Title: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 01:03:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 01:03:00 AM
This is where you post pics of your progress and check in once in awhile. Of course you my start your own build thread but please post in here once in awhile.
I will get you names by the weekend.
This is the list of bowyers I have and current stats if it is wrong let me know. If I left you off let me know. I DID NOT LEAVE ANYONE OUT ON PURPOSE.
I Did not send out a hold list but if they are suppose to ship by Jun hold until they have shipped. If you are on the hold list and you are shipping to a hold person shoot me a PM when you are done.
Ship Date Bowyer For Type of Bow Draw Weight LH or RH Draw Style Preferred Bow
13-Jun KellyG Self 50-60# @27# LH Split N/A
11-Jul Trux Turning Glass 45-55# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul canopyboy Glass 50-60# @ 29" RH N/A
13-Jun timbermoose Self or glass 50-60# @29" RH Split N/A
13-Jun red hill BBO or HBO 50-60# @26" LH N/A
13-Jun halfseminole Self 35-45#@32-36" RH Thumb ring N/A
13-Jun beachbowhunter Glass 40-55@27" RH N/A
11-Jul Pat B Self 45-60# @26" RH N/A
11-Jul LittleBen Self 50-60# @26" RH N/A
11-Jul Trapper Rob BBO 45-50# @27" RH N/A
11-Jul Heartlandbowyer glass 50-60# @29" RH Split N/A
13-Jun Wood carver 2 BB or Tri lam 50-60# @28" RH 3 Under N/A
11-Jul bigbob2 glass 40-55# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul mjwhitby Osage 50-60# @27" RH N/A
13-Jun scars Wood 45-55# @29.5-32" RH N/A
13-Jun West Texan Self 45-65# @ 27" RH N/A
11-Jul Dmaxshawn Glass 50-55# @28" RH Split Glass
13-Jun Dwillo Glass 55-60# @ 29" RH N/A
11-Jul 4est trekker Self 35-40# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul Swissbow Glass 55-60# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul bowhntineverythingnh03743 Glass or BB 55-65 @28" RH Glass
11-Jul kevin_h BBY 40-50# @ 27" RH Glass
11-Jul Al Dean Glass 45-55# @30" RH Glass, BBO, Tri lam
13-Jun Hill Hunter Glass 55-60# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul Mike Mecredy Glass 45-55# @ 28" RH N/A
11-Jul GentlemanArcher Glass 45-50# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul Walt Francis Glass/ Wood 55-65# @29" RH N/A
11-Jul goobersan Glass 50-60# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul Millhimes Glass or COM 45-55#@28 RH N/A
11-Jul Jim Rocole Glass 50-60# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul macbow BB 45-55# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul soy Glass 45-50# @26" RH Split Glass
11-Jul Pete W Self 45-55# @27" RH 3 Under N/A
11-Jul John Scifres Self 45-50# @27" RH Glass
11-Jul David Flanrey Self or glass 50-60# @26" RH Split Glass
11-Jul Dan Landis Self 55-65# @27" RH Split N/A
13-Jun Tood Cook Glass 50-60# @29" RH N/A
11-Jul talkingcabbage Glass 45-55# @28" RH 3 Under N/A
11-Jul Jorgy Glass 45-50# @ 28" RH Glass
11-Jul Sacred mt Self 45-55# @27" RH Split N/A
13-Jun redbeard126 Glass 45-60# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul D Glass or Wood 50-60# @28" RH N/A
13-Jun razorback Wood 40-60# @29" RH N/A
13-Jun Echatham Self 50-60# @29" RH 3 Under wood
11-Jul ranger 3 Osage Self 45-50# @27" RH N/A
13-Jun JRHunter Glass 40-50# @29" RH 3 Under self
11-Jul kennym Glass 45-50# @28" RH N/A
13-Jun delongbows Glass 50-60# @30" RH Glass
13-Jun Kiwi craig Glass 45-55# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul tradbower Wood Composite 45-50# @25" RH N/A
13-Jun eagleone Glass or wood 45-55# @29" RH N/A
13-Jun cunruhshoot Glass 50-60# @28" RH self
13-Jun MoeM Glass 40-45# @28.5" RH Split N/A
13-Jun LESKEN2011 Self 45-50# @27" LH N/A
11-Jul BrianO Self 50-60# @ 28" RH Glass
11-Jul Roy from PA BBO 40ish# @27" RH N/A
13-Jun Pheonixarcher Glass 44-53# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul monterey Glass 40-50# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul Juan Self or glass 45-50# @28" RH 3 Under Glass
11-Jul Ranger44 Glass 40-55# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul inksoup Glass 50-55# @28" RH Glass
Well I will start drawing names tomorrow. And get them out by the weekend. If I give you a name you have had before let me know. I will swap it.
Hope you all have fun.
I will get you names by the weekend.
This is the list of bowyers I have and current stats if it is wrong let me know. If I left you off let me know. I DID NOT LEAVE ANYONE OUT ON PURPOSE.
I Did not send out a hold list but if they are suppose to ship by Jun hold until they have shipped. If you are on the hold list and you are shipping to a hold person shoot me a PM when you are done.
Ship Date Bowyer For Type of Bow Draw Weight LH or RH Draw Style Preferred Bow
13-Jun KellyG Self 50-60# @27# LH Split N/A
11-Jul Trux Turning Glass 45-55# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul canopyboy Glass 50-60# @ 29" RH N/A
13-Jun timbermoose Self or glass 50-60# @29" RH Split N/A
13-Jun red hill BBO or HBO 50-60# @26" LH N/A
13-Jun halfseminole Self 35-45#@32-36" RH Thumb ring N/A
13-Jun beachbowhunter Glass 40-55@27" RH N/A
11-Jul Pat B Self 45-60# @26" RH N/A
11-Jul LittleBen Self 50-60# @26" RH N/A
11-Jul Trapper Rob BBO 45-50# @27" RH N/A
11-Jul Heartlandbowyer glass 50-60# @29" RH Split N/A
13-Jun Wood carver 2 BB or Tri lam 50-60# @28" RH 3 Under N/A
11-Jul bigbob2 glass 40-55# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul mjwhitby Osage 50-60# @27" RH N/A
13-Jun scars Wood 45-55# @29.5-32" RH N/A
13-Jun West Texan Self 45-65# @ 27" RH N/A
11-Jul Dmaxshawn Glass 50-55# @28" RH Split Glass
13-Jun Dwillo Glass 55-60# @ 29" RH N/A
11-Jul 4est trekker Self 35-40# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul Swissbow Glass 55-60# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul bowhntineverythingnh03743 Glass or BB 55-65 @28" RH Glass
11-Jul kevin_h BBY 40-50# @ 27" RH Glass
11-Jul Al Dean Glass 45-55# @30" RH Glass, BBO, Tri lam
13-Jun Hill Hunter Glass 55-60# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul Mike Mecredy Glass 45-55# @ 28" RH N/A
11-Jul GentlemanArcher Glass 45-50# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul Walt Francis Glass/ Wood 55-65# @29" RH N/A
11-Jul goobersan Glass 50-60# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul Millhimes Glass or COM 45-55#@28 RH N/A
11-Jul Jim Rocole Glass 50-60# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul macbow BB 45-55# @28" RH N/A
11-Jul soy Glass 45-50# @26" RH Split Glass
11-Jul Pete W Self 45-55# @27" RH 3 Under N/A
11-Jul John Scifres Self 45-50# @27" RH Glass
11-Jul David Flanrey Self or glass 50-60# @26" RH Split Glass
11-Jul Dan Landis Self 55-65# @27" RH Split N/A
13-Jun Tood Cook Glass 50-60# @29" RH N/A
11-Jul talkingcabbage Glass 45-55# @28" RH 3 Under N/A
11-Jul Jorgy Glass 45-50# @ 28" RH Glass
11-Jul Sacred mt Self 45-55# @27" RH Split N/A
13-Jun redbeard126 Glass 45-60# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul D Glass or Wood 50-60# @28" RH N/A
13-Jun razorback Wood 40-60# @29" RH N/A
13-Jun Echatham Self 50-60# @29" RH 3 Under wood
11-Jul ranger 3 Osage Self 45-50# @27" RH N/A
13-Jun JRHunter Glass 40-50# @29" RH 3 Under self
11-Jul kennym Glass 45-50# @28" RH N/A
13-Jun delongbows Glass 50-60# @30" RH Glass
13-Jun Kiwi craig Glass 45-55# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul tradbower Wood Composite 45-50# @25" RH N/A
13-Jun eagleone Glass or wood 45-55# @29" RH N/A
13-Jun cunruhshoot Glass 50-60# @28" RH self
13-Jun MoeM Glass 40-45# @28.5" RH Split N/A
13-Jun LESKEN2011 Self 45-50# @27" LH N/A
11-Jul BrianO Self 50-60# @ 28" RH Glass
11-Jul Roy from PA BBO 40ish# @27" RH N/A
13-Jun Pheonixarcher Glass 44-53# @28" RH Split N/A
11-Jul monterey Glass 40-50# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul Juan Self or glass 45-50# @28" RH 3 Under Glass
11-Jul Ranger44 Glass 40-55# @28" RH Glass
11-Jul inksoup Glass 50-55# @28" RH Glass
Well I will start drawing names tomorrow. And get them out by the weekend. If I give you a name you have had before let me know. I will swap it.
Hope you all have fun.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 16, 2014, 01:50:00 AM
Post by: soy on January 16, 2014, 01:50:00 AM
thanks for all the hard work Kelly :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 16, 2014, 02:23:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 16, 2014, 02:23:00 AM
Kelly I'm not sure how that list reads , whether its what one s making or hoping to receive. I 'm happy to get any type, self, glass or whatever. I can make from 30# to 60# in glass.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on January 16, 2014, 02:28:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on January 16, 2014, 02:28:00 AM
uh i am late i know but... if there is still room for one more person i am in too..
will require:
RH 50-60# @ 28" whatever bow. but i MUST be at least two pieces take down to be shipped. otherwise it will be big big problem for you and me.
i will build:
glass backed, 2 pieced bow rh 40# @28" bow. any body interested?
best.
will require:
RH 50-60# @ 28" whatever bow. but i MUST be at least two pieces take down to be shipped. otherwise it will be big big problem for you and me.
i will build:
glass backed, 2 pieced bow rh 40# @28" bow. any body interested?
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on January 16, 2014, 04:02:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on January 16, 2014, 04:02:00 AM
Guess I know what to build;
TD version of my 58"hybrid (http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010364#000000) , maybe piking few inches, playing with taper and p-lam/wedges and giving the riser a straight edgy(existing word?) look in red/black actionwood with maybe white accents. I`m planning to keep the riser real wide for an ultra ergonomic pistol grip, "cooler" pads and a centershot window.
Limbs will be black glass with red or black dyed edges.
Shall give a modern, agressive and technical look. I hope I`ll get a recipient for whom this may be adorable...
(otherwise I gotta use "usual" woods and look for streak-free clear)
TD version of my 58"hybrid (http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010364#000000) , maybe piking few inches, playing with taper and p-lam/wedges and giving the riser a straight edgy(existing word?) look in red/black actionwood with maybe white accents. I`m planning to keep the riser real wide for an ultra ergonomic pistol grip, "cooler" pads and a centershot window.
Limbs will be black glass with red or black dyed edges.
Shall give a modern, agressive and technical look. I hope I`ll get a recipient for whom this may be adorable...
(otherwise I gotta use "usual" woods and look for streak-free clear)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 06:18:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 06:18:00 AM
Bob, the list represents what the guy wants to receive.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 11:14:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 11:14:00 AM
Well It is simple if you know how to read it I guess.
Ok the date is when you need to ship by, your name, Type of bow your building, then drawing stats, then the type of bow you want in return (that is only guaranteed to the type you build though). So to clarify you build glass you get glass, or build a self and want a self, if your request but if you build a self and want glass or build a glass and want a self you don't have priority to get one.
but this year there are way more glass folks and very few really caring what they want so I think all will be happy in the end. (I hope)
Hope that all makes sense
Ink Glad to have you I will add you. I was just getting ready to verify info and draw some names.
Ok the date is when you need to ship by, your name, Type of bow your building, then drawing stats, then the type of bow you want in return (that is only guaranteed to the type you build though). So to clarify you build glass you get glass, or build a self and want a self, if your request but if you build a self and want glass or build a glass and want a self you don't have priority to get one.
but this year there are way more glass folks and very few really caring what they want so I think all will be happy in the end. (I hope)
Hope that all makes sense
Ink Glad to have you I will add you. I was just getting ready to verify info and draw some names.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 16, 2014, 01:03:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 16, 2014, 01:03:00 PM
I'll get us started. I'm going to use these Myrtle lams I ground with boo cores and either a coco riser or either a Bostagone walnut riser
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/1206975B-B9D1-4E4E-9E8F-38456D2BF94D_zpsznetgfuk.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/1206975B-B9D1-4E4E-9E8F-38456D2BF94D_zpsznetgfuk.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/1206975B-B9D1-4E4E-9E8F-38456D2BF94D_zpsznetgfuk.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/1206975B-B9D1-4E4E-9E8F-38456D2BF94D_zpsznetgfuk.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 01:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 01:19:00 PM
WOW I am glad I have not pushed names out I might have to swap with someone.
After Lunch I will push some names out. I need to limp in an get me something now.
After Lunch I will push some names out. I need to limp in an get me something now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 01:23:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 01:23:00 PM
Awesome, Shawn..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on January 16, 2014, 01:31:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on January 16, 2014, 01:31:00 PM
Really stunning lams there! I would be afraid they could divert me while shooting....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 16, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 16, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
Dmax, WOW! just wow! them are gonna look sweet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on January 16, 2014, 01:57:00 PM
Post by: razorback on January 16, 2014, 01:57:00 PM
Well I just got my name and now to get started stalking my guy and seeing what he likes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on January 16, 2014, 01:57:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on January 16, 2014, 01:57:00 PM
Here's what I'm working on boo backed walnut core & osage belly.
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage058_zpseb8564dd.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage058_zpseb8564dd.jpg.html)
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage060_zps9df564ac.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage060_zps9df564ac.jpg.html)
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage058_zpseb8564dd.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage058_zpseb8564dd.jpg.html)
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage060_zps9df564ac.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage060_zps9df564ac.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 16, 2014, 03:22:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 16, 2014, 03:22:00 PM
Wow those are nice Shawn!! Send them my way...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 16, 2014, 03:26:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 16, 2014, 03:26:00 PM
those do look great! Got my name let the games begin...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 16, 2014, 03:40:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 16, 2014, 03:40:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Trux Turning:yea ok david those are kinda plain compared to what you usually turn out......
Wow those are nice Shawn!! Send them my way...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 16, 2014, 04:09:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 16, 2014, 04:09:00 PM
bwahahaha (thats supposed to be an evil laugh) my victim has been identified. I'm excited. now... got to pick out the right stick of wood. :campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 04:12:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 04:12:00 PM
Ok let me explain the info I sent out I forget it makes no sense to anyone but me.
I am using my imfo.
Name you can ignore the self that is what I am building then my draw stats LH split finger and the N/A means I dont care if it is a glass or wood bow. If there is glass or wood there then they want a glass or wodd bow. Make sense I hope so. PM if you have any questions.
KellyG Self 50-60# @27# LH Split N/A
I am using my imfo.
Name you can ignore the self that is what I am building then my draw stats LH split finger and the N/A means I dont care if it is a glass or wood bow. If there is glass or wood there then they want a glass or wodd bow. Make sense I hope so. PM if you have any questions.
KellyG Self 50-60# @27# LH Split N/A
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 16, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 16, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
If the recipient has a June ship date do we hold the bow made for them until they ship? Or will you add the "hold" to the pm you send to us?
Thanks
Cory
Thanks
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on January 16, 2014, 04:44:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on January 16, 2014, 04:44:00 PM
Shawn, lams are stunning.
Got my info. Here we go. Look out Kenny, here come the orders!!
Got my info. Here we go. Look out Kenny, here come the orders!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
Heartland if they have june ship date hold until they ship. Or until I ask you to ship. Thank. If you have a jun ship date let me know when you ship so I can have your bow shipped if done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
Dave you are not joking with over half the folks making glass bow kenny might not find time to work on his own.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 16, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 16, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
Got my victim! Thanks Kelly.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 16, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 16, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
I spied my message box. Now I'm stalking my prey.....Oh there he is!!! Might just have to come up with a different game plan.
Gonna sit and ponder this one for a couple days. See what I can come up with.
Gonna sit and ponder this one for a couple days. See what I can come up with.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 16, 2014, 05:29:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 16, 2014, 05:29:00 PM
Shawn, if I was to take that bow you're going to build up north, I'd have no problem killing a moose. They would all come out of the bush to have a look at it. :D
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 16, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 16, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
:archer2: Got mine Kelly. Thanks again !! :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 16, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 16, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Boy, some of you guys are awfully hard to get a clue on, good luck all and let's have a great swap. Oh yeah I have my victims name.
Shawn those are some sweet veneers I will be happy when they come to my porch. Lol
Shawn those are some sweet veneers I will be happy when they come to my porch. Lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 06:40:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 06:40:00 PM
Got mine:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 06:55:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 06:55:00 PM
Well Everyone should have their name. If you did not get a name let me know also if I sent you name and you have built for them in the past let me know. I will swap them out so everyone gets one from someone new. I tried to keep it from happening but there have a couple of hundred bows ship over the past few years so I might have missed one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on January 16, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Post by: Todd Cook on January 16, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Got mine:) Thinking cap is on!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 16, 2014, 09:11:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 16, 2014, 09:11:00 PM
Got mine this is gonna be fun. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on January 16, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on January 16, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
Got mine! Thanks for all the hard work Kelly. Looking forward to this!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on January 16, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on January 16, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Need to get some different woods envolved this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 16, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 16, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Thanks Kelly, got my sights on my victim and thinkin of a kinda wild scheme....... :scared: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 16, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 16, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Well, my shop looks like a tornado.....or my 2 year old came through, but I did manage to get some wood and glass picked out. I chose some zebrawood, chechen, and some good ol' black locust. Also dug out some glass and phenolic that I thought would look sharp together....red, white and black. Now to figure out how to bring it all together.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on January 16, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on January 16, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Clear as mud to me now. I have my work cut out as my recipient knows bows , so I have to make sure I make a good shooter for him.
Now I need to get this in gear and pick out a good stave and a design I can hopefully do well.
Pete
Now I need to get this in gear and pick out a good stave and a design I can hopefully do well.
Pete
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 16, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: D on January 16, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Hummmmmmmmm. I think I am just going to set back and wait and not start until the end of May or so..lolol Just kidding Kelly. Im going to try and come up with something a little different. Look forward to seeing what everybody else comes up with. Good luck everybody. Thanks for all the behind the scenes work that you have to put into these swaps to make them sail smooth.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 16, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 16, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
I signed up quick but didn't see my victim until now.
Thanks, Kelly!
Thanks, Kelly!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
I was at Home Depot tonight, went through the stack of 1/2" pvc pipe, picked out a purty straight one too:) Hope *** ***** likes it:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 16, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
D I am going to sit back. I am going to be behind due to the full cast from my toes to just below my hip. I may get out and take pics of the stave I am planning on using well Plan a for now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on January 16, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on January 16, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
I'm semi-retired and work a little on an "on call" basis. I got called to work today and after some catching up when I got home I'm just getting to the computer. Got the name and now for some research and praying I can deliver. :)
Shawn you are already getting the drooling started.
Shawn you are already getting the drooling started.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 16, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Post by: D on January 16, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Don't blame ya Kelly. Its would be hard to work on a stave with a leg length cast.
Well Roy you should be done with that PVC bow by now. You ready to ship yet??
Well Roy you should be done with that PVC bow by now. You ready to ship yet??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 16, 2014, 10:45:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 16, 2014, 10:45:00 PM
Kelly, if ya drew Roy's name just pick out some splintery old chunk of wood. Ole devil probably won't even notice ! PVC......HAH
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 16, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 16, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
I hope Roy makes a video of running the pvc through his new drum sander :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 16, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 16, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by scars::laughing:
I hope Roy makes a video of running the pvc through his new drum sander :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 16, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 16, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Hey, PVC splinters aren't near as bad as fiberglass! Lol.
This is my first swap (hopefully of many), and I am both nervous and excited. My victims specs will challenge both me and my form, but I'm confident in both.
I have one bow to finish up, and hope to try another limb design before I start on my swapper.
This is my first swap (hopefully of many), and I am both nervous and excited. My victims specs will challenge both me and my form, but I'm confident in both.
I have one bow to finish up, and hope to try another limb design before I start on my swapper.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 12:15:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 12:15:00 AM
Got mine! Now for some stalking. Good luck and good building to all!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 17, 2014, 12:42:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 17, 2014, 12:42:00 AM
Got mine too, interesting! :saywhat: :saywhat: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 17, 2014, 01:55:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 17, 2014, 01:55:00 AM
Got my victim's name and did some research...which felt a little wrong - It felt a bit like I was stocking someone - not that I have ever done that. I sure din't think I would be as nervous as I am now. Laid out a bunch of wood combos and selections of veneers to work with. Now the fun begins...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 17, 2014, 02:32:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on January 17, 2014, 02:32:00 AM
Talkingcabbage,
How did the tips work out?
How did the tips work out?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 07:28:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 07:28:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by scars:LMAO :laughing:
I hope Roy makes a video of running the pvc through his new drum sander :biglaugh:
Got my name, stalked them a little bit, more questions that need to be answered now though. Hmmm.... Let the games begin!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on January 17, 2014, 07:37:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on January 17, 2014, 07:37:00 AM
Google did a grat job investigating about my receiver- but the picture is very split... too hard to combine his/her sides in one bow so I`ll have to pick one way- or another^^
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
LOL... Actually I plan on clamping the pvc into d/r and cooking it in the hot box at 180 degrees for two days. That should soften it up.
D, what's your address? I'll send ya this proto type and ifin it works out, then I'll make another for my recipient:)
D, what's your address? I'll send ya this proto type and ifin it works out, then I'll make another for my recipient:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 10:32:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 10:32:00 AM
So Shawn and trapper are the only ones to post pic so far.
Trapper seems to be close to tillering his bow already.
Who will be the first to finish up their bow. Heck I be some of you have some on the tree already.
And there are 61 of us this year.
Trapper seems to be close to tillering his bow already.
Who will be the first to finish up their bow. Heck I be some of you have some on the tree already.
And there are 61 of us this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
Well, the yew bow I am just now finishing up might be perfect for ******. Would that violate the spirit of the swap since I didn't start it for him? I could probably ship in a couple of days for that first place prize.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 11:32:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 11:32:00 AM
haha if theres a first place prize i might could race you for it canopyboy! im in the same situation, but ive been building it for myself and im kinda attached to it, and in the spirit of the swap, i want to build it just for ******.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
Canopy do what you think is right. I just want to see some swap porn.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 11:42:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 11:42:00 AM
Kevin, I never did get a shot with them! I did end up taking one deer with last years' swap bow, but that was the one day I didn't take the stone points - I just had my snuffers :knothead:
I'm still gonna try them on some turkeys this spring. I did get them on shafts and they fly really nice. I made up a styrofoam target to practice with so I didn't dull them. I'm gonna have to figure out how to sharpen them so I don't have to worry about it as much.
How's that osage working out for you? Got any bows out yet?
I'm still gonna try them on some turkeys this spring. I did get them on shafts and they fly really nice. I made up a styrofoam target to practice with so I didn't dull them. I'm gonna have to figure out how to sharpen them so I don't have to worry about it as much.
How's that osage working out for you? Got any bows out yet?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 11:44:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 11:44:00 AM
I'm getting ideas for my victim, but I think I need to take a trip to the local Amish sawmill to find some wood. The stuff I've got just isn't curly enough for me. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 17, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 17, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
I hate to be the bearer of bad news but........I'm going to have to change game plans after doing a little more stalking. I already had these glued up and being they are 117 pounds @28 there going to work perfect. Now I just have to build a riser with enough snot to hold together.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/0B6D0441-76D0-485B-8981-37A870A6BB24_zpsaanmyxkp.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/0B6D0441-76D0-485B-8981-37A870A6BB24_zpsaanmyxkp.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/116867A2-1705-4F5B-9964-DFCD72BDC05A_zpsvnqak2ph.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/116867A2-1705-4F5B-9964-DFCD72BDC05A_zpsvnqak2ph.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/0B6D0441-76D0-485B-8981-37A870A6BB24_zpsaanmyxkp.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/0B6D0441-76D0-485B-8981-37A870A6BB24_zpsaanmyxkp.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/116867A2-1705-4F5B-9964-DFCD72BDC05A_zpsvnqak2ph.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/116867A2-1705-4F5B-9964-DFCD72BDC05A_zpsvnqak2ph.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 17, 2014, 12:02:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 17, 2014, 12:02:00 PM
Spalted maple/curly Koa/Aboo/Koa wedges
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 12:12:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 12:12:00 PM
117#@28?!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 17, 2014, 12:51:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 17, 2014, 12:51:00 PM
Now just get that down to 40# and ship it out to me...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 17, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Post by: D on January 17, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
So far I haven't done anything lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 01:15:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 01:15:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Dmaxshawn:No, that was supposed to be at 29", maybe you can trap the back a little?
I already had these glued up and being they are 117 pounds @28 there going to work perfect. Now I just have to build a riser with enough snot to hold together.
As for snot in my new riser, maybe just a little true oil and smooth-on instead?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Echatham:Exact same here. It was for me, but came in a bit light -- however, I'm growing quite attached to it. (Although that seems to be a prerequisite to any swap bow I send out.) But I would want to build just for ******* from conception to handle wrap.
haha if theres a first place prize i might could race you for it canopyboy! im in the same situation, but ive been building it for myself and im kinda attached to it, and in the spirit of the swap, i want to build it just for ******.
I've pushed into new territory and ended up challenging myself for each of the previous swap builds. I'm thinking my victim this year might be my first attempt at a reverse handle longbow with a fancier riser than previous attempts.
Now to select the woods...and do I use clear glass or colored? Ugh, I guess there's no way I'll be in first place after all! In fact, it may be awhile before I can post any real candy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 17, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 17, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Hey guys.... This is my second stalking for my victim. I have no idea what to build this year.... Very minimal information on my victim once again.
How do you overcome this issue?
How do you overcome this issue?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 01:51:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 01:51:00 PM
We could start a thread to talk about what we like :laughing: for instance i really dig on yew but i cant get it and cant bring myself to pay the going rate on a stave. I also lust after mollies and super snaky bows. Recurves are cool. So are bendy handles. You know what.... I pretty much want anything i havent built yet haha..... Except pvc.... Not so much on the pvc.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 17, 2014, 02:45:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 17, 2014, 02:45:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by bowhntineverythingnh03743:Same situation here bud. I couldnt find very much info on my person about stuff he had built in the past or what he liked or a pic of "HIS BOW" . So i just went with something that looked cool to me instead. And I understand what I might think is sexy may not be sexy to you.
Hey guys.... This is my second stalking for my victim. I have no idea what to build this year.... Very minimal information on my victim once again.
How do you overcome this issue?
You could always go with simple classy and elegant black glass nat boo and coco or bocote or whatever... then you could tighten her up with some copperheads if ya feel like it or just plain black glass.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
I'm in the same boat as cantalopeboy, oop's canopyboy:) I have one ready for final sanding that I could send to my recipient. I was going to sell it, but I'll just hang onto it and pick one out of the next 4 or 5 I'll be making... I know how picky my recipient is, so I gotta make the best bow I can make. Those boys out west are very picky fellows:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 17, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on January 17, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
Cantelopeboy... :thumbsup:
you ougtta be banned bad bad lee roy
you ougtta be banned bad bad lee roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 17, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 17, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by KellyG:I could send you a link In a pm...might not be forum friendly... :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
Canopy do what you think is right. I just want to see some swap porn.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 04:40:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 04:40:00 PM
Tempting soy tempting.
bowhntineverythingnh03743
You could start at thread with a build and ask questions like I was planing to make either a hill or molly bow. And see if they chime in if not you can go with what ever you want or heck popular vote. And do it and if they chime in great if not others help you pick it out. Or just go with what you know and I bet they love it anyway.
bowhntineverythingnh03743
You could start at thread with a build and ask questions like I was planing to make either a hill or molly bow. And see if they chime in if not you can go with what ever you want or heck popular vote. And do it and if they chime in great if not others help you pick it out. Or just go with what you know and I bet they love it anyway.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 04:53:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on January 17, 2014, 04:53:00 PM
Justin - Last year I had that problem (and actually the year before was worse.) I just decided to build what I would want, but to their specs.
If my bowyer is wondering what I want, I want them to build me a great example of their favorite bow to build. The style doesn't really matter as long as it's perfect in every way. And maybe comes with a set of custom wood arrows cut to 30" BOP. Oh, and a hand forged knife with scales that match the bow. And maybe hand delivered by ole' Roybert?
If my bowyer is wondering what I want, I want them to build me a great example of their favorite bow to build. The style doesn't really matter as long as it's perfect in every way. And maybe comes with a set of custom wood arrows cut to 30" BOP. Oh, and a hand forged knife with scales that match the bow. And maybe hand delivered by ole' Roybert?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
Cantelopeboy is ok, most of the time:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 17, 2014, 06:33:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 17, 2014, 06:33:00 PM
Ok, I just got back in from the freezer, I mean shop. I went through my stash and picked out the woods for plan A. What do you guys think of a bamboo back, cherry power lam, osage core and scorched bamboo belly with a riser made from white oak and walnut with a jatoba I beam.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Scorched bamboo?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Yup, toasted with a torch...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 08:12:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 08:12:00 PM
Hmmm... Havent seen that before i dont think. That improves the compression strength a good bit i imagine?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 17, 2014, 08:32:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 17, 2014, 08:32:00 PM
Sounds pretty sweet to me!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 08:43:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 08:43:00 PM
Since everyone is stalking their prey, This is what I like:
I have no real favorite type or class but whatever it is I feel it should be able to tell its own story. " form follows function "
For instance tempered belly should be visible, heat treatments for shaping or corrections I feel add character to any bow and lets the bow tell its own story. If you see it you know how to treat and care for the bow.
wood lam bows should be able to tell what was done to make them also.
With all rules there are exceptions and glass fills that area in my opinion. They should show the process of the bowyer who made them. The colors the grain choices the combination of wood all come together.
At the moment I am interested in any and all types of lever tip bows. Horse, Korean, turk, molly, holms, native American styles its all good. In other words It is up to the bowyer How he makes it. Not me, I will be pleased to follow the story of the bow it self.
I have no real favorite type or class but whatever it is I feel it should be able to tell its own story. " form follows function "
For instance tempered belly should be visible, heat treatments for shaping or corrections I feel add character to any bow and lets the bow tell its own story. If you see it you know how to treat and care for the bow.
wood lam bows should be able to tell what was done to make them also.
With all rules there are exceptions and glass fills that area in my opinion. They should show the process of the bowyer who made them. The colors the grain choices the combination of wood all come together.
At the moment I am interested in any and all types of lever tip bows. Horse, Korean, turk, molly, holms, native American styles its all good. In other words It is up to the bowyer How he makes it. Not me, I will be pleased to follow the story of the bow it self.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 17, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 17, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Here are some possible candidates for risers... Longbow, recurve and snubnose.... Now which one to build
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/f99a5a5ae7a04d2d32ff3327e9dfa66e_zps57a00ce7.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/f99a5a5ae7a04d2d32ff3327e9dfa66e_zps57a00ce7.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 17, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 17, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
The one in the middle looks sweet!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Whats the figured wood in the top one? I like that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 17, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 17, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
I like all three! There's nothing like figured wood in a bow. Art you hunt with, plus natural camo sometimes. :)
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Eric that's lacewood or nickname is gatorwood, but what trux is showing is some very fine grained highly flaked piece of wood. Keeps its structure with no fade.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 17, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 17, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Echatham:It's leopard wood with shedua on the top
Whats the figured wood in the top one? I like that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
Wow, I stand corrected that sure looked like lacewood
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 17, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 17, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Yea Joe they both look the same to me- you are right on it keeping its structure with no fade.Here's a better look at he second riser- orange heart with a mosaic.
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/ba4814c1af69b30146a48f3817c55547_zpsecb903eb.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/ba4814c1af69b30146a48f3817c55547_zpsecb903eb.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 17, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Well i like it. And thats the one thing that makes me want to build a glass bow sometimes. Fancy figured wood combination. Kinda the same as a knot or grain swirl in a selfbow... I can stare at that for hours while the deer swing wide and out of sight around my hidey spot :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 17, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 17, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Same problem here on finding info on my recipient. I like the way you describe it, Scars. Let the bow tell its story and your story. I like that.
I would like any kind of bow that I don't have. I make American flat bows out of Osage with a backing, either hickory or boo.
So far I have received a juniper ambush bow from Keenan Howard. (Rattler skins, buffalo sinew... The works!) I have an r/d fg longbow that has a smooth draw and shoots sweet! And last year an Osage self bow ended up with me. It has a para cord handle wrap and raw wool string silencers.
Three swaps with three different bows exhibiting different styles, techniques, and artistry. Man, that's what this swap is about! At least for me.
Oh, yeah they're each from a different state. I enjoy showing them off and explaining the differences and sharing "their stories."
So short story long... I like anything I don't have and I can shoot.
Sorry for rambling. :archer2:
I would like any kind of bow that I don't have. I make American flat bows out of Osage with a backing, either hickory or boo.
So far I have received a juniper ambush bow from Keenan Howard. (Rattler skins, buffalo sinew... The works!) I have an r/d fg longbow that has a smooth draw and shoots sweet! And last year an Osage self bow ended up with me. It has a para cord handle wrap and raw wool string silencers.
Three swaps with three different bows exhibiting different styles, techniques, and artistry. Man, that's what this swap is about! At least for me.
Oh, yeah they're each from a different state. I enjoy showing them off and explaining the differences and sharing "their stories."
So short story long... I like anything I don't have and I can shoot.
Sorry for rambling. :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 17, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
Trux of it were my choice I would tell you to put the all in a sack and have someone reach in and pull one out and make me a bow.
But I know it isn't for me. But I am sure ***** will like any of those.
But I know it isn't for me. But I am sure ***** will like any of those.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 17, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 17, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
i don't think i was meant to be a stalker. not patient enough for it i reckon. so i'm gonna try to choose something that i wont want to ship. ;)
been laid up a few days with the flu that is running rampant up here. near exhausted the shoppers of all their buckleys.
been laid up a few days with the flu that is running rampant up here. near exhausted the shoppers of all their buckleys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 11:49:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 17, 2014, 11:49:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Trux Turning:Yes that is awesome Trux The mosaic is the eye candy makes your eyes just flow over the whole riser.
Yea Joe they both look the same to me- you are right on it keeping its structure with no fade.Here's a better look at he second riser- orange heart with a mosaic.
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/ba4814c1af69b30146a48f3817c55547_zpsecb903eb.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 11:58:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 17, 2014, 11:58:00 PM
Dmaxshawn, those veneers are awesome! Wish I could find some wood like that. Love that grain!
Well if anyone is wondering about me, I'll take about anything. I've become more of a glass guy myself, but I have been wanting a BBO or the like. I'd really like to build one myself but I've been out of selfbows and wood bows for long enough I'd have to practice on something first to feel comfortable tillering an R/D bow out. I'd really like a 3 piece too, just for ease of packing. I'm planning a hog hunt this year and wouldn't mind something easier to pack in a bag than a longbow. Although I like longbows and recurves too! You know what, I'd take whatever my builder wants to build. Something that is a challenge for them, and stretches their skills. Something they don't want to ship out. That's pretty much what I shot for last year and it worked out great.
Well if anyone is wondering about me, I'll take about anything. I've become more of a glass guy myself, but I have been wanting a BBO or the like. I'd really like to build one myself but I've been out of selfbows and wood bows for long enough I'd have to practice on something first to feel comfortable tillering an R/D bow out. I'd really like a 3 piece too, just for ease of packing. I'm planning a hog hunt this year and wouldn't mind something easier to pack in a bag than a longbow. Although I like longbows and recurves too! You know what, I'd take whatever my builder wants to build. Something that is a challenge for them, and stretches their skills. Something they don't want to ship out. That's pretty much what I shot for last year and it worked out great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 18, 2014, 12:07:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 18, 2014, 12:07:00 AM
I'm having a hard time as well. At this point in time, I'm only building 3pc T/D longbows, so at least that part is taken care of. I just can't figure out what types of wood my recipient likes best or would want. If I can't figure something out in the next few weeks, they'll just have to be happy with what I choose. So, **********, you'd better speak up if you want something special! Lol.
As for me, I'd also like something different from what I have, but I'll be happy with anything. A few that come to mind would be a Hill style, a tri-lam, anything with Osage, a static tip curve, or snubby, in no particular order.
But as I said, I'll be more than happy with anything. I like pretty woods with nice color, contrast, grain, figure, curl, burl, and on and on... I just like bows, and shooting them!!! Hope that narrows it down a little. Lol.
As for me, I'd also like something different from what I have, but I'll be happy with anything. A few that come to mind would be a Hill style, a tri-lam, anything with Osage, a static tip curve, or snubby, in no particular order.
But as I said, I'll be more than happy with anything. I like pretty woods with nice color, contrast, grain, figure, curl, burl, and on and on... I just like bows, and shooting them!!! Hope that narrows it down a little. Lol.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 18, 2014, 01:23:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 18, 2014, 01:23:00 AM
Thanks guys for the input. I build bows that I hunt with and what would work in the woods so guess I will go along that roots.
As far as my builder... I'm am a diehard hunter so that being said... Short bows would work the best for me. Ya better believe I will hit the woods with the bow I receive. A comfortable grip is key for me!!!
As far as my builder... I'm am a diehard hunter so that being said... Short bows would work the best for me. Ya better believe I will hit the woods with the bow I receive. A comfortable grip is key for me!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 18, 2014, 04:59:00 AM
Post by: soy on January 18, 2014, 04:59:00 AM
Started on a plan b wood backup just in case the glass don't work out...I will get picks up as soon as a b and c are a possibly for the next stage :goldtooth:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140118_034750_099.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140118_034750_099.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on January 18, 2014, 05:21:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on January 18, 2014, 05:21:00 AM
Three beauties Trux- but I`d still stay with the snubnose. (or the recurve as I usually build ma own longbows...)
I checked out the shipping options for me and a T/D is really economic AND allows me to build another set of limbs if I shall miss the weight :rolleyes:
I checked out the shipping options for me and a T/D is really economic AND allows me to build another set of limbs if I shall miss the weight :rolleyes:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 18, 2014, 05:22:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on January 18, 2014, 05:22:00 AM
Talkingcabbage,
The osage took a back seat to a bathroom remodel...
One of those things that needed to be fixed...I always hate fixing someone else's work, always takes twice as long as it should of...
As for my newest trade bow ....prepping the yew this weekend.
The osage took a back seat to a bathroom remodel...
One of those things that needed to be fixed...I always hate fixing someone else's work, always takes twice as long as it should of...
As for my newest trade bow ....prepping the yew this weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 18, 2014, 06:54:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 18, 2014, 06:54:00 AM
Anything from David is awesome. Leopard and shedua loos good but the mosaic sets off the orange.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 18, 2014, 09:24:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 18, 2014, 09:24:00 AM
Trux I like the orange heart with a mosaic with a different grip.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 18, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 18, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0076_zpsa3ffa1fb.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0076_zpsa3ffa1fb.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on January 18, 2014, 10:54:00 AM
Post by: Ranger44 on January 18, 2014, 10:54:00 AM
Time to chime in I guess. I was the one that caused canopyboy stress last year. He built me a beautiful Hill style with cherry veneers. He did a great job as I love the look of cherry and have a bunch of furniture in my house that I built out of cherry.
I'm relatively new to shooting trad(hunted with a recurve until I was about done with college in 1979 but just started shooting trad again a couple of years ago).
I currently have an old Pearson recurve I bought off the big auction site, a Samick Sage TD, the 66" wood bow that Eagleone built for me and the Hill from last years trade. I have a few I have built that are mostly hickory backed hickory or maple.
I prefer anything my builder wants to build and that he/she is comfortable building. I will be attempting to build my first glass bow this spring and haven't decided exactly what that will be yet either. It's not a lot of help but leaves the door fairly open I hope.
I'm relatively new to shooting trad(hunted with a recurve until I was about done with college in 1979 but just started shooting trad again a couple of years ago).
I currently have an old Pearson recurve I bought off the big auction site, a Samick Sage TD, the 66" wood bow that Eagleone built for me and the Hill from last years trade. I have a few I have built that are mostly hickory backed hickory or maple.
I prefer anything my builder wants to build and that he/she is comfortable building. I will be attempting to build my first glass bow this spring and haven't decided exactly what that will be yet either. It's not a lot of help but leaves the door fairly open I hope.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 18, 2014, 11:19:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on January 18, 2014, 11:19:00 AM
Ranger 3 that is going to be a wonderful bow there when it turns out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 18, 2014, 12:55:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 18, 2014, 12:55:00 PM
Well I think I have gotten down to a choice of two different veneer combos. One is a stained black locust and american elm to model a rich crimson bloodwood and I would go with walnut, cherry wood and bocote riser overlay and bocote nock overlays. The other choice is to use some veneers I got from Troy B. Spliced dark birdseye maple with osage and osage belly.
What do you guys think?
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/f0381936a69a4dc98b53c28a64726d15.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/67650dccbc278127f338fa36a67d8b8b.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/f7a24b41c4019e25f628055642cbc4fa.jpg)
I glued up the riser combo that I will be using with either set up.
What do you guys think?
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/f0381936a69a4dc98b53c28a64726d15.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/67650dccbc278127f338fa36a67d8b8b.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/f7a24b41c4019e25f628055642cbc4fa.jpg)
I glued up the riser combo that I will be using with either set up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 18, 2014, 01:34:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 18, 2014, 01:34:00 PM
Those spliced veneers are sweet!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 18, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 18, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
Nice, prefer the dark on right.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 18, 2014, 01:48:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 18, 2014, 01:48:00 PM
Thanks Kelly, cunruhshoot if it is for me I will make it easy for you either one, love them both.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 18, 2014, 02:25:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 18, 2014, 02:25:00 PM
I like the splice also. Course...I also like figured wood, sweet colored wood, backed bows, tri-lams, snakes(and skins), selfbows,
snub-nosed, recurves, hills, take-downs, and PVC :wavey:
I'm set up for r/d glass right now but I may make a snub or hill form for the swap. I may also cut an r/d in half like Swiss has done. (Just need to find that build-along)
snub-nosed, recurves, hills, take-downs, and PVC :wavey:
I'm set up for r/d glass right now but I may make a snub or hill form for the swap. I may also cut an r/d in half like Swiss has done. (Just need to find that build-along)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
heres candidate #1. nice rings, moderate crown, and one big ole knot . the picture doesn't do the rings justice, its blurry. early wood is hairline.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141456_947_zpsvzuuzubg.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141456_947_zpsvzuuzubg.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141443_168_zps4fmhj9fe.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141443_168_zps4fmhj9fe.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141708_880_zps3xvf6fht.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141708_880_zps3xvf6fht.jpg.html)
candidate #2 not bad rings, clean stave, not as much thickness on the belly for a handle, but thick enough. little bit of twist.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141613_690_zpscazfrwls.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141613_690_zpscazfrwls.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141651_142_zpsopjgzyab.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141651_142_zpsopjgzyab.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141532_450_zpsmnwbq6hc.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141532_450_zpsmnwbq6hc.jpg.html)
candidate 3 is these black locust billets.
they are bookmatched, i cut a bad end off of one, and the backs are sealed with different stuff, thats why they look different.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141736_458_zpsycwwofkh.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141736_458_zpsycwwofkh.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141804_246_zpsqjjjgpnm.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141804_246_zpsqjjjgpnm.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141456_947_zpsvzuuzubg.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141456_947_zpsvzuuzubg.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141443_168_zps4fmhj9fe.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141443_168_zps4fmhj9fe.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141708_880_zps3xvf6fht.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141708_880_zps3xvf6fht.jpg.html)
candidate #2 not bad rings, clean stave, not as much thickness on the belly for a handle, but thick enough. little bit of twist.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141613_690_zpscazfrwls.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141613_690_zpscazfrwls.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141651_142_zpsopjgzyab.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141651_142_zpsopjgzyab.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141532_450_zpsmnwbq6hc.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141532_450_zpsmnwbq6hc.jpg.html)
candidate 3 is these black locust billets.
they are bookmatched, i cut a bad end off of one, and the backs are sealed with different stuff, thats why they look different.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141736_458_zpsycwwofkh.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141736_458_zpsycwwofkh.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141804_246_zpsqjjjgpnm.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140118_141804_246_zpsqjjjgpnm.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
Cunruhshoot, Those combos are both really awesome, but the bloodwood.... wow!
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 18, 2014, 03:27:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 18, 2014, 03:27:00 PM
Boy some tough choices so far. Looking good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 03:49:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 03:49:00 PM
a friend just gave me this decades old slab of black walnut, looks like its got some curl to it. its pretty checked up, but if theres any good wood in there it might find its way onto a tip overlay, handle, or static recurve underlay.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140118_153712_889_zpsyeejf80q.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140118_153712_889_zpsyeejf80q.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140118_153701_381_zpsktd7pli2.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140118_153701_381_zpsktd7pli2.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140118_153712_889_zpsyeejf80q.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140118_153712_889_zpsyeejf80q.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140118_153701_381_zpsktd7pli2.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140118_153701_381_zpsktd7pli2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 04:28:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 04:28:00 PM
That's a nice piece of walnut. You might be able to fill the checks with colored epoxy and get more use from it. I've never done it, but it might look really cool.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 04:31:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 04:31:00 PM
I have a question. Would a piece of Khaya (African Mahogany) be strong enough for a riser?
It's a fairly hard piece.
Dave.
It's a fairly hard piece.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 18, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 18, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
I got some stuff going on, will see if it will work soon....
Might even take pics, but may not show em til I ship it... :goldtooth:
Might even take pics, but may not show em til I ship it... :goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 18, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 18, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
I tried Mahogany once Dave and it split in two. Don't know what kind mine was though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 18, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 18, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
Spliced veneers look awesome
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
Thanks Roy. Maybe I'll split it and glue in an I beam.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 18, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 18, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
I shall always be jealous of you selfbow guys. Those staves look nice. How hard is the black locust to work with. I have a piece from a carpenter friend of mine. I was first thinking of a self bow, but then cutting some lams for a few tri-lam bows may be a safer course.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 06:12:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 06:12:00 PM
I haven't done a black locust bow yet myself but i hear it can be finicky and prone to fret. Thats why its candidate #3. Id like to have one of something under my belt before i send it to someone else... So that leaves osage and hickory. I have some hickory staves to fall back on... But id really like to send ***** a yella stick.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on January 18, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on January 18, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Wow, some serious bow making going on.
Dave, those risers are stunning. I like the snub.
Cameron, I've never made any spliced veneers. Look great.
Eric, some nice rings on the stave. Should make a good bow.
Kenny, no pics?? That is not nice. :nono:
Dave, those risers are stunning. I like the snub.
Cameron, I've never made any spliced veneers. Look great.
Eric, some nice rings on the stave. Should make a good bow.
Kenny, no pics?? That is not nice. :nono:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 18, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 18, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Dave, mine split right off the bow, 1/4 inch stayed on the bow and the rest just split like it was hit with an axe.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
That's pretty scary Roy. If I decide to try it, I'll take precautions.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 18, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 18, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
David,I have the veneers glued up, just don't have em sliced to grind. Been busy tryin to get a new table saw hooked up. Got wire run, saw together, dust collection hooked up, just need to get my bud over here to properly hook the 220 up while I clean that nasty grease off the table, and I'll be back up and goin!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 18, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: D on January 18, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Dave, a buddy of mine used mahogany for a riser and it split just like Roy was saying. It seems to be pretty brittle.
Those spliced veneers are sweet!!!!
You selfbow guys always amaze me. I just can't see how you guys can make just sweet bows out of a piece of wood that looks like if you threw it it would come back to you..lol
Those spliced veneers are sweet!!!!
You selfbow guys always amaze me. I just can't see how you guys can make just sweet bows out of a piece of wood that looks like if you threw it it would come back to you..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 18, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
That's it then. Mahogany is out. Too bad, I have a good big board in my shop right now.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 18, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Wood carver just send that board to me and you wont have to worry about it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 18, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 18, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
If we all want to talk about what we want, then I guess I can be a bit less cryptic. I'd stated I'd take anything, and I will, but I tend to need a larger grip for the size of my hands. I can shoot anything, but I'm letting the builder pick the style since my draw is outsized. Only styles I know that easily accommodated that draw are kyudo, Asian horse bows, and my cable-backed board bow (of which I sorely need to build another, that thing shoots so beautifully.)
I've also never worried about aesthetics for myself-I really don't care if it's made of eleventy-four woods all arranged in a mosaic of a bald eagle being ridden by Abraham Lincoln, I care if it sticks out like a sore thumb in the woods and if I can pull it back to shoot it. Spray-painted PVC has served me very well in the past, and I do figure it will again in the future.
Speaking of, should I build a cable-backed bow, since I know them pretty well? My target has a high requested draw weight and I think it would be excellent insurance against sudden ERC death syndrome. Even with a hickory backing, since the cables will take some of the tension.
I've also never worried about aesthetics for myself-I really don't care if it's made of eleventy-four woods all arranged in a mosaic of a bald eagle being ridden by Abraham Lincoln, I care if it sticks out like a sore thumb in the woods and if I can pull it back to shoot it. Spray-painted PVC has served me very well in the past, and I do figure it will again in the future.
Speaking of, should I build a cable-backed bow, since I know them pretty well? My target has a high requested draw weight and I think it would be excellent insurance against sudden ERC death syndrome. Even with a hickory backing, since the cables will take some of the tension.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 19, 2014, 01:08:00 AM
Post by: scars on January 19, 2014, 01:08:00 AM
You know back when I was a kid we didn't have the internet. Heck ,I remember having just 2 TV channels. But the one thing we did have was Christmas catalogs. As a first timer in the TG bow swap, it feels like I'm back in the 60's thumbing through topics like they are Christmas catalogs gleening info on my prospective archer. I remember putting a lot of gift wrapped boxes inside one after another so they could not figure out what their gift was under the tree.
Yah, I know I took a lot of words to just say "I think I know what he would like."
I will start a bowyers log, blog for short on Sunday. Come by and give me some support, advise, tips words of wisdom and encouragement.
Thanks,
Joe
Yah, I know I took a lot of words to just say "I think I know what he would like."
I will start a bowyers log, blog for short on Sunday. Come by and give me some support, advise, tips words of wisdom and encouragement.
Thanks,
Joe
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 19, 2014, 03:13:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 19, 2014, 03:13:00 AM
awesome veneers and some great staves. some brilliant bows gonna come out of that lot!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 19, 2014, 05:49:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on January 19, 2014, 05:49:00 AM
I have not seen too many yew bows, or at least it seems that way, i could be mistaken.
The chunk of yew that is on the bench now comes from an Oregon bowyer in the late 30's. The wood was cut around that time and spent nearly 60 yrs in a barn before it was given to me. One thick rough cut board, 3 x 12 x 5ft...a couple of slats should be doable...
I am thinking classic profile, bamboo backed, left or right handed...maybe horn nocks...
The chunk of yew that is on the bench now comes from an Oregon bowyer in the late 30's. The wood was cut around that time and spent nearly 60 yrs in a barn before it was given to me. One thick rough cut board, 3 x 12 x 5ft...a couple of slats should be doable...
I am thinking classic profile, bamboo backed, left or right handed...maybe horn nocks...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 19, 2014, 06:26:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 19, 2014, 06:26:00 AM
Kevin, 40# RH please:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 19, 2014, 09:11:00 AM
Post by: D on January 19, 2014, 09:11:00 AM
Kevin forget Roy hes a big meanie.....i shoot 50-60 # rh Lolol. But seriously that sounds awesome. Lets see pics
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 19, 2014, 09:42:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on January 19, 2014, 09:42:00 AM
Kenny, what'd you get for a new tablesaw? And some pics? Could use a little tool porn to go with all these veneers....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 19, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 19, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Eric, you'll have to come up here and get it. It'll cost too much to mail. It's 8 feet long, 18 inches wide and 1 1/4 inches thick. I bought it along with a 20 inch board for a couple of taxidermy bases I'm building.
I warming up the freezer so I can go do some work on my plan A and B bows right now.
Kenny, you can't just tell us you bought a new saw and not show us. It's just not right. :(
Dave.
I warming up the freezer so I can go do some work on my plan A and B bows right now.
Kenny, you can't just tell us you bought a new saw and not show us. It's just not right. :(
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 19, 2014, 10:34:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 19, 2014, 10:34:00 AM
He got this saw.. Kenny and I are tight:)
http://www.grizzly.com/products/10-3-HP-220V-Cabinet-Left-Tilting-Table-Saw/G1023RL
http://www.grizzly.com/products/10-3-HP-220V-Cabinet-Left-Tilting-Table-Saw/G1023RL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 19, 2014, 11:53:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on January 19, 2014, 11:53:00 AM
yep, you two sure fight like brothers
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 19, 2014, 12:57:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 19, 2014, 12:57:00 PM
Nah, we just like to spar ah little, all in jest:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 19, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 19, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
This is the one Roy, you been lookin at Grizzly's stuff too much and are disconcerted a bit... :D
http://www.grizzly.com/products/10-3-HP-220V-Cabinet-Left-Tilting-Table-Saw/G1023RL
I got no router table on mine....
http://www.grizzly.com/products/10-3-HP-220V-Cabinet-Left-Tilting-Table-Saw/G1023RL
I got no router table on mine....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on January 19, 2014, 01:28:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on January 19, 2014, 01:28:00 PM
I saw it in person. And it is sweet!! What I like about it is that it should keep the dust and chips at a minimum. Kenny, what size blade does it take?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 19, 2014, 02:04:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 19, 2014, 02:04:00 PM
Its a 10", still waitin on my bud to show up to wire for it. I aint no electrician!! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 19, 2014, 04:09:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 19, 2014, 04:09:00 PM
Nice saw Kenny. You gotta love Grizzly tools.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 19, 2014, 07:53:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 19, 2014, 07:53:00 PM
Yeah, you prob'ly are tight, Roy! But I don't think Kenny dranks that much! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 19, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: D on January 19, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Damn that's a nice saw. I've seen sort of like that in person (not for sure if it the exact one) and it was really nice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 20, 2014, 12:41:00 AM
Post by: scars on January 20, 2014, 12:41:00 AM
That's a good saw choice Kenny. Never understood why anyone would get a right tilt saw with the fence on the right side. Can't even use a push stick in close quarters.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 20, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on January 20, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
First and second gotcha...
The yew chunk looked awesome, but its what is inside that will make ya cry....
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/a6e28813-ffcd-4718-bf67-5041f9129487_zps2be04aed.jpg)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/b9b5f52c-5b36-4858-813b-1eb265d1fe83_zps1d16fd08.jpg)
The yew chunk looked awesome, but its what is inside that will make ya cry....
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/a6e28813-ffcd-4718-bf67-5041f9129487_zps2be04aed.jpg)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/b9b5f52c-5b36-4858-813b-1eb265d1fe83_zps1d16fd08.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 20, 2014, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on January 20, 2014, 08:36:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by kennym:That's a nice little saw I guess.... You sure 3hp will cut it?
This is the one Roy, you been lookin at Grizzly's stuff too much and are disconcerted a bit... :D
http://www.grizzly.com/products/10-3-HP-220V-Cabinet-Left-Tilting-Table-Saw/G1023RL
I got no router table on mine....
:biglaugh: :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
Look again ole boy, I posted that one too:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 20, 2014, 10:55:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on January 20, 2014, 10:55:00 AM
sorry Kevin,
pity how yew will do that so often- better than getting half way through tiller, and discovering "yews little secrets"!
pity how yew will do that so often- better than getting half way through tiller, and discovering "yews little secrets"!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 12:16:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 12:16:00 PM
Damn Kevin, that sucks. Sorry Dude
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 20, 2014, 12:43:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 20, 2014, 12:43:00 PM
Kevin,
Can you cut and z splice 2 good pieces together?
Just a thought,
Kelly
Can you cut and z splice 2 good pieces together?
Just a thought,
Kelly
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 20, 2014, 04:10:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 20, 2014, 04:10:00 PM
Have you ever started on a bow and a name for it just pops out for it? We'll meet "Ugly"... If it's true what they say about ugly bows this one should try harder and really put out the arrows...wait- is that right- any way I'll see what I end up with. Here it is so far- shedua/leopard wood riser with brown glass and green action wood and boo core.
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/723d7a97f1c022d481aeb3539b4e677e_zps5f99f568.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/a5859767ad480eca2d1956520625bd71_zps97abbaea.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/040653553cc3644dd8cef008c7cfb28a_zps6eba7b8f.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/4f58fe0933d3677480bb73a5c96d7f21_zpsebde82c1.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/723d7a97f1c022d481aeb3539b4e677e_zps5f99f568.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/a5859767ad480eca2d1956520625bd71_zps97abbaea.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/040653553cc3644dd8cef008c7cfb28a_zps6eba7b8f.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/4f58fe0933d3677480bb73a5c96d7f21_zpsebde82c1.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on January 20, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
Post by: Kiwi craig on January 20, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
I can't put it off any longer
It's been way to long
But it's real scary in there
Before I start anything new
I'm going to have to clean the workshop
All right I'm going in
I may be some time
It's been way to long
But it's real scary in there
Before I start anything new
I'm going to have to clean the workshop
All right I'm going in
I may be some time
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on January 20, 2014, 05:16:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on January 20, 2014, 05:16:00 PM
Trux, I don't see anything ugly about it. Looks pretty sweet to me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
OK, here is what I got so far, the riser isn't suiting me, was going with a maple/walnut theme so it would be an All - American bow.
Curly maple strip up limb(sposed to stay on the limb when done??) Curly maple I-beam in riser. Phenolic in both for a black racin stripe...
Just not liking the riser, the rest is OK I guess......
Homemade maple/walnut actionwood made with .003 tapers,thick end of maple to bow center for strength, thick end of walnut to tips for light weight(yet another diabolical plan) and better performance. :D
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0305_zpsa683355b.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0305_zpsa683355b.jpg.html)
Curly maple strip up limb(sposed to stay on the limb when done??) Curly maple I-beam in riser. Phenolic in both for a black racin stripe...
Just not liking the riser, the rest is OK I guess......
Homemade maple/walnut actionwood made with .003 tapers,thick end of maple to bow center for strength, thick end of walnut to tips for light weight(yet another diabolical plan) and better performance. :D
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0305_zpsa683355b.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0305_zpsa683355b.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 20, 2014, 05:49:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 20, 2014, 05:49:00 PM
Kenny that is going to be a work of art for sure.
Trux I agree with Dan.
GOOD LUCK KIWI CRAIG!
Trux I agree with Dan.
GOOD LUCK KIWI CRAIG!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 20, 2014, 05:51:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 20, 2014, 05:51:00 PM
damn trux, i can't even photoshop my glue lines that good. nuttin ugly there.
kenny, love them lams. i ain't got the patience to work that elaborately.
kenny, love them lams. i ain't got the patience to work that elaborately.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 20, 2014, 06:18:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 20, 2014, 06:18:00 PM
Trux, looks awesome to me and those riser fades are friggin perfect!!!!
Kenny, those limbs are gonna be sweeet!!!!
Kenny, those limbs are gonna be sweeet!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 20, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 20, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by timbermoose:I 100 percent agree...looks like both of those are going to be stunners :thumbsup:
damn trux, i can't even photoshop my glue lines that good. nuttin ugly there.
kenny, love them lams. i ain't got the patience to work that elaborately.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 20, 2014, 06:39:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 20, 2014, 06:39:00 PM
sweet looking stuff coming together
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 20, 2014, 06:42:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 20, 2014, 06:42:00 PM
Kiwi ???
Hey, has anybody seen Kiwi ?
Hey, has anybody seen Kiwi ?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 20, 2014, 07:13:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 20, 2014, 07:13:00 PM
Nice Kenny- your going to like that riser with the curly maple I beam once you cut into it. After I took off the blue tape my bow got a little more appealing to me- now to get a shooter out of it and hit weight. Put some oil on the riser and limbs to get a feel for how it will look with finish-
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/8462ea45fbe3508267654756e81164ef_zps2755e336.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/8462ea45fbe3508267654756e81164ef_zps2755e336.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on January 20, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on January 20, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
A little lipstick always works wonders Trux!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 20, 2014, 07:39:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 20, 2014, 07:39:00 PM
dang trux, nothing like milkin out the first week of the swap to finish, ya slacker!
Dr. Evil KennyM up to it again, lookin good Kenny.
I've got a couple to finish first then onto the swap bow. Got it narrowed to a take down and just running woods through my thick skull.
Dr. Evil KennyM up to it again, lookin good Kenny.
I've got a couple to finish first then onto the swap bow. Got it narrowed to a take down and just running woods through my thick skull.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 20, 2014, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 20, 2014, 07:51:00 PM
Kevin, I feel the pain.
Trux, (closes door to office, leans close to monitor and says,,,) I wish my wife was that ugly.
Kenny, there ain't words to describe the pain my jaw felt when it hit the floor.
Trux, (closes door to office, leans close to monitor and says,,,) I wish my wife was that ugly.
Kenny, there ain't words to describe the pain my jaw felt when it hit the floor.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on January 20, 2014, 07:53:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on January 20, 2014, 07:53:00 PM
Started on my trade bow this evening, got about a third of the back ring chased. Not sure yet what style. We'll see what she wants to be when I get the back done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 20, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 20, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Yeah, Trux is just fishing for compliments! So I won't comment on his gorgeous bow.
Kenny, I definitely like the way your sense of taste shows up!
Craig, tie a rope around your waist and attach it to the door. Maybe you'll find your way back to us.
Kenny, I definitely like the way your sense of taste shows up!
Craig, tie a rope around your waist and attach it to the door. Maybe you'll find your way back to us.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
David, it is gonna be a sweetie!! I kinda like how you do the belly glass at layup, might simplify things somewhat!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 20, 2014, 09:49:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 20, 2014, 09:49:00 PM
Yea Kenny I'll do them without the flat spot if I'm going to make a low wrist grip- probably could do that with all of them. Red I'll still name it "ugly- lol... Now I do have some cow horn or black water buffalo I can use on the tips... What do you all think??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Not sure if this bow is for the swap or not, but it could be. I have 5 months to decide:) Just removed the rind off the boo here. I hate that job, too meticulous for me:)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4q8XbY3lK7w
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap3.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap3.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap2.png.html)
Tri lam, Osage belly, walnut core, backed wif boo. Cow horn tip over lays. It's pushing 50 pounds, recipient wants maybe 55. Not sure if I should send a bow 5 pounds under. Once the stain is on her, the boo will really jump out. Sanded the boo with 320 paper, rubbed it with denatured alcohol to get it wet, looking for scratches. But ya never find them all till the stain is on, then it's sand again time:)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4q8XbY3lK7w
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap3.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap3.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap2.png.html)
Tri lam, Osage belly, walnut core, backed wif boo. Cow horn tip over lays. It's pushing 50 pounds, recipient wants maybe 55. Not sure if I should send a bow 5 pounds under. Once the stain is on her, the boo will really jump out. Sanded the boo with 320 paper, rubbed it with denatured alcohol to get it wet, looking for scratches. But ya never find them all till the stain is on, then it's sand again time:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 20, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 20, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Chased rings on both osage staves today. Got a coat of tru oil on each as a sealer. Ill get the layout drawn up on each tomorrow... And start up on whichever one i like best. Hopefully my new bandsaw blades will be here tomorrow an i can get em roughed out. Theyre both readin about 13% mc so ill let them sit a while once roughed out... And ill go ahead and finish up my own bow :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Hey Roy, glass don't have rind.... just sayin... :saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 09:59:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 09:59:00 PM
But that bow sure has some sweet curves to it....
And there is a speck of dust on that lil belt sander in the corner......
And there is a speck of dust on that lil belt sander in the corner......
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on January 20, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on January 20, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Very nice as always roybert.
Kenny! That action wood insanity is great! Reminds me of teak/holly marine ply. Very cool.
