
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Yea, Greg, I'm with Weylin. It would be nice to have one to shoot a lot without the shakes towards the end.
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Slowly but surely making progress on my trade bow. I'm going for a yew static recurve with a bit of deflex out of the handle. I'm toying with the idea of some brushnocks but I wont worry about that until I get it bending the way I like. I will most likely back it with rawhide. putting curves in a bow sure can be a pain in the ass. Sometimes I feel like I could have made two longbows in the time it takes me to get everything lined up and even. Oh well, it's fun. Hope this stave works out.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1466/26269427041_e5d3153a12_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/G2kFrT)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1567/25730794604_292863d91f_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FcK3MJ)
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Nice hooks Weylin
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Those are some nice hooks weylin!
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Worked on the vine maple candidate today. Got her on the short string without any drama. Tomorrow I'll install tip overlays and get her tillered out.
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/1604_untitled_001.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/1604_untitled_001.jpg.html)
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That recurve is looking really sweet Weylin!
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Oh boy, yous guys are pickin up speed now! Some true talent on this page!
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Saweeet looking blank Weylin! Nice clean VM Gordon. Butter them up, the both of you!
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Heck, ya! Both of those are looking good. I'm dolling mine up and alsmost finished. I'll get some pictures up when I get a chance. Still turkey season here and work.
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Cool to see you two PNW bowyers are using wood local to your area for the trade, both bows are shaping up nice Weylin and Gordon. I know this midwesterner would be pleased to receive one of those.
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Good looking bow Greg, nice start Weylin /Gordon , them are looking good so far. :)
Pappy
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Wicked work indeed!got another elm going,scary how stiff the wood is and tight growth rings are.
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Got some pin nocks carved in and brought her to first brace. It's always a nice feeling when you string it up and the tiller is darn close, the string is perfectly aligned and the limbs are balance. Can't wait to tiller this bow out.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1702/26200053780_09cc477872_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/FVd8cb)
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Nice one weylin! I really like the brace profile!
Patrick
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Nice braced look on that bow Weylin and with a bit of character to boot. I like the looks of it already, should be a real nice one by the time your done with it.
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That's looks great wait weylin. Can't wait to see her all dressed up!
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love that style of bow.
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That one heck of a bow you got going there. I can't wait to see it all finished up.
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Everything's looking real good guys some sweet ones are going to be turned out in this trade!
Figured I'd better check in with my status. Been working on this Osage takedown and it was shooting real nice except there was just a little bit of hand shock I could not get rid of. And it was driving me nuts and there was no way I was going to send it out like that. Sat down last night and I think I finally got it licked. Put about a hundred arrows through it today and I think it's ready to be finished up. Got some sweet skins from Clint that I'm going to throw on it. Really want to have this one in the mail before I leave for Marshall. One negative thing about this bow is that as it sits I am right at the bottom end on my recipients preferred weight. I know by the time it's finished I'll be a pound or two under. The way I see it though Osage always seems to pick up a few pounds over the years. So if my guys willing to just put it on his rack for 3 or 4 years should be right where he wants it >:D
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WOW..................cool look'n take down Paul.......................
DBar
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Aewsome bow pauly, a couple pounds wouldn't keep me from shooting the crap out of that
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Don't hesitate to send that to me!
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Looks very sweet Pauly. I knew you would figure that little issue out easy enough. As far as draw weight? It will be fine. Nobody cares about a few pounds........rookie.
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Looks very sweet Pauly. I knew you would figure that little issue out easy enough. As far as draw weight? It will be fine. Nobody cares about a few pounds........rookie.
Last I checked my 42 pounder had better cast than your 50 pounder....rookie
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Drawn 2" shorter even, dont forget.......greenhorn.
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Some really nice bows being turned out here.
How many people have finished and shipped their bows so far?
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Nice lookin bow Pauly! Even without any finish work these bows are looking great.
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I finished tillering and installing tip overlays. I will stress test the bow during the week and assuming it survives then finish shaping the tips and staining the bow next weekend.
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She's a curvy girl Gordon. Can't wait to see her bend...and then with her prom dress on! 8)
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Great looking bow Paul. I know I sure wouldn't mind a few lbs light on a bow like that.
You west coast guys are making some great looking bows. I haven't made much progress on my trade bow lately. I plan on tillering it at the Classic. When I get back I'll just have the finish work to do.
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You west coast guys are making some great looking bows.
West coast bowyers rock - just sayin ;D
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Nice Gordan!! Some of mine end up looking similar when I don't want them to. I'll be watching. I keep buggerin my splices and can't get mine in line,
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Some really nice bows being turned out here.
How many people have finished and shipped their bows so far?
Just me Marc, I believe.
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I'm basicly finished, Marc. I just can't decide what kind of grip I want to put on.
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Mine is finished and will be handed off at one of 3 events this summer.
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Mine is finished , hope to get it to it's owner at the Classic, if not it will be in the mail shortly after. ;) :)
Pappy
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I haven't had a chance to get back at it. Maybe I'll bring it to the Classic and work on it there. Do you think there will be someone there to help? ;D
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Really nice looking bows being worked on fellas. I know I wouldn't mind receiving one a few pounds light.
I induced around 2 1/2"-3" reflex in my trade bow and added some statics last weekend. I believe I will be going all Grumley style with this one.
Tillering will have to wait till after the Classic.
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Looks damn fine Paul. You always know how to skillfully work out the issues on your osage bows, I think your guy is gonna be pleased with that one.
That VM looks too cool Gordon, look forward to seeing your amazing finish work applied to it. I always dig the work you west coast guys turn out, I wouldn't mind be on the receiving end of a bow from any of your group there.
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Wish I could make the Classic. Not this year but maybe next. If I can make it maybe my old 88 Caprice Classic wagon can get me there.
I would give my left to get there and already lost my right one.
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Whoooaaa, I think I'd have to hang onto that one.;-)
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Nice looking stick Paul! Gordon, Im sure you will work your magic on it! :)
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Some nice bows here indeed!here's what. I got on the go now.
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Looks like a soaring eagle. 8)
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Yes, cool profile Bush
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That's a fantastic side profile. You'd better enter that in BOM.
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I have not chimed in here yet but I am in the game. I wanted to make a bow of materials I have used more than 1/4 a century and is also a bit of a signature of one of my styles. This is a wide near perfect Utah juniper stave I had. It's a little over 51" and was pretty flat as far as reflex in the stave. I backed it with 2 layers, waited a week and put on 2/3 more(the center 2/3 of the bow got long back fibers). Considering where it is going I did not want to make it a thick sinew backed juniper bow but instead a juniper bow with a sinew back. I backed it over a month ago and it only has a couple " of reflex. It will have a 26" draw. Same draw as mine. I'm not going for a replica native bow. Instead a native inspired bow with features from anything I want to borrow from. The belly is covered with tape to keep the wood from splitting as always will happen in a wide thin bow if a moisture excape barrier is not in place. I'll take my time with the sinew seasoning and finish it in time. I am quite busy. I have time to work on bows but no time to post on this site.
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Awesome, Chuck! Hope that's heading my way. I'd be stoked to get one of your bows.
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Bushy and Chuck your starts are looking very nice. I love that profile bushy.
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Two more great looking bows under way
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I have a couple tillered out, just not quite sure which one will go out. Maybe I'll post pics and let you all decide for me
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Please do, Marc.
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This is what I have
The first one is a Winged Elm recurve and the wood for this bow came from one of our long time members Glenn Doane who sent me the stave many years ago. It's 62" long and pulls at the top end of what my recipient wants at 26". Shot it several times and it is fast. Quite frankly though I wasn't that impressed with Winged Elm, I've cut better Elm up here. Here is a pic of that bow
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v355/Marc-St-Louis/Selfbows/Elm%20Bows/Winged%20Elm%20Recurve/Winged%20Elm%20Recurve.jpg)
The second bow is made of a species of Plum I cut myself and is a simple D bow with some character. It's also 62" long and pulls a couple # less than the recurve at 26". It hardly took any set tillering the bow out
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v355/Marc-St-Louis/Selfbows/Plum/Plum%20D%20Bow/Character%20D%20Bow.jpg)
P.S. By the way a lot of heat was used on the Elm and no heat used on the Plum
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Well, if you're making it for me, I sure like the look of that elm recurve!
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Well if they were just going to hang on the wall the first would win hands down but they're not are they?
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Well, if you're making it for me, I sure like the look of that elm recurve!
×2 here👍
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Well, if you're making it for me, I sure like the look of that elm recurve!
×2 here👍
I hate to be a spoil sport, but both of you southpaws might want to note the location of the arrow pass on that recurve. ;) Josh
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Well someone is paying attention
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I think the recurve will get the most votes. I don't see many straight bows from you so that would be a classic also.
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Well since i don't have a 26" draw I was just saying my preference😏 it is a sweet bow
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Well, if you're making it for me, I sure like the look of that elm recurve!
×2 here👍
I hate to be a spoil sport, but both of you southpaws might want to note the location of the arrow pass on that recurve. ;) Josh
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Wow really great bows here! Really good stuff.
Marc: both are nice, I know it isn't for me - but I would take the recurve also.
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I would vote the elm recurve also. 8)
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I'm sure they both shoot very well but the shape of the elm recurve catches my eye.
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OSAGE FOR X 2 (N0. 78)
I've seen you guys are doing a plan b or c …., this encouraged me to do also. Here is my plan B. Also osage and a take down, deflexed at handle and long slender hooks with self nocks. The cutting through the back is possible with an additional ring here. Looking at the fine bows posted here in this thread I wanted to skin my attempt also. I have no access to that nice snake skins or other fancy stuff but I have fish skins brought from a friend from a fishing trip in Denmark. The fish is atlantic cod, it was a mess to skin, scrape and dry the hide.
Glueing on was no problem, I added some linnen wrapping to give a definite begin and end. Some horn pieces are added at the handle to get a better line. Handle leather is salmon leather, dyed with several colors. While finishing with some layers of hardening oil I rubbed in some dark pigments at the handle to come away from that bright yeller of the fresh osage.
This was one of my best staves, I had to cut it down because I don't have any billets anymore. It broke my heart but the result is quite o. k. Now I have some leftovers for Handles or other things …
Back to this one, what do you folks think should I send out? Plan A (see page 27) or plan B?
Next question: should I cut down the long hooks to short hooks? See the f/d pic.
Let me hear your thoughts!
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super nice even rings, aren't they?
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I like the plan a bow although it is pretty much a toss up Simon, those hooks look fine on plan b to these eyes
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Simson, I think either of those is a winner! I do like the hooks and cod skins on plan B though.
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holy crap that's nice simon!! those skins take the cake t! I am bound and determined to use some carp skins this year now.
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Awesome work!simon that one is outstanding!after tillering the elm has held it's shape pretty good for a stressed design.
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that back is looking good bushy! that profile speaks for itself!
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Amazing how many people have a 26" draw on here and I'm not the only lefty with it either. Keeping the mystery alive.
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Simon;
I'd be happy with both of them. I really like the Cod skin look. But, I know my draw is more then 26", even though I can adapt. Actually it's 30", but I shoot a lot of bows tillered to 28".
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Crazy nice work guys, I'd be happy with any one of the bows shown on these pages.
I dig that short wide design you got going Chuck.
If I had a pick from your two Marc I'd have to go for the curve cause its way beyond what I could build myself.
I couldn't even choose from your two Simon, both are spectacular.
I know your elm will be sweet as well bush.
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Simon, The "for Pat B" kind of took the mystery out of it. ;).
I knew, I made a mistake ....... I shouldn't post when tired and having bad influenca. I hope he likes it nonetheless ...
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This one will be heading out pretty soon. It's 54# @ 28".
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more
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and a few more
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Love that one, Eddie!
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Thanks, Scott. I thought I'd try a different kind of handle wrap. It took me a few tries to get the Japanese sword look.
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Thats looking good Eddie!
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Tsukamaki looks nice on that bow Mullet, bow looks great all around
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Man there is some outstanding bows turning out on here.
Nice work on that bow Eddie!
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Thank you, gentleman. Bubby, the wrap was especially for my recipient since I know he like's the Orient.
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these bows are really shaping up guys!
Mine is finished, I'd like to shoot it a little bit before I send it off but I'll
share some pics soon.
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Good looking bows, Everyone. I'll get back on my #2 when I get back from the Classic.
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Thank you, gentleman. Bubby, the wrap was especially for my recipient since I know he like's the Orient.
Well then he will really appreciate the thought put into that wrap😉
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Whoah, that's a sweet looking bow, Eddie. I know I'd be thrilled to get it. I like the wrap. I've been researching doing a similar wrap for a bow and thought I was being original. Guess there's nothin' new under the sun. ;D
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The bow passed my stress test and now has a couple of coats of finish on her.
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/PA%202016%20Trace%20Bow-004.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/PA%202016%20Trace%20Bow-004.jpg.html)
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Very nice so far Gordon
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That's shaping up real nice, Gordon.
Weylin, I've been wanting to do it for awhile, and then the Fabric store around the corner is going out of business and had the right ribbon on Clearance sale.
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Looks like the recurve it is then, don't have time to do anymore work on it for a little while now though.
Great looking bow Simon, obviously high quality Osage growing on the other side of the pond.
That is a lovely bow Eddie
Looking good Gordon
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Marc: unfortunately no osage here in germany, I have planted some trees and had problems to bring them up. Now they are over 100" grown, perhaps my grandsons (hope I get some time) can use them :laugh: :laugh:
This stick was from the states, so it's a going home!
Gordon: those two pics are hammer, needless to say your detail work is mindblowing
mullet: great bow, that handle wrap is eyecatching, I have to try this one day!
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Haven't been on in a while over here . Guys y'all's bows are looking great Arvin
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Great looking bows guys. I've been working hard on mine at the classic. I got one tillered and shaped the handle and tips. I replaced the tip overlays on plan B. I started tillering it tonight. Got it braced and bending good. I'll finish the tiller on it tomorrow.
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Mine shipped this morning, hope he likes it.
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What a coincident, Got home this afternoon and had a long tube waiting for me, along with a, "cheer me up" note from PaulSemp, since I couldn't make the Classic. Paul, it did, thank you very much. He sent me the bow that Gordon made for the 2013 Bow Trade that I was drooling over when Pearlie Boy had it. I always wanted to see one of Gordon's bows in person and really wanted it when I saw the 28-30" draw. I always feel like I'm short drawing at 28". This bow is a dream to shoot, very smooth, and fast and I can feel it flexing in the handle at my Full Draw, just how I like it.
One of the finest bows I've received in trades. Thank you, again.
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You are welcome. I didn't deserve it to begin with but gordon wanted me to keep it instead of sending it back. Sadly it's been collecting more dust than shooting for the last 3 years so im glad it fits your specs. It deserves to get shot and I hope Gordon doesn't mind me passing it along.
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Well, I can tell you, it will be shot. I'll 3-D shoot it next weekend. I thought it was Vine maple but just scrolled through 118 pages to find it on the 2013 Bow Trade.I hope you don't mind either, Gordon.
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There is a lot of great guys on this site and Paul is right at the top😉
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Of course I don't mind Eddie. I'm happy that it found a good home!
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Nice!here's a look at plan B
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man, that is looking good.
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Sure is looking good bushy
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Looks good, Bobby.
I'm futzing with the string alignment on my recurve. Can't seem to get it just right. I've got it on the steamer pot again. Hopefully this is the last time.
