Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Around the Campfire => Topic started by: Trapper Rob on August 04, 2018, 08:44:15 pm
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It's getting that time who's in this year.
It can be gathered stuff like supplies or something you made but nothing bought from the store.
I'll leave it up for a few weeks then I'll draw names.
We'll start shipping Dec. 1st & lets try to be done shipping by Dec. 31st this year.
When you PM me your name & address make sure you leave me know if you want US shipping only.
Make sure you also post your draw length & weight because some people make bows to send.
I know I'm missing some stuff so any questions just ask myself or somebody will answer them.
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Ho! Ho!, Ho! It seems a bit early, but I'm in. Got a couple things in mind!
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Pm sent. Thanks for running this again!
Hawkdancer
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I'm in Rob. I'll PM you my info.
Thanks for heading up this Christmas Trade. :OK 8)
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You know I'm in!!
G-Monee >:D
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I think im in a position to enter this year... im in. If a bow is made, my draw stats are 40-55@26
To whomever draws me, im easy to please, just be certain you enjoy what you make please. Im not worth any hassle.
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Hi there,
This time I will fail! The reason is, that the last two times were very boring. Two years ago my trade item from the US arrived, but the package was very damaged.
Last CT nothing arrived.... I`ve heard that it should have something to do with the new government in the US- not to deliver things to Germany. Seems like a new form of "Cold War", if this should be correct!
Hope your trade items may find the way!
Regards Uwe
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Use,
Maybe you folks across the Pond can organize an EU division of the trade. No point in letting politics put a damper on the season!
Hawkdancer
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Yeah, lets do keep politics off of PA. :-X
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Sure, thats what I`d written somewhere in the forum`s behaviour rules and I agree completely with this! Politics is something what I hate most!
I only expressed what somebody told me a few weeks ago, if true or not.
Depending on the mentioned reasons in my former post, I would have liked to have a buddy in Europe, wrote it into my "in"- post, if I remember it correct, but It seemed nobody from the continent was in.
Regards Uwe
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Sure, thats what I`d written somewhere in the forum`s behaviour rules and I agree completely with this! Politics is something what I hate most!
I only expressed what somebody told me a few weeks ago, if true or not.
Depending on the mentioned reasons in my former post, I would have liked to have a buddy in Europe, wrote it into my "in"- post, if I remember it correct, but It seemed nobody from the continent was in.
Regards Uwe
Give it a little time. The thread is still young.
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I am in. I always have a good time with the Christmas trade. I like just about anything--either raw materials so I can make something, or something that someone else put time and care into.
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count me in.
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We've got 7 so far last year we had 24.
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We've got 7 so far last year we had 24.
How long are you going to leave this up?
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I'm in! I love the Christmas trade. Always fun. I will enjoy anything you make, or raw materials that I can't get easily around here. I will probably put together a raw materials package as I have the last couple of years. Cheers- Brendan
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Sleek I thought about till Sept. 1st.
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Sleek I thought about till Sept. 1st.
Good idea, gives folks a chance to get into the spirit.
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Count me in! I'll try not to procrastinate so much this year and get my gift out before Christmas :)
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Ok due to Pat's recommendation.... I'm in :OK
Draw weight: 45 to 55lbs
Draw length: 22" half draw or 28" full draw
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seeing as how a lot of folks that have thrown their hat in are quite accomplished at making bows, is there a minimum skill level required here? Is it just for bows or can we also make other stuff, like quivers, haversacks, whatnot? I'd like to be in, and make a bow, but my skill is at the 'I'm still learning and breaking a lot' phase.
Oh - forgot, when you say "not something bought from the store" - if I make a haversack I bought the canvas to make it, but I will sew it. Does that count?
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seeing as how a lot of folks that have thrown their hat in are quite accomplished at making bows, is there a minimum skill level required here? Is it just for bows or can we also make other stuff, like quivers, haversacks, whatnot? I'd like to be in, and make a bow, but my skill is at the 'I'm still learning and breaking a lot' phase.