Kenny! That action wood insanity is great! Reminds me of teak/holly marine ply. Very cool.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 20, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 20, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
I can live with 50 Roy! :D Maybe throw a bit of dark stain on the back. :thumbsup:
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Dear Sister McKenzie, ya need to get some dust on that new table saw son, and quit fretten over a bit O dust:) That little sander is what does the finishing touches on the riser and tip over lays, so leave her alone, BOY:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 20, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 20, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Roy its ok. Im perfectly happy with 50#. Go ahead and send that puppy to me!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
Yup Cory, I love a darker stain on Boo. This bow is heading west by the way.. Just sayen:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 20, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Dear Ol Roy, the tablesaw looks nuthin like the one on the website, all kinds of dust on her already. You've gone bonkers son... :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 20, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 20, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
Ouch, thats gonna make alot of guys wonder, theres a lot west PA. :saywhat:
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 20, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on January 20, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
Kellyg, Fujimo...
Not sure what can be done, the one knot runs just under the surface at a 45deg all the way from one side to the other..and the other chunk just had a huge punky spot hidden inside..its a total loss..
Fujimo, you have any yew can send my way..?
Not sure what can be done, the one knot runs just under the surface at a 45deg all the way from one side to the other..and the other chunk just had a huge punky spot hidden inside..its a total loss..
Fujimo, you have any yew can send my way..?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 20, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
Well ok, it's heading to the mid west. Does that help out? :) Hope ************** likes it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 20, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 20, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Roy whats that notepad on ur table say? Corn? In your old age ya need a grocery list to remember one thing? Or does that say Cory ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 20, 2014, 11:30:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 20, 2014, 11:30:00 PM
Roy - the mid west is not far enough...think west coast...central valley California to be more specific. :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 21, 2014, 06:11:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 21, 2014, 06:11:00 AM
It could be Cory, can't tell from here:) It could make it to the coast too, Cunruh:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 21, 2014, 07:36:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 21, 2014, 07:36:00 AM
David I like your idea on the belly ramps. Kenny and ol Roy looking good. Or ok I guess
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 21, 2014, 09:47:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on January 21, 2014, 09:47:00 AM
Roy your bow is looking good usual.
Kevin is the bad spots on the same boards or different one. If it is different boards you should be able to cut the boards before the bad spots as z splice the handles to get a bow out of the pieces but I can't tell from you pics if how long the boards are.
Kevin is the bad spots on the same boards or different one. If it is different boards you should be able to cut the boards before the bad spots as z splice the handles to get a bow out of the pieces but I can't tell from you pics if how long the boards are.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 21, 2014, 10:34:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 21, 2014, 10:34:00 AM
Kenny, sure hope ya got my name.. Those lams are awesome ole boy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 21, 2014, 11:28:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on January 21, 2014, 11:28:00 AM
Dang, take a little time off and there's all sorts of porn here.
I love the idea of reversing tapers for strength and light weight Kenny.... I can't wait for that bow to show up here.
So my wife had forbidden me from entering another swap again. But as I'm polishing out the final coat of wax on a couple of longbows, she's gotten into what I should make my recipient. I'm thinking reverse handle hill, but she thinks they look too weird and says I should aim for something that looks more classic. I explained what I wanted to do with the walnut and how I wanted to dress up the riser this time, she seemed to like that idea. She wants to know when I'm going to get started. I said I have some kid bows to make first, and she seemed kind of disappointed!
:archer:
I love the idea of reversing tapers for strength and light weight Kenny.... I can't wait for that bow to show up here.
So my wife had forbidden me from entering another swap again. But as I'm polishing out the final coat of wax on a couple of longbows, she's gotten into what I should make my recipient. I'm thinking reverse handle hill, but she thinks they look too weird and says I should aim for something that looks more classic. I explained what I wanted to do with the walnut and how I wanted to dress up the riser this time, she seemed to like that idea. She wants to know when I'm going to get started. I said I have some kid bows to make first, and she seemed kind of disappointed!
:archer:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 21, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on January 21, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
how cool are those lams gonna look from the side.. as the profile starts to taper towards the tips! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 21, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on January 21, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
holy smokes "cantelope boy" you getting her well trained- wanna give us some pointers.
my good wife never harasses me about bows or hunting etc- but she certinally doesnt get involved- good on ya :thumbsup: shes a keeper!!!
my good wife never harasses me about bows or hunting etc- but she certinally doesnt get involved- good on ya :thumbsup: shes a keeper!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 12:44:00 PM
I get married Saturday but so far the years ive spent with her she couldn't care less one way or the other. I imagine that will change after saturday when she gets hired on full time...lololol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 12:46:00 PM
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 12:46:00 PM
I get married Saturday but so far the years ive spent with her she couldn't care less one way or the other. I imagine that will change after saturday when she gets hired on full time...lololol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 21, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 21, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140121_145943_100_zpsylz5gohl.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140121_145943_100_zpsylz5gohl.jpg.html)
got my layouts drawn up on stave 1 and 2. i like em both the same so im gonna go ahead and rough em both out and see if theres any surprises on the belly side. both have a touch of snaky and just enough pin knots to give them character without making the bow to tricky to build.
got my layouts drawn up on stave 1 and 2. i like em both the same so im gonna go ahead and rough em both out and see if theres any surprises on the belly side. both have a touch of snaky and just enough pin knots to give them character without making the bow to tricky to build.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 21, 2014, 03:44:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 21, 2014, 03:44:00 PM
Eric - I am so amazed as i look at those two pieces of wood and think that you will shape them in to a working bow. Looking forward to seeing those take shape.
Cameron
Cameron
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 21, 2014, 03:55:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 21, 2014, 03:55:00 PM
Congrats D
Eric that one on the right has some thick rings for sure.
Should make a nice bow with just a bit of character.
Eric that one on the right has some thick rings for sure.
Should make a nice bow with just a bit of character.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 21, 2014, 04:25:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 21, 2014, 04:25:00 PM
Thanks Cameron. Always is fun. Its neat to watch it happen even when you're doing it.. Kelly the rings thin out a bit at the other end of the stave but there still not bad. The other stave has the thinnest rings ive worked but still not what youd call "thin". Different sides of the same tree by the way. Another stave from that same log i worked down real deep to the real thick rings... But i also got into alot of thorns and knots. Its at floor tiller now with a half dozen through and through holes. Gonna be neat if it works out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 21, 2014, 04:26:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 21, 2014, 04:26:00 PM
Double post
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 21, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 21, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
congrats D hope you have a long and happy married life.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on January 21, 2014, 06:05:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on January 21, 2014, 06:05:00 PM
Congrats D.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 21, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 21, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
Riser is shaped, limbs are blanked out and tip overlays are curing as I write this. Should be shooting tomorrow.....if I don't have to work late. Still need to drop a few pounds, but I'd always rather come in too heavy than too light. I'm making quite a few changes on this build compared to my usual. I hope my recipient likes it......should turn out to be a good performer.
Congrats and good luck D!
Congrats and good luck D!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 21, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 21, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
Congrats D!! Now ya gotta start bein nice to her all the time!! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 21, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 21, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
Congrats, D!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 21, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on January 21, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
good job Mrs D!!!!
bow shootin' maniacs are hard to come by, so just look after him, and even if you have to get an extra job, you do what you gotta do to keep that boy in fine bow spirits. :thumbsup:
bow shootin' maniacs are hard to come by, so just look after him, and even if you have to get an extra job, you do what you gotta do to keep that boy in fine bow spirits. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on January 21, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on January 21, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
Hey Roy, last time I checked Colorado was west!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 21, 2014, 08:57:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 21, 2014, 08:57:00 PM
Congrats D....
OK red:)
OK red:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
I really appreciate the good wishes everybody. It means a lot. Thank you.
But back to the more important stuff. Some really great looking bows taking shape
But back to the more important stuff. Some really great looking bows taking shape
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 21, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 21, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Mummified with raw hide
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0083_zpsfb4bdb59.jpg)
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0083_zpsfb4bdb59.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 21, 2014, 11:16:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 21, 2014, 11:16:00 PM
Still undecided about what type of bow or wood combo to choose for my glass bow...
So lets leave it up to you guys...
1.) Reflex/Deflex 64 inch bow
2.) Hill straight limb bow
Which to choose???? Everyone chime in and I will pole it for the next day... Thanks
So lets leave it up to you guys...
1.) Reflex/Deflex 64 inch bow
2.) Hill straight limb bow
Which to choose???? Everyone chime in and I will pole it for the next day... Thanks
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on January 21, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on January 21, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
I vote for the hill.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
Post by: D on January 21, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
I vote R/D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 21, 2014, 11:44:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 21, 2014, 11:44:00 PM
Hill
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 22, 2014, 12:38:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 22, 2014, 12:38:00 AM
64" is a little longer than I need in a D/R, so I vote Hill.
BTW, great looking bows everyone! I'd be happy to receive any of them! I've got a few ideas forming, so I might just have to get the wood in front of me to decide.
BTW, great looking bows everyone! I'd be happy to receive any of them! I've got a few ideas forming, so I might just have to get the wood in front of me to decide.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 22, 2014, 12:52:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on January 22, 2014, 12:52:00 AM
Hill is my vote....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 22, 2014, 01:12:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 22, 2014, 01:12:00 AM
I can go all the way down to58 inch r/d if need be
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 22, 2014, 01:26:00 AM
Post by: scars on January 22, 2014, 01:26:00 AM
Congrats to you D.
I lived with mine 15 years before we got married. During that time she use to say " A ring does not make a relationship." Welllll 2 months after we took the plunge. I lost my ring, boy did I find out IT MATTERS!!! Start mentioning the little thing you like about her more often instead of just assuming she knows, it helps.
Eric, I like thin ring yeller wood. Just letting you know just incase.
Ranger you been taking backing lessons from that soda pop PA tri lamer :laughing: Of coarse I do live west and central coast, from him.
Bow, I choose the hill I just love the way they bend.
I lived with mine 15 years before we got married. During that time she use to say " A ring does not make a relationship." Welllll 2 months after we took the plunge. I lost my ring, boy did I find out IT MATTERS!!! Start mentioning the little thing you like about her more often instead of just assuming she knows, it helps.
Eric, I like thin ring yeller wood. Just letting you know just incase.
Ranger you been taking backing lessons from that soda pop PA tri lamer :laughing: Of coarse I do live west and central coast, from him.
Bow, I choose the hill I just love the way they bend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 22, 2014, 03:37:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 22, 2014, 03:37:00 AM
I go either way.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on January 22, 2014, 03:49:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on January 22, 2014, 03:49:00 AM
re: bowhntineverythingnh03743
oh thanks hill please :D lol
oh thanks hill please :D lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 22, 2014, 06:19:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 22, 2014, 06:19:00 AM
58 R/D would be my vote
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 06:35:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 06:35:00 AM
Bob, LMAO.
RD style.
RD style.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 22, 2014, 08:28:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 22, 2014, 08:28:00 AM
Skins or paint on raw hide? Your opinions
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 22, 2014, 08:56:00 AM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 22, 2014, 08:56:00 AM
The shorter R/D would be nice... Don't have a hill either
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 22, 2014, 09:35:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on January 22, 2014, 09:35:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by fujimo:This is not normal behavior. Training has nothing to do with it, and would be futile I'm guessing. In fact, I'm thinking she was drinking at the time....
holy smokes "cantelope boy" you getting her well trained- wanna give us some pointers.
my good wife never harasses me about bows or hunting etc- but she certinally doesnt get involved- good on ya :thumbsup: shes a keeper!!!
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 11:38:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 11:38:00 AM
I have my wife trained:)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7444.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7444.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7444.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7444.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 22, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 22, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
A short R/D if it were for me. :D
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 22, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 22, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Hill
and Roy.... That's Beautimama, that patron saint of patience and all that is good in the world of men. How the heck she ended up with you is a mystery to us all :laughing:
and Roy.... That's Beautimama, that patron saint of patience and all that is good in the world of men. How the heck she ended up with you is a mystery to us all :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 22, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Post by: D on January 22, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Well said goobersan.....well said lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 22, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 22, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Yeah Roy but I know your good wife is actually lining up a photo of you with that bow. :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 22, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 22, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
R/D :archer:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
All of the above:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 22, 2014, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 22, 2014, 07:05:00 PM
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/041_zpse554ce46.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/041_zpse554ce46.jpg.html)
Well, looks like I got a shooter. I hope my recipient approves. I'm not diggin the white phenolic on the limb butts as much as I thought I would, but I wanted to make it pop a little. Hopefully it will warm up a bit so I can shoot it a bit more this week, but in the meantime, I have a lot of sanding to do. (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/042_zpsa6f32fa0.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/042_zpsa6f32fa0.jpg.html) (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/043_zpse484ca03.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/043_zpse484ca03.jpg.html) (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/048_zpse4af2068.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/048_zpse4af2068.jpg.html) (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/047_zpsb49edc4c.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/047_zpsb49edc4c.jpg.html)
Well, looks like I got a shooter. I hope my recipient approves. I'm not diggin the white phenolic on the limb butts as much as I thought I would, but I wanted to make it pop a little. Hopefully it will warm up a bit so I can shoot it a bit more this week, but in the meantime, I have a lot of sanding to do. (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/042_zpsa6f32fa0.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/042_zpsa6f32fa0.jpg.html) (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/043_zpse484ca03.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/043_zpse484ca03.jpg.html) (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/048_zpse4af2068.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/048_zpse4af2068.jpg.html) (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/047_zpsb49edc4c.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/047_zpsb49edc4c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 22, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 22, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
Nice ! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 22, 2014, 07:31:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 22, 2014, 07:31:00 PM
nice TD. what is the red in the riser?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 22, 2014, 07:40:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 22, 2014, 07:40:00 PM
Red phenolic trimmed in white coretuff.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 22, 2014, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 22, 2014, 07:45:00 PM
Nice!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 22, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 22, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
:notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 22, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 22, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Nice job Dave!! Like the riser shape!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on January 22, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on January 22, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Nice lookin' bow Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on January 22, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Post by: macbow on January 22, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Looking good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 22, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 22, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Might have gotten somewhere maybe a little figured walnut.
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140122_194901_680_zpsc0dc5bf5.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140122_194901_680_zpsc0dc5bf5.jpg.html)
Cory
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140122_194901_680_zpsc0dc5bf5.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140122_194901_680_zpsc0dc5bf5.jpg.html)
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 22, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 22, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Those are sweet!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 22, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 22, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Nice bow Dave! Cory those limbs are awesome!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 22, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 22, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Justin, I vote for a Hill style.
Nice looking bow, Dave!
Nice looking bow, Dave!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Very nice Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on January 22, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on January 22, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Justin, I vote Hill style as well. Great looking bow Dave! I love that walnut Cory!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 22, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 22, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Thanks for the kind words guys!
Cory, that figured walnut looks awesome. Hopefully those limbs will finish up at around #55@30" and be headin my way!
Cory, that figured walnut looks awesome. Hopefully those limbs will finish up at around #55@30" and be headin my way!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on January 22, 2014, 09:48:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on January 22, 2014, 09:48:00 PM
I agree, nice looking bow Dave and pretty walnut Cory.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: eagleone on January 22, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: eagleone on January 22, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
That walnut is sharp!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 22, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 22, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
That walnut is cool, Cory!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 12:06:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 12:06:00 AM
Never been a real big fan of take down longbows but that one sure tickles my fancy and I for one like the white phenolic. Very nice all round!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 23, 2014, 12:29:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on January 23, 2014, 12:29:00 AM
The amount of work accomplished so far is just short crazy...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 23, 2014, 12:47:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 23, 2014, 12:47:00 AM
Great job Dave - nice looking bow and you don't mess around you get right at it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 23, 2014, 01:03:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 23, 2014, 01:03:00 AM
I am in the final stages of the building the dark red stained veneers that I posted earlier. I did a test and built a 56" R/D off of my 58" form. It came out about 5 lbs. over what my recipient desired so this one may need to find a new home or it may just live here. It is at 60# right now at 28. I was actually leaning towards using my spiced veneers for the bow swap anyway. This short bow really zings an arrow!
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/9e8bf81935ed67395683180d2f722a9d.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/c358ef105e884719650d48b8a714ceba.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/9d6de1c31c86986067e504f846278619.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/9e8bf81935ed67395683180d2f722a9d.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/c358ef105e884719650d48b8a714ceba.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/9d6de1c31c86986067e504f846278619.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 02:57:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 02:57:00 AM
that walnut is something else!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 02:59:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 02:59:00 AM
Nice D/R by the way
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on January 23, 2014, 03:43:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on January 23, 2014, 03:43:00 AM
Seems to be the first one ready- I haven`t come over making up my mind what to build so far...
Nice bow I like the colour very much!
Nice bow I like the colour very much!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 23, 2014, 06:16:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 23, 2014, 06:16:00 AM
Very nice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 10:42:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 10:42:00 AM
Man everyone is really taking off this year. I've got a couple in the works right now, but not yet picture worthy.
One is a 64" hickory bow with a little character and about 2.5" of reflex, tad of deflex. Don't know if it will make target weight or survive. It's only 1.5" wide with an 8" stiff handle, but I heat tempered the belly hoping that would prevent compression fracture.
Another is an all heartwood yew bow from belly splits off of a billet set another TGer was generous to send me. Back rings are pretty violated, and I still have alot of twist to deal with, but that may become a sinew backed bow, or a bamboo backed bow. Also 1.5" wide, and currently 69" total length. Any idea how long for a 28" draw? I'm debating if the bow wants to be a sinew backed recurve or maybe a hickory backed ELB replica ...
Third possibility is a tri-lam R/D bow with forward handle, which would be 66" total length, probably hickory back (possibly bamboo), maple core, ipe belly. I need to make a few of these for various friends/trades so maybe I'll crank out another for the swap.
Tough decisions. I think I'll just make a few and shoot them to see which turns out best.
One is a 64" hickory bow with a little character and about 2.5" of reflex, tad of deflex. Don't know if it will make target weight or survive. It's only 1.5" wide with an 8" stiff handle, but I heat tempered the belly hoping that would prevent compression fracture.
Another is an all heartwood yew bow from belly splits off of a billet set another TGer was generous to send me. Back rings are pretty violated, and I still have alot of twist to deal with, but that may become a sinew backed bow, or a bamboo backed bow. Also 1.5" wide, and currently 69" total length. Any idea how long for a 28" draw? I'm debating if the bow wants to be a sinew backed recurve or maybe a hickory backed ELB replica ...
Third possibility is a tri-lam R/D bow with forward handle, which would be 66" total length, probably hickory back (possibly bamboo), maple core, ipe belly. I need to make a few of these for various friends/trades so maybe I'll crank out another for the swap.
Tough decisions. I think I'll just make a few and shoot them to see which turns out best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 23, 2014, 12:34:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 23, 2014, 12:34:00 PM
Got a dilemma here, I have a set of ERC and hickory for backing that I originally planned to use for my swap bow, but I drew someone with a requested weight of 50-60 pounds. Not sure I trust ERC that far, should I go with a hickory selfbow instead? I have done one of those in the past that turned out well (toasted belly, nice tip overlays and thread binding for pretties) but I think rawhide-backed hickory would work better. Any thoughts?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 23, 2014, 01:37:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 23, 2014, 01:37:00 PM
Walnut looks good bud!!
Cameron you could back trap that bow and get it to 55 really easy. Or Just go ahead and send it to me. I can handle 60 just fine. Looks great
Cameron you could back trap that bow and get it to 55 really easy. Or Just go ahead and send it to me. I can handle 60 just fine. Looks great
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 01:46:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 01:46:00 PM
Ed,
Hickory won't NEED a backing as long as the grain is straight, but I don't rawhide can hurt, thats for sure.
My thought on ERC are this:
It is a light wood, so it needs to be wider than any hardwood. To be safe for a 50# bow, I'd say 2" wide minimum (2.375" wide for 60#), from fades to midlimb or 2/3 of limb, then taper to 1/2" nocks, and 66"-68" long, with a 4" stiff handle, 2" fades. Thats for a 28" draw. Add 2" for each inch of draw past that.
I'll also warn you that even at 2" wide, it's not overbuilt and you'll need to tiller well. If you want to be safer go 2.25-2.5" wide.
ERC is light weight so even at that width it's not going to be a really heavy limb or anything.
ERC can also handle some fairly extreme abuses like heavy sinew backing and short recurve designs, but they also must be fairly wide, and really take alot of care and a bit of experience. I would not recommend something like that until you've got a few more under your belt.
On the plus side with ERC it works realy easily with a scraper and hand tools so hopefully it won't bother your joints too much ... I know mine appreciate the easy work!
Hickory .... I love hickory, I think you can;t go wrong there. 50-60# shouldn;t be a problem with hickory either. I'd probably go 1.75" wide for 50 and maybe 2" wide for 60# at 66" long also for a 28" draw .. same deal as before.
Hickory won't NEED a backing as long as the grain is straight, but I don't rawhide can hurt, thats for sure.
My thought on ERC are this:
It is a light wood, so it needs to be wider than any hardwood. To be safe for a 50# bow, I'd say 2" wide minimum (2.375" wide for 60#), from fades to midlimb or 2/3 of limb, then taper to 1/2" nocks, and 66"-68" long, with a 4" stiff handle, 2" fades. Thats for a 28" draw. Add 2" for each inch of draw past that.
I'll also warn you that even at 2" wide, it's not overbuilt and you'll need to tiller well. If you want to be safer go 2.25-2.5" wide.
ERC is light weight so even at that width it's not going to be a really heavy limb or anything.
ERC can also handle some fairly extreme abuses like heavy sinew backing and short recurve designs, but they also must be fairly wide, and really take alot of care and a bit of experience. I would not recommend something like that until you've got a few more under your belt.
On the plus side with ERC it works realy easily with a scraper and hand tools so hopefully it won't bother your joints too much ... I know mine appreciate the easy work!
Hickory .... I love hickory, I think you can;t go wrong there. 50-60# shouldn;t be a problem with hickory either. I'd probably go 1.75" wide for 50 and maybe 2" wide for 60# at 66" long also for a 28" draw .. same deal as before.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 23, 2014, 02:48:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 23, 2014, 02:48:00 PM
halfseminole build that ERC so i can watch even if it don't pan out :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 23, 2014, 03:37:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 23, 2014, 03:37:00 PM
Came up with a game plan for the spalted myrtle and koa Lams. Going with this piece of walnut and myrtle with black and red glass
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/05788473-F3B0-4C19-8FC3-E9B67EB62C13_zpsjntpk2zq.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/05788473-F3B0-4C19-8FC3-E9B67EB62C13_zpsjntpk2zq.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/05788473-F3B0-4C19-8FC3-E9B67EB62C13_zpsjntpk2zq.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/05788473-F3B0-4C19-8FC3-E9B67EB62C13_zpsjntpk2zq.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on January 23, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on January 23, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Shawn, gonna look good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 23, 2014, 05:12:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 23, 2014, 05:12:00 PM
Wow that 56"er is nice looking- I'd trap it and drop those 5 pounds.
That's going to be a good looking riser Shawn!
That's going to be a good looking riser Shawn!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
I second what Dave said. Trap that bad boy! thats a killer bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 23, 2014, 07:46:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 23, 2014, 07:46:00 PM
agreed that 56'er is nice. hell i'd live with a few pounds heavier bow. will need new arrows anyhow, right.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 23, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 23, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
I agree in regards to your bow, Cameron! I'd work out a little and build up to handle the extra weight... If I wasn't so old and decrepit with so many aches and pains. LOL! Very pretty bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 23, 2014, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on January 23, 2014, 08:15:00 PM
learning question for me...
will trapping the back drop enough weight??
will trapping the back drop enough weight??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 08:16:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 08:16:00 PM
Been doing a little work between orders on Trade bow, and thinking this might be how I go for belly lams.Its Hairy Oak/ Black wattle with silver ash chevron and Black gidgee accents .Colors will 'pop' under glass. Might take me a while to get it done as I went from real quiet to quite busy in a couple weeks.Any thoughts on the lams? (http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/003-15.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/003-15.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 23, 2014, 08:21:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 23, 2014, 08:21:00 PM
Looks pretty sweet to me, the oak has a real rich color, nice!
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Gator1 on January 23, 2014, 08:53:00 PM
Post by: Gator1 on January 23, 2014, 08:53:00 PM
Hope you guys don't mind, I'm gonna follow this, wow, is there some talent amongst your ranks....
:notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
:notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 23, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 23, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
Nothing finer than hairy oak:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 23, 2014, 09:27:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 23, 2014, 09:27:00 PM
Nice work guys!! I've been at my "real job" all week and haven't made any headway at all!! :help:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 23, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 23, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
Ya got plenty of time ole boy..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on January 23, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Can't figure out if this is a dirty joke or not ... haha
Nothing finer than hairy oak:)
Anyway, Bob I think those lams are killer man! How could you not like a set of spliced lams? Especially with that nice contrast. I say go for it, does look like alot of work though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 23, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 23, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Bob those lams are awesome! I definitely wouldn't mind if they showed up on my doorstep.
Well, I fine tuned the tiller on the TD and dropped a few pounds this evening. As of now, it's ready for final sanding and some finish. So, in the spirit of fun, I'll give the specs just in case y'all wanna start doing some guessing.
#52@28" 1/8"positive tiller for split finger
Well, I fine tuned the tiller on the TD and dropped a few pounds this evening. As of now, it's ready for final sanding and some finish. So, in the spirit of fun, I'll give the specs just in case y'all wanna start doing some guessing.
#52@28" 1/8"positive tiller for split finger
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 23, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 23, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
BigBob, your bows are works of art. I love those Aussie woods. :thumbsup: :archer:
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on January 23, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on January 23, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Fujimo, I trap most of my glass longbows. I can easily take off 5 or so pounds when I trap the back. I start at the fade with a subtle trap and increase to around an eighth of an inch for most of the limb. I ease up the last few inches to the tip.
I've seen a thread for a jig to put on a sander table that looked pretty interesting. I do it the hard way with rasp and sandpaper.
I've seen a thread for a jig to put on a sander table that looked pretty interesting. I do it the hard way with rasp and sandpaper.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on January 23, 2014, 10:33:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on January 23, 2014, 10:33:00 PM
Bob, those veneers look outstanding. Love the idea of Aussie wood. Don't see too much of that around Arkansas! :pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 10:41:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 23, 2014, 10:41:00 PM
Thanks fellas, appreciated your comments, so looks like they will be 'it'
Roy " nothing finer than hairy oak"
had to be hairy oak as I don't have time to shave it! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: Did mention it once before but the name 'hairy oak actually refers to the bark on the tree being fibrous or 'hairy' It's actually not a true oak at all but a member of the allocasurina family.
Roy " nothing finer than hairy oak"
had to be hairy oak as I don't have time to shave it! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: Did mention it once before but the name 'hairy oak actually refers to the bark on the tree being fibrous or 'hairy' It's actually not a true oak at all but a member of the allocasurina family.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 23, 2014, 10:48:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 23, 2014, 10:48:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by wood carver 2:X2
BigBob, your bows are works of art. I love those Aussie woods. :thumbsup: :archer:
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 23, 2014, 11:35:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 23, 2014, 11:35:00 PM
I don't like it one little bit Bob.....you had better just send it to me :readit:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 23, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 23, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
Very nice, Bob!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 24, 2014, 12:36:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on January 24, 2014, 12:36:00 AM
Man! We're only a little over a week into this swap, and some of you are near completion, and others have a really good start. Talk about making a person feel like a slacker. Lol. I don't even have all my materials yet for my swap bow. I have however, made some pretty good progress on my current build, and hopefully, I'll get some pics up of it soon. Aside from the finish, I've got just a little work to do on the limbs, and grip, and some fine sanding, and hopefully I'll get a few arrows through it soon. Got k-zoo this weekend, and an extended ice fishing trip next weekend, so hopefully two weeks from now I can put some serious thought and work into the swapper.
Great job so far everyone! I like everything I've seen.
Great job so far everyone! I like everything I've seen.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 01:34:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 01:34:00 AM
I will work on trapping the back I have already rounded the belly a bit and a little bit of a trap on the belly side. Then I read up on trapping and discovered that many believe trapping the back is better than the belly.
I wonder if I have aleady taken some off the belly will it be safe to trap the back now?
I will also try to post a pic of the Draw Force Curve that I ran on this bow as it is right now.
Cameron
I wonder if I have aleady taken some off the belly will it be safe to trap the back now?
I will also try to post a pic of the Draw Force Curve that I ran on this bow as it is right now.
Cameron
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Bob - those are some great looking lams. Looking forward to seeing it come together.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 24, 2014, 12:51:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 24, 2014, 12:51:00 PM
Cameron the trapping to the back won't be a problem. One thing you can do before that is square up the edges again and then round them over really well- if you still need to drop some more weight then trap to the back. Hope you can post the fd curve- those are interesting to see
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on January 24, 2014, 03:42:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on January 24, 2014, 03:42:00 PM
I got started on a stave yesterday. The bark was off but removed the cambium and sapwood and got it down to a good back ring. There are 6 pin clusters along the bow but they shouldn't be a problem.
The stave is osage, 61"t/t and I have reduced the width to 1 1/2" for its full length for now. I think I will do a bendy handle bow with slightly flipped tips.
Here are a few pics...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade005_zps4ce01b60.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade005_zps4ce01b60.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade007_zps9d0a2e3b.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade007_zps9d0a2e3b.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade008_zpsa0fa54fd.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade008_zpsa0fa54fd.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade009_zps9ac873f0.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade009_zps9ac873f0.jpg.html)
The stave is osage, 61"t/t and I have reduced the width to 1 1/2" for its full length for now. I think I will do a bendy handle bow with slightly flipped tips.
Here are a few pics...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade005_zps4ce01b60.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade005_zps4ce01b60.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade007_zps9d0a2e3b.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade007_zps9d0a2e3b.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade008_zpsa0fa54fd.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade008_zpsa0fa54fd.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade009_zps9ac873f0.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade009_zps9ac873f0.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 24, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 24, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Nice looking stave Pat! Can't wait to see what ya turn out... Always drool over your creations!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 24, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 24, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
Pat, did Kelly send you my address? :) Looks like a sweet stave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 05:49:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 05:49:00 PM
got both of my staves roughed out on the bandsaw (brand new timberwolf blade made a hell of a difference). still needs a good bit of rasp work to get bending.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140124_152758_664_zpsbkb9kpkr.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140124_152758_664_zpsbkb9kpkr.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140124_152945_057_zpsc7a7jqmx.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140124_152945_057_zpsc7a7jqmx.jpg.html)
reading 13% at the handles so ill let them sit a couple weeks while i finish up my own bow. these will be identical design to that one so my tillering eye will be nice and warmed up when i get to em.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140124_152758_664_zpsbkb9kpkr.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140124_152758_664_zpsbkb9kpkr.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140124_152945_057_zpsc7a7jqmx.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140124_152945_057_zpsc7a7jqmx.jpg.html)
reading 13% at the handles so ill let them sit a couple weeks while i finish up my own bow. these will be identical design to that one so my tillering eye will be nice and warmed up when i get to em.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
Here is the Force Curve regarding my 56" bow attempt...
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/4bfddd41676f5ab68e3f8a7cf4c9ff3d.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/4bfddd41676f5ab68e3f8a7cf4c9ff3d.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Pat that will do nicely. always wanted a bendy handle just haven't done it yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 24, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 24, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Bob absolutely love those veneers. Lots of love and effort put into your bows.
Sweet Cameron.
Sweet Cameron.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 06:40:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 06:40:00 PM
Eric - those are beautiful staves!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 24, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Someday I would love to come hangout with one of you self bow guys and have you teach me the craft...I have studied the process but have not taken the leap to attempt.
Cameron
Cameron
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Thanks! I think they will both turn out alright. Hard part is picking one to run with. Wonder what kind of handle ????? likes.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 06:48:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 24, 2014, 06:48:00 PM
Well id love to have ya over... That be a heck of a drive for you though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 24, 2014, 06:50:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 24, 2014, 06:50:00 PM
Man I did not get on here at all yesterday and wow some get bows being worked on for sure. Keep the pics coming and great work so far.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on January 24, 2014, 07:19:00 PM
Post by: Todd Cook on January 24, 2014, 07:19:00 PM
I decided to mix it up on .......'s bow, ended up sassafras belly, walnut back. Riser is wenge, walnut and sapele in between. Gonna be 58" hopefully about 55 pounds.
(http://i.imgur.com/Bz6wIB0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Bz6wIB0.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on January 24, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
Post by: Todd Cook on January 24, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
And the back.
(http://i.imgur.com/2rFShjt.jpg) (http://imgur.com/2rFShjt)
(http://i.imgur.com/2rFShjt.jpg) (http://imgur.com/2rFShjt)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 24, 2014, 07:31:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 24, 2014, 07:31:00 PM
That looks awesome Todd!!!! Excellent wood combo...can't wait to see it when it's all done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 24, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 24, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
Very nice, Todd.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on January 24, 2014, 08:42:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on January 24, 2014, 08:42:00 PM
Lots of great looking bows, lams and staves so far! Guess I need to get my rear in gear! I have one more to finish up and then on to ****'s bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 24, 2014, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 24, 2014, 08:54:00 PM
My second swap and you guys are definitely stepping it up a notch. Well Done !! :clapper: :clapper:
I should be getting materials in a couple weeks. Hopefully have something to show shortly after
anybody seen Kiwi ???
I should be getting materials in a couple weeks. Hopefully have something to show shortly after
anybody seen Kiwi ???
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 24, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: D on January 24, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Holy crap I haven't looked on here in lime a day or so and yall have wore it out. Great looking work being done....as usual. I like all of what I see. From the glass to the selfbows it all is great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 24, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 24, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Last time I seen Kiwi, he was running from the cops:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 24, 2014, 09:21:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 24, 2014, 09:21:00 PM
I think his shop ate him! Big Bob you are the closest to him so we might have to send you in for a search and rescue!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 24, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 24, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
damn todd!! lookin' sweet! i like that combo.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 24, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 24, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Looking good guys! I'm surprised at all the work done so far. I just got a walnut board from the local Amish today with some really pretty grain. As soon as I can find a camera I'll take some pics.
Here's a question for everyone; I'm thinking of doing a 3 piece t/d with the curly walnut on one side of the limbs and some real nicely grained hickory on the other. So what's your preference? Walnut on back and hickory on belly, or vise versa? What say you?
Here's a question for everyone; I'm thinking of doing a 3 piece t/d with the curly walnut on one side of the limbs and some real nicely grained hickory on the other. So what's your preference? Walnut on back and hickory on belly, or vise versa? What say you?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 24, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 24, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
dark for back and light for belly. my $.02
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 24, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 24, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Wow Todd, that sure came out nice! I can't wait to see that riser carved.
T.C., from a hunter's point of view I like the dark wood on the back, unless the wood has natural camo like figured myrtle or olive wood.
Just my 2 cents.
I sure wish it would warm up a little. I have some parts for my plan A bow sitting in the garage waiting for me.
Dave.
T.C., from a hunter's point of view I like the dark wood on the back, unless the wood has natural camo like figured myrtle or olive wood.
Just my 2 cents.
I sure wish it would warm up a little. I have some parts for my plan A bow sitting in the garage waiting for me.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 24, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 24, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
I'm with timbermoose.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 24, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 24, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
I wish it would warm up too. This weather isn't anything like we usually have, and it's really starting to hurt. That, and the fact I fell off my front steps yesterday an got a bone bruise on my bad hip, a wrenched back and I sprained my good shoulder. I'll be starting late, I guess...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 25, 2014, 01:20:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 25, 2014, 01:20:00 AM
Eric - I will trust you to select what you think would be the best handle grip for me! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 25, 2014, 02:18:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 25, 2014, 02:18:00 AM
Kelly NZ is just a bit far across the ditch for me to swim over and see where Kiwi is at. :bigsmyl: love the walnut.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 25, 2014, 10:14:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 25, 2014, 10:14:00 AM
This seems to be the year for walnut, huh? Guess I'm following suit then.
I was thinking dark on the back too, just wanted to see what others thought. I need to dig through the wood stack and see what I could use for the riser. I'm pretty sure I've got a chunk of walnut, and maybe some cherry; I think I've still got some quarter sawn sycamore and some hickory. Hmmm. **********, what do you think?
I was thinking dark on the back too, just wanted to see what others thought. I need to dig through the wood stack and see what I could use for the riser. I'm pretty sure I've got a chunk of walnut, and maybe some cherry; I think I've still got some quarter sawn sycamore and some hickory. Hmmm. **********, what do you think?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on January 25, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Post by: redbeard126 on January 25, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Joe, I would love to see that quarter sawn sycamore with walnut. Sounds like a nice combo!
Buddy
Buddy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 25, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on January 25, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
Cherry love that cherry.
Halfseminole be careful on that ice trust me on that one.
Walnut there is nothing wrong with good ole walnut.
Halfseminole be careful on that ice trust me on that one.
Walnut there is nothing wrong with good ole walnut.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 11:20:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 11:20:00 AM
Need some help, my trade bow came in on the light side. It is 66" and I'm thinking cutting 1" off one or bought tips. What do you think and how much do you think it would arr if any?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 25, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on January 25, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
Ranger, how much do you need to gain?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
My guy wanted between 45/55 and I need to sand it. It is 45 Now
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 25, 2014, 11:55:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on January 25, 2014, 11:55:00 AM
With my bows, mild d/r, I usually gain 6-8 pounds by shortening ntn 2". Depending on core wood. Can't be positive as to how it would affect yours....what style is it?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Osage stave self bow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 25, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 25, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
I would take an inch off each end, I'd bet you will gain 4 to 5 pounds.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 25, 2014, 12:06:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 25, 2014, 12:06:00 PM
My bad....no experience with those. Roy's the man in that department.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on January 25, 2014, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: macbow on January 25, 2014, 12:30:00 PM
If it were mine I"d cut the 1 inch off each end sounds like it would fall right in there.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 12:35:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 12:35:00 PM
Thanks everyone, I will cut it down.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 25, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 25, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
Have you tempered the belly?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 25, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Can't raw hide back, I cut the tips and it's good to go.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on January 25, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
Post by: soy on January 25, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
Good deal :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on January 25, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on January 25, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Found a surprise in my osage stave I've been working on, about 10" from the tip there was a bump on the back. I figured it was probably a knot, but could not see any sign of it from the belly. As I worked it down I found a rather large rotted knot inside, when all cleaned out it's about 3/4" in diameter and almost through to the back. There is 2 or 3 rings of good wood over the entire hole. I drilled it out and glued in a plug of osage. Now I've decided to make a mollie out of it since it will be in the transition from bending limb to lever. I feel it has a better chance of survival this way. Always wanted to build a mollie any how.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 25, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on January 25, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Anybody using any other glue besides urac for their bamboo backed bows...
Is there anything else available? Urac is getting harder and harder to get shipped up north..
Kevin
Is there anything else available? Urac is getting harder and harder to get shipped up north..
Kevin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on January 25, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on January 25, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
You guys got in high gear...I better grab another gear if I'm gonna catch up. I've got 2 in the works one floor tillered and some rawhide cut for it and another one I hope to get bending some by tomorrow evening.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 25, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 25, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Kevin, I use unibond 800. It is the replacement for urac.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 25, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 25, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
I have used titebond3 with good results.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on January 26, 2014, 04:35:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on January 26, 2014, 04:35:00 AM
Unibond 800...I will check it out..thanks.
Never used TB3 with bamboo, on hickory and rawhide all the time, maybe we will have to do a test run.
Thanks
Never used TB3 with bamboo, on hickory and rawhide all the time, maybe we will have to do a test run.
Thanks
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on January 26, 2014, 07:34:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on January 26, 2014, 07:34:00 AM
QuoteI have used titebond3 with good results.:thumbsup:
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 26, 2014, 01:16:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 26, 2014, 01:16:00 PM
I got my swap bow all finished up and doing some final sanding to get ready to spray, but I'm having a problem. No matter how much I sand on the white phenolic overlays on the limbs, they still look kinda dirty and discolored. Any ideas for how I can keep them nice and bright white before I spray them. Wet sand with alcohol or acetone maybe?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on January 26, 2014, 02:05:00 PM
Post by: Kiwi craig on January 26, 2014, 02:05:00 PM
Whew made it back into the light
So this is what the outside world looks like
Found a lot of stuff that I knew I had but just couldn't put my hands on it
cause there was all sorts of other stuff in the way.
All right made a start ripped up some bamboo flooring to size and put them through the drum sander. Made the wedges ready for a glue up tonight.
So this is what the outside world looks like
Found a lot of stuff that I knew I had but just couldn't put my hands on it
cause there was all sorts of other stuff in the way.
All right made a start ripped up some bamboo flooring to size and put them through the drum sander. Made the wedges ready for a glue up tonight.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Dave, has to be dust from the other surfaces I'd think, try a fine tip with compressed air?
Folks, be careful when you work with veneers....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0311_zps49c3420e.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0311_zps49c3420e.jpg.html)
Hope *** * ******** ** *** don't mind a crack or 2....
Crossgrain walnut at .030 ain't very stout... :knothead:
Folks, be careful when you work with veneers....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0311_zps49c3420e.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0311_zps49c3420e.jpg.html)
Hope *** * ******** ** *** don't mind a crack or 2....
Crossgrain walnut at .030 ain't very stout... :knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
Was sanding the joint on the back veneer where I joined it when the sanding block caught the walnut and shredded it.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 26, 2014, 03:39:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 26, 2014, 03:39:00 PM
Ouch, Kenny
Shame that was looking great.
Shame that was looking great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2014, 04:47:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2014, 04:47:00 PM
Ouch, sorry Bro...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 26, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 26, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Not good Kenny,always hurts to see a lot of effort go down the gurgler.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 26, 2014, 05:34:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 26, 2014, 05:34:00 PM
Kiwi glad you made it out safe and sound.
Not good Kenny maybe you can use them as tip over lays or something so they are not completely lost.
Not good Kenny maybe you can use them as tip over lays or something so they are not completely lost.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 26, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 26, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Sorry Kenny - I know the pain...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 26, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 26, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Yea tip overlays or kindling... Bummer Kenny
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
Well, not a total loss maybe, folks.
Luckily I hadn't cut the belly lams to length yet. Sooo, I skived and glued them and cut the broken part off the first ones.
Then carefully sanded the CA glued skive joint on the 2nd pair. She is now in the oven. You can see how much I cut off here, but since the belly lams don't go to center, we may make a bow from it yet.
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0312_zpseb44b912.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0312_zpseb44b912.jpg.html)
Glad I cut to length last thing before glueup.
Also glad I didn't have a lil fit and chew on em or something when they broke! :D
Luckily I hadn't cut the belly lams to length yet. Sooo, I skived and glued them and cut the broken part off the first ones.
Then carefully sanded the CA glued skive joint on the 2nd pair. She is now in the oven. You can see how much I cut off here, but since the belly lams don't go to center, we may make a bow from it yet.
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0312_zpseb44b912.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0312_zpseb44b912.jpg.html)
Glad I cut to length last thing before glueup.
Also glad I didn't have a lil fit and chew on em or something when they broke! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 26, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 26, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
gonna be another work of art when done kenny. wow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 26, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 26, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
Good save Kenny! Can't wait to see pics out of the oven. I made a bit of progress on my bow- I still need to do a good deal of sanding and blending but it's starting to look more like a bow.
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/315973de43058954115705b9d3a72cb7_zps0c5551db.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/e3c541c8a480d9b6ec33dd6f1ca69ad1_zpsda6f93d7.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/0813ab1c8344dc8cd7638f9b2360771f_zps2b6d82d3.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/315973de43058954115705b9d3a72cb7_zps0c5551db.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/e3c541c8a480d9b6ec33dd6f1ca69ad1_zpsda6f93d7.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/0813ab1c8344dc8cd7638f9b2360771f_zps2b6d82d3.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 26, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 26, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
That's gonna be sweet Kenny!!!
Trux, looking awesome....I'm really diggin the look of those green lams against that leopardwood!!!
Trux, looking awesome....I'm really diggin the look of those green lams against that leopardwood!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 26, 2014, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 26, 2014, 07:51:00 PM
wow trux, lovin them colors.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 26, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 26, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
looking terrific as usual. Love your work always.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 26, 2014, 08:21:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 26, 2014, 08:21:00 PM
good save Kenny.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 26, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 26, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
Wow! Nice, guys! Terrific bows!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 26, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 26, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Trux, she looks awesome
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 26, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 26, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
wow nice bows. This is the part I love looking at all the bows and dreaming of owning and shooting them.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on January 26, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on January 26, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Trux, the bow is looking great. You sure put in the time on the detailing!! And it shows. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 26, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 26, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
David and Kenny good work. Hope to get something done this week with mine.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on January 26, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on January 26, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Nice save Kenny! Sweet looking bow Trux
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 27, 2014, 01:13:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 27, 2014, 01:13:00 AM
Trux - your bow is really looking nice. Love that riser combo.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on January 27, 2014, 09:57:00 AM
Post by: Jorgy on January 27, 2014, 09:57:00 AM
Haven't been on here for a couple of days,lots of good stuff going on.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 27, 2014, 01:27:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 27, 2014, 01:27:00 PM
Well - I am going to work on my spliced lamination option for swap as well and see which turns out better or more suited for ********.
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/018007c44822c3b4e692bc5237b25f83.jpg)
Walnut riser with a simple design all bamboo core woods, osage belly and spliced osage back.
Glued it up last night...I use two bamboo parallels on the back along with the veneer and glass and one bamboo taper on the belly with veneer and glass.
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/018007c44822c3b4e692bc5237b25f83.jpg)
Walnut riser with a simple design all bamboo core woods, osage belly and spliced osage back.
Glued it up last night...I use two bamboo parallels on the back along with the veneer and glass and one bamboo taper on the belly with veneer and glass.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 27, 2014, 01:39:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 27, 2014, 01:39:00 PM
Sweet...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 27, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 27, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
walnut goona look good with osage.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: tradbower on January 27, 2014, 03:58:00 PM
Post by: tradbower on January 27, 2014, 03:58:00 PM
WOW !!!!!!!!!!
Just been looking at the bows in progress. There sure is a ton of great bows being made. I have mine in the shooting in phase,on the tree it came in at 52# at 28" but I have a short draw of 25" so when xxxxxxxxx gets a drop off from the USPS take time when you start to warm it up.
Like I stated before there are some very nice looking bows being made, just wish I had half of the talent.
Just been looking at the bows in progress. There sure is a ton of great bows being made. I have mine in the shooting in phase,on the tree it came in at 52# at 28" but I have a short draw of 25" so when xxxxxxxxx gets a drop off from the USPS take time when you start to warm it up.
Like I stated before there are some very nice looking bows being made, just wish I had half of the talent.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 27, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 27, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
Those spliced lams are going to look nice with that riser! Got my bow roughed out enough to shoot a few arrows with it. Also got the tips roughed in- I went with some cow horn I had picked up- talk about stink, way worst than antler or bone and they are fairly translucent. Now to get all the scratches out of the bow and put some finish on.
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/02b007734a3bc828c26f3b067df9abc6_zps884b0b6b.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/02b007734a3bc828c26f3b067df9abc6_zps884b0b6b.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 27, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 27, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0100_zpsd44d13f3.jpg)
Need to add some skins and finish
Need to add some skins and finish
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 27, 2014, 06:50:00 PM
Post by: D on January 27, 2014, 06:50:00 PM
Thats one of the things I like about cow horn is how it gets almost clear when it gets polished up. Great looking stuff everybody. Look forward to seeing the rest of the work. Now that I've got my wedding stuff out of the way maybe I can get up in the shed and get some work done....Still got to redo an old cabinet for my wife. I swear been married two days and already have a honeydo..lololol. Unfortunately the cabinet was on that list a while before we got married.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 27, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 27, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
I've used a bunch of cow horn. I like it too for its translucency.
Looking good
Looking good
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 27, 2014, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 27, 2014, 07:09:00 PM
Congrats D and the list will not get any shorter trust me.
Oh me oh my what wonderful looking bows are coming together.
Oh me oh my what wonderful looking bows are coming together.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 27, 2014, 08:47:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 27, 2014, 08:47:00 PM
Nice bow - Ranger 3...can't wait to see the skins on her.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 27, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: D on January 27, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Thanks Kelly. I guess there is a lot of things out there that could be worse..lol.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on January 27, 2014, 10:16:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on January 27, 2014, 10:16:00 PM
Put some arrows through my swap bow today!!!
Now its just down to a lot more shooting in and the detailing...
Now its just down to a lot more shooting in and the detailing...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 27, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 27, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
mjwhitby where are the pics! Oh never mind I know why you are not posting pics.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on January 27, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on January 27, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
:laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
just waiting for warmer weather to spray ********* ********'s bow. I will try and get pics posted later today. The way the weather is going I may have several to choose from to pick for the swap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 09:55:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 09:55:00 AM
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0056_zpsb87b011f.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0056_zpsb87b011f.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0055_zps3820b3fc.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0055_zps3820b3fc.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0054_zpse14e0172.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0054_zpse14e0172.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0055_zps3820b3fc.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0055_zps3820b3fc.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0054_zpse14e0172.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0054_zpse14e0172.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 09:56:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 09:56:00 AM
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0052_zpsbc216a19.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0052_zpsbc216a19.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0053_zpsc57a7401.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0053_zpsc57a7401.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0053_zpsc57a7401.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0053_zpsc57a7401.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 09:59:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 28, 2014, 09:59:00 AM
this is the original riser. ******* ****** may need a pretty strong grip if I have decide to use this riser. I think a little glue, duct tape and some screws should do the trick though. At least that's what my helper is thinking
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0051_zps52c90826.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0051_zps52c90826.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0039_zpsb3fbebc9.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0039_zpsb3fbebc9.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0051_zps52c90826.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0051_zps52c90826.jpg.html)
(http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s299/RocoleJ/DSC_0039_zpsb3fbebc9.jpg) (http://s155.photobucket.com/user/RocoleJ/media/DSC_0039_zpsb3fbebc9.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 10:28:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 10:28:00 AM
Too cute:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 28, 2014, 01:24:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on January 28, 2014, 01:24:00 PM
Dang, I go away hunting and 6 days later I've got page after page to catch up on. And all reading them pages does is make me feel like a slacker!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 01:26:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 01:26:00 PM
Well any hunting stories?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 28, 2014, 02:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 28, 2014, 02:19:00 PM
Jim that is what you get for letting your helper draw bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 28, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on January 28, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
:scared:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: GentlemanArcher on January 28, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
Post by: GentlemanArcher on January 28, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
Wow...all of these bows are looking fantastic...talk about setting the bar high. This is inspiring. I've got to up my game this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 28, 2014, 04:53:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on January 28, 2014, 04:53:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Yes, several.
Well any hunting stories?
:saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Well I'll be waiting on a PM then...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 28, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on January 28, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Dang, you're needy....
I'll try to download some pictures and post a little narrative.
But if my bowyer hadn't built me a defective bow, I might have had a fair amount of pork.
I'll try to download some pictures and post a little narrative.
But if my bowyer hadn't built me a defective bow, I might have had a fair amount of pork.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 28, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
RUT - ROH:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rockkiller on January 28, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: rockkiller on January 28, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Really enjoy looking at all of the functionality pieces of art in the makings.I cant wait till
I'm half as good so I can join the fun.Maybe next year.Once again all you guys do great looking work. :clapper:
I'm half as good so I can join the fun.Maybe next year.Once again all you guys do great looking work. :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 28, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 28, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 28, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 28, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
Wayne, if you ever need a second or third job, hit up Webster's! LOL! "Royerism!" :laughing:
Jim, I love that riser!
You know? The only thing I don't like about being a lefty ...
Is seein all these beautiful bows being made for righties!!!
:confused:
Jim, I love that riser!
You know? The only thing I don't like about being a lefty ...
Is seein all these beautiful bows being made for righties!!!
:confused:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 28, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on January 28, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Stan :D
the ol' fella's ok i guess!
the ol' fella's ok i guess!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 29, 2014, 02:38:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 29, 2014, 02:38:00 PM
Tell me about red if they show lefty bows it is a good chace it is either yours or mine. I think there is a a 3rd south paw in this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 29, 2014, 03:17:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 29, 2014, 03:17:00 PM
Be E-Nuff outta you boys:) LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on January 29, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: Todd Cook on January 29, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Well, since I'm snowed in, I got a chance to work more on .....'s bow. Got 1 coat sealer and one coat finish on it. Just got to write the specs and spray a little more finish.
(http://i.imgur.com/webAByd.jpg)
I did sassafras on the belly:
(http://i.imgur.com/9T7NKeN.jpg)
And walnut on the back:
(http://i.imgur.com/ogxL9WC.jpg)
It's coming in about 57 at 28".
(http://i.imgur.com/webAByd.jpg)
I did sassafras on the belly:
(http://i.imgur.com/9T7NKeN.jpg)
And walnut on the back:
(http://i.imgur.com/ogxL9WC.jpg)
It's coming in about 57 at 28".
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 29, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 29, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Wow! What a beauty! :thumbsup:
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 29, 2014, 05:25:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 29, 2014, 05:25:00 PM
That is beautiful!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on January 29, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on January 29, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
Wow she looks sweeeeet!
I need some progress to share very soon...
I need some progress to share very soon...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 29, 2014, 05:33:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 29, 2014, 05:33:00 PM
Good looking bow!! Good choice on the wood combos
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 29, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 29, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
Wow Thats a stunning looking bow. 57 is perfect
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 29, 2014, 06:58:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 29, 2014, 06:58:00 PM
Not the best picture but it flings an arrow... Should be right at 54@28" when done- getting close.
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/98be867d797ca1067878774f9be7b7d2_zps64bef61b.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/98be867d797ca1067878774f9be7b7d2_zps64bef61b.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 29, 2014, 07:31:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 29, 2014, 07:31:00 PM
Looks great Trux, shoots ok too!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 29, 2014, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on January 29, 2014, 08:07:00 PM
Todd and Trux both bows look great and the weight will work perfect on either one. The nail biting is just about to begin, bows will be starting to ship soon.
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 29, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 29, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
Both are very sweet looking bows for sure. I know ***** and ** are going to be very pleased.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 29, 2014, 08:33:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 29, 2014, 08:33:00 PM
Nice Trux..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 29, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 29, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
Great looking bows guys... Still stalking and have no freakin clue what I am going to build????? I want to start soon so I am hoping to get something in mind soon!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on January 29, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on January 29, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Great lookin bows guys!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on January 29, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on January 29, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Todd that is KILLER! Love it.
Trux also a killer bow.
Lot of guys are on the move here this year. Unfortunatley I've got about half a dozen bows in the works so going has been slow.
Got a ****load of bamboo on the way, then it'll be time to do some gluing.
Trux also a killer bow.
Lot of guys are on the move here this year. Unfortunatley I've got about half a dozen bows in the works so going has been slow.
Got a ****load of bamboo on the way, then it'll be time to do some gluing.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 29, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 29, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
todd, trux, damn, them some sweet looking bows. and perfect weight for our tree rats we got running around the neighborhood.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on January 29, 2014, 09:23:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on January 29, 2014, 09:23:00 PM
Hey Trux - That riser looks familiar :thumbsup:
Very nice!
Man, I'm kind of regretting not getting in this year seeing all the fun you guys are having. Oh well, a couple other promised bows and work is nuts these days. I'll be back in next year.
Very nice!
Man, I'm kind of regretting not getting in this year seeing all the fun you guys are having. Oh well, a couple other promised bows and work is nuts these days. I'll be back in next year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 29, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 29, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by jsweka:John kind of a mirror image of the one your thinking of- I didn't relies that until the other day- hope **** *** likes it.
Hey Trux - That riser looks familiar :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on January 29, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: red hill on January 29, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Those are two very fine bows, boys!
Dave that sassafrass is really sharp. Wow!!!!
Dave that sassafrass is really sharp. Wow!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on January 29, 2014, 11:10:00 PM
Post by: Todd Cook on January 29, 2014, 11:10:00 PM
Very nice Trux, I really like lacewood. Thanks for the comments guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 29, 2014, 11:30:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 29, 2014, 11:30:00 PM
Well, got Roy's, er, my victim's limbs glued up
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/25B91189-BA8C-456E-BCE1-37F63407CF14_zpsmderoubx.jpg) (http://s358.photobucket.com/user/talkingcabbage/media/25B91189-BA8C-456E-BCE1-37F63407CF14_zpsmderoubx.jpg.html)
Hope they're the right color! :biglaugh: :deadhorse:
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/25B91189-BA8C-456E-BCE1-37F63407CF14_zpsmderoubx.jpg) (http://s358.photobucket.com/user/talkingcabbage/media/25B91189-BA8C-456E-BCE1-37F63407CF14_zpsmderoubx.jpg.html)
Hope they're the right color! :biglaugh: :deadhorse:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on January 29, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Post by: Walt Francis on January 29, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Todd, Trux, those are some slick looking bows :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 30, 2014, 02:29:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 30, 2014, 02:29:00 AM
Joe they look just the color for Roy! :goldtooth: :biglaugh: :jumper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 06:28:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 06:28:00 AM
Cabbagepatch, I'll take em:) Bob, don't make me come over there son.. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on January 30, 2014, 09:45:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on January 30, 2014, 09:45:00 AM
Real men wear pink....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Just put the first cost of tri oil on (http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0105_zpsa462ba07.jpg%5B/%5BIMG%5Dhttp://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0104_zpsceb03038.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 11:26:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 11:26:00 AM
Just put the first coat of tru oil (http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0104_zpsceb03038.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 11:28:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 11:28:00 AM
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0105_zpsa462ba07.jpg)
QuoteOriginally posted by ranger 3:
Just put the first coat of tri oil (http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0104_zpsceb03038.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on January 30, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Post by: D on January 30, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Holy cow all the bows lol great. Dang good looking skins
Ya know the thing about photobucket is thats its not real hard to reverse an image to make a lefty look like a righty or vise versa....wink wink
Ya know the thing about photobucket is thats its not real hard to reverse an image to make a lefty look like a righty or vise versa....wink wink
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on January 30, 2014, 11:53:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on January 30, 2014, 11:53:00 AM
just dont have anything with writing on in the frame!!- that would really give it away :D
hooo weee.....really beautiful bows all!!!!
hooo weee.....really beautiful bows all!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 30, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 30, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
Ranger those skins are killer!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 30, 2014, 02:09:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 30, 2014, 02:09:00 PM
Ranger that is one great looking bow for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on January 30, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on January 30, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Here is my trade bow at floor tiller stage. It is 61" t/t and will be around 50# when done.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade001_zps75e25116.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade001_zps75e25116.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade002_zpsbe88ac67.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade002_zpsbe88ac67.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade001_zps75e25116.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade001_zps75e25116.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGBowTrade002_zpsbe88ac67.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGBowTrade002_zpsbe88ac67.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 03:11:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 03:11:00 PM
Still got to wait on my hickory stick to come in to really get started. Decided I'd rather not build something I was afraid would give out. I want my swap bow to last. I've also been doing other little projects to adjust to losing my right eye, so I don't screw this up. Going out tomorrow to look at some black walnut from the same batch the handle wood comes from. I'll hopefully get some pics then. Might have some ancient red oak there as well. When the land for this place was originally cleared, it was rough sawn into planks and used for a lot of the structures around here. The real issue is finding clear pieces-the knots are impressive in a lot of it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on January 30, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on January 30, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Those glass bows are sure nice looking, I wouldn't mind if one of them showed up on my porch.
Ranger 3, Looks good! Those skins are impressive.
Pat B, Looks like it's coming along nicely.
Mine is at ready to start tillering, will try to get some pics up tomorrow.
Ranger 3, Looks good! Those skins are impressive.
Pat B, Looks like it's coming along nicely.
Mine is at ready to start tillering, will try to get some pics up tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 30, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 30, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
Ranger 3 now thats incentive for me to get goin. i know you can't ship it to me until i ship... cause its my first time in the swap, so real quick im just gonna slap together some pvc scraps with sheetrock screws, duct tape the hinges, and get Roy's bow on the way to him so you can ship that baby! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on January 30, 2014, 04:52:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on January 30, 2014, 04:52:00 PM
:laughing: :laughing:
best if you use pink duct tape.
best if you use pink duct tape.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 30, 2014, 05:18:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 30, 2014, 05:18:00 PM
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 05:33:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 05:33:00 PM
Well I see it's time to start the 2014 thumping list here:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
How's this for bow wood?
(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/1504156_10151855291217540_1111721940_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-b-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/1781638_10151855291207540_455327484_o.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31/1655730_10151855291212540_170000972_o.jpg)
According to papers here, the original buildings were built close to the turn of the century, which would make this wood over 100 years old before it was cut. As you can tell by the rings, it was a good bit older than that. Nothing short of my chainsaw would cut this wood-and it polished the edges as it went through, the wood's so hard. I have a few spots nails were in to drill out and fill with dowel rods (not sure what wood yet) and I need to find someone with a bandsaw, as it's 69 3/8x6x2 inches. Big sucker. Heavy as all get out too.
Also, I cut some wood that might just be making an appearance in this bow, it or a piece like it...
(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/1492306_10151855291522540_1271996976_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t31/1399213_10151855291717540_847521505_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t31/1537959_10151855291902540_474026325_o.jpg)
I need a new blade on the chainsaw so I can rough out some chunks to take somewhere to get cleaned up for riser wood. I've got some less figured spalted maple cut up already, but I think I want this stuff. Now I need to find a place with tools I can use... I don't think hand tools alone will cut it here.
(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/1504156_10151855291217540_1111721940_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-b-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/1781638_10151855291207540_455327484_o.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t31/1655730_10151855291212540_170000972_o.jpg)
According to papers here, the original buildings were built close to the turn of the century, which would make this wood over 100 years old before it was cut. As you can tell by the rings, it was a good bit older than that. Nothing short of my chainsaw would cut this wood-and it polished the edges as it went through, the wood's so hard. I have a few spots nails were in to drill out and fill with dowel rods (not sure what wood yet) and I need to find someone with a bandsaw, as it's 69 3/8x6x2 inches. Big sucker. Heavy as all get out too.
Also, I cut some wood that might just be making an appearance in this bow, it or a piece like it...
(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/t31/1492306_10151855291522540_1271996976_o.jpg)
(https://scontent-a-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn2/t31/1399213_10151855291717540_847521505_o.jpg)
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I need a new blade on the chainsaw so I can rough out some chunks to take somewhere to get cleaned up for riser wood. I've got some less figured spalted maple cut up already, but I think I want this stuff. Now I need to find a place with tools I can use... I don't think hand tools alone will cut it here.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 30, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 30, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Roy i was on yer thumpin list half a dozen times last year.... nothin ever happened to me. i aint skeered.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 30, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 30, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
Great work fellas !! Love the wood and skins
Maybe we should all build the old man some Purdy bows to decorate his shop with. Might be good to have some color for that pretty lady of his to enjoy. :bigsmyl:
Maybe we should all build the old man some Purdy bows to decorate his shop with. Might be good to have some color for that pretty lady of his to enjoy. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
But I'm retired now and I can travel:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 30, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 30, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Well then im buiding a bunker.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on January 30, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on January 30, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
Cool Ed. Red Oak?
Only thing that would concern me is if there are any nail holes through the back, filling with a dowel will not bring the strength back. It would be best to back it if you have a nail hole that needs filling all the way through the bow to the back. A dowel filled hole on the belly is no big deal.
First thing I'd do is run them through a planer or jointer and see what the grain looks liek and if it's straight enough for a bow.
Only thing that would concern me is if there are any nail holes through the back, filling with a dowel will not bring the strength back. It would be best to back it if you have a nail hole that needs filling all the way through the bow to the back. A dowel filled hole on the belly is no big deal.
First thing I'd do is run them through a planer or jointer and see what the grain looks liek and if it's straight enough for a bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
It does look like red oak, as opposed to some very clearly black walnut elsewhere in the structure. Looks like I'm back on the hunt.
Thanks for the note about the nail holes. Glad to know before I start building. Back to square one.
Thanks for the note about the nail holes. Glad to know before I start building. Back to square one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on January 30, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Thanks guys, about 6 or 7 more coats and a nice handle wrap and rest and it's on way to ****,
You know D it is RH or LH right now.
You know D it is RH or LH right now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 30, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 30, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Be nice to have a bow with wood that old Ed. Be funny if it went to Roy, probably born the same century :laughing:
Real nice find !
Real nice find !
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 30, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 30, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Good looking wood bows
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 30, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Yeah, but a red oak bow for the swap? After all the times we tell beginners not to use red oak unless they have to? I'd have to rawhide back it, and search through my wood to find a suitable riser wood for it. I'm about fed up to the point that I'm just gonna buy a stave of hickory.