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Nice looking brace Rob.
Weylin, how do you tweak your hooks?
I've done lots of experimenting with recurve alignment, I mostly use dry heat
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luckily the hooks are good. I haven't had to mess with them and I agree, dry heat would be the way to go for that. The string is just not down the center of the handle so I've been steaming the handle area and bending it to the side a bit. I would have got it licked a while ago but I pulled a bonehead move and cranked it the wrong way last time so it was waaay off. ::) I think I got it right, this time.
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Haha, I've done that a few times... Now I mark it with a sharpie which side gets the torque.
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Now I mark it with a sharpie which side gets the torque
+1
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I had it marked with a pencil. Clearly that wasn't enough to catch my attention as I was clamping it down. I've got it all lined up nice now, though. The wife and kids are out of town tomorrow so I'm planning on making some big progress on the tiller.
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I got some work in on the two I'm building, one is farther along than the other and needs to stretch out a few more inches(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160430_171019_HDR_zpscpypirmo.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160430_171019_HDR_zpscpypirmo.jpg.html)
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That handle looks comfy bubby
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This tillering is giving me fits. When I measure the distance between the belly and the string at brace it shows that I have a 1/2" positive tiller. At brace, the top limb appears to be bending significantly more and the bottom limb seems stiff. My calipers tell me that the bottom limb is already a fair bit thinner than the top limb, so I'm hesitant to scrape more trying to even out the positive tiller measurement. When I use other methods of testing for even bend the limbs seem to be doing about the right amount of work and when I draw it out to about 22" it seems to be a decent looking tiller shape. My gut is to follow my eye when I draw by hand and my intuition about the thinner bottom limb and to ignore the measurement and appearance at brace. What are your thoughts?
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I say go by the way it looks in the hand Weylin, one that I'm working on has some twist that won't come out and makes the tiller look funny one way and a lot better the other but so far it shows no set so I'll go with that. How's the set on yours
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Thanks Bubby. There is a bit of twist, though I got the tips lined up straight so it shouldn't mess with the recurves. Though I do think it throws off the perception of the tiller a bit. It's hard to tell on the set, I've done so much tweaking with heat that it's hard to say what is natural or not. I don't think it's really taken much if any, though. I put a little deflex coming out of the handle but it didn't seem to take. Yew can be annoying that way sometimes. I want to get everything just right with the recurves and heat corrections because I am going to rawhide back it. Can't mess around with heat once I do that.
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Sounds like I have a tube at my house from Eddie. I am up north helping my folks with some things but will be home tomorrow night. Looking forward to seeing and shooting it . Thanks Eddie
I kind of figured it might be coming my way with your comment about the guy liking Asia
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No fooling you, Bud. Glad it made it and hope you like it.
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Bow looks awesome Eddie. Thanks. Just my style all the way around. Gril feels great. Love the copperhead skins and little tips. I'll do some shooting tomorrow. Hope it shoots half as good as it looks. ;)
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Mine is on it's way to it's new owner, hoped he would be at the Classic but he wasn't so I sent it by carrier pigeon. ;) :) Hope he like it. :)
Pappy
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Thursday night, when I arrived at the Classic, I received this gorgeous bow from Stringman. Scott, I cannot tell you how honored I am to receive such a beautiful, good shooting bow. I plan to shoot the heck out of this thing and hang it with pride when it is not strung. Thanks again buddy.
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Congrats all you guys that have sent out and received. I'm getting close and hope to have it out before Marshall
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Cool bow A-a-ron and Scott. I knew that one was going your way months ago :)
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Glad ya like it Aaron. Thanks for hanging around camp with us, sure enjoyed ur company!
Hey
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A few pictures of the bow Eddie sent me. Got out shooting today some. Bow shoots an arrow with authority and is quiet in the hand. I never saw on the thread what kind of wood it is Eddie but I'm thinking it must be osage? The cool red dye makes it a little hard for me to tell for sure.
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg15/bamboo_archer/IMG_4250_zpsyirljjk9.jpg) (http://s244.photobucket.com/user/bamboo_archer/media/IMG_4250_zpsyirljjk9.jpg.html)
Love the skins.
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg15/bamboo_archer/IMG_4253_zpsc9sfopxs.jpg) (http://s244.photobucket.com/user/bamboo_archer/media/IMG_4253_zpsc9sfopxs.jpg.html)
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg15/bamboo_archer/IMG_4254_zpsx2rxiuwp.jpg) (http://s244.photobucket.com/user/bamboo_archer/media/IMG_4254_zpsx2rxiuwp.jpg.html)
I like the grip and he small tips are awesome.
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg15/bamboo_archer/IMG_4259_zpsoslorpqt.jpg) (http://s244.photobucket.com/user/bamboo_archer/media/IMG_4259_zpsoslorpqt.jpg.html)
(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg15/bamboo_archer/IMG_4255_zpscydtu211.jpg) (http://s244.photobucket.com/user/bamboo_archer/media/IMG_4255_zpscydtu211.jpg.html)
Thanks again Eddie.
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That's a sweet bow Gaur.. Nicely done Eddie
Thanks Leroy
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Glad it shoots good for you Randy and it's made for hunting. And you are right, it is some Tenn. Osage.
Thank you, Leroy.
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That is a sweet stick!!
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I don't know. I think those tips might cause some hand shock. I think you could file 'em down some more. ;)
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Nice job Eddie.
Pappy
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Now that the Classic is over, I've been able to catch up on this thread. Holy guacamole, guys! Some beautiful stuff being created by some of the finest bowyers in the country. Fortunately for me, I finished tillering my trade bow at the Classic. I shot the bow at The Classic in the Selfbow Challenge to break it in. It is an osage bow with some real color character throughout. My recipient's stats were a bit of a challenge and had me a bit worried, but it came off without a hitch. Now to sanding, finishing and dolling it up. I'll post pics when it is finished.
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That is indeed a nice one Eddie
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Thanks, everybody.
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Did'ya get those tips small enough, Eddie? Looks very nice. :)
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I am loving seeing all these beautiful bows and watching them find their new owners.
Simson, if I were the lucky one, I would pick the first of the two. Those sweeping curves along with that finish work get my vote.
Weylin, sounds like you are letting those calipers muddy up your intuition ;)
I got a solid week of bowmaking in and got pretty well caught up on work. The workbench is cleared for the trade bow now. :)
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Weylin, sounds like you are letting those calipers muddy up your intuition ;)
This time, the calipers and my intuition agree. It's the tiller at brace that's messing with me.
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I'm getting back to work on my trade bow. I need to thin down one more tip and then sand and seal it. I cleaned out the knots in the back. The lead shot is visible in one of them. I soaked them in superglue. I'm hoping to have it ready to ship out in a few weeks.
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Outlawstaves/20160508_191706_zpse58lel1s.jpg) (http://s666.photobucket.com/user/Outlawstaves/media/20160508_191706_zpse58lel1s.jpg.html)
This one has the lead shot in it.
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Sweet Clint
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That sure is some pretty grain
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That bow can only become prettier as it ages. Great piece of wood to make a gift from.
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Thanks. That stave was cut some time in the early 1990's. I think I might go with low gloss tongue oil for the finish.
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Greg AKA badly bent and I met up at a local range yesterday to do some shooting. He shot my trade bow a bunch and I got the stamp of approval. I was second-guessing myself too much and just needed a second opinion. Just gotta put the skins and a handle on and it'll be out the door. So whoever gets it if you don't like it you can blame Greg 8)
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That is gonna be a cool bow when you finish it, Clint.
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Coming along nicely Clint. I saw it up close at the classic fellas thats a beauty of a piece of character osage Clints working.
Shot Paul's trade yesterday as mentioned and that sucker has some flat shooting cast to it, when he gets it all dolled up its gonna be pretty too.
Found a flaw in mine and I may be starting a new one now, glad there is 2 more months to deliver. Got a small ring de-lam raising up on the belly about 10" up from bottom tip. Could very well be repairable with glue and clamping but not sure I want
to pass along a bow with this flaw. I need to tear into another stave and see if I come up with a better bow.
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Hey guys, here is my plan B bow, which will be the bow I send out.
Plan A was too short for the guy I ended up with.
I went with a design I'm familiar with, on a very nice piece of yew.
I'd like to shoot it a little more before I send it out, but time has been short lately ;)
Bottom limb had a little bit more deflex than the top, but I decided to not use heat on the belly.
It was a well seasoned piece of wood, and seemed to take very little set.
I hope my guy likes it, it's a nice shooting bow, and is right at his requested draw length and weight.
My guy makes amazing bows, so even if this bow sees little action, it'll still look good hanging on the wall! ;D
Skins are from RyanC, bighorn sheep tips and a fat boy hemp grip.
I'm drawing a little short in the FD, but not by much.
cheers guys
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Oh man, ain't she purty!!
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Oh man, ain't she purty!!
That's an understatement sweet stick Ryan
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Nice, I am sure that will be happily accepted!
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Man, that is pretty all around. Beautiful tips, curves and skins. Somebody will be a Happy Camper.
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Very nice looking bow Goat. Let me know if you need my address again ;D
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Got your signature style all over that one Ryan, thats exactly what I would want from you if it were coming my way. Nice one.
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Very nice Ryan! You'll be too busy changing diapers to produce something like that for a while ;D ;D
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My bow is done. Nothing fancy - just a simple vine maple selfbow with some character. I hope my guy likes it. I will send it out next week.
(http://i793.photobucket.com/albums/yy217/gferlitsch/PA%202016%20Trace%20Bow-002.jpg) (http://s793.photobucket.com/user/gferlitsch/media/PA%202016%20Trace%20Bow-002.jpg.html)
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Gordon the beauty is in the simplicity😉
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Goat and Gordon, gorgeous bows guys. I need to try that vine maple stuff one day.
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Looks great Gordon.
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Beautiful work , both of yall. Someone should be very happy. :)
Pappy
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Beautiful bows both!
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Two more incredible bows, awesome work guys!
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Wow ....Great looking bows guys.
DBar
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Put the first coat of tung oil on mine tonight.
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Great bows here!
I'm working on a plan C and D, we'll see what comes out soon.
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great looking bow Goat and Gordon.
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Yes lovely bows indeed
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No progress for me over the last month or so. I'll hopefully get back on it soon. :-[
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The Friendship bows, too? Get on it, old man.
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I got my trade bow #2 ready to seal. I'll have to look at them both finished and see which one I should ship out.
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That's purdy
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That bow is looking at me! Cant wait to see her finished up Clint.
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That grip looks comfy
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Coming along nice, Clint. Beautiful wood!
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All are looking good, some very nice work going on. Mine should be in rout next week to it's new owner. ;) :)
Pappy
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Bow is on it's way. :)
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Somebody has a treat coming their way. That bow turned out very nice, Gordon.
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Here's some pics of the finished recurve
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v355/Marc-St-Louis/Selfbows/Elm%20Bows/Winged%20Elm%20Recurve/Back%20and%20Side.jpg)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v355/Marc-St-Louis/Selfbows/Elm%20Bows/Winged%20Elm%20Recurve/Handle%20and%20Tip.jpg)
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Be a couple weeks before I'll have time to package it up and send it out
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You sure make nice bows Marc :D :D :D
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That's a nice looking FD. I bet is shoots good.
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Very nice, Marc, someone will be happy.
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Looking real nice marc. Was hoping to have mine all done and shipped out before Marshall but don't think that's going to happen. So instead I'm going to bring it to Marshall and let everyone abused it to make sure it's a bow before I get it sent out >:D
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I'll test it out Pauly. I put some horn shelves on my trade bow and the back up tonight. A couple of coats of tru oil on the handles and they are all done. I'll try to take some pictures and post this weekend.
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great bow Marc, would like to shoot it
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Stellar work gents! 8)!still noodling around with different styles and designs.bamboo and yellow heart ready for glue up.
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A few elm
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Got mine pretty much finished up and ready for Marshall. Put a couple coats of shellac on it just to protect it couple Little nicks that still need to get sanded out. Plan on shooting the course and seeing what the peanut gallery has to say before I send it out
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Two more
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Nice one, Paul. Keep it away from Pearlie Boy.
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He's probably the first one that'll shoot it. I'd rather it brake on him and give him a black eye than any one of you guys. In all serious though if they can't make it through a couple different people then it doesn't deserve to be shipped out
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Looks great Paul. Im sure you wont get any bad feedback on that beauty. The only thing I dont like about that bow is that it probably wont ever make its way to upstate NY and into my hands! >:D
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All these bows are looking awesome guys, keep them pics coming!
There's still been some guys who haven't popped in here to show what they've been working on, let's see what you guys have been working.
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I'll try to get a few pics up soon. I put 50 arrows threw her today but something just didn't feel right. She shot fine but something was off...so I made the bottom limb the top and bingo. The next 12 arrows felt like they should and she's holding her own.
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Very nice bows indeed
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Man! This is fun and different.
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I made a post with pictures of my trade bows. When I get back from Marshall I decide which one to ship out.
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php?topic=57086.msg784525#msg784525
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I'll have some pics of progress on A, B and C in a couple of days.
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Nice work guys, very nice.
Id be glad to break that bow, Pauly. But something tells me it aint breaking anytime soon. You don't get a finished bow shaped like that when its not perfectly executed by the bowyer.
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Very nice Marc and Paul. Beautiful bows. :)
Pappy
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Here is my bow undressed. She's 65"t/t, hybrid R/D...top limb is reflexed, bottom limb is deflexed. Sort of a Homie/Mollie style...kind of! She's pulling about 55#@26" now. I may reduce that a little. The tip overlays are water buff horn, she'll have a hemp wrapped handle with a floppy rest and some black snake skins(I think). I put 60 arrows through her yesterday and she shoots well.
Here are a few pics...
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(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00072_zpsccrbrrio.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00072_zpsccrbrrio.jpg.html)
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Looks good Pat!
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Wait til I get her Sunday go to Meeting rags on. ;)
I think this is one of your osage staves, Clint. Probably from last year or the year before. Has nice rings.
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Nice! I like to see what they turn into.
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Just got my trade bow from Gordon. I took it right outside to shoot. I like this style. Simple, but perfect. I could learn a few things from this guy about finish work. I went back to research this bow a bit on this thread. 2 piece vine maple with a perfect handle splice. O, and it's also a great shooter! Thanks Gordon.
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Lucky Chucky
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Thank you for the really nice compliment Chuck. I fretted about what kind of bow to make for you because there was no way I could match the kind of bows that you make. So I decided on something that would reflect my preferred style which is simple yet distinctive. I used no heat and made no attempt to impose symmetry on the bow. The result is a bit unorthodox in looks but it works and I am pleased that you appreciate it. Thank you again.
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Nice looking bow Pat. And congrats to you too Chuck
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Lucky Chuck I'd say. Nicely done, Gordon.
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Gordon, I think the best part of a trade is studying a bow made by someone else and learning everything you can from it. I also love using the tree for what it is. There is no better way to get everything out of a bow than following all the natural shapes of the stave. Many people do not appreciate this and when I make a bow from a stave with say more reflex in one limb, they think my tiller off at full draw. I know you know better. There is a lot I could learn from you and many others on this site. I always test my bows in my backyard range by going all the way to the fence where it is 27 yards to the target to see how little the arrow drops by the time it hits the target. Your arrow flew with very little arc and passed with flying colors.
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Congrats Chuck, I know you have a fine bow there. :)
Pappy
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I made a post with pictures of my trade bows. When I get back from Marshall I decide which one to ship out.