Oh - forgot, when you say "not something bought from the store" - if I make a haversack I bought the canvas to make it, but I will sew it. Does that count?
It aint just bows, it doesnt even have to be archery related. I make bbq sauce, i seen a guy who raises bees ship honey, literally anything is ok. And your habersack would be fine and greatly appreciated by anybody im sure. Make whatever you are comfortable with.
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People usually post some pics of what they've received, so you might want to check out some of the previous years to get an idea of the things people send out. But like Sleek said, it's pretty open. Just have fun with it :)
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I'm in. I always enjoy pawning some of my junk off on someone else
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I'm in. I always enjoy pawning some of my junk off on someone else
I know your not joking Paul. He just texted me a picture of his shop about a week ago. He can finally see his floor. I'm pretty sure he's got some good junk to pawn though. I'm still on the fence here. Got a lot going on right now. Merry Christmas everyone
Bjrogg
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BJ I sure hope you join in.
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He will, I'll make him.....
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I guess id better join in too. I debated a bit, but why not. I draw about 26.5” and like 60+# and can handle up to 80 at that length. But any weight is good with me. I also love food and am not picky at all.
Kyle
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He will, I'll make him.....
Oh man I really got a lot going on but I suppose your right Paul. I guess I could always clean shop to. Lord knows it needs it. I'm in.
RH 25" draw any weight but prefer over 45
Merry Christmas
Bjrogg
PS it's not to hard to figure out what I like. I like pretty much everything.
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Next weekend I'll draw names
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More info - I shoot left handed, draw length 26 1/2, 45-50#. Food is good, would love some morel mushrooms! -C- or an anvil (f) (lol)! Got to hit the flea markets again!
Hawkdancer
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I am in if it isn't too late. I will pm my information.
RH, 26-28 inch draw and 40-70 pounds.
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We're up to 14 people so far.
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Come on guys! Anybody else in? Cheers- Brendan
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Maybe extend the entry deadline a week or so? Folks are still thinking about fall hunts, Labor Day weekend, and Halloween! Either that or they got scrooged!
Hawkdancer
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If we're not chopping corn tomorrow I'll draw names then.
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It'll be the weekend till I get to draw names been chopping corn & making hay if all goes well we'll finish up Fri.
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Is there still time to join? If so I’ll jump in.
Tattoo Dave
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Got you Dave I'm drawing names tonight & sending out names & addresses tomorrow.
If anybody didn't send me there address send me a PM.
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I just got my name. Time to get serious. . .
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I sent out names & addresses if I missed anybody leave me know.
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I got my name Rob.
Bjrogg
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I am wondering if people could post their draw length and weight, plus any things they may enjoy in this trade. I feel most competent making a matched set of arrows for people, but I have to have an idea of what they would be shot out of to do it well. If you would prefer something else, that is great too.
Here is my info
50-55# @ 29" (right handed)
-I love raw materials, as I don't have many of my own
-I am learning how to knapp, but I am not good yet. I have only ever worked obsidian, so a couple small pieces of chert or something would be cool
-anything hand-made craft is wonderful--it is like getting a piece of someone else's soul (does that sound creepy?)--hand made stuff is always beautiful.
In reality I just get happy when a box shows up in the mail. . . :D
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45# to 55# @26"
I'm OK with anything
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45 ish at 26 ish. I'm okay with anything but another child. 2 is enough for me
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40-75 # at 26-30. I live to Knapp and make bows and arrows. Any raw materials,(especially ones I can't get here), or anything you make. I am happy receiving anything. Cheers- Brendan
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Did I miss the trade again? If so, Let me know if something happens and someone needs to drop out. dpg
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I'm 45-55# @29"
I'm pretty much good with anything, but if you're looking for ideas; I've been wanting to try some Forge/knife work so tools/supplies for that would be great. Anything hand made would be totally awesome too.
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I got my Christmas Trade gift done. :OK Should I post pics already?
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Pat post some pics can't wait to see it.
