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Title: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: Chuck_Delsandro on August 23, 2009, 08:10:00 AM

I've never shot a K-mag but wanted to try one for this hunting season. So I recently purchased a 1966 model. I can't help but think the 52" length would have some advantages in a treestand or groundblind.

I was wondering how they compare in performance to a 60" Bear bow. Also from a collectors aspect which years are more sought after, and why?

Thanks in advance for any input!

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: Tom I. on August 23, 2009, 10:35:00 AM

My first bow was  a brand new '64 K mag that I bought while working in a gun/archery shop. It was a 43 lb'er and shot pretty good if I did my part. I did notice finger pinch and it got to the point where it really bothered me.  It was a real handy length, though.  Can't tell you about it's collector value or it's desirability....but there always seems to be a bunch of'em for sale on 8bay....
Tom I.

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: Chuck_Delsandro on August 23, 2009, 10:46:00 AM

Yeah Tom I have noticed that they are popular on the bay! I am concerned about the finger pinch. All the bows I currently shoot are 60". I draw 27.5 inches and wonder if that is to long a draw for a short bow! Guess I'll find out:)

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: kurtbel5 on August 23, 2009, 11:26:00 AM

I draw 1" longer and did not think it pinched to bad.
Good luck

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: Don Stokes on August 23, 2009, 11:51:00 AM

Chuck, those short bows are very tricky. I've never been able to shoot one well with a 28" draw.

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: Chuck_Delsandro on August 23, 2009, 12:16:00 PM

Once I receive this bow I will keep you guys posted. I've never shot one so I am a K-Mag virgin. I will never know if I'm suited for this type of bow unless I try one, but Dang they're cool to look at though!

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: TRAP on August 23, 2009, 12:42:00 PM

61, and 62 are probably the most collectible.  

But then of course there is the Type I and Type II from 63.

And the curved riser inlay on the 64 and 65.

The 70 commands good prices usually.  

Hmmmm...I guess they are all collectible.  LOL

I found them to be very smooth drawing for a short bow.  Never hunted with one but they are very neat bows.  

Trap

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: cacciatore on August 23, 2009, 01:25:00 PM

I am collecting them and I am looking for 62 and 65.The one I am corrently using is a 72 53# and is extremly accurate quiet and does,nt stuck at my 29"

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: Earl E. Nov...mber on August 23, 2009, 02:35:00 PM

I started with a Type 3 63, back in 66. Still have it. To offset finger pinch at my 29 1/2" draw,I would draw with 3 and hold with the two lower fingers.. Probably not the best thing to do as far as form goes, but it did solve the problem and I shot it well.

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: Chuck_Delsandro on August 24, 2009, 07:04:00 AM

It seems that finger pinch is common problem. Hopefully it won't be a problem with my 27.5in draw.

Thanks for your input guys.

Title: Re: Fill me in on K-Mags
Post by: rp65 on August 24, 2009, 10:28:00 PM

Try to shoot three fingers under, thats what I did with mine and it helped.