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php?topic=57086.msg784525#msg784525
As it turns out I did get both of these bows. Mr. Anders may be short but he's big on class, and a heck of a bowyer. Thanks bud!
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Congrats Scott! Good on you Clint, that is a class act!
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Thanks Scott. I hope they shoot well for you.
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Over the weekend Clint brought me Pappy's trade bow! I am very honored to own one of his bows. It's an Osage recurve with Copperhead skins, jute handle and antler overlays. 52@26 and hits with authority. Shot the course with it and shot it quite well 8) Thank you very much it will be cherished for a long time
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Pauly REALLY DID shoot course well ... very well!
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Very nice work Clint and Pappy. I got to see those trade bows in the hands of the happy recipients at Marshall over the weekend
and have to say they are first class all the way, cool stuff. 8)
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Wow! Some beautiful stuff going out! This thread should come with a disclaimer,"warning...a bib is recommended before opening this thread. Not responsible for drool down the front of your shirt!"
I finally got some quality shop time in this weekend. This is plan A all tillered and the handle shaped. I'll be doing the lipstick on the road this week and hopefully will have it finished next weekend. Yew billets from goat, bison tip overlays and probably some sort of snakeskin on the back. I'm leaning towards black cobra. I spent the afternoon shooting it in and it did well. Josh
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Very nice Josh. Paul glad you liked it and shot it well, hope you enjoy it for a long while. :) Wasn't sure what to make for you but that seemed to be right up your ally. ;)
Pappy
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Nice Pat love those tips. Arvin
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All the bows are looking great guys . Arvin
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Very nice bow trucker!
I seen Paulys pappy bow in person. Its sexy as heck, quiet, short and fast. Pauly shoots it well, that is really what matters.
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Those are some sweet looking bows, fella's.
Hey trucker, I tried to wake up Parnel when your call came through Friday nite but he wouldn't budge, I was driving and the phone was on the floor.
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Looks like some fine work from Pappy and Josh both
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Nice lookin bows guys.
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I took my trade bow to Marshall and passed it around for the masses to shoot and shot the course with it. Performed pretty well and got the nod from the people that shot it. Gotta write a name on it a few more coats of finish and should have it in the mail within two weeks
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Finally got my tips spliced in and backing strip reduced and recurved to fit. I'm going to sinew back the hickory strip and then apply it.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1289_zpsthhgjjxg.jpg)
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1287_zpszzcgo446.jpg)
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1285_zpsbduffeuh.jpg)
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1286_zpsvzhcuitk.jpg)
This was plan B but it's going to be too heavy I think.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1276_zpswnus4woa.jpg)
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Looking good pat
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Why are you sinewing the backing first?
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Liking the looks of those, Pat.
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Why are you sinewing the backing first?
Because it has been my experience that the lateral shrinking of a sinew backed tri-lam will pull the two pieces of wood apart.
I doubt it would be a problem with a more flexible and wider belly wood but Ipe doesn't move that way.
By backing first the wood can curl the edges and then be re-flattened.
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Those are some serious hooks. I don't know if I've ever seen a sinew backed tri-lam bow before.
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Why are you sinewing the backing first?
Because it has been my experience that the lateral shrinking of a sinew backed tri-lam will pull the two pieces of wood apart.
I doubt it would be a problem with a more flexible and wider belly wood but Ipe doesn't move that way.
By backing first the wood can curl the edges and then be re-flattened.
Thanks Pat
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Those are some serious hooks. I don't know if I've ever seen a sinew backed tri-lam bow before.
In this case I'm counting the sinew as the third layer rather than the typical tri-lam reference to three wooden pieces.
The northern Eurasian bows were said to be wood backed wood with an additional layer of sinew in some cases.
I know a guy on Paleoplanet made a similar bow with Ipe, Elm and sinew.
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Interesting bow please keep posting progress pics
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I'm hooked. Keep the pictures coming.
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Them are looking good PatM.
Pappy
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Interesting and solid, Pat. I like it.
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looking good Pat, look like flight bows.
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That one looks pretty sweet Pat
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Hey trucker, I tried to wake up Parnel when your call came through Friday nite but he wouldn't budge, I was driving and the phone was on the floor.
That's alright Eddie ...I didn't really need anything. I was just checking to see how you guys were getting along on your road trip.
Thanks fellas! I'm not getting much time to work on it this week so far. Plus I'm studying for the truckdriving championship coming up father's day weekend. Never enough hours in a day it seems.
Pat...you have my attention. You have some serious hooks going on! Josh
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Very interesting Pat, I'm really digging that
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That is a fascinating bow Pat. Did you laminate the recurves or are they steam bent one piece? I'm lookin' to steal some ideas ;D ;D
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They are one piece of Elm. The backing will run up them to the tip however.
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Finally back in the bow shop. Got the first coat of finish on my trade bow. Pics, soon to come.
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My bow(#2) is just about done. I'll get some pics up this weekend and try to get it in the mail next week.
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Heres a few pics of the one I think I'll settle on sending to my guy. This is plan D, the results of plans A-C have been a little bit frustrating. :-\ Issues ranged from underweight, to frets, to hand shock on the first three attempts. Still have some tiller tweaks to address on this one but heading over to the shop in a few minutes to hopefully work those out and then start putting a finish back on. Thought I was done but decided a bit more belly scrapping was in order. It will be a simple and primitive looking bow, the kind I am drawn to the more I keep making them.
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Sweet bow Greg, the scallops, unbraced, and fd look great
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Very nice. Is that the one you were working on at Marshall?
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That's a beauty......
DBar
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Very nice!
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Yep same one Clint.
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I've seen that before, very nice work Greg.
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That's a great looking bow, Greg.
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Awesome bow Greg wish i could see that one up close!
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Like said, a great looking bow.
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Nice work fella's!that elm looks great Greg!
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I got a few pics today to show you guys before sending her on her way to her new home. She's 63"t/t, pulls 53#@26", has snake skin backing(not sure what kind, I think it is from Clint as is the stave), hemp handle wrap with a floppy rest and water buff tip overlays. She shoots well. I had to do a lot of heat manipulating because of a dogleg and lots of reflex in one limb. That limb holds a bit of reflex still and the other limb wouldn't take any...even after repeated tries. Anyway, here she is...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00079_zps579ipduo.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00079_zps579ipduo.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00078_zps98euviyj.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00078_zps98euviyj.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00077_zpsqzfgwmhx.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00077_zpsqzfgwmhx.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00076_zpsli2qp44p.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00076_zpsli2qp44p.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00075_zpsdezsxzal.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00075_zpsdezsxzal.jpg.html)
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That's a good looking bow Pat. The skin is a black rat snake
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Thanks Clint. Couldn't have done it without you...at least as far as the stave and skin goes.
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Sweet looking bow, Pat. A lot of eye candy being shown.
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Thanks Eddie. Wouldn't have done it without you. You twisted my arm to get in on this trade.
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Very sharp bow Pat, has the specs and the look of a hunter.
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Glad I did, Pat.
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Me too. ;)
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Very nice Pat
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Very nice Pat, that should make someone very happy. :) Nice bow Greg, we have come to expect no less from you. ;)
Pappy
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Looks great pat!those skins are killer!
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That's a real sweetie Pat. Somebody is going to be smiling when that arrives on the porch.
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The stats are in my range. Hmmm ::)
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Sweet looking bow Pat
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Rather optimistic of you double ought, to think you can pull a 26" anchor.
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Yah, like 4" of optimism. :)
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One of these days I'll figure out that full draw thing
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Yah, like 4" of optimism. :)
Real life average of 18"
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Says the guy who blamed his poor shooting on being east of the Mississippi ;D
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i don't recall mentioning the Mississippi lol
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(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/snakey/paulys%20bow/20160528_104649_HDR_zpsbkywrf2t.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/snakey/paulys%20bow/20160528_104649_HDR_zpsbkywrf2t.jpg.html)
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Trust your instincts Clintonson....you must trust them.....
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That was half draw in that picture tree hugger ;D
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Wrong, that's full draw Clinton. Your nothing but a no-good, arrow peaking, tip pointing cheater.....I wash my hands of you.
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Clint you already have too much invested in this bow with the stave and skin coming from you. It would be a crime to send it to you. She will be traveling somewhat west and somewhat north of here...relatively speaking. ;D
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I ain't no tree hugger😃
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Wrong, that's full draw Clinton. Your nothing but a no-good, arrow peaking, tip pointing cheater.....I wash my hands of you.
Tip pointing wouldn't do me much good since my full draw is never the same.
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I ain't no tree hugger😃
Then how do you explain this picture? ;D
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Outlawstaves/20160529_105720_zpsoggxfj7c.jpg)
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I was framed i tell ya, framed!!!😜
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I ain't no tree hugger😃
Then how do you explain this picture? ;D
(http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv22/Outlawstaves/20160529_105720_zpsoggxfj7c.jpg)
Looks like he is hiding from bad shots to me.
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Well, I got my bow shipped off today, should arrive wed or thursday.
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Sinewed the backing strip.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1327_zps2jfnospb.jpg)
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That's a real nice sinew job Pat
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Didnt i read in the beginning of this thread you hadnt made a bow in a year?! Guess its like riding a bicycle for some people.
Cant wait to see that baby finished up. How long are you going to let the sinew cure on that backing strip pat?
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That was probably Pat B. I'm always whittling away at something.
I'll give it about a week or so and then start re-establishing a flat gluing surface and see how it looks then. The minimal wood thickness will let it lose moisture faster.
The consensus seems to be that it's safe to bend a sinew job fairly soon even if it does continue to cure with time.
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Thoroughly impressed anyway sir! I could see how it would loose moisture faster.
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That was probably Pat B. I'm always whittling away at something.
I'll give it about a week or so and then start re-establishing a flat gluing surface and see how it looks then. The minimal wood thickness will let it lose moisture faster.
The consensus seems to be that it's safe to bend a sinew job fairly soon even if it does continue to cure with time.
Yep I'd get her down and bent soon.................look'n good PatM....will be glad or can't wait to see the finished product.
DBar
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Chuck the sinew master says 2 weeks max on a simple wood/sinew job. That's providing your not in 85% humidity. I buy what he is selling as he has sinewed 20x more bows than I.
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This quote is interesting as well.
"Lukas prefers to string them after about 6 months, but has found no notable differences in poundage from bows he cured for a month, half a year, or even over a year. "
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Sinew carries around more lore than it deserves.
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Sinew carries around more lore than it deserves.
In my dry hot area 10 days is plenty of dry time
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I'm with Bubby. Our humidity fluctuates by they still dry fast in an airconditioned room. Or hot attic with the fan blowing.
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My sinew bows stop losing weight really fast, no more than a week. i know sinew and hide glue will strengthen over time, but as far as moisture goes, it seems to escape pretty quick.
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Well I got the tiller finished on my plan A, gonna thin down the tips and shoot it in more in the next couple days. After I put few hundred arrows through it and I am happy with the results, then I will dress it up and send her away. I also made some good progress on plan B if I have any troubles.
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I just mailed mine on monday and the tracking says it was delivered to front porch this morning.
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Its getting towards "crunch" time. Should be plenty of tubes in the mail in the next few weeks :)
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Started flattening the pretzel on the old "belt" sander.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1356_zps89ftlcqb.jpg)
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1359_zpsejkkxixh.jpg)
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Cool build Pat, here's an update on mine had it to full draw just needs some tweaking(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_184952_HDR_zpszad6e9yf.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160607_184952_HDR_zpszad6e9yf.jpg.html)
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Thats a beauty Bubby
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Thanks Steve
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Bub........that brace is swwwweeet!
DBar
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Some sweet stuff getring built. This whole thread is gold.
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That looks sweet, Bubby.
Pat, that's gonna be tough to stuff in a tube.
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Pat, that's gonna be tough to stuff in a tube.
I'm going to glue it down pretty much flat. That reflex is jut so the sinew gets stressed more.
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Underlays to cover v-splice on belly side.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1369_zpszezltlui.jpg)
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Getting there, Pat. Its going to be a cool looking bow if it all goes to plan.
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Awesome work bubby and pat!
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My bow is packed up and will be in the mail today.
Interesting bow, Pat. Looking forward to seeing it completed.
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Some underlay blending and grooving of the glue surface on the recurves.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1412_zpsto68h7ks.jpg)
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Groovy 8)
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Mighty fine bows there, guys!
I just come back from the hospital, had a knock out couple days ago (collapsed and got an erysipel).
I'm weak as achild, but hope to recover soon to get my plan C finished. aat least I hope so. If not I will send out plan B at end of June.
Plesae don't expect any reaction from me the next days
Greets
Simon
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Wishing you a speedy recovery Simon.
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Yah, rest up and get well Simon
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Well wishes simson, I hope you get to feeling better very soon!
Patrick
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Get well soon Simon
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get well soon simson :)
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Rest up Simpson. Hope you are feeling better soon.
I'm kind of disappointed by the lack of progress pictures being posted. Is Patm the only one working on a bow?
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Im done just need to mail
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I'll get some more pictures posted soon. I have my bow tillered out and shooting. I have the rawhide backing on and the tips refined. I just need to sand and do the finish work. I'm a teacher in the last week of class. Haven't had much time to work on it. Next week I'm FREE!!!!
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I'm not sold on the osage recurve yet I have a boo padauk ready to glue up I'll post some pics once it is unwrapped
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I have 4 done except for the handle wraps. Not real crazy about how any of them shoot so I started a 5th bow. I have it at brace and pulling about 12". I hope to get it tillered to full draw in the next week. There is still time and I don't think I'll go down to the wire on the shipping date. (fingers crossed).
I definitely do not want to be starting #6. ::)
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Thank goodness I am done and just setting back enjoying watching the builds, I hate deadlines. ;) :) :)
O I forgot I have another deadline for a ElmHall bow. ??? Hope you have a fast and complete recovery Simons. :)
Pappy
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Best wishes for a speedy recovery simon!here's a elm,albeit a bit overbuilt but it's shoots great.i like the look of the wood so it mght just get a simple finish
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My Trade Bow was scheduled to be delivered yesterday but I think my recipient is probably on the road. ;)
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Wow!!!!!I hav'nt been keeping up here at all with this thread.What a wonderful bunch of bows shown by all here.
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I'm kind of disappointed by the lack of progress pictures being posted. Is Patm the only one working on a bow?
I agree, you are ALL fired..............and I here I thought we were all elitist A team snobs that are better than everybody else, boy was I wrong......
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Proud member of the "C" team
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Don't be so hard on yourself Paul. You are at least a B- ;D
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I sent my bow off last week but I am not big on photos so never posted it in advance.
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I have been told by my daughter that I received a long tube in the mail yesterday, but being her mothers daughter....she would not divulge any more information than that. >:( The ornery little turd! However, I think I have an idea where came from...if I'm correctly interpreting recent clues on this thread. If so I couldn't be more tickled! Hopefully I'll get to stop by the house Thursday and find out before I go compete this weekend.
I have been remiss in posting my progress on this trade, but I am on schedule. The only update picture I have is of the Cobra skin I put on. Just a teaser really. I'm about half way through applying the tru-oil and just need to sign it, finish the finishing and put the handle wrap on. Then I'll ship it out.
I have to admit that the whole A-team/B-team bit has chapped me a bit. I realize that most are joking, but clearly some are not. I can't really put it into words why it bothers me, but it does. Josh
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I'm with ya Doc, bow is looking pretty dang good. Pappy
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Nice looking cobra bow Trucker. I sent you a message ;)
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The glimpse, Dov, just makes one lust to see more!