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OK, here goes. I got this possible bag and another similar bag done this weekend waiting out Hurricane Florence. It's made from leather I got at the Tenn Classic last spring. The bag is hand(saddle) stitched and I use a natural edge of the hide for the front flap and the flat front pocket. It also has a pocket inside. The knife is one that Dylan made for me just recently and I added the handle scales, deer antler as is the closure on the front flap. The shoulder strap is adjustable.
The pic of the inside is the other bag but they are both made the same.
(https://i.imgur.com/RVLeS81.jpg)
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Dang Pat that's going to make somebody happy. I might have to send you some leather.
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;D
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Wow,that is some real nice leather work Pat. Someone is going to have a great Christmas!
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Another outstanding bag Pat. Would sure like to learn how to make them myself.
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That should put a smile on some lucky face.
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Well, lets see some other Christmas Trade items.
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What's everybody working on?
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Harvesting Black Beans, planting wheat and finishing up spraying. Really like to be getting ready for opening day, but so far no time for that either.
Bjrogg
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Trying to get. Time to hunt turkeys, finish the hickory bow, make some shoot arrows, get ready for 2nd rifle deer season, rehab my hip, and brainstorm the Christmas trade. I'm thinking maybe a fancy arrow kit box and adding some stuff to make it interesting(ok, maybe not so fancy), just 4 sides, top and bottom! >:D
Hawkdancer
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Nothing yet but with the cooler weather coming in I'll be out in the shop more.
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This might be a raw materials year for me. Got some bamboo for backing cut and drying in the yard. Also thinking about some strips of cedar for a belly... just had some fall from the hurricane. I got 5 trees total, maybe getting a 6th.
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Sleek, boo is a grass and will quickly deteriorate if left in the yard. It should be stored in the dry so fungi doesn't attack it.
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Well, I'm done with the knife swap, and waiting on the go ahead to ship my bow for the bow trade. I should be in the shop in the next couple weeks working on christmas trade stuff. Not sure what I'm making just yet, but I'll keep you all posted.
That's a great looking bag Pat!
Anybody else working on christmas stuff yet?
Tattoo Dave.
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I didnt think to post a pic but mine is in the box addressed and ready to go.
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Still brainstorming, gathering, and procrastinating! Hope to have it all together 1st week of November., may be mostly materials, though! Deer season will get in the way this week and next.
Hawkdancer
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I’m doing the same. I’m getting caught up on projects and ready to start putting something together. Just not quite sure what yet. I’m debating on a fully finished bow, a tillered but unfinished bow, a stave or two, making a something, or a bunch of materials. There’s still a little time, but not a lot.
Kyle
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Im just checking in. Looks like its gonna be bamboo backing strips and cedar strips for a composit. The only problem is the cedar strips wont be cured. Is that gonna be a big issue for folks?
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stuff dries quick out here--especially low humidity in the winter. . .
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Good to know. So, im gonna get these trees milled into slats soon. Whats the best thickness of cedar to consider for a belly lam with a boo back? 1/4 inch?
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What's everybody been working on?
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Yeah, lets see some projects.
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Trying to get our blankety-blank rifles zeroed in. Still trying to hunt deer through tomorrow. At least we saw some, Jacie missed. Did get some ideas in an art gallery for some neat rustic coasters and Jacie gave me an idea for a paper towel rack, suitable a workshop or man cave. Since I have a supply of erotic(er, exotic) wood on hand, I think I will give them a try?
Hawkdancer
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That sounds like it should work out well hawkdancer. I’ve gathered up a few things with some more to go, It’s just what. I’m sitting at a cattail leaf quiver, a bundle of yucca fibers, and a handful of multiflora rose for shafts. I’m gonna work on gathering up some more before time hits.
Kyle
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Who all sits around a camp fire & cooks hotdogs & marshmallows family & friends? Thinking about making some stuff in the forge again.
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Who all sits around a camp fire & cooks hotdogs & marshmallows family & friends? Thinking about making some stuff in the forge again.