Either that or I get started bending up some PVC...
Either that or I get started bending up some PVC...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 11:30:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2014, 11:30:00 PM
Ah Ed, not you too? LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 30, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on January 30, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
Awesome bows Ranger 3 and Pat. Love the self bow or should i say i would love to love one...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 31, 2014, 08:54:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on January 31, 2014, 08:54:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by canopyboy:Ok Roybert, I started my hunting story. It's been a crazy week. The first installment is in the Hill Hog Hunt thread:
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Yes, several.
Well any hunting stories?
:saywhat: [/b]
http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic&f=1&t=128184&p=18#000263
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 31, 2014, 09:05:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 31, 2014, 09:05:00 AM
Cool story..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on January 31, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on January 31, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Halfseminole I would get it cleaned up first and just see what it really is. Heck that old of wood you never know what it will do. Red oak of that error is not the same as today. Heck might be chestnut or old pine for all I know though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on January 31, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on January 31, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Rest of the story posted now too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 31, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 31, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Got my swap bow put together and trapped. 117@28
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/2014-01/717062D2-FB39-4F78-A228-91F5E28D35FF_zpsts2luduc.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/2014-01/717062D2-FB39-4F78-A228-91F5E28D35FF_zpsts2luduc.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/2014-01/717062D2-FB39-4F78-A228-91F5E28D35FF_zpsts2luduc.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/2014-01/717062D2-FB39-4F78-A228-91F5E28D35FF_zpsts2luduc.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 31, 2014, 02:16:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 31, 2014, 02:16:00 PM
Sweet:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 31, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 31, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
It's 100% red oak. Open pores, no tyloses, extremely evident radiata. It's 100% seasoned and ready to go-shoot, it was well seasoned when WWI broke out. Heaviest oak I've ever seen-weighs like live oak.
Just cut down a hackberry, but I'm gonna have to enlist help in cutting it to size and hauling it to the house. Only one of its kind I've seen all day. However, as I have no tools to deal with a stave like that, it'll have to go to the wood room to season.
So I'm torn-ancient red oak or buy a hickory stave?
Seriously, PVC would be easier. I have lots, and I can hit 60 pounds with it no problem. Dress it up in birch bark and leather, nobody would know it from a horse bow.
Just cut down a hackberry, but I'm gonna have to enlist help in cutting it to size and hauling it to the house. Only one of its kind I've seen all day. However, as I have no tools to deal with a stave like that, it'll have to go to the wood room to season.
So I'm torn-ancient red oak or buy a hickory stave?
Seriously, PVC would be easier. I have lots, and I can hit 60 pounds with it no problem. Dress it up in birch bark and leather, nobody would know it from a horse bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on January 31, 2014, 05:04:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on January 31, 2014, 05:04:00 PM
Ed would ya really have to buy a hickory stave? I know there's lots of it in Jasper.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 31, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 31, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
117@28 that's perfect Shawn!! Love the camo blue tape too...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on January 31, 2014, 05:43:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on January 31, 2014, 05:43:00 PM
Yeah, there's not a one near me, and I'm looking for seasoned wood anyway. Further into the city there's shagbark, but I still would have to cut it, get it home and get it down to size, the tools for which I do not have. I'm attempting to respect the limitations of my equipment-I can do some things, but taking a tree down to a stave is beyond what I have the tools or knowledge to do.
Edit: crisis averted, thanks fujimo!
Edit: crisis averted, thanks fujimo!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 31, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
Post by: Jim Rocole on January 31, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
#117 @ 28 IS RIGHT IN MY WHEEL HOUSE. NOT FOND OF THE CAMO TAPE THOUGH.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 31, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 31, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
Ok ok I got her roughed in. Pulled the tape off and here she is. Spalted maple/curly koa veneers, boo, koa wedges. Walnut riser with black and red glass and myrtle accents.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/1CFD0BF5-149B-4134-9EDB-48084AFFA026_zps0luftw2n.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/1CFD0BF5-149B-4134-9EDB-48084AFFA026_zps0luftw2n.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/04B61257-F16A-41C8-988C-86C963D3581D_zpsijsbxbxs.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/04B61257-F16A-41C8-988C-86C963D3581D_zpsijsbxbxs.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/1CFD0BF5-149B-4134-9EDB-48084AFFA026_zps0luftw2n.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/1CFD0BF5-149B-4134-9EDB-48084AFFA026_zps0luftw2n.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/04B61257-F16A-41C8-988C-86C963D3581D_zpsijsbxbxs.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/04B61257-F16A-41C8-988C-86C963D3581D_zpsijsbxbxs.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on January 31, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 31, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
lookin good gentlemen, lookin good
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on January 31, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on January 31, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Wow good looking bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on January 31, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: kennym on January 31, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Shawn, its a little heavy, can ya trap bout 67 # off? I'm sure ya can do that!!
Sweet bow man!
Sweet bow man!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 31, 2014, 09:11:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on January 31, 2014, 09:11:00 PM
Thanks guys. I had to put together some pieces that I thought would go good.
I guess its ok. If not I have a 3 piece Black and white ebony that came in too light. Dang foam cores got me.
I guess its ok. If not I have a 3 piece Black and white ebony that came in too light. Dang foam cores got me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 31, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on January 31, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Oh wow I like that one Shawn!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on January 31, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on January 31, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
wow those veneers really jump out!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on January 31, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
Post by: scars on January 31, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
Wow, Simply awesome talents. I cannot believe the work you all have put into the bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 31, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on January 31, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Man, I feel like such a slacker! Everyone else seems to be making such great progress. I've got a nice walnut board but that's it! I need to get some stuff going!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 01, 2014, 01:37:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 01, 2014, 01:37:00 AM
looking good Shawn - sweet limbs!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on February 01, 2014, 04:47:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on February 01, 2014, 04:47:00 AM
hey...
beautiful bows are in here... as far as i can see this year people more in to this event... very enjoying to see this...
my swap...
oh i have almost finished it. almost ready to ship it off... picture? yes.. later...
best..
beautiful bows are in here... as far as i can see this year people more in to this event... very enjoying to see this...
my swap...
oh i have almost finished it. almost ready to ship it off... picture? yes.. later...
best..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 06:23:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 06:23:00 AM
Awesome Shawn.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 01, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: D on February 01, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Those limbs look awesome. Of course the rest of the bow does too but I really like the limbs lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 01, 2014, 10:18:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on February 01, 2014, 10:18:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by inksoup:Wow Ink, can't wait for those pics!
hey...
beautiful bows are in here... as far as i can see this year people more in to this event... very enjoying to see this...
my swap...
oh i have almost finished it. almost ready to ship it off... picture? yes.. later...
best..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 03:29:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 03:29:00 PM
Well, worked on my swapper this morning, was up waaaay early and not wanting to make a lot of noise,got her out of form and cleaned up. Peeled tape and found........ no probs! Everything stayed where it was sposed to and no flaws (yet)
Ground the limbs and strung her up. Even tiller and about 7 # heavy at 79# more or less :goldtooth: Should come right in on target.
The maple/walnut awood specially tapered core looks really cool on limb edges too.
Then I've been grinding lams for probably other swap bows... :)
Ground the limbs and strung her up. Even tiller and about 7 # heavy at 79# more or less :goldtooth: Should come right in on target.
The maple/walnut awood specially tapered core looks really cool on limb edges too.
Then I've been grinding lams for probably other swap bows... :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 03:59:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 03:59:00 PM
Didn't happen wif out pixers.........
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 01, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 01, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:I agree with what the old goat said...
Didn't happen wif out pixers.........
:jumper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 04:32:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 04:32:00 PM
I agree with what the old goat said...
That's a first:)
That's a first:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 01, 2014, 06:11:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 01, 2014, 06:11:00 PM
KennyM, I know that's not mine it's waaaaaay to heavy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 06:25:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 06:25:00 PM
My scale could be off a bit.... :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 01, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 01, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
:knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
My scale could be off a bit.... :laughing:
Yup, I'll bet it goes way off the end when you step on it... :laughing:
Yup, I'll bet it goes way off the end when you step on it... :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Oh Lordy. I would've lik'd to have seen you two in the same school together way back in the day...... Theres no doubt in my mind it would've as histerical as it is today
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Would never work, Shawn. I'm way younger than Kenny... :bigsmyl: :biglaugh: :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 01, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 01, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Shawn, where do you think Mark Twain got the idea for the characters Huck and tom? :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Yup, 3rd grade wuz the hardest 4 years of ol Roys life. :laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by kennym:And so the saga continues
Yup, 3rd grade wuz the hardest 4 years of ol Roys life. :laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 09:04:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 09:04:00 PM
Like jerry clower said three terms in the eighth grade. Hoover Truman and Roosevelt
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Shawn, don't be too rough on the ol feller now.... :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
McKenzie, don't make me make a road trip son.. I hain't skeered of yer fancy pansy keratty fighten jammies boy.. :laughing: :deadhorse:
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/kennym.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/kennym.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/kennym.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/kennym.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Look at that perfect form......
Shootin form that is....
Shootin form that is....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 01, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 01, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Forgot about the jamma pantaloons.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Gotta agree ole boy, the bow and your form does look good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 09:49:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 01, 2014, 09:49:00 PM
We all know its all good fun thats why were traditionalist !!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Horn Chaser on February 01, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
Post by: Horn Chaser on February 01, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
Roy I love the pic of you training for your thumping list.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/hunk.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/hunk.jpg.html)
And I also love how you set up your victims for the punch!! Leading them in with a kiss and following that with a right hook!!! lol
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/roy2.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/roy2.jpg.html)
Great looking bows everyone!!! Hopefully I can get in on the trade next year. It didn't work out for me entering this year.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/hunk.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/hunk.jpg.html)
And I also love how you set up your victims for the punch!! Leading them in with a kiss and following that with a right hook!!! lol
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/roy2.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/roy2.jpg.html)
Great looking bows everyone!!! Hopefully I can get in on the trade next year. It didn't work out for me entering this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 02, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 02, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
LMAO, Tom...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 02, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 02, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Well put a coat of stain on the swap bow today and noticed two places where the boo is cracked. It's done, back to square one. I love and hate bamboo. Might slap it with some super glue and shoot the heck out of it, but I will not send it to anyone. It will stay here.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on February 02, 2014, 04:38:00 PM
Post by: macbow on February 02, 2014, 04:38:00 PM
Tough break Roy.
I've collected a few things for my swap bow but haven't started.
The last bow I clued up had a lot of splintering during glue up.
It was when it was really cold and I think the moisture was too low.
I've collected a few things for my swap bow but haven't started.
The last bow I clued up had a lot of splintering during glue up.
It was when it was really cold and I think the moisture was too low.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 03, 2014, 04:42:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 03, 2014, 04:42:00 AM
Haven't been able to get to my trade bow lately beyond making the belly lams with splices, and glued up a riser.Hopefully next week should see some progress,
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 04:59:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 04:59:00 AM
It happens Mac, I've been on a good run with BBO's and guess it was past due for a splinter to show up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 03, 2014, 05:20:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 03, 2014, 05:20:00 AM
Hey Roy gotta a pic of those boo cracks for me? Can`t imagine this at all but could be very usefull for my upcomming BBX/trilam attempt...
THX dude ;)
THX dude ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 06:07:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 06:07:00 AM
I'll take some today, Moe.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 03, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 03, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
Roy see what happens when you stand behind me & break pieces of wood when I've got a bow on the tree. I know how you feel buddy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: John Scifres on February 03, 2014, 01:09:00 PM
Post by: John Scifres on February 03, 2014, 01:09:00 PM
My bow is complete and will be shipped in the next week or so. It's a wicked cool osage selfbow, xx# @ xx" for XXXXXXX "XXXXXXXXX" XXXXXXXXXX.
I'll post pics tonight.
I'll post pics tonight.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 03, 2014, 03:12:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 03, 2014, 03:12:00 PM
I am in the final stages of my second swap bow i could not decide which to build so I built both. This one came in more closely to the target weight. 50# @ 28" it is 60" ntn. And so very smooth.
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/5f2fed7386389624a627125f8c217b4f.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/64ff7d0895ef8ad1fa4966e37f27345e.jpg)
Now to decide which to send out...My first one was 56" ntn and right at or slightly under 60# @28. Has a little more of a pull not quite as silky smooth as the 60". Both are really throwing a heavy arrow fast...
What to do? :D
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/5f2fed7386389624a627125f8c217b4f.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/64ff7d0895ef8ad1fa4966e37f27345e.jpg)
Now to decide which to send out...My first one was 56" ntn and right at or slightly under 60# @28. Has a little more of a pull not quite as silky smooth as the 60". Both are really throwing a heavy arrow fast...
What to do? :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on February 03, 2014, 03:16:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on February 03, 2014, 03:16:00 PM
woo-oo now that purdy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 03, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 03, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
You could be that over-zealous bowyer who just sends both and makes the rest of us look bad...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 03, 2014, 03:47:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 03, 2014, 03:47:00 PM
Yep - I thought about that for about a 1/2 a second and then realized I still have a little selfishness left in me...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 03, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 03, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
That's a beauty!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
Got it ready to ship (http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0107_zpsda8c9c73.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by ranger 3:(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0106_zps4b922f4e.jpg)
Got it ready to ship (http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0107_zpsda8c9c73.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 03, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 03, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
Sweet lookin bows, boys!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 03, 2014, 06:23:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 03, 2014, 06:23:00 PM
Awesome looking bows. I can shoot a 60 incher
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Mark Smeltzer on February 03, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: Mark Smeltzer on February 03, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
WOW, I just went through this thread start to finish. You guys made some super cool bows. Makes me wish I had signed up now.
Next time.
Mark
Next time.
Mark
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on February 03, 2014, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: macbow on February 03, 2014, 08:20:00 PM
Ranger 3 that is a good looking bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on February 03, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on February 03, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Cunruhshoot & Ranger 3, those bows a awesome!!!
Here's where I'm at so far. It is 65" tip to tip. the design was changed to a mollie style so that I could keep enough wood around the knot in the lever. Still not sure if it will survive and hope it doesn't cause too much hand shock due to the extra weight on that end. At this point I'm ready to start tillering. Most of the reflex is natural, once I removed a few dips.
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030534.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030534.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030529.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030529.jpg.html)
Filled knot, front view (http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030530.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030530.jpg.html)
Knot, back view
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030533.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030533.jpg.html)
Knot, side view
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030532.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030532.jpg.html)
Here's where I'm at so far. It is 65" tip to tip. the design was changed to a mollie style so that I could keep enough wood around the knot in the lever. Still not sure if it will survive and hope it doesn't cause too much hand shock due to the extra weight on that end. At this point I'm ready to start tillering. Most of the reflex is natural, once I removed a few dips.
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030534.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030534.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030529.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030529.jpg.html)
Filled knot, front view (http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030530.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030530.jpg.html)
Knot, back view
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030533.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030533.jpg.html)
Knot, side view
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P2030532.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P2030532.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
Very nice work guys. I had to start all over as the boo popped up two cracks on the first try. Such is life when working with bamboo. I love it but it pisses me off at times:)
So I decided to jump outside of the box and make a quad lam this time instead of a tri lam. It's for Kenny M anyway so I don't care how it works out, LMAO:)
Osage belly lam from Kenny, then a red elm core lam, then an Osage core lam from Kenny, then backed wif boo. Bocote riser from Kenny and awesome cow horn tip over lays from Trapper Rob. Wish me luck...
Material here.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7778.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7778.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7779.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7779.jpg.html)
Had to lay out the Z splice.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7783.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7783.jpg.html)
Here it is cut out.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7784.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7784.jpg.html)
Had to Z splice the belly and core Osage lams, here they are glued up for the night.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7789.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7789.jpg.html)
So I decided to jump outside of the box and make a quad lam this time instead of a tri lam. It's for Kenny M anyway so I don't care how it works out, LMAO:)
Osage belly lam from Kenny, then a red elm core lam, then an Osage core lam from Kenny, then backed wif boo. Bocote riser from Kenny and awesome cow horn tip over lays from Trapper Rob. Wish me luck...
Material here.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7778.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7778.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7779.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7779.jpg.html)
Had to lay out the Z splice.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7783.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7783.jpg.html)
Here it is cut out.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7784.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7784.jpg.html)
Had to Z splice the belly and core Osage lams, here they are glued up for the night.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7789.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7789.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 03, 2014, 08:57:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 03, 2014, 08:57:00 PM
Started gluing up a test subject for my swap bow, I'm seriously considering one like it for **** when I receive the real materials for it. Still might have to order a bit of stuff, but it's mostly here. Looking at a main body of yew (thanks again fujimo for the offer) with possibly a riser of red elm, that or some of my oak from the above posts, and I haven't decided what for the ends yet, got some more research to do before I finalize that choice, as well as a secret backing, depending on how this test goes. I'm interested to see how this test goes, as it will be more extreme than what I am planning for my swap bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 03, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 03, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Got my riser all finished up and got the first coat of shinny stuff on it. and Im still working on the limbs. Curly walnut limb pad bolsters and buffalo horn tips.
Just taking my time.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/D820C5E4-5AF7-49B8-B5DF-472A0B621578_zpsavrafy5v.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/D820C5E4-5AF7-49B8-B5DF-472A0B621578_zpsavrafy5v.jpg.html)
Just taking my time.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/D820C5E4-5AF7-49B8-B5DF-472A0B621578_zpsavrafy5v.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/D820C5E4-5AF7-49B8-B5DF-472A0B621578_zpsavrafy5v.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 03, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 03, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Dan and Roy those are going to be outstanding bows
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Had to snap this picture as I left the shop, sort of romantic:) Have heat lamps on both Z slices, unibond needs to be kept at 65 degrees to cure, the lamps will keep it about 70 degrees.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7791.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7791.jpg.html)
And the sky is clear with a 1/4 moon and the stars are out:)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7786.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7786.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7791.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7791.jpg.html)
And the sky is clear with a 1/4 moon and the stars are out:)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7786.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7786.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 09:18:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 09:18:00 PM
Thanks everyone, sad to say this will be my last one. The arthritis in my hands after this is really bad, it will be a few days before I can even shoot.
No regrets though it has been great watching all the bows being built by all the great bowyers on here.
Howard
No regrets though it has been great watching all the bows being built by all the great bowyers on here.
Howard
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 09:18:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 09:18:00 PM
Moe here is the worst crack on the first bow, runs both ways on the limb. The lateral crack doesn't bother me but the crack to the edge of the limb does since it is centered in the lateral crack. Just asking for a blow up there. I super glued it and will shoot the bow to see if it holds. But I will never be happy about it.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7777.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7777.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7777.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7777.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 03, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 03, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
you're nothing but mush on the inside Roy :wavey:
another couple pages of great work men :clapper:
another couple pages of great work men :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 03, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
Thanks Boober-Boy:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: John Scifres on February 03, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: John Scifres on February 03, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Here's my Swap Bow for 2014. Osage selfbow. Kinda snaky.
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08090.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08091.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08092.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08098.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08097.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08093.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08090.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08091.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08092.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08098.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08097.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/2014%20Photos/DSC08093.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 03, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
As always nice bow John
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 03, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 03, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
Nice bow John (and everyone else.) Seems like there's some serious progress early this year!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 03, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 03, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Nice bows, guys!
John, great bow!
John, great bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 04, 2014, 12:11:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 04, 2014, 12:11:00 AM
Love that Osage bow John...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on February 04, 2014, 01:25:00 AM
Post by: scars on February 04, 2014, 01:25:00 AM
I just cannot stop being blown away by all of bows. And John I think that snake ate your bow. Just kinda snaky? But it is Xtra special:)
Roy, Deep breaths Long sighs.
Ranger sorry to hear about your hands.
Dan, Wow, love the levers and nice Dutchman that adds to the bows story.
And to the Glass bowyers;
All I can say is "Oh My Gawd"
Roy, Deep breaths Long sighs.
Ranger sorry to hear about your hands.
Dan, Wow, love the levers and nice Dutchman that adds to the bows story.
And to the Glass bowyers;
All I can say is "Oh My Gawd"
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 04, 2014, 03:20:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 04, 2014, 03:20:00 AM
Thank you Roy! After studying the pic for some time now I`m pretty sure it`s left of the node^^
This wasn`t visible before your stain job?
(I`m afraid I wouldn`t have realized this at all- but I gues you built "some" of those bows before ;) - ok I`ve seen some and they are amazing....)
This wasn`t visible before your stain job?
(I`m afraid I wouldn`t have realized this at all- but I gues you built "some" of those bows before ;) - ok I`ve seen some and they are amazing....)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2014, 06:20:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2014, 06:20:00 AM
To the right of node, Moe. I must have missed it before the staining. Putting stain on brings out all the little imperfections. After the first stain, I find all the little scratches and sand them out, then stain again.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7777-1.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7777-1.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7777-1.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7777-1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2014, 06:20:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2014, 06:20:00 AM
Very nice, John.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 04, 2014, 07:04:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 04, 2014, 07:04:00 AM
Aaaa K now I really got you...
I`d even say the parallel crac is caused by movement in the other.
Good to know ty!
I`d even say the parallel crac is caused by movement in the other.
Good to know ty!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on February 04, 2014, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: macbow on February 04, 2014, 10:57:00 AM
John great looking Osage as usual, love it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 04, 2014, 11:47:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on February 04, 2014, 11:47:00 AM
Here is my trade bow at first brace. She's coming along nicely.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/firstbrace-TGtradebow001_zps91327f28.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/firstbrace-TGtradebow001_zps91327f28.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/firstbrace-TGtradebow002_zps0fb01071.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/firstbrace-TGtradebow002_zps0fb01071.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/firstbrace-TGtradebow001_zps91327f28.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/firstbrace-TGtradebow001_zps91327f28.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/firstbrace-TGtradebow002_zps0fb01071.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/firstbrace-TGtradebow002_zps0fb01071.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 04, 2014, 01:10:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 04, 2014, 01:10:00 PM
Wow some very nice bows coming together. Self bow push is really going on after that glass bow blizt. Great work all. I am still behind, with 12" of snow falling on top of the 3 we had. My shop is snowed in. Oh and my leg still being in a cast up to my hip no bow being made here :(
Thanks for all the hard work yall are putting out. There well be bows in the mail soon.
Let me know when they go out so I can mark you as shipped. tracking numbers are highly suggested. If you are on the hold list and give me a tracking number I will move you to the go ahead and ship list.
Wow some great work.
Thanks for all the hard work yall are putting out. There well be bows in the mail soon.
Let me know when they go out so I can mark you as shipped. tracking numbers are highly suggested. If you are on the hold list and give me a tracking number I will move you to the go ahead and ship list.
Wow some great work.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 04, 2014, 04:33:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 04, 2014, 04:33:00 PM
How long till they remove the cast Kelly? I bet the wood chips start flying the minute it's gone!
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 04, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 04, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Here's mine ready for a shipping container-
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zpseea6f6ee.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zpsda825104.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zps904d3801.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zps4b30989c.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zps2cb79aa2.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zpseea6f6ee.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zpsda825104.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zps904d3801.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zps4b30989c.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/image_zps2cb79aa2.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Nice Trux...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 04, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 04, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
nice stuff happening here. John I really like that dark streak. I can definitely see my name fitting under them smudges too! my bow is just about floor tillered and i just made the first heat corrections to get the tips lined up. got a little twist to take out but nothing major. Stave # 2 had a drying check that i thought i got out with the layout, but it showed its self on the belly about 1/4" from the edge. i chiseled it off and theres still a bow there, just gonna be a little narrower... probably 1 1/4". no big deal.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 04, 2014, 04:52:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 04, 2014, 04:52:00 PM
Awesome trux!!!
I just got the last coat of finish sprayed.....should be shipped out by the end of the week.
I just got the last coat of finish sprayed.....should be shipped out by the end of the week.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 04, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 04, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Beautiful bow Trux! that leopardwood really stands out!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 04, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 04, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
Sweet Trux... Let the anxiety attacks start. :biglaugh:
Can you shoot low stretch string with the horn?
Cory
Can you shoot low stretch string with the horn?
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 04, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 04, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Cory, here is the proper question...
Can I shoot low stretch string with the horn?
I as in coming to MO! :D
Can I shoot low stretch string with the horn?
I as in coming to MO! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 04, 2014, 06:20:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 04, 2014, 06:20:00 PM
Well I got a PM that a bow was shipped today and it was not that beauty that trux made. That gives everyone a 1.6% chance of having a new bow to shoot as early as this weekend. Poor mailmen they are really going to be stalked now. :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 04, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 04, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
Oh and there are pics of it on here. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 04, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 04, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by heartlandbowyer:I hope you can that's what's on it going out plus it's got some clear glass underneath the horn...
Sweet Trux... Let the anxiety attacks start. :biglaugh:
Can you shoot low stretch string with the horn?
Cory
Thanks all
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 04, 2014, 06:41:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 04, 2014, 06:41:00 PM
Good one Kenny that is the right question. :thumbsup:
Trux, sounds great hadn't had any experience with horn, maybe shortly that will change. :D
Trux, sounds great hadn't had any experience with horn, maybe shortly that will change. :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 04, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 04, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Awesome David. Please be headed my way
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 04, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 04, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
I'm bettin someone will be mighty happy with that one!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 04, 2014, 07:44:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 04, 2014, 07:44:00 PM
Beautiful bow Trux.
I just finished gluing up a trial bow. If it works out, I know what I'm building for my swapper.
Dave.
I just finished gluing up a trial bow. If it works out, I know what I'm building for my swapper.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 04, 2014, 07:46:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 04, 2014, 07:46:00 PM
WOW trux.... :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 04, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 04, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
My trial bow's about half glued up. Already taught me I'm bloody well not using that many splices in my trade bow. My expectation is that it will come apart in my face, wasting ll the wood that went into it. Ergo, I'm tweaking drawings and construction methods for the next one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: tradbower on February 04, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: tradbower on February 04, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
A picture of my trade bow, it's 62" NTN 52@28 I have been shooting it in but I draw only 25" had a friend, who draws 27" shoot it for awhile and it looks like it throws a arra with authority.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3165.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3165.jpg.html)
Its a tri lam bow with raw boo on the back ,a center of Brazilin Cherry, with a belly of Osage. The tips have Deer Antler overlays . If all goes well I should be shipping next week, hope xxxxxxk# likes it. All the bows being made for this years swap are outstanding, there are some very talented people here on Trad Gang.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3165.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3165.jpg.html)
Its a tri lam bow with raw boo on the back ,a center of Brazilin Cherry, with a belly of Osage. The tips have Deer Antler overlays . If all goes well I should be shipping next week, hope xxxxxxk# likes it. All the bows being made for this years swap are outstanding, there are some very talented people here on Trad Gang.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on February 04, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: macbow on February 04, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Very nice
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on February 04, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Post by: macbow on February 04, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Very nice
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 05, 2014, 01:36:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 05, 2014, 01:36:00 AM
looks really nice from the one photo, bit shy? :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 05, 2014, 01:44:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 05, 2014, 01:44:00 AM
Love it Tradbower! Nice stain on the boo back...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 05, 2014, 02:35:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 05, 2014, 02:35:00 AM
Man! There are some really good things happening here! I like what I see.
I got some materials ordered tonight, so, with a little luck, I should be starting on my trade bow soon. Got a few other projects to finish up though.
Great work everyone!
I got some materials ordered tonight, so, with a little luck, I should be starting on my trade bow soon. Got a few other projects to finish up though.
Great work everyone!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 05, 2014, 04:28:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 05, 2014, 04:28:00 PM
I have a couple options here I'm thinking of...a Myrtle riser and either Myrtle or mango for the limbs....Myrtle is on the left what y'all think? :coffee: just some boring stuff from Idaho Curt :laughing:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140205_041455_691.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140205_041455_691.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 05, 2014, 04:34:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 05, 2014, 04:34:00 PM
Left side..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 05, 2014, 05:31:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 05, 2014, 05:31:00 PM
Wow either would be schmick!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 05, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 05, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
I have to go with either- they both look awesome!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 05, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 05, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
Tough to choose between the two. Why don't you just build two for me? ;) :D
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 05, 2014, 06:04:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 05, 2014, 06:04:00 PM
I'll take the door on the right...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 05, 2014, 07:19:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 05, 2014, 07:19:00 PM
I might be leaning towards the one on the right but here some colored pics to help visualize if they show up big enough to see
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/h5tk-1.jpg) (http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/6yal-1.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/h5tk-1.jpg) (http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/6yal-1.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 05, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 05, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Very nice
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 05, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 05, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Very nice bows, guys! WOW! :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 05, 2014, 08:04:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 05, 2014, 08:04:00 PM
Holy cow Soy! what great veneers!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: eagleone on February 05, 2014, 08:12:00 PM
Post by: eagleone on February 05, 2014, 08:12:00 PM
Those are some sweet veneers!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 05, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: D on February 05, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
I say go for the right side.
I can't believe bows are out the door already. That's great.
I can't believe bows are out the door already. That's great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 05, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 05, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
I still can't decide. They're both awesome pieces.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on February 05, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on February 05, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Both are great. Flip a coin!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 05, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 05, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Ok soy build both so we can really see what you are talking about!
Both are going to be awesome.
Both are going to be awesome.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 05, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 05, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
I am freaking stumped about what to build this year... Guess I am going to build what I want and hope that ******** likes it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2014, 06:03:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2014, 06:03:00 AM
Both are sweet, but I still like the top one..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2014, 06:10:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2014, 06:10:00 AM
Back to square one after the boo splintered up on # 1.
Here are the materials for #2, Osage is sweet lams and riser from the ole boy out in Linneus , Mo:) I made the red elm lam on my new drum sander:)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7I0pXwIkz8
Laying out Z splice.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7783.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7783.jpg.html)
Cut out and ready to glue up.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7784.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7784.jpg.html)
Clamped down till glue dries.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7788.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7788.jpg.html)
Gotta prep the boo next.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7790.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7790.jpg.html)
Here are the materials for #2, Osage is sweet lams and riser from the ole boy out in Linneus , Mo:) I made the red elm lam on my new drum sander:)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7I0pXwIkz8
Laying out Z splice.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7783.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7783.jpg.html)
Cut out and ready to glue up.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7784.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7784.jpg.html)
Clamped down till glue dries.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7788.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7788.jpg.html)
Gotta prep the boo next.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7790.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7790.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 06, 2014, 06:28:00 AM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 06, 2014, 06:28:00 AM
Looks like your having all the fun without me Roy I need to get back there & work on mine.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 06, 2014, 06:38:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 06, 2014, 06:38:00 AM
Bottom Soy...TY
But I see I really got to get my rear in gear, hard to "compete" with your alredy shown craftmanship :eek:
But I see I really got to get my rear in gear, hard to "compete" with your alredy shown craftmanship :eek:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2014, 07:51:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2014, 07:51:00 AM
Ya got my number Robbie ole boy, use it:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 06, 2014, 06:07:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 06, 2014, 06:07:00 PM
Have to hold off on my trade bow until my taper sled from Kenny gets here as my old one [ not from Kenny!] I just found has up to .005 variation from side to side! Been wondering why my weights have been a little erratic.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 06, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 06, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Back to work on my secret project test bow. I really hope I have a bow when I finish...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 06, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 06, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Keep at it Ed. You guys are doing some great work.(even you Roy)
I have a couple REAL nice quilted maple veneers. Now to find a nice riser combo to bring em together
I have a couple REAL nice quilted maple veneers. Now to find a nice riser combo to bring em together
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 07, 2014, 07:53:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 07, 2014, 07:53:00 AM
Everything is prepped and ready to do the final alignment, then pilot holes drilled, tooth picked and then glue her up.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ci1zLuy-aBs
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ci1zLuy-aBs
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 07, 2014, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on February 07, 2014, 09:41:00 AM
One of these days I'm going to make this bow .... motivation where are you ...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 07, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on February 07, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
this event is so cool....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 07, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 07, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
looks good roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 07, 2014, 06:54:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 07, 2014, 06:54:00 PM
My trade bow was supposed to be delivered today Priority mail today, but guess what it wasn't
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 07, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 07, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
Nice spread, Roy. Are you gonna show the toothpick procedure?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 07, 2014, 07:57:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 07, 2014, 07:57:00 PM
that's a XXX video
:biglaugh: :laughing: :laughing:
:biglaugh: :laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on February 07, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on February 07, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
:scared:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on February 07, 2014, 08:42:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on February 07, 2014, 08:42:00 PM
you guys better watch out- ol roy's up to something. he aint been giving anybody a hard time lately, sure been all polite an'such.
its just not the same around here anymore!! :D
i think either hes ill or hes planning something!!! :confused: :scared: :knothead:
its just not the same around here anymore!! :D
i think either hes ill or hes planning something!!! :confused: :scared: :knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 07, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 07, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Well I got word another bow went out today. Did everyone check their porches and stoops for rangers bow?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 07, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 07, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Got my riser spray with 3 coats of gloss still need to fill pores. so maybe a couple more coats this week end.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/45D4ACCB-071E-43EB-BC96-619CF674E3B7_zps8izxhbod.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/45D4ACCB-071E-43EB-BC96-619CF674E3B7_zps8izxhbod.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/45D4ACCB-071E-43EB-BC96-619CF674E3B7_zps8izxhbod.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/45D4ACCB-071E-43EB-BC96-619CF674E3B7_zps8izxhbod.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 07, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 07, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
NICE!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 07, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 07, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
Looking good Shawn!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on February 08, 2014, 12:16:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on February 08, 2014, 12:16:00 AM
Started cutting some stuff today for the trade bow. Got a real nice piece of figured walnut I'm gonna use for the lams, just need to figure out if I'm gonna splice something or just use as is. Also got some walnut and quarter sawn sycamore planed up for the riser, but I haven't fully convinced myself that's what I want to use yet. I just can't seem to make up my mind. I've got some nicely grained flat sawn hickory too, maybe I'll use that. Guess I don't know if I'm just not happy with the woods, or like it all and can't decide. Still can't find the dang camera to take pictures of any of it either! Wife took it to her mom's a few weeks ago and haven't seen it since. Hopefully it'll turn up - maybe I'll just have to send this one out sight unseen!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 08, 2014, 02:41:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 08, 2014, 02:41:00 AM
Deadly!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 04:03:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 04:03:00 AM
Red I did not take pictures of the tooth pick step. But after I run a string down the bow like in the picture below, I drill two holes in the handle area where the leather grip will cover them and also the riser section will cover them. I drill them about two inches apart and all the way through all material. Then at each limb tip I drill a hole on each side of the boo, but not into the boo, just right up against the edge. After the glue is applied, I stick tooth picks into all holes to keep the lams and boo centered. I also wrap tape around the mid limb area.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7812.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7812.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7821.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7821.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7823.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7823.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7827.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7827.jpg.html)
I decided to back off on the deflex and reflex on this bow. Seems lately I have been pushing for more and more d/r and I was not liking the results. So I wanted to just make a sweet looking r/d long bow without trying to go for a recurve look. Hell it's for Kenny M anyway so who cares... :biglaugh:
And Wayne, I decided to back off picking on all you girls, cause I'm an old guy trying to get into heaven:) LOL
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7812.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7812.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7821.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7821.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7823.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7823.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7827.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7827.jpg.html)
I decided to back off on the deflex and reflex on this bow. Seems lately I have been pushing for more and more d/r and I was not liking the results. So I wanted to just make a sweet looking r/d long bow without trying to go for a recurve look. Hell it's for Kenny M anyway so who cares... :biglaugh:
And Wayne, I decided to back off picking on all you girls, cause I'm an old guy trying to get into heaven:) LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 04:18:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 04:18:00 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KtJu0xoJKM&feature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHEXdeQ196M&feature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xaxn7cDp2E&feature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHEXdeQ196M&feature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xaxn7cDp2E&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 04:50:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 04:50:00 AM
(http://i1051.photobucket.com/albums/s428/craigvdz/2014-02-06_19-24-48_688_zps5ebb6b53.jpg) (http://s1051.photobucket.com/user/craigvdz/media/2014-02-06_19-24-48_688_zps5ebb6b53.jpg.html)
Got a bit more done today
made a string and started to tiller a lot of sanding still to do
cheers craig
Got a bit more done today
made a string and started to tiller a lot of sanding still to do
cheers craig
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 04:53:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 04:53:00 AM
(http://i1051.photobucket.com/albums/s428/craigvdz/2014-02-06_19-24-48_688_zps5ebb6b53.jpg) (http://s1051.photobucket.com/user/craigvdz/media/2014-02-06_19-24-48_688_zps5ebb6b53.jpg.html)
Got a bit more done today
made a string and started to tiller a lot of sanding still to do
cheers craig
Got a bit more done today
made a string and started to tiller a lot of sanding still to do
cheers craig
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 04:53:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 04:53:00 AM
(http://i1051.photobucket.com/albums/s428/craigvdz/2014-02-06_19-24-48_688_zps5ebb6b53.jpg) (http://s1051.photobucket.com/user/craigvdz/media/2014-02-06_19-24-48_688_zps5ebb6b53.jpg.html)
Got a bit more done today
made a string and started to tiller a lot of sanding still to do
cheers craig
Got a bit more done today
made a string and started to tiller a lot of sanding still to do
cheers craig
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 08, 2014, 05:31:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 08, 2014, 05:31:00 AM
do you like photobucket do you like photo bucket do you like photobucket? :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: I really like the look of the takedown Kiwi. nice sheep in the background too! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 08, 2014, 05:42:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 08, 2014, 05:42:00 AM
I like her too- but !say it once...
(will have time to repeat when she arrives here^^)
(will have time to repeat when she arrives here^^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 05:42:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 05:42:00 AM
Now Bobby, don't be admiring the sheep... :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 08, 2014, 09:39:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on February 08, 2014, 09:39:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Maybe Roybert's headache is starting to subside after all? He'll be back to thumpin' soon I suspect.
Now Bobby, don't be admiring the sheep... :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 08, 2014, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on February 08, 2014, 09:41:00 AM
Headed down to the barn today to pick out my wood so I can get it shipped off to Kenny and turned into lams. Maybe I can start my riser as well.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on February 08, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: Todd Cook on February 08, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Shawn, Roy and Kiwi: those are looking good. I really like that light colored recurve kiwi. What woods are those?
Roy, I really like that milder profile on that bow. I never have made a boo backed bow, gonna have to try that someday.
Roy, I really like that milder profile on that bow. I never have made a boo backed bow, gonna have to try that someday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 09:56:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 09:56:00 AM
Nope, been two weeks now and I still get one or two headaches a night. They will go away soon I hope.
Thanks Todd, I love making them. Go to this link below, I have more info there that I was giving to critman.. Page two I believe.
http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=011296;p=2
Thanks Todd, I love making them. Go to this link below, I have more info there that I was giving to critman.. Page two I believe.
http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=011296;p=2
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on February 08, 2014, 10:05:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on February 08, 2014, 10:05:00 AM
too late fer that Roy! :D
you getting migrains??
i empathize , i know all about them fellas :(
get better soon ol'pal
wayne
you getting migrains??
i empathize , i know all about them fellas :(
get better soon ol'pal
wayne
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 08, 2014, 10:14:00 AM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 08, 2014, 10:14:00 AM
Roy and Kiwi- great looking bows!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 08, 2014, 10:28:00 AM
Post by: D on February 08, 2014, 10:28:00 AM
Hey Roy no worries about getting in heaven your in there. They made a movie to prove it ALL DOGS GO TO HEAVEN!!! Ha
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 08, 2014, 10:50:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on February 08, 2014, 10:50:00 AM
Clusters, wasn't it, Roy? I get those. I had one actually make me black out and fall down stairs. Never felt that, I was too busy with the headache. They've gotten more frequent after the strokes. They slam me full of opiates and let me sleep them off.
Been praying for you, cause I been there. Had them ever since I got the plate in my skull.
Been praying for you, cause I been there. Had them ever since I got the plate in my skull.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 08, 2014, 11:47:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on February 08, 2014, 11:47:00 AM
Dang, you boys know how to make a guy stand back and deeply appreciate being relatively healthy.
Pulled a nice 8/4+ walnut board I milled up a couple of years ago from the barn rafters. Nothing fancy, just a nice, clean piece of relatively straight-grained walnut. Going to pair with some inner lams of cherry I milled up and had Kenny grind last year that I still have hanging around. Should be a nice "chocolate covered cherry" effect.
Planning to make a reverse-handled Hill out of it. But trying to figure out my riser wood(s). Can't make up my mind. Would like to jazz it up a little, but not too much.
Pulled a nice 8/4+ walnut board I milled up a couple of years ago from the barn rafters. Nothing fancy, just a nice, clean piece of relatively straight-grained walnut. Going to pair with some inner lams of cherry I milled up and had Kenny grind last year that I still have hanging around. Should be a nice "chocolate covered cherry" effect.
Planning to make a reverse-handled Hill out of it. But trying to figure out my riser wood(s). Can't make up my mind. Would like to jazz it up a little, but not too much.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 12:09:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 12:09:00 PM
Yup I get cluster headaches. Usually about every 8 - 10 months they come around for a few weeks. It's been two years now, so I thought they were gone for good. I get on a steroid and calcium blocker, then pop on an oxygen mask to kill them when they hit. It's always different lengths of time that they last. But without oxygen, it feels like a drill bit is being ran into my temple, very painful, worse than migraines.
Thanks Trux, and D don't make me come down there son:)
Thanks Trux, and D don't make me come down there son:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 08, 2014, 12:41:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 08, 2014, 12:41:00 PM
To me there's nothing quite like good walnut. Should be a looker.
I'd love those options, when I get disability I'll probably look into the oxygen. As it is I may have headaches lasting 12 or more hours. I thank God you have effective treatments.
How does a reverse handled Hill look, anyway?
I'd love those options, when I get disability I'll probably look into the oxygen. As it is I may have headaches lasting 12 or more hours. I thank God you have effective treatments.
How does a reverse handled Hill look, anyway?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 08, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 08, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Sorry to hear about your headaches, Roy.
I had a student, she's 23 yrs old now, that had migraines.
A little over a year ago she had surgery on her neck to relieve the pain. So far so good for her.
I've seen her suffer through those rotten headaches so I kinda know what you're goin' through. :confused:
Craig, that's a sweet recurve!
And, Bob, I didn't notice the sheep until you pointed'em out! :saywhat:
I had a student, she's 23 yrs old now, that had migraines.
A little over a year ago she had surgery on her neck to relieve the pain. So far so good for her.
I've seen her suffer through those rotten headaches so I kinda know what you're goin' through. :confused:
Craig, that's a sweet recurve!
And, Bob, I didn't notice the sheep until you pointed'em out! :saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 02:15:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2014, 02:15:00 PM
Thanks Red. My wife had a plate and 4 screws put in her neck, that really helped with her headaches too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 08, 2014, 02:21:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 08, 2014, 02:21:00 PM
Crap! I forgot to post what I logged on for!
I haven't been able to work on my trade bow yet, but I just got off the phone with Mike Yancy. I ordered up the material I need and should be working on a bow for *********** by the end of the week.
I know I've had a month but they keep cramming stupid stuff into the school day! And working two jobs doesn't help. :banghead:
I'm a little intimidated by such beautiful laminated bows! I'll definitely have to try one of those. I think I'd like to try Sam Harper's build, no fg.
I haven't been able to work on my trade bow yet, but I just got off the phone with Mike Yancy. I ordered up the material I need and should be working on a bow for *********** by the end of the week.
I know I've had a month but they keep cramming stupid stuff into the school day! And working two jobs doesn't help. :banghead:
I'm a little intimidated by such beautiful laminated bows! I'll definitely have to try one of those. I think I'd like to try Sam Harper's build, no fg.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 08, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 08, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Some really nice bows being built. Looking at them all, I feel like a kid in a candy store.
Roy, I know everyone is different when it comes to headaches and migrains, but one thing that worked for me was to read the labels on all foods from the store and cut out anything with MSG. That stuff is as good as rat poison and should be illegal. I haven't had a bad headache since. I still get them, but not often and not severe.
Dave.
Roy, I know everyone is different when it comes to headaches and migrains, but one thing that worked for me was to read the labels on all foods from the store and cut out anything with MSG. That stuff is as good as rat poison and should be illegal. I haven't had a bad headache since. I still get them, but not often and not severe.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on February 08, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on February 08, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Roy - Sorry to hear ya got the clusters back. I know you were doing really well with them too. I usually get mine in the spring, so my time is probably coming up in about a month or so. Here's an image that I think is the best way to convey the pain of a cluster headache to someone who hasn't experienced one.
(http://i954.photobucket.com/albums/ae23/jsweka/cluster.jpg)
More on topic now....Great progress on bows everyone!
(http://i954.photobucket.com/albums/ae23/jsweka/cluster.jpg)
More on topic now....Great progress on bows everyone!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on February 08, 2014, 04:52:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on February 08, 2014, 04:52:00 PM
Great looking bows on here.Been building an edge sander so I haven't starting mine yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
sorry about triple post it was late at night here and photo bucket is not my friend
the timbers are recycled New Zealand natives.
The light colored wood is Tawa and was a bench top out of a bank.The darker wood is called Rewa Rewa a type cf honey suckle and was floor boards out of a demolished house.
Cheers craig
the timbers are recycled New Zealand natives.
The light colored wood is Tawa and was a bench top out of a bank.The darker wood is called Rewa Rewa a type cf honey suckle and was floor boards out of a demolished house.
Cheers craig
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on February 08, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on February 08, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Nice looking bows Roy and Kiwi! Saw that edge sander Jorgy, looks sweet!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 08, 2014, 05:47:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 08, 2014, 05:47:00 PM
Man those clusters don't sound great Roy, hoping you get more permanent relief.Kiwi, photobucket and I have a few disagreements too!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on February 08, 2014, 07:47:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on February 08, 2014, 07:47:00 PM
Roy, hope you heal real soon, wouldn't wish them on anyone.
Great looking bows Roy & Craig, like the wood combo on yours Craig. Looking forward to seeing them both finished up.
Glued the tip overlays on mine today, they are cooking by the woodstove now.
Great looking bows Roy & Craig, like the wood combo on yours Craig. Looking forward to seeing them both finished up.
Glued the tip overlays on mine today, they are cooking by the woodstove now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 08, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 08, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Great work once again gentlemen. Glad you got out of the garage okay Kiwi
I have some pieces to work with, I sure am liking quilted maple. I'll get a pic up tomorrow
I have some pieces to work with, I sure am liking quilted maple. I'll get a pic up tomorrow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 11:57:00 PM
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 08, 2014, 11:57:00 PM
!["]("http://s1051.photobucket.com/user/craigvdz/media/2014-02-09_16-58-08_359_zps50fdd7d6.jpg.html")
after a lot of sanding starting to look better
and just for Big Bob more sheep
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In some places they just called blonds
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 09, 2014, 05:48:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 09, 2014, 05:48:00 AM
Well Craig PB doesn`t seem to like you ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 09, 2014, 01:47:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 09, 2014, 01:47:00 PM
Got her to first brace today. 3" brace. My floor tillering is getting better and my first try was perfect... Very happy about that. Im guessing its 10 to 15# heavy.... So its going well so far... Long as i dont get scraper happy and end up with a kids bow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 09, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 09, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
Oops... Pics...:
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132706_274_zpszxgshsx3.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132706_274_zpszxgshsx3.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132713_349_zpshlznz5xe.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132713_349_zpshlznz5xe.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132751_557_zpsqryo0inp.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132751_557_zpsqryo0inp.jpg.html)
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(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132706_274_zpszxgshsx3.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132706_274_zpszxgshsx3.jpg.html)
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(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132751_557_zpsqryo0inp.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132751_557_zpsqryo0inp.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132958_484_zpsrgwtmis1.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_132958_484_zpsrgwtmis1.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_133049_136_zpsbpggutur.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140209_133049_136_zpsbpggutur.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 09, 2014, 03:02:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 09, 2014, 03:02:00 PM
Just love those snakey bows :notworthy:
here's an idea I'm working on. First time seeing quilted maple and I love it !
(http://%20[url=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/24dc16d9-1ab5-4d49-9ceb-37698f0de701_zpse2bc290a.jpg.html%5D%20%5Bimg%5Dhttp://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/24dc16d9-1ab5-4d49-9ceb-37698f0de701_zpse2bc290a.jpg)[/url] [/IMG]
here's an idea I'm working on. First time seeing quilted maple and I love it !
(http://%20[url=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/24dc16d9-1ab5-4d49-9ceb-37698f0de701_zpse2bc290a.jpg.html%5D%20%5Bimg%5Dhttp://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/24dc16d9-1ab5-4d49-9ceb-37698f0de701_zpse2bc290a.jpg)[/url] [/IMG]
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 09, 2014, 03:08:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 09, 2014, 03:08:00 PM
man thats pretty.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 09, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 09, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
WOW that's sweet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 09, 2014, 04:29:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 09, 2014, 04:29:00 PM
Had time to work on the swapper, but no pics just yet.....
May have to keep it for myself, its a little heavy for my victim at 750 # @280" :D (actually will start stacking before that) :laughing:
May have to keep it for myself, its a little heavy for my victim at 750 # @280" :D (actually will start stacking before that) :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 09, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 09, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Quilted maple looks really good under glass- you can leave it natural or stain it- both come out nice.
Dang Kenny if it was 749.5#s@280 it would be perfect...
Dang Kenny if it was 749.5#s@280 it would be perfect...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 09, 2014, 06:11:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 09, 2014, 06:11:00 PM
Whew Ive been looking for some quilted maple myself thats going to be a stunner.
Snakey osage is nice too.
Kenny I needed 751
Snakey osage is nice too.
Kenny I needed 751
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 09, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 09, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
you cant go wrong with any kind of maple. Looking good folks looking good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 09, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 09, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Ok Mike got his swap bow already so we are 1.33% complete this year!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on February 09, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: Todd Cook on February 09, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Kenny, 700# is about my limit. Can you shave a little off?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2014, 06:41:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2014, 06:41:00 AM
Took the swap bow out of the clamps. Pretty sexy but it's not going to make the 50#+ weight I need, more like low 40's so it's going to be Roy's bow and I need to make another bow for the swap. I had my suspicions because the belly lam was thinner than I need to get over 50, that's why I added the red elm lam. I even cut 4" off it and took her down to 60" and still believe it will only be low 40's. I have till July so no big hurry... It's all fun..
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7830.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7830.jpg.html)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNSE5utt9Sc
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7830.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7830.jpg.html)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNSE5utt9Sc
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 10, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on February 10, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
Roy if it ends up at 45# that will be just fine. ive kinda been thinking 45-50 might be a better weight for me at the moment. ive been shooting 55# and im having a hard time shooting it well, shooting lighter bows much better.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
I'll keep that in mind, Eric. :) And yes a lighter weight bow will make you a much better shooter...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 10, 2014, 09:17:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on February 10, 2014, 09:17:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Very true ... If only I could hunt with a 30# recurve, I'd be a legend!
I'll keep that in mind, Eric. :) And yes a lighter weight bow will make you a much better shooter...
I find that my accuracy is best at or below 40#. I can shoot 50# acceptably well for hunting at reasonable ranges ... but for the 3-D course ... less is more.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 10, 2014, 09:18:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on February 10, 2014, 09:18:00 AM
pretty curves Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on February 10, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on February 10, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
i dunno Roy- yer a bow building machine- you must have barns full of them- sounds like a ploy to just build another coupl-a bows :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
Thanks Wayne, it was a little experiment. Just wish it was over 50#. But then again, it's going to be mine. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 10, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 10, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Sweet looking bow Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 10, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 10, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Well I got my trade bow shipped out today so be on the look out for it.
And then I got a call from my wife about a package that arrived today... Were you expecting a box from Dave Lint I'm asked- right away I'm thinking trade bow and I'm right. The only problem is I'm out of town and won't be able to open it for a few days so now the anticipation really kicks in- plus the wife gets to torment me a bit. Here's what I know about it so far-
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/404649A4-3404-4735-AC41-0ABF15EB409F_zpskqitwh5j.jpg)
And then I got a call from my wife about a package that arrived today... Were you expecting a box from Dave Lint I'm asked- right away I'm thinking trade bow and I'm right. The only problem is I'm out of town and won't be able to open it for a few days so now the anticipation really kicks in- plus the wife gets to torment me a bit. Here's what I know about it so far-
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/404649A4-3404-4735-AC41-0ABF15EB409F_zpskqitwh5j.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 10, 2014, 08:32:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 10, 2014, 08:32:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 10, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 10, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
Well, I had a come to Jesus meeting with the bow I was testing for my swap recipient. I think I have firewood now, will have to check later when my hands work right again. Think I'm just gonna go with tried-and-true with one of my designs that I already know works. I think experimentatin' is for those who possess functional hands. Mine will probably be retiring form this gig after the swap and the horsebow I just posted about. I can shoot or make. I have to pick, and I'm gonna pick shoot. Can probably still make arrows OK though. We'll see.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 10, 2014, 08:56:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 10, 2014, 08:56:00 PM
Well we are 3% complete and with that one going out you have a 1.66% chance have having a trux special.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 10, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 10, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
:saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on February 10, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
Post by: scars on February 10, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
Wow, I feel like such a slacker. Once I put the safety backing on I have not touched it or even made a tillering string for Mr ****s swap bow.
Well Trux since I have not sent my bow out yet I know that your bow is not for me. Oh well life goes on.
Kelly I hope your leg is getting better.
Roy, If you need to send that beautiful disappointment somewhere then Santa Cruz Mountains might be just the place. :)
Soy here is another pair of Sunglasses for you :saywhat:
Awesome bows Trad gangers. :clapper:
Well Trux since I have not sent my bow out yet I know that your bow is not for me. Oh well life goes on.
Kelly I hope your leg is getting better.
Roy, If you need to send that beautiful disappointment somewhere then Santa Cruz Mountains might be just the place. :)
Soy here is another pair of Sunglasses for you :saywhat:
Awesome bows Trad gangers. :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 10, 2014, 11:56:00 PM
Post by: D on February 10, 2014, 11:56:00 PM
I'm right there with ya on the the slacker Scars. I haven't even started on ********'s bow yet. I've only been planning stuff in my head. Nothings in wood yet. I've got enough time though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on February 11, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: scars on February 11, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
LOL D, my best bows are always in my head:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on February 11, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on February 11, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
I am trying to get a bunch of arrowheads and some flint knives finished before the drawknife hits the wood...and the darn stone has been a pain in the asteroids....three knives became arrowheads, I thought my knapping tools were cursed..
Hopefully all the bad mojo is gone when the steel hits the wood in the next week or so...
All these bows being made make me feel a little behind the curve....
Hopefully all the bad mojo is gone when the steel hits the wood in the next week or so...
All these bows being made make me feel a little behind the curve....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on February 11, 2014, 01:05:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on February 11, 2014, 01:05:00 AM
Roy, if you need a place to send that bow, I'll give you my address! A few pounds under weight won't hurt my feelings a bit! I've always wanted to try one of your BBO's anyway. They just look so dang nice, and I never have time or materials to try one myself. Someday, maybe...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 11, 2014, 03:43:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 11, 2014, 03:43:00 AM
You guys don't listen well, I said it's going to be mine. :) LOL.. I'll not know for sure till it's finished, but I know it's no where close to 50 or even 45. 40 - 42 would be my guess.... But thanks for the compliments boys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 11, 2014, 08:23:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on February 11, 2014, 08:23:00 AM
eh eh roy you talking Speak up brother and send that bow my way. The first one needs a break from me shooting it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 11, 2014, 10:17:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on February 11, 2014, 10:17:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Sounds like a good candidate for an experiment in adding a gemsbok horn belly slat! That would make a really unique bow. Not alot of guys out there doing that.
You guys don't listen well, I said it's going to be mine. :) LOL.. I'll not know for sure till it's finished, but I know it's no where close to 50 or even 45. 40 - 42 would be my guess.... But thanks for the compliments boys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 11, 2014, 10:21:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on February 11, 2014, 10:21:00 AM
What Ben said... :readit:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 11, 2014, 10:35:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on February 11, 2014, 10:35:00 AM
HAHA plus Roy, maybe using some of that gemsbok horn will help ween you away from that fiberglass.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 11, 2014, 04:04:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 11, 2014, 04:04:00 PM
So do you think this has the makings of a trade bow? 62" lb, zebrawood and wenge, 14" riser. Targeting somewhere between 40 - 50 lbs. I'm not experienced enough to confidently zero in on weight yet...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0029_zps5b0687b4.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0029_zps5b0687b4.jpg.html)
This will be the palm side view...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0031_zps7d6f1579.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0031_zps7d6f1579.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0029_zps5b0687b4.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0029_zps5b0687b4.jpg.html)
This will be the palm side view...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0031_zps7d6f1579.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0031_zps7d6f1579.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 11, 2014, 04:58:00 PM
Post by: D on February 11, 2014, 04:58:00 PM
I like it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 11, 2014, 05:20:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 11, 2014, 05:20:00 PM
Looks awesome to me!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 11, 2014, 05:36:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 11, 2014, 05:36:00 PM
Gotta love zebra under glass
Looks good enough for me :thumbsup:
Looks good enough for me :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 11, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 11, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
That's going to be a beauty!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 11, 2014, 06:00:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on February 11, 2014, 06:00:00 PM
I was sold as soon as I saw the wenge
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 11, 2014, 06:04:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 11, 2014, 06:04:00 PM
Looks good. :thumbsup:
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 11, 2014, 06:05:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 11, 2014, 06:05:00 PM
It will be awesome!Stunning in fact!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 11, 2014, 06:12:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 11, 2014, 06:12:00 PM
Looks good, Beach Boy!
My wife just texted that I have a long package at the house. I ordered materials from Pine Hollows Saturday afternoon and it's already here!
Looks like we may not have school tomorrow so maybe I'll get to start on my trade bow.
My wife just texted that I have a long package at the house. I ordered materials from Pine Hollows Saturday afternoon and it's already here!
Looks like we may not have school tomorrow so maybe I'll get to start on my trade bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on February 11, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on February 11, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Looks like a good one to me,beachbow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: eagleone on February 11, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: eagleone on February 11, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Wenge and zebra looks great together! Nice work!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on February 11, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on February 11, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
I like it!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 12, 2014, 12:29:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 12, 2014, 12:29:00 AM
Guess I just have to finish it without screwing up :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 12, 2014, 01:06:00 AM
Post by: soy on February 12, 2014, 01:06:00 AM
That's always the part that gets me :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 12, 2014, 01:08:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on February 12, 2014, 01:08:00 AM
lookin' good beach, really like them colors.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 12, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
Post by: D on February 12, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
Now to figure out to do a one piece of a three piece. And figure out what to make it out of. Pretty much so far all I know is that will use smooth on hahaha
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 12, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 12, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
I got some prime 3/4" PVC laid up if you want it...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 12, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 12, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Ok I got my hands on my trade bow from Dave Lint (delongbows)- this bow is awesome and the grip is perfect. I got to shoot it some and it really flings an arrow- it also came with a cool carrying case. Great job Dave! Thanks
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/CEA57166-3CEE-439D-8770-048D75A642B4_zpsus8ii42m.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/E45F553F-2D18-4E59-8796-04AFBAEC14B4_zpsxb0t7qya.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/C1610D24-85DA-452E-BC7E-F638CC7AF615_zpsz1bi6xiz.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/CEA57166-3CEE-439D-8770-048D75A642B4_zpsus8ii42m.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/E45F553F-2D18-4E59-8796-04AFBAEC14B4_zpsxb0t7qya.jpg)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll259/truxturning/2014%20trade%20bow/C1610D24-85DA-452E-BC7E-F638CC7AF615_zpsz1bi6xiz.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on February 12, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on February 12, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Beautiful. :thumbsup: I love the red in the middle of that riser.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 12, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 12, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Nice!! Great job on that clean looking riser Dave!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
And congrats Dave! :clapper:
And congrats Dave! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 12, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 12, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Very nice, congrats David and nice work Dave.
Is the riser wood shedula? Zebra?
Is the riser wood shedula? Zebra?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 12, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 12, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
That is amazing !!
:thumbsup: :clapper:
:thumbsup: :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 12, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 12, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Very nice Dave...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 12, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 12, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by heartlandbowyer:The riser is zebra and the stripes look like phonetic- the limb wedges look like walnut? Lots of bows I'm drooling over still but I really got a winner with this one.
Very nice, congrats David and nice work Dave.
Is the riser wood shedula? Zebra?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 12, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 12, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Thought the grain was to big for shedula but I had never seen zebra with that much strait grain.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on February 12, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on February 12, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Beautiful bow Dave! You're a lucky guy Trux!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 12, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 12, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Thanks for the kind words guys! David, I'm very glad it meets your approval. I changed up my pad angle and my wedge taper to try and squeeze every drop of performance out of it for you.
The riser is zebrawood and the wedges are chechen.
The riser is zebrawood and the wedges are chechen.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 12, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 12, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
I guess it's ok. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 12, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 12, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Looks like it puts the arrows where you want and the looks are icing after that.
Congrats trux.
Congrats trux.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 12, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 12, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
:thumbsup: Very nice. The longer I look at it, the more I like it.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 12, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 12, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Very elegant and pretty, great job all round.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 12, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 12, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
Wow! Very nice! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 12, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 12, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 12, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: D on February 12, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Congrats on getting such a looker than Trux. Not to mention how well it looks like it shoots. Well done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 13, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 13, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Great work Dave! Love the lines of it. What limb angle did you go with? Looks like around 6 or so.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 13, 2014, 08:09:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on February 13, 2014, 08:09:00 AM
Good eye....6 degrees it is. I usually go 8 on them.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 14, 2014, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on February 14, 2014, 10:47:00 AM
Wow - very nice take-down. :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 14, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 14, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Happiness is a set of nice glue lines...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/IMGP0035_zpsc1fdc3c3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/IMGP0035_zpsc1fdc3c3.jpg.html)
Kenny, those elm lams seem to really drink in the Smooth-On...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/IMGP0035_zpsc1fdc3c3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/IMGP0035_zpsc1fdc3c3.jpg.html)
Kenny, those elm lams seem to really drink in the Smooth-On...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 14, 2014, 11:41:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on February 14, 2014, 11:41:00 AM
nice!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 14, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 14, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
I was gonna work on tillering today but i ended up at home depot and decided id rework my tillering tree. Goodbye pegboard, hello chalkboard. Also got a neat idea for a cradle. Will show it off when its done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 14, 2014, 02:18:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 14, 2014, 02:18:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by beachbowhunter:Quote of the week right there....
Happiness is a set of nice glue lines...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 14, 2014, 06:39:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 14, 2014, 06:39:00 PM
Very nice lines.... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 14, 2014, 06:42:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 14, 2014, 06:42:00 PM
Looks great!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on February 14, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on February 14, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Pretty bow Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 14, 2014, 06:47:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 14, 2014, 06:47:00 PM
Nice...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 14, 2014, 07:47:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 14, 2014, 07:47:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Echatham:I definitely want to see what you do. I need to rework mine as well
I was gonna work on tillering today but i ended up at home depot and decided id rework my tillering tree. Goodbye pegboard, hello chalkboard. Also got a neat idea for a cradle. Will show it off when its done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 15, 2014, 12:08:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 15, 2014, 12:08:00 PM
those are some very nice lines for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 02:07:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 02:07:00 PM
Goobersan heres what im doin. Still gotta rig up my pullies and whatnot... And the paint has to cure a few days before i can draw on it.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140214_134727_095_zpsu0egbzxw.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140214_134727_095_zpsu0egbzxw.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140214_134853_257_zpshtlftf80.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140214_134853_257_zpshtlftf80.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140214_134743_499_zps7hsicv9q.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140214_134743_499_zps7hsicv9q.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140215_123929_183_zpsxwwxvdrn.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140215_123929_183_zpsxwwxvdrn.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140214_134727_095_zpsu0egbzxw.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140214_134727_095_zpsu0egbzxw.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140214_134853_257_zpshtlftf80.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140214_134853_257_zpshtlftf80.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140214_134743_499_zps7hsicv9q.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140214_134743_499_zps7hsicv9q.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140215_123929_183_zpsxwwxvdrn.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140215_123929_183_zpsxwwxvdrn.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 15, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 15, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
I guess it's ok, Eric.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
I think im gonna sew some leather onto the inside of the strap to make it more grippy if it doesnt hold onto the handle good enough
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 15, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 15, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
eric, might i suggest a couple lag bolts to help hold it to the wall? i tried a setup like that before, worked great for lower weights, but when i was tillering a 85ish# warbow, it sheered the deck screws and things went flying.
great work on all bows so far. i'm still heehawing around with a hickory stave and a yew stave, might go with a glass bow instead though. thinking walnut riser with tan and black phenolic accents, maple lams and brown glass.
great work on all bows so far. i'm still heehawing around with a hickory stave and a yew stave, might go with a glass bow instead though. thinking walnut riser with tan and black phenolic accents, maple lams and brown glass.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
not a bad idea timbermoose. either that or about 15 more 3.5" deck screws. i don't see me tillering anything over 60# anytime soon though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 15, 2014, 03:52:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 15, 2014, 03:52:00 PM
cool idea Eric
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on February 15, 2014, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: scars on February 15, 2014, 08:46:00 PM
Eric, it looks great. If you choose to use screamers you may want to stack them on top of each other like you did on the beam it is screwed into. Deck screws have less shear strength. The way you have it done now the screws follow a grain path in the wood any stress in it might split the block.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 15, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Screamers?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 15, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 15, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Great job Eric. I like how the strap will make setup easier. Should balance out when drawing the string. I may have to copy what you have there :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on February 15, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
Post by: scars on February 15, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Echatham::)Sorry that's a nick name for deck screws. They scream when you screw them into wood.