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Wrapped it up with clear hockey tape so that I could check the glue-line and then wrapped again with inner tube. No pics of it wrapped in inner tube but if you let your imagination run wild you should be able to picture it.
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1426_zpsq8rxltzi.jpg)
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1427_zps97rbgor4.jpg)
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Man o man, Pat! Can't wait for the braced and full draw pics. 8)
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Thats a wicked looking bow with those sharp hooks Pat, cool design.
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Man guys I am inspired to work on my trade bow now. To bad I've got to get to bed and do that work thing tomorrow.
Nice looking bows ya'll!
Patrick
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Alrighty boys, its crunch time with 1 month to go. I have a list of everyone who has shipped and received, so please
say in this thread if you've done either.
Theres only been a couple of guys who have not posted any progress pics, so if your one of them, lets see what your working on!
Weylin and Carson have stepped up to help Bryce complete his bow, cheers guys, that'll be a special bow coming from the 3 of you.
Simson has informed me that his bow being a take down should not be a huge shipping cost, and to just direct any donations to his builder.
Also, I hope you are feeling better soon and back in your shop!
If you are into throwing down, shoot me a text or PM and I'll pass on the info for Simons builder.
So far this trade has been outstanding, great bows guys. cheers
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I have received a fine bow from Pat B! I snuck home just before dark and pulled it out of the tube, strung it up and hustled out back with a handful of arrows. It shoots great! I didn't have a chance to take any pics before it got dark, but trust me this bow is a looker! Thank you so much Pat! Josh
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Glad she got there in good shape Josh. Hope she suits you well for many years to come. She is a few pounds over your suggested weight but you're a big boy, I'm sure you can handle it. ;)
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Lucky trucker! A genuine Pat B is something special to own.
Patm, that bow is looking fine man.
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PatM, that is looking like it could rocket a flight arrow.
Congrats Josh, post some pictures when you get a chance.
Here are a couple of what I'm working on.
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Shipping out today or tomorrow is my trade bow. My recipient likes heavy draw weights which had me a bit intimidated.
I chose an osage stave from a tree that I cut in the Winter of 2012 in Southern Michigan. The staves from that tree were unusually dense with thin growth rings. Aesthetically, the red streaks throughout the heartwood, I thought were pretty cool. While drawknifing, I got through the bark and down to the last layer of sapwood. The last layer seemed to exist harmoniously with the heartwood. Instead of chasing the next ring to get rid of it, I thought it complimented the already unusually fire-streaked stave. Roughed out, I brought to this year's Tennessee Classic where I began tillering it out as my Selfbow Challenge bow. I was going to make the bow for myself, since it was so pretty but, it was tillering out nicely right from the git-go. I needed to remove a lot of wood to get to my preferred 45-50 pound draw weight. As luck would have it, the bow was landing perfect for my trade recipient sporting a stout 70# at 28". It also held its profile really well during the build. After I was satisfied with the tiller, I shot it in at The Classic through the Selfbow Challenge course. Though a lot heavier than I am accustomed to shooting, it shot well. Hope he likes it as much as I do.
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Some more pics...
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very cool lookin bow Matt, similiar to the stik i got from ya at Kalamazoo this past winter. And if that shoots half as well as mine your guy will be in heaven.
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I saw Matt's bow in person and it is a beautiful piece of osage.
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Wow Patm, that bow is shaping up to be something else! Can't wait to see brace and FD!
MWirwicki, that is one hell of a piece of wood!
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PatM, that is looking like it could rocket a flight arrow.
Congrats Josh, post some pictures when you get a chance.
Here are a couple of what I'm working on.
It looks like you glued your tip overlay on the wrong side ;D
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Nice job Matt, classic osage bow.
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PatM, that is looking like it could rocket a flight arrow.
Congrats Josh, post some pictures when you get a chance.
Here are a couple of what I'm working on.
It looks like you glued your tip overlay on the wrong side ;D
Whoops....good looking out Clint
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Beautiful color in that Osage Matt!
I'm sure enjoying the stories and the variety of build techniques being demonstrated here. Keep it up folks. Haven't seen a bow I wouldn't want yet!!
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I also got to see Matt's beautiful osage beast in person. It really is a gorgeous bow
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That is a beautiful piece of osage Matt. 70# doesn't look too heavy for you...at least not for a quick pic. ;D
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That is a beautiful piece of osage Matt. 70# doesn't look too heavy for you...at least not for a quick pic. ;D
PatB, the funny thing is that was picture #4. The first three didn't turn out well. My shoulder got sore after picture #2. :laugh:
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That is looking slick A-a-r-on.
Matt, gorgeous bow, as usual. 70#! Wow! Haint no way I'm getting it back 28!
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Stop being so hard on us non posters. With a 2 and 3 year old I have some time to make bows, but not time to post. Priorities you know.
I have checked in for a quick look from time to time. Nice work everyone! PatM. I'm in awe of how you made your bow and how it turned out!
I'm done with mine and am quite happy with what turned out.
Stand by
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Here it is. For someone who has been on this site for longer than me and I've always respected. The bow string lines up dead center on the handle and is a shoot off the hand so don't assume it is a left handed bow just because of my full draw picture.
I wanted to make something that I have a lot of experience with and is somewhat unique to me. The stave was a perfect piece of Utah juniper. No knots at all and strait as can be. I've been saving it for a special occasion. It had a little deflex to start. After 2 2/3 layers of sinew it holds a little reflex. About 1 3/4". About 51" nock to nock. A center shot bow. 4" handle, top limb 25", Bottom 22". The bow is a Modoc style painted with yellow ocher I picked up in California. Put a chunk of it on a electric burner for a few seconds and it turns a brilliant red. The black is charcoal. I made a glue a few years back from pacific red snapper(chilli pepper rockfish) bladders. I spent a couple hours cutting them out of our bait bin on a steam home, back in the 12 years when I worked on a crab boat. The fish were from very cold water so my glue was a bit of a failure as it did not jell untill i put a fan on it for a few days. Because of all this it makes a great paint binder. It does not crack. The design is unique but based off a couple existing designs on old bows. Not a true reproduction. The tips are bighorn sheep horns. I used shellac over the sinew for water protection The belly is treated with grease, then a few coats of tung oil.
I love how this bow shoots and hope the new owner likes it too.
51" nock to nock 47# @ 26"
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more
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full draw
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Very nice bow Chuck. Full draw looks incredible. Looks like you are pulling it more than 26" though.
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Great looking bow Chuck.
This is what this post should be looking like now. Pictures of incredible bows on every page. Thanks guys!
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Knocked that one out Chuck!
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Chuck that one is over the top buddy! I definitely love your primitive finish work!
Patrick
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Some nice bows are in the works. Chuck that bow is insane. I love a well done paddle bow
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Chuck, fantastic job on that one!
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Ohhhh my! :P :o :-* :P : :o :P
Chuck, that is waaaaaaaay cool.
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Very cool Chuck
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Ohhhh my! :P :o :-* :P : :o :P
Chuck, that is waaaaaaaay cool.
Sweet bow.
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Man some beautiful work going on, outstanding, all of them. Pappy
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I got this boo padauk or jatoba can't remember which glued up. I'll pull it off tomorrow and see how it looks(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160615_163339_HDR_zpsbkd0gtfs.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160615_163339_HDR_zpsbkd0gtfs.jpg.html)
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Just an update, WillH don't get on much it seems anymore but his is about ready to ship. Seen it Friday evening and it is nice for sure. :) Someone will be very happy with it I am sure. :)
Pappy
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Good looking bows getting done. Gonna be fun to see just who is on the receiving end of each of these one of a kind creations.
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Shipped! :)
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Good work Matchew!
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It must be such a great feeling opening up a box with a work of art in it and knowing it was made just for you!
I'm still a novice.. But hopefully , when I get more skilled with it, I may eventually participate 😊
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It must be such a great feeling opening up a box with a work of art in it and knowing it was made just for you!
I'm still a novice.. But hopefully , when I get more skilled with it, I may eventually participate 😊
With where you are located, keep in mind the shipping costs involved in these trades.
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I'll have to save up for a whole year @osage outlaw!
I don't even want to think about it 😂😂😂
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Cleaned up the glue up and trying to make an integrated "stuck on" shelf.
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I love that bow, Chuck. I wish I could shoot a bow with that short of draw length and it was coming to me. You did get my inspirational juices flowing. I've been siting on a 7'x2"x6" yew board for a very long time. I think it might be time for me to lay out a sinew backed NW bow on it with my draw length.
PatM that bow is looking bad a$$,,you blended that shelf in nice.
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I get home Tuesday from a trip to Kenya and Thailand and I will be getting down to business on two bows. I guess it is my normal way of dollars my things. As a student I always needed a deadline to get me working on things.
Great bows everyone
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Wicked work pat and chuck!being grouped up with a bunch of masters I am always second guessing myself.just unbraced.
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Sitting on 3 bucks. A bail flax!
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Yeah i would be questioning my abilities too if i were you Bushy!! :o Back to the drawing board and send that shameful stick to me!!!
One of these days i will be trying one of your signatute eiffel tower designs. Is that elm?
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Compilation of the three trade bows
Finally back again ….
Here are the three standing / laying together. Every bow has a different design: plan A is a reflex /deflex with flipped tips; plan B is a deflexed static with large ears; plan C is a reflexed static with normal ears. I was also working on a plan D with an other td solution, but run into low weight. I will work on and post this bow in near future – it is an interesting project.
Back to the three:
I think I send out plan C, if I don't hear something different from my recipient…..
Only some coats of oil to do – I think I'm ready at weekend.
Left is A, middle B, right is C
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Three beautiful bows Simon.
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Wow Simon!!! Yeah....thats all i got. There are too many expletives im holding back when looking at those fine bows. You are a true master of your craft. Love those fish skins on the one. I want to get my hand on some carp skins. I think in your neck of the woods the carp is quite the gamefish. Are you allowed to use keep carp over there and process them?
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OoH,ooh,ooh A, no B, no C. Wait B. Uhhh A Nooo B ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Very nice bunch of right handed bows😳
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You can't go wrong with any one of those bows. They are all beautiful. I'm glad someone in this trade is going to get a Simson bow. I sure wouldn't mind if it showed up on my front door.
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I give another Wow! to Simson
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Simon go ahead and send C to your victim, but send A to me. That one is my favorite. If you need my address and shipping money, let me know.
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Beautiful work simson. I got home from the farm and Miss Joanie said I had a package, man when I opened it , Just beautiful work all round, tips and art work are just outstanding. Thanks Chuck. I didn't have any arrows at the house to shoot it but just had to string it up and draw it a few times, smooth as silk, can't wait until this evening to go fling a few arrows. I know from the feel it is going to be a shooter. Thanks again Chuck you do some outstanding work. Plan on getting a little blood on this one this fall. ;) :)
Pappy
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Whoever will get a simson bow is so lucky :p
That bow looks awesome Pappy
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The talent is REALLY starting to flow now. Amazing bows Simon, any of them would be an honor to own. And lucky you pappy! That bow would be fun to carry around the woods.
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Congratulations, Pappy! A Loeffler bow is definitely a prized possession.
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Congrats Pappy. That is an awesome bow.
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Congrats pappy those west ciast paddle bows shoot nice great bow Chuck
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Congrats Pappy, and excellent work Chuck
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Pappy you're a lucky ol' dog!
Simon, all three of those bows are a piece of art. It would be hard for me to decide between B or C. But those tips on C are really cool.
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Great looking bows Chuck and Simon. I'm home now. My head is foggy from travel but time to get busy.
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Congrats, Pappy! that's a treasure.
Simon, those look awesome. I'm sure your recipient will be thrilled with any of them. I know I would be.
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Congrats Pappy. Thats an amazing looking bow Chuck sent your way, cool style and art on that one. If anyone has a chance at a deer with it my money would be on you.
Simon those three you knocked out are killer as well, pure eye candy.
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Today I received a large section of PVC pipe with that gem that Matt posted inside. Couldn't have ordered a more appropriate bow for my type of shooting. Thank you Matt! I'll get some action shots up soon.
Added some side "plates" of Ipe to the recurves of my work in progress. I'll add an overlay as well to box in the tips. No particular reason to do this but tougher and stiffer tips can't hurt
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Looks good Pat and lucky you to get a wirwicki bow
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I got the boo jatoba went straight from floor tiller to brace. Wasn't sure if it was jatoba or pauduk but pearl and i best guess it at jatoba lol (http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160621_165608_HDR_zpslok8kqtf.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160621_165608_HDR_zpslok8kqtf.jpg.html)
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Shot that baby yesterday and even though I am not use to short/bendy handle and off the knuckle it shot like a dream, smooth, fast and quite, just a whisper. Now I need some cool arrows for it. Thanks again Chuck. :)
Pappy
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ThIs is an awesome trade.
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Getting right down to the wire now, lots of bows moving around. Pat and bub those bows are looking sweet. Nice work fella's.
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Right from floor tiller to brace ay Bubby?! This must not be your first rodeo. ;) Nice curves on that baby!
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Today I received a large section of PVC pipe with that gem that Matt posted inside. Couldn't have ordered a more appropriate bow for my type of shooting. Thank you Matt! I'll get some action shots up soon.
Wow! PatM, I'm surprised that you rec'd it already! If I remember right, I sent it out just this past Friday. Must have breezed through Customs. Hope you like it. I was intimidated by your stats when I first rec'd them from The Goatster. Hopefully, your pictures will do it better justice than what my pics did. I still have an achy shoulder from shooting that one on the course at Tennessee.
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I got the bow out past 23" and I'm still about 9# heavy at the full draw. Then i started to narrow the tips some(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160622_154442_HDR_zpsyj4e5is0.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160622_154442_HDR_zpsyj4e5is0.jpg.html)
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Tips look good bub............I really like and think thin tips helps performance.
DBar
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looks good bub's, can't wait to see the rest of it.
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I agree Bill, thanks Mike the belly wood on this is pretty stuff
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Looking good.
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Looking good bubby
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Pappy, I sure would be happy if that bow put meat on the table.
Thanks everyone. I am looking forward to seeing what is still to come.
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If it don't Chuck it will be my fault, sure not because of the bow. ;) :) It's got deadly written all over it. :)
Pappy
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Simon - those bows beautiful very nice . Excellent work.
Congrats pappy on getting one of Chuck's bows, he makes an outstanding bow. I love that artwork.
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Looking good, Bubby! Can't wait to see more of her.
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Tip overlay added and shaping begins. I'll work away the excess once stability is established. Got a string on it today and it stretched it out like a bungee cord. Need to get some no stretch material.
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Looks good Pat. Are you still using B-50?
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Generally no. I prefer the polyester variety of artificial sinew to B-50 and I use spectra fishing line for no stretch. Real no-stretch bowstring is not too readily available to me.
I do use linen as well.
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Pat and Bub - I follow your work with great interest! These are special bows ...
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Generally no. I prefer the polyester variety of artificial sinew to B-50 and I use spectra fishing line for no stretch. Real no-stretch bowstring is not too readily available to me.
I do use linen as well.
I can get D-97 and other types of BCY bow string material pretty cheap at the Classic. I could get some next year and ship it to you if you are interested. I got a bunch for the guys at Marshall this year.