I do with my wife and son. We are making a fire pit soon for this exact purpose.
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The wife and i are in our seventies and we roast hot dogs and marsh mellows on the fire quite often.still good food and still fun.
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One of our favorite things to do is sit around a fire. We often cook over a fire and also roast plenty of marshmallows.
I am still trying to figure out what to work on. I started working on a basket quiver but I am not happy with it. I have a hickory bow i may keep working on and see how that works out. The problem is I don't know the specs of my victim. Maybe people could post their specs?
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55 pounds or less 26 inch draw, right handed. And if anyone is struggling or worried about what they are making for me, relax, there are days when id kill for some toilet paper. Im easy to please
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there have been several requests for specs, but not everyone has replied. It would be helpful if everyone did. . .
I am still trying to figure out what would be best for my victim. I could use more info.
me again, right hand, 29"draw, 55# is my favorite weight.
having said that, I am happy with whatever someone wants to gift.
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I think I'm going to fire up the forge this weekend.
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If you got extra trade points, we might make a side deal! I think I will be putting some of the box stuff in the box tomorrow, but got to do a bit if crafting, as well! Also putting the finishing touches on the first bow!
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It's only 6 more weeks before we can send off our gifts. Don't wait til the last minute, guys. That usually never works out well. >:(
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I’m game with anything that comes my way, even more so if it’s a handmade tool or thing. I’ll also be very happy with raw materials too. Though I’ve found that with gifted materials I use them far more sparingly and on more special projects. For bow wise or arrows, I drae 26.5” on average and like to shoot 60-70#. Though enjoy playing with lighter draws and can handle more.
I still want to gather more materials to send, but at the moment I’ll be sending some nicely snaky multiflora rose shafts (very tempted to keep them for using at group shoots, but will send them), buckbrush shafts and a few other things. I may send a raw but dried pelt along too. And who knows what else.
Kyle
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I made a few things for around the campfire.
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I'm starting to get to where pretty soon I might be able to think about Christmas Trade. I guess I never gave my specks. I like lots of stuff. I'm not hard to please. If you are making a bow. I'm short guy. Draw about 24 1/2" like anything from 50 to 62 lbs. I do like to get in the giving mood at Christmas with hand made presents. Merry Christmas Everyone.
Bjrogg
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I'm going to build a set of dogwood arrows for my secret victim, the shafts are pretty straight and just about dry. I still need to make up fletchings and decide if I'm going to do target points or trade points.
Also planning to put together materials, probably a rocky mountain juniper stave, a bundle of dogwood shafts to build more arrows with, a mule deer antler.... See what else I have an abundance of :OK
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I am working on a hickory self bow. I got it tillered out to 22 inches and have a heat treatment finished. The profile is looking pretty good right now. I am going to start final tillerring this weekend. Hopefully this bow will work out. I do have a backup plan but hopefully I won't need that.
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Anybody ready to ship comes Dec 1st besides Pat?
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I'd like to see more progress before the last minute. Come on guys, lets see what you are working on.
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Got started on the box stuff! Digging in a rock pile is hard work, and the darn bucket of rocks was heavy, genuine Native American rock pile, so I am told! The woodworking should be neat when it is sanded and finished. The other stuff may be beauty in the eyes of the beholder, or what the heck is that!? Btw, my host's hired hand carried the bucket out to to the truck for me!
Hawkdancer
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I've been a little MIA on here but been working along on my gift. Finishing up a leather quiver. I'll be ready to ship by the 1st
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Been busy this weekend, need to work on making fletchings next.
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Why are the tips knocked off at an angle?
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Why are the tips knocked off at an angle?
To many beers lol ;D
JK, they are a tonto point. I'm not sure why exactly they do it that way, but I like the look and they are supposed to work good.
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Should be a lot of happy people this year.
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Got mine finished up and ready to ship. Made a side quiver and lined the top with some kangaroo hide to knock down noise. refresh my memory when are we allowed to ship guys?