Screamers?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: tradbower on February 18, 2014, 01:15:00 PM
Post by: tradbower on February 18, 2014, 01:15:00 PM
I just finished cleaning the drive and vehicles of all the snow we got yesterday and at 12:30 pm today, I will be heading to the Post Office to get my Trade Bow on its way. Hopefully all the bad weather is gone for the next several days and it wont be held up by bad road conditions.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3166.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3166.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3166.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3166.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 18, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 18, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
toasted the belly on ****'s bow today, so im gonna wait a few days to resume tillering. also got a great deal on this giant timber rattler, should be able to do his bow and mine too.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/rattlesnake_zpsbe16a5d1.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/rattlesnake_zpsbe16a5d1.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/rattlesnake_zpsbe16a5d1.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/rattlesnake_zpsbe16a5d1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 18, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 18, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
neat!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 18, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 18, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
before and after toasting the belly
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140217_150029_673_zpsmtlmhw87.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140217_150029_673_zpsmtlmhw87.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153710_412_zpsfhayi10j.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153710_412_zpsfhayi10j.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153804_230_zpsoahixnka.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153804_230_zpsoahixnka.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140217_150029_673_zpsmtlmhw87.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140217_150029_673_zpsmtlmhw87.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153710_412_zpsfhayi10j.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153710_412_zpsfhayi10j.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153804_230_zpsoahixnka.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140218_153804_230_zpsoahixnka.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 18, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 18, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
Sweet, Eric...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 18, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 18, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
I like the chalkboard idea!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 18, 2014, 07:25:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 18, 2014, 07:25:00 PM
Eric that rattler is a big ol fatty, gonna look sweet on my bow. :D
That chalk board take me back to my days of pounding erasers together for detention! :nono:
Cory
That chalk board take me back to my days of pounding erasers together for detention! :nono:
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 18, 2014, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: D on February 18, 2014, 07:32:00 PM
Ha on the chalkboard erasers. We used to take the erasers and cut them up in tiny pieces and then stack them back together so it looked like nothing was wrong so when the teacher grabbed them they would fall apart in the floor. It sounds stupid looking back but it was funny back then. Finally got my wifes cabinet done so maybe I can get started on my swap bow. Hopefully that is. Thats a great looking bow Eric. Your doing a fine job on it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 18, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 18, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
I've run aground, the swap bow was perfect.
Weight, looks , it had it all.
When I sprayed it, the clear glass I put under the handle overlay showed up milky. I used Permatex crystal clear 5 min epoxy on it so I could work on it sooner. Bad mistake.
I guess I'll grind it all off, but now I don't have the matching lam overlay for it.
I may start over............ :banghead:
Weight, looks , it had it all.
When I sprayed it, the clear glass I put under the handle overlay showed up milky. I used Permatex crystal clear 5 min epoxy on it so I could work on it sooner. Bad mistake.
I guess I'll grind it all off, but now I don't have the matching lam overlay for it.
I may start over............ :banghead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on February 18, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: macbow on February 18, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Tough break Kenny.
I bet We'd all be happy with it with the milky overlay.
I bet We'd all be happy with it with the milky overlay.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 18, 2014, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 18, 2014, 09:24:00 PM
awe man...sorry.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on February 18, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: soy on February 18, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
yeah you had better start over and send that one to me :laughing: that sure is a bummer
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 18, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 18, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
send 'er up, it adds character. ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 18, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 18, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
Your swap bow is turning out just like your brother's :laughing: :laughing:
Keep at it Kenny, I'm sure it will turn out great
Keep at it Kenny, I'm sure it will turn out great
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 18, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 18, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Not good Kenny , feel for you . Did a bit of work on my trade bow. Not sure hows its coming out, might be on the light side of my recipients weight, bit early to tell yet. Instead of 8# at 33'' its might only go 6#. Might have to go plan B whatever that is!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 03:51:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 03:51:00 AM
Sorry about that Kenny. I know the feeling.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 19, 2014, 08:53:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 19, 2014, 08:53:00 AM
That stinks Kenny. the ony two glues I use are bowyers cement and ea40
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 19, 2014, 08:56:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on February 19, 2014, 08:56:00 AM
some great looking bows coming together for sure. Man I love this part.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 12:06:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 12:06:00 PM
I got a slip in my mailbox the other day saying I had a package at the post office. Because of bad weather and a federal holiday today was my first chance to get it. When I got to the PO I handed off the slip to the postal clerk and she went to look. 10 minutes later she comes out saying she can't find it. Finally another clerk suggested for to look one more place and there it was. I was late for work so I threw it in my car and headed for work without even looking who it was from. The box is a sturdy plywood box and I can't wait to get home to see what's inside and who it is from. Only 2 1/2 hours to go.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 19, 2014, 12:47:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on February 19, 2014, 12:47:00 PM
That suspense would be too much for me. Would probably quit the job and immediately open the box ...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 01:00:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 01:00:00 PM
yeah no kidding, "sorry boss, stuck in traffic, must be a bad accident, haven't moved in an hour" :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 01:42:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 01:42:00 PM
I'll be off in 50 minutes...but who's counting.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 01:43:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 01:43:00 PM
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 01:44:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 01:44:00 PM
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 02:00:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 02:00:00 PM
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 02:18:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 02:18:00 PM
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 02:29:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 02:29:00 PM
should be sprinting to the car in 3...2....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 02:43:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 02:43:00 PM
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Like a kid at x-mas.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 19, 2014, 03:27:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 19, 2014, 03:27:00 PM
well? where is he? stuck in traffic? lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 03:28:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 03:28:00 PM
Pat's in love now, leave him alone.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 03:36:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 03:36:00 PM
:archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
Looky what I got. It was worth the wait for sure...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking005_zps6829c91c.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking005_zps6829c91c.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking001_zpsdfe8915e.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking001_zpsdfe8915e.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking002_zpsbfc3b2be.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking002_zpsbfc3b2be.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking003_zps50132a1f.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking003_zps50132a1f.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking004_zpsfa8e9b3c.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking004_zpsfa8e9b3c.jpg.html)
Thank you David Turning for building this beautiful bow for me. It is incredible.
I had to hire a contractor to help me get this beauty out of the shipping box but a after removing a handful of screws, cutting some tape I got her out of her bonds and WOW!
I had to go out and put a dozen arrows through her and she shoots as well(or better) than she looks.
I'm totally thrilled!!!
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking005_zps6829c91c.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking005_zps6829c91c.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking001_zpsdfe8915e.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking001_zpsdfe8915e.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking002_zpsbfc3b2be.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking002_zpsbfc3b2be.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking003_zps50132a1f.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking003_zps50132a1f.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking004_zpsfa8e9b3c.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TGbowtradefromTruxDavidTacking004_zpsfa8e9b3c.jpg.html)
Thank you David Turning for building this beautiful bow for me. It is incredible.
I had to hire a contractor to help me get this beauty out of the shipping box but a after removing a handful of screws, cutting some tape I got her out of her bonds and WOW!
I had to go out and put a dozen arrows through her and she shoots as well(or better) than she looks.
I'm totally thrilled!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 19, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Excellent!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 04:10:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 19, 2014, 04:10:00 PM
man i like that one alot. its bows like that that make me wanna try the glass thing (like uncle Roy)!
:laughing: :archer2:
:laughing: :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on February 19, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on February 19, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Beautiful bow Pat and Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
Its been 3 or 4 years since I have shot a glass bow but I think I'll be shooting this sweetie a lot more. I'll have to make a special set of arrows now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 19, 2014, 04:32:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 19, 2014, 04:32:00 PM
Glad you like it Pat and it made it there- the shipping records didn't track it so I was a bit worried about it ending up in your hands. Looks good on the moss- I just have rocks at my place-lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 19, 2014, 04:34:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 19, 2014, 04:34:00 PM
Very nice.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Very nice bow, Pat and David..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on February 19, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on February 19, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
Congrats Pat, looks like you hit the jackpot.
Great job as always Trux.
Have mine tillered, am in the shooting in phase now. Have about 150 through it so far with no problems other than a little tweaking. If all goes well should be ready to start dressing it up soon.
Great job as always Trux.
Have mine tillered, am in the shooting in phase now. Have about 150 through it so far with no problems other than a little tweaking. If all goes well should be ready to start dressing it up soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 19, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on February 19, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
Wow! Awesome!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 19, 2014, 06:17:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 19, 2014, 06:17:00 PM
Congrats Pat, nice bow Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 07:10:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on February 19, 2014, 07:10:00 PM
Thanks guys. I do feel privileged to receive such a nice bow. David builds a very nice bow that is as functional as it is beautiful.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 19, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 19, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
Kudos pat and Dave! Finally got a start on my trade bow. Just going for a solid well built hunting bow that my recipient can thrash through the wood with no worry.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on February 19, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on February 19, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
Lucky dog Pat, very nice bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on February 19, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: kennym on February 19, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Nice job Dave and congrats Pat!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: tradbower on February 19, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Post by: tradbower on February 19, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Pat awesome bow and Dave is a awesome bowyer :clapper: :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on February 19, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on February 19, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Congrats Pat! Great looking bow Dave!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 19, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Got the cow horn tips roughed in tonight, not looking too shabby and it will be over 50 pounds... Strung it up tonight, top limb is a little stiff and flat, but that's no biggie...
Re did the tillering tree cradle tonight, so I did not pull the bow on the tree.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/tipone.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/tipone.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/tiptwo.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/tiptwo.png.html)
Re did the tillering tree cradle tonight, so I did not pull the bow on the tree.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/tipone.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/tipone.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/tiptwo.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/tiptwo.png.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 20, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 20, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
That's some fine craftsmanship Roy!
Congrats to both Dave and Pat. That is a beautiful bow. I really like those profiles.
Congrats to both Dave and Pat. That is a beautiful bow. I really like those profiles.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 20, 2014, 12:31:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 20, 2014, 12:31:00 AM
I just noticed, 52 pages of fun in just a little over one months time! Congrats Gang! Everyone has been busy, and creating some amazing sticks! Good job everyone.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 20, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 20, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
Trux you sure set a high bar!! Well done.
Roy, emmersome cool tips
Roy, emmersome cool tips
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 02:43:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 02:43:00 AM
Great job as usual Trux, lucky Pat! Like the look of those horn tips ol' fella Roy. I've got my trade bow close to being done, hit weight ok, few cosmetic details to go, then its just manage to cough up for the shipping over there! Might throw couple photos up here tomorrow if it all works out well.I always like to get mine done early so I can deal with any local orders as they come in. Also good to kick back and watch all the beautiful creations being posted from a lot of seriously talented guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 20, 2014, 06:51:00 AM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 20, 2014, 06:51:00 AM
Looks good Roy nice looking piece of horn.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 20, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 20, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
you changed your style a little on this one Roy
looks real nice. I'm working on a mosaic(Trux style) and it may end up in a leopardwood riser
Great job all !!
looks real nice. I'm working on a mosaic(Trux style) and it may end up in a leopardwood riser
Great job all !!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 20, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 20, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
The white horn is cool Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 20, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 20, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Nice tips Roy...love the color!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on February 20, 2014, 08:52:00 PM
Post by: Walt Francis on February 20, 2014, 08:52:00 PM
Dave,
That is a beautiful bow.
Roy,
Nice tip.
That is a beautiful bow.
Roy,
Nice tip.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 20, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 20, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Hopefully got a start on my swap bow for*********** hope he is cool with a curve. (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140220_134121_858_zpsed32414b.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140220_134121_858_zpsed32414b.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140220_195300_302_zpsace5ca95.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140220_195300_302_zpsace5ca95.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140220_195423_189_zpsc3bb3562.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140220_195423_189_zpsc3bb3562.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 20, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 20, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Congrats Pat.
Roy that one is going to be awesome.
Heart I am sure ***** likes is bow like he likes his women; with curves in the right spot.
Roy that one is going to be awesome.
Heart I am sure ***** likes is bow like he likes his women; with curves in the right spot.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on February 20, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on February 20, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Looks great Cory....I am totally cool with a curve!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 20, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 20, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
I like it! Is that the makings of the riser on the bench?
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 20, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 20, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Dave got other plans for that one, that's gonna be a 2 piece LB. Haven't quite decided on the riser for this one yet probably bocote and something else.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Ok got my swap bow nearly done, just needs lot of finish coats etc, and getting a new string. It is made from all Aussie woods.Riser is Hairy Oak/ silver ash with Gidgee accents.
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/003-18.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/003-18.jpg.html)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/003-18.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/003-18.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Limbs have no finish on them as yet. Hairy Oak/black wattle
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/002-15.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/002-15.jpg.html)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/002-15.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/002-15.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
Another shot of limbs.
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/005-12.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/005-12.jpg.html)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/005-12.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/005-12.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 20, 2014, 11:06:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 20, 2014, 11:06:00 PM
That riser is nice Bob!! How did you do the inlay?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:09:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:09:00 PM
showing splice and chevron Black wattle above and hairy oak below. Gidgee margins, and silver ash center. The 'diamond' inlay on riser out of gidgee with have recipient's initials on it.It will be some time before it gets over there. some more work on it yet and shipping will take couple weeks went done.Will notify once its on its way.
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/003-17.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/003-17.jpg.html)
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 20, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Re the inlay Trux, just used a scalpel initially to cut the outline and then various bits in a dremel.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 20, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 20, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
Nice job on it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 21, 2014, 12:45:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 21, 2014, 12:45:00 AM
Dang Bigbob I love that hairy oak!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 21, 2014, 12:47:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 21, 2014, 12:47:00 AM
Man, if all these bows are coming my way, I'd better get busy! Lol. Great job everyone! And I mean everyone. I haven't seen a bow yet, that I wouldn't be bragging about and proud to own!
Should be making some progress on my swapper in about a week or so.
Should be making some progress on my swapper in about a week or so.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 21, 2014, 02:12:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on February 21, 2014, 02:12:00 AM
Very Sweet Woods!
:eek:
:eek:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 21, 2014, 02:51:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 21, 2014, 02:51:00 AM
Dang Bob and Heart those are stunning... No way my bows can compete with the work everyone is producing. Crossing my fingers my victim likes what is coming
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 21, 2014, 02:57:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 21, 2014, 02:57:00 AM
Sweet one Bob- the classy line and wood with the fancy gimmicks make her really outstanding!
Hope you checked for shipping before- I`ll go with a 3pc not only but also to make her shipping abroad affordable...
And Cory- the one who doesn`t love "your curves" would have better stayed away from the swap^^
Hope you checked for shipping before- I`ll go with a 3pc not only but also to make her shipping abroad affordable...
And Cory- the one who doesn`t love "your curves" would have better stayed away from the swap^^
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 21, 2014, 03:40:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 21, 2014, 03:40:00 AM
Thanks gents, and Moe I checked on shipping costs to US and they are same as last year, 'bout $72. Won't mind if yours comes my way Cory! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 21, 2014, 04:45:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 21, 2014, 04:45:00 AM
Damn I just can`t decide what to build... was lurking the inet for a proper inspiration and found too many of them at once.
Got the tools, the stuff and no idear :confused:
Proving once again everybody suffers his own level....
Got the tools, the stuff and no idear :confused:
Proving once again everybody suffers his own level....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 21, 2014, 06:12:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 21, 2014, 06:12:00 AM
I guess it's Ok, Bobby. Make sure ya get my address right. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on February 21, 2014, 12:11:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on February 21, 2014, 12:11:00 PM
Nice looking bow Bob,like that hairy oak.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 21, 2014, 02:37:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 21, 2014, 02:37:00 PM
Great job Bob!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 21, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 21, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
got my bow all tillered out. right on weight, well... 2# over the center of mr **********'s range. working on shaping up the handle and tips so i can start shooting it in and adjusting tiller if needed. i never really have needed to adjust anything after shooting in, but i always watch closely. need to get a proper string made too. wonder what kind of nocks that guy uses.... i guess if i send him a dozen arrows he'll use what i use won't he! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 21, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 21, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Bigbob, I said it before and I'll say it again, you build a great looking bow! I love those Aussie woods. :thumbsup:
Moe, if I might make a suggestion, why don't you build something that includes European woods. Maybe some local walnut, red beech, etc. There are some nice woods over there.
Dave.
Moe, if I might make a suggestion, why don't you build something that includes European woods. Maybe some local walnut, red beech, etc. There are some nice woods over there.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 21, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 21, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
only thing I'm picky about Eric is PVC. Can't stand the stuff ! Gives me the worst rash ever :knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 21, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 21, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
Haven't been on line for a few nights and man! What I've been missin'!!!
Bob, it broke my heart when I saw the arrow rest on the wrong side! :clapper:
Bob, it broke my heart when I saw the arrow rest on the wrong side! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 21, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 21, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Thanks guys, sorry 'bout that red hill! Got a few flaws in it I'm not happy about! Hope #@$%$# likes it, when it eventually gets there.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 21, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 21, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
Goobersan im with ya on the pvc. had a pvc pipe bust at work today and made a huge mess on alot of expensive equipment. so i kinda got a grudge.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on February 21, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on February 21, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Bob, I love it already and it's not even here yet, lol.
Still shooting mine in yet, tiller seems to be holding well, weight is where it should be. So far so good. Will get some pics up soon.
Still shooting mine in yet, tiller seems to be holding well, weight is where it should be. So far so good. Will get some pics up soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 21, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 21, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
Man bob I bet *** is going to flip when that hits his door step.
I went to a shorter cast this week so I my be able to get out on the front porch and get a drawknife out.
I went to a shorter cast this week so I my be able to get out on the front porch and get a drawknife out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 21, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
Post by: D on February 21, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
Holy Cow I don't check this for a couple of days and wow. Great looking stuff everybody.. Congrats Pat. Well done Dave
I would be completely happy with a recurve.
Bob that's a sweet looking bow. I like the initial inlay idea.
Roy I like those tips. I like the white cowhorn. Almost turns clear when its polished up
I went by the wood store and got some small stuff today. Gonna try something I've never tried before. Try it in a few days when I get a little more time. Great looking work everybody.
I would be completely happy with a recurve.
Bob that's a sweet looking bow. I like the initial inlay idea.
Roy I like those tips. I like the white cowhorn. Almost turns clear when its polished up
I went by the wood store and got some small stuff today. Gonna try something I've never tried before. Try it in a few days when I get a little more time. Great looking work everybody.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 22, 2014, 11:56:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on February 22, 2014, 11:56:00 AM
got my tips roughed out with wb horn and whitetail antler, grips all shaped up, fixin to twist up a d97 string and start shootin her a little. snake skin should be here early next week. right now its holding just a hair of reflex, im betting and hoping its going to settle out straight standing. mass weight is right on the money as per the mass principle. i kinda wanted to flip the tips a little but i can't do it due to a cluster of pins near one tip. i don't think ill shoot it today cause its so moist out, and i don't want it absorbing moisture.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113712_257_zpsnmysf9yj.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113712_257_zpsnmysf9yj.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113737_557_zpsvd1nt0tt.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113737_557_zpsvd1nt0tt.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113903_130_zpsj1avfbrg.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113903_130_zpsj1avfbrg.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_114033_293_zpsxgnrvy3d.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_114033_293_zpsxgnrvy3d.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113712_257_zpsnmysf9yj.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113712_257_zpsnmysf9yj.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113737_557_zpsvd1nt0tt.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113737_557_zpsvd1nt0tt.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113903_130_zpsj1avfbrg.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_113903_130_zpsj1avfbrg.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_114033_293_zpsxgnrvy3d.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_114033_293_zpsxgnrvy3d.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 22, 2014, 12:39:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 22, 2014, 12:39:00 PM
lookin' good. them tips are nice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 22, 2014, 01:07:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 22, 2014, 01:07:00 PM
Looks nice, Eric
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 22, 2014, 02:26:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 22, 2014, 02:26:00 PM
Holy smokes eric I like the tips but you have done something I have never see before got ole roy to say it was NICE!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 22, 2014, 02:51:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 22, 2014, 02:51:00 PM
i seen him do it once before... but it was about his own bow ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 22, 2014, 02:55:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 22, 2014, 02:55:00 PM
:laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 22, 2014, 04:13:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 22, 2014, 04:13:00 PM
I see three of yunzs took a smarty pants pill today.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 22, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 22, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
i took a smart a$$ pill.... cause im not wearing pants.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 22, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 22, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Should have some more pics. of my trade bow tomorrow heading to Roy's tomorrow morning hope he has the coffee on & the fridge stocked. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 22, 2014, 09:19:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 22, 2014, 09:19:00 PM
Tips look great Eric. And enough wiggle in that stick to make skinning it super-cool.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on February 22, 2014, 10:59:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on February 22, 2014, 10:59:00 PM
Big snow/ice storm here in MN. I just got power back that went out back on Thursday. Lot's of great stuff going on here while I was gone. It will be a while before I get started as I'll be working in the unheated barn.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 23, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 23, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Here's what I got so far.
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage087_zps878e736e.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage087_zps878e736e.jpg.html)
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage088_zps1a4b6054.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage088_zps1a4b6054.jpg.html)
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage087_zps878e736e.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage087_zps878e736e.jpg.html)
(http://i1355.photobucket.com/albums/q717/TrapperRob/bedfordvillage088_zps1a4b6054.jpg) (http://s1355.photobucket.com/user/TrapperRob/media/bedfordvillage088_zps1a4b6054.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 23, 2014, 08:46:00 PM
Post by: D on February 23, 2014, 08:46:00 PM
Finally got to do just a little work today. Not much though. I spent a little time working on some veneers to splice. Just worked on some ides a little. The plan is for the bow tips to be the direction of the top of the picture. They are walnut and some curly maple. I like the two in the middle best. Don't know which design I'll use yet though.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0093.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0093.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0093.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0093.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 23, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: D on February 23, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Good looking curves Rob. I like the shape.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 23, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 23, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
looking good trapper. is that ipe in the center?
have a plan for this summer after trade bow, my sons new bow(8yrs old), and one for my wife, of a boo/ipe/osage trilam. what is the riser?
D, i vot for #3. looks "cleaner/smoother" to me.
have a plan for this summer after trade bow, my sons new bow(8yrs old), and one for my wife, of a boo/ipe/osage trilam. what is the riser?
D, i vot for #3. looks "cleaner/smoother" to me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 23, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 23, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
D I like the second one from the left and the far right one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 23, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
Post by: D on February 23, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
Hey thanks for the votes guys. They are just samples I was playing around with. I made a metal template that match the radius of both the middle ones so when I do the real ones the lines will be cleaner and match.....hopefully. Just haven't decided which way to face the point either the riser or the tip. Thanks for the imput.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 23, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 23, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
Those veneers are nice- I'd put the points towards the tips. How are you splicing them?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 24, 2014, 06:45:00 AM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 24, 2014, 06:45:00 AM
Timbermoose the core is walnut.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 24, 2014, 08:05:00 AM
Post by: D on February 24, 2014, 08:05:00 AM
Its probably not anywhere near the right way to do it but I just take the veneers and cut the design out of the walnut and then trace it on the maple and cut them out to fit tight and then superglue them together. Already bent the two in the middle to make sure they wouldn't break apart in the form. I wish I could make a big block to glue together and then cut the veneers out of it but i dont have a drumbsandIt this seems to work pretty good. Ut
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on February 24, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on February 24, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
They are made of veneer?? -so about 0,6mm/0,0236220472" ; hard to imagine those splices hold together- even handling seems hard....
(If they are really that thin you could cut both at once for better match)
(If they are really that thin you could cut both at once for better match)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 24, 2014, 08:55:00 AM
Post by: D on February 24, 2014, 08:55:00 AM
Its probably not anywhere near the right way to do it but I just take the veneers and cut the design out of the walnut and then trace it on the maple and cut them out to fit tight and then superglue them together. Already bent the two in the middle to make sure they wouldn't break apart in the form. I wish I could make a big block to glue together and then cut the veneers out of it but i dont have a drumbsandIt this seems to work pretty good. Ut
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on February 24, 2014, 09:45:00 AM
Post by: David Flanrey on February 24, 2014, 09:45:00 AM
Look good to me either way D.
Bob, your bow looks great.
Rob, very nice profile. Bet it shoots great when you get it done. Are those tips horn or wood?
Bob, your bow looks great.
Rob, very nice profile. Bet it shoots great when you get it done. Are those tips horn or wood?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 24, 2014, 03:28:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 24, 2014, 03:28:00 PM
well mr **** your bow broke my arrow. you owe me one arrow. nah it was to weak for your bow and it shoots with such authority that when the extremely tough premium douglas fir shaft entered the target at an imperfect angle it exploded. seriously though this bow is pretty darn quick. and i gotta say i don't think ive made one that was this quiet without anything on the string. once i dug out some heavier spined arrows i was in business. put 50 arras through it yesterday and 100 today. here it is strung, a couple seconds after unstringing, and 30 minutes after unstringing. if ya decide you don't want it you can send it back! :laughing:
im gonna have to order some stiffer shafts for it, cause what i have just aint gonna cut it.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151242_858_zpseeb9jxze.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151242_858_zpseeb9jxze.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151557_826_zpspgjujesf.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151557_826_zpspgjujesf.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_185940_588_zpsbgo5lcmz.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_185940_588_zpsbgo5lcmz.jpg.html)
im gonna have to order some stiffer shafts for it, cause what i have just aint gonna cut it.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151242_858_zpseeb9jxze.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151242_858_zpseeb9jxze.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151557_826_zpspgjujesf.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140224_151557_826_zpspgjujesf.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_185940_588_zpsbgo5lcmz.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140222_185940_588_zpsbgo5lcmz.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 24, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 24, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Well, stop shooting it and send it on! Then you won't have to buy any new arrows...
Nice bow, I won't be sending it back.
Nice bow, I won't be sending it back.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 24, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 24, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
easy now :laughing: im sending the arrows with it. and its still gotta get skinned and shined up... and i want to get around 500 shots through it so i can be sure nothing funky goes on. ive had bows go funky after a couple hundred shots, but i think ive learned my lessons from those.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 24, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
Post by: D on February 24, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
YOU MEAN I'M GOING TO GET ARROWS TOO!! Thats a great deal. Looks great. Look forward to seeing it all prettier up
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 24, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 24, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Very nice looking bows gents.
I made some good progress on my swapper it pushes an arrow very nicely and surprisingly quiet for a recurve, not sure if the static tips help with that or not. It's about 3lb heavy at my shooters draw so I should be able to drop it down to his max with a little sanding. Went with zircote, bocote, and zebra in the riser. A little shaping left and a lot of hand sanding and she'll be on the shelf till I get the ok from Kelly. I promise you'll want it for spring hunting. (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140224_180230_764_zpsf91346c0.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140224_180230_764_zpsf91346c0.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140224_180245_831_zps6e8aca43.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140224_180245_831_zps6e8aca43.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140224_180314_927_zps1307564f.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140224_180314_927_zps1307564f.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140223_194247_455_zpsb260a568.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140223_194247_455_zpsb260a568.jpg.html)
I made some good progress on my swapper it pushes an arrow very nicely and surprisingly quiet for a recurve, not sure if the static tips help with that or not. It's about 3lb heavy at my shooters draw so I should be able to drop it down to his max with a little sanding. Went with zircote, bocote, and zebra in the riser. A little shaping left and a lot of hand sanding and she'll be on the shelf till I get the ok from Kelly. I promise you'll want it for spring hunting. (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140224_180230_764_zpsf91346c0.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140224_180230_764_zpsf91346c0.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140224_180245_831_zps6e8aca43.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140224_180245_831_zps6e8aca43.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140224_180314_927_zps1307564f.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140224_180314_927_zps1307564f.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140223_194247_455_zpsb260a568.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140223_194247_455_zpsb260a568.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 24, 2014, 07:40:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 24, 2014, 07:40:00 PM
Looks awesome!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on February 24, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on February 24, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
Nice looking bows Eric and Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 24, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 24, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
Dave those are cow horn.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 24, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 24, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
I prefer purple heart arrows Eric :bigsmyl:
Great Job Dave!! :thumbsup:
Great Job Dave!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 24, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 24, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Got the limbs finished and ready to spray. 60 inch bow that finished 117@ 37 inches.
Will spray two coats tomorrow. Spalted maple and koa veneers boo cores buffalo horn tips.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/9008A8E1-3C15-484C-A636-FD1D398B43B0_zpso34ngo4r.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/9008A8E1-3C15-484C-A636-FD1D398B43B0_zpso34ngo4r.jpg.html)
Will spray two coats tomorrow. Spalted maple and koa veneers boo cores buffalo horn tips.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/9008A8E1-3C15-484C-A636-FD1D398B43B0_zpso34ngo4r.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/9008A8E1-3C15-484C-A636-FD1D398B43B0_zpso34ngo4r.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 24, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 24, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Nice bows, guys!
Tried to work on my trade this past weekend but got roped into a honey-do job! Why can't spouses understand?
Need a couple of warm dry days to glue everything up.
Tried to work on my trade this past weekend but got roped into a honey-do job! Why can't spouses understand?
Need a couple of warm dry days to glue everything up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 25, 2014, 02:59:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 25, 2014, 02:59:00 AM
Very nice bows my friends!
I've been wanting a static belly mount. Guess I better get my rear in gear if I want that thing tuned up for spring gobblers! Lol. Might take me a bit longer now loosing Kenny. Anyone have an alternative source for lams other than Binghams?
I've been wanting a static belly mount. Guess I better get my rear in gear if I want that thing tuned up for spring gobblers! Lol. Might take me a bit longer now loosing Kenny. Anyone have an alternative source for lams other than Binghams?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 25, 2014, 07:50:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on February 25, 2014, 07:50:00 AM
John at Old Master Crafters. PM me if you need contact info
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
Goobersan howsabout douglas fir stained purple? ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
Make them hot pink, Eric.. Them pipe fitters like hot pink :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 09:00:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 09:00:00 AM
if they're for you they will be
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 09:06:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 09:06:00 AM
Now be nice to the ole man.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 25, 2014, 03:12:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 25, 2014, 03:12:00 PM
Better not make them pink Eric. They just may gravitate towards Pennsylvania.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
hell they might gravitate a whole lot further than that ;) or maybe just Pennsylvania... we'll see. put about 200 shots through her today and im happy happy happy. I shoot this thing pretty darned good even though its slightly different from what i usually shoot. might just have to keep it ;) . dropped a pound or two throughout shooting in, but still nicely in the range. doing my finish sanding now. might be gluin a skin on it by tomorrow or the next day.... oh, and i gotta order them shafts. maybe ill try them hemlocks that surewood has now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 25, 2014, 06:48:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 25, 2014, 06:48:00 PM
Just ordered myself a nice stick of hickory for my trade bow-think I have a good idea for my recipient finally...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 07:23:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 25, 2014, 07:23:00 PM
so whats your good idea? :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 25, 2014, 09:29:00 PM
Post by: D on February 25, 2014, 09:29:00 PM
Well I've been thinking for a long time to try and make my own lams. So no time like the present I guess. I made this last night. I seen one on here so I can't claim the idea but it works really well...better than I thought it would actually.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0094.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0094.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0094.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0094.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on February 25, 2014, 09:30:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on February 25, 2014, 09:30:00 PM
Nothing but top notch bows...I like'm all. I've been spending most of my free time with a cousin of mine who just today did his 30th of 35 radiation treatments for cancer with a couple weeks of chemo thrown in and he's sure having a hard time. I did get to work a bit Sunday on the toughest piece of hackberry known to man... Last 3 bows were Osage and super easy to work. Got a couple not so good pics
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/622c78d0-77b4-4fa3-a31c-c83941c2ef44.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/622c78d0-77b4-4fa3-a31c-c83941c2ef44.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/1FD7064B-0D96-444E-B05F-8C12FE563D4C.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/1FD7064B-0D96-444E-B05F-8C12FE563D4C.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/622c78d0-77b4-4fa3-a31c-c83941c2ef44.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/622c78d0-77b4-4fa3-a31c-c83941c2ef44.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/1FD7064B-0D96-444E-B05F-8C12FE563D4C.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/1FD7064B-0D96-444E-B05F-8C12FE563D4C.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 25, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: D on February 25, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
So bare with me ******** it might take me a few tries to make the right weight..goodness I hope not though..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on February 25, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on February 25, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
I'm a gadget guy myself D... I bet it'll work.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on February 25, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on February 25, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
I'm making a cable-backed bow, using what I learned from Knotmare to make a five or so pound adjustable draw weight deal. Also, I'm using it to cover up a boring hickory stick. I'm not exactly rolling in cash, but a functional backing I can create.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
Have the swap bow to 21 inches, top limb needs just a tad more wood removed, but the pull rope tells me the limbs are very close to being timed... Has a negative 3/16th tiller as of now, should drop to a negative 1/8th when the limbs are in time with each other. Tiller at a brace height isn't the name of the game, it how the limbs bend in harmony / sync at full draw that really counts... Give me another week or so and I'll get her shipped west. Maybe NW, maybe SW, maybe even California! Heck it could go all the way west around the globe to Germany or Australia.. Only the shadow knows for sure.. :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL9rt2FtQGA&feature=youtu.be
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap2-1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap2-1.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap1-1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap1-1.png.html)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL9rt2FtQGA&feature=youtu.be
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap2-1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap2-1.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap1-1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap1-1.png.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on February 25, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: Walt Francis on February 25, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Paul,
Check the the sponsors classifieds, Troy Breeding and Idaho Curt both have lams for sale. I also think Big Jim has started selling them.
Check the the sponsors classifieds, Troy Breeding and Idaho Curt both have lams for sale. I also think Big Jim has started selling them.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 25, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 25, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Hi I am shadow. :) and I aint tellin ole roys secrets.
Some very nice looking bows at work.
halfseminole there is nothing wrong with plain ole hickory heck a bit of stain goes a long way. I might would toast the belly a bit. Hickory is a bit soft in the belly and putting a cable on it might do some funny stuff.
I hope some who know more correct or confirm that statement.
Walt is right check our sponsors. I have never bought a lam but Idaho curt has posted some that made me want to start.
Keep up the good work.
Some very nice looking bows at work.
halfseminole there is nothing wrong with plain ole hickory heck a bit of stain goes a long way. I might would toast the belly a bit. Hickory is a bit soft in the belly and putting a cable on it might do some funny stuff.
I hope some who know more correct or confirm that statement.
Walt is right check our sponsors. I have never bought a lam but Idaho curt has posted some that made me want to start.
Keep up the good work.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 25, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 25, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Westtexan did you chase a ring on that hackberry. I have a log that worms go. I did not get the bark off and they did a bit of a number on it. I had some one chasing a ring but they do not remove like an osage ring for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 25, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Kelly I already sent you a bow, now you want another one? LOL :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 25, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 25, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
hey roy, lookin good, only 9" more on the tiller and you can send it my way. ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on February 25, 2014, 11:46:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on February 25, 2014, 11:46:00 PM
Yes Kelly I sure did, I didn't trust the back and it's pretty easy to chance a few rings.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/C1416D9E-0971-4463-B4CE-6EC8085172CB.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/C1416D9E-0971-4463-B4CE-6EC8085172CB.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/C1416D9E-0971-4463-B4CE-6EC8085172CB.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/C1416D9E-0971-4463-B4CE-6EC8085172CB.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 25, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on February 25, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Lookin good guys! (Do we have any ladies participating in the swap this year?)
The classifieds will be the first place I go for lams. Thanks for the heads up, and pm's. I have bought some veneers from idahocurt, and they are nice. Might even use a set on my trade bow.
The classifieds will be the first place I go for lams. Thanks for the heads up, and pm's. I have bought some veneers from idahocurt, and they are nice. Might even use a set on my trade bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 26, 2014, 09:00:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on February 26, 2014, 09:00:00 AM
Roy can we have to many bow? :dunno: I mean I got a roy's BBO Not a roy trilam. So see you caused it. But I don't have a Trux's anything or Kennym Or a bow from overseas yet and many many others. So God willing I will be running or in this swap for a long time to come yet.
Texan did you scrap it off or use your draw knife? I had the guy who was wanting to build a bow start with a draw knife but I think things are on hold until winter is over and his wedding is behind him.
Texan did you scrap it off or use your draw knife? I had the guy who was wanting to build a bow start with a draw knife but I think things are on hold until winter is over and his wedding is behind him.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
(Do we have any ladies participating in the swap this year?)
I can think of a few real quick.. :)
Kenny M
John Sweka
Cantalope boy
Little Ben
Bue
Trapper Rob
etc :)
I can think of a few real quick.. :)
Kenny M
John Sweka
Cantalope boy
Little Ben
Bue
Trapper Rob
etc :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 12:27:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 12:27:00 PM
LOL, Kelly
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 26, 2014, 12:36:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on February 26, 2014, 12:36:00 PM
At least we don't wear a buckskin dress. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 26, 2014, 05:21:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 26, 2014, 05:21:00 PM
whoot whoot didn't make the list roy! your alright i guess
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
Justin he said ladies, not little girls... :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on February 26, 2014, 05:43:00 PM
Post by: Buemaker on February 26, 2014, 05:43:00 PM
Do we have any grandmothers participating in this years swap?
Well, I can think of one real quick. He-he. :D
Well, I can think of one real quick. He-he. :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 26, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Now be careful ole Buey boy.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on February 26, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on February 26, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
What's that Grandma Royberta?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 26, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 26, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Looks like all the headaches have returned to poor ole Roy. :deadhorse:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 26, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 26, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
Roy I want to see you go to Norway to give bue a thumping.
but no I don't think there were any ladies in it this year.
but no I don't think there were any ladies in it this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 27, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 27, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
Is poor little Roylene threatening to whack some one with her handbag? :goldtooth: :biglaugh: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 04:10:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 04:10:00 AM
Ok Bobby Boy and Cantlope Boy, that will be e-nuff outta you girls.. :) LMAO
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 27, 2014, 09:23:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 27, 2014, 09:23:00 AM
Ok folks I've finished my swap bow. It's been another great fun year. I put together some pieces I had and I am pleased with the way it came out. I was nervous but "I Guess It's OK".
60 inch bow with 15 inch riser. Riser is walnut with myrtle and glass accents. The limbs consists of koa and spalted maple spliced veneers. A-boo cores with koa wedges. Walnut limb pad bolsters for back and belly. The tips are buffalo horn. The string not pictured is a SBD string from Pierre.
Thanks and y'all have a blessed day.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/90613343-BD49-4D8D-A32B-D8BFE47EDB0A_zpsdctou1pz.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/90613343-BD49-4D8D-A32B-D8BFE47EDB0A_zpsdctou1pz.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/053D6D42-4A77-4100-8CE2-1A213AA8BD7C_zpskwfwpozj.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/053D6D42-4A77-4100-8CE2-1A213AA8BD7C_zpskwfwpozj.jpg.html)
60 inch bow with 15 inch riser. Riser is walnut with myrtle and glass accents. The limbs consists of koa and spalted maple spliced veneers. A-boo cores with koa wedges. Walnut limb pad bolsters for back and belly. The tips are buffalo horn. The string not pictured is a SBD string from Pierre.
Thanks and y'all have a blessed day.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/90613343-BD49-4D8D-A32B-D8BFE47EDB0A_zpsdctou1pz.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/90613343-BD49-4D8D-A32B-D8BFE47EDB0A_zpsdctou1pz.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/053D6D42-4A77-4100-8CE2-1A213AA8BD7C_zpskwfwpozj.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/053D6D42-4A77-4100-8CE2-1A213AA8BD7C_zpskwfwpozj.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on February 27, 2014, 09:33:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on February 27, 2014, 09:33:00 AM
oh sweet Dmaxshawn ....
i hope this is coming over the oceans ... :)
mine is also finished. little more touches needed for make up. you know the ladies huh....
btw:
i was long away from here and internet since the doctors found some gray area in my daughters MRI brain scans. first they thought it might be tumor then they made more and more tesing... now it seems like it is nothing more than a birth mark... well we will keep going on MRI scans in bimonthly. we'll see what is coming up 2 months later... but i am telling you it was a hellest month in my life...
wish my daughter luck and pray for her... she is just turned from 7.
best.
i hope this is coming over the oceans ... :)
mine is also finished. little more touches needed for make up. you know the ladies huh....
btw:
i was long away from here and internet since the doctors found some gray area in my daughters MRI brain scans. first they thought it might be tumor then they made more and more tesing... now it seems like it is nothing more than a birth mark... well we will keep going on MRI scans in bimonthly. we'll see what is coming up 2 months later... but i am telling you it was a hellest month in my life...
wish my daughter luck and pray for her... she is just turned from 7.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 09:43:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 09:43:00 AM
Not bad I guess.. :)
Ink, praying all goes well with your Daughter.. Roy
Ink, praying all goes well with your Daughter.. Roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 27, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on February 27, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Dang that is one good looking bow. Got my swap all ready for glue up but having it only reach 19 degrees up here in New Hampshire as the high for the next couple days does not make me want to go out and heat the garage for 8 hours. I will wait till next week when we are hovering around 40 degrees to glue it all up. So far I am very happy with the dry run and hope that the glue lines come out perfect!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: tradbower on February 27, 2014, 09:49:00 AM
Post by: tradbower on February 27, 2014, 09:49:00 AM
Dmax that's a great looking bow congrats on a job well done. Hopefully it will end up in Illinois :bigsmyl:
inksoup glad to here all went well with the Swap build and Prayers for your daughter.
inksoup glad to here all went well with the Swap build and Prayers for your daughter.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on February 27, 2014, 10:02:00 AM
Post by: Buemaker on February 27, 2014, 10:02:00 AM
Looking good, nice color combo on them veneers. Bue--.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 27, 2014, 10:03:00 AM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 27, 2014, 10:03:00 AM
Pick me! Pick me! Very nice Shawn that's gonna make someone a happy turkey hunter.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on February 27, 2014, 10:12:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on February 27, 2014, 10:12:00 AM
I did a little work on my trade bow yesterday and hope to do more today or this weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 27, 2014, 10:25:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on February 27, 2014, 10:25:00 AM
Looks awesome Shawn!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 27, 2014, 10:39:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on February 27, 2014, 10:39:00 AM
Sweet!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on February 27, 2014, 11:31:00 AM
Post by: Jorgy on February 27, 2014, 11:31:00 AM
Nice bow Shawn.Beautiful veneers.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on February 27, 2014, 12:45:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on February 27, 2014, 12:45:00 PM
Very nice Shawn, you really nailed it with the wood combos.
Ink, I will certainly keep your daughter and your family in my thoughts & prayers. Best wishes.
Ink, I will certainly keep your daughter and your family in my thoughts & prayers. Best wishes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 27, 2014, 02:01:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on February 27, 2014, 02:01:00 PM
I'm gonna really enjoy shooting that bow, double check my address before you send :D
Ink,hate to hear any parent with a health scare for one of their kids...keep the faith.
Ink,hate to hear any parent with a health scare for one of their kids...keep the faith.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Todd Cook on February 27, 2014, 03:47:00 PM
Post by: Todd Cook on February 27, 2014, 03:47:00 PM
I got a package in the mail!! I opened it up and this beauty was inside. Tradbower made this for me. 52# at 28". Seems to be bamboo trilam . I guess that's Ipe in the middle? I don't know but it sure is pretty. Thanks so much! :clapper:
(http://i.imgur.com/Uar9Jc4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EQmWxVO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qRwxKnV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jYWxaCS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Uar9Jc4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EQmWxVO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qRwxKnV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jYWxaCS.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 27, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 27, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
:clapper: it's a looker.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
Nice Bow, Todd and Tradbower...
I had the swap bow pulled to 26" today, still looking very sweet and timed to perfection! Need to get to 28", but will prolly take it to 29" for insurance..
I had the swap bow pulled to 26" today, still looking very sweet and timed to perfection! Need to get to 28", but will prolly take it to 29" for insurance..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on February 27, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 27, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
best of luck to you Ink
real nice bows fellas :thumbsup:
real nice bows fellas :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 27, 2014, 05:44:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 27, 2014, 05:44:00 PM
great bow Shawn!Ink hope it all goes well for your young daughter.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 27, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 27, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Nice trilam too Tod and tradbower!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: tradbower on February 27, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Post by: tradbower on February 27, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Todd the middle lam is Brazilin Cherry , also called Jabota and the belly is Osage. I had it pulled to 29" on tree but I have the short draw syndrome at 24 1/4" I had a friend help me shoot it in and he draws 27" so take your time shooting it at that 29" draw length.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on February 27, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: red hill on February 27, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Ink, I'll certainly have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hope for the best, friend!
Nice bow, Shawn!
Well done Tradbower!
Nice bow, Shawn!
Well done Tradbower!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 27, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 27, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
Nice bows Shawn and Pete!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
Got her to 29"..
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap11.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap11.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap12.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap12.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap11.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap11.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap12.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap12.png.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 27, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 27, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
looks pretty Roy. :thumbsup:
Did you flip the tips on that one?
...or just used the jig alone?
Did you flip the tips on that one?
...or just used the jig alone?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Flipped them..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 27, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 27, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Lookin good Roy!
Congrats Todd nice work tradbower
Dig some limb work on the swap curve and got the limbs looking better might do a little bit more but I feel a lot better about using her for the swap. (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140227_164750_524_zps07076da0.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140227_164750_524_zps07076da0.jpg.html)
Congrats Todd nice work tradbower
Dig some limb work on the swap curve and got the limbs looking better might do a little bit more but I feel a lot better about using her for the swap. (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/IMG_20140227_164750_524_zps07076da0.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/IMG_20140227_164750_524_zps07076da0.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on February 27, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on February 27, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa::thumbsup:
Flipped them..
I need to learn how to do that with a HWO tri lam....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on February 27, 2014, 08:38:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on February 27, 2014, 08:38:00 PM
lookin' good roy, nice curves. the bow i mean. ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on February 27, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on February 27, 2014, 09:25:00 PM
29" roy? Hell thats my draw length! Heres where im at.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140227_183312_705_zpszu62zdnr.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140227_183312_705_zpszu62zdnr.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140227_183312_705_zpszu62zdnr.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140227_183312_705_zpszu62zdnr.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 27, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on February 27, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
My 4 yr old daughter Sydney will try to kill that mean snake with a shovel. Lol looks good Eric
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 27, 2014, 10:28:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 27, 2014, 10:28:00 PM
Wow some great bows as usual.
Ink glad to hear it sound like she is fine. Praying it stays that way.
Ink glad to hear it sound like she is fine. Praying it stays that way.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 28, 2014, 01:43:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on February 28, 2014, 01:43:00 AM
Got the first coat of poly on the swap bow tonight.
came out a few pounds under weight
this one is going overseas but everywhere is overseas from here
came out a few pounds under weight
this one is going overseas but everywhere is overseas from here
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on February 28, 2014, 04:01:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on February 28, 2014, 04:01:00 AM
hasn't rained here for ages and trying to get some finish coats on my swap bow, and I get 90* humidity all week. No rain to speak of, just sky high humidity. Grrrrr. :knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on February 28, 2014, 04:34:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on February 28, 2014, 04:34:00 AM
thanks guys for your good wishes and prays...
here is the bow for this year... ready to be sail across...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-QXnmTgjLeJg/UxBWs9AKQ5I/AAAAAAAAAtE/cRvDxixhN2E/w677-h508-no/20140227_111654.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pWJhFwCTIZ8/UxBWtiUkbEI/AAAAAAAAAtI/MHxoBJ08wWM/w381-h508-no/20140227_111738.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-yS-Mxm6_4E0/UxBWxTWs-MI/AAAAAAAAAtQ/Lnuylb42UQE/w381-h508-no/20140227_111829.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-CHFboPbRL68/UxBWzbn4eaI/AAAAAAAAAtY/fGUUWqirdiU/w381-h508-no/20140227_111846.jpg)
the rest is left for the owner...
best.
here is the bow for this year... ready to be sail across...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-QXnmTgjLeJg/UxBWs9AKQ5I/AAAAAAAAAtE/cRvDxixhN2E/w677-h508-no/20140227_111654.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-pWJhFwCTIZ8/UxBWtiUkbEI/AAAAAAAAAtI/MHxoBJ08wWM/w381-h508-no/20140227_111738.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-yS-Mxm6_4E0/UxBWxTWs-MI/AAAAAAAAAtQ/Lnuylb42UQE/w381-h508-no/20140227_111829.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-CHFboPbRL68/UxBWzbn4eaI/AAAAAAAAAtY/fGUUWqirdiU/w381-h508-no/20140227_111846.jpg)
the rest is left for the owner...
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on February 28, 2014, 07:22:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on February 28, 2014, 07:22:00 AM
I have several options in the works. I have a couple of glue-ups done...hickory backed ipe and hickory backed massuranduba. I have been reviewing Little Ben's recurve build along and may try my hand at one for the trade. I got my home-made lam grinder partly finished last weekend and should finish it up this weekend and get my form done. If the take down is not successful, I can always fall back on the one piece bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 28, 2014, 07:23:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on February 28, 2014, 07:23:00 AM
Bows Are looking good fellas ... Ink continuing to pray for yall
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on February 28, 2014, 08:12:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on February 28, 2014, 08:12:00 AM
Been working on alot of bows lately. Finished two, two in the works, and the swap bow is finally on the form. 3 more still need to be glued up for various friends. Just used my last set of tapered cores on the swap bow, so it's going to be time to do some more lam grinding soon.
Wanted to make sure I had everything down pat before I did the swap bow. Hopefully pics soon. Swap bow will be bamboo-walnut-ipe with flame birch riser (powerlam). Probably birch for the belly side riser also.
Wanted to make sure I had everything down pat before I did the swap bow. Hopefully pics soon. Swap bow will be bamboo-walnut-ipe with flame birch riser (powerlam). Probably birch for the belly side riser also.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on February 28, 2014, 08:27:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on February 28, 2014, 08:27:00 PM
Ink that take down looks great. I know ***** is going to just love it. A close up of those nock would be nice.
And I don't really know if I have put it out there this year. I was just telling my wife how the swap amazes me. We have 61 bowyers. And from all over the world 7 counties. Australia, New Zealand, Turkey, Germany, Canada and The US. That is outstanding.
World peace and hunger getting solved right here.
And I don't really know if I have put it out there this year. I was just telling my wife how the swap amazes me. We have 61 bowyers. And from all over the world 7 counties. Australia, New Zealand, Turkey, Germany, Canada and The US. That is outstanding.
World peace and hunger getting solved right here.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 28, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 28, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Did a rough final sanding tonight. Still have to shoot it in. Looks fine to me though...
The Osage was a gift from the ole boy in Missouri.. Thanks, Kenny
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7843.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7843.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7842.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7842.jpg.html)
The Osage was a gift from the ole boy in Missouri.. Thanks, Kenny
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7843.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7843.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7842.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7842.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on February 28, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on February 28, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
Looks great Roy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 28, 2014, 10:56:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 28, 2014, 10:56:00 PM
Thanks Davey Boy.. I think it does too. It's my best bow to date.. Just might keep her and make another for Kenny M for the swap thang.. :jumper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on February 28, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on February 28, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
That's a beauty Roy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on February 28, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Post by: D on February 28, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Roy you look like SHIP.....hahahahahahaha. Just kidding. Great looking bow though. As usual the tiller looks spot on to me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 28, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 28, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
Thanks, Dave... I keep trying and changing things around here, hoping to make the perfect bow. Each modification to the bow build and tiller tree seems to make vast improvements in the final product. Maybe some day I'll make me a cough, choke, glass bow. If I do decided to jump to the dark side, I'll be asking you some questions.. :) As the bow you made for this years swap was awesome.....
D, someday I want to build you a bow like this one. But it's gonna be a year or two... Be patient my friend....
D, someday I want to build you a bow like this one. But it's gonna be a year or two... Be patient my friend....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 01, 2014, 01:19:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 01, 2014, 01:19:00 AM
Make sure you get my address right Roy! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 01, 2014, 02:08:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 01, 2014, 02:08:00 AM
I don't know Roy, that full draw pic looks kind of funny without your jammies on.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 01, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 01, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
Sweet bend on that one, Roy! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 01, 2014, 09:07:00 AM
Post by: D on March 01, 2014, 09:07:00 AM
Be careful what you say Roy I might just hold you to that offer. I'm a very patient person....as my foot taps taps taps the floor. lol. It really does look great though.
There sure has been some sweet looking bows this year. I get blown away year after year at the works of art that get created. The part I like most about the swap is watching them take shape from start to finish.
There sure has been some sweet looking bows this year. I get blown away year after year at the works of art that get created. The part I like most about the swap is watching them take shape from start to finish.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 01, 2014, 09:17:00 AM
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 01, 2014, 09:17:00 AM
Really looks good Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on March 01, 2014, 10:41:00 AM
Post by: redbeard126 on March 01, 2014, 10:41:00 AM
Looks great Roy! Beautiful curves....(on the bow)!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on March 01, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
Post by: Jorgy on March 01, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
Nice curves Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 01, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 01, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
It's Ok I guess.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on March 01, 2014, 04:33:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on March 01, 2014, 04:33:00 PM
Nice bows, everyone. I've not posted a lot lately, but I do check in daily for my TradGang fix. :) I've got a nice piece of hickory picked out for my "victim". I'm looking at a trapped pyramid design with a heat treated belly, flipped tips, etc. Alternatively, I might do a trapped hickory-backed-hickory. If'n I could get over this crud going around, I'd get started now.
Happy building, all! :)
Happy building, all! :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 01, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 01, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Nice bow Roy. Why don't you ship it up here and I'll see if I can stick a moose with it next October. :bigsmyl:
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 01, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 01, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Here is why I don't wanna grind the overlay off, took some messin to get it to match up....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on March 01, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on March 01, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Hmmmm that sucks... in this case I would consider to leave the "personal touch" untouched ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Nice job Kenny..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 01, 2014, 06:38:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 01, 2014, 06:38:00 PM
HOLY SMOKES Kenny!!!!!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on March 01, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on March 01, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
That's awesome Kenny...really awesome!!!! I would love to have that one dropped off on my porch.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 01, 2014, 07:03:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 01, 2014, 07:03:00 PM
Thanks guys, you can see where I tried to color up the crappy clear glass/cheap epoxy with brown. I'm still workin on it tryin to save that overlay!
pic or 2 here, got to spray it a couple more times....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0323_zps41edc1e7.jpg)
[URL=http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0324_zpsf40100d5.jpg.html] (http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0324_zpsf40100d5.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0323_zps41edc1e7.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0325_zps98477ce2.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0325_zps98477ce2.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0327_zpsd8d7ed31.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0327_zpsd8d7ed31.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0328_zps1e7534d1.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0328_zps1e7534d1.jpg.html)
I have grown to hate p-bucket!!
pic or 2 here, got to spray it a couple more times....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0320_zps60c924fc.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0323_zps41edc1e7.jpg)
[URL=http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0324_zpsf40100d5.jpg.html] (http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0324_zpsf40100d5.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0323_zps41edc1e7.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0325_zps98477ce2.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0325_zps98477ce2.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0327_zpsd8d7ed31.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0327_zpsd8d7ed31.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/kennym/SANY0328_zps1e7534d1.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/kennym/SANY0328_zps1e7534d1.jpg.html)
I have grown to hate p-bucket!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
Just send it to me and don't worry bout it BuckWheat.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 01, 2014, 07:25:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 01, 2014, 07:25:00 PM
It has glass on it ,Alfalfa.... :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Well fix it, Buttwheat.. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 01, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: razorback on March 01, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
I'm sorry Kenny, but I don't see the problem. I would take that in a heart beat and be proud that it had some unique defining feature. That is an awesome looming bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 01, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 01, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
kenny, that is beautiful! I'll be watching my mail as much as the rest of the guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on March 01, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on March 01, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
Wow, that rocks!!! You got some cool stuff going on there! Nice!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 01, 2014, 08:27:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 01, 2014, 08:27:00 PM
Man that looks great Kenny :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 01, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 01, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
I wondered what those lams were going to look like -very nice! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 01, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 01, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Wow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 01, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 01, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
Very creative - looks awesome and I am sure it is a shooter as well.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 01, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 01, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Kenny it looks fine just send it to me I'll shoot it for a few years then if I don't like it I'll send it back & I'd loose your address so I couldn't send it back. :bigsmyl:
Sweet looking bow.
Sweet looking bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 01, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 01, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Roy - that bow is sleek, slender and ready to ship my way...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 11:34:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 01, 2014, 11:34:00 PM
What's your address, Cameron? Kelly never gave it to me... This bow is going west, one way or the other. And D doesn't want it.. :) Or it could go north to Canada, or Vermont too.. :) Eric, keep your fingers crossed son.... It's 53 at 28" son...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 01, 2014, 11:41:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 01, 2014, 11:41:00 PM
I'm seriously happy that we don't have to choose a bow to receive. I'd be thrilled to get any bow I've seen this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 02, 2014, 01:51:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 02, 2014, 01:51:00 AM
Are you kidding me? Kenny that thing is tricked out!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 02, 2014, 12:10:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 02, 2014, 12:10:00 PM
I love this part. Kenny that is a great looking bow for sure. I agree timber. Heck I could chose my bowyer. I don't because as soon as I did I would think I could of had that bow or that bow. I just took the last bowyer in the hat this year. That person has not even given a sneak peek at all.
Great work all. I can't wait to get started. I have a hackberry backed IPE glued up, a HBH glued up, and couple of Osage staves that, a Hackberry I need to chase a ring on because of worms. But we shall see.
Great work all. I can't wait to get started. I have a hackberry backed IPE glued up, a HBH glued up, and couple of Osage staves that, a Hackberry I need to chase a ring on because of worms. But we shall see.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 02, 2014, 12:46:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 02, 2014, 12:46:00 PM
Roy, looking good as always. Guess it's not coming my way since none of the shipping directions you mentioned was East. I'd be glad to give it a good home though.
Kenny, WOW!!! is all I can say.
Kelly, sounds like you got plenty of options, the hackberry backed ipe sounds interesting.
Still shooting mine in as I get breaks in the weather. Got about 300 through it so far, had to make a minor adjustment to tiller, it's looking good so far.
Kenny, WOW!!! is all I can say.
Kelly, sounds like you got plenty of options, the hackberry backed ipe sounds interesting.
Still shooting mine in as I get breaks in the weather. Got about 300 through it so far, had to make a minor adjustment to tiller, it's looking good so far.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on March 02, 2014, 01:36:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on March 02, 2014, 01:36:00 PM
Kenny, been there.Not quite the same but cloudy glass or bubbles.It looks pretty good to me,allways looks worse to the builder.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 02, 2014, 02:00:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 02, 2014, 02:00:00 PM
Roy i can shoot 28 just fine ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 02, 2014, 02:54:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on March 02, 2014, 02:54:00 PM
All these bows being made, the wow factor is huge...
It makes living in Alaska a pain in the backside when you try to get supplies for this craft...
Still waiting on the glue to show up...
It makes living in Alaska a pain in the backside when you try to get supplies for this craft...
Still waiting on the glue to show up...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on March 02, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on March 02, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Well my swap bow is all finished! Just waiting to ship it. How's that for a sneak peek!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 02, 2014, 04:39:00 PM
Post by: D on March 02, 2014, 04:39:00 PM
Whow whow whow now Roy. Now I never said I didn't want it at all. Lol
Nice looking bow Kenny. Definitely a lot of hard work put into that one
Nice looking bow Kenny. Definitely a lot of hard work put into that one
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 02, 2014, 05:21:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 02, 2014, 05:21:00 PM
Too late D... Besides it's heading west or north, or north west.... :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 02, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 02, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
Or East right?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 02, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 02, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
MJ to bad the person it is going to is on the hold list. Sucks for them let me tell you.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on March 02, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on March 02, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
I'm just waiting on my wood to arrive. Everything else should be here for me to get started, though I think I want to get some linen for the backing cables. I should be able to get that locally, though, so there wouldn't be a long wait for me to finish.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 02, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 02, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
northwest 'eh roy? i'm northwest. ;) although i suppose if you circle the globe and come back around then just about anywhere could be northwest....... somewhat.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
ok swap bow should be heading over this week. Just got to get tube and parcel it up. Couple shots here before it gets wrapped
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/006-9.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/006-9.jpg.html)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/006-9.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/006-9.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Inlay has a leaf on it to hide initials.!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/006-9.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/006-9.jpg.html)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/006-9.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/006-9.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
full draw shot with yours, truly complete with sawdust covered rear end.apologies for poor form too! (http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/006-9.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/006-9.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
@#$%^&^&^%% photobucket!!!!!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/005-13.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/005-13.jpg.html)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/005-13.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/005-13.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
Grrrrr!!!
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/001-22.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/001-22.jpg.html)
(http://i1256.photobucket.com/albums/ii485/bigbob292/001-22.jpg) (http://s1256.photobucket.com/user/bigbob292/media/001-22.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 02, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 02, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
must be pretty cold day, cobber. yer got a top on!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 11:31:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 02, 2014, 11:31:00 PM
just moving toward Autumn here, temps getting very livable now, not the 112* of a few weeks ago! that's a bit of our practice range of our local club in background. mostly rain forrest and in wet season mostly swamp!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 02, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 02, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
flatheads in the swamp??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 01:01:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 01:01:00 AM
???????? EEEERRR , no? Flat head[ the fish] live in salt water. This is all freshwater swamp, haint nuthin in there 'cepting us archers 'n' maybe odd rabbit, fox, and brush turkey, and of course swamp tigers [snakes] pythons, goannas and etc etc. :jumper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 03, 2014, 06:48:00 AM
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 03, 2014, 06:48:00 AM
Nice looking bow Bob.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 07:57:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 07:57:00 AM
If I had legs like that, I'd wear long pants.. :) Bow is nice though...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on March 03, 2014, 09:03:00 AM
Post by: David Flanrey on March 03, 2014, 09:03:00 AM
Great looking bow Bob! Wish it was warm enough here to wear short pants. LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 03, 2014, 09:30:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 03, 2014, 09:30:00 AM
I should be ready to ship in a week or so(if i can bare to part with it), couple more coats of tru-oil and some prettying up to do, and i gotta crest and fletch up these hemlock shafts for whats-his-name.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on March 03, 2014, 09:50:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on March 03, 2014, 09:50:00 AM
Awesome Bob!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 03, 2014, 10:20:00 AM
Post by: razorback on March 03, 2014, 10:20:00 AM
Roy you do have legs like that, just skinnier.
Nice bow Bob. I think he was talking crocs as the "flatheads". Not the fish though a nice piece of fried flathead does sound nice.
Nice bow Bob. I think he was talking crocs as the "flatheads". Not the fish though a nice piece of fried flathead does sound nice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 03, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 03, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
You betcha Tony,
we call 'em "flat heads" or "flat dogs",
obviously not a problem then!
good deal.
love that hill bow!- they always look so stately!
and yours are truly a work of art!
we call 'em "flat heads" or "flat dogs",
obviously not a problem then!
good deal.
love that hill bow!- they always look so stately!
and yours are truly a work of art!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 03, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: D on March 03, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
That's great Bob. As the one that got one of Bobs bows from last year swap whoever gets it will be super pleased with it. Well done Bob.
I was on my way out to my shed to work on mine and the door to my shed was froze shut. We got a bunch of freezing rain lastnight so everything has a nice smooth coating of ice. I could probably knock it open but Im not risking tearing my weather stripping out. I spent some time going through my wood stash trying to come up with a riser. Thinking walnut sides with a maple ibeam. Don't know yet though.