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I put about 50-60 arrows threw mine today got the handle roughed in, now to get the tape glue off the back and build up a couple places on the grip and finish work
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Looking good bub and Pat.
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Here's one with a similar finish as the one I shipped last year.not having a decent stave pile this year has proved to be a little tricky.btw killer work pat and bubby!
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Nice!!
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Looks sweet from my chair bushy!!
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That looms sweet bushy....love that green....it will make a great companion in the woods@!
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That's a cool looking bow, love the color, bushman.
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I'm just kind of a hack trying to keep up with some of the best bowyers this country and actually the world have produced recently. I know that I have nailed a couple of bows pretty well but it is actually more normal for me to go and mess around with it too long and end up having to pike it or heat it or scrap it or come in under wt. I am an advanced beginner at best and I know it; but damn I love doing this stuff when I have the time and I know this site and all the folks here have put me way past where I could have gone on my own.
I'd be a little intimidated trying to make a bow for someone I see as a superior bowyer and I don't mind not being invited for whatever reasons. I see no reason for any hard feelings on this site since we are all here voluntarily. Take what you like and leave the rest alone; participate at your leisure people ;) 8). I am grateful I got this at all.
Free lessons and a bow in the mail???
Shitaki mushrooms! It don't get much easier than that.
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😉
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Weylin was kind enough to put the finishing touches on my trade bows tiller while I'm in the hospital. In a couple weeks when I'm out I'll finish it up and get it sent off
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Sounds great pinecone😉
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Glad to see you on here, Bryce. I hope you are getting better.
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Weylin was kind enough to put the finishing touches on my trade bows tiller while I'm in the hospital. In a couple weeks when I'm out I'll finish it up and get it sent off
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Bout time slacker! Man, if your bow ships on time i don't ever want to hear, "life got in the way" for an excuse ever again.
Get yourself better brycey boy 😉
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Get well Bryce. I'm prayin'for ya'.
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glad to hear your goin home, and plan on finishin a bow. just take it easy and go slow.
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Right on Bryce and Weylin. Way to get back to it buddy!
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Weylin was kind enough to put the finishing touches on my trade bows tiller while I'm in the hospital. In a couple weeks when I'm out I'll finish it up and get it sent off
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Bout time slacker! Man, if your bow ships on time i don't ever want to hear, "life got in the way" for an excuse ever again.
Get yourself better brycey boy 😉
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Exactly the kind of point I'm trying to make:)
Hopefully I will be out in time with a few spare days to shape the handle, final sanding, few layers of finish and stitch on some leather.
Thanks for all the good thoughts fellas :)
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Next time somebody gives me some flimsy excuse for shipping late I am going to direct them to this thread! Have them talk to Bryce!
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2x what Badger said.
Glad to see you getting back to it Bryce. Keep that attitude positive. ;)
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2 rods
11 bolts
5 weeks hospitalization.
Yeah I'd be glad to talk to late shippers ;D
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That bow looks great Bush.
Good to see ya posting and feeling up to getting back into a little bow work Bryce. Keep the spirit, stay strong and heal. :)
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2 rods
11 bolts
5 weeks hospitalization.
Yeah I'd be glad to talk to late shippers ;D
Looks like I have a new "slacker" Deputy. ;D
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Handle all shaped and nocks polished up, getting the finish on.
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My bow's all ready for some tru-oil. I just finished writing on it and adding my maker's mark. Sorry I didn't get many progress pictures along the way. At this point I may as well just wait and show off the finished product. I'm really pleased with how it turned out. Hope my victim likes it.
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Very nice bows everyone. I'm getting mine ready to send out and that should be this week
You got lucky Bryce. Glad to see you are getting better. Reflecting on all the crazy things I have done over the years, it's a wonder I'm still alive ::)
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My bow's all ready for some tru-oil. I just finished writing on it and adding my maker's mark. Sorry I didn't get many progress pictures along the way. At this point I may as well just wait and show off the finished product. I'm really pleased with how it turned out. Hope my victim likes it.
Nice work Mr Olive. And, you are a heckuva friend to Bryce. Tweaking his trade for him when he was down is first rate class act stuff. Exactly what I would expect from you and why I have you on my "good guy" list. :)
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Nice work Mr Olive. And, you are a heckuva friend to Bryce. Tweaking his trade for him when he was down is first rate class act stuff. Exactly what I would expect from you and why I have you on my "good guy" list. :)
Thanks, but it's no big deal. I'm positive Bryce would have done the same or more had the tables been turned.
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Bryce and Weylin, Kudos to both of you for finishing the bow. Given the circumstances everyone would have understood if it wasn't completed. It speaks highly of your character. I'm glad you are doing some bow work again Bryce.
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Bryce and Weylin, Kudos to both of you for finishing the bow. Given the circumstances everyone would have understood if it wasn't completed. It speaks highly of your character. I'm glad you are doing some bow work again Bryce.
×2 stand up people around here
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Just got caught up on the thread. What an amazing collection of bow work this trade has made, and the generosity displayed by so many is quite uplifting.
I started several different bows for this trade, but I just wasnt feeling it with any of them. I finally got one roughed out that is a perfect fit. It was a stave that Bryce gave me back in 2013 in exchange for bandsawing up a few yew logs he had just cut. It has some nice even backset in it, I just finished tweaking on the limbs with heat and everything lines up real nice. Flipped the tips Saturday, drilled out a couple knots yesterday. Fine tuning the width profile right now. Nocks and tillering it in this week. I am going to go with a naked handle, as it has a beauty mark centered in the handle. Not sure how to set it off with the finish work yet, might go for simple beauty as this stick is already easy on the eyes. When is the deadline? ;) I have a plan B already finished up, but hope it doesnt come to that.
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Carson what's that beauty mark?
Can we see a picture 📷😁?
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Here you go knotty :)
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That's pretty!
Must really look nice with a few coats of lacquer or tru-oil.
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They might allow me to work on my trade bow here in the hospitals tiny craft room:)
For Occuparional Therapy.
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Thats great news if it works out bryce
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They might allow me to work on my trade bow here in the hospitals tiny craft room:)
For Occuparional Therapy.
That would be awesome
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They might allow me to work on my trade bow here in the hospitals tiny craft room:)
For Occuparional Therapy.
Smooth talker ;)
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Bow shop and class in the Hospital, who'da thought.
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Be sure to post pics while working on it. I'll bet it draws quite a crowd. Glad to hear your getting better.
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Now that would be cool , glad things are coming along. :)
Pappy
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A defect reared its ugly head and put plan A out of the running. A lot of hard work wasted. Time to turn up the heat on all other works in progress. >:D
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Uh ohhhhhh......get moving rookie.
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A defect reared its ugly head and put plan A out of the running. A lot of hard work wasted. Time to turn up the heat on all other works in progress. >:D
What was the defect?
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A defect reared its ugly head and put plan A out of the running. A lot of hard work wasted. Time to turn up the heat on all other works in progress. >:D
What was the defect?
The Ipe has what looks like a shake or drying check mid-limb on the belly.
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That sucks after all the work, but you know its all part of this game we play.
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Bummer, Pat. :-\
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Ok, here are a few teaser shots of my bow after a coat of truoil.
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Thats a beauty Weylin cant wait to see the rest!!
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That's really good looking! Would love to see more pics 😊
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Oh my! Look at those Hooks.
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Hook'em horns man that looks sweet can't wait to see the whole thing
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Beautiful work Weylin
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Pretty sure I can salvage my double backing strip and continue with the same bow plan. I really want to make this specific bow. Stay tuned.
Nice work, Weylin.
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Beautiful bow Weylin.
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Pretty sure I can salvage my double backing strip and continue with the same bow plan. I really want to make this specific bow. Stay tuned.
Nice work, Weylin.
Good luck Pat hope it works out
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Pat, as much as I've messed with Ipe, that crap is common. The first thought that crossed my mind when you posted was wrap the questionable spot with thread wrap and glue. I have a recurve JamesP gave me four years ago that did the same thing and I've done nothing to it and the small crack has never gotten larger. Good luck, I think you can save it.
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I think it would hold up but it wouldn't feel right sending off a patched up bow for a trade like this.
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Yea, I understand, I'd feel the same way. If it was coming to me it would work. ;D ;)
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I think it would hold up but it wouldn't feel right sending off a patched up bow for a trade like this.
Those small cracks work fine in flight bows.
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Killer bow Weylin.
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Greg came over tonight and showed me the bow he's sending out and all I can say is whoever gets it will be more than thrilled 8)
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Weylin that looks sweet! Gonna be another happy swapper soon.
PatM, hope the salvage job works. You had some time into that sucker.
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Weylin: Nice looking bow. Looks like a real shooter. Nicely decorated, too!
PatM: Bummer deal, Pat. It's the shits, when something goes awry on a big project like that.
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Weylin: boahhh
Pat M: sorry for that, would like to see the repair on that really interesing stick!
Mine is on the way …
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at the German postal office they said the package is in the US within two days!!!! And within 10 – 12 days it should be at my recipient.
They cooperate with the USPS.
I got a tracking number to follow, I'm really curious how that thing is running.
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Very stylish box Simon, I love the detail you put into your work. All of your work.
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Very stylish box Simon, .....
Don't ya do ANYTHING half-a&^$d?!!
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Wow Simon! That box is impressive 😂
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Holy Samsonite! Or, should I say, Simsonite? I'd just like to have the box :)
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Nice work Simon. That's going to make somebody very happy to see it show up at their door.
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Wow! What detail. someone will be happy.
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Super cool Simon.................
DBar
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Weylin and Simon, i can't say anything that hasn't already be said. Just beautiful work. Simon, I mean come on.( wish there was a sarcasm button) ;)
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Still smells like varnish and I have to decide on a handle wrap but I'll be shipping soon. Michigan elm from a stave Paul Newton gave me at Marshall a few weeks ago. Here's a peek.
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Man, that is a Beaut! The artwork and scallops are really unique.
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Wow ...Greg that sure is a beaut ( I thought of it first Eddie) the elk sketch is a nice touch. does it have any meaning as to the receipent is????
DBar
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Naw Bill, I just like elk and they are easy to draw. The guy I'm sending this to is a bunny hugger. :)
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Soooo many cool bows. 8)
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Great looking bow Greg!
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Getting the finish going (http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160629_185719_HDR_zpswlgiu6it.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160629_185719_HDR_zpswlgiu6it.jpg.html)
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Cool bow Greg
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Wow that looks so nice @Badly Bent !
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Sweet, Greg! Hope that's comin' my way, but it's been a while since I've hugged a bunny. :-\
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Some beautiful bows for sure, beautiful work Greg and love the box Simon I am sure I would love what is in it also. ;) :)
Pappy
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Greg, that's a beauty for sure. I'm always impressed by your creativity.
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Great looking bow Greg. Awesome artwork again.
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Very cool Greg. Can't wait to see that one in more detail.
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Looking good Bubby. The stain job turned out nice.
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Thanks Clint here's the pic of the back(http://i623.photobucket.com/albums/tt320/bubncheryl/Mobile%20Uploads/20160629_210238_HDR_zpsj4sfidfp.jpg) (http://s623.photobucket.com/user/bubncheryl/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160629_210238_HDR_zpsj4sfidfp.jpg.html)
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Once again, Greg, you've managed to outdo yourself!
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Bub, it's been a pleasure to watch ya bring this one to life. Congrats!
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Nice Bubby!
Seeing the variety of what everyone is doing, is so cool.
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thanks Mike and Matt, yeah the differances in these bows is making this trade very interesting, and were getting close to the finish line😮
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Bubby, that looks nice! That bamboo has an aged look. I like it.
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Thanks Weylin
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I like it better blended out like that Bubby. Nice job on it
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Wow, I'm gone a couple days and I come back to see a number of really beautiful bows. They are all looking sweet!
Well all I have left to do is put a leather grip on mine and it will be headed to it's new owner. I'll get a few pictures us by this weekend.
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Another nice one, Bubby, Well, we're winding down.
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Man that looks great bub and I bet it shoots sweet too. I like the way you finished off that boo back.
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Thanks eddie, Greg thanks i like this finish on boo
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Well I finally figured out that I got to participate in this trade, even if it was a small amount. I made a scraper that Greg used on his scalloped bow!
All jokes aside, Greg that is a thing of beauty bud!
Simon, you are a true master of your craft sir!
Bubby, that bow shut is looking Sweet! I love the stain job.
Patrick
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Thanks Patrick, i was sanding my Marshall bowtonite while the finish was drying on the trade bow,it's a really nice bow that came off your caul😉
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Thanks Patrick. That was an impressive stack of sharp steel you passed around at Marshall, I've used that scraper quite a bit since then. :)
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Your welcome Greg and bubby. Glad I could help you guy's out. Even if it wasn't much.
Patrick
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Man...the finish work on these bows is stunning and eye catching besides the profile and style they carry.People receiving these bows should be very happy and even thrilled.Don't care who they are.
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bubby, love the look of that boo, cant wait to see fd. Greg, that baby came out beautiful, but what don't you put out that's not beautiful. great stuff from everyone here.
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A glimpse
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Ooooooo sunburst
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Ooooooo sunburst
That was my response to. Very nice Aaaron
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Man! I am truly impressed with all these works of utilitarian peices of Art!
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Good gravy A-a-ron! That stain job look slick, love those bridges to. Nice work man.
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Thanks a bunch fellas, I hope the owner is pleased with it too.
Bryce, I agree, with 3 trades happening there is some very impressive work being done all over PA right now.
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Thanks a bunch fellas, I hope the owner is pleased with it too.
Bryce, I agree, with 3 trades happening there is some very impressive work being done all over PA right now.
Great job on that one!
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Very cool bows, Greg, Bubby and Aaron! Can't wait to see the pics.
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Wow! Such nice work being done. Seeing the individual styles all in top form here is a thing of real beauty. :)
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Wow! Such nice work being done. Seeing the individual styles all in top form here is a thing of real beauty. :)
Yes it is . it would be nice to see a couple southpaw bows posted but i know that ain't happening😜
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That fade job is killer man!!! Can we get a closer look at the string bridges?!
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That fade job is killer man!!! Can we get a closer look at the string bridges?!
Yea I like those bridges too ....lets see some more ....
DBar
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Another
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Those are nice!!!
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Beautiful work on that osage Aaron, can't wait to see the rest of that bow.
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Nice looking stuff Guys.
Anyone heard from James Parker? I've tried to call him but have to just leave a message.
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Man, you all are goin to another level in here!
BB-love the grayish aged stain look. How did you get that?
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Duois, it was one of those unintentional finish results. Pigment was mixed with alcohol and rubbed into wood and then when I sprayed on a base coat of shellac it all moved around. I know better but just wasn't focused at the time. Anyway I kinda like the result so I just left it and put several coats of satin spar over it.
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Well here it is before I take it apart again...
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1619_zpsug9xnq1q.jpg)
And the defect
(http://i399.photobucket.com/albums/pp78/pat_05/IMG_1624_zpshv7su43q.jpg)
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Pat, are you pretty certain that defect would fail??
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No, but being uncertain is my reason for re-doing. ;) I already have a new belly piece and tips spliced together.
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Cant wait to see how she turns out when you put her thru the ringer. I understand your reservations in sending it to somebody though. Good luck on the rebuild!!
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Handle wrap completed. I wanted it to have a more primitive look so I hope my guy doesn't mind shooting off his knuckle.
Gonna give it a few more days for the finish to cure, buff out the limbs with pumice, add a coat of wax and ship out.