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Paul, first ship date December 1., last ship date December 31.
With the Holiday season starting today things are going to go fast so if folks haven't started yet it's gonna be close getting finished and shipped on time.
Has everyone at least started their Christmas Trade gifts yet?
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Got one pair of items almost finished and the second ready to start. Natural stuff just needs to be assembled and packed. Should be ready to ship in time. Btw, I read there is a labor dispute within the Canadian Postal Service that could delay delivery. The source recommended using commercial carriers as an alternative if your victim lives northwards!
Hawkdancer
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Paul that's a nice looking quiver.
Mines finished just got to get it packaged up.
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That is a very nice quiver, Paul. I especially like the all natural aspects. :OK 8)
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Well, as luck would have it, i got laid off and picked up another contract in Tulsa. So im on the road. My victim will be getting a few jars of my homemade BBQ sauce, i hope he likes bbq!
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Nice quiver Paul. I saw a couple you made at Elm Hall. I'm sure whoever gets that one is going to be very happy with it. We're done with harvesting but still working some long days and nights. Cleaning up extremely muddy equipment when it thawing and tillage when it's freezing. Santa's workshop should be starting up soon though.
Bjrogg
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Paul,
Real nice! Looks ambidextrous (lol) :OK! That is a cool gift!
BJ,
Maybe your own drive through "high pressure equipment washer" would help - unless, of course there doesn't happen to be a cab on that particular piece (lol) (lol) (R >:D! That would be worse than going through a car wash with the windows down!
Hawkdancer
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Sleek,
Wouldn't mind having the recipe. I'm working on a sugar free recipe since Jacie is on the Keto/paleo diet. Very low carbs and sugars especially! I get a lot of grill time!
Hawkdancer
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Jerry you don't know the amount of times I wished for a drive thru washer for all our equipment.lol
It's probably the job I least look forward to doing, but most look forward to seeing done. We're getting closer.
Bjrogg
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I only have a little bit of farm experience, but I know what you mean! Even part time we put in a hellacious amount of hours in Special Forces! I think they invented a 36 hour day for us and farmers! (lol)
Hawkdancer
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Got a little more time to work on fletching the arrows tonight. :OK
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Paul, that is an awesome looking quiver! 8)
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Sleek,
Wouldn't mind having the recipe. I'm working on a sugar free recipe since Jacie is on the Keto/paleo diet. Very low carbs and sugars especially! I get a lot of grill time!
Hawkdancer
This recioe is going to ne marketed so, kinda a secret, but a keto sauce sounds interearing. Im gonna see if I can figure that ine out now. My wife is doing the paleo thing as well...
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I'm about to make a new batch, modifying a base recipe I found online. Add what I Like and leave out what I don't like to come up with the right "style" and taste, then see if it holds up to larger batches. Test runs are very Small, the Keto/paleo sweeteners are rather expensive! Have to see if I can get some through the commissary.
Hawkdancer
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burtonridr those are some good looking arrows.
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Burtonrider,
+2 on the arrows! Nice!
Hawkdancer
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Thanks guys, I need to finish them up and get them sent out. (S)
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I got all boxed up and ready to ship without thinking to post pics maybe my recipient will show some pics.
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Hey, i may not be too far from my victim around Christmas. Soooo a very odd question, but here it is.
Would a hand delivery be ok? And... what if, just maybe, the gift was a puppy? My sweet girl had a litter, and i will have 4 to give away shortly after christmas. They are blue healer and australian mix. I have both the mom and dad, and the grandma and grampa dogs. They are a good breed.
Anyways, if you would be ok with the idea let me know, so i can plan for it, and i would also have to let my recipient know its him so he can plan.
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I think it would be up to the recipient.
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I would absolutely NOT want a puppy under any circumstances. I mean no offense, but a dog would not fit in my family. Thanks for asking, though-it would not be the kind of surprise I would appreciate. :(
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please do not show up to my house with a puppy.