I was on my way out to my shed to work on mine and the door to my shed was froze shut. We got a bunch of freezing rain lastnight so everything has a nice smooth coating of ice. I could probably knock it open but Im not risking tearing my weather stripping out. I spent some time going through my wood stash trying to come up with a riser. Thinking walnut sides with a maple ibeam. Don't know yet though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 03, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 03, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
You could wear shorts here if you like. They'll laugh at you in the hospital though...
:knothead:
Bob, I'm so jealous of whoever is getting that bow - unless of course it's me. :bigsmyl:
Dave.
:knothead:
Bob, I'm so jealous of whoever is getting that bow - unless of course it's me. :bigsmyl:
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Oh! We do call them flat dogs,lizards handbags etc, but I never made the connection with flathead :knothead: thanks for your kind words fujimo. Roy I'm 6'4'' so my legs just look skinny, whereas yours look like chickens and you're the same size as a chicken!!! :biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on March 03, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on March 03, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
Nice lookin' bow Bob.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 03, 2014, 05:40:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 03, 2014, 05:40:00 PM
i think the most stressful part of the whole build it getting the writing right. :laughing: i didn't like the way it looked so i sanded it off. try again tomorrow or late tonight when the new coat of finish is dry.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
6'4" Bobby ? I didn't know they piled bull-crap that high... :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 03, 2014, 06:53:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 03, 2014, 06:53:00 PM
hey i like the hand bag analogy- will be using that in the future :scared:
they say laughter is the best medicine- man i aint ever gettin sick!!
they say laughter is the best medicine- man i aint ever gettin sick!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 07:12:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 07:12:00 PM
Right on, Wayne. It's so much fun exchanging barbs with folks in here, and we all just take it in stride. Heck we all have friends from all around the globe in here, because of our love for Traditional Archery...
And Bobby is just so sexy.. :wavey:
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bobby.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bobby.jpg.html)
And Bobby is just so sexy.. :wavey:
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bobby.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bobby.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Bow is pretty cool too...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 08:24:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 08:24:00 PM
:biglaugh: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing: wish I could use photoshop or the like Roy so you're safe ----for now! :archer2: :archer2: :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 03, 2014, 08:24:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 03, 2014, 08:24:00 PM
Wow, lots of progress here. I need to check in more often. Lost a week and had 20 pages to thumb through.
I've got the lams ground and just cut the limb pads on the riser. Need to order the glass yet, but apparently Kenny is out? Still don't really have a camera, but I'll try to get some decent ones with my phone when things start taking shape.
I've got the lams ground and just cut the limb pads on the riser. Need to order the glass yet, but apparently Kenny is out? Still don't really have a camera, but I'll try to get some decent ones with my phone when things start taking shape.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 03, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
I forgot to show you guys this video. You will notice on the wall below the tree cradle are two vertical lines. The line to the right is for tillering a bow for split finger shooting and the line on the left is for tillering a bow for shooting three fingers under shooting. Those lines are for timing the limbs to bend in harmony / sync, with each other according to how you shoot the bow. I want the tree pull rope to follow either one of those lines exactly down the wall as I pull the bow limbs. If the pull rope drifts to one side or the other, that indicates one limb is stronger than the other as the rope will drift towards the stiff limb. So I will take wood off the limb that the rope drifts towards, to make it weaker. I don't worry about setting a certain + or - tiller to the limbs. I let the bow limbs decide what the tiller will be, so that the limbs bend perfectly together. And you will notice that the bow is just sitting in the cradle, and it is not rocking either way. That tells me that the bow is balanced, just like it will be in your hand when you shoot it....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL9rt2FtQGA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL9rt2FtQGA
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 03, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 03, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
bob that is an awesome bow for sure. I bet that one gets to travel across and ocean.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 03, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 03, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
Beautiful bow, Bob!
Who's pickin'? None of these cracks are real?
:laughing: :p
Who's pickin'? None of these cracks are real?
:laughing: :p
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 03, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 03, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Man that's a good idea Roy , I can't see the lines for sure, but makes heaps of sense, do you hook onto the string in a different place. What I have done when I get to a decent brace height, is mark 1/2" higher for nocking point, and then pull where my impolite pointing figure would hook onto the string. Good or bad what do you think?
Do you change your pulley position at the foot of the tree, or move the bow on the cradle.... I think we need to see a detailed tutorial Roy!!!!!
I just love the look of the bows you make they are just so perfect!
Do you change your pulley position at the foot of the tree, or move the bow on the cradle.... I think we need to see a detailed tutorial Roy!!!!!
I just love the look of the bows you make they are just so perfect!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 03, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
thanks fellas. Roy do you move the center of the bow across the cradle accordingly to replicate the positions for split and 3 under? It seems the draw is fixed so it would follow the bow position is moved with either finger position?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 05:33:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 05:33:00 AM
The bow doesn't change positions in the cradle. The arrow rest, "top of handle", is positioned at the right edge of the cradle. The pulley on the floor is on a half inch shaft and I slide it to line up with either the split or three under line, then lock down the pulley so it doesn't move. Split is the right line and three under is the left line. Those lines will represent where the middle finger of the drawing hand will be placed on the bow string when shooting the bow. The cradle is 4 inches wide, the same length as the handle grip area on the bow is. Cell phone pictures are not the greatest.. Plus I'm sure there is Osage dust on the lens.. :)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap12.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap12.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swap12.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swap12.png.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 04, 2014, 06:16:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on March 04, 2014, 06:16:00 AM
Yall are fancy. Can't a guy just scrap and bend Scrap and bend and if lucky scrap and shoot scrap and shoot? :knothead: Of course when it comes to bow making I am still in preschool. :archer:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
Kelly, I've scrapped a lot of bows myself. But I think once you work your way up from preschool to kindygarten they teach you how to scrapE your bows. Works better.
:wavey:
:wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 09:39:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 09:39:00 AM
:biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 04, 2014, 09:42:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 04, 2014, 09:42:00 AM
Roy,
I plan to use the same basic offset for pulling the string on my next bow....actually I tried it on the last one too but it blew..lol..didn't have anything to do with where I was pulling the string.
anyway, I see you use a skinny hook placed where the middle finger would go. I understand the theory of hooking the string where your hand will be when shooting.
I was thinking of using a wider hook..about the width of 3 fingers, with a mark on it where the arrow would be ( about 1/3 down from the top) and having that mark follow the line on the wall.
Have you tried it that way?
I was thinking it would closer simulate finger pressure on the string.
Any thoughts?
Thank you
I plan to use the same basic offset for pulling the string on my next bow....actually I tried it on the last one too but it blew..lol..didn't have anything to do with where I was pulling the string.
anyway, I see you use a skinny hook placed where the middle finger would go. I understand the theory of hooking the string where your hand will be when shooting.
I was thinking of using a wider hook..about the width of 3 fingers, with a mark on it where the arrow would be ( about 1/3 down from the top) and having that mark follow the line on the wall.
Have you tried it that way?
I was thinking it would closer simulate finger pressure on the string.
Any thoughts?
Thank you
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 09:58:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 09:58:00 AM
awesome- so one more question, is your arrow nock set so that it is above square- sort of an average measurement?
i thought about that too Zradix, but when i have taken pictures of myself at full draw( amongst other types of pictures of myself :eek: ) the string hand still conforms to the string angle- so a solid "drawing hook" might not simulate that- i thought it might be too rigid. but hey you might have a way better idea than i had- try it- prove it... then show us :D so we can all copy you!!
i thought about that too Zradix, but when i have taken pictures of myself at full draw( amongst other types of pictures of myself :eek: ) the string hand still conforms to the string angle- so a solid "drawing hook" might not simulate that- i thought it might be too rigid. but hey you might have a way better idea than i had- try it- prove it... then show us :D so we can all copy you!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 04, 2014, 10:06:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 04, 2014, 10:06:00 AM
HA! One thing no one here should do is copy me..
Thought about that too...
maybe I wider slightly curved hook...?
...and next a layer of glass...and maybe some wheels...lol
seriously though, my fingers are closer to straight than "V" shaped.
...maybe that's a big problem with my shooting form...lol
I have used a wider hook for tillering before and things seemed to be ok. But I haven't used it on a successful bow that I tried the offset tillering though.
(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx121/Zradix/Hunting%202012/SANY0057.jpg)
Thought about that too...
maybe I wider slightly curved hook...?
...and next a layer of glass...and maybe some wheels...lol
seriously though, my fingers are closer to straight than "V" shaped.
...maybe that's a big problem with my shooting form...lol
I have used a wider hook for tillering before and things seemed to be ok. But I haven't used it on a successful bow that I tried the offset tillering though.
(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx121/Zradix/Hunting%202012/SANY0057.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on March 04, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Post by: Buemaker on March 04, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Good tiller tree Roy and I am sure it helps and the tiller of your bows looks smack on, but I feel it is not possible to imitate real shooting. I would think how you hold the bow, high or low grip also matters. Bue--.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:40:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:40:00 AM
My tree is set up taking into consideration the arrow nocking point on the string being 3/8th above the top of the handle / arrow rest. John if you look at your draw hand in the picture, the string looks like this <. So the middle finger does a lot of pulling. Bue, yes you are correct, that's a first ole boy.. :) I use a medium grip and the bows handle is bulbous, so the handle pretty much rests against my whole hand. However a buddy who taught me this has plates he drops into his cradle to simulate a high, medium or low grip on the bow. This isn't rocket science here, but it's a lot better than pulling the bow from dead center of the handle, a point which no one will ever do when shooting a bow. And the final phase of tillering a bow is shooting it in, seeing how it shoots, seeing how it feels in the hand, and wanting zero hand shock. And adjusting tiller if need be.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
the bow rests against yer hole!!!???
man i gotta see pics of that!! :D
man i gotta see pics of that!! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 04, 2014, 12:15:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on March 04, 2014, 12:15:00 PM
hahahahaha!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 12:18:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 12:18:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:
...handle is balboas, so the handle pretty much rests against my hole hand. However a buddy who taught me this...
QuoteOriginally posted by fujimo:No Wayne, the "hole" in that statement is an adjective describing which hand is holding the bow. I think he is saying there is a difference between the hand he wipes with and the one he holds onto the grab bar in the stall with. Although I would think he would hold the bow with his grab bar hand instead of his hole hand, but that's more thought than I've ever given it before.
the bow rests against yer hole!!!???
man i gotta see pics of that!! :D
:laughing:
I'm also curious about the whole balboas thing.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 12:18:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 12:18:00 PM
Wayne, I'm thinking you gots some cabin fever son.. LMAO
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Wow, Roy was quick to edit that post! Glad I had it quoted before the opportunity passed, or I'd be wondering what Wayne was smoking.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
Ok, thanks to dictionary.com:
Bal·bo·a/bælˈboʊə; Spanish bɑlˈbɔɑ/ Show Spelled [bal-boh-uh; Spanish bahl-baw-ah] Show IPA
noun
1. Vas·co Nú·ñez de /ˈbɑskɔ ˈnunyɛθ ðɛ/ Show Spelled [bahs-kaw noo-nyeth the] Show IPA , 1475?–1517, Spanish adventurer and explorer who discovered the Pacific Ocean in 1513.
2. a seaport in Panama at the Pacific terminus of the panama canal.
3. ( lowercase ) a silver coin and monetary unit of Panama, equal to 100 centesimos.
Due the lack of capitalization, Roybert's handles have something to do with silver coins? Is that to get the weight up and make them more like a 3-piece glass bow with a heavy riser?
Bal·bo·a/bælˈboʊə; Spanish bɑlˈbɔɑ/ Show Spelled [bal-boh-uh; Spanish bahl-baw-ah] Show IPA
noun
1. Vas·co Nú·ñez de /ˈbɑskɔ ˈnunyɛθ ðɛ/ Show Spelled [bahs-kaw noo-nyeth the] Show IPA , 1475?–1517, Spanish adventurer and explorer who discovered the Pacific Ocean in 1513.
2. a seaport in Panama at the Pacific terminus of the panama canal.
3. ( lowercase ) a silver coin and monetary unit of Panama, equal to 100 centesimos.
Due the lack of capitalization, Roybert's handles have something to do with silver coins? Is that to get the weight up and make them more like a 3-piece glass bow with a heavy riser?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 12:43:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 12:43:00 PM
Your eyes are failing you cantaloupe boy...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 03:18:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 03:18:00 PM
man.. i is gonna join pirates of archery- or buy shares in lancaster. i just cant do this anymore!!!
i just pi$$ed my long undies, ma wife thinks i am crazy- an' having an affair- this is just too much... tooo much!!
i just pi$$ed my long undies, ma wife thinks i am crazy- an' having an affair- this is just too much... tooo much!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 03:56:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 03:56:00 PM
One word, Wayne...
DEPENDS........... For men... :jumper:
Kenny buys his here too. :)
http://www.liveanew.com/Depend-s/3020.htm?searching=Y&sort=3&cat=3020&show=20&page=1&f-Male=4200&gclid=CImV0tfi-bwCFWuhOgod3HkAmA
DEPENDS........... For men... :jumper:
Kenny buys his here too. :)
http://www.liveanew.com/Depend-s/3020.htm?searching=Y&sort=3&cat=3020&show=20&page=1&f-Male=4200&gclid=CImV0tfi-bwCFWuhOgod3HkAmA
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 04:07:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 04:07:00 PM
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 04, 2014, 04:11:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 04, 2014, 04:11:00 PM
lol..
ya'll got that bookmarked/favorited now?
ya'll got that bookmarked/favorited now?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
OK OK...
Back to bow topics here ladies.. :)
Back to bow topics here ladies.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 04, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
Post by: razorback on March 04, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
Roy, if you and Kenny go in together you might be able to get a better bulk price. :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Question for you guys. I'm looking at a straight limbed HBI as one option for my swap bow. I want to taper the Ipe slat before glueing on the hickory. It is about 5/8" thick at the moment. If I have a 4" handle and 2" fades what sort of thickness taper should I use for a 55#@28" bow. Slat is 72" at eh moment so limb length can be just about anything.
Question for you guys. I'm looking at a straight limbed HBI as one option for my swap bow. I want to taper the Ipe slat before glueing on the hickory. It is about 5/8" thick at the moment. If I have a 4" handle and 2" fades what sort of thickness taper should I use for a 55#@28" bow. Slat is 72" at eh moment so limb length can be just about anything.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 04, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 04, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
what do you all ship your bows in? was thinkin PVC pipe with foam pipe insulation for padding around the bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 04:27:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 04:27:00 PM
tony, its not a true taper all the way, as you want the ends a bit stiffer. i just use my drawknife, and finish the last few pounds with my scraper- doesnt seem too much of a sweat, for me- i would be nervous of taking off too much. but whatever you feel comfortable with- i am pretty nervous of how quick a power tool eats a bow up!
i have used a pipe in the past with bubble wrap.- so your idea should work just fine!!
i have used a pipe in the past with bubble wrap.- so your idea should work just fine!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 04:48:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 04:48:00 PM
5/8th to 3/8th. I would start the taper at the ends of the fades...
Eric, pvc is the only way to go shipping a bow.
Eric, pvc is the only way to go shipping a bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 04:57:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 04, 2014, 04:57:00 PM
sorry fella, i said drawknife- thats not true- spokeshave is what i use on all my bows.
sorry to be misleading ya.
there's the man who knows about tapers!!!- go by his advice
sorry to be misleading ya.
there's the man who knows about tapers!!!- go by his advice
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 04, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Echatham:Sched 40 PVC is close to indestructible. But heavy as heck. The thin-walled version (and corrugated as well) that they use for drain pipe is good too and a lot lighter.
what do you all ship your bows in? was thinkin PVC pipe with foam pipe insulation for padding around the bow.
I like to use cardboard tubes that McMaster Carr ships stuff in. Wrap the bow with some bubble wrap, put some foam in the ends, make sure the caps are secure, and off it goes. They seem rather sturdy. I get some at home when I order stuff 6' long, and scrounge up a few more at work. Works great for longbows. Haven't shipped a recurve yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 04, 2014, 05:18:00 PM
Post by: razorback on March 04, 2014, 05:18:00 PM
Thanks Roy, I'll lay it out tonight and get started on it.
No worries Wayne. I was planning on tapering with a hand plane to get it even and smooth. I then do most of my tillering with the draw knife as a scraper or the cabinet scraper. And yes when I say tips I mean the that the last 6" will be stiffer.
No worries Wayne. I was planning on tapering with a hand plane to get it even and smooth. I then do most of my tillering with the draw knife as a scraper or the cabinet scraper. And yes when I say tips I mean the that the last 6" will be stiffer.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 04, 2014, 06:00:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 04, 2014, 06:00:00 PM
I send all my bows on the cardboard tube that carpet curtains etc comes in. usually about 3''I.D. and a wall thickness of 1/4''- 3/8'' Stores are only too glad to pass them on, otherwise they just go to recyclers.I wrap the bow in bubble wrap and fit a MDF cap each end and secure with screws and duct tape. Roy that tiller thingo is much how I do mine only mine is horizontal , mounted on bench and I use a boat winch to do the draw.I have a graph drawn on ply under the bow and time the tips for either 3 under or split.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 04, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 04, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
For you guys wanting a wider hook I just a piece of leather. I fold it over the string and put my hook through it. Mine is about 1.5" I think it works well. Plus it keeps the metal hook of my string.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Cool Bobby, limb timing is the way to go.
I stained and put on the first coat of tung oil tonight. Well actually I stained, then looked for scratches and sanded them out, then stained again and did the tung oil. This video is right after the tung oil is applied, I let it sit for 5 minutes then wipe it off. If left to dry it would maintain the high gloss you see in the video. But I don't like high gloss bows and the dust factor comes into play also. But when it's wiped off, it looks satin and has zero dust in the finish. I do about 4 or 5 coats like this, waiting 24 hours between coats.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPOhr4gJhq8&feature=youtu.be
Here it is below after being wiped off. It hardly has any satin shine, but with each coat the satin shine gets more pronounced.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C86ISHeKHN8&feature=youtu.be
And below there are two bows, both with a coat of tung oil. The one in the fore front is my buddy Dennys bow. Each bow can attain whatever look we so desire, and it's always a little bit different.. All depends on the guy making the bow.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e1jzqdjLoE&feature=youtu.be
I stained and put on the first coat of tung oil tonight. Well actually I stained, then looked for scratches and sanded them out, then stained again and did the tung oil. This video is right after the tung oil is applied, I let it sit for 5 minutes then wipe it off. If left to dry it would maintain the high gloss you see in the video. But I don't like high gloss bows and the dust factor comes into play also. But when it's wiped off, it looks satin and has zero dust in the finish. I do about 4 or 5 coats like this, waiting 24 hours between coats.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XPOhr4gJhq8&feature=youtu.be
Here it is below after being wiped off. It hardly has any satin shine, but with each coat the satin shine gets more pronounced.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C86ISHeKHN8&feature=youtu.be
And below there are two bows, both with a coat of tung oil. The one in the fore front is my buddy Dennys bow. Each bow can attain whatever look we so desire, and it's always a little bit different.. All depends on the guy making the bow.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e1jzqdjLoE&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
I really should start taking my good Cannon camera out there instead of using the cell phone for pictures and videos. But hell it's just a go bow, not a show bow.. :)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/untitled-1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/untitled-1.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bows2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bows2.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bows3.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bows3.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bows4.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bows4.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/untitled-1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/untitled-1.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bows2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bows2.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bows3.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bows3.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/bows4.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/bows4.png.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 04, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 04, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
so do you use the gloss tung oil or the satin? i just bought a can of gloss tung oil for a bow rack i made, but i think im gonna try it on my next bow too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:25:00 PM
I normally sand the rind off the boo till it's clean looking. This bow I did not do that. Couple reasons but whatever. It shoots well and that's all that counts.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 04, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 04, 2014, 10:29:00 PM
Roy im gonna let you save a few bucks on shipping. im just gonna drive out there and pick her up. and im gonna use yer shop while im there.... hope thats ok. make sure ya got some real beer.... that coors light flavored water stuff ya drink just don't cut it. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
Satin...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 04, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 04, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
NNNiiccceee bow Roy! There, that never hurt at all! :bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on March 04, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on March 04, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Nice lookin Bow Roy! I'm done with the all night varmint hunts for the year so hopefully this weekend I'll have something that looks like a bow... It'll have some heat on it so prolly mid week next week before I can shoot it if everything goes as planned.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Didn't happen Tex wif out pictures.. :)
Bobby it could end up at your place.. Ya just never know. I always wanted to see you with a real bow.. :)
Bobby it could end up at your place.. Ya just never know. I always wanted to see you with a real bow.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on March 05, 2014, 12:41:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on March 05, 2014, 12:41:00 AM
So Roy, how much would it take for you to send me that bow, and I'll build an extra to send to your guy? Lol. I like that one... a lot!
But then again, I've liked everything I've seen so far. If I start that practice, looks like I'll have to make about 40 or so bows! Not that I would mind that, but I'd have to quit my day job and it would probly still take me years to finish them all. Lol.
Great looking stuff everyone!
But then again, I've liked everything I've seen so far. If I start that practice, looks like I'll have to make about 40 or so bows! Not that I would mind that, but I'd have to quit my day job and it would probly still take me years to finish them all. Lol.
Great looking stuff everyone!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on March 05, 2014, 12:59:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on March 05, 2014, 12:59:00 AM
A beauty Roy- looking forward to recieve her^^
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on March 05, 2014, 08:16:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on March 05, 2014, 08:16:00 AM
Looks awesome Roy!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on March 05, 2014, 08:37:00 AM
Post by: Buemaker on March 05, 2014, 08:37:00 AM
Kelly, good idea of using that piece of leather, kind of imitates the fingers I guess. Bue--.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 05, 2014, 08:46:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 05, 2014, 08:46:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by KellyG:Cool idea.
For you guys wanting a wider hook I just a piece of leather. I fold it over the string and put my hook through it. Mine is about 1.5" I think it works well. Plus it keeps the metal hook of my string.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 05, 2014, 09:01:00 AM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 05, 2014, 09:01:00 AM
That a beauty Roy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 05, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 05, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
Awesome bow Roy! I'm guessing someone other than me is gonna get that sweetheart since there wasn't any bow attached to that horn ya sent me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 05, 2014, 05:20:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 05, 2014, 05:20:00 PM
Dang it Roy !! Thought I told you to use a darker stain. Oh well, I guess you can sand it up a bit and re-stain it for me. :knothead: :pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 05, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 05, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Gooberson, if it's any consolation, the bow should be flying right past your house. That's about as close as you will get to seeing it.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 05, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 05, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Stop teasing me Roy! :pray: Mine gets sent today if'n the courier picks it up.Its a long journey across the seas. :goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 05, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 05, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
:saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 05, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 05, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
damn roy!! good lookin' bow son. if'n i dont get that beauty in the mail, i might just could havta build one.
lol, wow i sound drunk, please excuse, just got home at 3ish this morning from spending 2 days in hospital with daughter. i tell ya, a bacterial infection in a 4 year old girl sucks, and the only thing she wants is daddy. i need coffee.
lol, wow i sound drunk, please excuse, just got home at 3ish this morning from spending 2 days in hospital with daughter. i tell ya, a bacterial infection in a 4 year old girl sucks, and the only thing she wants is daddy. i need coffee.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 05, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 05, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Enjoy that time moose sick or not enjoy my friend. Roy that bow is ok I guess.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 05, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: D on March 05, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Dang Craig that's no good I sure hope your little girl gets feeling better.
Great looking bow Roy as usual.
I'm still fighting my homemade lam grinder trying to get it as close to perfect as I can. It sure is easier to just buy them from a professional.
Great looking bow Roy as usual.
I'm still fighting my homemade lam grinder trying to get it as close to perfect as I can. It sure is easier to just buy them from a professional.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on March 05, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
Post by: Walt Francis on March 05, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
D,
That was my experience with my home grinder setup, it took a lot of time to get them close to right. I got lucky and found a thickness sander on Craigslist in Billings (140 miles) for a price that made it worth the drive. My thoughts are that without an auto feed it is very hard to get them to the correct, thickness/taper
That was my experience with my home grinder setup, it took a lot of time to get them close to right. I got lucky and found a thickness sander on Craigslist in Billings (140 miles) for a price that made it worth the drive. My thoughts are that without an auto feed it is very hard to get them to the correct, thickness/taper
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 05, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 05, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Put the second coat of tung oil on the swap bow tonight, it's the bow in the back. My buddy's bow also got the second coat of tung oil tonight, it's in the middle. Put the first coat of tung oil on the first swap bow that blew up a splinter, it's the front bow. I super glued the splinter then wrapped it with sinew. I hate having to do that, but sometimes bamboo bites your ass. It will still be a very shoot able bow, just turns me off. I intend to send it to a friend who is fighting cancer right now. He started his first of 25 radiation treatments and first of 5 chemo treatments two days ago. I am trying to keep his spirits up. Good friends are hard to come by these days.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/threebow1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/threebow1.png.html)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_P1lR7umEGk
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/threebow1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/threebow1.png.html)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_P1lR7umEGk
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on March 05, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: scars on March 05, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
Roy you got a heart of gold. And yer bows aren't bad either. Always cherish good friends.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 05, 2014, 10:42:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 05, 2014, 10:42:00 PM
good man! :thumbsup: :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on March 05, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on March 05, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
Roy you da man! I know what your going through my cousin just today finished his 7 weeks of radiation treements...it's long hard days. I spend at least 2-3 hours after work every day I can with him to keep his spirits up. I spent a few hours in the shop tonight and got it real close to floor tiller.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/D01410F9-A683-4911-ACD4-17C301E3FAC2.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/D01410F9-A683-4911-ACD4-17C301E3FAC2.jpg.html)
Kelly these are the tools I used to peel a few rings top one is a 6 inch...razor sharp junker I picked up at one of those rusty old junk stores and the other is one I built and use to finish up with..it has a 21/2 inch cutting edge.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/CA6F55E3-64DA-4353-9B46-A2058C147C9C.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/CA6F55E3-64DA-4353-9B46-A2058C147C9C.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/D01410F9-A683-4911-ACD4-17C301E3FAC2.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/D01410F9-A683-4911-ACD4-17C301E3FAC2.jpg.html)
Kelly these are the tools I used to peel a few rings top one is a 6 inch...razor sharp junker I picked up at one of those rusty old junk stores and the other is one I built and use to finish up with..it has a 21/2 inch cutting edge.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/CA6F55E3-64DA-4353-9B46-A2058C147C9C.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/CA6F55E3-64DA-4353-9B46-A2058C147C9C.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on March 05, 2014, 11:16:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on March 05, 2014, 11:16:00 PM
Dang posting with my phone isn't fun ... Shoulda used the iPad.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 12:33:00 PM
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 12:33:00 PM
Thats the problem I'm having Walt. Cant seem to get all the dips out of it. I can get close bit not all the way. Ill just keep messing with it but in the mean time I already asked a friend to make me a set and see what happens
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 06, 2014, 12:57:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 06, 2014, 12:57:00 PM
Tell Momma ya want a drum sander son..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 01:54:00 PM
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 01:54:00 PM
Ha mamma said she wanted a baby first so maybe after September 7th. Kelly can I go ahead and file for an extension until then lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 06, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on March 06, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Haha you're obviously on the ropes here if you're thinking of having a BABY to get a SANDER David. You will have a beautiful baby who will take all your time and a beautiful sander which will sit dormant for 18yrs.
Also FWIW ... I made a deal with my now fiancee that I could do some work on my car once she "had a ring on her finger" ... well .... many thousand dollars later and I still haven't gotten that car into the shop ... it's all a scam ... Make sure you get it in writing lol
Also FWIW ... I made a deal with my now fiancee that I could do some work on my car once she "had a ring on her finger" ... well .... many thousand dollars later and I still haven't gotten that car into the shop ... it's all a scam ... Make sure you get it in writing lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 06, 2014, 02:25:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 06, 2014, 02:25:00 PM
Well I see who wears the pants in you two guys house.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 06, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 06, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
great.... now come the full draw pictures with guys in their boxers. :scared: :scared:
David, your sander is the oscillating type right? I have to fight that all the time when using mine.
David, your sander is the oscillating type right? I have to fight that all the time when using mine.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Damnit I'm trying to stay positive here..lolol I guess I'll save the money and not buy a drum sander since its just going to set there for the next 18 years..thats depressing. lol.
Yeah Josh its the oscillating one. If it just spun the belt I don't think I would have any problem. Its the up and down part that I think is screwing me up. Oh well I'll get it worked out.
Keep talking all that crap Roy..lol
Yeah Josh its the oscillating one. If it just spun the belt I don't think I would have any problem. Its the up and down part that I think is screwing me up. Oh well I'll get it worked out.
Keep talking all that crap Roy..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 06, 2014, 05:12:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 06, 2014, 05:12:00 PM
is there a way to disconnect the oscillator?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 06, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 06, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
I did hear of someone disconnecting the oscillation but I never found any info on it. Never took mine apart for fear of ending the warranty. I'm sure I'll lose patience with it someday :banghead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 06, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 06, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
David,just found someone that had one stop oscillating. Said the retaining ring (part #26) came off. I'm gonna look into that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 06, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 06, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: D on March 06, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
No kidding??? Let me know if you find out something about it.
I got my cores made tonight. I remembered Ralph on here said last year during the swap that he could get bamboo flooring down to so thin with just a planner so I ran some through on my sled and it worked out really well. So that part is done. I have been thinking about trying a different splice idea to something that doesn't require it to be dead center. Those other styles I made up would require the point to be dead in the center of the limb and I'm not that good yet by a long shot. I just can't come up with a riser idea yet.
I got my cores made tonight. I remembered Ralph on here said last year during the swap that he could get bamboo flooring down to so thin with just a planner so I ran some through on my sled and it worked out really well. So that part is done. I have been thinking about trying a different splice idea to something that doesn't require it to be dead center. Those other styles I made up would require the point to be dead in the center of the limb and I'm not that good yet by a long shot. I just can't come up with a riser idea yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 06, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 06, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Roy ole boy you get any more of them lifted splinters bow that need a home shoot them this way so you don't have to look at them ugly bows. :)
Thanks Texan I might case some rings down under the worms holes.
Thanks Texan I might case some rings down under the worms holes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 06, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
Post by: razorback on March 06, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
Well I got my first option glued up tonight. it is a HBI with a cherry handle and cherry recurve tips. I glued in 1 1/2" of reflex, so with the tips it will start with a little over 2" of reflex and no deflex. Going for a straight limb design. 1 1/4" wide out to about 12" and then tapering to 1/2" nocks. Is going to be 65" ntn and will probably have a bulbous handle with a floppy rest. While I wait for the glue to cure properly I will get started on a couple of hickory bows. Going for a standard design and a pyramid bow. out of the 3 I will get one that will make a good swap bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 06:31:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 06:31:00 AM
I have an oscillating drum sander and there is an arm that rides on a collar of the shaft that causes the drum to oscillate up and down. It could be easily removed.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 07, 2014, 07:49:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 07, 2014, 07:49:00 AM
I just built a bracket to lay my belt sander on its side. I haven't tried to do any tapered lams, yet, but tested it on a hickory backer and got the dips you are talking about. It was hard to keep the feed speed consistent with a 6 foot piece of limber wood. I definitely have some fine tuning to do.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 08:05:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 08:05:00 AM
My guess would be, unless your drum is on an axle shaft with both ends supported, there would be some degree of wobble of the drum.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 07, 2014, 08:26:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 07, 2014, 08:26:00 AM
Not sure about that, Roy, but it doesn't feel like it gives or wobbles at all when it is anchored down with clamps. I have been flirting with the idea of how to afford the Griz baby drum, but have to sell a couple of my other bows to do that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 09:00:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 09:00:00 AM
You will love a drum sander.. They are amazing..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 07, 2014, 09:25:00 AM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 07, 2014, 09:25:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:X2
You will love a drum sander.. They are amazing..
I love mine, cut lam grinding time by 3 times. If you do more than a few bows a year its a must have. Get by until you have a few bucks saved up then make the purchase.
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 11:10:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 11:10:00 AM
bow is done. fletching the arrows now. think ill take it out for a walk tomorrow ;)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104706_686_zpstspfch3e.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104706_686_zpstspfch3e.jpg.html)
this is the darkest osage ive worked with, i put it next to another bow i finished a month or so ago and its significantly darker color.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104948_735_zps4qbnigui.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104948_735_zps4qbnigui.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104913_027_zps3e6vhciu.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104913_027_zps3e6vhciu.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104928_208_zpsfi0iyxg6.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104928_208_zpsfi0iyxg6.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105001_678_zpse3zblzwb.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105001_678_zpse3zblzwb.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104706_686_zpstspfch3e.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104706_686_zpstspfch3e.jpg.html)
this is the darkest osage ive worked with, i put it next to another bow i finished a month or so ago and its significantly darker color.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104948_735_zps4qbnigui.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104948_735_zps4qbnigui.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104913_027_zps3e6vhciu.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104913_027_zps3e6vhciu.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104928_208_zpsfi0iyxg6.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_104928_208_zpsfi0iyxg6.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105001_678_zpse3zblzwb.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105001_678_zpse3zblzwb.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 11:10:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 11:10:00 AM
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105200_776_zpsr2eef9q8.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105200_776_zpsr2eef9q8.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105035_936_zpssewvp5g6.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105035_936_zpssewvp5g6.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105020_337_zpswtgby2v8.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105020_337_zpswtgby2v8.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105035_936_zpssewvp5g6.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105035_936_zpssewvp5g6.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105020_337_zpswtgby2v8.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140307_105020_337_zpswtgby2v8.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 07, 2014, 11:15:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 07, 2014, 11:15:00 AM
looks GREAT Eric.
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 07, 2014, 11:43:00 AM
Post by: D on March 07, 2014, 11:43:00 AM
Ohhhhhh Eric thats nice. I like it a lot
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 07, 2014, 12:19:00 PM
Post by: razorback on March 07, 2014, 12:19:00 PM
Shelf's on correct side, poundage looks about right and I'm not scared of snakes. You can ship her anytime you like Eric, you got my correct address. :pray: :pray: :pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 07, 2014, 01:09:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 07, 2014, 01:09:00 PM
You're about to make someone's year with that one !!
arrows will be icing on the cake. Awesome job Eric
:clapper:
arrows will be icing on the cake. Awesome job Eric
:clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 01:20:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 01:20:00 PM
thanks guys! maybe i can get it shipped on monday.... or maybe i have to wait... can't remember ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 02:55:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 02:55:00 PM
Nice, Eric..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 07, 2014, 03:00:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 07, 2014, 03:00:00 PM
I guess that was ok Roy...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 03:55:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 07, 2014, 03:55:00 PM
Ya it wasn't all that bad.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 07, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 07, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Nice looking bow Eric! Someone's gonna be happy to find that on their porch.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 07, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 07, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Very nice bow! Snake looking and all!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 07, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
who's an Auburn fan? not me, i just always buy my feathers with the intent of finding them when i lose them ;) looks red in the picture but its orange.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140307_213624_296_zpst3zr1sxd.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140307_213624_296_zpst3zr1sxd.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/IMG_20140307_213624_296_zpst3zr1sxd.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/IMG_20140307_213624_296_zpst3zr1sxd.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 07, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 07, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
sure, um yeah, just Love Auburn :knothead:
I guess I'll be happy with them arrows
I guess I'll be happy with them arrows
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 07, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 07, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Wow, nice job guys. Love the arrows and snake Eric!
I've got the riser block done and limb pads cut. Need to drill holes in it yet. Got limb lams ground. Still need to make the wedges and waiting on glass to glue the limbs up. I need to figure out something to use as a camera to get some pics up. The walnut lams look amazing, and I'm sure they're gonna pop under glass. My wife's camera was just found at her parent's house 7 hours away, so I'm not sure what I'll do, but hopefully get some kind of pictures up soon.
I've got the riser block done and limb pads cut. Need to drill holes in it yet. Got limb lams ground. Still need to make the wedges and waiting on glass to glue the limbs up. I need to figure out something to use as a camera to get some pics up. The walnut lams look amazing, and I'm sure they're gonna pop under glass. My wife's camera was just found at her parent's house 7 hours away, so I'm not sure what I'll do, but hopefully get some kind of pictures up soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 07, 2014, 11:06:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 07, 2014, 11:06:00 PM
Great work!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 08, 2014, 07:07:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on March 08, 2014, 07:07:00 AM
Got some work done on the swap bow.
Had some problems with glue up. Hopefully I can fill he voids and everything goes smoothly. The glue lines along both limbs are excellent, but the fades are definately not excellent.
66" R/D. Bamboo-walnut-Ipe, figured birch riser.
1 1/4" wide to after mid limb, tapering to 3/8" tips.
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-21.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-21.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-22.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-22.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-23.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-23.jpg.html)
Had some problems with glue up. Hopefully I can fill he voids and everything goes smoothly. The glue lines along both limbs are excellent, but the fades are definately not excellent.
66" R/D. Bamboo-walnut-Ipe, figured birch riser.
1 1/4" wide to after mid limb, tapering to 3/8" tips.
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-21.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-21.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-22.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-22.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-23.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-23.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 08, 2014, 08:54:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 08, 2014, 08:54:00 AM
Looking nice, Ben...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 08, 2014, 03:03:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 08, 2014, 03:03:00 PM
Looking good fellas. Man I really wish Kelly would give me the go ahead to ship my bow. Actually I kinda enjoying shooing it.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/6E1BE635-E456-4ADB-A578-6F26C8DFFB86_zpse7igzcpk.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/6E1BE635-E456-4ADB-A578-6F26C8DFFB86_zpse7igzcpk.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/6E1BE635-E456-4ADB-A578-6F26C8DFFB86_zpse7igzcpk.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/6E1BE635-E456-4ADB-A578-6F26C8DFFB86_zpse7igzcpk.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on March 08, 2014, 04:49:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on March 08, 2014, 04:49:00 PM
Shawn, don't wait for Kelly just send it to me. I'll PM you my address, very nice bow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 08, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on March 08, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
Breakin my heart here Shawn ... Since I don't think I'm on the hold to ship list I guess it's not mine ... bummer, beautiful bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 08, 2014, 06:00:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 08, 2014, 06:00:00 PM
Shawn all I can say is folks need to get some bow shipped if they want that one. Heck there might have been a mix up in the names. I think you were suppose to have mine. :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 08, 2014, 06:10:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on March 08, 2014, 06:10:00 PM
HAHAHAHA! That's it! Next year I'm pulling names out of the hat! For fairness ... thats all ... lol.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 08, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 08, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
hey, i'm on the wait list, but you don't have to wait to ship. i don't mind. really. nice looking bows so far.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 08, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 08, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
timbermoose thats why i hurried my butt off and slapped together a piece of crap bow so i can get mine sooner! :laughing: btw im ready to ship :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 08, 2014, 08:47:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 08, 2014, 08:47:00 PM
Maybe I'll just go shoot an Osceola Tom with it this week. It's in full swing down here in the sunshine state.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 08, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 08, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Dmaxshawn:Get after them Shawn! I'm counting the days until turkey season here- and I've got my new trade bow to test out so I can't take that one off your hands.
Maybe I'll just go shoot an Osceola Tom with it this week. It's in full swing down here in the sunshine state.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on March 09, 2014, 03:01:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on March 09, 2014, 03:01:00 AM
Sorry guys! I've been working six and seven days a week lately, so my seldom days off have been spent with family and recouping. I'll get busy with my swapper real soon, I promise. Anyone one know of any descent jobs hiring in northern michigan? I'm getting tired of paying Uncle Sam with all this mandatory OT!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 09, 2014, 10:27:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on March 09, 2014, 10:27:00 AM
Ben I bet that one will spit an arrow a far cast at a high rate of speed when she is done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on March 09, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on March 09, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
I haven't done any work on my trade bow in a week or so. I'm finishing up my PA trade bow and will concentrate on my TG trad bow next.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 09, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 09, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Heck pat you had 3 Pa bows in the works, so I bet you do not have any issues with getting one done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 09, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 09, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
Did some final tweaking on mine today, time to start getting it all prettied up. Sure hope ***$$#** likes it, haven't heard much from him lately.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 09, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 09, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
Looks good all... Wednesday is the day mine goes into glue up... Gonna be a heat wave here in New Hampshire... All the way to 39 degrees! Hate heating the garage with propane and it's not air tight. That's the next project this summer. Hope ya all are having a good weekend.
In boston myself going to see Thomas Rhett in concert tonight. Wine and dinning my girl tonight!
In boston myself going to see Thomas Rhett in concert tonight. Wine and dinning my girl tonight!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 09, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on March 09, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
I am starting to shape the horn nocks..I will have some photos shortly...some before, during and after..
I will have to figure out some way to buff the horn.
My bench grinder decided to bow out...
Kevin
I will have to figure out some way to buff the horn.
My bench grinder decided to bow out...
Kevin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:45:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:45:00 AM
been shooting my trade bow for a week or so and it is still in one piece.
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:46:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:46:00 AM
been shooting my trade bow for a week or so and it is still in one piece.
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:47:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:47:00 AM
been shooting my trade bow for a week or so and it is still in one piece.
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:48:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on March 10, 2014, 02:48:00 AM
been shooting my trade bow for a week or so and it is still in one piece.
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
One more coat of poly and it should good to ship
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 10, 2014, 06:17:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 10, 2014, 06:17:00 AM
Cool Craig, I see ya haven't fuggered out how to post yet.. :) LOL
I put the 4th coat of tung oil on my swap bow yesterday. Maybe one more coat, maybe not...
I put the 4th coat of tung oil on my swap bow yesterday. Maybe one more coat, maybe not...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on March 10, 2014, 03:38:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on March 10, 2014, 03:38:00 PM
We finally have some temperatures that make it easier to work in the uheated barn. I got started on a bow oven/hot box (not sure which name is correct) this morning. Gearing up to make my first glass bow. Wish me luck. I'll have to order some supplies real soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 10, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on March 10, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
The horn is cut and drilled..the holes might need a bit more material removed..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/BACED732-3DFA-4DC8-AB5B-0474584EA97D_zps5dhmnsjt.jpg)
The arrowheads are not quite done..one more pass and notches...then they will be good to go...
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/BACED732-3DFA-4DC8-AB5B-0474584EA97D_zps5dhmnsjt.jpg)
The arrowheads are not quite done..one more pass and notches...then they will be good to go...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 10, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 10, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
good luck Ranger
great job Kevin, Roy, and Kiwi Kiwi Kiwi Kiwi :bigsmyl:
I have a couple risers done. Pics should be up tonight
great job Kevin, Roy, and Kiwi Kiwi Kiwi Kiwi :bigsmyl:
I have a couple risers done. Pics should be up tonight
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 10, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 10, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
FINALLY SOME DECENT WEATHER HERE. SPRAYED 3 COATS AND GOT THE SWAP BOW LABELED. FINISH SPRAYING TOMORROW AND READY TO SHIP SHORTLY. ILL POST SOME PICS AFTER THE FINAL COAT IS SPRAYED.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 10, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 10, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Getting my first lam making done for the trade...hope I am doing it correctly...got the riser cut out and hope to glue up soon!
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140310_010504_746.jpg)
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 10, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 10, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Although the temperatures here are relatively warm compared to what so many of you have been experiencing, today was terrific! And I had time to work on my trade bow. Shaped the boo to profile and glued the bow up with a little Perry reflex. Hopefully the weather will be nice Wednesday so I ca take it out of the clams and get a bow shape started.
$;(?!"@&, sorry it's taken so long but I don't like working wood in damp, cold conditions. Shouldn't take long now.
$;(?!"@&, sorry it's taken so long but I don't like working wood in damp, cold conditions. Shouldn't take long now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 10, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 10, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Red, forgive me for sounding like Roy, but do you use a pressure strip with clams ?
And how do you get em lined up along the bow and get em all to close at the same time? :goldtooth:
And how do you get em lined up along the bow and get em all to close at the same time? :goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on March 10, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on March 10, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Today was awesome weather no doubt! I believe there just might be and end to the cold after all.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on March 10, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on March 10, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
That's funny right there!
That's funny right there!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 10, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 10, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
No, Kenny, I don't use a pressure strip and the clamps are closed one at a time.
This time I used Roy's toothpick trick to get the backing aligned with the center line on the Osage. I liked how that worked out, too.
I usually draw the lay out on the Osage and glue on small pieces of scrap wood that the backing fits into for glue up.
This time I used Roy's toothpick trick to get the backing aligned with the center line on the Osage. I liked how that worked out, too.
I usually draw the lay out on the Osage and glue on small pieces of scrap wood that the backing fits into for glue up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on March 10, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on March 10, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Kenny has only been retired from his part time job a few days and already taking up Roy's bad habits.
:nono: :nono:
Red just what kind of clams you all got down there in LA?
:nono: :nono:
Red just what kind of clams you all got down there in LA?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 10, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 10, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
I certainly missed that one, LOL! This I-pad is too small for my bifocals!
David, we have a strain of inbred freshwater mussels. Everybody knows how common marrying inside the family is in Arkansas, don't cha know?! :scared:
David, we have a strain of inbred freshwater mussels. Everybody knows how common marrying inside the family is in Arkansas, don't cha know?! :scared:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 11, 2014, 01:38:00 AM
Post by: D on March 11, 2014, 01:38:00 AM
Got some work done on a couple different riser strips tonight. Not for sure which to use or to even use either of them. Heres a few pictures of them. The riser is walnut and one set of strips is maple/osage/maple and the other is maple/walnut/maple. Which do you all think. The osage is really hard to see in the pics but I promise its bright yellow between the maple. I put tape on the walnut block to give a idea on shape.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0097.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0097.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0103.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0103.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0102.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0102.jpg.html)
Here's one of each. Its hard to see the osage in the picture but it stands out in person.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0104.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0104.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0097.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0097.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0103.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0103.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0102.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0102.jpg.html)
Here's one of each. Its hard to see the osage in the picture but it stands out in person.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0104.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0104.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 11, 2014, 01:43:00 AM
Post by: D on March 11, 2014, 01:43:00 AM
They are still roughed shaped. Just cut the radius' out with a band saw and clamped them together to see how they looked. They still have to be sanded down to get a nice curve. Its hard to tell much from the pictures.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 11, 2014, 03:22:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on March 11, 2014, 03:22:00 AM
my vote is for the walnut strip. but i'll take either. ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on March 11, 2014, 06:03:00 AM
Post by: Buemaker on March 11, 2014, 06:03:00 AM
Soy, that sander in the picture, what brand is it? Bue-.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 11, 2014, 06:25:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 11, 2014, 06:25:00 AM
Who is this Roy guy ya all speak so highly of? :)
D, both look sweet.
Ya Soy, that sander has one hell of a drum on it, what kind is it?
Clams anything like sheep? :laughing:
D, both look sweet.
Ya Soy, that sander has one hell of a drum on it, what kind is it?
Clams anything like sheep? :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on March 11, 2014, 06:53:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on March 11, 2014, 06:53:00 AM
Guess it`s a jet/performax 10-20- right?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on March 11, 2014, 07:33:00 AM
Post by: Buemaker on March 11, 2014, 07:33:00 AM
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 11, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 11, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by MoeM:Yep :archer2: when I went to visit Mr Holm I got it along with some action boo ....what a machine! I am disassembling the machine to replace the conveyor adjustment on the inboard side that's why the covers aren't on
Guess it`s a jet/performax 10-20- right?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on March 11, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on March 11, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
...Yep- the conveyor drives me nuts at the moment- no matter how fast I tension the outside setting screw the belts wants to "leave" the machine :mad:
F***ing piece of sh*** I was trying to solve this problem for few days but it keeps going left... really fu*** me up!
(excuse me I usually try to avoid "adult" language :rolleyes: )
F***ing piece of sh*** I was trying to solve this problem for few days but it keeps going left... really fu*** me up!
(excuse me I usually try to avoid "adult" language :rolleyes: )
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on March 11, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Post by: Buemaker on March 11, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Moe, is it the 10-20 that you have?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 11, 2014, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 11, 2014, 07:20:00 PM
D, I'm partial to osage, but I'm also like timbermoose. I'd take either. They are both quite nice.
At work tonight so I won't be able to get back to my trade bow until tomorrow afternoon.
At work tonight so I won't be able to get back to my trade bow until tomorrow afternoon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 11, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 11, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Don't hold back tell us how you really feel :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:00:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:00:00 AM
Moe, I understand son.. :)
Got the swap bow pretty much done. Just might keep her and make another one for the swap.. I like it...
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s7.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s7.png.html)
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(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s6.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s6.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s5.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s5.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s2.png.html)
Got the swap bow pretty much done. Just might keep her and make another one for the swap.. I like it...
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s7.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s7.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s4.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s4.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s6.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s6.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s5.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s5.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s2.png.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
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(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s1.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s10.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s10.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s9.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s9.png.html)
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 12:05:00 AM
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 12:05:00 AM
Breath Moe and count to ten..lol. Hell that never works for me either. I usually end up hitting stuff with a hammer until I feel better..lol
I did a little work tonight. I'm going with the walnut strip instead of the osage on the riser. I carried it with me today and asked a few different people and every one picked the walnut so that settles that. I got my veneers ready tonight. I went with a different design for the splice from what I put on here earlier. Something that didnt require it to be dead set in the center. So here is a picture of the ones I'm going to use. I like these better than the ones with the point anyway not to mention they are a lot more user friendly.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0105.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0105.jpg.html)
I did a little work tonight. I'm going with the walnut strip instead of the osage on the riser. I carried it with me today and asked a few different people and every one picked the walnut so that settles that. I got my veneers ready tonight. I went with a different design for the splice from what I put on here earlier. Something that didnt require it to be dead set in the center. So here is a picture of the ones I'm going to use. I like these better than the ones with the point anyway not to mention they are a lot more user friendly.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0105.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0105.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 12:09:00 AM
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 12:09:00 AM
Geez Roy that's nice. I like the color of the boo and tips.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 12, 2014, 12:15:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 12, 2014, 12:15:00 AM
Beautiful Roy! And I love the grains in your lams D! Gotta love curly maple and walnut. I kinda liked the osage stripe just for a little something different. But the walnut looks nice too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:18:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:18:00 AM
Well don't send it to me, D boy. I wanted the Osage.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:23:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:23:00 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EBx0cdOF-s&feature=youtu.be
I guess it's ok. They keep getting better, but I am in search of the perfect BBO.. :) Some day I'm gonna build it too...
Bamboo backed bows are tuff. It's a love hate relationship with me. Sometimes you get a shooter, sometimes the boo blows up a splinter and ya gotta patch it up so you still have a shoot able . Such is life I guess. But it's all fun...
I guess it's ok. They keep getting better, but I am in search of the perfect BBO.. :) Some day I'm gonna build it too...
Bamboo backed bows are tuff. It's a love hate relationship with me. Sometimes you get a shooter, sometimes the boo blows up a splinter and ya gotta patch it up so you still have a shoot able . Such is life I guess. But it's all fun...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:39:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 12:39:00 AM
Sometimes after spending 40 hours making a BBO, and bad chit happens. I just want to throw in the towel. I get so disgusted, all that time goes down the drain so to speak. But I just jump back on the horse and ride again.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 12, 2014, 01:12:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 12, 2014, 01:12:00 AM
That bow looks brilliant there Roy boy.also love your veneers 'D', nice looking bows coming along.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on March 12, 2014, 01:50:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on March 12, 2014, 01:50:00 AM
X² on what Bob said and Bue yes it is a 10-20... usually a power- and usefull tool :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 12, 2014, 07:25:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 12, 2014, 07:25:00 AM
sweet looking bow Roy. D those veneers look awesome. Moe just breath Bud
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: John Scifres on March 12, 2014, 08:19:00 AM
Post by: John Scifres on March 12, 2014, 08:19:00 AM
I shipped yesterday. Someone should have a bow tomorrow or Saturday at the latest :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 12, 2014, 08:49:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 12, 2014, 08:49:00 AM
oh boy.... could be me! somebody needs to get off their butt and build a bow if they want one from me! i get more attached to this thing every time i shoot it so they had best get on it ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 12, 2014, 09:29:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on March 12, 2014, 09:29:00 AM
Well, I'm not ready to ship yet but the swap bow is very near completion.
Tillered to 30" for safety, at the lower end of my victim's draw weight range, but I think it'll make it. Taken about 1-1.5" of set so far, currently has a touch of string follow. I believe it will end up around 1" of string follow, should be very nice on the release.
Got the handle shaped, and the whole bow sanded and stained. Need to shoot it in some and get some finish on it but it's coming together quickly.
Maybe another couple weeks so I can properly shoot it in .... AKA have Canopyboy shoot it in.
Tillered to 30" for safety, at the lower end of my victim's draw weight range, but I think it'll make it. Taken about 1-1.5" of set so far, currently has a touch of string follow. I believe it will end up around 1" of string follow, should be very nice on the release.
Got the handle shaped, and the whole bow sanded and stained. Need to shoot it in some and get some finish on it but it's coming together quickly.
Maybe another couple weeks so I can properly shoot it in .... AKA have Canopyboy shoot it in.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 12, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on March 12, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
Sounds good to me...you know where I'm at.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 12, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 12, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
ben that will be just fine, i wanted to be at the lower end anyway. i should have said 45-55 instead of 50-60 ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 11:18:00 AM
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 11:18:00 AM
Well my riser isn't glued up yet I can put the Osage strip back in it instead of the walnut. Hell may just flip a coin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 12, 2014, 11:32:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 12, 2014, 11:32:00 AM
That is one beauty of a bow Roy- I have never had the privelage of shooting a BBO so I am looking forward to receiving your bow for the swap. (That is my Jeti mind powers at work willing the bow to me.) lol :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 12, 2014, 11:35:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 12, 2014, 11:35:00 AM
Cunrushoot that is not the bow you are looking for ;) Roy's bow is mine. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 12, 2014, 11:38:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 12, 2014, 11:38:00 AM
shipped bow out today.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 12, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on March 12, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
My swap bow is done aside from a couple small touch ups that I want to do to the finish. I do not have a sprayer for my finish so I use a wipe on method. I have always been good with that in the past but for some reason really want the cleanest finish I can get for this swap - feeling the pressure of another bow pro examining the bow. It came out just a hair on the light side by a couple pounds but is shooting so nice I am going to leave it as is.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 01:25:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 01:25:00 PM
Nice looking bows and lams guys. I have 3 bows ready for glue up but I haven't got much done these last 2 weeks. My Dad had an operation to remove an aneurism last week in a hospital an hour away and this morning I took my Mom to the emergency for a bad attack of back pain. After 8 hours there, my boss said to stay home, seeing how bad the weather is getting here.
I guess I shouldn't be complaining though. My Dad is ok and he'll be on his way home this afternoon and my Mom will feel better soon I hope.
Maybe I'll get some work done this afternoon after all.
Dave.
I guess I shouldn't be complaining though. My Dad is ok and he'll be on his way home this afternoon and my Mom will feel better soon I hope.
Maybe I'll get some work done this afternoon after all.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 01:30:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 01:30:00 PM
How's the storm been in the Northeast? We're getting dumped on pretty good here in Southern Ontario. This weather is the last thing the wildlife needed right now. After the tough winter, they need a break or we'll have a lot of die off.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 12, 2014, 03:04:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on March 12, 2014, 03:04:00 PM
Jim, How bout some pictures?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on March 12, 2014, 03:10:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on March 12, 2014, 03:10:00 PM
I may be rethinking my trade bow for the second time. I'm not liking the results of the one I'm working on so far.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 12, 2014, 03:32:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 12, 2014, 03:32:00 PM
Got my first choice of bow in the oven and it's been cooking since 1300 hours. Hope she turns out sweet!! Crossing my fingers....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
It's been raining hard and windy all day here in SW Pa. Now it's down to 39 degrees, calling for snow in a few hours. Was 65 yesterday, what the hell happened?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on March 12, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on March 12, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
I know what you mean, 65 here yesterday and today 3" of very wet snow and 30degrees
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 04:39:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 04:39:00 PM
32 now, dropping fast and going down to 9...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 12, 2014, 05:19:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 12, 2014, 05:19:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:87 n blowin hot wind
32 now, dropping fast and going down to 9...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
The storm is almost past. Still snowing and 8 inches on the ground. People thought it was spring, but it's not! :readit:
It's supposed to be well above freezing by Friday.
Dave.
It's supposed to be well above freezing by Friday.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 05:26:00 PM
Oh, and the maple syrup is running!! :goldtooth:
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Shawn, shut up....... :) LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 12, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 12, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
sunny and hot. Red Flag fire warnings today...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 12, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on March 12, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Here in VA we were at nearly 70 today or something arounf there and I think we're supposed to go down to 20 .... something like 40 degrees in 8 hours ...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 12, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by beachbowhunter:That's the problem with California. When it rains, you get washed out, otherwise, it's shake and bake. ;)
sunny and hot. Red Flag fire warnings today...
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Hey I've got a question for you all that are better at building bows than I am.....which from what I've seen so far is everybody.
So these veneers I have been working on are pretty dang thin. I'm worried I'm going to break them. My question is...Can I go ahead and glue them to the cores?? That might be a big no no I'm not for sure. Also if I can go ahead and glue them do I have to glue them to the form shape or will they bend with the core if I glue them flat?? This might be a stupid question but I was just looking at them tonight and thought about that.
Oh riser is has walnut strip..lol..its in the oven now.
So these veneers I have been working on are pretty dang thin. I'm worried I'm going to break them. My question is...Can I go ahead and glue them to the cores?? That might be a big no no I'm not for sure. Also if I can go ahead and glue them do I have to glue them to the form shape or will they bend with the core if I glue them flat?? This might be a stupid question but I was just looking at them tonight and thought about that.
Oh riser is has walnut strip..lol..its in the oven now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 12, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 12, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Happy Happy Happy with glue lines
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMG_0515.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMG_0515.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMG_0515.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMG_0515.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
D, I don't know. I don't do glass bows.. :) But I would glue everything up at once.
Well the swap bow is all done, new string and served and string nocks tied on. Gonna shoot her some more, then send her west. I really hate to see her go... Came out right at 50 pounds.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s11.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s11.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s12.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s12.png.html)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nu21tysWxck
Well the swap bow is all done, new string and served and string nocks tied on. Gonna shoot her some more, then send her west. I really hate to see her go... Came out right at 50 pounds.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s11.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s11.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/s12.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/s12.png.html)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nu21tysWxck
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on March 12, 2014, 09:48:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on March 12, 2014, 09:48:00 PM
D,
I would not glue them up to core wood and then glue the rest of the bow up in form later. How thin are they? If they are .030 to .050 that is normal. Just take care when applying glue and placing them with the other laminations.
If you are making a glass bow, what I do is put my glue on the glass first. Then put glue on one side of the veneer and gently flip it onto the piece of glass. Then put glue on the other side of the veneer and continue to add laminations. This is how I do it. Never have broken one yet.
I would not glue them up to core wood and then glue the rest of the bow up in form later. How thin are they? If they are .030 to .050 that is normal. Just take care when applying glue and placing them with the other laminations.
If you are making a glass bow, what I do is put my glue on the glass first. Then put glue on one side of the veneer and gently flip it onto the piece of glass. Then put glue on the other side of the veneer and continue to add laminations. This is how I do it. Never have broken one yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Nice Justin....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on March 12, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on March 12, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Roy, if it comes to Arkansas, I'll take real good care of it. I'll even send a pic or two of it to ya ever once in a while. :goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 12, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 12, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
D, just glued some .025 b/w ebony lams in a one piece. Had to join them together with a small angle joint, no issues. I believe veneer packs usually run .024 and a lot of guys use them.
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 12, 2014, 10:28:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 12, 2014, 10:28:00 PM
Well some great bow in the works and we have 2 more in the mail so we have 3 in travel. One does have a long way to go though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
I'm sending my swap bow west, but it may take 2 weeks to get there. Half way around the globe is a long way.. :) But it could end up in California, or Iowa, or Canada. Heck I gotta look now for the correct address.. :) Kelly help me out..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 12, 2014, 10:59:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 12, 2014, 10:59:00 PM
D, I'd glue it up like Mr. Flanrey does. I do mine the same way. A real steep angle to glue the veneers together really helps out. I do a couple test runs just to make sure they won't break during glue up.
The rest of you guys are doing great, even you Roy.
The rest of you guys are doing great, even you Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on March 12, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on March 12, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
so far west, that it will be east again :confused: :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 12, 2014, 11:22:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 12, 2014, 11:22:00 PM
Dang nice bow Roy! Nice glue lines too Justin-
D on the veneers glue them up all at once, if your glue is warm it helps while spreading it especially on veneers.
D on the veneers glue them up all at once, if your glue is warm it helps while spreading it especially on veneers.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on March 12, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on March 12, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
West...... Kooool.... I'll take it. After a couple heat sessions mine might be ready to pull on by this weekend.....and yes my shop sure needs some spring cleaning. Normally clamp it in the middle of the form but it has a small ridge just under the back of the grip and had to heat one limb at a time.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/7C7412C0-99BA-49FF-B533-868BD717F17E.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/7C7412C0-99BA-49FF-B533-868BD717F17E.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/76975025-DD96-4A20-9459-2232A29DAEC0.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/76975025-DD96-4A20-9459-2232A29DAEC0.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/CAF14C19-3A43-4700-BBB7-F4908797D61D.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/CAF14C19-3A43-4700-BBB7-F4908797D61D.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/7C7412C0-99BA-49FF-B533-868BD717F17E.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/7C7412C0-99BA-49FF-B533-868BD717F17E.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/76975025-DD96-4A20-9459-2232A29DAEC0.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/76975025-DD96-4A20-9459-2232A29DAEC0.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/CAF14C19-3A43-4700-BBB7-F4908797D61D.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/CAF14C19-3A43-4700-BBB7-F4908797D61D.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 12, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 12, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
Looks like things are rolling along pretty fast now! Glad I don't have to choose from all these bows... That would be a tough job!
Took the "clams" off my bow this afternoon and glued a handle block on. I should get it reduced to profile and start thinning limbs Friday.
Looking good, guys! :clapper:
Took the "clams" off my bow this afternoon and glued a handle block on. I should get it reduced to profile and start thinning limbs Friday.
Looking good, guys! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
Post by: D on March 12, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
Alright gluing them up all at once it is. Ive only done one with veneers and I glued them up all at once and it came out decent. Everybody I really appreciate help and advice.
Roy that braced picture is just awesome.
Texan I think a shop is supposed to look like work is done in it. I like the bow too. I always like to watch the selfbows take shape. What yall can do with a chunk of wood just amazes me
Roy that braced picture is just awesome.
Texan I think a shop is supposed to look like work is done in it. I like the bow too. I always like to watch the selfbows take shape. What yall can do with a chunk of wood just amazes me
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on March 13, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on March 13, 2014, 12:04:00 AM
Got shipping confirmation on my stave today. Hopefully in a week or so I'll have some progress to show.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 13, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 13, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
that's how a real bowshop is supposed to look like,Tex. not all clean and FANCY like martha stewart lives there :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 13, 2014, 09:48:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 13, 2014, 09:48:00 PM
If you're worried about the veneers breaking with the glue on em, lay the glue to the glass, then the veneer, then flip the glass over on the veneer. The glass won't break !!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 13, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 13, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
:thumbsup: :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 13, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 13, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
I think what Roy meant to say is that he was sending it to Santa and he will drop it off at ***** house on his way to see the Easter bunny.
I will be heading out to CO tomorrow to see some family then to CA to see more A lot of driving over the next week.
I will be on some but my not get anything up dated until I get home.
I will be heading out to CO tomorrow to see some family then to CA to see more A lot of driving over the next week.
I will be on some but my not get anything up dated until I get home.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 14, 2014, 02:32:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on March 14, 2014, 02:32:00 AM
I did not realize just how bad horn smells when using the belt sander...might have to wait till the weather clears just a bit to finish these nocks...
Today we had sleet, snow, 50mph winds and now its raining..what a crazy day.
Today we had sleet, snow, 50mph winds and now its raining..what a crazy day.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 11:19:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 11:19:00 AM
Just got some glass from Kenny, probably the last order I'll ever get to have with the guy :(
Think I finally figured out how to get some pictures taken too. I've got to grind one more set of tapers for this trade bow and I'm ready to glue up. I'll get some pics up of the lams today sometime. Finally able to kick the kids outside so I can get some daddy time in the shop so should finally be able to get some work done! :knothead:
Don't worry *********, I'm gonna start busting tail now to get your bow done. It is gonna look really nice when she's done! I'm kinda jealous already, so that's a good thing, right?
