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Main Boards => Trad History/Collecting => Topic started by: TRAP on October 01, 2009, 10:24:00 PM
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A couple years ago, I looked at my small vintage archery collection and to be quite honest it was a mess. I'm not saying there was anything wrong with the indidvidual components, but there was just a hodgepodge of different manufactures represented and different models from those manufacturers.
I decided to get more focused and work on finding certain models to develop a core collection to build around. I chose Bear Kodiaks from the years 1954 to 1962. This was largely determined by the fact that I had already stumbled across a 62 Kodiak and a 54 Kodiak II. At the time I had a 59 Kodiak Special in a 62" length. Since this was a bow I would likely never part with I decided to add the other lengths of 59 Kodiak Specials as well.
Some of you have played a huge role in helping me reach this milestone. Ken Elsoff willingly departed with a beautiful 61 Kodiak in 55# (can't wait untill that one is 50 years old). Roy Fedewa found a pretty rare 70" 59 Kodiak Special for me. I had a 59 Kodiak already but when Roy offered to deal with me on a maple sight window 59 Kodiak I knew it would be a nice centerpiece to my collection. Man he digs up some great old stuff. Then of course there is the gift from Chuck Dougherty, a very sexy white glass 57 Kodiak. A couple of these old gems would have never been suited for display if it werent for refinnishing advice from Bowdoc, Rich Lopez and the late Al Harford. Others have tipped me off about bows that were listed on the auction site or elsewhere. Thank You guys, this has been fun. And Bjorn, thank you for mentoring me through this entire process.
This forum, and being able to share findings with like minded individuals has helped keep the interest level high since the beginning. I've let some pretty good bows slip through my fingertips along the way in order to stay focused but there will be time for those again. One thing I've learned is to be patient and the one you're looking for will show up.
The last piece of the puzzle is this 59 Kodiak Special in 68"
(http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa277/DUCK_TRAP/001.jpg)
And here's the rest, 1954-1962 Kodiaks 60" 49#-55# and 59 Kodiak Specials
(http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa277/DUCK_TRAP/collection002-1.jpg)
(http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa277/DUCK_TRAP/collection004.jpg)
(http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa277/DUCK_TRAP/collection005.jpg)
What path does my collection take from here??? Who knows?
Trap
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Trap.. Very very nice bows my friend.. lots of great history with the bow you have..
Best guys,
cody
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Great looking collection, Trap. You've got a wall of bows to be proud of there! :notworthy:
Congratulations, I'm more than just a little- " :p green with envy"!
LOL,
>>--Ron--<>
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Trap..fantastic collection of Kodiaks :thumbsup:
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Beautiful rack of bows there!
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Double-D
Nice job on the collection.Funny how it starts out with only one bow and takes off from there.I don't believe any other bow manufacturer in the world besides Bear has gotten so many people from so many different locations and backgrounds into enjoying one common thing.You've done a fantastic job so far.Keep up the good work.
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nice, Trap I am sure youll find a new direction to take the collection.
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Daryl,
That is a nice rack of bows, sounds like the hunt is not over, just a change of prey...let us know when you find a shooter..Roy
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Indeed, a beautiful collection, Trap!
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Trap, Very nice indeed. Just curious: what is the draw weight of the 1954 Kodiak II?
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Very impressive Trap.
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Daryl: That is one outstanding collection my friend
"You have done well grasshopper"
:clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
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NICE LOOKING WALL!!!
Daryl that is a great collection
You have helped a bunch of us to
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Nice Trap, really really nice!
Congrats.
Bernie
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Great display Trap.
You have the true core of Bear's Classic Vintage Bows.
It is always nice to see a well displayed focused collection, especially one that parallels my own interests.
In the future, I'm certain you will add many more fine pieces as your collection expands.
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A gorgeous collection very handsomely displayed. Well Done.
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Absolutely fantastic. A beautiful collection, expertly displayed and graciously shared with all of us. I wish i had the focus to do something like you have done.
Thanks for sharing. Jack
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Congrats Trap and thanks for sharing,like always this forum is so interesting thanks the contribute of fine gentleman like you
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Daryl,
congratulations on finding the last piece of your puzzle. You truly have a magnificent collection. I am truly happy for you. :D
Joe
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Thanks Guys, Glad you also enjoy them.
Trap
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Trap, all I can say is WOW!!
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Wow! You have been busy and focused. Great bows and nice racks too! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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John, the K II is 49#
Trap
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gee's and I thought I'd really acompolished something last week myself by having time to sweep my shop floor.bd