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Well, just an idea... not a must. Its not what I actually am making, im doing bbq sauce. Just thought maybe someone here would like one on Christmas :D
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We can start shipping tomorrow.
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Shipping tomorrow! I'm still trying to finish the stuffing stuff >:D!
Sleek, if I had a ranch or farm, a heeler/Aussie might be neat! It would have fun at barn hunts, I bet! A miniature wire hair dachshund would be even neater! It would keep my dingbat border collie and the water spaniel in line! Some kid would love one, though!
Hawkdancer
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Sleek I'm afraid my wife would probably return it. I have been surprised though. She I and both really took a liking to our daughters little dog. A visit would be nice though.
Bjrogg
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Sleek, personally I would like a puppy but my wife and son would not be happy. I think my wife would make me not accept. We lost our dog last summer due to old age and they are not ready to get another yet. I am ready but we all need to be ready to get a dog. Good luck with the pups.
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My Christmas Trade package will be going out early this coming week heading north and west of here. :OK
The countdown is on!
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My gift is pretty much ready, just needs a little more finish work. I’ll let my victim post pics. ;)
Tattoo Dave
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Package sent this morning.
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Should get mine out this saturday :OK
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PO was closed yesterday and I didn't make it in time today. Maybe tomorrow. We'll see. Starting Saturday we may have record snow here. They are talking 12" to 20" in those three days. That's more than we normally get in a season. So if I don't make it tomorrow it will be mid week. I've been looking at this box for a while and I'm ready to ship it off. ;)
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I should be able to get mine in the mail next week if all goes as planned. I am working on plan C right now and it is looking good. Plan a was a basket quiver that just didn't look good. Plan b was a bow. After I figured out my guys stats (by a lot of stalking) I abandoned that project as what I was working on wouldn't work. I am now working on a side quiver made from tanned whitetail leather. I also have some other items sitting in my bench ready to go.
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Package sent this morning.
package delivered .
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I got a text from my mom yesterday saying I had a package. So when I got off work I detoured off that way and found a box with an awesome quiver and knife inside. I’m definitely gonna put it to good use and use it until it wears out. It’ll probably take the place of the old coon hide I’ve been packing the last few years.
Thanks a bunch Steve,
Now to get my stuff packed up this weekend to ship out.
Kyle
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Neat stuff, Kyle! I Should be able to ship today, got the box packed, sealed and label, just have to get it to the shipping point, after I get Jacie's car started so she can get a new battery. My victim gets to post the pictures of the stuff!
Hawkdancer
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My package got shipped this morning and is expected at it's new home north and west of here on Tuesday.
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the knife was made by Dylan Holderman from an old file, I added the handle scales.
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Your very welcome mo,coon catcher. Merry christmas to you.
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I finished up a quiver today. Hopefully I will get everything else packaged up this weekend and ship next week. This quiver is made from a whitetail i shot a few years ago but I didn't tan it myself. I had a local tannery do it. I haven't learned that skill yet.
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Very nice presents everyone. I was almost done with my knife blade when I snapped it in two. Starting again. I didn't like that one anyway. probably why it snapped.
Bjrogg
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Well, didnt get the arrows shipped out last weekend as planned.... But I finally finished them tonight, should get them shipped out by this saturday.
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Burtonrider,
Nice arrows! Most of my "stuff" is raw materials, except for some hand made items, some things old, some things new, some things natural, some wrapped with blue! My victim gets to post the pictures, I forgot to take any! I ship tomorrow! Nollag Shona, everyone, Agus, Athblain faoise mhaise duit! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Hawkdancer
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Thanks Hawkdancer, hopefully my secret victim will get lots of use out of them :OK
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A lot of nice stuff going out.
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Starting to look more like Christmas. I put up the tree. Got my present almost done. I'm hoping my victim likes it. Broke the first one. I like this one better anyway. It's still going to take me a couple days till I can ship but Santa should get it in sleigh on time.
Merry Christmas everyone.