Think I finally figured out how to get some pictures taken too. I've got to grind one more set of tapers for this trade bow and I'm ready to glue up. I'll get some pics up of the lams today sometime. Finally able to kick the kids outside so I can get some daddy time in the shop so should finally be able to get some work done! :knothead:
Don't worry *********, I'm gonna start busting tail now to get your bow done. It is gonna look really nice when she's done! I'm kinda jealous already, so that's a good thing, right?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 11:20:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 11:20:00 AM
Kevin, I know what you mean! The first time I used horn I stunk up the garage so bad the wife complained for two days! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 14, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 14, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
Yea I did come cow horn that stunk so bad I thought I was going to puke-lol way worse then antlers-came out nice though.
Waiting for pics Joe.
Waiting for pics Joe.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 14, 2014, 12:31:00 PM
Post by: D on March 14, 2014, 12:31:00 PM
The bad thing it just gets in your clothes and everything
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
As promised, here's some pics of the bow for *&#^#*$(*
Riser block
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0002_zps9809a571.jpg)
Close-up of the accent. She's also got a walnut I-beam
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0003_zps9303ae62.jpg)
And here's the lams. Walnut on back, hickory on belly. I've still got to grind the taper on the wedges, but that's it before glue-up.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0004_zpsd8f91307.jpg)
She should look really nice under glass. Anyway, that's it for now. I'm on 12 hour night shift all weekend, so won't get to do anything till Monday. I actually need to get some sleep now before I go in tonight :(
Oh, I also got this in the mail today
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0001_zps8e9fe00b.jpg)
I'm torn now. I told myself that if I got my bow before I finished my recipient's, I wasn't going to open it till ********'s was done. But now I have it it's soooo tempting! :knothead: What do I do?!
Riser block
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0002_zps9809a571.jpg)
Close-up of the accent. She's also got a walnut I-beam
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0003_zps9303ae62.jpg)
And here's the lams. Walnut on back, hickory on belly. I've still got to grind the taper on the wedges, but that's it before glue-up.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0004_zpsd8f91307.jpg)
She should look really nice under glass. Anyway, that's it for now. I'm on 12 hour night shift all weekend, so won't get to do anything till Monday. I actually need to get some sleep now before I go in tonight :(
Oh, I also got this in the mail today
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0001_zps8e9fe00b.jpg)
I'm torn now. I told myself that if I got my bow before I finished my recipient's, I wasn't going to open it till ********'s was done. But now I have it it's soooo tempting! :knothead: What do I do?!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 14, 2014, 02:52:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 14, 2014, 02:52:00 PM
lol...that would be a tough promise to keep.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 14, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 14, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Joe that's going to be a beauty!! I'd have to open the box.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
I'd have ripped that box open as soon as I got my hands on it.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 14, 2014, 04:03:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 14, 2014, 04:03:00 PM
Joe ya better open it just to make sure you didn't get my bow by mistake ;) who's it from?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on March 14, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on March 14, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
OPEN IT!! Or have someone else open it and post pics so we can see it. That way you keep your promise and we don't have to wait. It's a win win.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 14, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 14, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
(http://i748.photobucket.com/albums/xx121/Zradix/deereatingpopcorn.gif)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 14, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 14, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
OPEN IT!!! OPEN IT!!! OPEN IT!!! TAKE SOME DANG PICTURES OF IT!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 14, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 14, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
I am with mj. As soon as I seen the post I thought if I made that same promise I would just have the wife open if. Promise kept.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on March 14, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on March 14, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
Got my hickory board in today, will probably hit it with the hand planer tonight or tomorrow. It's kinda cheating, but it makes a reliable surface for me to work from, which is important.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 07:20:00 PM
John, love that pic! I lol'd for real when I saw it! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 14, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 14, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
:thumbsup: :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 14, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: D on March 14, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
I agree you shouldn't open it. IF you made that promise that is. I on the other hand have made no such promise HA. So whoever is building my bow can send away..lol. Oh im just kidding I think waiting til your done is a great idea actually
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 08:20:00 PM
D boy, your damn lucky I didn't get your name. I hold onto your bow till it was 2 months past due.. :) LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 14, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 14, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
I bet he takes a peek late at night when nobody's lookin. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 14, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: D on March 14, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
That would be fine Roy. You could send it as late as you wanted I wouldn't shoot that piece of junk anyway hahaha
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 14, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 14, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
My only promise was that I'd get my bow out earlier this year. Luckily, that was a low bar to set. I couldn't promise not to open my bow. It's like you're keeping your bowyer in suspense too. He wants to see pics of you with his labor and bask in your enjoyment of the bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
D, ya just been added to the thumpin list son.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
Cantolope boy, ya got any pictures of your swap bow yet?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 14, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by canopyboy:Yes, I understand this too. It would keep me in suspense waiting for my recipient to open his. I hope I'm not being rude to Jim - I just don't want to hinder myself from getting mine out in a timely fashion. I have been slacking a bit, but I've been trying to be a better daddy and husband, and unfortunately that takes time from what I'd rather be doing (jk!) Anyway, now that I'm making myself wait, I'll probably camp out in the garage for the next week till I finish ******** *******'s bow! :help:
I couldn't promise not to open my bow. It's like you're keeping your bowyer in suspense too. He wants to see pics of you with his labor and bask in your enjoyment of the bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 11:39:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2014, 11:39:00 PM
Joe, just open the darn thing...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 15, 2014, 04:25:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 15, 2014, 04:25:00 AM
I have to admit, I'm at work and had a moment of weakness and got on here to search back and see some build pics. Now I really want to open it! Ugh. :banghead:
I'll get something done tomorrow. Maybe try to get a limb glued up for *******. Should have a bit of time before I need to sleep?
I'll get something done tomorrow. Maybe try to get a limb glued up for *******. Should have a bit of time before I need to sleep?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: tradbower on March 15, 2014, 05:15:00 AM
Post by: tradbower on March 15, 2014, 05:15:00 AM
Well I had a package delivered on Thursday, but did not get home until Friday, Thursday had to be the longest day I ever put in, and this was waiting for me in the garage.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3167.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3167.jpg.html)
Couldn't get a knife out fast enough to get the thing open, don't know how talkingcabbage is holding out, this is what was inside.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3168.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3168.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3169.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3169.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3171.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3171.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3173.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3173.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3174.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3174.jpg.html)
John also sent a string keeper, the old shooting glove has been here for a while.
John thanks for a great bow I am sure I will be using it this year for hunting and stumping.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3167.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3167.jpg.html)
Couldn't get a knife out fast enough to get the thing open, don't know how talkingcabbage is holding out, this is what was inside.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3168.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3168.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3169.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3169.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3171.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3171.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3173.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3173.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v239/tradbowr/IMG_3174.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/tradbowr/media/IMG_3174.jpg.html)
John also sent a string keeper, the old shooting glove has been here for a while.
John thanks for a great bow I am sure I will be using it this year for hunting and stumping.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 15, 2014, 07:40:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 15, 2014, 07:40:00 AM
Joe
Your are definitely not being rude. Though I should mention that I included something extra that might be used on your build.
Jim
Your are definitely not being rude. Though I should mention that I included something extra that might be used on your build.
Jim
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 15, 2014, 08:07:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on March 15, 2014, 08:07:00 AM
Joe, I'm not going to say anythign about the package.
I'm gonna say I really like those hickory lams!
Definately not somethign you see every day! really great.
I'm gonna say I really like those hickory lams!
Definately not somethign you see every day! really great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 15, 2014, 09:16:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 15, 2014, 09:16:00 AM
Very nice Joe and John..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 15, 2014, 10:17:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 15, 2014, 10:17:00 AM
cool bow!
:thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 15, 2014, 11:08:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 15, 2014, 11:08:00 AM
yep that was one ive been checking the porch for :( woulda never worked at that draw length though. congrats!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 15, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 15, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Great looking bow! Worked for a couple hours on my swap. Super happy with how she is working out! Fades came out perfect in my eyes, profile is looking great and I'm right on track with the weight! Just need to wait for the overlays to arrive so I can continue on and start shaping the riser and tips.
Just a little preview!!!
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/2A22DD1B-FC78-4F4C-87FD-3419E4B5F513.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/2A22DD1B-FC78-4F4C-87FD-3419E4B5F513.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/CD25CA3A-F864-4146-8C45-CA116FA4013D.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/CD25CA3A-F864-4146-8C45-CA116FA4013D.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/33DCC915-E6B1-4C16-8CAD-701EB66E6747.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/33DCC915-E6B1-4C16-8CAD-701EB66E6747.jpg.html)
Very pleased with how this one is turning out!!! Justin
Just a little preview!!!
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/2A22DD1B-FC78-4F4C-87FD-3419E4B5F513.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/2A22DD1B-FC78-4F4C-87FD-3419E4B5F513.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/CD25CA3A-F864-4146-8C45-CA116FA4013D.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/CD25CA3A-F864-4146-8C45-CA116FA4013D.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/33DCC915-E6B1-4C16-8CAD-701EB66E6747.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/33DCC915-E6B1-4C16-8CAD-701EB66E6747.jpg.html)
Very pleased with how this one is turning out!!! Justin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on March 15, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on March 15, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
That's looking super classy, Justin! :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 15, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 15, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
wow..those are nice fades.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 15, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 15, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Been busy with work and honey-dos. I'll get back on my trade tomorrow.
Beautiful bows, guys!!! I especially like that self bow, John.
Joe, good luck keeping that promise! No way I could stand up to that kind of pressure! :archer:
Beautiful bows, guys!!! I especially like that self bow, John.
Joe, good luck keeping that promise! No way I could stand up to that kind of pressure! :archer:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 15, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 15, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Very nice, Justin...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on March 15, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on March 15, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Might have some pics of where I've gotten the bow down to with the hand planer-needs to be heated and bent into alignment, then I can start working on the riser and tips. Pulls good, just the board had some bend in it. Somewhere between 50-55 pounds (probably closer to 55) at 29", now I've got to refine it some. Once I refine the shape, I can work on getting the finish on the wood before I lace it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 16, 2014, 01:31:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 16, 2014, 01:31:00 AM
Nice glue lines bowhuntingetc. Looking great!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 16, 2014, 11:04:00 AM
Post by: D on March 16, 2014, 11:04:00 AM
NO WAY I FINALLY MADE THE "ROY'S THUMPIN LIST" I've been trying to do that for years. Almost made it on my birthday too.
Anyway though great looking bows everybody.
Justin that thing has a great bend. Great looking bow
I've been working on mine some. I swear one of the hardest about building a bow for me is getting the back of my riser to match the shape of my form. I trace it and cut it on the bandsaw and its close then when I go to sand the saw kerfs out I somehow on a belt on the sander that is square with its deck I somehow manage to sand it off square..lol...so trace the shape and try again. Oh well I'll get it.
Anyway though great looking bows everybody.
Justin that thing has a great bend. Great looking bow
I've been working on mine some. I swear one of the hardest about building a bow for me is getting the back of my riser to match the shape of my form. I trace it and cut it on the bandsaw and its close then when I go to sand the saw kerfs out I somehow on a belt on the sander that is square with its deck I somehow manage to sand it off square..lol...so trace the shape and try again. Oh well I'll get it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
D, ya just lost this bow. I was going to send it to you because we've been friends on here for a long time, and I was going to start another bow for the swap. But since ya got a bad case of potty mouth this morning, then the heck with ya boy. I'll just send it west to my recipient. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 02:30:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 02:30:00 PM
Well I just shot it another 50 times, 50 pounds is a bit much for this ole man to shoot on a regular basis. I'd love to keep it, but I can make another one just like her @ 40 pounds.. :) So it's all packaged up in a 4 inch pvc pipe and I'll ship it out tomorrow. It's heading west from Pennsylvania. Kelly I will contact you tomorrow after I ship it.
D, stop and think about this. Tennessee is west of Pennsylvania.... That's all I'm gonna say, so keep your fingers crossed or wave at it as it flies past your house.. :) LOL
D, stop and think about this. Tennessee is west of Pennsylvania.... That's all I'm gonna say, so keep your fingers crossed or wave at it as it flies past your house.. :) LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Boobacker on March 16, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
Post by: Boobacker on March 16, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
Give D a time it might B going BY ! LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 03:50:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 03:50:00 PM
I'm guessing 9AM Tuesday morning. It has a long ways to travel. California is like 3,000 miles from Pa. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 16, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: D on March 16, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Hahaha ill go get my signalling mirror and just stand outside in the field. Roy ol buddy you know I would be happy to have that bow..........but not as happy as whoever I GAVE it away to Lolol just kidding my friend
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Out the door in the morning...
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swapship1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swapship1.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swapship2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swapship2.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swapship1.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swapship1.png.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/swapship2.png) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/swapship2.png.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 16, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 16, 2014, 05:38:00 PM
Well, someone will be happy... I guess. :bigsmyl:
Got $&?@;/!'s bow rasped to profile today. Now it'll have to wait until Wednesday before I have a chance to reduce limb thickness.
Got $&?@;/!'s bow rasped to profile today. Now it'll have to wait until Wednesday before I have a chance to reduce limb thickness.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 16, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 16, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Boobacker on March 16, 2014, 06:53:00 PM
Post by: Boobacker on March 16, 2014, 06:53:00 PM
Roy did u throw in ure empty cans of Coors in there !!!Also I hope you didn't glue on the ENDS??? I would like to have any of the bows on here !Denny
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 16, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 16, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
roy, could we get a better pic of the mid-section of the tube? you know, where you wrote on it?
i got my lams/glass from kenny the other day, was planning to use a nice piece of walnut for the riser. it has somehow disappeared from my garage. it's a mess in there now, spent all day tossing the whole thing looking for it. gone! but i got a piece of walnut that is 1x4x18" and a maple piece that is 3/4x2x18" might laminate them up for the riser. has dark brown glass and maple lams. what ya think?
i got my lams/glass from kenny the other day, was planning to use a nice piece of walnut for the riser. it has somehow disappeared from my garage. it's a mess in there now, spent all day tossing the whole thing looking for it. gone! but i got a piece of walnut that is 1x4x18" and a maple piece that is 3/4x2x18" might laminate them up for the riser. has dark brown glass and maple lams. what ya think?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 08:03:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 16, 2014, 08:03:00 PM
LOL, I did include a full can of Coors Light in the tube.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 16, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 16, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Roy i dont know if ya wanna airmail a bow with a can of WATER! With the pressure changes that thing couuld explode and get my bow all wet
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 16, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 16, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Cant wait 'till it gets here :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on March 16, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on March 16, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
The way I see it, it should be here Wednesday
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 16, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
Post by: D on March 16, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
I'm sure whoever gets it will be super excited. Well done Roy
I spent just a little time in the shop tonight. I got so pissed off I just turned everything off and left. I'm going to build a new form I think not for sure yet may have to build a new riser to but who knows. Too aggravated to even want to think about it right now.
I spent just a little time in the shop tonight. I got so pissed off I just turned everything off and left. I'm going to build a new form I think not for sure yet may have to build a new riser to but who knows. Too aggravated to even want to think about it right now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on March 16, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on March 16, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Great looking bow Roy. Any one of us would be lucky to receive it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 16, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 16, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
I know what you mean, D. You just have to step back and take a breather every now and then... Keep at it though, bro! The sawdust will blow in your favor in the long run! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 17, 2014, 12:39:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 17, 2014, 12:39:00 AM
San Diego is about as west as you can get from PA.. Can't wait Roy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 17, 2014, 01:37:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 17, 2014, 01:37:00 AM
11 days since I sent my swap bow and still not there! :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 06:34:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 06:34:00 AM
Relax D, the bow will work out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 17, 2014, 09:37:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 17, 2014, 09:37:00 AM
This is killing me. I'm at the ranch in Nebraska for spring break and all these good looking bows are shipping.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 11:52:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 11:52:00 AM
It's on it's way.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 17, 2014, 12:50:00 PM
Post by: D on March 17, 2014, 12:50:00 PM
Oh I wish I was home ide have someone take a pic of me in my yard waving at the sky..Lolol. it will make someone very happy Mr Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 12:52:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 12:52:00 PM
Thanks D, on down the road if you want one, we could do a trade.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 04:06:00 PM
11 days since I sent my swap bow and still not there! [banghead] [banghead] [banghead]
Hey BigBob....
Long Live The Glass Bow.. :)
Little ironic that I shipped my bow out today and when the wife got home from work she said, whatever you ordered is here... It was down by the back door. I said I didn't order anything, but it could be my swap bow...
It's an awesome bow, Bobby. Thank you so much brother.. Roy
Hey BigBob....
Long Live The Glass Bow.. :)
Little ironic that I shipped my bow out today and when the wife got home from work she said, whatever you ordered is here... It was down by the back door. I said I didn't order anything, but it could be my swap bow...
It's an awesome bow, Bobby. Thank you so much brother.. Roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 17, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 17, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
:clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Bobby also included a piece of hairy oak wood and black wattle wood, and a piece of kangaroo skin.
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7847.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7847.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7848.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7848.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7849.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7849.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7850.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7850.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7847.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7847.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7848.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7848.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7849.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7849.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/IMG_7850.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/IMG_7850.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 17, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 17, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
AWE DANG!
I've been wondering where that one was going.
The "local" woods on that are extremely cool.
The R P sure is a classy touch.
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I've been wondering where that one was going.
The "local" woods on that are extremely cool.
The R P sure is a classy touch.
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 17, 2014, 05:08:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 17, 2014, 05:08:00 PM
Roy... I don't know what yer a doin with my bow son but u best be sending r on to me :deadhorse: you lucky dog
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 17, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 17, 2014, 05:53:00 PM
Nice work Bob, congrats Roy.
The wife is getting fed up with me running to the post office all the time and not bringing the mail home. :laughing: she just dont understand.
Cory
The wife is getting fed up with me running to the post office all the time and not bringing the mail home. :laughing: she just dont understand.
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 17, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 17, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
You must be livin right, Mr Roy!! That one looks sweet!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 17, 2014, 06:18:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 17, 2014, 06:18:00 PM
Feeling mighty relieved it got there safely! guess Roy can't pay out on glass bows now he owns one! :goldtooth: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on March 17, 2014, 07:23:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on March 17, 2014, 07:23:00 PM
Great lookin bow Roy! How bout a picture with it in your little buckskin dress you got hanging there!! :laughing: second thought, better not! I just ate supper!!! :laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on March 17, 2014, 07:24:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on March 17, 2014, 07:24:00 PM
Weather has warmed so I started on a bow. Got the riser glued up today.
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow002_zps30f19b5d.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow002_zps30f19b5d.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow002_zps30f19b5d.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow002_zps30f19b5d.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 17, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 17, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Got the handle shaped on mine and glued the skins on the back. Haven't had as much time to work on it lately, but hope to get it finished up soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 17, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 17, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Nice!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 17, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 17, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Roy your one lucky dog! Looks cool Al I like it with the red accent!!!! Hopefully my overlays come in soon... I got the itch to finish this bow! Super excited!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 17, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 17, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
We'll done big bob! Form looks good, Roy...I guess. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 17, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on March 17, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
I know they are not made of wood, but I had to finish these before the shavings started hitting the floor..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/4F3BF8E7-914B-4FC8-9C5D-15738A9EA356_zpscq9k77jj.jpg)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/4F3BF8E7-914B-4FC8-9C5D-15738A9EA356_zpscq9k77jj.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on March 17, 2014, 10:59:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on March 17, 2014, 10:59:00 PM
Congrats on that sweet bow Roy, and very well done Bob :thumbsup:
Roy - Bring that sucker to Marsh Hill this year. I'd love to try it out.
Roy - Bring that sucker to Marsh Hill this year. I'd love to try it out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 18, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 18, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
John you know Roy wont risk being caught out in the open with a glass bow! :bigsmyl: Al that contrast in the riser looks great.thanks red hill and Kevin h those heads look terrific!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 18, 2014, 05:22:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 18, 2014, 05:22:00 AM
Nice job, Kevin, on those points. I wish I could turn em out like that!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 18, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 18, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
Kevin are them gonna be shipping out with my bow?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 18, 2014, 11:04:00 AM
Post by: D on March 18, 2014, 11:04:00 AM
Roy congrats man thats great. Trust me you will not be disappointed with one of bobs bows. He does a great job on them and they shoot quick to
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2014, 11:23:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2014, 11:23:00 AM
Yup I know how well his bows shoot.. I was shooting her this morning.. :) And it sure is pretty...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 18, 2014, 11:32:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on March 18, 2014, 11:32:00 AM
Echatham...
Sorry, those points are going to a friend of Talkingcabbage...
Sorry, those points are going to a friend of Talkingcabbage...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2014, 03:12:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2014, 03:12:00 PM
I'm not sure which is worse, waiting to receive your swap bow, or waiting for your recipient to receive the bow you shipped to him.. :)
But tomorrow he should have it.....
But tomorrow he should have it.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 18, 2014, 07:07:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 18, 2014, 07:07:00 PM
Oh yeah PA to NE is around 2 days I will be checking the mail tomorrow for sure. :pray:
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 18, 2014, 07:12:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 18, 2014, 07:12:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:definitely waiting for your recipient To receive
I'm not sure which is worse, waiting to receive your swap bow, or waiting for your recipient to receive the bow you shipped to him.. :)
But tomorrow he should have it.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 18, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 18, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
no... the worst is waiting on your recipient to build a bow so you can ship one to him. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 18, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 18, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Hey that was not one of the multiple choice answers :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 18, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 18, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
I'm working on it, Eric! Between 3 jobs and a wife, time is hard to come by! :knothead:
Thought I'd be able to knock out my trade bow next week during spring break, but my step dad is having surgery. So I'll be tied up part of the week stressing and waiting... Sounds similar to a bow trade!
Thought I'd be able to knock out my trade bow next week during spring break, but my step dad is having surgery. So I'll be tied up part of the week stressing and waiting... Sounds similar to a bow trade!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 18, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 18, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
I gotta get off my butt and try to save mine. ;)
If Roy's gets here tomorrow, my recipient will have to wait another month while I play with my new toy..... :laughing: :laughing:
If Roy's gets here tomorrow, my recipient will have to wait another month while I play with my new toy..... :laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2014, 09:29:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2014, 09:29:00 PM
I played wif mine today... :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 18, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 18, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Hay now :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 18, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 18, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
You'll go blind Roy! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 18, 2014, 11:21:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 18, 2014, 11:21:00 PM
Kevin, you're making those for Jarvis? Those are pretty. I like the obsidian, but whatever those lighter ones in the middle are sure are pretty. I'd hate to shoot something with them and get them all messy or broken!
I got one limb glued up earlier today, and the other one is about an hour away from being out of the hot box. May get a chance to clean them up tomorrow before the honey-do's.
I got one limb glued up earlier today, and the other one is about an hour away from being out of the hot box. May get a chance to clean them up tomorrow before the honey-do's.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 19, 2014, 12:15:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on March 19, 2014, 12:15:00 AM
Yep, those are for jarvis...
The middle ones were thrown in as a just because...
Made out of agate, petrofied wood, and tennessee chert..all tough stuff.
The middle ones were thrown in as a just because...
Made out of agate, petrofied wood, and tennessee chert..all tough stuff.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on March 19, 2014, 04:56:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on March 19, 2014, 04:56:00 AM
btw...
i know there is a dead line but no "-not - to - send - bow - before - date-".... is it true?
if it is, i can ship it right now... or do i need to wait for "some shipping started" day...
best.
i know there is a dead line but no "-not - to - send - bow - before - date-".... is it true?
if it is, i can ship it right now... or do i need to wait for "some shipping started" day...
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 06:51:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 06:51:00 AM
Someone is getting a bow today.. :) Hope you like it..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 08:18:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 08:18:00 AM
inksoup as i understand it, you ship as soon as your done UNLESS your recipient has a June ship date (meaning they are a first timer or shipped late last year) and then just wait until they ship before you ship. I have a June ship date, but i'm ready to ship, so you can go ahead and send it to me if im the lucky guy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 08:57:00 AM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 08:57:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:No package for me, I guess someone else will have to like it. :mad:
Someone is getting a bow today.. :) Hope you like it..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 09:07:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 09:07:00 AM
my mail don't run until 4 or so... so we'll see. also waiting on some bandsaw blades and whatnot
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on March 19, 2014, 11:13:00 AM
Post by: Al Dean on March 19, 2014, 11:13:00 AM
No package here. So much for Nebraska.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 19, 2014, 11:14:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on March 19, 2014, 11:14:00 AM
Can't wait to get home and see if it's me!!!!! I don't live west, but I also don't trust Roy to say if it's going east ....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
:laughing: I just checked the tracking, it's out for delivery....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 19, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on March 19, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
I live pretty far west of most of you...and north for that matter...
But odds are someone else will be a happy camper by the end of the day...
But odds are someone else will be a happy camper by the end of the day...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Out for delivery humm? That could be ups, there's still hope, Roy you're dirty dog if everyone is expecting USPS and you shipped UPS. Ahh the trickery! :smileystooges:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 12:04:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 12:04:00 PM
i don't trust him on "west" either. we shall see...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 01:07:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 01:07:00 PM
USPS...... Still hasn't been delivered.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 19, 2014, 01:07:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 19, 2014, 01:07:00 PM
Got the limbs unwrapped today and I'm very pleased. Other than a few minor streaks in the glass, which was to be expected on the dark walnut, they look really nice! And really, the streaks aren't that bad unless you catch them in the light just right.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0015_zps7a950443.jpg)
And here's how the hickory turned out. I really like the grain on this stuff.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0017_zps16892e57.jpg)
Now to work for the next couple nights and back to the fun stuff.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0015_zps7a950443.jpg)
And here's how the hickory turned out. I really like the grain on this stuff.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0017_zps16892e57.jpg)
Now to work for the next couple nights and back to the fun stuff.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 19, 2014, 01:28:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 19, 2014, 01:28:00 PM
Looks real nice joe
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
Looks great Joe
Roy your killing us, are you sure you sent it? :saywhat:
Roy your killing us, are you sure you sent it? :saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 01:57:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 01:57:00 PM
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 01:59:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 01:59:00 PM
LOL I just posted a picture of the receipt, then realized the tracking number was there .. LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 19, 2014, 02:38:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 19, 2014, 02:38:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Shore do!
Cantolope boy, ya got any pictures of your swap bow yet?
(http://i.imgur.com/E5YbAqA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Etho5q0.jpg)
Eat your heart out Roybert!
(Still fine tuning the tiller...)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Sweet....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 02:47:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 02:47:00 PM
Dang I should have been paying closer attention, as if I haven't been watching like a hawk.lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 19, 2014, 02:59:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 19, 2014, 02:59:00 PM
looking great joe.
sweet indeed canopy.
sweet indeed canopy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 03:17:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 03:17:00 PM
Well mail hasnt run yet :pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 19, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
Dang I should have been paying closer attention, as if I haven't been watching like a hawk.lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 04:51:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 19, 2014, 04:51:00 PM
well it wasn't me :(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Well he wasn't home, so they left a notice..
Notice Left (No Authorized Recipient Available)
That bums me right out... Bet it does him too, LOL...
Notice Left (No Authorized Recipient Available)
That bums me right out... Bet it does him too, LOL...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on March 19, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: macbow on March 19, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
I waited home all day so it isn't for me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on March 19, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on March 19, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
It wasn't in my mail neither.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 19, 2014, 06:49:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 19, 2014, 06:49:00 PM
sure never made it over the ditch to here either, worst luck! Joe those veneers are truly awesome!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 08:10:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 19, 2014, 08:10:00 PM
May as well tell ya all, I had D's name in the bow swap... Not sure if he is home though, just sent him a PM..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on March 19, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on March 19, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
No notice on my door either....total bummer!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 19, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 19, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
That's no fair, Roy! Don't tell! Talk about bursting bubbles! :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
HAHAHAHAHAHA I tell you what I got home after work not thinking anything about it and opened the mail box and there on top was the "sorry we missed you" slip. I said "NO WAY" out loud. Did a quick turn around in the cultisack (however that's spelled) and floored it to the post office which I only live less than a mile away from only to find they closed an hour before I got there. I have already called in late to work in the morning so I can pick it up. I'll tell you all the same thing I told Roy in the PM I have been smiling all afternoon and tonight. No way I'll be able to sleep tonight. Roy my hats off to ya my friend and I haven't even seen it yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 20, 2014, 12:22:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 20, 2014, 12:22:00 AM
:bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 20, 2014, 01:22:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 20, 2014, 01:22:00 AM
great result 'D' you've done well! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 20, 2014, 05:43:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 20, 2014, 05:43:00 AM
LMAO..
Ole D had a few drinks last night, then tried to send me a PM.. LMAO.... Called in late for work, LOL... NO sleep, LOL..
It's only a bow, D... :)
I can see him now, waiting at the post office an hour before they open.. LOL
Ole D had a few drinks last night, then tried to send me a PM.. LMAO.... Called in late for work, LOL... NO sleep, LOL..
It's only a bow, D... :)
I can see him now, waiting at the post office an hour before they open.. LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on March 20, 2014, 09:17:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on March 20, 2014, 09:17:00 AM
Every time a brother says they have shipped their bow I get all anxious and stay home only to see it was delivered to someone else. :( :(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 20, 2014, 09:46:00 AM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 20, 2014, 09:46:00 AM
Ranger 3, I feel your pain, I go through the same thing till I see it was delivered, then get all bummed for awhile.
I need to do a handle wrap and some finish yet on mine, then it's ready to ship. Will be a week or so yet.
I need to do a handle wrap and some finish yet on mine, then it's ready to ship. Will be a week or so yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 01:53:00 PM
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 01:53:00 PM
I actually slept ok lol. I was at the post office two minutes after they opened and I mean that literally..lol. I had to open it at work this morning ive only had time to draw it once. I tell you what guys Roy pics do not do it justice. I know none of us can stand him but that ol fart can build a pretty damn good bow. Haha I got to get back to work but ill put some pics up tonight. THANKS ROY
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 20, 2014, 01:56:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 20, 2014, 01:56:00 PM
:clapper: Way to go D and Roy! congrats!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 20, 2014, 02:15:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 20, 2014, 02:15:00 PM
I HOPE you take care stringing that bow, Mr. D... A stringer or the push pull method ONLY.....
Glad you like her..... R your pants wet yet? :)
Glad you like her..... R your pants wet yet? :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 20, 2014, 03:10:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 20, 2014, 03:10:00 PM
Excited that my phenolic came in and my accent glass. Gonna get it glued up this weekend and take this blank to bow shape. Super pumped and excited all at the same time.... I hate shaping risers because it can go from awesome to crap in a heartbeat!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
Yea Roy thats the only way I string em anyway. I just got home and am about to go shoot her a little
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 20, 2014, 06:18:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 20, 2014, 06:18:00 PM
Happy for ya, D!
Now if I can get away from my wife and her "do this and this" crap maybe I can get something completed on my trade. It's to profile but haven't thinned the limbs yet.
Now if I can get away from my wife and her "do this and this" crap maybe I can get something completed on my trade. It's to profile but haven't thinned the limbs yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 20, 2014, 06:52:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 20, 2014, 06:52:00 PM
Glass and more smooth-on showed up from MO last night. Just waiting for my lams to be ground and sent back to me now. I figure *********'s bow will be be done a couple months after that at my current pace. Hope he's gettin' ready...
Oh, and congrats D. I was hoping he couldn't tell which way was west and one of the boxes on my front porch last night was that purdy stick.
Oh, and congrats D. I was hoping he couldn't tell which way was west and one of the boxes on my front porch last night was that purdy stick.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 20, 2014, 06:55:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on March 20, 2014, 06:55:00 PM
Congrats D, great bow Roy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 20, 2014, 07:18:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 20, 2014, 07:18:00 PM
Congrats D.
Roy, You sure do build a beautiful bow, well done sir!!!
Roy, You sure do build a beautiful bow, well done sir!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on March 20, 2014, 07:46:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on March 20, 2014, 07:46:00 PM
Glad for ya ,"D".Nice bow Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 20, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 20, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Man oh man. Some good looking bows out there as usual. I'm at the farm/ranch in Nebraska and won't be home till Monday.
Maybe I'll get a slip
Maybe I'll get a slip
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 20, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 20, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
I almost had some pics to show. Then I got
bam-boozled into a basement remodel. :banghead:
Great work everyone! Even you Roy
bam-boozled into a basement remodel. :banghead:
Great work everyone! Even you Roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
Post by: D on March 20, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
I got home this afternoon and went out to shoot and didn't even bother with the target I just grabbed some Judos and went to the woods behind my house. It sure is a great shooter. I was extremely impressed with how well it shot. No handshock at all. Very smooth and didn't stack at all. That ol codger knows what he's doing. Ya know Roy you said "its just a bow" but I disagree its not "just a bow". Its more than a bow. Every bow that gets received in this swap isn't "just a bow". They are all awesome creations that someone put a lot of time, effort, thought and consideration into for someone they have never met. Heck I don't think I have met anyone that I talk with on here. There's only a handful of tradgangers that I have met before. This in my third year in the swap and all three bows I have got (one from bob last year and one from Walt Francis the year before that) mean a great deal to me. Thanks to all three of you guys. Ok that's enough mushy stuff..lol on to some pics.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0110.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0110.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0111.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0111.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0112.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0112.jpg.html)
He put one more gift in the tube with the bow too but it didn't last long..lolol
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0116.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0116.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0110.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0110.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0111.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0111.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0112.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0112.jpg.html)
He put one more gift in the tube with the bow too but it didn't last long..lolol
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0116.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0116.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 20, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 20, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
That's awesome D! Good job ol' man too! Can't wait to see what comes my way... I cherish my bow I got last year in my first swap. Something I will never get rid of!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 21, 2014, 12:40:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 21, 2014, 12:40:00 AM
I consider myself so far ahead after last year with soy's absolutely awesome 'snake' bow that any bow that comes my way this year will be a bonus.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 21, 2014, 02:54:00 AM
Post by: soy on March 21, 2014, 02:54:00 AM
congratulations D, Roy ...its OK I guess and Bob you are making me blush :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 21, 2014, 03:50:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 21, 2014, 03:50:00 AM
Nice pictures, D.. Hey I forgot to tell you and maybe you figured it out already, but those tie on string nocks are adjustable. They can be screwed up or down the string for tuning. Once ya have them where they need to be, sort of twist each one together to tighten it up a little.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 21, 2014, 05:11:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 21, 2014, 05:11:00 AM
Soy you're more than welcome :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 21, 2014, 06:05:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on March 21, 2014, 06:05:00 AM
That is one sweet bow,D. Congrats! Oh, and you did alright, too, Roy! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 21, 2014, 08:15:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 21, 2014, 08:15:00 AM
That is a pretty bow.
Beautiful lines.
Love the top pic in the woods.
ENJOY!
Beautiful lines.
Love the top pic in the woods.
ENJOY!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 21, 2014, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 21, 2014, 08:22:00 AM
I need to get a few more bows under my belt and join in on this fun!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on March 21, 2014, 07:49:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on March 21, 2014, 07:49:00 PM
So, I figure I should show some progress...
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t451/RhegedPendreic/SDC11149.jpg)
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t451/RhegedPendreic/SDC11150.jpg)
Doesn't look like much, but it's early on. You can see the bend in one limb I have to heat out, and once both are perfectly straight I'll toast the belly some and check weight then. Still needs some room before I get to lacing.
I'm thinking black walnut stain, and it's got a green and brown string, so dark green lacing seems a fit, no? Still have to fit the special tip overlays for the lacing as well. I'm slow, but there can't be any sharp angles where the string touches. That's often harder than it sounds.
Also, in case that was for real, nobody send any "bow-making fluid," even if I had ever had a drink of alcohol my liver is so shot from the stuff I take one would likely end me in the hospital-I have the tolerance for stuff of a cape buffalo, but I can't process it out. Save it for yourselves where it could be enjoyed-all I could do with it is have a target that bleeds.
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t451/RhegedPendreic/SDC11149.jpg)
(http://i1060.photobucket.com/albums/t451/RhegedPendreic/SDC11150.jpg)
Doesn't look like much, but it's early on. You can see the bend in one limb I have to heat out, and once both are perfectly straight I'll toast the belly some and check weight then. Still needs some room before I get to lacing.
I'm thinking black walnut stain, and it's got a green and brown string, so dark green lacing seems a fit, no? Still have to fit the special tip overlays for the lacing as well. I'm slow, but there can't be any sharp angles where the string touches. That's often harder than it sounds.
Also, in case that was for real, nobody send any "bow-making fluid," even if I had ever had a drink of alcohol my liver is so shot from the stuff I take one would likely end me in the hospital-I have the tolerance for stuff of a cape buffalo, but I can't process it out. Save it for yourselves where it could be enjoyed-all I could do with it is have a target that bleeds.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 21, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: D on March 21, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Hey that's good looking progress Seminole. Look forward to seeing it all finished up.
Yeah the "bow making fluid" was real. He put that in there cause I drink Coors original and we have joked back and forth about him "having" to drink Coors lite. I got a great laugh when I pulled out the bow and the can fell out.
Yeah the "bow making fluid" was real. He put that in there cause I drink Coors original and we have joked back and forth about him "having" to drink Coors lite. I got a great laugh when I pulled out the bow and the can fell out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 21, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 21, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on March 21, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on March 21, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
D - Congrats on the bow. I guess it's OK.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 22, 2014, 12:02:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 22, 2014, 12:02:00 AM
halfseminole,
Looking good.
Definitely going to be a unique bow.
Looking forward with much curiosity to its completion.
Looking good.
Definitely going to be a unique bow.
Looking forward with much curiosity to its completion.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 22, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 22, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Hope nobody on here's a revenuer! They might get ya for bootleggin', Roy! LOL!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 22, 2014, 10:24:00 PM
Post by: D on March 22, 2014, 10:24:00 PM
I've already disposed of the evidence..lol
Well I've worked on getting my form ready and odds and ends tied up for a long time todsy. I'm finally ready for glue up...If I had my hose that is. I'm waiting on it. I'll get it glued up sometime.
Well I've worked on getting my form ready and odds and ends tied up for a long time todsy. I'm finally ready for glue up...If I had my hose that is. I'm waiting on it. I'll get it glued up sometime.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: GentlemanArcher on March 23, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: GentlemanArcher on March 23, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
After a rough few months at work, finding a new job, and getting over a healthy dose of planning paralysis...I got tradbow, mark1 in the oven. I call it mark1 cause I always plan on a back up.
Thanks for all the inspiration.
GA
Thanks for all the inspiration.
GA
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 23, 2014, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: D on March 23, 2014, 07:45:00 PM
Good deal Phillip. Look toward to seeing pics when ya get her out and cleaned up.
I dont have much experience with a hose form so i got a question how do you guys keep the lams from pushing down the fade ramps when you air the hose up? I was laying mine out on the form doing sort of a dry run and I thought of that and figured ide ask if thats a problem to expect or if its no big deal
I dont have much experience with a hose form so i got a question how do you guys keep the lams from pushing down the fade ramps when you air the hose up? I was laying mine out on the form doing sort of a dry run and I thought of that and figured ide ask if thats a problem to expect or if its no big deal
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 23, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 23, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Not sure what you're getting at D. Mine have never slid down towards the limb tips. I put small blocks between the top form connecting brackets to keep everything from sliding off the form. Does that answer your question ?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 23, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 23, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Just use some filament tape to hold the lams down temporarily while you get the metal strip and hose on, then bolt the top of the form on. The tape will hold enough. I've only had them slip maybe 1/16" if that, but you'll shape that off when you shape up the riser anyway.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 23, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Post by: D on March 23, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Yea both answered my question. Thanks for the help. Its greatly appreciated.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 24, 2014, 01:19:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 24, 2014, 01:19:00 PM
Got my trade bow roughed shaped and now its time to clean up everything and a ton of sanding. Seems too shoot really well but I'm bias.
Here is the tiller
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/0C81358C-CB0D-422A-93DA-CEE2044371CB.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/0C81358C-CB0D-422A-93DA-CEE2044371CB.jpg.html)
Here is the tiller
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/0C81358C-CB0D-422A-93DA-CEE2044371CB.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/0C81358C-CB0D-422A-93DA-CEE2044371CB.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 24, 2014, 01:28:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 24, 2014, 01:28:00 PM
Looking good Justin.
:thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 24, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 24, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
that does look good Justin!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on March 24, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on March 24, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
I got my trade bow finished up and ready to roll. Although they get a bad rap for being "simple", "primitive", "amateur", etc., I've long enjoyed building and shooting pyramid bows with a little string follow. I find them to be classy, forgiving, smooth, hard-hitting, and reliable. This hickory pyramid appears simple enough, but actually has a few "add-ons", including both a fully trapped back and laminated reflexed tips. I truly hope the new owner enjoys it. I left it "in the white" because, like a good violin, there's just something striking about it. In fact, many renowned luthiers (makers of stringed instruments) claim their instruments sounded better in the white before staining and finishing. I doubt it applies to bows, but this piece of wood looked too clean and tidy to stain. So @%($%)@*%, you might have to get creative in the hunting woods. I'll let you know when I ship, Kelly.
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0245_zpse3b77c01.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0245_zpse3b77c01.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0260_zps035ce381.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0260_zps035ce381.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0263_zpsc5ef59b9.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0263_zpsc5ef59b9.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0252_zps80ed5697.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0252_zps80ed5697.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0250_zpsbb493399.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0250_zpsbb493399.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0258_zpsdb3108bf.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0258_zpsdb3108bf.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0257_zpse2e8ca83.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0257_zpse2e8ca83.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/162318ea-1afc-43db-b067-56066226743d_zps42a0bf9f.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/162318ea-1afc-43db-b067-56066226743d_zps42a0bf9f.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0245_zpse3b77c01.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0245_zpse3b77c01.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0260_zps035ce381.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0260_zps035ce381.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0263_zpsc5ef59b9.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0263_zpsc5ef59b9.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0252_zps80ed5697.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0252_zps80ed5697.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0250_zpsbb493399.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0250_zpsbb493399.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0258_zpsdb3108bf.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0258_zpsdb3108bf.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0257_zpse2e8ca83.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/IMG_0257_zpse2e8ca83.jpg.html)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/162318ea-1afc-43db-b067-56066226743d_zps42a0bf9f.jpg) (http://s984.photobucket.com/user/isaacscr/media/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20TG%20Trade%20Bow/162318ea-1afc-43db-b067-56066226743d_zps42a0bf9f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 24, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 24, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
pretty bow.
I know I really enjoyed the one oak pyramid bow I made.
They really are cool.
I know I really enjoyed the one oak pyramid bow I made.
They really are cool.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 24, 2014, 04:29:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 24, 2014, 04:29:00 PM
Nice Justin and 4est..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 24, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 24, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
aint nuthin wrong with that bow Forest. part of the fun is getting a bow you may never make yourself. I'd be honored to have that one
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 24, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 24, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
I should have been done by now but I keep second guessing what looks best with the riser...but on a positive note the riser is ready
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140227_011201_215.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140227_011201_215.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 24, 2014, 06:02:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 24, 2014, 06:02:00 PM
Curt your work has always blown me away Bud.... very classy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on March 24, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on March 24, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
Great looking bows guys!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on March 24, 2014, 06:54:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on March 24, 2014, 06:54:00 PM
Good looking bow ,Forest.I do like those pyramid bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 24, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 24, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Very nice bows Justin and 4est. Great work. Riser looks good too Soy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 24, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 24, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Outstanding job as always 4est, wish I could get my handle wrap seams to look so neat.
Justin & Soy, can't wait to see them done.
Justin & Soy, can't wait to see them done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 24, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 24, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Looking good everybody. 4est im impressed you made a boring plane jane pyramid that freakin awesome! :laughing: you can send it any time now!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 24, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 24, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Ok back from vacation and just got caught up.
Ink you can ship anytime you are ready and you to 4est'
Some really good looking bows. Hard to chose a favorite.
8 bows shipped 8 bows received none in the mail.
I am still in a case and it snowed here today so I have not progress.
We are a 11% done.
Ink you can ship anytime you are ready and you to 4est'
Some really good looking bows. Hard to chose a favorite.
8 bows shipped 8 bows received none in the mail.
I am still in a case and it snowed here today so I have not progress.
We are a 11% done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 24, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on March 24, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
I just got hardware for the take down for **&^%^*('s bow today. I've got one more day of "real" work tomorrow, then a couple off. I'll be able to get the limbs mounted with the new jig I made and get them shaped up and maybe even the riser rough shaped. Then a ton of sanding - I hate sanding. So should have some good progress by the end of thursday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on March 24, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on March 24, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
Dude you've always built killer bows and not a thing wrong with that one. After tons of overtime the last week or so I got busy back on mine yesterday.... And dang I didn't know that stave was that out of line till I looked it over. Anyways I did some heat treatment on one limb and heated the handle to track the string down the center.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/CCFA3D2F-546E-4D25-98AB-27B1F19DB77D.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/CCFA3D2F-546E-4D25-98AB-27B1F19DB77D.jpg.html)
Tweaked the limb a bit.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/0204DC0A-0287-4091-B4E3-9C347320DC81.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/0204DC0A-0287-4091-B4E3-9C347320DC81.jpg.html)
Added a little heat and didn't take much to line it up.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/61290D2F-255F-45A2-9961-57EE3F861206.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/61290D2F-255F-45A2-9961-57EE3F861206.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/636E16A1-61F7-4595-8303-E74E8DFD2FD7.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/636E16A1-61F7-4595-8303-E74E8DFD2FD7.jpg.html)
Limb was still off by over an inch so I heated at the handle to line it up.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/8C57305B-0749-4BF4-8837-8E6F1C3E4D94.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/8C57305B-0749-4BF4-8837-8E6F1C3E4D94.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/7CB3B243-12C3-455D-902B-81E4A17816D8.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/7CB3B243-12C3-455D-902B-81E4A17816D8.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/93C90CF7-48CC-4563-9D1C-334E9F7A24B9.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/93C90CF7-48CC-4563-9D1C-334E9F7A24B9.jpg.html)
I guess in a few days maybe I can put it on the tree.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/CCFA3D2F-546E-4D25-98AB-27B1F19DB77D.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/CCFA3D2F-546E-4D25-98AB-27B1F19DB77D.jpg.html)
Tweaked the limb a bit.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/0204DC0A-0287-4091-B4E3-9C347320DC81.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/0204DC0A-0287-4091-B4E3-9C347320DC81.jpg.html)
Added a little heat and didn't take much to line it up.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/61290D2F-255F-45A2-9961-57EE3F861206.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/61290D2F-255F-45A2-9961-57EE3F861206.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/636E16A1-61F7-4595-8303-E74E8DFD2FD7.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/636E16A1-61F7-4595-8303-E74E8DFD2FD7.jpg.html)
Limb was still off by over an inch so I heated at the handle to line it up.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/8C57305B-0749-4BF4-8837-8E6F1C3E4D94.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/8C57305B-0749-4BF4-8837-8E6F1C3E4D94.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/7CB3B243-12C3-455D-902B-81E4A17816D8.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/7CB3B243-12C3-455D-902B-81E4A17816D8.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/93C90CF7-48CC-4563-9D1C-334E9F7A24B9.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/93C90CF7-48CC-4563-9D1C-334E9F7A24B9.jpg.html)
I guess in a few days maybe I can put it on the tree.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 25, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on March 25, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
My lams are out for grinding. My glass is in the shop. But my problem is what to do for the riser?I just can't make up my mind. I may need a trip to the lumber store to inspire me...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on March 25, 2014, 10:04:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on March 25, 2014, 10:04:00 AM
$est, nice job!
Always been a fan of the pyramid board bows. That is a fine example for sure.
Got a couple red oak boards int he works now.... wish I had a good spot to get hickory boards instead.
Always been a fan of the pyramid board bows. That is a fine example for sure.
Got a couple red oak boards int he works now.... wish I had a good spot to get hickory boards instead.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 25, 2014, 11:12:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on March 25, 2014, 11:12:00 AM
bows have looked outstanding this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 25, 2014, 04:47:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on March 25, 2014, 04:47:00 PM
Oh, and Olin - I'm impressed by the number of draw knives on your wall in the background...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on March 25, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on March 25, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
I heat treated the belly of the persimmon bow a few days ago. While the wood was hot I saturated it with pine pitch and turpentine mix. This is to replenish the natural oils that were forced out by tempering. Today I added lemonwood tip overlay and a piece of leather to fill out the back of the handle.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 26, 2014, 07:15:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on March 26, 2014, 07:15:00 AM
Pat do you do that for every wood or just particular species? And what does that do for you? Decrease moisture absobtion?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on March 26, 2014, 11:59:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on March 26, 2014, 11:59:00 AM
Eric, primarily with whitewoods to help increase the compression strength. I heat treat most bows but not as much with osage, etc. that are compression strong. Marc St Louis, who wrote the chapter on heat treating in TBBIV, told me about adding the turpentine/pitch to the hot wood. He said it replaces some of the resins that are force out by the heat treating. I'm reducing the weight on this bow quite a bit so I've lost most of the char color and probably some of the resin too.
I use Tru-Oil for a finish and it protects the wood and slows the hygroscopic rate.
I use Tru-Oil for a finish and it protects the wood and slows the hygroscopic rate.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 26, 2014, 12:17:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 26, 2014, 12:17:00 PM
I understand about heat treating but was wondering about the pitch and turpentine
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 26, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 26, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Pat I bet it makes them smell good also! What is the ratio of pitch to turpentine?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 29, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: soy on March 29, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
OK &$.#--.@ I do believe I have made up my mind we're going to try to go with this...I think :banghead:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140227_011654_710.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140227_011654_710.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 29, 2014, 12:31:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on March 29, 2014, 12:31:00 AM
It's okay. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 01:13:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 01:13:00 AM
that's pretty already!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2014, 04:30:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2014, 04:30:00 AM
It's ok I guess.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 29, 2014, 05:05:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 29, 2014, 05:05:00 AM
that will look stunning!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 29, 2014, 07:23:00 AM
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 29, 2014, 07:23:00 AM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 29, 2014, 07:49:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 29, 2014, 07:49:00 AM
that'll look pretty amazing together
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 29, 2014, 08:36:00 AM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 29, 2014, 08:36:00 AM
Wow Soy- that looks good- what is it?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on March 29, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on March 29, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
i will be shipping my swap bow next week some day other wise it will be second hand bow because of one more try, one more try, one more try and soooo onnnn :) and i keep adding things on the bow...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 29, 2014, 09:34:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on March 29, 2014, 09:34:00 AM
Get it shipped Ink! I can't wait much longer...
I finally have a weekend with some free time. I've heard my lams are ground and should be heading home soon. So it's time to glue up some risers. I hope my friend **S*S*S*&(*(A is ok if I go a little more vanilla than he's used to making himself...
I finally have a weekend with some free time. I've heard my lams are ground and should be heading home soon. So it's time to glue up some risers. I hope my friend **S*S*S*&(*(A is ok if I go a little more vanilla than he's used to making himself...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on March 29, 2014, 09:37:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on March 29, 2014, 09:37:00 AM
Kelly, I don't measure these things. I put hard, brittle pitch in a small jar and cover I with turpentine. It will dissolve in a few days then I strain it and store in an air tight jar. When you put it on the hot belly the mixture gets soaked up into the wood and the excess turps evaporate and the pitch solidifies in the wood cells.
I use the same process with alcohol instead of the turpentine to make pitch varnish to seal sinew wraps and to seal "primitive" arrows.
I use the same process with alcohol instead of the turpentine to make pitch varnish to seal sinew wraps and to seal "primitive" arrows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 29, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
Post by: razorback on March 29, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
4est, that bow looks wonderful, unfortunately you have permission to ship which means it ain't for me :( . how wide is the hickory and how dramatic is the trapping on it. A hickory pyramid is on my list for bow #2 if #1 doesn't work out. Would like to get the dimensions of it so I have something to work off of.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on March 29, 2014, 12:12:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on March 29, 2014, 12:12:00 PM
Thanks, Tony. The bow is 2 5/8 on the belly and 2 1/8 on the back at the fades, which means the back was trapped 1/2" (1/4" on each side). I could have gone more and/or made the bow a bit narrower to reduce the mass of the limbs. However, I like to make my hickory bows a little wider and dead flat across the belly, as past experience has taught me they fret easily and/or take excessive fret if they're too narrow or rounded about the belly.
I also usually will heat treat the belly, which enhances the effect of trapping (that is, further equalizes the tensile/compression forces). I didn't on this one because it came out nice and only has about 5/8" of string follow, making it a nice, smooth shooter. Hope that helps! :)
I also usually will heat treat the belly, which enhances the effect of trapping (that is, further equalizes the tensile/compression forces). I didn't on this one because it came out nice and only has about 5/8" of string follow, making it a nice, smooth shooter. Hope that helps! :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 29, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 29, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Pat so a baby food jar would work about how much pitch should I throw in. A bout a .25 jar more or less then top off with turpentine?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on March 29, 2014, 01:47:00 PM
Post by: razorback on March 29, 2014, 01:47:00 PM
Thanks 4est. I had a hickory pyramid develop compression fractures along one edge, last year. i really like the lines of the bow and want to make another one. Is 2" too narrow for a pyramid bow with hickory? I'm thinking of trapping it early and tempering it before I start serious tillering, you think this will help, along with a flat belly.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 29, 2014, 01:51:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 29, 2014, 01:51:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Trux Turning:Limb v's are mango from Idaho curt riser is mertle g ebony and walnut....the lam wood is the one thing that is up in the air....but I have something in mind :readit:
Wow Soy- that looks good- what is it?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on March 29, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on March 29, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
Kelly, a baby food jar is perfect. It will depend on how much bark, etc. is in the pitch but .25 toped off with turps should do. The pitch will dissolve slower in the turps than in alcohol so swirl it in the jar every day until the pitch is dissolved.
I tempered the belly on my trade bow again after I got it down to weight. This time after heating and saturating it with turps/pitch again I boned the belly after it cooled. Now I'll let it stay on the form until tomorrow.
I tempered the belly on my trade bow again after I got it down to weight. This time after heating and saturating it with turps/pitch again I boned the belly after it cooled. Now I'll let it stay on the form until tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 29, 2014, 04:12:00 PM
Post by: D on March 29, 2014, 04:12:00 PM
That's great info Pat.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2014, 04:24:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2014, 04:24:00 PM
Let's see some more bow pictures....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 29, 2014, 04:44:00 PM
Post by: D on March 29, 2014, 04:44:00 PM
I just got my hose in the mail today. Thanks to help from a TG member. A big THANK YOU Josh. Now I've got put the plugs in it and give it a pressure test and might possibly get it glued up and in the form tomorrow. Maybe that is.. Sorry Roy no pics yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 29, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 29, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Just remember 'D' check for leaks EACH time you do a build, do't ask me how I know.At least I managed to save mine by running an air hose into the hotbox and topping up every 15 mins or so.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 29, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 29, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
Thanks Pat. I really need to go on an primitive shopping trip. I need some more pitch and arrow shafts.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Think I got the overlay to suit me without resorting to flat black spray paint...
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg.html)
Will be ready to ship any day if Kelly says go!
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg.html)
Will be ready to ship any day if Kelly says go!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
That's sweet Kenny.
The little dips there are very unique.
Sorta mirrors the grip and gives the bow ( to me anyway ) a sorta medieval/castle-like royal look.
Very cool.
Bravo
:clapper: :clapper:
The little dips there are very unique.
Sorta mirrors the grip and gives the bow ( to me anyway ) a sorta medieval/castle-like royal look.
Very cool.
Bravo
:clapper: :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Very sharp, Kenny..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on March 29, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on March 29, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Nice Kenny!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Thanks guys!
The wood part of the overlay is a lam scrap, but had a time getting the accent to line up properly...
Man, I sure didn't wanna grind that thing off, was within a hair of doin it tho!
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0306_zps96403280.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0306_zps96403280.jpg.html)
The wood part of the overlay is a lam scrap, but had a time getting the accent to line up properly...
Man, I sure didn't wanna grind that thing off, was within a hair of doin it tho!
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0306_zps96403280.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0306_zps96403280.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on March 29, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on March 29, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Very nice Kenny. If it shoots anything like the 64" I shot last December somebody will be real happy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 29, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Post by: soy on March 29, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
If ------ don't love it they can send it to me!!! Very cool Kenny !!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 29, 2014, 09:29:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on March 29, 2014, 09:29:00 PM
Love it Kenny! Looks amazing... Someone is going to be really happy with that one!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 29, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 29, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
Kenny that is a great bow I know ******* is going to love that one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
You can see the walnut/maple awood in this one...
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0308_zpsd19eeb26.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0308_zpsd19eeb26.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0313_zps4a0012b9.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0313_zps4a0012b9.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0310_zpsfa3f893d.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0310_zpsfa3f893d.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0311_zps76657d9f.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0311_zps76657d9f.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0308_zpsd19eeb26.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0308_zpsd19eeb26.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0313_zps4a0012b9.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0313_zps4a0012b9.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0310_zpsfa3f893d.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0310_zpsfa3f893d.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0311_zps76657d9f.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0311_zps76657d9f.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 29, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 29, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
that looks beautiful Kenny, I'm sure the recepient will be stoked.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
I forgot about those custom cores Kenny.
That looks sweet.
have to admit...I've been kinda looking forward to the eye candy that'll be coming outta your shop now that you have a little more time to play.
That looks sweet.
have to admit...I've been kinda looking forward to the eye candy that'll be coming outta your shop now that you have a little more time to play.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Thanks guys, I'm still not sure I like the actionwood cores....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 29, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
I can't speak for the function of course..
But I do like the looks.
..it's different for sure..but it isn't "strange" looking.
To me it looks like a well executed classy customization.
But I do like the looks.
..it's different for sure..but it isn't "strange" looking.
To me it looks like a well executed classy customization.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 29, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 29, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
looks absolutely stunning kenny!!!! i'll be stalking my mailman, same as the rest.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on March 29, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on March 29, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
Beautiful bow Kenny. That simple(visually) squiggly stripe down the limb really breaks up the profile. A great camo effect.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 29, 2014, 11:56:00 PM
Post by: D on March 29, 2014, 11:56:00 PM
Wow Kenny...Can't imagine anyone on the planet not being happy with it. Great looking bow. A lot of time invested in that one.
I hear ya on the checking the hose for leaks Bob. I put the hose together tonight and I had a leak I think I have it fixed but going to wait and check it tomorrow. When I get it stopped I will air it up and let it set for a while just to make sure its good before I put it in the form. Probably do a dry run and leave it together for a while just to make sure its good to go again before I mix up any smooth on. So no glue up tomorrow
I hear ya on the checking the hose for leaks Bob. I put the hose together tonight and I had a leak I think I have it fixed but going to wait and check it tomorrow. When I get it stopped I will air it up and let it set for a while just to make sure its good before I put it in the form. Probably do a dry run and leave it together for a while just to make sure its good to go again before I mix up any smooth on. So no glue up tomorrow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 30, 2014, 01:43:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 30, 2014, 01:43:00 AM
Yeah it can be a calamity ifn it starts leaking in the box! Kenny that bow is surreal!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 30, 2014, 02:08:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 30, 2014, 02:08:00 AM
Super cool Kenny! Any thoughts on your unique lam material?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Thadbow on March 30, 2014, 07:40:00 AM
Post by: Thadbow on March 30, 2014, 07:40:00 AM
Dang Kenny, you really went the extra mile on this one!
Somebody is going to be very happy...
Somebody is going to be very happy...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: carpin'mark on March 30, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
Post by: carpin'mark on March 30, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
Kenny, that is an AMAZING job! the details on the back, belly, and sides, really cool, and I like the arrowhead flare on the belly grip. We all tend to be our own worst critics,"Could of done this, should have done that", that is a genuine eye candy piece.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Boobacker on March 30, 2014, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: Boobacker on March 30, 2014, 10:10:00 AM
Nice Job Kenny ! Roy said the lines are a little off so send it up and he will fix it for you !
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 30, 2014, 11:27:00 AM
Post by: kennym on March 30, 2014, 11:27:00 AM
Thanks guys, and that Roy has an eye like an eagle!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 30, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on March 30, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
Wasn't he saying he ground his lams to 0.00001 or something like that? He just has higher standards than the rest of us.
Very nice Kenny, someone will be excited.
Very nice Kenny, someone will be excited.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 30, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on March 30, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
thats pretty sharp looking Bud. I'd be honored to smash a muley with that bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 30, 2014, 12:17:00 PM
Post by: D on March 30, 2014, 12:17:00 PM
Roys eyes are to old to be like an eagle..lol They are probably more like a snipe..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on March 30, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 30, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
Forgot one!
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0305_zpsdf22ec94.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 30, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 30, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Nice work Kenny! I can PM you my address if you like :thumbsup:
D and Bob.... always leave 60+ psi in the hose when you aren't using it. I stand mine up in a corner. Haven't had a problem yet since I got my leaks fixed.
D and Bob.... always leave 60+ psi in the hose when you aren't using it. I stand mine up in a corner. Haven't had a problem yet since I got my leaks fixed.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
D, don't make me come down there, BOY.. :)
Kenny, that is simply awesome....
Kenny, that is simply awesome....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 30, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 30, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
Great idea Goobersan , that will keep it off the floor and away from harm [me]
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 06:40:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 06:40:00 PM
Never heard of a man standing his hose up in the corner.. Just sayen.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on March 30, 2014, 06:53:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on March 30, 2014, 06:53:00 PM
Looks awesome Kenny!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 30, 2014, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 30, 2014, 07:05:00 PM
Beautiful as always Kenny!!!! Guess I'll be checking the porch every evening, just in case.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 30, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on March 30, 2014, 07:48:00 PM
lol Roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 30, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 30, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
got the riser for trade bow glued up and in the oven right now. hope to get a new bandsaw blade tomorrow so i can shape it and glue up the bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 30, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 30, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
got tired of using it for a kickstand Roy :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Come on guys, so many bows still need built here. Let's see your progress. Don't wait till the last couple weeks to build a bow. Things happen that we can not predict... Lets make this the best bow swap ever.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 30, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: D on March 30, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
I'm trying...I'm trying Roy. I got my hose to hold good pressure I think. Enough Red High temp silicone and it will seal anything off...lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Good on your hose... :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 30, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
Post by: D on March 30, 2014, 10:57:00 PM
Roy I'm almost positive you should quit worrying about all these hoses on here..lolol I did just order some douglas fir shafts for the bow you sent me though. So I can either try and get ********'s bow done before they get here or just put the bow off til I get my arrows done..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 31, 2014, 12:16:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on March 31, 2014, 12:16:00 AM
got my riser baked and squared up. will be shaping for the form soon as i get a new blade for the bandsaw.
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/14tradebow002_zpsecaa5e6e.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/14tradebow002_zpsecaa5e6e.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/14tradebow003_zps73f164ec.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/14tradebow003_zps73f164ec.jpg.html)
hope ********* likes it.
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/14tradebow002_zpsecaa5e6e.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/14tradebow002_zpsecaa5e6e.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/14tradebow003_zps73f164ec.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/14tradebow003_zps73f164ec.jpg.html)
hope ********* likes it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on March 31, 2014, 03:56:00 AM
Post by: soy on March 31, 2014, 03:56:00 AM
geez Roy awfully pushy :bigsmyl: Hope to have that done and some glue applied within the next week or two :pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Goose Gossett on March 31, 2014, 06:12:00 AM
Post by: Goose Gossett on March 31, 2014, 06:12:00 AM
I just saw Kenny's bow and now I'm kicking myself for not signing up for the swap this year. I guess I'll have to be good watching from the sidelines.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 31, 2014, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on March 31, 2014, 08:22:00 AM
Don't worry Goose. I'll let you shoot it anytime you like. :deadhorse:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on March 31, 2014, 11:25:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on March 31, 2014, 11:25:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by timbermoose:9 *'s = canopyboy, and I like it just fine. In fact, I'll be visiting Vancouver, BC in 2 weeks. If you hurry up, I'll just take it home with me and save you the shipping!
hope ********* likes it.
:wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 11:52:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 11:52:00 AM
Here you go Roy...