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Mines ready to ship. Just need to package it up and mail it. Pacific yew from wizardgoat Ryan. Takedown sleeves from 3 rivers. Bison horn tip overlays and Cobra skins. 66" ntn 50#@28". Had a whoops with an errant drop of super glue on the handle wrap that is really aggravating. I decided to rewrap the grip and of course not enough black leather to do the job. >:( Anyway here's a few quick pics before it heads to it's new home. Josh
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That looks awesome man!! Where the heck do ya come by cobra skins?!?!4
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Great looking bow Josh. I couldn't help but notice the arrow pass is on the south paw side.
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Bow looks great Josh, me likey
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Nice looking stuff Guys.
Anyone heard from James Parker? I've tried to call him but have to just leave a message.
Pat, I talked to him. He's just real busy after his injury, playing catch up.
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Mine went out today. I just hope it gets to the border before the looming postal strike
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That looks real nice Josh, am I gonna have to learn how to shoot lefty?
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GunDoc, AWESOME! real nice work sir.
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Nice looking stuff Guys.
Anyone heard from James Parker? I've tried to call him but have to just leave a message.
Pat, I talked to him. He's just real busy after his injury, playing catch up.
Injury?
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Good looking bow guys.
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Looking good fella's. Josh, that tiller is dead nutz. That has to be a smoooove bow.
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Nice looking stuff Guys.
Anyone heard from James Parker? I've tried to call him but have to just leave a message.
Pat, I talked to him. He's just real busy after his injury, playing catch up.
Injury?
Didn't he have a table saw injury to his thumb?
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That's what i remember Clint
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Yep! getting too old to see.
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Thanks fellas! Yep, it's a lefty and a smooth shooter. I just put it in the mail and sent it on it's way. I have my PatB bow with me in hopes that I can find the perfect scenic spot on my way to Arizona to do it justice with the pictures.
Greg your work is proof that primitive can be very classy. That looks real nice.
Aaron you'll have to show me how to do that tequila sunrise finish job. That is beautiful! Josh
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There should be a lot of bows being shipped this week. I can't wait to see all the pictures of them posted.
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There should be a lot of bows being shipped this week. I can't wait to see all the pictures of them posted.
That's what I'm thinking Clint, my bow ships this week just needs some writing on it
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Man there sure are a lot of nice lookin bows being posted here! Sorry I haven't been participating much... I got mine done this weekend. Plan on shipping it out tomorrow. It's a BBO from some bamboo I got from Carson and some Osage from Blackhawk. Hope my recipient likes it :D
(http://i1035.photobucket.com/albums/a439/willharrison347/E52E4DFC-7223-4A3F-8486-880BD1A3DB96_zpsqefecz9c.jpg) (http://s1035.photobucket.com/user/willharrison347/media/E52E4DFC-7223-4A3F-8486-880BD1A3DB96_zpsqefecz9c.jpg.html)
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Very nice Will ..................like the stain on the boo..
DBar
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Sweet bow!!!
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Very nice bow there Kansas boy!
Cool handle Will.
BB-like your tips!
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Now, that is sweet.
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That thing is sick Will...love the handle shape and lams!!
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I like everything about it except which side the arrow pass is on. :-\
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Very cool bow Will, I like it.
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Nice looking bow Will. Glad to see you posting again.
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Yep seen that one up close, it's a beauty Will, I think the new owner will like it. :)
Pappy
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Josh, Greg, Will, Pat - excellent work from each of you
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Guys the bows are great looking . Keep them coming. Arvin
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Sweet, sweet bow, Will. Looks like a whitetail killer to me.
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Great looking bows all. Was in the shop at 4 am this morning. Making progress and take down sleeves are glued up. Taking this down to the wire but the fat lady hasn't sung yet ...
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Well soon after I started shaping the handle here in the hospital, one of the staff called security saying I had a "crossbow" when security arrived and I heard what they had to say I laughed my a$$ off. When they tried to take my trade bow I told them firmly that this bow will not leave my possession and they continued to argue mute points that made them sound more ignorant. So instead of being harassed I but the BOW in the car.
I get home on the 12th and I will do my best to get it shipped by the 15th
-Bryce
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Ignorant is right Brycey boy. Sadly, its the "new" world we live in. Do what you can when you can man.
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Sorry about that Bryce. You would think they could cut you a little slack.
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Ignorant is right Brycey boy. Sadly, its the "new" world we live in. Do what you can when you can man.
+1, Pearly is right on the money here. What a corrupt "new" would this is...
Glad to hear that you're doing better Bryce.
Patrick
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What a load of shit. Good on you for not giving up the bow. God forbid someone in rehab do a little soul filling work with their hands. ::) You're admirable for working so hard to get it done by the deadline but if you need a few extra days to ship out your bow I'm sure everyone here will understand.
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I second that...
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What a load of shit. Good on you for not giving up the bow. God forbid someone in rehab do a little soul filling work with their hands. ::) You're admirable for working so hard to get it done by the deadline but if you need a few extra days to ship out your bow I'm sure everyone here will understand.
Well said Sir! Josh
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I guess they messed with the wrong dude and his bow!!
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Yes i agree as well...the society we live in today cant handle that heavy a dose of reality. I cant think of anything else better for you to be doing right now. Keep at it Bryce!!!
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Ridiculous! Many of the people in control and making the decisions on who can do what these days, its just plain scary.
Don't let it get ya down Bryce, get back after it when you can.
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I don't know??, a deadline is a deadline :o ::) ;). Living in Oregon sounds like redneck California, "let's drink some more Starbuck's and come up with some more stupid crap".
Push on, big guy. ;D
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It's just a fancy stick unless you have it strung and an arrow nocked. Did you try to tell them it was a bow shaped hiking stick?
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It's just a fancy stick unless you have it strung and an arrow nocked. Did you try to tell them it was a bow shaped hiking stick?
You ever meet a Security guard in a Hospital with common sense?
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It's just a fancy stick unless you have it strung and an arrow nocked. Did you try to tell them it was a bow shaped hiking stick?
You ever meet a Security guard in a Hospital with common sense?
Nope...
Patrick
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I don't know??, a deadline is a deadline :o ::) ;). Living in Oregon sounds like redneck California, "let's drink some more Starbuck's and come up with some more stupid crap".
Push on, big guy. ;D
Actually mullet it's more like woodstock than redneck California😜
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All finished. Now I just need to find a tube big enough for this fella. Happy with how it turned out. I'll do a full post in the bow section, here are a few pictures.
(https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7416/28038687422_cecf7211bc_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JHFAVd)(https://c4.staticflickr.com/8/7379/28063979331_aab4240d32_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JKVejB)(https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7405/28108122746_37299b7032_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JPPtBY)(https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7438/27526988534_67a30eaa88_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HWt1EA)(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7398/28064019161_7639e43f46_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JKVrak)(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7524/28064010681_1c52d39e31_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JKVoD8)(https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7400/27526994404_567f2268b8_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HWt3pN)(https://c2.staticflickr.com/8/7494/28064017241_8053a80cb9_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JKVqAe)
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That is a beauty Weylin, lucky guy to get that bow
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Noice work! 👍🏻
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Thanks Bubby!
Thanks, Bryce. I'm Noicing your Noice!
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Incredible bow Weylin. Since you are drawing it back to your ear I know its not for my T-rex arm draw length :'(
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Holy crap, Weylin. That is a beauty! Sure gonna be a lucky fella on the other end of that stick!
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Incredible bow Weylin. Since you are drawing it back to your ear I know its not for my T-rex arm draw length :'(
I bet I could pull it that far. :)
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Beautiful bow Weylin!
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That bow sure cleaned up nice for the big dance, Weylin.
I put the first dozen arrows through my trade bow last night. Love the way it shoots. Flipped tips straighten out a bit at full draw. Tiller shape looks a little off in this photo but I think it's the cant of the bow plus my camera man's low to the ground perspective :). Hit my recipients specs on the nose, so pretty tickled about that. Time to get finishing.
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That's a good looking bend to me, Carson.
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Some good looking bows coming from you West Coasters.
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Great work, Weylin and Carson!
Got an info about mine, it is in the Staates and has passed the customs - should be at my recipient in 1-2 days ...
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Some sweet looking bows guys, no doubt about it.
I shipped mine today. I hope it makes it to my guy before this postal strike happens...ugh
I was able to fit a decent piece of yew heartwood in the tube too
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Fabulous bows, fellas! It's been a treat to see what ya'll created. Congrats to all!
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I've died and gone to heaven...by way of Bavaria! I got home from work this evening and found a cardboard box in my chair. When I opened the box I found this...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00115_zpszxyjiuuy.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00115_zpszxyjiuuy.jpg.html)
and when I opened this box I found this...
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The box/bow case is impressive on it's own; foam rubber bow holder for each half of this beautiful take down osage bow, the box top has arrow holders for either 11/32" or 5/16" shafts, a 2 sided box for strings(2 came with the set) and other stuff...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00117_zpskrilfqr7.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00117_zpskrilfqr7.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00118_zpstyemn7qo.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00118_zpstyemn7qo.jpg.html)
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(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00120_zpslvkz7bdr.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00120_zpslvkz7bdr.jpg.html)
the tips are beautiful with horn inserts and overlays...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00121_zps22w3l7bm.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00121_zps22w3l7bm.jpg.html)
Simon's bow makers mark...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00122_zpss2bzijrx.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00122_zpss2bzijrx.jpg.html)
...and the best part...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/DSC00124_zpszsqmnj1v.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/DSC00124_zpszsqmnj1v.jpg.html)
Simon, you overdid yourself with this beautiful bow and case set. I will use it with pride and hopefully I can make meat with it for Simon and myself.
Simon suggested I not string the bow for a few days to let it acclimatize to my area. I'll string her up this weekend and put a few arrows through her. She hasn't been shot in but after seeing other bows Simon has made I'm not worried about that. I'll break her in this weekend.
Again Simon, I'm so proud of this new bow and she will be cherished for the rest of my life!
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You lucky dog. Congrats Pat. You better bring that set to the classic next year so we can check it out in person.
Impressive work Simon.
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That couldn't have gone to a better guy Pat congrats!!
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Clint took the words out of my mouth.
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Hot damn, that's a nice set up. Well done, Simon. Congrats, Pat.
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Thanks guys and thank you again Simon. I feel special this evening. 8)
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That is a very impressive bow, nice to see it go to Pat. I know he appreciates it.
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Congrats Pat and beautiful work Simons. Very cool. :)
Pappy
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What a cool bow and package. Excellent work Simon and congrats to you Pat.
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So very cool, congrats Pat. Incredible work Simon!
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Congrats Pat. That looks amazing!
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Amazing work Simon. Congrats Pat that is one heck of a bow and case.
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Great gift Simon. Pat, you are VERY deserving of that bow for a million reasons, plus a few more.
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That is an incredibly over-the-top gift and couldn't have gone to a more deserving member of our little niche. Congratulations PatB.
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Congrats Pat! You deserve it bud.
Simon, you are a true one of a kind craftsman and gentleman. That is an amazing bow set and gift. Thank you from me, for being and sharing with all of PA.
Patrick
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Wow Pat. Absolutely stunning set up you have there. I know of no one that wouldn't be ecstatic to have one of Simon's bow. A well deserved gift for you. Congratulations.
Fred
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Thanks everyone. I think we all disserve the bows we are receiving. Some incredible bows coming out of this trade and the other 2 also. We all do great work and all contribute to passing on the primitive archery tradition.
Well done to all! 8)
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Congrats to Pat! Simon you really put fourth the extra effort in making the bow case to go along with such a awesome bow. I'm tickled for both of you.
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Thanks guys, but you should wait with your compliments until Pat has shot her in!
We will see then if she's a good one (I really hope so). I'm very glad Pat likes her so far.
As a side note: I have declared the shipment as a 'HANDEMADE WOODEN BOW IN A PLYWOODCASE, PRIVATE GIFT, VALUE 40$'. We did not get any problems with the Customs. Perhaps someone need this info.
Back to the bow:
This stick caused a problem while tillering – the upper limb broke, and I had to make a new one. For those who are interested, you can read about and see a lot of pics at my side here: http://primitive-bows.com/osage-static-hunting-bow-n0-82/
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Pick up chin.
Wipe drool.
I'm not worthy :-[
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Wow guys everything's looking great! Mine will be out in the mail first thing in the morning
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Congrats Pat! That is a special bow right there.
I have got mine finish sanded. contemplating some possible stain effects... I will be shipping right at the deadline.
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Amazing work guys!canadian postal strike looms,just clued in after reading Ryans post!sure hope they settle quickly,planned on shipping this weekend or monday.plan z a black 50/50 molly.
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Plan Z Bushy? ;D ;D
I went as far as Plan E and will be shipping it tomorrow.
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Got my recipients bow stained with some homemade vinegar steel wool plus oak gal hide glue. Mild heat temper on the belly after shellacing. Now burnished and ready to sign. Kept it primitive with self nocks. I put quite a few arrows thru her. Fun to shoot. Hope my guy likes it.
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Cool bow Carson!!
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Sweet Carson, I dig the primitive looking bows.
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Should have went with a primitive one myself instead of this 14 piece nightmare... ;D
eta: 15 actually, counting the sinew.
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I like the primitive also, Carson.
Way to dig in, Pat.
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Very nice Carson, I like that profile
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Thanks guys. I was sweating it there for a little bit, but looks like I might ship early...by a day or two. ;D Keep at it Pat, that is going to be a special bow.
Got the strike plate inlayed today.
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Nice job on the strike plate
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That's a cool piece of wood, Carson. I need to try inlaying a strike plate some day. Very classy.
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Very nice work Carson!
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That looks killer man!! Cant wait to see the rest!
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Very nice looking primitive bow Carson, someone is gonna love that.
As soon as I get out of work today, I'm stopping by the post office to send mine out. Nothing like shipping on the last week!
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I got my bow from Simon braced this weekend. Had difficulty doing so but that was me. Left her braced for an hour or so with occasional 1/2 drawing. Will try to get a few arrows through her today and take some pics to share with you guys. I can tell just by 1/2 drawing that she is a shooter and if I do my part a meat maker too.
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My bow is all wrapped up and will ship soon. Came in 45-50# at my guys draw length, hope he likes it😀
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Mine's officially out the door and in the hands of the post office.
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Look awesome Carson and weylin! 8)!missplaced my serving bobbin,may have to make a trip to the city.anyways, decided to go with the green one after all.
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Now that's a hunting bow! Good call on the green. According to USPS, as of 15 minutes ago my tradebow is at the front door of my victim....errr....recipient I mean. Josh
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I got a gundoc bow and it's a beautiful sight to see😂😂😂😂
Details to come but i want to say thanks Josh it is a cool bow and i will shoot her shortly
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I like that green machine Bushy, good choice.
Congrats Bub. From the pic. Doc posted I'd say that bow looks like it was made for you. :)
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I was just putting the finishing touches on my packing job for my trade bow heading out when the postman came with a tube. I dashed across the yard and yanked it out of his hands and ran back inside to pop it open. I made my self not look at the return address so it would be a surprise. Oh man, did I score! I got Greg Arnold's (Badly Bent) scalloped elm bow! Here are a couple pics. I'll do a full post in the bow section so you check it out in all it's glory.
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8856/27970344850_7134dad73b_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JBDk41) (https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8825/27970350730_fa50049f69_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JBDmNo)
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Bushy, that's a pretty stain job and I'm sure a hunting bow.