Bjrogg
PS maybe a picture of my White Cedar brush Christmas Tree from the old railroad bed will get that Christmas spirit flowing
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Ho! Ho! Ho! Bah! More darned turkey?! I was going to throw in a Humbug, but they don't taste good >:D (lol) -C-! May get some lights up, but then I'd worry about getting them down, and I stay off ladders lately! Any way, I shipped today by slow snail, eta is 6 - 10 days out, so hopefully 21-22 Dec!
My victim gets to post pics! Mostly raw materials, and a couple of hand mad items.
Hawkdancer
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Got everything boxed up today and will be heading to the post office tomorrow.
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My package is in the hands of the USPS and heading east.
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Well Santa's helpers finished up the PA Christmas trade present for my recipient. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it when the helper started it, but as it progressed along it started to grow on me. The Black Walnut they salvaged from a old pallet along with the small white tail Antler really worked nicely for a stand. The helpers markings (I think I've seen them somewhere before) really made it pop. I hope my recipient likes it to, or at least it grows on him.
Merry Christmas
Bjrogg
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Very nice work, BJ. I'm sure your recipient will love it. :OK
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Yep, I am quite sure anyone would love to get that in the mail BJ. Very nice work.
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That's very nice BJ.
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That is a real nice piece! What flavor rock is let? I like the repurposed walnut, too! I made myself a pistol stand out of roadkill oak dunnage years ago, only one metal screw holding the gate on, the rest is pinned with dowel rods and glue. Still have some of the original boards to work. That knife will. Look good in/on anyone's display case!
Hawkdancer
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Sweet :OK ! Bob
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Thanks everyone, the blade I knapped from something I got from Frank at Marshall. I'm not sure what it is. Maybe fiber optic glass? He said it was from Russia if I remember correctly. I made the mistake of bringing it home and showing my wife. She really likes it. Thinks it the nicest I've ever made and doesn't want me to give it away. Oh well you know what they say. You should always give something you'd like to get. I should be able to get it shipped out next week.
Bjrogg
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I have shipped. The package should reach my victim by Tuesday. After it arrives, I will post some pics
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I shipped last friday, should get there today or tomorrow :OK
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Came home to a package from Eric AK Burton Rider. Set me some pretty cool shoot shaft arrows made from dogwood. I have a couple long weekend's coming up and plan on shooting around. thank you Eric did a real nice job on them!
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You bet! Hope they hold up some abuse, the dogwood is growing on me... Seems to hold up a lot better than some of my other shafts.
Glad to like them. (AT)
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On Santa's sleigh. Hope it doesn't get damaged going down the chimney.
Bjrogg
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About half the people shipped so far.
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:OK
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got the hard part done. few finishing items. Got a package yesterday when I got back to work. Thanks Jeff. The arrahs are quite nice. thanks for the deer parts too!
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I've just got a bit of finishing off to do so I should be shipping tomorrow or Saturday with any luck. My victim's going to need his thinking cap for my gift, so I hope he's up to the challenge. I've taken a few pic's that i'll post after he's had a chance to open it fully.... >:D
Also I'm going away next week so if I'm your victim and you haven't already shipped you might want to hold off a bit.
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glad they made it Ben. Hope they shoot straight.
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Thought while I was posting pictures, I would show what I sent to Yosemite Ben--now that he has it. Dogwood shafts, matched to spine and weight. spliced fletches. 6 arrows for shooting, one for show or shooting.
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Wow - those are Purty (A) :OK ! Bob
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Those are really nice Jeff. I can see the time and love you put into those, even from my small screen on my phone.
Bjrogg
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Very nice dogwood arrows, Jeff. I'm sure Ben will love them.
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Just dropped mine off at the mail man. should be to its home by mid/ late next week. sorry I meant to get it to its owner before Christmas.
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I have been tracking the box i sent and it was supposed to be delivered this past Tuesday. It appears the USPS has sent my package on a detour to the wrong post office. The latest update is that the package will be delivered later than expected but it is still on it's way. I sure hope it makes it!