I got my overlays and tips on and finished tillering the limbs on my trade bow. I'm a little nervous about the next step. I've never made a bow with the shelf on the wrong side.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint050_zpscb41ee99.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint050_zpscb41ee99.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint053_zps59b70e60.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint053_zps59b70e60.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint061_zps191a326b.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint061_zps191a326b.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint060_zpsb4e94cc0.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint060_zpsb4e94cc0.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint064_zps09b752d6.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint064_zps09b752d6.jpg.html)
I got my overlays and tips on and finished tillering the limbs on my trade bow. I'm a little nervous about the next step. I've never made a bow with the shelf on the wrong side.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint050_zpscb41ee99.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint050_zpscb41ee99.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint053_zps59b70e60.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint053_zps59b70e60.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint061_zps191a326b.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint061_zps191a326b.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint060_zpsb4e94cc0.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint060_zpsb4e94cc0.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TGTradebowandBlackPoint064_zps09b752d6.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TGTradebowandBlackPoint064_zps09b752d6.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on March 31, 2014, 11:54:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on March 31, 2014, 11:54:00 AM
liking it
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
Sweet Beach...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 31, 2014, 01:27:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on March 31, 2014, 01:27:00 PM
Beachbowhunter that's going to be beautiful.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on March 31, 2014, 03:03:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on March 31, 2014, 03:03:00 PM
Nice looking bows,Kenny and Beachbow.Glad you got the fix figured out Kenny.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 03:13:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 03:13:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Is that a place in PA? :D
Sweet Beach...
I might just have to name the bow with that...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 31, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 31, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
Relax Roy, we're not all retarded..er....Retired like you :wavey: :biglaugh:
this is where I'm at. Plan A is the mosaic, Plan #2 is the special dark. They may end up in 2 pieces cuz what the heck... I'm not shootin it :laughing:
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this is where I'm at. Plan A is the mosaic, Plan #2 is the special dark. They may end up in 2 pieces cuz what the heck... I'm not shootin it :laughing:
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 04:59:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 04:59:00 PM
LOL Norbert...
Goober-boy, don't make me come out there son.. :)
I like the special dark...
Goober-boy, don't make me come out there son.. :)
I like the special dark...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 31, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 31, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
I also like the special dark, the other is a real close second though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on March 31, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on March 31, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
Both nice but lean toward the dark as well.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
Special dark is what they make down the street from my office at Stone Brewery...I prefer a little spice and say go with the mosaic
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 07:07:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 07:07:00 PM
You could name the left one, checker board.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
I vote for mosaic. I know it aint mine though. You glass guys are makin me want to buy a firehose and some smooth on.... But i aint gonna do it. Not yet anyway ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 07:24:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 07:24:00 PM
Ya do and I'm done with ya.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Haha roy dont worry
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
Who needs fiberglass when ya got fibergrass aye roy?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2014, 07:32:00 PM
:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on March 31, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
I guess Roy is now the official TG Swap Bow Namer
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
Youll be happy to know i got a trilam on the works. Among other things.... Character osage, sinew backed ERC, black locust takedown. Ya know this bowbuilding sure does slow down when ya got ADD.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on March 31, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on March 31, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
i vote for the dark one as well goob.
got a new blade for bandsaw, but.....now it won't start. changed it out and motor aint coming on, light and laser work but no motor. might take a hammer to it soon for some "adjustment".
never had a problem with drawknife or scrapers doing this to me with blade work, may just go back to them. ;)
got a new blade for bandsaw, but.....now it won't start. changed it out and motor aint coming on, light and laser work but no motor. might take a hammer to it soon for some "adjustment".
never had a problem with drawknife or scrapers doing this to me with blade work, may just go back to them. ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on March 31, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on March 31, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
Put the first coat of finish on mine today. Eric, I also have a few others on the go. There's another osage, a privet pole sorta r/d, a hophornbeam bendy handle, and a honey locust. They're all self bows, if they live long enough.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on March 31, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
I found me some sexy hop hornbeams a month or so ago while shed hunting. Gotta go get em soon. Sap should be up enough for the bark to peel off.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Mike Mecredy on March 31, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: Mike Mecredy on March 31, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Today I started the one I'm swappin' this year. I didn't get a pic, I will tomorrow, it's sort of unique. -Mike
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on March 31, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: D on March 31, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Great lookin bows. I vote the dark one too Josh.
Beach that thing will be a beauty
Glad to see so much progress over the last couple of days
Beach that thing will be a beauty
Glad to see so much progress over the last couple of days
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on March 31, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on March 31, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
I like the dark one as well. Finished sanding the swap bow today, should be getting the finish on in the next couple days and then on it's way to **********!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on March 31, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on March 31, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on March 31, 2014, 09:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on March 31, 2014, 09:19:00 PM
Well they are all looking great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on March 31, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: red hill on March 31, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Great looking bows, guys! I'll take any of 'em!
Hafta apologize about no progress, Roy. Spent most of last week in a Little Rock hospital with my step dad. Had his prostate removed, poor guy!
I'll get back on it this week.
Hafta apologize about no progress, Roy. Spent most of last week in a Little Rock hospital with my step dad. Had his prostate removed, poor guy!
I'll get back on it this week.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on April 01, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on April 01, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
Got my swap bow all finished up. I typically do a simple wipe on finish multiple coats but I was thinking of investing in a sprayer and giving it a try on the swap bow. Gonna do some shopping and see if it is in the budget.
I will try to throw some pics up this week...
I will try to throw some pics up this week...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 01, 2014, 05:37:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 01, 2014, 05:37:00 AM
I have a Finex 1000 spray gun, works great. Around $100.00.
http://www.nationaltoolwarehouse.com/Finex-FX1000-10mm-mini-HVLP-Gun-P135161.aspx?gclid=COK7wPf-vr0CFeJF7AodGFMA3g
http://www.nationaltoolwarehouse.com/Finex-FX1000-10mm-mini-HVLP-Gun-P135161.aspx?gclid=COK7wPf-vr0CFeJF7AodGFMA3g
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 01, 2014, 07:36:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on April 01, 2014, 07:36:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by timbermoose:A laser? On a bandsaw? :dunno:
got a new blade for bandsaw, but.....now it won't start. changed it out and motor aint coming on, light and laser work but no motor. might take a hammer to it soon for some "adjustment".
QuoteOriginally posted by Echatham:Aint that the truth! Part way into starting my swap bow, I decided I needed an edge sander. Grizzly was out of stock of the one I wanted, and now I started designing/building my own. And oh yeah, I'm thinking about making my first D/R with some fancy veneers. Oh, and I want to get the sinew backed ERC going. And guess what? I just thought of way to make the sander better. Time to send out my swap bow wood to be made into lams. I wonder if I could re-create this 59 Kodiak form? Dang, my idea for a swap bow riser seems kind of lame next to all of these guys. I wonder what this would look like? Oops, sent that out for lams. Need to buy some glass. Let's buy some brown glass while we're at it. Wonder what I can make with that? Wait, focus - back to the swap bow. Wait, what?
Ya know this bowbuilding sure does slow down when ya got ADD.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on April 01, 2014, 10:54:00 AM
Post by: razorback on April 01, 2014, 10:54:00 AM
Canopyboy I just had people looking weird at me as I laughed at your post. That is funny right there, true but funny.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 01, 2014, 06:28:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 01, 2014, 06:28:00 PM
Hope to have mine finished up by this weekend, will get some pics up then.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 01, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 01, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Canopyboy did you see that chicken? :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 01, 2014, 11:20:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 01, 2014, 11:20:00 PM
Well, I've been working for the last few days. Had a little time yesterday and less today, but I managed to get the limbs tillered and mostly timed - I'll probably have to tweak them a bit before finishing. I got the riser roughed out, and that's about it. Hopefully between swim lessons and tiling my dad's bathroom, I'll get more done this weekend :banghead:
Here's my little bit of progress:
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0020_zps526d3474.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0022_zpse400c8b1.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0023_zps3c38cb13.jpg)
I don't remember if I posted these or not. This is the back and belly of the limbs.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0015_zps7a950443.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0017_zps16892e57.jpg)
Here's my little bit of progress:
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0020_zps526d3474.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0022_zpse400c8b1.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0023_zps3c38cb13.jpg)
I don't remember if I posted these or not. This is the back and belly of the limbs.
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0015_zps7a950443.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0017_zps16892e57.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 01, 2014, 11:22:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 01, 2014, 11:22:00 PM
Nice, cabbage..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on April 01, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on April 01, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Lookin good Joe. Digging that riser very nice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 01, 2014, 11:38:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 01, 2014, 11:38:00 PM
all looks very nice!.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 01, 2014, 11:52:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 01, 2014, 11:52:00 PM
Wow man that is wild!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 02, 2014, 12:47:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 02, 2014, 12:47:00 AM
Oooo I like that contrast. What woods for veneers?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 02, 2014, 01:12:00 AM
Post by: D on April 02, 2014, 01:12:00 AM
Holy crap that ADD stuff is funny. I understand completely what your talking about.
Cabbage that looks stinking awesome. I love the limbs.
I got mine in the form a little while ago. Its cooking at the moment. Gonna go check it in a little while before I go to bed. I sure hope it comes out ok.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0127.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0127.jpg.html)
Cabbage that looks stinking awesome. I love the limbs.
I got mine in the form a little while ago. Its cooking at the moment. Gonna go check it in a little while before I go to bed. I sure hope it comes out ok.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0127.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0127.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 02, 2014, 02:36:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on April 02, 2014, 02:36:00 AM
D, i love that oven! that is awesome man!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 02, 2014, 03:58:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 02, 2014, 03:58:00 AM
Lucky that oven is not outside D, might not be able to find it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on April 02, 2014, 09:57:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on April 02, 2014, 09:57:00 AM
those limbs look fantastic, joe
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on April 02, 2014, 10:06:00 AM
Post by: Trux Turning on April 02, 2014, 10:06:00 AM
Wow some really nice bows coming together!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 02, 2014, 11:05:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on April 02, 2014, 11:05:00 AM
Lookin great Cabbage!
Good job on the oven D. :0)
Good job on the oven D. :0)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: carpin'mark on April 02, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
Post by: carpin'mark on April 02, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
Cabbage, those limbs and riser are looking great.
D that is one heck of an oven, mine is feeling a little inadequate right about now.
And yeah, I l'd mao on the ADD thing too, on a positive note, I'm never bored.
D that is one heck of an oven, mine is feeling a little inadequate right about now.
And yeah, I l'd mao on the ADD thing too, on a positive note, I'm never bored.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 02, 2014, 01:16:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 02, 2014, 01:16:00 PM
I'm about to throw in the towel with this damn POS laminated bow for the trade and go with the good 'ol selfbow.
been trying to get the riser back to match up to the lams WITHOUT glue lines and it just aint happening. currently it is somewhere out in the blackberry bushes. i have a bit of a temper. ;)
been trying to get the riser back to match up to the lams WITHOUT glue lines and it just aint happening. currently it is somewhere out in the blackberry bushes. i have a bit of a temper. ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 02, 2014, 01:27:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 02, 2014, 01:27:00 PM
D that oven looks like a casket for Herman Munster! That thing is bigger than my whole shop. I have to build take downs because space is so limited down by the beach..at least at my house! I should give you guys a tour of how I have to do the tool shuffle to build these things. So jealous of all of you guys with huge shops.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 02, 2014, 01:44:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 02, 2014, 01:44:00 PM
Well I am a little disappointed right now. Plan A did not fair well and came in quite a bit under weight. Then I had that tip alignment issue to contend with which seems farther gone then I have ever had. Fear not !@%#^$&$&&& I have placed a new order to start another as soon as the materials get here. I have never had this happen last swap and I was able to get two bows out last year for this swap.
Bear with me please I promise to get cracking on plan be as soon as the supplies hit my doorstep.
I can give you a little insight to the material order:
Brown glass back and belly
natural color action boo
Riser:
Zebra and Wenge
white and tan Phenolic accent
I am going to make a radius in the riser and make it a two tone bow. Should look classic and beautiful if my plan comes together. I am sorry for this setback !@#$%@$%&.
I will get cracking on it very quickly!!!!
Bear with me please I promise to get cracking on plan be as soon as the supplies hit my doorstep.
I can give you a little insight to the material order:
Brown glass back and belly
natural color action boo
Riser:
Zebra and Wenge
white and tan Phenolic accent
I am going to make a radius in the riser and make it a two tone bow. Should look classic and beautiful if my plan comes together. I am sorry for this setback !@#$%@$%&.
I will get cracking on it very quickly!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 02, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 02, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
No worries Justin. Just keep em out of the blackberry bushes! :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 02, 2014, 11:06:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 02, 2014, 11:06:00 PM
Nice oven for sure. Beach at least you have shop. Mine my front porch. Sometimes the living room (wife hates that). :knothead: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 03, 2014, 12:57:00 AM
Post by: D on April 03, 2014, 12:57:00 AM
Thanks for all the nice words everybody, but that's the thing about cell phone pics..they can be deceiving. The oven isn't that big. Yeah I mean it gets in the way but I think its around 18 inches tall and that's with the wheels on it and around 7 feet long. I built my step son a tree house out of the camo OSB and I had some left to make my oven out of. Have used it for a few years now. Anyway I got ********'s bow out this afternoon and was pleasantly surprised with it. No air bubbles under the glass and fairly small glue line. I'm happy so far but I haven't got a string on it yet either. Here's some pics.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0128.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0128.jpg.html)
Here's one of the limbs. Both the back and belly are like this one.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0129.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0129.jpg.html)
Its doesn't have much D/R
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0130.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0130.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0128.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0128.jpg.html)
Here's one of the limbs. Both the back and belly are like this one.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0129.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0129.jpg.html)
Its doesn't have much D/R
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0130.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0130.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 03, 2014, 01:05:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 03, 2014, 01:05:00 AM
That is gorgeous. Hope it's coming my way!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 03, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 03, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
Very nice D!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on April 03, 2014, 02:07:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on April 03, 2014, 02:07:00 AM
sprayed the top coat on my trade bow last night but a whole lot of crap came out of the gun
i'll sand it back this weekend
i'll sand it back this weekend
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 03, 2014, 04:28:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 03, 2014, 04:28:00 AM
That's pretty nice, D..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 03, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on April 03, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
Very nice D!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 03, 2014, 08:38:00 AM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 03, 2014, 08:38:00 AM
Nice looking bow D.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 03, 2014, 09:34:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on April 03, 2014, 09:34:00 AM
Looks good to me D!
Wait, squirrel....??
Wait, squirrel....??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on April 03, 2014, 10:51:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on April 03, 2014, 10:51:00 AM
Here are a few pics of my swap bow...
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/cd97423fbc8cd4b309e5f04b4ce421f4.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/7c59e0f0296c25a31c4b8853201a999a.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/2d5905a17d41011cea3f2317b7db6e02.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/fddbb2a22a2da07c4ac98cdda862992c.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/57e1873a494c81d78955131707637e0e.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/1e12be153cb3e5f37acd1a510eb265ad.jpg)
Will be shipping out shortly...
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/cd97423fbc8cd4b309e5f04b4ce421f4.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/7c59e0f0296c25a31c4b8853201a999a.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/2d5905a17d41011cea3f2317b7db6e02.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/fddbb2a22a2da07c4ac98cdda862992c.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/57e1873a494c81d78955131707637e0e.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/1e12be153cb3e5f37acd1a510eb265ad.jpg)
Will be shipping out shortly...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 03, 2014, 10:58:00 AM
Post by: Al Dean on April 03, 2014, 10:58:00 AM
Nice work Cameron and D.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on April 03, 2014, 10:59:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on April 03, 2014, 10:59:00 AM
Very nice Cameron, I bet it shoots great, love the splice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 03, 2014, 11:03:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on April 03, 2014, 11:03:00 AM
:notworthy: Cameron & David :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 03, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on April 03, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
them are both looking real nice. taken another try at the swap bow last night, now heading towards a "2 piece" riser like kennym and a couple other i've seen do. glue up a strip of the riser in the lams then glue on the belly side over the lams and glass and shape from there.
also cut a bunch of maple and walnut "slats for trilams, after a lot of tablesaw adjustment. my bandsaw is a cheap "mastercraft" one and in no way possible to do good clean lines.
my wife came into the shop at 11 last night and looked around, been living here 12 days now, shop is far more organized than the house, realized i have 5 bows in the works plus 3 kids bows. and then she sees all the wood for the trilams, i have enough to do 8 of them. but no glue.
I'm in the doghouse. at least it has a stereo and locking door. ;)
also cut a bunch of maple and walnut "slats for trilams, after a lot of tablesaw adjustment. my bandsaw is a cheap "mastercraft" one and in no way possible to do good clean lines.
my wife came into the shop at 11 last night and looked around, been living here 12 days now, shop is far more organized than the house, realized i have 5 bows in the works plus 3 kids bows. and then she sees all the wood for the trilams, i have enough to do 8 of them. but no glue.
I'm in the doghouse. at least it has a stereo and locking door. ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on April 03, 2014, 11:33:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on April 03, 2014, 11:33:00 AM
One of these days, I think I am going to have to take the glass bow plunge...those bows are getting crazy one the eye candy scale...wow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 03, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Post by: D on April 03, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Geez Camron that thing is sweet. I really like the braced shape. Just cant go wrong with yellow wood either. Very nice.
Canopy the squirrel comment was funny. We say that at work when someone says random stuff
Canopy the squirrel comment was funny. We say that at work when someone says random stuff
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on April 03, 2014, 01:17:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on April 03, 2014, 01:17:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by goobersan:X2
:notworthy: Cameron & David :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 03, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 03, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
X3
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 03, 2014, 05:31:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 03, 2014, 05:31:00 PM
X4
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: chackworth3 on April 03, 2014, 05:34:00 PM
Post by: chackworth3 on April 03, 2014, 05:34:00 PM
Nice bows everybody! Should've got in it this year
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 03, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 03, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
Thanks guys! I don't remember who asked, but the limbs are some curly walnut on the back and just some nice grained hickory on the belly. Riser is quarter sawn sycamore and walnut I beam with .030 walnut/red core tuff/walnut accent.
Turns out I'm not tiling my dad's new bathroom this weekend so I should have plenty of time to shape that riser, get tips on, glue up one-piece hybrid I'm working on, get lams ground for the other hybrid, measure for a new retaining wall, SQUIRREL!, and maybe even get some stuff figured out for the next takedown.
Turns out I'm not tiling my dad's new bathroom this weekend so I should have plenty of time to shape that riser, get tips on, glue up one-piece hybrid I'm working on, get lams ground for the other hybrid, measure for a new retaining wall, SQUIRREL!, and maybe even get some stuff figured out for the next takedown.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 03, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 03, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
that looks very smooth and attractive!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 03, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: D on April 03, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
I put a string on it tonight and I've got some tillering work to do. Got one limb stiffer than the other but I've got some width to play with and its a little heavy to so I can afford to lose some weight fixing the tiller. I'll figure it out in the next day or two.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 03, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 03, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
got everything all ready, did a dry run(twice), all good to go. gathered my glue and for the life of me couldn't find the plastic wrap. have to wait till morning now. glad i hadn't mixed anything up yet.
my son went into the blackberry bushes and retrieved the other riser, he claimed it and drew lines on it for "his" bow. so now i gots to order up some lames and glass for him. he has crazy ideas.
my son went into the blackberry bushes and retrieved the other riser, he claimed it and drew lines on it for "his" bow. so now i gots to order up some lames and glass for him. he has crazy ideas.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on April 03, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Post by: red hill on April 03, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Can't skip a night without you all showing a heap of progress!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 04, 2014, 01:11:00 PM
Post by: D on April 04, 2014, 01:11:00 PM
SQUIRREL!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 04, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 04, 2014, 03:15:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by D::laughing:
SQUIRREL!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 04, 2014, 03:17:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 04, 2014, 03:17:00 PM
Wasn't until my daughter went to be evaluated that I realized she comes by many of life's challenges honestly. The whole tree/apple thing I guess. My poor parents...
Of course, she's also the one who would pull a riser out of the scrap bin and show me how it would still make a decent bow.
Of course, she's also the one who would pull a riser out of the scrap bin and show me how it would still make a decent bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 04, 2014, 03:31:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 04, 2014, 03:31:00 PM
got a bit of glass and a few sticks of wood, glue and a block of walnut sitting in the hot box right now. hopefully it becomes a bow in the next few days.
got the day off so i thought, hey i can get a lot done in the shop today. bah! wife was called into work at 11 till 9 tonight. looks like dollhouses and legos for the day.
got the day off so i thought, hey i can get a lot done in the shop today. bah! wife was called into work at 11 till 9 tonight. looks like dollhouses and legos for the day.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 04, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: D on April 04, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
LEGOS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Moose I'm going to ask my mom if I can come over and play..lol
That bow can wait man that stuff is way more important.
That bow can wait man that stuff is way more important.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: carpin'mark on April 04, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Post by: carpin'mark on April 04, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Canopyboy, I cant help but post this since you mentioned your daughter and the ADD/ADHD. I grew up with it as well, and while modern society wants us to believe it is a detriment, it can actually be an attribute.
It is widely accepted to be tied to a genome called DRD4, this is one of the genomes that is believed to be why our ancestors migrated, they couldn't sit still either! Whats over that hill, and the next,- squirrel!
You noticed it yourself that she can see things in a way others don't. Just focus on both your positives, it can be as much a gift as anything.
It is widely accepted to be tied to a genome called DRD4, this is one of the genomes that is believed to be why our ancestors migrated, they couldn't sit still either! Whats over that hill, and the next,- squirrel!
You noticed it yourself that she can see things in a way others don't. Just focus on both your positives, it can be as much a gift as anything.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 04, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 04, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Wow some great looing squirrels I mean bows. I am glad I don't have to choose a bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 05, 2014, 08:21:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on April 05, 2014, 08:21:00 AM
You guys have me really wanting to go throw some arrows at squirrels. I do believe my recipient's bow has now been named: "SQUIRREL!" Hope he's ok with that.
Mark, it's all good. There are a lot of good things that go with it. Wouldn't trade the way things are for anything. Well, I'd love some Legos once in awhile...
Mark, it's all good. There are a lot of good things that go with it. Wouldn't trade the way things are for anything. Well, I'd love some Legos once in awhile...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 05, 2014, 08:57:00 AM
Post by: D on April 05, 2014, 08:57:00 AM
Thats a great name. Lol
Im might have to name mine junk not for sure yet. Ill know are after I work on it some more
Im might have to name mine junk not for sure yet. Ill know are after I work on it some more
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 05, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 05, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Got the riser all shaped up today. Needs a lot of sanding yet, but the shape feels good to me. Tried a little different riser design than I usually do, and I think I like it better. Still need to shape the butt end of the limbs yet, but that's about it other than sanding everything. Anyway, here's where I'm at:
Also did the tips quite different than usual. I think you could stab something with them if you run out of arrows :D
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0025_zps5f26a5f3.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0026_zps46bf5c76.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0027_zps6ee2a51f.jpg)
She shoots pretty nice too!
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0030_zps076cccac.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0031_zps45fe68e0.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0033_zps86e95d8f.jpg)
Oh, and I had me a helper in the shop today. First time running the drum sander and he looks like a pro! (If you click the picture it'll take you to a video)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/th_VIDEO0001_zps82316569.jpg) (http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/VIDEO0001_zps82316569.mp4)
Also did the tips quite different than usual. I think you could stab something with them if you run out of arrows :D
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0025_zps5f26a5f3.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0026_zps46bf5c76.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0027_zps6ee2a51f.jpg)
She shoots pretty nice too!
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0030_zps076cccac.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0031_zps45fe68e0.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0033_zps86e95d8f.jpg)
Oh, and I had me a helper in the shop today. First time running the drum sander and he looks like a pro! (If you click the picture it'll take you to a video)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/th_VIDEO0001_zps82316569.jpg) (http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/VIDEO0001_zps82316569.mp4)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 05, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 05, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
Nice work Joe and glad to see you have a bow elf helping you out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 05, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 05, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
I have so much to learn....
Great job Joe
Great job Joe
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 06, 2014, 12:35:00 AM
Post by: D on April 06, 2014, 12:35:00 AM
Dang that looks great. I really like the riser shape
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 06, 2014, 01:53:00 AM
Post by: soy on April 06, 2014, 01:53:00 AM
SWEET!!!! :thumbsup: The family and I returned from an archery tournament today (8 hrs @ tourny + 5 hrs drive home) hit the shope and got the lams tapered ....hope i have done it correctly... brought them in the house to loose any moisture and hope the glue flys tomorrow so Roy don't get after me :laughing:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140406_242829_297.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140406_242829_297.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 10:51:00 AM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 10:51:00 AM
Here we go, all finished and ready to ship.
Osage lever bow, 65" ttt, timber rattler backed, beaver tail handle wrap, coco tip overlays, and whitetail hair on rest. She also has another secret that I'll let the new owner reveal. My stitching skills on the handle wrap leave something to be desired.
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050541.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050541.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050542.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050542.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050543.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050543.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050549.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050549.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050544.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050544.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050546.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050546.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050547.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050547.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050547.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050547.jpg.html)
Osage lever bow, 65" ttt, timber rattler backed, beaver tail handle wrap, coco tip overlays, and whitetail hair on rest. She also has another secret that I'll let the new owner reveal. My stitching skills on the handle wrap leave something to be desired.
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050541.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050541.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050542.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050542.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050543.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050543.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050549.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050549.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050544.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050544.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050546.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050546.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050547.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050547.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050547.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050547.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050548.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050548.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050554.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050554.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P4050554.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P4050554.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on April 06, 2014, 11:05:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on April 06, 2014, 11:05:00 AM
oh man i hope thats comin to connecticut! that is sweeeeeeet! :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on April 06, 2014, 11:56:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on April 06, 2014, 11:56:00 AM
Well, I've changed my mind again. I don't like the way the persimmon performs so now I'm going with HHB.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 06, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 06, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Sweet, Dan..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 06, 2014, 12:50:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 06, 2014, 12:50:00 PM
Nice Dan I know **** is going to love it.
Pat I don't know if a HHB swap bow has ever been made. But I don't think a persimmon swap bow has been made.
Pat I don't know if a HHB swap bow has ever been made. But I don't think a persimmon swap bow has been made.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
Thanks for the nice comments guys.
Kelly, I hope **** likes it. I've tried HHB as my first attempt 2 years back to back and both broke before completion.
Pat, what didn't you like about the persimmon? I was going to cut a tree this spring, but may have to rethink it now.
Kelly, I hope **** likes it. I've tried HHB as my first attempt 2 years back to back and both broke before completion.
Pat, what didn't you like about the persimmon? I was going to cut a tree this spring, but may have to rethink it now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on April 06, 2014, 02:35:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on April 06, 2014, 02:35:00 PM
Dan, I built this persimmon bow for a longer draw and I only pull 26" so it seemed real slow to me. I'm not a speed demon by any stretch but I can usually tell from the first shot if a bow is a shooter or a good shooter and this just seems like a shooter but not a good shooter. It also took some set even after a heavy belly temper. I'm so used to using osage that I may have just over stressed this without thinking. I've seen persimmon bows that had no set and were real good shooters so it might just be me. I guess it is more of a feeling than anything.
Maybe I'll send both out when the shipping time comes. d;^)
Maybe I'll send both out when the shipping time comes. d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on April 06, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on April 06, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Great bows guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 03:04:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 06, 2014, 03:04:00 PM
Thanks Pat, the tree I'm looking at is only about 3" or so in diameter and would yield a stave with a fairly high crowned back, so I think I'll pass on it for now and look for something a little bigger so I can at least have a better chance of making a "good shooter".
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 06, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: D on April 06, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Dan that looks great. I think your stitching and handle lol just fine. Well done
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on April 07, 2014, 12:30:00 AM
Post by: Dwillo on April 07, 2014, 12:30:00 AM
Got mine glued up and rough shaped today. I hope to have it ready for finish next weekend. Woods are Hawaiian Koa and Wenge with bamboo core. I'll post pics when I get the picture posting thingy figured out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on April 07, 2014, 12:38:00 AM
Post by: Dwillo on April 07, 2014, 12:38:00 AM
Hope this works.
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg1_zpsa76833c6.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg1_zpsa76833c6.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg2_zps7d8977d1.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg2_zps7d8977d1.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg3_zps95e78833.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg3_zps95e78833.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg1_zpsa76833c6.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg1_zpsa76833c6.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg2_zps7d8977d1.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg2_zps7d8977d1.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg3_zps95e78833.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg3_zps95e78833.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 07, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 07, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Looks super!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 07, 2014, 02:06:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 07, 2014, 02:06:00 AM
dwillo, looks good. that Koa looks very similar to our black wattle. I believe its an acacia? looks great too Dan.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 07, 2014, 04:17:00 AM
Post by: soy on April 07, 2014, 04:17:00 AM
Glue is setting up :readit:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140407_011256_147.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140407_011256_147.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 07, 2014, 07:35:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on April 07, 2014, 07:35:00 AM
I understand there is always more to learn..... but after looking at the recent bunch of pics I realize I should have joined a beer swap instead. Very humbling show of work guys. Great Job !!
:campfire:
:campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on April 07, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on April 07, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Looks sharp Dwillo.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 07, 2014, 02:06:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 07, 2014, 02:06:00 PM
got tips glued on last night. tillered out, currently sitting a little above what my recipient wanted, should drop just under with shooting in and finish sanding. little more work yet to shape the grip, but liking it so far.
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/bowlaminating024_zps1d9ec36c.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/bowlaminating024_zps1d9ec36c.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/bowlaminating024_zps1d9ec36c.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/bowlaminating024_zps1d9ec36c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on April 07, 2014, 07:51:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on April 07, 2014, 07:51:00 PM
Looking good guys
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 07, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 07, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Awesome work getting done. Some great looking bows for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 07, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: D on April 07, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Sweet looking stuff everybody. Really great looking bows.
Josh I'm up for a beer swap too..lol
Josh I'm up for a beer swap too..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 07, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 07, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Well I hope this works, I haven't posted pictures before and photobucket has me a little rattled.
62" ntn right in the middle of my recipients weight. Osage and Bubinga riser, curly maple back and belly action-boo core. (http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o481/redbeard126/photo23_zpsb3314c4e.jpg) (http://s1144.photobucket.com/user/redbeard126/media/photo23_zpsb3314c4e.jpg.html)
62" ntn right in the middle of my recipients weight. Osage and Bubinga riser, curly maple back and belly action-boo core. (http://i1144.photobucket.com/albums/o481/redbeard126/photo23_zpsb3314c4e.jpg) (http://s1144.photobucket.com/user/redbeard126/media/photo23_zpsb3314c4e.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 07, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 07, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
If you click the picture you can see the whole album. I'm a moron.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on April 07, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on April 07, 2014, 11:43:00 PM
Well moron or not... Thats a pretty sweet beard... I mean bow :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 07, 2014, 11:47:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 07, 2014, 11:47:00 PM
That is a nice beard. :)
Hey, so back on page 104 is the trade bow I'm working on and I've been bouncing around the idea of staining the riser. What say you? Should I stain it or just clear finish it as is? I like the natural color, but I don't know if a natural stain, or a light colored oak or something would make it pop. Thoughts?
Hey, so back on page 104 is the trade bow I'm working on and I've been bouncing around the idea of staining the riser. What say you? Should I stain it or just clear finish it as is? I like the natural color, but I don't know if a natural stain, or a light colored oak or something would make it pop. Thoughts?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on April 07, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on April 07, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Nice bows everyone!! And Joe don't stain that one...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 08, 2014, 12:33:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 08, 2014, 12:33:00 AM
Nice work Red Beard. The bend looks great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on April 08, 2014, 12:45:00 AM
Post by: WestTexan on April 08, 2014, 12:45:00 AM
I don't know where to start so I'll just say I like'm all. Joe if it's even close to the one you built last year it'll be killer when it's done... Been a busy couple weeks for me but got mine bending at 20" today looks pretty good lower limb looks stiff out of the fades about 8 inches or so maybe.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/AE036274-D010-48A1-AD1C-ECA803240E25.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/AE036274-D010-48A1-AD1C-ECA803240E25.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/AE036274-D010-48A1-AD1C-ECA803240E25.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/AE036274-D010-48A1-AD1C-ECA803240E25.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on April 08, 2014, 01:58:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on April 08, 2014, 01:58:00 AM
Wow! Everything looks great everyone! I sure hope I can make some progress in the coming weeks. I'm starting to run out of time. Work has been a bear, and I've had some family things of importance lately. But don't worry Mr. ********, I haven't forgotten about you. I have some of my materials, and a plan of attack(I think), now all I need is a little time to get the ball rolling.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 08, 2014, 02:01:00 AM
Post by: soy on April 08, 2014, 02:01:00 AM
Great looking stuff guys.....I don't know if I am digging the way the it came out, might have to go on to plan b......what say you all???
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140408_245243_604.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140408_245323_683.jpg)
:dunno:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140408_245243_604.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140408_245323_683.jpg)
:dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on April 08, 2014, 03:03:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on April 08, 2014, 03:03:00 AM
All these bows make me feel like a slacker...barely have the backing prepped and the horn nocks roughed out..my only real excuse is being too busy being a grandpa and playing with a bunch of obsidian and agate...
Hopefully this weekend should see some pics of some progress on the yew/bamboo combo.
Hopefully this weekend should see some pics of some progress on the yew/bamboo combo.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 08, 2014, 03:53:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 08, 2014, 03:53:00 AM
that's a nice bow Redbeard, and Soy, what you talking about, that veneers look terrific! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 08, 2014, 06:53:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 08, 2014, 06:53:00 AM
Very nice guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 10:01:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 10:01:00 AM
Don't have any new pics yet, will soon.
The swap bow is basically finished though. Will need to be shot some more to make sure it's really settled in.
I do have one small problem .... it's under target weight .... debating my options right now.
I'm currently @45#, 5# under target weight.
Bow is 66"ntn so I'm debating possibly piking to 64" nad retillering although I wonder if I'll even get the 5# and if it's worth the risk of breaking a good bow.
Any thoughts? I mean I guess being a few pounds under isn't th eend of the world ....
Should I just scrap it and start over? pike it? ship it at 45#?
The swap bow is basically finished though. Will need to be shot some more to make sure it's really settled in.
I do have one small problem .... it's under target weight .... debating my options right now.
I'm currently @45#, 5# under target weight.
Bow is 66"ntn so I'm debating possibly piking to 64" nad retillering although I wonder if I'll even get the 5# and if it's worth the risk of breaking a good bow.
Any thoughts? I mean I guess being a few pounds under isn't th eend of the world ....
Should I just scrap it and start over? pike it? ship it at 45#?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on April 08, 2014, 10:15:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on April 08, 2014, 10:15:00 AM
What draw length are you shooting for, Ben? ...and what wood are you using?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 10:27:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 10:27:00 AM
29" target draw and it's bamboo back walnut core ipe belly
currently 1.25" wide to past midlimb, 66" ntn
12" riser
currently 1.25" wide to past midlimb, 66" ntn
12" riser
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on April 08, 2014, 10:43:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on April 08, 2014, 10:43:00 AM
LittleBen... or whoever is building my bow.... i am perfectly happy with 45#. I actually overstated my requested draw weight cause i thought i would have worked into that weight by then... but im not ready for a 55#+ bow. im planning on hunting with a 45-50 bow this year.
anyway it sounds like ya got my specs :goldtooth:
anyway it sounds like ya got my specs :goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on April 08, 2014, 10:56:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on April 08, 2014, 10:56:00 AM
I was going to suggest tempering the belly to raise the draw weight a bit but with a glue up it is not practical. You might be able to temper if you used Urac(Unibond) but not with other glues.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 10:59:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 10:59:00 AM
Thats not a bad idea to temper the belly.
I used TBIII so I would definately need to clamp everything to a form before heating and let cool thoroughly.
Unfortunately my form is setup for the belly to rest against it not the back so I don't know ho I will pull that off.
We'll see.
I'm apprehensive to pike it because I will lose some reflex at the tips and it'll get a bit more string follow ... probably will take it into the realm of 2" string follow ... Concerned I'll get more draw weight but not more arrow speed.
I used TBIII so I would definately need to clamp everything to a form before heating and let cool thoroughly.
Unfortunately my form is setup for the belly to rest against it not the back so I don't know ho I will pull that off.
We'll see.
I'm apprehensive to pike it because I will lose some reflex at the tips and it'll get a bit more string follow ... probably will take it into the realm of 2" string follow ... Concerned I'll get more draw weight but not more arrow speed.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on April 08, 2014, 11:24:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on April 08, 2014, 11:24:00 AM
Don't temper it if you used TB glue. It will release at 150 degrees.
How wide are your tips? You might be able to narrow them somewhat to increase the speed but not the draw weight.
How wide are your tips? You might be able to narrow them somewhat to increase the speed but not the draw weight.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 11:27:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 08, 2014, 11:27:00 AM
tips are around 1/2" to 3/8".
I might just slightly narrow the outer 1/4 of the limb a bit and the tips slightly as you said to try and eek out a few more fps and leave the weight as is.
I might just slightly narrow the outer 1/4 of the limb a bit and the tips slightly as you said to try and eek out a few more fps and leave the weight as is.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 08, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 08, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Beard, nice looking bow, I like to wood combo.
Texan, looking good, you're almost there.
Soy, that looks real good to me, I'd be happy with it.
Ben, I could use a 45 pounder if that helps. lol
Texan, looking good, you're almost there.
Soy, that looks real good to me, I'd be happy with it.
Ben, I could use a 45 pounder if that helps. lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on April 08, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on April 08, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
I wouldn't cry about it, either.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 08, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 08, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
ben, 45# would work for our squirrels up here. i don't have a squirrel bow yet. :D
jking aside, 45# will please the vast majority of us i would venture to say.
got my trade bow tillered and grip mostly shaped, was shooting in today and after about 100+ arrows, :scared: the string snapped on the bottom tip. arrow still hit its mark, was actually lowering it when it let loose. scared the **** outa me. was the last of my string material, so i can't build another till i get to the store for more. might try some b55 instead of b50 this time. found a small unsanded section of the glass on one of the string nocks. :banghead:
jking aside, 45# will please the vast majority of us i would venture to say.
got my trade bow tillered and grip mostly shaped, was shooting in today and after about 100+ arrows, :scared: the string snapped on the bottom tip. arrow still hit its mark, was actually lowering it when it let loose. scared the **** outa me. was the last of my string material, so i can't build another till i get to the store for more. might try some b55 instead of b50 this time. found a small unsanded section of the glass on one of the string nocks. :banghead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 08, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 08, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
My trade bow goes in AM.
The poor victim will have to do the full draw pic because my draw length is different than theirs.
Hope they can handle 72#@36" :laughing: :laughing:
BTW- *******, it should be there on the 10th.
here is what to look for....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg.html)
The poor victim will have to do the full draw pic because my draw length is different than theirs.
Hope they can handle 72#@36" :laughing: :laughing:
BTW- *******, it should be there on the 10th.
here is what to look for....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on April 08, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on April 08, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Kenny, I hope you can't tell south from n-east and it is coming to my house. Nice bow and all the rest to.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 08, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 08, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Gorgeous bow Kenny, wouldn't get to me in that time so that's another to rule out :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 08, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 08, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Man that thing is cool...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 08, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 08, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Thanks guys, should get it shipped this week. Great looking bows all around! Kenny I'm kinda south of you, in a straight east sort of way....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 08, 2014, 08:54:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 08, 2014, 08:54:00 PM
I'm only taking it South 2 miles, then the USPS takes over.
Bob, I din't say the 10th of which month ,did I?
Bob, I din't say the 10th of which month ,did I?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 08, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 08, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Just in case Kenny... I'll get my jammies all warshed up :biglaugh:
Great bows! And the beard ain't too bad either
Great bows! And the beard ain't too bad either
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 08, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 08, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
Wow what a collection of awesome bows coming together this push.
Kenny let me know if you get it out tomorrow.
Kenny let me know if you get it out tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 08, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
Post by: D on April 08, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
Ha this thing comes in waves.. Great looking bows everybody. Redbeard I like that riser a lot.
Great looking stuff everybody. I'm very impressed with every single one.
Great looking stuff everybody. I'm very impressed with every single one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 08, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Post by: D on April 08, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Oh Cabbage don't stain it. Looks good the way it is.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 08, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 08, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
Cabbage I agree with the rest no stain needed.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 08, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 08, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Didn't have a lot of time today - I'm on nights for the next couple weeks. Took a few hours this morning after I got off work to sand the riser to 100 grit and shape the butt end of the limbs. I've really got to get an oscillating spindle sander or something. This hand sanding crap is getting old fast :banghead:
If everything works out the way I think it will, I should be done in a week, which is perfect because turkey season starts next week! Just in time to open my new bow and get her bloody! :D
Oh, and no stain it is! I actually thought I'd forego the stain anyway after staring at it while sanding this morning. That grain on the quarter sawn sycamore just really looks nice.
If everything works out the way I think it will, I should be done in a week, which is perfect because turkey season starts next week! Just in time to open my new bow and get her bloody! :D
Oh, and no stain it is! I actually thought I'd forego the stain anyway after staring at it while sanding this morning. That grain on the quarter sawn sycamore just really looks nice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 09, 2014, 04:19:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 09, 2014, 04:19:00 AM
Awesome bows guys. Joe I can't believe you have not opened that bow up, LOL.. ^5
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on April 09, 2014, 12:57:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on April 09, 2014, 12:57:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by kennym:That's my goal, I'll have you know, and 36" is easy. I've got one here I routinely pull to 38". I like it, I'll enjoy shooting it.
My trade bow goes in AM.
The poor victim will have to do the full draw pic because my draw length is different than theirs.
Hope they can handle 72#@36" :laughing: :laughing:
BTW- *******, it should be there on the 10th.
here is what to look for....
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/IMG_0312_zps4ce52cd5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 09, 2014, 09:30:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 09, 2014, 09:30:00 PM
My walnut came back today as lams. I plan to glue up ***'s bow this weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 09, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 09, 2014, 10:10:00 PM
Well one has hit the mail. FYI
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 09, 2014, 11:34:00 PM
Post by: D on April 09, 2014, 11:34:00 PM
Did some work on the riser tonight. Its finally starting to look like a bow. I've still got some weight to take off though. Hope I can get it down to what I need. Here it is rubbed down with denatured alcohol. I've still got work to do on the overlay to.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0136.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0136.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0137.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0137.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0138.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0138.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0136.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0136.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0137.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0137.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0138.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0138.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 10, 2014, 12:01:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 10, 2014, 12:01:00 AM
D, that is sharp.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 10, 2014, 05:16:00 AM
Post by: soy on April 10, 2014, 05:16:00 AM
Looking good D :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on April 10, 2014, 10:41:00 AM
Post by: Crittergetter on April 10, 2014, 10:41:00 AM
Very nice D!! She's a beauty!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 10, 2014, 10:41:00 AM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 10, 2014, 10:41:00 AM
Great looking bow D.
I knocked mine over while working on the shipping tube and chipped one of the tip overlays, need to do a repair before shipping.
Kelly, I'll let you know when it's shipped.
I knocked mine over while working on the shipping tube and chipped one of the tip overlays, need to do a repair before shipping.
Kelly, I'll let you know when it's shipped.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 10, 2014, 10:50:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 10, 2014, 10:50:00 AM
Dan that sounds like something I would do.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 10, 2014, 12:24:00 PM
Post by: D on April 10, 2014, 12:24:00 PM
Dan that sucks. Glad its its just an easy fix though.
Thanks for the kind words everybody
Mine is still over weight. Hope I can trap it down.
Thanks for the kind words everybody
Mine is still over weight. Hope I can trap it down.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 10, 2014, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 10, 2014, 12:30:00 PM
Yeah, the older I get the more stuff like that happens.
Have the new piece glued on, we'll see what it looks like when it dries.
Have the new piece glued on, we'll see what it looks like when it dries.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rockkiller on April 10, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
Post by: rockkiller on April 10, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
Its very nice of KennyM and D to both send me those bows.......Unless of course some cry baby complaints that I'm not even in the swap.. :biglaugh:
Cant wait till my bows are even close to that good looking.Whoever gets them will be very happy.
Al
Cant wait till my bows are even close to that good looking.Whoever gets them will be very happy.
Al
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 10, 2014, 02:20:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 10, 2014, 02:20:00 PM
Got the first coat of oil on my swap bow today :D
I decided since I'm finishing the bow now, I'll go ahead and open mine. And since turkey season starts Monday ;) I'll get pictures up later :thumbsup:
I decided since I'm finishing the bow now, I'll go ahead and open mine. And since turkey season starts Monday ;) I'll get pictures up later :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 10, 2014, 06:17:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 10, 2014, 06:17:00 PM
that is looking so good 'D' well done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on April 10, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on April 10, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
D, what's the thickness of the accent stripes? If you don't mind me asking. I got a shipment from Big Jim today and I'm doing a coco and tiger myrtle riser with a black stripe. My pholonic is 1/8" thick. Maybe it'll be ok just looks a little thick to me.
( Big Jim sent exactly what I ordered, I'm just wondering if I should go thinner ) :dunno:
( Big Jim sent exactly what I ordered, I'm just wondering if I should go thinner ) :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 10, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 10, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Very nice looking D. Someone will love that bow!
Thanks again for the help and generosity.
Thanks again for the help and generosity.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 10, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 10, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Wow D, nice.
Spent a little time in the shop tonight. Since this will be my first forward handle, I wanted to work out the new riser shape before I do the final riser glue-up. Got something worked out that seems to let me flex most types of wood in my shop around the bend as lams up to 0.080 thick. The double bend is definitely tougher than the single for a Hill normal bow. I just couldn't bring myself to simply turn the bow around. The riser has to look like it's meant to be shot that way. I also like to minimize the riser length to get more working limb. But I had to stretch this one out about 2" longer if I wanted the lams to run over the riser.
(http://i.imgur.com/L7dYjpI.jpg)
Anyhow, still planning to glue up ****'s bow this weekend.
Spent a little time in the shop tonight. Since this will be my first forward handle, I wanted to work out the new riser shape before I do the final riser glue-up. Got something worked out that seems to let me flex most types of wood in my shop around the bend as lams up to 0.080 thick. The double bend is definitely tougher than the single for a Hill normal bow. I just couldn't bring myself to simply turn the bow around. The riser has to look like it's meant to be shot that way. I also like to minimize the riser length to get more working limb. But I had to stretch this one out about 2" longer if I wanted the lams to run over the riser.
(http://i.imgur.com/L7dYjpI.jpg)
Anyhow, still planning to glue up ****'s bow this weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 10, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 10, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Man yall are on a roll. I got word another bow is in the mail that is 2. So those of us who are waiting have a 4% chance of one being ours.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 10, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 10, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
I got a couple coats of oil on my trade bow today, so I decided it was time to finally open mine. Thanks so much Jim Rocole! I've been looking for an excuse to build me a three piece, but now I have one! It looks really nice. Haven't had a chance to shoot it yet, but I'll get a few arrows through her tomorrow. Now I have an excuse to buy some new carbons I've been looking at! :)
BTW, what's that block you sent? It doesn't look like anything I'm familiar with, but I'm not too good on the exotics anyway. If I had to guess I'd say bubinga. Anyway, I'll probably use some of it on the next one for sure! Thanks so much again!
BTW, what's that block you sent? It doesn't look like anything I'm familiar with, but I'm not too good on the exotics anyway. If I had to guess I'd say bubinga. Anyway, I'll probably use some of it on the next one for sure! Thanks so much again!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 10, 2014, 11:53:00 PM
Post by: D on April 10, 2014, 11:53:00 PM
Cabbage you got bow wood too??? That's cool. I have no idea how you waited that long to open that bow. No way I could have done it.
Canopy that's interesting jigs. I'll be looking forward to seeing how it works out.
Heck no I don't mind you asking critter. Feel free to ask whatever you want. Everything I know I have learned from people on here willing to help me. The strips are a 1/16 of maple, 1/16 walnut, and a 1/16 of maple.
Canopy that's interesting jigs. I'll be looking forward to seeing how it works out.
Heck no I don't mind you asking critter. Feel free to ask whatever you want. Everything I know I have learned from people on here willing to help me. The strips are a 1/16 of maple, 1/16 walnut, and a 1/16 of maple.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on April 11, 2014, 12:13:00 AM
Post by: Crittergetter on April 11, 2014, 12:13:00 AM
Cool, thx D! I know what you mean about learning from others on here and their willingness to help! I wish I had found tradgang earlier. Would have saved me a lot of time and headache !
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 11, 2014, 01:15:00 AM
Post by: D on April 11, 2014, 01:15:00 AM
Not a problem need anything just let me know.....so I can ask someone that actually knows....lolol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on April 11, 2014, 05:00:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on April 11, 2014, 05:00:00 AM
as you know i have already finished my bow and i was ready to ship it.
my bow was just about #40@28 but my recipent requested #45-#50.
so i decided to cut off an inch from each ends to increase the power a little bit.
formerly it was two pieces bow now it is three pieces :(
well need a plan b.
best.
my bow was just about #40@28 but my recipent requested #45-#50.
so i decided to cut off an inch from each ends to increase the power a little bit.
formerly it was two pieces bow now it is three pieces :(
well need a plan b.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on April 11, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on April 11, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
oh man...I'm sorry for ya.... :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 11, 2014, 08:48:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 11, 2014, 08:48:00 AM
Thats always rough Ink. I'm sure you'll get to the finish, just stick in there.
After one bow breaks I just jump right into the next.
Good luck.
After one bow breaks I just jump right into the next.
Good luck.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 11, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 11, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Sorry to hear that Ink. Better luck with the next one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 10:08:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 10:08:00 AM
Sorry Ink. My tillering tree has made a few 2 piece takedowns out of one piece bows.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on April 11, 2014, 10:10:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on April 11, 2014, 10:10:00 AM
Roy was that a take down or a took down? d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 10:30:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 10:30:00 AM
It was a heart breaker, Pat.. :)
Darn space key...
Darn space key...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on April 11, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on April 11, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
Roy is it that darn space key or is it that darn apple pie. :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 11, 2014, 12:30:00 PM
Post by: D on April 11, 2014, 12:30:00 PM
Mmmmmmmm apple pie
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on April 11, 2014, 12:31:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on April 11, 2014, 12:31:00 PM
!!!!! SQUIRREL !!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 11, 2014, 12:46:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 11, 2014, 12:46:00 PM
Here is where she is this morning....
""April 11, 2014 , 8:47 am
Out for Delivery ""
""April 11, 2014 , 8:47 am
Out for Delivery ""
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 11, 2014, 01:21:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 11, 2014, 01:21:00 PM
The suspense is killing me ... I'm not a religious person but I'm praying that bow comes to me!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 11, 2014, 01:25:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 11, 2014, 01:25:00 PM
beings that NOTHING gets to canada that quick, i know it aint for me. whoever gets it is going to be one happy hunter.
got one more coat to wipe on my trade bow, couple blems that don't seem to want to come out and the fades didn't close as good as the dry run. but she's got a couple hundred shots and hitting hard. shot 3 arrows into target this morning and broke 2 nocks. ooops. installing leather pass/rest and grip after next coat and it'll be ready to ship. though i goofed and cut up my pvc tube to ship it in for a few arrow holders i strapped to the wall.
got one more coat to wipe on my trade bow, couple blems that don't seem to want to come out and the fades didn't close as good as the dry run. but she's got a couple hundred shots and hitting hard. shot 3 arrows into target this morning and broke 2 nocks. ooops. installing leather pass/rest and grip after next coat and it'll be ready to ship. though i goofed and cut up my pvc tube to ship it in for a few arrow holders i strapped to the wall.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on April 11, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
Post by: Jim Rocole on April 11, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
Glad you like it Joe. hope is helps you bag a thunder chicken. that riser block is bubinga. I figured this is about bow building and since the bow was going to a bow builder, he should at least have a start on his next one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 01:39:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 01:39:00 PM
Too early for the good apple pie.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on April 11, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on April 11, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
Its 5:00 somewhere! d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 11, 2014, 03:45:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on April 11, 2014, 03:45:00 PM
Guess it's not for me Kenny. Just got home from work and no package on the porch....I was anxious for sure.
Btw Roy, it's never too early for the good stuff!
Btw Roy, it's never too early for the good stuff!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 04:02:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 04:02:00 PM
A little of the good apple pie in the morning and you don't remember too much of the rest of the day.. It's got 190 proof shine in it.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
That's cool Jim. Nicely done.
No deliveries at my house either. Keep at it Ink! I'm looking to post some progress next week. Gotta get the bows finished before I start makin arrows.
No deliveries at my house either. Keep at it Ink! I'm looking to post some progress next week. Gotta get the bows finished before I start makin arrows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
That's cool Jim. Nicely done.
No deliveries at my house either. Keep at it Ink! I'm looking to post some progress next week. Gotta get the bows finished before I start makin arrows.
No deliveries at my house either. Keep at it Ink! I'm looking to post some progress next week. Gotta get the bows finished before I start makin arrows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Stupid smart phone
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
Sure blame it on the phone ya pipe sitter.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 11, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 11, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
D, it was hard waiting, that's for sure. I had to hide the box behind a couple gun cases so I wouldn't see it every day. But I really didn't want to "get" before I finished my swap bow. Just didn't seem right.
Well, here she is. A nice takedown longbow from Mr. Jim Rocole. I love the woods in the limbs. That grain is really nice. Shot her for a bit today and she's pretty spot on with a few mixed arrows I pulled out of the pile. With any luck, she'll get bloody next week on some turkeys!
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0039_zps9859ceb0.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0041_zps97f05086.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0042_zps61038167.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0043_zpsb47e7b8b.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0044_zps13c28909.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0045_zps924612ac.jpg)
Well, here she is. A nice takedown longbow from Mr. Jim Rocole. I love the woods in the limbs. That grain is really nice. Shot her for a bit today and she's pretty spot on with a few mixed arrows I pulled out of the pile. With any luck, she'll get bloody next week on some turkeys!
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0039_zps9859ceb0.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0041_zps97f05086.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0042_zps61038167.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0043_zpsb47e7b8b.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0044_zps13c28909.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0045_zps924612ac.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 11, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 11, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
I just sprayed the second coat of poly on my swap bow about 5 minutes ago. Two more coats or so and she'll be ready for wax and ship! Oh, and maybe a string. That might come in handy. :knothead:
Anyway, I'm really liking this sycamore with some finish on it. Looks like a really coarsely grained lacewood - real pretty under some oil and poly. :D
Unfortunately, that will all have to wait till tomorrow. On nights for the weekend, so I'll be needing a lot of this :coffee: and wishing I was doing this :archer2: :(
Anyway, I'm really liking this sycamore with some finish on it. Looks like a really coarsely grained lacewood - real pretty under some oil and poly. :D
Unfortunately, that will all have to wait till tomorrow. On nights for the weekend, so I'll be needing a lot of this :coffee: and wishing I was doing this :archer2: :(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 11, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Very nice, Joe.. Good luck with the turkey..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 11, 2014, 06:49:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 11, 2014, 06:49:00 PM
UH OH - Didn't get delivered today!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on April 11, 2014, 07:04:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on April 11, 2014, 07:04:00 PM
aww man i hate it when that happens kenny!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 11, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
That's a great lookin bow Joe. Nice work Jim !
I think Kenny just might be teasin us a little
:smileystooges:
I think Kenny just might be teasin us a little
:smileystooges:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 11, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 11, 2014, 09:31:00 PM
Still waiting on my supplies to show up for my second attempt. The waiting period is killing me!!! I want to get rocking on building this bow ASAP... GRRRR.... Should be delivered on the 16th.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 11, 2014, 11:10:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 11, 2014, 11:10:00 PM
Joe that should put some meat on the meat pole.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on April 12, 2014, 05:06:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on April 12, 2014, 05:06:00 AM
well...
nothing to done now...
i will build another one for my bow mate in next week... will share the pics when i am done.
if this one is not worked out again, i have short bow just finished, couple days ago... i will be shipping it but the problem is i think this bow is not possible to make take down...
lets pray the new one will work...
best.
nothing to done now...
i will build another one for my bow mate in next week... will share the pics when i am done.
if this one is not worked out again, i have short bow just finished, couple days ago... i will be shipping it but the problem is i think this bow is not possible to make take down...
lets pray the new one will work...
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 12, 2014, 12:38:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 12, 2014, 12:38:00 PM
USPS tracking said "Out for delivery at 8:30 AM". Hope it gets there in one piece!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 12, 2014, 01:03:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 12, 2014, 01:03:00 PM
I'm out of town so naturally I will get a bow today. Thanks Red !
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 12, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 12, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
I'm home all day today!
A couple of riser blocks went in the oven today. They've been baking nicely for a couple of hours now. I expect 'em to be done around 1600. Need to take care of a tree job for an elderly neighbor tomorrow morning, hopefully there's enough time in the evening to get a riser prepped and a bow glued up. I'd love to leave town with a blank ready to shape when I get back. (I head to Vancouver on Tuesday to pick up my bow from Timbermoose. I hope he's finished with it in time!)
A couple of riser blocks went in the oven today. They've been baking nicely for a couple of hours now. I expect 'em to be done around 1600. Need to take care of a tree job for an elderly neighbor tomorrow morning, hopefully there's enough time in the evening to get a riser prepped and a bow glued up. I'd love to leave town with a blank ready to shape when I get back. (I head to Vancouver on Tuesday to pick up my bow from Timbermoose. I hope he's finished with it in time!)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 12, 2014, 04:26:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 12, 2014, 04:26:00 PM
Delivered at 2:02...Maybe he's out hunting some big old Eastern Tom about now? :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 12, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 12, 2014, 04:55:00 PM
Ok, the postman drove up the road while I was at the neighbor's house. As I was mowing the neighborhood road edges working my way home, he came back by and stopped to talk. Asked me how bow season went this year, etc. I figured he was playing with me. I had high hopes for a few minutes there. But no luck. Oh well. I always feel better with the idea that I don't get my bow before I get my recipient's done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 12, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 12, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
Hmmmmm.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 13, 2014, 01:31:00 AM
Post by: D on April 13, 2014, 01:31:00 AM
Hummmmm indeed Kenny....
I got almost all of the weight dropped down on mine that I needed to. Should be done here before to much longer
I got almost all of the weight dropped down on mine that I needed to. Should be done here before to much longer
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 11:56:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 11:56:00 AM
Tic Toc 2 bows should be at their new homes. I know they are so floored by them they are stunned and are shooting them so much there finger just can't type. :smileystooges:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: John Scifres on April 13, 2014, 02:18:00 PM
Post by: John Scifres on April 13, 2014, 02:18:00 PM
After a weekend with my brother listening to gobblers down at our new-to-us camper in Southern IN, on the border of the Hoosier National Forest, I come home to a wonderful sight of a PVC tube on my porch.
I couldn't get it open fast enough and saw it was the gorgeous bow from Redbeard126.
I had a blast shooting it for the first time today. It very sweet and I might just tote it during turkey season. Thanks to Redbeard and all those who make this swap so much fun.
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/DSC08229.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/DSC08231.jpg)
I couldn't get it open fast enough and saw it was the gorgeous bow from Redbeard126.
I had a blast shooting it for the first time today. It very sweet and I might just tote it during turkey season. Thanks to Redbeard and all those who make this swap so much fun.
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/DSC08229.jpg)
(http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r607/jdscifres/DSC08231.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 13, 2014, 02:56:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 13, 2014, 02:56:00 PM
john :clapper: good looking bow there.
canopy; won't be done by then, got some finish blemishes that are bugging me so will be taking care of that when i get back wed. or thur. from my spring bear hunt. how long you gonna be up here? might could let you shoot it, but.....you'd have to wait for shipping if it's for you. :D
canopy; won't be done by then, got some finish blemishes that are bugging me so will be taking care of that when i get back wed. or thur. from my spring bear hunt. how long you gonna be up here? might could let you shoot it, but.....you'd have to wait for shipping if it's for you. :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 13, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 13, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Congrats John!
Craig: Be there Tues - Sun. Not sure what my free time will look like yet though.
Weekend got away from me. No surprise really. Still have some hopes of cutting out the risers tonight, but lots of other stuff between me and bed time. At least I'm two months ahead of last year!
SQUIRREL!!!! After neighbor 1's big tree job this morning, neighbor 2 wanted a couple little ones down including an 8" hickory that was perfectly straight and branch free for the first 12 feet or so.
(http://i.imgur.com/IW20q5c.jpg)
You gotta love how hickory bark peels this time of year!
Craig: Be there Tues - Sun. Not sure what my free time will look like yet though.
Weekend got away from me. No surprise really. Still have some hopes of cutting out the risers tonight, but lots of other stuff between me and bed time. At least I'm two months ahead of last year!
SQUIRREL!!!! After neighbor 1's big tree job this morning, neighbor 2 wanted a couple little ones down including an 8" hickory that was perfectly straight and branch free for the first 12 feet or so.
(http://i.imgur.com/IW20q5c.jpg)
You gotta love how hickory bark peels this time of year!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 13, 2014, 05:29:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 13, 2014, 05:29:00 PM
Nice Hickory, David. Drop me off two on your way to Canada.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
Just a reminder and to double check my data these folks need to ship by 13 Jun (or have a completed bow if they are shipping to someone on this list) I have taken off the ones I am tracking that have completed their bow/shipped if they can. Let me know if you are done and I just screwed up.
KellyG
timbermoose
halfseminole
beachbowhunter
Wood carver
scars Wood
West Texan
Dwillo
Hill Hunter
Tood Cook
razorback
JRHunter
Kiwi craig
eagleone
cunruhshoot
MoeM
LESKEN2011
Pheonixarcher
KellyG
timbermoose
halfseminole
beachbowhunter
Wood carver
scars Wood
West Texan
Dwillo
Hill Hunter
Tood Cook
razorback
JRHunter
Kiwi craig
eagleone
cunruhshoot
MoeM
LESKEN2011
Pheonixarcher
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
awesome dave your good deed was paid in full it looks like.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 13, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 13, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
good looking hickory dave. bring some up with ya. :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 13, 2014, 06:47:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 13, 2014, 06:47:00 PM
Not sure it will fit in my carry-on. Wonder if I put it in a fly-rod tube if they'll let me take one on the plane?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 13, 2014, 09:46:00 PM
Ok I correct my list on pg 112.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 13, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: D on April 13, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Congrats John. That's a great looking bow. Full draw looks great.
That's some good looking hickory.
That's some good looking hickory.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on April 14, 2014, 07:47:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on April 14, 2014, 07:47:00 AM
Yeah, Kelly. I am still on the list. Been trying to make my first take-down for my recipient. Got limb forms and all the lams done. Then it came to the wedge.....I thought I had it done pretty good but the dry run showed a gap at the tip. Keep in mind this is an all wood bow. I kept working on it till there wasn't much of a wedge left. I got so frustrated I decided to take a break and get the wedge and glue up done next weekend. It is starting to look like I might have to fall back on the old reliable one piece, though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 14, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 14, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by canopyboy:That's some hickory there Dave!
Congrats John!
Craig: Be there Tues - Sun. Not sure what my free time will look like yet though.
Weekend got away from me. No surprise really. Still have some hopes of cutting out the risers tonight, but lots of other stuff between me and bed time. At least I'm two months ahead of last year!
SQUIRREL!!!! After neighbor 1's big tree job this morning, neighbor 2 wanted a couple little ones down including an 8" hickory that was perfectly straight and branch free for the first 12 feet or so.
(http://i.imgur.com/IW20q5c.jpg)
You gotta love how hickory bark peels this time of year!
I'll even show you how to make a real bow out of it!
Nice haul though, looks like some premium material.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 12:25:00 PM
GOT A DELIVERY!!!!! from one Mr KennyM :bigsmyl: and I haven't ordered anything :goldtooth:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_111951_096.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_111951_096.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on April 14, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on April 14, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
:shaka:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on April 14, 2014, 12:39:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on April 14, 2014, 12:39:00 PM
WHOOO-WEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
you lucky S.O.G.
you lucky S.O.G.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 14, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 14, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Oh Yeah! Open that bad boy up!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 14, 2014, 02:20:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 14, 2014, 02:20:00 PM
Uhh, Soy .... that just ain't fair. Where's the rest of the pics?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 14, 2014, 02:22:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 14, 2014, 02:22:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by LittleBen:Ben - You know that REAL bows draw more than 24", right? That makes it a bit harder -- just sayin'....
I'll even show you how to make a real bow out of it! [/QB]
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Soy you lucky dog...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 14, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 14, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
Soy your one heck of a lucky guy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
Well guys I am honored to have received this and its been a strange chain of events....it was supposed to have been delivered Friday but it would not fit in the mail ladies car which was probably for the best as Friday I had to have a good friend put down I did not notice that I had a package I had to pick up until Saturday afternoon Soooo a looooong wait until today and on the way to town I see an eagle in the ditch feasting on a deer carcass I know thatthere is a name somewhere in this if only I could pick it out...I will get out Open and get some pics by tomorrow.... here are some pics of the big gray dog and the majestic eagle
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_105233_678-1.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140106_245736_670.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_105233_678-1.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140106_245736_670.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 03:58:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 03:58:00 PM
Wow this is a thing of beauty.....I could take a thousand pictures and still would not do it justice!!!!breathtaking not unlike the eagle or a good bird dog beautiful both when still and working can't wait to let some arras fly out of it!!!!!
