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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Selfbowman on February 28, 2021, 04:46:26 pm

Title: Jim Hamm has passed on.
Post by: Selfbowman on February 28, 2021, 04:46:26 pm: Jim Hamm passed this morning. He had a heart attack. May he Rest In Peace. Sorry that s all Ive heard.
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Post by: Deerhunter21 on February 28, 2021, 05:36:59 pm: I'm really sorry to hear that. may he rest in peace. ill pray for his family.
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Post by: Bob Barnes on February 28, 2021, 06:01:51 pm: dang... :'(
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Post by: Hamish on February 28, 2021, 06:04:13 pm: Thanks to Jim, for all his great contributions to the Renaissance of wooden bow making. He will be sadly missed, and not forgotten. One of the greats.
Thanks again Jim, RIP.
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Post by: mmattockx on February 28, 2021, 06:18:26 pm: Well that is sad news. RIP, Mr. Hamm.

Mark
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Post by: bentstick54 on February 28, 2021, 06:41:15 pm: RIP Mr Hamm. Prayers sent Jim and family.
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Post by: bradsmith2010 on February 28, 2021, 07:02:43 pm: prayers sent
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Post by: sleek on February 28, 2021, 07:09:49 pm: Prayers of thanks and gratitude for his existence and contributions to what has become a huge part of all our lives, a love for archery.
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Post by: bjrogg on February 28, 2021, 07:57:26 pm: RIP.
God Bless
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Post by: gifford on February 28, 2021, 09:01:51 pm: Rest in Peace Mr. Hamm, g
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Post by: George Tsoukalas on February 28, 2021, 09:40:11 pm: So sorry. May his memory be eternal. George
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Post by: Shortround on February 28, 2021, 09:44:46 pm: Damn. Just built my first bow based off his books. RIP Jim
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Post by: lonbow on March 01, 2021, 03:49:25 am: Thank you, Mr. Hamm for all your groundbreaking input, helping us all to build better bows. This will never be forgotten!

With gratitude,
lonbow
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Post by: Del the cat on March 01, 2021, 05:05:07 am: His legacy will run on...
Del :'(
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Post by: Pappy on March 01, 2021, 08:57:19 am: So sorry to hear that,never meet him but always wanted to. :(
Pappy
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Post by: TimBo on March 01, 2021, 10:04:59 am: Very sorry to hear that. I always really enjoyed his writing style - deeply knowledgeable, but with a great sense of somewhat self deprecating humor.
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Post by: Marc St Louis on March 01, 2021, 10:25:27 am: Sorry to hear that as well
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Post by: RandyN on March 01, 2021, 12:25:18 pm: Sending prayers and condolences to Jim's family and friends.
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Post by: Black Moshannon on March 01, 2021, 01:55:35 pm: I made my first successful bows that actually shot arrows from information learned in his book “Bows and Arrows of the Native Americans”. God rest his soul.
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Post by: PaulN/KS on March 01, 2021, 02:37:19 pm: Sad news, he will be missed... :(
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Post by: PaSteve on March 01, 2021, 06:43:21 pm: RIP Mr. Hamm. Like a lot folks, I got my start from his writings.
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Post by: Hammbone2005 on March 01, 2021, 06:50:06 pm: This is Jim’s youngest son, Reed. I am writing on behalf of the family.
Dad passed Saturday night. He had a heart attack at home with mom and by the time the paramedics arrived, there was really nothing they could do. It was really unexpected as he had been splitting wood with Lee last weekend and had been working on a bow from an Osage tree we had cut here on the place.
I have read all of messages and appreciate everyone sharing how he touched their lives. It really brings comfort for us as we move forward that he touched so many people.
I have read the following phrase lately and it touched me personally: A society grows great when old men plant trees knowing they will never be able to sit in their shade. Dad tried to planted a lot of trees for a lot of people. I know he was a huge influence in my life and will miss him dearly.
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Post by: bassman on March 01, 2021, 07:31:12 pm: Bows, and arrows of the Native Americans is such an informative book that I refer to it all the time. Sorry for your loss. He was one of best of the best at bow building.
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Post by: paulsemp on March 01, 2021, 07:38:09 pm: I bought "bows and arrows of the native Americans" in the early 90s when I was a teenager. I always enjoyed reading Jim's writings thru out the years. Was hoping to meet him one day at a shoot. He was a big influence to me with archery. Sorry for your loss Reed.
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Post by: organic_archer on March 01, 2021, 11:21:55 pm: Gone, but not forgotten. Thank you, Mr. Hamm.
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Post by: Hawkdancer on March 02, 2021, 01:50:35 am: Reed,
I never met your dad, but the entire primitive archery revival was influenced by him! Our condolences to you and the family. Truly a loss for all.
Hawkdancer (Jerry Mc Connell)
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Post by: bradsmith2010 on March 02, 2021, 03:15:44 am: hi Reed thank you for posting,, your dad brought so much joy into my life ,, teaching me bout archery,, he was a huge positive influence in my life, and so admired and respected,,so sorry for your loss,,
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Post by: smoke on March 02, 2021, 09:58:43 am: Sincere condolences to the Hamm Family. He was a major influence in my efforts to make functional bows. He will be in my prayers and I look forward to meeting him in the next life. Best regards, Don
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Post by: JW_Halverson on March 02, 2021, 11:25:38 pm: Fact is, almost all of us are Mr. Hamm's legacy to some degree. Best way we can honor that legacy is for each of us to do as he did...teach others.

I am personally challenging everyone in this community to seek out someone and walk them all the way through to a fully functioning bow and arrows. Take nothing in return, asking them only to pass along what they learn from you. That's as fitting a tribute to the great Jim Hamm as there is!
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Post by: Bob Barnes on March 03, 2021, 12:51:23 am: That sounds like a plan to me. It will be safe to work with others soon and I will definitely help someone make a bow. Great idea. :OK
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Post by: PaulN/KS on March 03, 2021, 04:18:20 pm: Quote from: JW_Halverson on March 02, 2021, 11:25:38 pm
Fact is, almost all of us are Mr. Hamm's legacy to some degree. Best way we can honor that legacy is for each of us to do as he did...teach others.

I am personally challenging everyone in this community to seek out someone and walk them all the way through to a fully functioning bow and arrows. Take nothing in return, asking them only to pass along what they learn from you. That's as fitting a tribute to the great Jim Hamm as there is!

As we have done in the Past so shall we continue to do...
Most of what I know about making bows is thanks to Jim Hamm's books. I wish that I could have thanked him personally.
I always would credit and recommend his books to people that wanted to get started.
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Post by: Hawkdancer on March 04, 2021, 02:34:05 am: JW,
I'll drink to that! Pat it forward and teach a new person everything you know, even if you are a beginner. Pass it on! Raise a a glass to Jim Hamm!
Hawkdancer
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Post by: George Tsoukalas on March 04, 2021, 04:54:52 pm: Reed, your dad was special. When TBB4 came out he sent me an autographed copy even though I ever asked for one.

Rest assured he was much respected and loved.

I pray your family be granted peace and strength.

George