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Looks like another great swap this year boys. Ill be back in it next season.
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Great to hear, Pearlie. :OK
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I just got mine dropped off at the post office yesterday. Sorry about the delay. Took a bit to figure out what I could fit in the box without getting rid of the main bulk items.
Kyle
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Looks like another great swap this year boys. Ill be back in it next season.
Merry Christmas Pearl.
Bjrogg
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Jeff those arrows are very nice.
Chris looking forward to you getting back in next year.
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Shipping deadline is Mon Dec 31st if anybody's not going to make the ship date send me a PM so I know whats going on.
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Im finishing up. Just working on a few things to add to the package
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My gift is in the box, and on the passenger seat of the truck. I just gotta get to the post office. At the latest it’ll go out on Saturday.
Tattoo Dave
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The tracking on my gift says it was delivered today.
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Got a package last week while out of town, contents included bow billets, unfinished seasoned shoot shafts, and natural string material/fibers.
Thank you whoever sent the gift!! I look forward to making use of them on a project, gonna have to dream up a new bow build ;D
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Thanks for the pic post Jeff. Simce the guvmnt shut down again I have been home and not on site as musch. Hope you all are well
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Mailed mine last week and I just check tracking and it said it was delivered on the 24th. haven't heard anything hope it made it there okay
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Would everyone please acknowledge that they have received their gifts when they receive it. It's not fair to the senders who made sure you get your gift(s) to just let it slide. It only takes a minute to do so. >:(
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According to my list there's 5 people to ship & 8 people to receive. Tomorrow's the deadline to ship if your going to ship late send me a PM.
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Burtonridr,
that’s from me. Those hickory billets have been in a barn loft for about 3 years so should be good to go. I grabbed the more interesting pair I had up there that would make a good bow. The shoot shafts are multi flora rose that have been drying about 3 months. The fibers are yucca. There should be a ribbon of white silk in there about two arm spans long. Enough for 2-3 bows depending on length. I hope they are items you can make use of.
Kyle
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I just shipped mine out a few minutes ago. I know I was getting down to the wire. Been so busy with holiday orders that I just packed a box with supplies. I can't even remember what I packed so I hope they like everything.
G-Monee >:D
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Nothing here yet
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Here's some of the pics of the internals of puzzle box I made for Dave. It was a lot of fun to make.
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Some how I only got 1 on the last post...
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Haven't heard anything from my victim, but there are some government screw ups here and there that may be affecting delivery!
Hawkdancer
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We got one more to ship & 3 to receive.
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I am the guy who is late to ship. I just made a road trip from Nc to Ok, this is my first week back. I should be able to ship Friday, honestly, because Im broke. Somewhere on the trip I dopped money out my pocket or something. My gift is complete and ready to ship however. I figured id just go ahead and call myself out in the interest of honesty, sorry for being a trouble.
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Got a box of goodies from WArpath just now and it was cramed full of everything .
cedar shafts ,feathers,beaver tails,sinew,2 beaver teeth,stone points and some antler pieces .
i say thank you for everything Warpath as you went above and beyond.
i will post some pics of future projects from your jenorosity.and thanks again.
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ohma2- I'm glad you like everything. I was worried that I wouldn't get it out in time due to my workload. Hope you're able to put it all to good use! :OK
G-Monee >:D
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I just shipped my package. There is always one, and this year, im that guy.
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You're not the only one sleek. >:(
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Hopefully anyone that hasn't shipped yet has at least let Rob know.
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You're not the only one sleek. >:(
Damn. I thought I was bringing up the rear. I let my guy know i was late. I had it pretty much done quick, but work and a holiday travel really hurt my ability to complete and then ship. When you work 10 to 13 hour days, 7 days a week, the post office is hard to get to.
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Communication makes the difference. Everyone understands life getting in the way. After all, that is the most important thing.
Non-communication is the culprit. ;)
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I'm still waiting to hear from the last person.
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Trapper,
Pm sent
Hawkdancer