I look at it this way. Big picture- the more people that try traditional archery, the more likely it is that the number of them that end up becoming hooked, (as we all did,) will grow. If that means that they start by buying a "cheap overseas-made" bow, so be it. How they get here, (and ultimately stay with it,) isn't important.

That's a Cat Quiver III. The III 1/2 had the main pack plus a pouch along each side. The materials were different over the years. First ones were a cotton fabric then fleece in various patterns were available in later years.

I'm sure you will eventually find one.

Thanks for the info Phil much appreciated. Now just to find one similar to this

Hello, As a member with one year's tenure and a Fred Bear fan I have got into discussions with locals in my are as the production dates for the Nimrod. I would like to know the production dates and if there were any color variations.
To all,
I know this topic has been discussed in the past, but I am having trouble coming up with answers to my question. I have a new Nimrod which has burgundy straps and sheaths with the body being all-natural brown. Thanks much.

Here's the dates for our shoots for 2026. Hope you can make it. Our Traditional shoot will have novelty shoots as well. Trade blanket on Saturday afternoon. Plenty of primitive camping. Always a good time.

Back to your original question.  Looks to me you could just peel back the existing side plate half way and install a small piece of leather directly behind the arrow rest arm base. Then, press the pad back into place.  If it doesn't stick, use a little contact cement. 

Quote from: Crooked Stic on February 14, 2026, 06:42:56 AMKirk I got one of those years ago that worked really well. Trying to find it local. But good ole Amazon shows up again.
Thanks

I played with calligraphy pens and different types of ink, and all sorts of felt type markers and never could get any consistency. These extra fine paint pens have worked best for me... The only down side is the tips do get clogged from time to time, and cleaning them is a waste of time. That, and they are a bit expensive. i typically use the black and the gold colors most, but silver works well too.  I wish they had an extra/extra fine tip model. some of these pens are just have a bit to thick of lines for writing small.

 I do have some stories, and thankful for them, but had all but forgotten that crash and the effect until your great picture story.
No one I knew could go with me and i went alone to Alaska that first time. Met some great people. Hunted with 2 other single hunters. We made a group...I cut my arm butchering, within a sliver of my artery using a box cutter. Never ever field dressed with one again. I also remember thinking there was a bear behind every bush.

It's amazing what having the right tools and a bit of tinkering can do isn't it? The time spent trying different limb pad angles and using different string lengths while actually measuring the preload with a scale will really open your eyes. you are on the right track now my friend.  

Love this shoot made about 20 years of the time they have it.  Great course, great people.