I found a older Black Widow bow today. It is a 60" one piece Made by Wilson Bros. It is # 20272 and I think model 4-101.
Does anyone know any info on this bow ? Year made ? Possible value ? The bow is in very good condition.
Thanks
Contact Black Widow they probably have records of most bows produced.
Post on the Collectable forum, there may be someone that can help. :clapper:
yup, plenty of widow collectors on the other forum. is it a hunting weight? love to see a picture, I'm a huge fan of the Wilson Brothers hunting bows.....old Widows in good shape average 200-400.
The bow is most likely a model H-101.The "H" sometimes looks like a "4".Great bow.
PICTURES!!! Please!
Thanks I don't have a picture. I found this bow in a while doing a mortgage inspection . But the guy would not sell me the bow. I may make him a larger offer. It is 51# at 28".
Baswa
The 4 is indeed an H-101 and the serial number 20272 comes back to a 1967.The catalog says:
Walnut or Maple handle trimmed with contrasting hardwood,dark brown glass,front and back.$89.50
All Rosewood handle section $110
We believe this is the finest hunting bow ever made.Designed as a companion bow to the target model 101.It has the speed of a flight bow,and the smoothness and stability found in the finest target model.If you are a man who demands the very best in his hunting equipment,this is the bow for you.
Recommended string height measured from the string to the deepest part of the handle
7 1/4"- 8"
Value? These old bows are only worth what somebody is willing to pay for them.The condition is one big factor you must consider.
Hope this helps.
Regards,Ray
Ray : Thanks for the info. The bow looked in good condition. It was unstrung. Its the first Wilson Bro. Black Widow I have had my hands on. I shoot a wido but a modern widow. I offered the guy $ 200 but he would not take it. It is the only recurve he has and he gave $ 25 for it. It does have some scratches on the upper limb but it looked straight. I think I will up my offer and see what happens. Thanks again for the dtailed info.
Neal
I just reacquired one of my old H-101s. Glad to have it back. I like 'em!
Right on rabob...have an "H" handle 101 in rosewood...60" in 45#......chocolate brown limbs. THEY ARE AWESOME SHOOTERS...and very much a custom bow of the 1960's. Mine is also a 1967 model bought from the reigning Pennsylvania state champion who was also a Wilson Brothers Widow dealer in the Harrisburg, Pa. area. It was purchased by my friend Barry who sold it to me 2 years ago...it is absolutely one of my favorite bows. If I can figure out this picture thing, I'll post some pics...good thread...!....Jackdaw