That's who the elk was for. Congratulations, Weylin and sweet bow, Greg.
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You're welcome Bub! I'm glad she made it in tact.
Congrats Weylin! Few things are as pretty as elm grain especially when worked by as skilled a bowyer as Greg! Josh
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The trade bow is in the mail! though I think they're going to have to recommission the Spruce Goose to ship this tube. (The Spruce Goose is actually in my town. It's HUGE)
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8835/28148740412_b9841afe4a_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/JTpDQy)
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Weylin you lucky dog! I was secretly hoping for that beauty. Elk on it had my hopes up. Can't wait see it.
Nice score bushboy, and beautiful work too. That has hunter written all over it.
Damn you Weylin!
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Ok I I am over it, as I just realized how many amazing bows all of which I would be happy to own are headed out this week.
Couple more coats of linseed oil and I will be ready to ship. Got some cool pictures tonight while shooting it in some more. Light was real nice.
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(http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg15/bamboo_archer/image_zpsuf2jom2v.jpeg)
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Still a lot of work to get done in the next few days. Some heat adjustments and fitting the take down sleeves slowed me down some
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Final tillering tomorrow
Then finishing . WAiting for these Python skins to dry is killing me today . Darn humid weather and the fact that this reticulating Python is pretty thick skinned isn't helping. Cigar helps a bit though ;)
The Python came from our fish hatchery on Chiang mai Thailand. He was eating one of our workers chickens . Tips are a rosewood from Laos. I have to add a lil' Asian flare you know. Osage was from some nice naturally recurved Michigan billets a guy gave me that were seasoning 20 yrs in his garage. Take down sleeves made of stainless and brass a machine shop in Chiang mai makes for me for $15 a set
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Love that green stain bushy.
Looking good Randy. So does that stogey!
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Bushboy: That is real cool. Really, really like the green.
Randy: A lot of "magic" in that bow. Ought to be something real special when its finished.
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Well, the wife just called and said there is a long tube waiting on me when I get home. ;D Looks like I'm the recipient of a Big Will bow. Got another hour and half and I'll have that baby strung. :)
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Lucky!!!!
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We need pictures Mullet.
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congrats Eddie
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Ooh, lucky dog! Can't wait to see the pics!
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Ohhhh,, this baby is fast and smooth. I love a bamboo backed osage and cannot believe how quiet this bow is. Thanks Will, I'm a very happy camper. It will be with me when I'm up there in the Fall. And yes, I'm pulling it to it's 29" tiller. :)
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woah that is sexy!
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That's a sweet looking bow Eddie. Great job on it Will
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👍👍👍👍👍👍
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Very nice!
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Congrats Eddie, thats gotta be a sweet shooter. I shot one of Wills bamboo backed bows that he made for Cody last year, man was it smooth and accurate. So nice shooting it was hard to hand it back to mr. misslemaster.
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Yea, Greg. Every shot I made from 12 yards was a tight group and stuck in my bag target instead of bouncing out.
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congrats Eddie, that's a beaut!
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Im glad it made it to ya safe Eddie! Glad you like it, hope you can make some meat with it brother!!
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I had a delivery notice in the mail this morning and this is what I picked up at the post office
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Fortunately the contents were still in the tube because this is what was in there
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Not only did Ryan send me a fabulous bow but he also sent me an excellent piece of Yew, thank you Ryan. The workmanship on the bow is outstanding, haven't shot it because we got back late and the heat out there right now is deadly. This bow is going to be one of my most prized pieces, it's just lovely.
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Thanks, Will, I'll try. And thanks for all of the shop rags ;D.
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Sweet, Marc! The heat? How hot can it be? The pictures I posted this afternoon was 98F ;) I'm looking forward to going to Alberta in a few weeks.
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That's a great looking bow Marc. Well done Goat. And a yew stave as a bonus? WOW!
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Yew-Hoo Marc, congrats. That sure looks like a beauty and certainly a bow to be prized, nice work Goat.
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Wow Marc! Bet ur heart just stopped when you saw that tape cut. :o
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Sime great bows are showing up and that is no exception congrats to both if you
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Nice work goat! Marc, enjoy the bow.
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Congrats Marc, what a great bowand stave goat
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Congratulations Marc and Eddie! Two very nice bows from a couple of great guys.
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It was just about as hot here as where you are Eddie. The only difference is that you are used to that whereas I am not. Give me snow and -20 any day.
I was floored when I took the bow out of the tube, it is a work of art and I am proud to have it.
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Some very cool bows guys. Congratulations to all. 8)
I finally got out and put about 30 arrows through my new Bavarian bow. All I can say is WOW!!! This is the fastest selfbow I think I've ever shot. I'm shooting a mixture of arrows; some cane, some cedar and some poplar. After the first volley to get the feel of the bow every arrow went into about a 4" circle at about 15yards.
Simon, this bow is incredible, not only in the way she shoots but the balance and the way she fits my hand and feels in my hand but it shoots amazingly.
I'll get some more pics soon.
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Hey guys. Sooo, I have been unbelievably busy for the past few months and I appologize for not getting on here with updates. I have my recipients bow nearly done, just putting finish coats on her. I may be over the 15th deadline to ship it out by a couple days, but Im doing my best, Ill get some progress pics posted soon. Like I said, sorry for the delay!
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My guys bow should be there today
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This is fun watching the happy recipients post their new bows. I will be dropping my recipients bow in the mail today, so he should be getting his early next week.
In case my maker is reading this, I will be out of town next week teaching at a primitive skills gathering, but I will have someone watching the mail for me.
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Gorgeous bow Carson
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I'll second that A-a-ron, gorgeous hunk of yew Carson.
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According to tracking, someone will be receiving this one later today.
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,57532.0.html
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According to tracking, someone will be receiving this one later today.
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,57532.0.html
Someone did!!!
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The mail girl dropped off Aaron's bow to me this afternoon. Ignore the giant thumb in the picture. I was a little excited about receiving this bow ;D
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Aaron's work is top notch. I looked this bow over for 10 minutes just staring at all the detail work. Thank you so much for this bow Aaron. I'm giving it a day in the AC before I string it up and test it out.
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I love the dye job on this bow.
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The tips are amazing also.
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You are very welcome Clintster, Great pictures against the redneck Ramada too. ;)
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It's going to be taking many trips in the RRII.
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Is it getting hot in here? Or, is it just me?
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Cool to see all these bows being shipped around!
Marc- very happy it made it to you in one piece. I always worry about tip overlays and recurves.
There was a small note in there too, easy to miss.
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Also, anyone heard from James Parker recently?
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I'll text him. I haven't talked to him for a couple of weeks.
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Wow, Aaron! That's top notch work there. That bow is a stunner.
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Mighty fine looking bows showing up guys......love to see more..
DBar
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Gaur, your creation looks amazing! Those skins are attractive and that braced profile rocks.
Carson, what you made with that yew is just too cool.
Aaron, over the top man. Can't wait too see that one next time I'm in camp with the outlaw. Congrats Clint.
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Cool to see all these bows being shipped around!
Marc- very happy it made it to you in one piece. I always worry about tip overlays and recurves.
There was a small note in there too, easy to miss.
It wasn't missed Ryan, thanks again. You should probably upgrade the cardboard ends on the tube with something a bit sturdier though
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A lot of happiness in the mail this week! Nice works fellas! I haven't seen one yet that didn't make me go "Oh! Oh! Me! Send that to me!" . Josh
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Finally got a hold of James Parker.
With his recent hand injury he's been really busy trying to get caught up.
He's back to teaching tap dancing, and has started a door knob shining company. He says business is really good, this may be the last bow he builds.
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A doorknob shining company? Never heard of such
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Sounds like something James would say.
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Sounds like something James would say.
Sure does. You never know what he is going to say.
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Sounds like something James would say.
Yes it does! He's ever the wise guy! Lol! I am looking forward to seeing what he offers off. You know it'll be good...especially for a tap dancing door knob polisher. Josh
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Ooh, I can't stand it. Checked the PO Box this morning on the way to work. In the box was a little yellow card saying that I had a package (too big for box). The window doesn't open that early so I have to wait until lunch hour to return and see what it might be.
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That's a kiiler, Matt!
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This next week is going to be epic with some of the bows coming out
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This entire trade has been epic!
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I'll bet James will make a good living polishing knobs. :)
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I'll bet James will make a good living polishing knobs. :)
Ouch
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I'll bet James will make a good living polishing knobs. :)
I guess it just depends on whose knob you are polishing >:D
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So I went to the Post Office at lunch. Behind the counter there is a long slender box with my PO Box number on it. The clerk who is no stranger to me sending long, slender boxes, knows exactly what it is. I had to sign for it, which seemed unusual. Then I noticed that it was sent from Canada. The sender: Marc St Louis.
Now back at work in my office I contemplate, do I open it now or wait until I get home?
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Open, open, open, open, open
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Mine says out for delivery
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Open that sumgun Matthew! Open it!
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Couldn't stand it any longer. Beautiful, sexy Winged Elm recurve. I'll get a chance to shoot it tonight and post some pics.
The real cool thing is that I'm making a couple of Elm bows to donate to the Elm Hall club here in Michigan. I've been contemplating heat treating one of them. After seeing the heat treat on my new Marc St Louis bow, I'm going to do it for sure.
Marc, thank you so much for such a fine gift. This bow will certainly be treasured. I can't wait to shoot it. I remembered that you were trying to decide between two prospective bows. I don't normally reply to those posts; I don't like to inject any influence on the bowyer's decision. This however, is the one that I would have chosen had I responded. Now, I think it's even worse for me, waiting for the opportunity to shoot it.
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Lucky dog! Can't wait to see some more pictures of it. Congrats!
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You are welcome Matt. Was the box in good shape still?
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I finally got around getting a few pics...
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Just got home after a 16hr shift at work and found a tube from California waitin on me! Bubby you sure done a fine job on that stick! I love the stain job! Can't wait to get some arrows through it tomorrow at the IBO worlds. I'll try and get a pic or two and post em up. Thanks again Bub!!!
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I'm glad it made ghe trip alright Will, i hope she shoots well for you
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That looks great pat....whatcha got on the back for skins?
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I think the skins are cod.
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That bow looks like it fits you perfect Pat, congrats
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Well my bow changed a bit since last pics. Had to shorten it to make weight so it is more of a brush bow now at 56" and is made for a shorter draw. Hits hard though and I hope he likes it . Shipping it tomorrow.
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Top limb is a 1" longer
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The bows are rolling in now. I strung up Aaron 's bow and tested it out this afternoon. The bow feels great in my hand. It pulls smooth to full draw and really zips a flat arrow. I was very happy and impressed. This was my first group of arrows. Every group was like this.
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Nice group buddy, sure has a pretty brace. Were you shooting at full, full draw😜
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Pat that bow looks like it was made just for you ;)
bub I think Ill add a shock collar around Clint's neck. Every time he draws his usual solid 16" I'm zapping his azz! Eventually we will get him out to his full 22".
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Pat that bow looks like it was made just for you ;)
bub I think Ill add a shock collar around Clint's neck. Every time he draws his usual solid 16" I'm zapping his azz! Eventually we will get him out to his full 22".
After the steel drum incident I'm pretty sure d-bar would be delighted to have that job😜
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I'm getting better with the full draw.
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I'm getting better with the full draw.
I know you've been working on it😉
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Looks like this build is forcing me into extra innings. I guess I'll admit now that I'm going to be that guy. :-[
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I'm getting better with the full draw.
I know you've been working on it😉
For the last 5 years...............................................
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Randy looking good so far.
PatM, you're fired.
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You are welcome Matt. Was the box in good shape still?
Marc, the box was in perfect shape. It was very well packed. Thank you, again. I'll get pics up this weekend.
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the last few days i have been home from the hospital getting things sorted. i started having pain in my non-working legs:/ which is weird but despite the pain im going to get out into the shop today and finish my trade bow. if i havent shipped in 3 days from now i will be contacting my recipient and tell him or her that it will be a couple days longer:)
- Bryce
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Your a stud to the 10th degree Brycey boy.
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You get after it Bryce, but don't push it😉
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I'm glad to hear about the pain. Keep the faith, Brother. :)
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Get well soon Bryce . Don't overdo it
Mark mine as shipped.
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Ran into a little glich. New girl at the local store didn't know how to ship stuff.sorry to fall a day short!she's all packed up ready to go in the Am!
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Oh man! That bow looks sweet, bushboy! love the profiles.
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That thing looks killer Bushy!
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Ohh, Yea!
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Looks killer bushy!
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That looks like a little flite bow Bushy!
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I bet that one is a sweet shooter Bush, that full draw looks lean and mean. Love that green color too, very nice.
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Just went back a few pages and saw Gaur's bow finished up, man that sucker looks lean and mean as well. Sweet!
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Some very awesome work here gents!i feel honored to be part of this!shipped yesterday.
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Who's left to ship and receive?
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I have to ship. Just doing some make-up on the birch-bark finish. Resisted the temptation to just Massey finish it and close it out the way I envisioned it.
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I think there are 3 or 4 left out there. Goat might be paying closer attention to that. I'm trying to NOT pay attention so I still have no idea who might have my name.
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I am nearly finished with mine. Planning on getting her shipped very soon. Just a few more coats of finish and a handle wrap. Sorry again Its taken so long!
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Oh Pearlie, nobody told you? You were the odd name so you don't get a bow in this trade. ;)
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That's fine by me Pat! I got to build a bow for Gordon. That was a treat in itself.
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I got around to shooting the Wizards bow yesterday and it shoots great. Had to make some adjustments to the string for my arrow nocks and I took the crimp on nocking point off, sorry Ryan but I can't stand those things but besides that everything was fantastic. This is the best bow trade I have ever participated in.
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Thanks for the positive feedback on this trade, Marc. I'm sure goat will like reading that as it seemed to have a shadow cast over it from conception.
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I'm glad you and everybody else participated, Marc. It's looking real good.
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I had a great time in this trade as well. I just think a small group of people that know each other makes for a better trade all around.
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Marc - no worries on the string, I'm guilty of modifying strings made by others for my own liking too.
I'm happy you like the bow, no speed demon, just a nice shooting yew bow. I know you'll do something sweet with that lumber I sent you too.
There's just a few bows that need to be sent. I won't name any names, they know who they are and are fully trusted to do their thing. Theres still a few that were received but we haven't seen the pics yet, so let's see em boys!
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Gotta say, I have enjoyed this trade from the start. Enjoyed making, enjoyed getting, but mostly enjoyed watching our bow building legends get involved and show us new guys what experience and attention to detail looks like. It's inspiring to see, and I wanna say thanks for letting me play along.
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Thanks for the invite Goat. I have really enjoyed this trade. I had a blast building a bow for a friend and I also received an awesome bow. I was just shooting it 10 minutes ago. Thanks again Aaron. I hope you don't mine me getting some blood on it this fall.
Who all plans on hunting with the bows they received in this trade? I think we should keep this post going during the fall hunting season and share our success with them. It will be cool to see how everyone does.
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I also enjoyed this trade and again have to thank Eddie for talking me into getting and Ryan for the invitation. It got me off my arse and doing something I have loved for years. I also feel privileged to be among some incredible bowyers and part of this 1st Annual Invitational PA Bow Trade. Receiving the wonderful take down osage bow and travel case from Simon was the icing on this delicious cake. 8)
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I enjoyed being a part of it. Kicking myself a bit for waiting till so close to the deadline to get moving. Life has been busy for me as of late.
