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Title: 1955 kodiak special
Post by: yetihunter on May 25, 2009, 04:56:00 PM
how are these bows? i got one comeing thats in real good shape ,was wondering if anyone has one and how do they shoot? its 57#@28 64"
Title: Re: 1955 kodiak special
Post by: TRAP on May 25, 2009, 05:07:00 PM
The seller is a regular here.  Ask MigraBill, I'm sure he's shot it.  It looked like a pretty clean package.

Trap
Title: Re: 1955 kodiak special
Post by: Migra Bill on May 25, 2009, 05:13:00 PM
Yes Yeti - that is my bow you have one. AT 57 pounds it is a screamer. As you said the bow is in super good shape. You will not be dissapointed. I have shot it sveral times over the past year and a half and have never had a problem. I sold it for 1 reason-

At the BBTC last weekend I bought a '59 Kodiak Special from Tom Phillips. I really like the looks of the '59 K Special and I want to give it to Rich (Droptine) to see what magic he can work on it.
I decided to sell the '55 in hopes of defraying the cost of the '59.

I already have the bow boxed up and I am just awaiting payment.
Title: Re: 1955 kodiak special
Post by: jcar315 on May 25, 2009, 05:34:00 PM
I have one at 45# and mine shoots great. I can only imagine how yours will shoot. Migra Bill is a super guy and I am certain you will love the bow.
Title: Re: 1955 kodiak special
Post by: Brent Hill on May 27, 2009, 11:13:00 AM
I just started shooting my 64 inch 55 with a 60 inch endless loop string and was pleasantly suprised how well a 50+ year old bow will shot.  You will enjoy it.  Bhill
Title: Re: 1955 kodiak special
Post by: Ssamac on June 02, 2009, 01:18:00 PM
I have a 56 Kodiak with the double shelf. Shoots great. I can't get used to that shelf, however, do the Kodaik Special should be better for you.
The 56 Kodiak is like a longbow but different. Very unique shooting experience.
Mine is 64" and 54#. A real tack driver but I'm very erratic with it. I guess time and practice will change things. Maybe it's just a wall hanger. Does have a lot of history to it.
Enjoy your bow

sam
Title: Re: 1955 kodiak special
Post by: jcar315 on June 02, 2009, 04:13:00 PM
My KS shoots great! I also have a number of double shelf bows. If you 56 Kodiak is looking for a new home let me know.....