I plan to hunt some with Eddie's beautiful osage bow this fall. I did take it carping one night so far ;).
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Man, that is a bad #@ss bow Bushboy
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Great looking bows for sure, it's been fun and all seems to have went well. :)
Pappy
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To me, it was an honor and a privilege to participate in this trade. It was ran very well and was enthusiastic from the git-go. I'd welcome the opportunity to partake in the 2nd Annual. I'll definitely get some pics up of my bow made by Marc. It's just my size and I too will try to take game with it. Clint, I second the motion to post pics of our successes.
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I have enjoyed every bit of this trade, thank you to each and every one of you. It has been awesome getting to build bows along side of an extremely talented group of bowyers.
I was very excited and also a bit apprehensive to build a bow for The Outlaw, but I am very happy that you like it Clint, and I would be honored if you shed blood with it.
Scott, once again, I cannot thank you enough for this beautiful piece of art that you have gifted me. I know what this piece of wood meant to you, and I assure you it will be treasured in my hands as well.
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Now that seems as folks speak the closing word …
It's not over, as goat said, still some bows to deliver …
But, to be honest, I also enjoyed this trade, it was or is a good trade with very nice high quality bows. All made individual with very different designs – I like like that and liked the watching of the come along.
I also feel very honored to be part of this party!
May I make a suggestion, and let let us/me hear what you think:
What about a new thread with the gallery of all these bows all in one row, let's say 10 pics each bow and some only 3 specs (length, draw weight, draw length). No discussion in between the row, just pics. Of course we should wait till all bows are sent out.
I remember the bow rack gallery some time ago – it was so much fun to watch.
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I like that idea.
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There is a bow:
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That's a sweet profile, Pat!
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Awesome, PatM. You did it!
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Impressive hooks on that one
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Now that seems as folks speak the closing word …
It's not over, as goat said, still some bows to deliver …
But, to be honest, I also enjoyed this trade, it was or is a good trade with very nice high quality bows. All made individual with very different designs – I like like that and liked the watching of the come along.
I also feel very honored to be part of this party!
May I make a suggestion, and let let us/me hear what you think:
What about a new thread with the gallery of all these bows all in one row, let's say 10 pics each bow and some only 3 specs (length, draw weight, draw length). No discussion in between the row, just pics. Of course we should wait till all bows are sent out.
I remember the bow rack gallery some time ago – it was so much fun to watch.
Great idea, Simon! It would be great to easily see all the bows from this trade in one fell swoop. It might not be a bad idea for the other 2 trades as well, since all 3 have some pretty sweet bows.
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I like that idea!
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So do I ;D
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Good idea on the pictures. Nice looking hooks on that one PatM. :)
Pappy
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Wow, Pat! Hope that baby comes with a Stringer.
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Nice stick Pat.
I like the picture gallery idea.
My guy got a hold of me last night to let me know what was what with the bow, you'll never guess who it was......;)
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Nice stick Pat.
I like the picture gallery idea.
My guy got a hold of me last night to let me know what was what with the bow, you'll never guess who it was......;)
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LOL!
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Whoa!received a beauty from Gaur,thx's bro!a first on a few levels,a takedown,snakeskined osage orange bow C/W a bow sock.will get some action shots up soon.brillant my man!
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Glad it made it up there. Was thinking maybe I was going to have to drive it up there if the postal strike happened.
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That's funny stuff Brycey boy! HAHAHAHAHA!
Sounds like you made a happy bushy, Randy. Good work guys!
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Hurray! Hurray! Hurray!
Just came home from work and could unwrap a cool tube from Paulsemp.
Oh my – that is a sweet bow, from a nice clean character stave, fine detail work on tips handle and the transition into the sleeves. When you look at it you hardly will see it's a take down.
Paul, thank you so much for this piece of art. I'm sure she will shoot nicely. I will wait some days before bracing to give the bow a chance to acclimatise and hopefully the weather is fine on Friday for some pics.
Btw.:
I had to fetch the bow from the bureau for Customs. There are bureaucrats you won't believe. Took me an hour today to declare:
- yes it is a gift and
- yes Paul is a friend and
- yes the value is 40$ (haha) and yes it is wood, I don't know what species (haha) and
- yes it is no tropical wood, I know this for sure and
- yes this no trade, there is no bill included and
- blablabla …...
>:( >:( >:(
I'm glad we hadn't such trouble with mine for Pat.
In the end, after that $§%&§§ person did some search in the net, he suddenly said it's o.k. I can go. Believe me, my neck was as twice as thick as normal and I had some **** words on the tongue. But I was so happy and excited to have my Paulsemp bow finally in posession.
Pauly, thanks again for that super nice stick!
I can hardly wait to shoot her. 8)
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Great news Simon! Pauly had been worried about that delivery for a while now. It was shipped a few weeks ago.
ENJOY!!!
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Thank you for the relief. Shipped it two weeks ago and been worried ever since. That bow has been well shot in. I passed it around at marshall and let a bunch of guys shoot it. It was a pleasure to send my second one across the ocean. Hope it suits you well
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Congrats Simon, can't wait to see the pics.
I also received a bow from James Parker this past weekend.
I'll have to wait a few days to post some pics. It's a very very nice bamboo backed bamboo belly how with a smorgasbord of other woods sandwiched in it. I've shot some arrows already and it's for sure fast. Thanks so much James!
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Left home friday morning with the wife to spend a couple days on a lake in MN and got home a couple hours ago to find a tube had arrived while I was away. Saw the return address and name and realized instantly that I was now the proud owner of the lean, mean and green bow that Bushy crafted. Very cool bow of elm that draws a smooth 48# @ 25" and puts the arrows where I aim. Yeah I couldn't wait to shoot it and I put 50 arrows through it right after we got some pics taken. It was a pleasure to shoot and will see plenty more arrows loosed soon.
It's a different design than anything I've made and has Bushy's style all over it, yet it is perfect for me. Thanks so much Rob,
I'm proud and pleased to have one of your bows and will be showing it off to others often.
Here's a few pics guys.
I really dig the green dye. Also check out the cool elm bark handle wrap and strike plate. Cool stuff all around. :)
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And a few more, sorry for the indoor shots. I need a new camera, mine won't do pics in natural light.
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Im glad i finally got to see that baby up close....congrats Greg! Nicely done Bushy!
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Congratulations, Greg! That bow looked really short in Bushy's pictures, looks a lot longer up close with you holding it.
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Sweet bow, Bobby! Congrats Greg!
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That's a cool bow Greg. It looks like it fits you perfectly.
That is a whopper of a buck on your wall. You'll have to tell me the story behind that one the next time we share a camp fire.
Glad Pauly's bow made it safely across the pond. I'm looking forward to seeing pictures of it and James Parkers bow.
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Thanks guys, I'm very happy to have it in my collection. I love hanging the bows from friends in the PA community front and center on my bow rack to display and show off to others. I have a good collection going from several of you guys and I do shoot them and take them hunting from time to time too. These trades always are enjoyable wether one on one or a group trade like this I'm always happy when I participate in the fun.
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Congrats guys, very nice bows coming out of this trade. :)
Pappy
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Cool looking bow
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I liked that one from the start. Great job bushy and lucky you Greg, Ill see it in a week or so. ;)
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Wow, that is a very cool bow bushy, That handle wrap against the green really sets it off. Congrats Greg.
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Congrats Greg and Bob. I like the combination of pyramid limbs with flipped tips, and the colors on that thing are too cool.
Well, through process of elimination, I have determined that my maker is YOU, PatM ;)
Hope you can get her all finished up in time for the big dance...our Archery season is only 4.5 weeks away and I need a bow :)
No pressure. >:D
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Pat? Pressure? Nahhhhhh.........
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I'm also a proud owner of a Bushboy bow, Congrats Greg, looks good in your hands.
Cant wait to see these last few bows. I'll go some where nice this weekend to photograph my James Parker bow, as well as a couple others I've finished up recently.
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hey guys,, sorry ive been quite absent from the site and trade thread,,have a lot going on,,
got my trade bow from Carson last week,,, what an awsome bow,, and a sweet shooter too. a yew bow with some character and a couple of holes in the lower limb,, also has a strikeplate made of ivory, the inlay job is great... this bow fits my hand like it was made for me............wait a minute ---it was made for me :) thanks Carson,, I will kill a deer with this bow, it shoots great for me..........james
p.s. Carson,, is the finish on the bow true-oil??????????
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Waoah guys, great bows there. Congrats to all!
Can't wait to see all in a row ...
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Well there goes any element of surprise... :-[
Just doing the tru-oil. Had to ditch the birchbark idea after two failed attempts and go with some fawn rawhide as a sinew cover.
Marc sent me that hide 15 years ago and it feels good to work it into this trade.
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Glad you like it James. I enjoyed making it for you.
The finish is basucally a french polish. Shellac, and linseed oil, though I sized the bow with hideglue first, which makes it more of an english polish...No joke.
Sorry Pat, I couldnt help but look at the list and put it all together. Maybe I didn't need to announce it on here though :-\
I am excited for this bow. I know you are putting great attention to detail into it, and I appreciate that. Take your time, I do have a hunting bow. ;D
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Mr BB,greg, really happy you dig the bow!i tried a stable hunting bow design,hope it worked out.cheers bush!
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Sorry Pat, I couldnt help but look at the list and put it all together. Maybe I didn't need to announce it on here though :-\
I am excited for this bow. I know you are putting great attention to detail into it, and I appreciate that. Take your time, I do have a hunting bow. ;D
No problem. Should just be few more days for the finish to harden up and it will be on its way.
Hope it gets a chance in the field this fall. That's what it's designed for.
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Alright, Pat, new rule: You have to stay off PA till you ship. You get distracted easy. ::) ;)
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So the guy that snuck in the back door of the trade is the last one to ship? >:D ;D
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;D
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So, other than Brycey boy. Who is left to ship? Id like to think this is all but wrapped up by now.
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Cody as well Pearly
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Did PatM send his offering out to Carson? I haven't seen him around lately. Cody mentioned shipping his a few weeks back. Not sure that he did either.
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Putting the finishing touches on today.
If Cody shipped a few weeks ago I haven't received it 😱
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Is PatM still around? Wanted to see his trade bow...
Don
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Hmmm,, a new name for the list? ::) ::) :o ;)
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Is PatM still around? Wanted to see his trade bow...
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I was really kidding when I said he couldn't post till he finished his bow. ???
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Is this not a done deal yet ? who is left ??
Pappy
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Bryce is very close and PatM is very close.
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Mines all done, I was a foot short on lace a new roll took forever to get here. But she's all wrapped up and now I gotta somehow find someone to drive me to the post office :laugh:
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Well,,, are we finished?
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Don't know, must be close. Pat has been quiet, so I'm not sure if he shipped or what he is up to. Carson hasn't said so. I believe Bryce has a bow from Cody now. I'm not worried about mine from Brycey boy. It will get here when it does.
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Pat m is online all the time and i can't figure out why he won't tell us whats going on. Before he used to have something to say about everything.....
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He shipped, Cody shipped and Mrs Ott is shipping tomorrow. Bryce is back in the hospital.
That's a wrap! Good swap fella's!
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100% ;D
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Awesome, can't wait to see these last few bows
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Great news I'm hoping all closes up real soon and can't wait to see them
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Excited to see these last few
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Was just brought a very slick Cody Wright bow. Flawless lines, fantastic finish work and an excellent dimpled leather handle.
Thanks a ton code-red I'll take some pro pics when I get home to show it off. The weight is perfect to knock down a blacktail, and also perfect for my compromised spine:D
Thanks again man! I could not be happier.
Chris yours is in the mail:) hope you like it.
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:):):):):) Happy day for you! Cody makes the best of the best, every stinkin' one!
Way to see it through Brycey boy. I'm proud of you muchacho'.
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Hope It gives you years of good service Buddy! Sorry again it took so long. Looking forward to seeing the one you made!
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Very cool, it has been a great swap fellas, thanks for letting me be a part of the fun.
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:):):):):) Happy day for you! Cody makes the best of the best, every stinkin' one!
Way to see it through Brycey boy. I'm proud of you muchacho'.
Agreed! I made yah a bow like one I would make for myself:) also thanks to Weylin for the assistance:)
Hope It gives you years of good service Buddy! Sorry again it took so long. Looking forward to seeing the one you made!
No doubt it will be around for a long time:)
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;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Great job, everybody, proud and privileged to be part of this trade.
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Yes, thanks everyone for getting me off my arse. ;D I enjoyed building the bow I sent Josh and enjoyed seeing all the other bows being built. Congratulations to everyone.
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Yep great trade, glad it all came together. :) Seems everyone is happy. :)
Pappy
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I got my Brycey boy bow tonite! Its a sweet straight up yew bow. 65" ntn and a fuzz over 50 at my draw. Very slender tips and a sweet grip. Ill get some pics when the weather clears up. It needs some sun light to show it off right.
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Can't wait to see it pearls
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I got a very nice bow from PatM. I received it just a couple days before leaving on a backcountry elk hunting trip and now that all the meat is in the freezer, I can get back to the computer. I will take some pictures soon and post them here. It is super powerful, super smooth bow. I have only shot it several rounds of arrows before leaving on the hunt, but it was shooting some extremely flat arrows out to 40-45 yards. Thanks again Pat!
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Finally got some pictures taken. Had some good overcast sky yesterday. I thought the full draw pic was in frame, but oh well.
This bow is very powerful. The tension on the string at brace is incredible. It appears to have taken no set. I am looking forward to putting more arrows through this beast and getting to know it better. From the shooting I have done, it accepts a wide range of stiff spine arrows and shoots a heavy arrow very flat. Very well done Pat. Thank you.
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Beautifully crafted bow Pat, looks like it really smokes an arrow too. Thanks for posting the pics Carson and congrats on getting that fine bow.
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Very nice work pat!those hooks are killer!looks like a performance model for sure!
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Looks nice, tell us about it Pat
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The bow was inspired by the Chet Stevenson bow that Carson posted a few years back. I hadn't seen anyone try to replicate the design yet so I figured it would be a good bow for this trade.
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php?topic=34158.0
There is essentially a build along on this thread although it is not of this version of the bow. The process was the same though.
In a perfect scenario I would have made it just a hair wider and had the outer top limb come around more but a repaired defect( linear split) out there made me a bit gun shy of reducing it any more. The upper limb is longer so the actual working portion is about the same.
I really abused it by leaving it strung for days on end and shooting it many times to see if it would slump in profile and better match the bow I was copying but it wouldn't budge much.
I really enjoyed shooting it. Wish I had taken a few measured flight shots with it using various arrows but maybe Carson can test it out like that and see how it's actually doing.
The physical weight of the bow feels quite light relative to the poundage and materials used, none of which are light . It has 12 separate pieces of wood plus a sinew and rawhide backing as well as wrapping at the junction of the spliced in tips.
There is also a shelf on it which I never do but I noticed Carson likes a small one on most of his bows so I worked it in rather than adding it on. I'd had my fill of gluing on extra bits. ;)
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Awesome bow Pat, no one can doubt that one took some skill and patience.
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Carson, it looks like you are having a pretty good month! I have enjoyed seeing all of the awesome bows on this thread, but this last one is definitely one of my favorites.
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Marc, I know it's been a while but I just have to say... This is the coolest bow I've ever seen! :o
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Wow. Awesome bow PatM.