In fact I may just call it bird dog :notworthy:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_144717_018.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_144633_890.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_144546_017.jpg)
In fact I may just call it bird dog :notworthy:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_144717_018.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_144633_890.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_144546_017.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
Awesome Soy.. How about Gray Eagle? :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 04:34:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 04:34:00 PM
Thanks Roy I suppose I could name it after you :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on April 14, 2014, 04:51:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on April 14, 2014, 04:51:00 PM
Congrats, Soy! That is one fine piece of work, Kenny!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
OH SOY...
That really hurt...
LMFAO
:wavey: :biglaugh: :laughing:
That really hurt...
LMFAO
:wavey: :biglaugh: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 14, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 14, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Congrats Soy. It is a beauty! I have shot several of Kenny's bows and you won't be disappointed in that either.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on April 14, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on April 14, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Yeah, I guess Kenny did OK on that one.
Congrats soy!!!
Congrats soy!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 14, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 14, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
these is Karma Soy!.After receiving your snake bow last year's swap, its good to see you receive such a beautiful bow this year. Great bow Kenny.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on April 14, 2014, 06:52:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on April 14, 2014, 06:52:00 PM
Congrats Soy and John.Great lookin' bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on April 14, 2014, 07:27:00 PM
Post by: razorback on April 14, 2014, 07:27:00 PM
Been away on a road trip with my 12 year old daughter, awesome time. Got back in the saddle and have started cutting in nock's so I can string up my bow and get to tillering. Want to be careful as it has a hickory backing and humidity has spiked to 100% in these parts. Don't want to start bending while the hickories mc is up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 14, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 14, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
Congrats, John & Soy, some good looking bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 14, 2014, 08:03:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 14, 2014, 08:03:00 PM
Forgot to mention, got the tip repaired on mine and working on finishing now. Hope to have it in the mail by the end of the week.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 14, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 14, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Glad it finally made it Thad!! I was startin to worry bout the mailman(er, woman)
Shot it yet? Was wondering how the grip was?
Shot it yet? Was wondering how the grip was?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 14, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Working tell midnight.... but I drew it back a few times and the grip fits like a glove!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 14, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Post by: D on April 14, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Soy I think "Bird Dog" is a great name for it. Congrats that you got such a damn good looking bow. I have no doubt it coming from Kenny that it shoots better than it looks (if that's possible) Well Done Kenny.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 14, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Post by: D on April 14, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Crap I forgot to ask a question. This is only my second one piece glass bow that I've made and I am about three pounds heavy. So for you glass that know more than me (which is all of you). Will it drop three pounds shooting it in or do I just need to go ahead and shed the few pounds off and be done with it?? I imagine that I'll just need to go ahead and shed it off but just want to make sure. Appreciate the help.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on April 14, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on April 14, 2014, 09:57:00 PM
if it were me, i would shoot it a while and see what happens- they will take a little bit of set after shooting in- very very small though- so that may be enough/or not.
at least then you will know for sure- and can easily shed a few pounds after that- but the recipient might not be worried by a few #'s
just my 2 cents from a non participant this year!!
at least then you will know for sure- and can easily shed a few pounds after that- but the recipient might not be worried by a few #'s
just my 2 cents from a non participant this year!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 14, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
Post by: D on April 14, 2014, 10:06:00 PM
Thanks for the Help. Whether your participating this year or not I still value those 2 cents. I actually just went back and look in my PM box and looked at the message Kelly sent me and I had the top limit of ********'s draw weight wrong. I was higher than I thought it was so I'm right in the window where I need to be...thank goodness. Thank ya for the education.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 14, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 14, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
I'm all done and ready to ship to ************! I'm gonna check with Kelly just to make sure I'm okay to go, but I'm pretty sure I am. Here's some finished pics:
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0061_zps84c13ea3.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0048_zps37cac139.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0049_zps35454de8.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0050_zps7f2fd051.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0051_zps49cd3ee8.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0053_zps5e5bdb07.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0054_zps7cc1c694.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0058_zps91f71934.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0061_zps84c13ea3.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0048_zps37cac139.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0049_zps35454de8.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0050_zps7f2fd051.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0051_zps49cd3ee8.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0053_zps5e5bdb07.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0054_zps7cc1c694.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0058_zps91f71934.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 14, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 14, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
and one more
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0059_zpsa2cbb4c7.jpg)
(http://i358.photobucket.com/albums/oo22/talkingcabbage/IMAG0059_zpsa2cbb4c7.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 14, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 14, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Very nice indeed should make some one very happy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: SportHunter on April 14, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
Post by: SportHunter on April 14, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
Congrats on the great bow Soy! Nice looking bird dog as well.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 14, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 14, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
looks great joe!! will be watching my mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on April 14, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: red hill on April 14, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Congrats on the awesome bows, guys! :clapper:
Still working on mine slowly but surely. Not quite ready for the tiller tree yet but close.
Breaking three bows last year has made me a little gun shy...
Still working on mine slowly but surely. Not quite ready for the tiller tree yet but close.
Breaking three bows last year has made me a little gun shy...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 14, 2014, 11:39:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 14, 2014, 11:39:00 PM
I got a great gift in the mail today. D sent me parts and fire hose for free to help get my form ready to use. :clapper:
I am getting there slowly but surely. I hope I don't disappoint my recipient or D! :)
I am getting there slowly but surely. I hope I don't disappoint my recipient or D! :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 15, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on April 15, 2014, 12:08:00 AM
Way to go boys ! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 15, 2014, 02:53:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 15, 2014, 02:53:00 AM
Very nice, Joe..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 15, 2014, 02:54:00 AM
Post by: soy on April 15, 2014, 02:54:00 AM
That is sweet as they get tc someone is going to be stoked to get that one...I got a chance to shoot my trade bow ...going and received....the one I am working on is shooting good a bit stiff on the upper, as far as the one Kenny sent me....I live by the fact that the fantasy is more times better than reality....not in this case man this things a shooter , fast and hits where I point....2 years in a row a deadly accurate trade bow!!! A pic of the first 3 arrows and a pic of last years trade along side of this years....thanks guys!!!
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_230944_850.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140415_014435_770.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_230944_850.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140415_014435_770.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 15, 2014, 02:59:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 15, 2014, 02:59:00 AM
Now that's a group... :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 15, 2014, 03:11:00 AM
Post by: soy on April 15, 2014, 03:11:00 AM
put a protective coat on the handle and I am on target for weight , some tweaks to the tiller and we should be in businesses.,. if it turns out half as good as the one I got I will be stoked!!!
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140415_245156_491.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_240033_773.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140415_245156_491.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_240033_773.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 15, 2014, 03:23:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 15, 2014, 03:23:00 AM
I guess it's ok.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 15, 2014, 04:22:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 15, 2014, 04:22:00 AM
You're travelling well my boy! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on April 15, 2014, 07:36:00 AM
Post by: razorback on April 15, 2014, 07:36:00 AM
Joe you can't send it yet. I'm still on the page 112 list and we wouldn't want to break any rules by sending it to me early :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 15, 2014, 10:42:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 15, 2014, 10:42:00 AM
Don't worry Razorback. I've got a pm in to Kelly to let me know when to send. Wouldn't want you to get your bow too early anyway :) Or wait, maybe it was for Roy. . . or D? Or maybe Kenny? Wait, no, it was for jsweka? Dang, now I can't remember.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on April 15, 2014, 11:58:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on April 15, 2014, 11:58:00 AM
bows are looking great gentlemen
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 15, 2014, 12:17:00 PM
Post by: D on April 15, 2014, 12:17:00 PM
Your very welcome Scott. The hose wouldn't have been possible if Josh (goobersan) wouldn't have gave me some hose to begin with. This site is just awesome.
Cabbage that curve is sweet looking. I really like the braced profile. Great looking riser too.
Soy I really like the wood in that riser and the limbs. All the bows this year have been stinking awesome.
Cabbage that curve is sweet looking. I really like the braced profile. Great looking riser too.
Soy I really like the wood in that riser and the limbs. All the bows this year have been stinking awesome.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 15, 2014, 07:23:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 15, 2014, 07:23:00 PM
:thumbsup:
There sure are an awful lot of nice bows. You just can't say enough about the craftsmanship around here. I'm still slacking since it's lacrosse season and my hops need to be planted. Still debating if I want to cut this year's swap bow in half or get a couple under my belt first :dunno:
There sure are an awful lot of nice bows. You just can't say enough about the craftsmanship around here. I'm still slacking since it's lacrosse season and my hops need to be planted. Still debating if I want to cut this year's swap bow in half or get a couple under my belt first :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 15, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 15, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Lookin great guys!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on April 15, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: Walt Francis on April 15, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Soy, those are a couple of fine looking bows! Kenny I think you out did yourself this time. :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
However, I am a firm believer that, though the bow being shot plays an important part, good shooting is mostly the result of the person drawing the string.
However, I am a firm believer that, though the bow being shot plays an important part, good shooting is mostly the result of the person drawing the string.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 15, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 15, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Well congrats soy and those are two fine looking ready and about ready that is.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 15, 2014, 10:48:00 PM
Post by: D on April 15, 2014, 10:48:00 PM
Soy what finish did you use?? I really like the look of it.
I made a new string for mine tonight. Its 12 strand D-97 with padded loops. I'm not the best string maker. I keep getting a little cabeling when I do my second loop. What am I doing wrong string guys?? They shoot fine but just one of those things that aggravates me.
My bows short too 56.5 ttt.
I made a new string for mine tonight. Its 12 strand D-97 with padded loops. I'm not the best string maker. I keep getting a little cabeling when I do my second loop. What am I doing wrong string guys?? They shoot fine but just one of those things that aggravates me.
My bows short too 56.5 ttt.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 15, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 15, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
Hey D check out the string making tutorial at RMSGear. They're a sponsor here. They explain how to prevent cabling. after making your first loop you have to untwist each bundle, and then re-twist the same amount in the opposite direction so when you make your next loop the bundles un-twist. So when you are done making the loops and go to twist the bundles together they will blend together nicely. (Does that make sense)? Watch the video tutorial and it will!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 15, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 15, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
D I use tru oil tryd the spray this time
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on April 16, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on April 16, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Those glass bows are true eye candy...
You gentlemen are artists with the glass.
Kevinh
You gentlemen are artists with the glass.
Kevinh
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 16, 2014, 08:55:00 AM
Post by: D on April 16, 2014, 08:55:00 AM
Yea red that makes sense. Ill get on there and watch the video. Thanks for the help
Soy I didn't know they made tru oily in a spray. Im learning stuff all over the place today lol
Im setting in the doctor's office right now waiting to see what our baby is going to be.
Soy I didn't know they made tru oily in a spray. Im learning stuff all over the place today lol
Im setting in the doctor's office right now waiting to see what our baby is going to be.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on April 16, 2014, 09:02:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on April 16, 2014, 09:02:00 AM
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 16, 2014, 09:46:00 AM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 16, 2014, 09:46:00 AM
Hopefully it's a happy healthy Traditional Bowhunter!!!! Good luck!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 16, 2014, 10:21:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 16, 2014, 10:21:00 AM
Congrats D on little Roy... :laughing: :laughing: You know you want too.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 16, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 16, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by soy:Soy, that looks nice. The I-beam risers I just glued up look like that -- boo center, then cocobola then curly maple. Goes with walnut under clear glass. You've got me itching to get it all glued up now.
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140414_240033_773.jpg)
All in all, some serious eye candy to look at while on vacation. Thanks.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 16, 2014, 12:27:00 PM
Post by: D on April 16, 2014, 12:27:00 PM
Roy would be a dumb girls name.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on April 16, 2014, 02:33:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on April 16, 2014, 02:33:00 PM
Royberta.... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 16, 2014, 03:38:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 16, 2014, 03:38:00 PM
royetta?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 16, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 16, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
Roysalily?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on April 16, 2014, 05:25:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on April 16, 2014, 05:25:00 PM
Just letting everyone know I'm having to go into the hospital with my bow half finished. I'm having difficulties with hernias, shortness of breath and unimaginable pain. I'm still endeavoring to get it done in time.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on April 16, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: macbow on April 16, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Ed, wishing you relief and a quick recovery.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on April 16, 2014, 06:02:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on April 16, 2014, 06:02:00 PM
get well Ed. I will wait patiently ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 16, 2014, 06:20:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 16, 2014, 06:20:00 PM
wow hope you get better soon!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on April 16, 2014, 07:02:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on April 16, 2014, 07:02:00 PM
Congrats D! I have 3 girls, and they all out hunt and fish every boy their age! It's all good. Ed, hope you get better soon!!!
Ps. How about "Dee"?
Ps. How about "Dee"?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 16, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 16, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Congrats D... And Ed, hope all works out for you.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 16, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 16, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Finally my material showed up in the mail today. Everything I need to get hammering on plan B. When I looked at the invoice is when I truly missed Kenny M. His material was half the cost of this stuff and a tad better quality. I am not complaining about the material that came. It looks great but I do miss working with Kenny on material orders.
Crossing my fingers this one will work out this time or I'm screwed!!!!
I will post pictures of the progress tomorrow.
Crossing my fingers this one will work out this time or I'm screwed!!!!
I will post pictures of the progress tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on April 16, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on April 16, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Yes, I'll be fine. Turns out I have complications from the medications that I take, and that's why I had bloated so heavily-have meds to help that out so I can get some relief. I'll have to take it easy for a bit though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 16, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 16, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Take it easy Ed, the bow can wait just a bit.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on April 16, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on April 16, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Awesome bows....those glass guys are building some sweet ones. I did a rawhide glue up on one Friday night and unwrapped it Tuesday and everything looked great from what I can tell. The wind has been blistering here all week blasting dust and sand so haven't shot the Hackberry yet hope to shoot both this weekend. Ed if'n you building one for me don't worry about a thing....health first.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/ED04ACC5-82E9-49FE-8B0F-9DF6342844E9.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/ED04ACC5-82E9-49FE-8B0F-9DF6342844E9.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/01B22821-AE80-4A73-A32D-1F47B2964EF6.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/01B22821-AE80-4A73-A32D-1F47B2964EF6.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/345FB29A-A8BC-44AC-A97A-E2699C2C1638.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/345FB29A-A8BC-44AC-A97A-E2699C2C1638.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/0A6411F5-7A90-42DD-BA17-3B5E541A8E95.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/0A6411F5-7A90-42DD-BA17-3B5E541A8E95.jpg.html)
Forgot to add this Osage 64 NTN
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/ED04ACC5-82E9-49FE-8B0F-9DF6342844E9.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/ED04ACC5-82E9-49FE-8B0F-9DF6342844E9.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/01B22821-AE80-4A73-A32D-1F47B2964EF6.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/01B22821-AE80-4A73-A32D-1F47B2964EF6.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/345FB29A-A8BC-44AC-A97A-E2699C2C1638.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/345FB29A-A8BC-44AC-A97A-E2699C2C1638.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/0A6411F5-7A90-42DD-BA17-3B5E541A8E95.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/0A6411F5-7A90-42DD-BA17-3B5E541A8E95.jpg.html)
Forgot to add this Osage 64 NTN
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 16, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 16, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Olin, that rawhide looks real nice! I need to get back into the selfbow thing. I miss chasing rings sometimes :thumbsup:
Anyway, I think I'm gonna show off this bow another day or two (and shoot it a bit more) then ship it off on Friday or Saturday. Plus I'm working night the next couple so won't have any time to ship it out anyway. Good excuse, huh? :archer:
Anyway, I think I'm gonna show off this bow another day or two (and shoot it a bit more) then ship it off on Friday or Saturday. Plus I'm working night the next couple so won't have any time to ship it out anyway. Good excuse, huh? :archer:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 16, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 16, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Ed I pray for a speedy recovery.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 16, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: D on April 16, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Hope everything works out quickly for ya Ed. Take your time and get well. Like everyone else said that bow can wait. Wish ya the best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on April 16, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: red hill on April 16, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Yes indeed, Ed. Get well and don't fret over the bow!
Beautiful bows, boys! :clapper:
Beautiful bows, boys! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 17, 2014, 04:04:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 17, 2014, 04:04:00 AM
Very nice, Olin.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on April 17, 2014, 11:28:00 AM
Post by: razorback on April 17, 2014, 11:28:00 AM
D congratulations and you sure it isn't twins :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 17, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 17, 2014, 11:36:00 AM
Wishing you well Ed.
Texan that looks good, hope to see it bending soon.
Texan that looks good, hope to see it bending soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 17, 2014, 12:29:00 PM
Post by: D on April 17, 2014, 12:29:00 PM
Naw Tony no twins just one lonely girl in there kicking around
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Mike Mecredy on April 17, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
Post by: Mike Mecredy on April 17, 2014, 01:49:00 PM
This is the bow I'm sending to the name I drew in the swap. 61" long, 47# @ 28", charcoal silver tone dymond wood riser, elm limbs, black and white fiberglass. It's about the most unique one I've made. It was something I've been considering for about 4 years now and I decided to try it.
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f301/jillanmike/blackandwhite_zpsc8985c72.jpg) (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/jillanmike/media/blackandwhite_zpsc8985c72.jpg.html)
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f301/jillanmike/blackandwhite1_zpsac73eb0d.jpg) (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/jillanmike/media/blackandwhite1_zpsac73eb0d.jpg.html)
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f301/jillanmike/blackandwhite2_zps353f7fb8.jpg) (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/jillanmike/media/blackandwhite2_zps353f7fb8.jpg.html)
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f301/jillanmike/blackandwhite_zpsc8985c72.jpg) (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/jillanmike/media/blackandwhite_zpsc8985c72.jpg.html)
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f301/jillanmike/blackandwhite1_zpsac73eb0d.jpg) (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/jillanmike/media/blackandwhite1_zpsac73eb0d.jpg.html)
(http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f301/jillanmike/blackandwhite2_zps353f7fb8.jpg) (http://s50.photobucket.com/user/jillanmike/media/blackandwhite2_zps353f7fb8.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on April 17, 2014, 02:09:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on April 17, 2014, 02:09:00 PM
That's neat looking Mike. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on April 17, 2014, 02:09:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on April 17, 2014, 02:09:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by D::clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
Naw Tony no twins just one lonely girl in there kicking around
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 17, 2014, 02:32:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 17, 2014, 02:32:00 PM
I really like that Mike!
Never seen anything like that!
How did you get the glass like that? I assume you spliced it somehow but would be interested to know more.
Never seen anything like that!
How did you get the glass like that? I assume you spliced it somehow but would be interested to know more.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 17, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 17, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Nice Mike.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 17, 2014, 03:03:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 17, 2014, 03:03:00 PM
looks great mike. never seen anything like that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 17, 2014, 03:14:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 17, 2014, 03:14:00 PM
Nice looking bow Mike, quite unique.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on April 17, 2014, 08:52:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on April 17, 2014, 08:52:00 PM
Holy crap, Mike...that bow is fricken awesome!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 17, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on April 17, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Very distinctive Mike....I love it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on April 17, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 17, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Yyeeeaaahhhh........ it's ok
:notworthy:
:notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on April 17, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: red hill on April 17, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
D I missed the post about your new daughter! Congratulations, brother! Hope all goes well. I have sons and brothers, raising a girl would be tough around here.
Sweet bow, Mike.
Off for Good Friday tomorrow should have my trade bow on the tiller tree. May get another blank glued up as a precaution. :dunno:
Sweet bow, Mike.
Off for Good Friday tomorrow should have my trade bow on the tiller tree. May get another blank glued up as a precaution. :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 17, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 17, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Oh mike that is a an very interesting bow for sure. I think I screwed up mike sent you the wrong address. :) But I think that about all the bows I have seen.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on April 17, 2014, 11:38:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on April 17, 2014, 11:38:00 PM
Congrats D! And great job everyone! Mike, that one is a looker for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on April 18, 2014, 05:42:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on April 18, 2014, 05:42:00 AM
Sweet Mike! I`d also love to know how you did the splice... really awesome...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 18, 2014, 08:50:00 AM
Post by: D on April 18, 2014, 08:50:00 AM
Yea red its the same around here this will be the first girl that any of the family has had. Everything else has been boys
Mike that bow is pretty cool. Ive never seen one like that before. Its a cool idea
Mike that bow is pretty cool. Ive never seen one like that before. Its a cool idea
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Mike Mecredy on April 18, 2014, 06:56:00 PM
Post by: Mike Mecredy on April 18, 2014, 06:56:00 PM
I shipped it off today.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Razorbak on April 18, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: Razorbak on April 18, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
D send me specs and I will get a string out to you
awesome bows you guys are making...amazing talent in here..heck even you Roy :) a lot of you guys have raise the bar even higher...I got to come back more often and check this site out
awesome bows you guys are making...amazing talent in here..heck even you Roy :) a lot of you guys have raise the bar even higher...I got to come back more often and check this site out
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 18, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on April 18, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Slow progress but coming along. Someone decided I had a gall bladder I needed to have removed. Had to cut an inch off each limb to make weight. All osage and glass.
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow004_zpse99ffab7.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow004_zpse99ffab7.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow003_zps5cd1913c.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow003_zps5cd1913c.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow002_zps2ed9e492.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow002_zps2ed9e492.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow001_zpsd23f34bf.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow001_zpsd23f34bf.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow004_zpse99ffab7.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow004_zpse99ffab7.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow003_zps5cd1913c.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow003_zps5cd1913c.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow002_zps2ed9e492.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow002_zps2ed9e492.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow001_zpsd23f34bf.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow001_zpsd23f34bf.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 18, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 18, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Cool bow Mike Maybe headin' this way!?! I'll take that osage as well Al!!! Hope you recover quickly.
Hang in there Ed, don't sweat the bow.
Hang in there Ed, don't sweat the bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on April 18, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on April 18, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
Nice bows Al and Mike
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 18, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 18, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
I'm loving that Osage Al.
Is that a purpleheart stripe?
Overall very clean sleek design, simple but elegant.
Will look even more killer as the osage ages a bit.
Is that a purpleheart stripe?
Overall very clean sleek design, simple but elegant.
Will look even more killer as the osage ages a bit.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 19, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
Post by: Al Dean on April 19, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
Stripe in riser is red phenolic, red glasss in limb. Usually finish with spar varnish but it has ULV protection which might effect the nice aging of osage. So I am going to use epoxy for finish instead.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 19, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on April 19, 2014, 09:48:00 AM
Awesome bow Al...osage is my favorite!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 19, 2014, 10:07:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on April 19, 2014, 10:07:00 AM
It amazes me how you see the very fancy bow like mike's, Kenny's and many others and thank wow what a bow. then see a simple bow like AL's and think wow what a bow. Is there an ugly bow? There are some beat up bows some aged bows but ugly? I think not.
Whether she is dressed for the ball or the hunt, dress for formal dinning or home cooking they are all dressed for the kill!
Some great work. I had my son pull my stave around. I will get to ring chasing this weekend. It is along stave with one big knot. I may belly split it has some checks but I don't worry about them to much. I will get below them. I need to look at the rings a bit more and see where I want to chase to. This stave is about as straight as hedge gets. Some knots but not bad. I would say it is a C+ stave A staves being straight not knots. But it is hedge and I have not gotten the bark off. I might turn into on of the Gooses specials.
Whether she is dressed for the ball or the hunt, dress for formal dinning or home cooking they are all dressed for the kill!
Some great work. I had my son pull my stave around. I will get to ring chasing this weekend. It is along stave with one big knot. I may belly split it has some checks but I don't worry about them to much. I will get below them. I need to look at the rings a bit more and see where I want to chase to. This stave is about as straight as hedge gets. Some knots but not bad. I would say it is a C+ stave A staves being straight not knots. But it is hedge and I have not gotten the bark off. I might turn into on of the Gooses specials.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 19, 2014, 03:25:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 19, 2014, 03:25:00 PM
here is where i'm at; couple more coats of satin poly over a few glass blemishes, leather rest/pass, leather grip, and a new string. got a couple hundred shots on it and i'm going to have to have my wife take it to post office when the time comes. my 6th glass bow and my favorite. will have to make another just like it. pulling somewhere between 2@18 and 186@38. not as stand outish as most of the bows this year, but it'll hold it's own on the range and woods.
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/laminatebow011_zps18b5eefa.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/laminatebow011_zps18b5eefa.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/laminatebow011_zps18b5eefa.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/laminatebow011_zps18b5eefa.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Mike Mecredy on April 19, 2014, 05:03:00 PM
Post by: Mike Mecredy on April 19, 2014, 05:03:00 PM
"pulling somewhere between 2@18 and 186@38."
I'd be willing to put my wages that it's somewhere in the weight range. :laughing:
I'd be willing to put my wages that it's somewhere in the weight range. :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 19, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 19, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
pulling somewhere between 2@18 and 186@38.
Moosey-boy, just lay the bottle down and back away slowly.. :)
Moosey-boy, just lay the bottle down and back away slowly.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 19, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 19, 2014, 11:12:00 PM
:biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 20, 2014, 06:59:00 AM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 20, 2014, 06:59:00 AM
Moose, sounds like you got all the important stuff. I'd be proud to give it a home, looks fine to me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 20, 2014, 10:04:00 AM
Post by: D on April 20, 2014, 10:04:00 AM
How it preforms is way more important than how stand outish it is. With that being said I think it looks very stand outish. Just my opinion. Just the one I got from Roy. It looks like crap but it shoots really well...some things a person just has to look over I guess....lolol
Hey Al I used spar urethane in mine with a lot of osage in it and it still aged just fine. I used it cause I thought it would keep it from turning as fast but...nope..Didn't notive it much til I slid my quiver off which revealed a bright yellow stripe. Great looking bow
Hey Al I used spar urethane in mine with a lot of osage in it and it still aged just fine. I used it cause I thought it would keep it from turning as fast but...nope..Didn't notive it much til I slid my quiver off which revealed a bright yellow stripe. Great looking bow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 20, 2014, 10:18:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 20, 2014, 10:18:00 AM
Nuff outta you, BOY
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on April 20, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on April 20, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
Great looking bows guys.Got to get going on mine,got side tracked for a while.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 20, 2014, 07:43:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 20, 2014, 07:43:00 PM
Moose that is a great looking bow. I am sure ****** is going to love it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 21, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on April 21, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
Got her ready to shoot in. Changes in design, .002 taper on belly as opposed to a parallel lam stack, 17" riser for 64" bow as opposed to 16" riser for 64" bow. Weight right on, tiller right on. Now to see if it shoots decent.
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/005_zps5d2440ae.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/005_zps5d2440ae.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/002_zps891ce1be.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/002_zps891ce1be.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/003_zps9be2be45.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/003_zps9be2be45.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/005_zps5d2440ae.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/005_zps5d2440ae.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/002_zps891ce1be.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/002_zps891ce1be.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/003_zps9be2be45.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/003_zps9be2be45.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
Nice work, Al..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 21, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 21, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Looks great Al, and the shelf is on the correct side!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on April 21, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on April 21, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
Nice!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 21, 2014, 08:37:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 21, 2014, 08:37:00 PM
Sweet bows Moose and Al!!
Now Moose, full draw pics are required by the trad popo!! :thumbsup:
Now Moose, full draw pics are required by the trad popo!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Dats right Kenny.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 21, 2014, 09:11:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on April 21, 2014, 09:11:00 PM
Awesome Al...I really love that osage!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on April 21, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on April 21, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Lookin good guys.
Al, you can save the postage. I'll just swing by and grab er my next time through town.
Al, you can save the postage. I'll just swing by and grab er my next time through town.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Dang Al that looks great. I really like the shape of that one. Full draw looks spot on too. Well done
Got mine pretty well finished. The clear is dried up and I shot it some this afternoon. I'm really pleased with it. I'm still going to keep it for a little bit and shoot it some more. Here's a few pics
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0147.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0147.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0148.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0148.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0150.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0150.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0151.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0151.jpg.html)
Got mine pretty well finished. The clear is dried up and I shot it some this afternoon. I'm really pleased with it. I'm still going to keep it for a little bit and shoot it some more. Here's a few pics
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0147.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0147.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0148.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0148.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0150.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0150.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0151.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0151.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
The shelf material is just temporary black Velcro. Its going to get some bear hear and leather shelf plate. The leather gets scuffed up and I want it to look new when my recipient gets it so I'll switch them out after I get done being selfish and quit shooting it..lol Here's a few more.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0149.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0149.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0152.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0152.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0149.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0149.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0152.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0152.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
this is ten yard group
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0153.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0153.jpg.html)
20 yard group
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0154.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0154.jpg.html)
and my 30 yard group
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0155.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0155.jpg.html)
hahaha I couldn't resist the 30 yard joke. You all might not have thought it was as funny as I did. I also got my woodies done done that I built for the bow Roy sent me. First time I've dyed feathers with Koolaid.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0156.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0156.jpg.html)
Dang cell phone pics doesn't show much color.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0153.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0153.jpg.html)
20 yard group
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0154.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0154.jpg.html)
and my 30 yard group
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0155.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0155.jpg.html)
hahaha I couldn't resist the 30 yard joke. You all might not have thought it was as funny as I did. I also got my woodies done done that I built for the bow Roy sent me. First time I've dyed feathers with Koolaid.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0156.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0156.jpg.html)
Dang cell phone pics doesn't show much color.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 21, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on April 21, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
Really nice D.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 21, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on April 21, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
I thought your 30 Yard group was just the laugh I was in need of.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 21, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on April 21, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Looks sharp D!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:17:00 PM
Thanks Al. Crap I forgot the full draw pic. Better get it posted before some calls the trad popo. Even though I hate to put it up after yours Al. Mine doesn't look at good as yours.
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0143.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0143.jpg.html)
(http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg616/ipe20/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0143.jpg) (http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/ipe20/media/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0143.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Post by: D on April 21, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
And I got the ten and twenty yard pics backwards but I don't guess it really matters..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
ROFLMAO..... 30 yard group.. :)
Very nice bow and arrows, D Boy.. ^5
Very nice bow and arrows, D Boy.. ^5
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on April 21, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on April 21, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Mike, Moose,D and Al nice bows! Did a bit more tweaking and put about 3 dozen shots trough it Friday... No rain in 6 months but clouded up high winds and rain on Saturday so I added some mesquite tip overlays and made a new string tonight.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/F3E92388-9085-478B-8DD9-EC57642F101C.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/F3E92388-9085-478B-8DD9-EC57642F101C.jpg~originalhtml)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/E8FDBF5A-1092-40F9-8CBD-BBEC5DD821A8.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/E8FDBF5A-1092-40F9-8CBD-BBEC5DD821A8.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/F3E92388-9085-478B-8DD9-EC57642F101C.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/F3E92388-9085-478B-8DD9-EC57642F101C.jpg~originalhtml)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/E8FDBF5A-1092-40F9-8CBD-BBEC5DD821A8.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/E8FDBF5A-1092-40F9-8CBD-BBEC5DD821A8.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 22, 2014, 07:57:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on April 22, 2014, 07:57:00 AM
D, some nice arrows there. The bow's ok too...
Your thirty yard group looks better than mine. At that distance I usually forget which direction the target is in.
Your thirty yard group looks better than mine. At that distance I usually forget which direction the target is in.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on April 22, 2014, 09:02:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on April 22, 2014, 09:02:00 AM
yuppers, i would say pretty good shooting- at least out to twenty!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 22, 2014, 10:23:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 22, 2014, 10:23:00 AM
Nice work to everyone, Al love that design, D also very nice, Olin, very nice selfbow.
Everyone is really doing great work.
I've made some progress on the swap bow, I will post pics later today ... Still needs to be shot in more, but it's tillered and is looking pretty good .... still not sure if I'm happy with it. More shooting and I'll decide if it's back to the drawing board or not.
Everyone is really doing great work.
I've made some progress on the swap bow, I will post pics later today ... Still needs to be shot in more, but it's tillered and is looking pretty good .... still not sure if I'm happy with it. More shooting and I'll decide if it's back to the drawing board or not.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on April 22, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Post by: Crittergetter on April 22, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Dang D! Them arrows be sharp!! Bows look good to guys!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on April 22, 2014, 11:10:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on April 22, 2014, 11:10:00 AM
A real lot of progress here... but I wasn`t too lazy in between- got my riser roughed and inserts set now I hope to get my limbs right at first glue. Not that easy to transfor a 1pc design to 3pcs when there are only two of the 1pc are existent...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 22, 2014, 11:59:00 AM
Post by: D on April 22, 2014, 11:59:00 AM
Thanks for the nice words everybody. Its greatly appreciated.
Texan that looks great. Always in awe of you selfbow guys.
Texan that looks great. Always in awe of you selfbow guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 22, 2014, 06:02:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 22, 2014, 06:02:00 PM
As usual a good looking bunch of bows.
Nice work on the arrows too D!
I've done as much as I can on my form and now I am waiting for materials. I thought I had a pattern bit for my router but the two I had were too short. I'm waiting for the bit and also for bow materials from BigJim. I ordered enough material for two bows so hopefully one will be good enough for my swap bow.
Nice work on the arrows too D!
I've done as much as I can on my form and now I am waiting for materials. I thought I had a pattern bit for my router but the two I had were too short. I'm waiting for the bit and also for bow materials from BigJim. I ordered enough material for two bows so hopefully one will be good enough for my swap bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 22, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: D on April 22, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
hey Scott did those brackets work ok for ya??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 22, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 22, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
Just what I needed D. Thanks a lot.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on April 23, 2014, 12:09:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on April 23, 2014, 12:09:00 AM
You can use the shorter pattern bit.
Make the first pass using the template, then drop it down, and use the cut areas the new template line...does that make sense???!!!??
Make the first pass using the template, then drop it down, and use the cut areas the new template line...does that make sense???!!!??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on April 23, 2014, 03:41:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on April 23, 2014, 03:41:00 AM
Well my swap bow is finished and all wrapped up
Should go out in mail tomorrow if I get into town
Should go out in mail tomorrow if I get into town
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 23, 2014, 09:50:00 AM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 23, 2014, 09:50:00 AM
Definitely makes sense fujimo. But, then I wouldn't get to buy a new bit. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 23, 2014, 10:05:00 AM
Post by: D on April 23, 2014, 10:05:00 AM
Oh we get ya Scott. Just have to buy a new bit huh....wink wink Lolol. I did mine the drop down way. Glad the brackets worked for ya.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 23, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 23, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
Bow heading out today! With any luck, it'll be at ****$&$^%^($*'s house by friday!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on April 23, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
Post by: ranger 3 on April 23, 2014, 11:30:00 AM
Nice cabbage, I'll be watching the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 23, 2014, 02:01:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 23, 2014, 02:01:00 PM
C'mon mail lady!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on April 23, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
Post by: razorback on April 23, 2014, 03:43:00 PM
After a little hiatus to do spring break and start a new job, I'm back in the saddle and working on my hickory backed Ipe longbow. It is coming along nicely as I am taking it real slow with the tillering. So far it is bending quite nicely. I'm hoping to have it drawn to 20" by tonight and ready for putting a few arrows through it by the weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 23, 2014, 04:33:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 23, 2014, 04:33:00 PM
Finally got mine finished up, had a few problems with the finish clouding where I repaired the tip, had to strip it down and do it over. Looks good now. Have it all packed up, should hit the mail tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 23, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
Post by: D on April 23, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
Pics pics pics...lolol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 23, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 23, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
I finally got some time last weekend to do the shaping on my riser. It was kind of weird doing it for the wrong hand...but it is coming out nicely. Should finish it up this weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on April 23, 2014, 07:43:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on April 23, 2014, 07:43:00 PM
Pics for mine are on page 104.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on April 23, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on April 23, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
I'm unfortunately not exactly recovering as expected. However, I still can get some Danish oil on the wood tomorrow. After that it'll really just need wrapped the right way and it can be off.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 23, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 23, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by D:I convinced a fellow bench member that he needed some pattern bits to do what he wanted full thickness. Then I pointed out to him that he doesn't have his own router, so he should just leave them at my shop for safe keeping.
Oh we get ya Scott. Just have to buy a new bit huh....wink wink Lolol. I did mine the drop down way. Glad the brackets worked for ya.
:goldtooth:
Previously, I would use a flush trim bit on one sheet of plywood and a template. Then after screwing on the second sheet, I would use the first sheet as the pattern and just keep working my way out.
The new pattern bits work even better though...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 23, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 23, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Worked on getting my new riser ready for glue up. I have just minor tweaking that would bug me if I left it alone. I am puzzled with accent colors. I show back and white but I also have tan and didn't know which one to choose.
Here is a picture:
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/DC68ECBD-BAE1-49F7-9DC6-6A5869195507.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/DC68ECBD-BAE1-49F7-9DC6-6A5869195507.jpg.html)
I ordered brown glass but it is very dark and I am not happy with the color. Now I have to scramble to get a new color. Maybe back or light brown or a combination of the two..
Anyone have any extra Glass hanging around???
I plan on getting a move on this bow next week in between scouting for turkeys.
Thanks guys!!
Here is a picture:
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/DC68ECBD-BAE1-49F7-9DC6-6A5869195507.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/DC68ECBD-BAE1-49F7-9DC6-6A5869195507.jpg.html)
I ordered brown glass but it is very dark and I am not happy with the color. Now I have to scramble to get a new color. Maybe back or light brown or a combination of the two..
Anyone have any extra Glass hanging around???
I plan on getting a move on this bow next week in between scouting for turkeys.
Thanks guys!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on April 23, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on April 23, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Justin if you have some more white glass try out white, the dark brown or tan and white- see how that looks. The zebra/wedge is a nice combo.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 24, 2014, 09:07:00 AM
Post by: D on April 24, 2014, 09:07:00 AM
Canopy thats funny.
I dont have any glass laying around. I like the wood combo to. Especially the Wenge. I usually make my strips out of wood. Do you have any extra wood you could cut them out of? Just an idea
I dont have any glass laying around. I like the wood combo to. Especially the Wenge. I usually make my strips out of wood. Do you have any extra wood you could cut them out of? Just an idea
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on April 24, 2014, 11:41:00 AM
Post by: red hill on April 24, 2014, 11:41:00 AM
I finally had my trade bow on the tiller tree this past weekend. I still haven't but a short string on it yet and haven't been able to work on it during the week.
However, I think it will begin to come along faster now.
(I'm thinking of taking a "mental health day" to get more caught up!!! But probably won't. I hate to miss school for any reason.)
Justin, I like the color combo you have posted above.
Olin, your selfbow looks great!
However, I think it will begin to come along faster now.
(I'm thinking of taking a "mental health day" to get more caught up!!! But probably won't. I hate to miss school for any reason.)
Justin, I like the color combo you have posted above.
Olin, your selfbow looks great!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 25, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 25, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
What? No updates or yammerin' for more than 24 hours?
BTW, came home late last night. Apparently I missed the long tube that showed up yesterday (and my wife forgot to mention it.) As if Fridays aren't hard enough as the minutes slowly tick away...
BTW, came home late last night. Apparently I missed the long tube that showed up yesterday (and my wife forgot to mention it.) As if Fridays aren't hard enough as the minutes slowly tick away...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 25, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 25, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
LOL..............
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 25, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 25, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Bow has been delivered as of 11 am today! Check your porch everyone!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on April 25, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on April 25, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Well it wasn't me....BOOO!
At least I still have the excitement of looking forward to a new bow!!
At least I still have the excitement of looking forward to a new bow!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 25, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 25, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
I came home to a package on the porch today but it was materials to build a bow, not a finished bow. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 25, 2014, 09:49:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 25, 2014, 09:49:00 PM
Well, the tube had a bow in it.
And the rain let up before dark.
So I got to shoot it.
It was awesome.
But it wasn't my swap bow, so I'll stop talking 'bout it and boring y'all.
And the rain let up before dark.
So I got to shoot it.
It was awesome.
But it wasn't my swap bow, so I'll stop talking 'bout it and boring y'all.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 25, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 25, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Maybe the lucky guy is too busy shooting to chime in? At least, I hope so!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 25, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: D on April 25, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Oh I bet someone is happy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 26, 2014, 04:41:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 26, 2014, 04:41:00 PM
OK! Well here are some pics of the swap bow. Braced, Drawn to 30" and unbraced.
Bamboo-walnut-ipe with flame birch riser, stained.
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-43.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-43.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/image-1.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image-1.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-44.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-44.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-45.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-45.jpg.html)
Also had the chance to shoot the bow a bit, and chronograph the speed.
So the bow is currently at 45# @ 29" and threw a 493gr arrow @ 177fps and a 400gr arrow at 188fps. So to my recipient .... much better preformance with heavier arrow as you'd suspect.
I'm overall pretty happy with this performance and the way the bow shot. For 11gpp I think this is fairly efficient.
Bamboo-walnut-ipe with flame birch riser, stained.
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-43.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-43.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/image-1.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image-1.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-44.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-44.jpg.html)
(http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc450/Benjaminklein/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-45.jpg) (http://s1212.photobucket.com/user/Benjaminklein/media/Mobile%20Uploads/photo-45.jpg.html)
Also had the chance to shoot the bow a bit, and chronograph the speed.
So the bow is currently at 45# @ 29" and threw a 493gr arrow @ 177fps and a 400gr arrow at 188fps. So to my recipient .... much better preformance with heavier arrow as you'd suspect.
I'm overall pretty happy with this performance and the way the bow shot. For 11gpp I think this is fairly efficient.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 26, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on April 26, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Not bad for a wood bow! 29" is perfect, when r u gonna drop it off?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 26, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 26, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
hahahaha! hopefully we can meet up so you can shoot this thing before I send it off. You'll really like this one. You're gonna end up borrowing the form to make one if you try it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 26, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on April 26, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Nice bow Ben. When will it be here?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 26, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 26, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
All I can say is it's not going east ..... much. lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 26, 2014, 07:32:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 26, 2014, 07:32:00 PM
Hmm. Still no word from Mr. *!&#^/'*? Hope that bow isn't sitting on someone's porch in the rain.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on April 26, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on April 26, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Oh Ben thats perfect! 45@29... and im not "much" east lol! thats faster than any bow ive made im pretty sure... not that i got a chronograph... but i did shoot a bow through one once... so i know exactly what 129 fps looks like :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 26, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
Post by: D on April 26, 2014, 08:29:00 PM
Dang thats really sweet. I like the braced shape. Shoots pretty quick to.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 26, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 26, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
looks great ben.
didn't like the finish on mine, so 400 grit sanded and got a couple new coats of spray on poly on it now. should be finished up by end of weekend.
then on to matching hill style for my son and i, his will be 56"-58"? maybe 25@24. he draws to 20@19 now.
didn't like the finish on mine, so 400 grit sanded and got a couple new coats of spray on poly on it now. should be finished up by end of weekend.
then on to matching hill style for my son and i, his will be 56"-58"? maybe 25@24. he draws to 20@19 now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on April 26, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: red hill on April 26, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Sweet bow, Ben.
Had a funeral this morning and work this afternoon. Birthday party for my youngest son tomorrow. Maybe later in the day I'll get to work on the bow!?
Why can't life work out the way we want?
Oh, and no, there was no bow delivered here today. :confused:
Had a funeral this morning and work this afternoon. Birthday party for my youngest son tomorrow. Maybe later in the day I'll get to work on the bow!?
Why can't life work out the way we want?
Oh, and no, there was no bow delivered here today. :confused:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on April 26, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on April 26, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
Ben...
..........That one makes me drool..
:thumbsup:
..how long and wide is she?
..........That one makes me drool..
:thumbsup:
..how long and wide is she?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 27, 2014, 01:05:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 27, 2014, 01:05:00 AM
Nice bow and darn quick too! Well done!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on April 27, 2014, 08:17:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on April 27, 2014, 08:17:00 AM
That looks sweet, Ben. I sure like the way you add that thick powerlan that puts the core lams down the middle of the riser.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 27, 2014, 08:51:00 AM
Post by: kennym on April 27, 2014, 08:51:00 AM
Nice one Ben!
Joe I got to fondle that bow, Mr. *** *** **** ** hasn't been home much. Its all safe and a real nice one. Love that sycamore! But not sure what belly veneer is? Help me out?
Joe I got to fondle that bow, Mr. *** *** **** ** hasn't been home much. Its all safe and a real nice one. Love that sycamore! But not sure what belly veneer is? Help me out?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 27, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 27, 2014, 09:28:00 AM
It just some funny grained plain sawn hickory that I thought looked nice. Man I feel so self conscious now knowing you've seen my work!
Well at least I know he got it all right. I didnt know you were that close. I'm going to be passing through your areas at the end of june. Going to some friend's land in southern AR for a hog hunt. Right on the Quachita (sp?) River. Should be a good time! Maybe I'll swing by and pick up some more glass on the way back through :-)
Well at least I know he got it all right. I didnt know you were that close. I'm going to be passing through your areas at the end of june. Going to some friend's land in southern AR for a hog hunt. Right on the Quachita (sp?) River. Should be a good time! Maybe I'll swing by and pick up some more glass on the way back through :-)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 02:06:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 02:06:00 PM
Joe and TG, sorry to keep everyone wondering.
Got this beauty in the mail Friday afternoon!!
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_112028.jpg)[/URL
Made by Joe Todey aka talkingcabbage. I love the way it looks and feels. I haven\\'t got to shoot it yet. I left the house Friday afternoon to go to Kenny\\'s place for a lam making lesson and to raid his wood pile.
Here are a couple more pics. I can\\'t wait to shoot it. Thanks again Joe. Great job!!! :notworthy: :notworthy
[URL=http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_112244.jpg.html] (http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_112244.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_112028.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_112218.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_112218.jpg.html)
Got this beauty in the mail Friday afternoon!!
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_112028.jpg)[/URL
Made by Joe Todey aka talkingcabbage. I love the way it looks and feels. I haven\\'t got to shoot it yet. I left the house Friday afternoon to go to Kenny\\'s place for a lam making lesson and to raid his wood pile.
Here are a couple more pics. I can\\'t wait to shoot it. Thanks again Joe. Great job!!! :notworthy: :notworthy
[URL=http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_112244.jpg.html] (http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_112244.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_112028.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_112218.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_112218.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 02:12:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 02:12:00 PM
Joe, I'm not very close to Kenny's place. I'm about 8 hours away. I'm in northeast Arkansas. Where you going hog huntin?
I have started my trade bow but don't have any pics yet. Working on getting the riser glue up ready.
I have started my trade bow but don't have any pics yet. Working on getting the riser glue up ready.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 27, 2014, 02:36:00 PM
Post by: D on April 27, 2014, 02:36:00 PM
Got to raid Kennys wood pile?? Lucky dog. That sure is a good looking curve. Looks good all the way around
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 27, 2014, 02:48:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 27, 2014, 02:48:00 PM
Yeah, David bout got all the good stuff, I may have to find some when I decide to build somethin....... :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:01:00 PM
Boy did I ever get some good stuff!! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
I was smiling and dreaming all the way home.
Kenny, I think I left a few (hundred) good boards to choose from.
I was smiling and dreaming all the way home.
Kenny, I think I left a few (hundred) good boards to choose from.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 27, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 27, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
:D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Time to post some progress pics of my trade bow.
I am using black locust and walnut for the riser that I cut on my farm here in Paragould several years ago. Had to take the black locust down to board from back in the winter. Been drying in my hot box for a couple months.
I'm building a three piece recurve. Limbs are from some of the prettiest birdseye maple I've ever seen. Got it from Kenny's wood pile back in December while on a hunt in Linneus. Since all the wood is American I'm gonna call it "All American".
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140207_115410.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140207_115410.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140207_120630.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140207_120630.jpg.html)
I am using black locust and walnut for the riser that I cut on my farm here in Paragould several years ago. Had to take the black locust down to board from back in the winter. Been drying in my hot box for a couple months.
I'm building a three piece recurve. Limbs are from some of the prettiest birdseye maple I've ever seen. Got it from Kenny's wood pile back in December while on a hunt in Linneus. Since all the wood is American I'm gonna call it "All American".
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140207_115410.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140207_115410.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140207_120630.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140207_120630.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
After several passes through the drum sander the two are ready to shape up into a riser. I glue the two boards together with a heavy piece of paper separating them. I am going to use the template to cut out my flare so both pieces fit together better.
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_134654.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_134654.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_134831.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_134831.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140427_134943.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140427_134943.jpg.html)
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 27, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
Here is a pic of the birdseye maple. The pics don't do it justice!
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 27, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 27, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
David a buddy has some family down around El Dorado and they've got some land overrun with hogs. We're gonna try to help them out ;-)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 27, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on April 27, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
That is some awesome looking birdseye by the way. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on April 27, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on April 27, 2014, 05:22:00 PM
I just got caught up here after a week down in Ohio chasing turkeys with my friends. There sure was a lot of reading to do! I glued up an all (except for the power lam) bamboo tri-lam before I left last week and I removed the clamps this morning. Got it cut to shape and bending on the tree and it's looking ok so far. (knock wood).
I'm taking a break right now, but I'll get back to it after dinner. It would be nice to shoot some arrows through it tonight if I can. I'm still a little tuckered out.
Funny how we go on a holiday and end up waking up an hour and a half earlier than for work each day , run around all day and get to sleep late , and still call it "restful". :confused: :archer:
I love turkey hunting. Probably more than any other hunting that I do.
Dave.
P.S. the quality of the bows being built here just continues to blow my mind. If my offering is even a shadow of the bows I've seen, I'll be pleased.
Dave.
I'm taking a break right now, but I'll get back to it after dinner. It would be nice to shoot some arrows through it tonight if I can. I'm still a little tuckered out.
Funny how we go on a holiday and end up waking up an hour and a half earlier than for work each day , run around all day and get to sleep late , and still call it "restful". :confused: :archer:
I love turkey hunting. Probably more than any other hunting that I do.
Dave.
P.S. the quality of the bows being built here just continues to blow my mind. If my offering is even a shadow of the bows I've seen, I'll be pleased.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 27, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: D on April 27, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Holy birdseye batman. That looks great
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on April 27, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: red hill on April 27, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
David, looks like you're off to a good start!
Joe, your buddy is correct! We have way too many hogs running around down here. But most of them are nocturnal where I hunt.
Joe, your buddy is correct! We have way too many hogs running around down here. But most of them are nocturnal where I hunt.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kiwi craig on April 28, 2014, 06:55:00 AM
Post by: Kiwi craig on April 28, 2014, 06:55:00 AM
Got home tonight and found a long cardboard box in the lounge. Inside was a very cool black and white creation from Mike at Mad dog Archery thanks Mike for the most striking and unusual looking bow I think I have ever seen. I got to take a few shots with it before it got dark and it doesn't shoot or feel like any longbow I have shoot before very fast and very smooth . Thanks again Mike for a very very cool bow.
Cheers Craig
Cheers Craig
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 28, 2014, 08:42:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on April 28, 2014, 08:42:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by D:X2
Holy birdseye batman. That looks great
Stan, if you need a hand down there I'm cool with shooting at night lol.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on April 28, 2014, 03:06:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on April 28, 2014, 03:06:00 PM
Well I can stop watching the mail, look what I got.
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0172_zpsfa99683a.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0172_zpsfa99683a.jpg.html)
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0172_zpsfa99683a.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0172_zpsfa99683a.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 28, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 28, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
ranger, dude, you can't leave us hanging like that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on April 28, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on April 28, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by timbermoose:I know!!! Totally uncool man. Lets see some pics.
ranger, dude, you can't leave us hanging like that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 28, 2014, 04:25:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 28, 2014, 04:25:00 PM
LOL, he is out shooting it guys.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: ranger 3 on April 28, 2014, 04:28:00 PM
Post by: ranger 3 on April 28, 2014, 04:28:00 PM
OK OK OK Here it is and a BIG Thank you you Dan Landis for a very nice bow that shoots as good as it looks, and to make it even better it's a take down, thanks again Dan.
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0174_zpsfcae7fba.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0174_zpsfcae7fba.jpg.html)
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0173_zpsdc552fab.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0173_zpsdc552fab.jpg.html)
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(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0174_zpsfcae7fba.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0174_zpsfcae7fba.jpg.html)
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0173_zpsdc552fab.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0173_zpsdc552fab.jpg.html)
(http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm216/ranger500us/IMAG0175_zps89bab9ac.jpg) (http://s297.photobucket.com/user/ranger500us/media/IMAG0175_zps89bab9ac.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 28, 2014, 05:06:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 28, 2014, 05:06:00 PM
Congrats Ranger!!
Dan, that is one good looking bow. Love me some copperhead! :thumbsup:
Dan, that is one good looking bow. Love me some copperhead! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 28, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 28, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Sweet...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on April 28, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on April 28, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Dan, went back and looked at the build. I see the skins are rattler. Man, sure is colored up very well. I thought it was copperhead. Great looking bow.
Had a few extra minutes at lunch today. Got the flare cut in my riser blocks. Maybe glue them up tomorrow.
It rained over 4 inches at my place yesterday and last night so I still have not been able to shoot my new curve Joe made me. :mad: :mad:
Had a few extra minutes at lunch today. Got the flare cut in my riser blocks. Maybe glue them up tomorrow.
It rained over 4 inches at my place yesterday and last night so I still have not been able to shoot my new curve Joe made me. :mad: :mad:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 28, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 28, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
great looking bow , nice one!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 28, 2014, 06:38:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on April 28, 2014, 06:38:00 PM
Congrats ranger...great looking bow!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 28, 2014, 06:58:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 28, 2014, 06:58:00 PM
Awesome bow.... My riser has been glued up today... Just cooling now!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 28, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on April 28, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Well, I believe I am ready to ship. Bow is 10-15# to heavy for me to shoot much more. As far as I am concerned the bow came together near perfect on tiller and nock point and it shoots very smooth and fast in my lowly opinion. Hope ******* enjoys it and gets much use out of it. Here are final pictures.
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3001_zps7d47b698.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3001_zps7d47b698.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3002_zpsd6599915.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3002_zpsd6599915.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3003_zps576174d6.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3003_zps576174d6.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3004_zpsba72ba71.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3004_zpsba72ba71.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3005_zps61d792e6.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3005_zps61d792e6.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3006_zps3544f4d4.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3006_zps3544f4d4.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3007_zps2f8faf2e.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3007_zps2f8faf2e.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3008_zps652d01a1.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3008_zps652d01a1.jpg.html)
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(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3002_zpsd6599915.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3002_zpsd6599915.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3003_zps576174d6.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3003_zps576174d6.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3004_zpsba72ba71.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3004_zpsba72ba71.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3005_zps61d792e6.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3005_zps61d792e6.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3006_zps3544f4d4.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3006_zps3544f4d4.jpg.html)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3007_zps2f8faf2e.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3007_zps2f8faf2e.jpg.html)
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 28, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on April 28, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
One of the tips.
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(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg175/aldean_photos/osagebow3009_zps04e7dec8.jpg) (http://s248.photobucket.com/user/aldean_photos/media/osagebow3009_zps04e7dec8.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on April 28, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on April 28, 2014, 08:01:00 PM
Lots of eye candy here. Nice work!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 28, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 28, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
looks great al! send her out, i'll be watching the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 28, 2014, 09:09:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on April 28, 2014, 09:09:00 PM
That osage is awesome Al...hopefully it will show up on my porch in a few days.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 28, 2014, 09:27:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 28, 2014, 09:27:00 PM
Ok I had family in for my sister in-law's wedding so I was out for a bit. I have 7 pages to go through. I will get caught up. I am tracking 4 in the mail by PMs but I imagian 2 are received. Ok off to find out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 28, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 28, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
another great looking bow!?Sure got some great bows coming out this year!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on April 28, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on April 28, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
Some lucky guys with nice bows.... Can't beat that! I got a 3rd coat of Tung oil on mine tonight, think I'll put a few more on and shoot the heck out of it then spray some poly on it and see if I can send it off.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 28, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 28, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Well I got caught up. I am tracking 3 in the mail and 12 bow received total this year.
I have a hickory backed hickory I am going to start tillering. I need to scrap from the back for the belly is thin.
It was a self bow but blew and came apart like a lam bow. So I shaved it down and glued a hickory backing strip off. I will try and get pics up.
I have a hickory backed hickory I am going to start tillering. I need to scrap from the back for the belly is thin.
It was a self bow but blew and came apart like a lam bow. So I shaved it down and glued a hickory backing strip off. I will try and get pics up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 28, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: D on April 28, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Wow great looking bow Ranger, congrats. Those skins look freaking sweet.
Al that's a great looking bow. Love the Osage. Ship her out. I'm sure ***** can't wait to get it.
Al that's a great looking bow. Love the Osage. Ship her out. I'm sure ***** can't wait to get it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 29, 2014, 01:55:00 AM
Post by: soy on April 29, 2014, 01:55:00 AM
Nice bows guys!!!! I decided to break out the last of my Aussie timbers for the overlay on the back what you all think???
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140429_244939_598.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140429_244939_598.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on April 29, 2014, 03:08:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on April 29, 2014, 03:08:00 AM
i bought some very nice veneers couple days ago. so i am on my trad swap again...
best.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 29, 2014, 06:51:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on April 29, 2014, 06:51:00 AM
Very nice Soy!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 29, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
Post by: D on April 29, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
I like it soy. I like the grain in it
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 29, 2014, 09:09:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 29, 2014, 09:09:00 AM
I got one just like it, Soy.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on April 29, 2014, 10:17:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on April 29, 2014, 10:17:00 AM
Now that is nice looking wood...really looks nice next to the black glass.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 29, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on April 29, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
Well between working, scouting for turkey's, working out, and spending time with my girlfriend I finally was able to glue up the riser for plan b... Just now waiting on some glass from Kenny and then I will be on a roll
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/E3479768-93C7-4573-8FB2-7478B73CAA12.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/E3479768-93C7-4573-8FB2-7478B73CAA12.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/E3479768-93C7-4573-8FB2-7478B73CAA12.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/E3479768-93C7-4573-8FB2-7478B73CAA12.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on April 29, 2014, 02:37:00 PM
Post by: soy on April 29, 2014, 02:37:00 PM
Nice!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on April 29, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on April 29, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
sanded my trade bow down again. just cant get the finish as nice as i want. got another new coat on curing now, maybe 2 more then i MIGHT be happy with it. eventually.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on April 29, 2014, 06:19:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on April 29, 2014, 06:19:00 PM
Nice wood Soy.That zebra and Wenge looks deadly too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on April 29, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on April 29, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Awesome wood choices fellas
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 29, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on April 29, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
I just need to scale my bow, write on the details and finish the spray finish.
Soy, I love that hairy oak from down under. I need to work a trade for some!
Soy, I love that hairy oak from down under. I need to work a trade for some!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on April 29, 2014, 07:57:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 29, 2014, 07:57:00 PM
Lookin good guys!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on April 29, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on April 29, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
I put the tip overlays on my bow today and all it needs now is some final sanding and tweaking before finishing. I'm having one problem though. The suitcase scale I use to weigh my bows says 47# at my draw length, but my arm says much heavier. What do you guys use to weigh your bows?
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on April 30, 2014, 12:16:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on April 30, 2014, 12:16:00 AM
I use a Hanson #100 scale on a drawboard for weighing my bows. I would like to upgrade to a digital scale someday...those little lines get harder to read as time goes by...lol!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on April 30, 2014, 07:08:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on April 30, 2014, 07:08:00 AM
I have a digital scale, but pushing down on a bathroom scale with a tiller stick has worked well too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on April 30, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: Al Dean on April 30, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Trade bow in the mail. Should be to ******* in a week or so.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on April 30, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: D on April 30, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
I'll probably have mine shipped out in the beginning of next week. Its going with me to a shoot this weekend..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 02, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 02, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Gotta touch up my limb forms and full form this weekend and I will be ready for glue ups. I have decided on a hard maple molly for my backup, if the take down doesn't turn out right.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on May 02, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on May 02, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
Got my riser and one limb glued up last night. Hopefully get the other limb tonight. Maybe get some pics tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on May 02, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on May 02, 2014, 05:14:00 PM
Got this thing about halfway done, gonna check the tips (some questions there) and I think I'm gonna have to rawhide back it. Cable would work, but the stupid dog (her name is Little Stupid, seriously) ate my roll of cabling and the test bow firing ended up with a mild concussion and a cut above my eye.
The bow should go out hopefully in the next two weeks. I finally lost about twenty pounds of fluid and got back up and doing. Incidentally, my last working wood bow gave out, so all I have is a piece of plastic. Gonna have to remedy that soon.
The bow should go out hopefully in the next two weeks. I finally lost about twenty pounds of fluid and got back up and doing. Incidentally, my last working wood bow gave out, so all I have is a piece of plastic. Gonna have to remedy that soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 03, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 03, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Just shipped out my swap bow this morning....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 03, 2014, 12:52:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 03, 2014, 12:52:00 PM
Here are a couple pics of the bow that is in the mail...
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/018007c44822c3b4e692bc5237b25f83.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/f4499df84713abad238bd2e9419e5fe4.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/1e12be153cb3e5f37acd1a510eb265ad.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/cd97423fbc8cd4b309e5f04b4ce421f4.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/018007c44822c3b4e692bc5237b25f83.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/f4499df84713abad238bd2e9419e5fe4.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/Bow%20Making/1e12be153cb3e5f37acd1a510eb265ad.jpg)
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Kopper1013 on May 03, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Post by: Kopper1013 on May 03, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
That is a beautiful bow cunruhshoot, to bad it's not coming to my house haha
wondering how long and thick is your riser? Really like the way it looks and would like to get something like that going on my bench
wondering how long and thick is your riser? Really like the way it looks and would like to get something like that going on my bench
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 03, 2014, 02:27:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 03, 2014, 02:27:00 PM
Kopper1013 - My riser block that I begin with is 1.5 wide and 2.0 deep. When I get down to the shaping of the riser I just keep working with it until it looks a feels right. This particular riser grip is one of my favorite styles and feel. I am hoping it will be just right for my recipient.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 03, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 03, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Boy you guys sure know how to put the pressure on. Some beautiful stuff coming down the pike. Kinda hard for us old, run of the mill, bow makers to compete with. I sure hope one of the 4 I am working on turn out good enough for my recipient to not be too disappointed!! Decided on bamboo for the tri-lam back and will glue it up tonight. Got the molly all roughed out and should be ready to start tillering tomorrow. The take-down is on hold till I get the other two finished. The 4th one is a secret. If I have time I will get it done, but don't want to take a chance on not finishing on schedule.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on May 03, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on May 03, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
Nice looking bow Cameron.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 03, 2014, 07:44:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 03, 2014, 07:44:00 PM
Nice Cameron..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 03, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: D on May 03, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Very nice Cameron. Love the limbs
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on May 04, 2014, 02:05:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on May 04, 2014, 02:05:00 AM
that is a very nice looking bow, I'm sure the recipient will be stoked!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on May 04, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on May 04, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
I'm within sight of the finish line, just the gold leaf, a little polishing, and the rest of the stingray grip to complete and she should be good. I have an issue though. See, I can make strings for my bows-Asian recurves with tied in string loops, often on something that relies on string bridges for snap-but I can't make one for this. I tried one of mine-I didn't enjoy the bloody lip. I have a temp nylon string on it-I can shoot it, and it's repeatable and solid (a little wide for my taste but remember what I shoot) but my recipient deserves better than this. I have money to buy, not looking for a handout, but this one is pretty unique and deserves something special.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 05, 2014, 07:49:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on May 05, 2014, 07:49:00 AM
Hey Ed how about a picture?
What are you looking for in terms of a string?
Length, material, color etc.?
What are you looking for in terms of a string?
Length, material, color etc.?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on May 05, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on May 05, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
When I finish errands for the day, I'll grab a nice set of in-depth pics. The bow is golden hickory, with quilted/burl maple tip overlays and walnut burl grip overlay, stingray skin arrow pass and side grips. Pulls around 54-55. I like it, personally. I'd shoot it. Especially since my last wood bow is gone.
I've got to add the gold leaf accents and the name and weight to the bow and I'm done. That'll take a night or two.
I've got to add the gold leaf accents and the name and weight to the bow and I'm done. That'll take a night or two.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 05, 2014, 12:13:00 PM
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 05, 2014, 12:13:00 PM
finally getting ready to spray mine, will post a pic or two between coats.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on May 05, 2014, 12:38:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on May 05, 2014, 12:38:00 PM
My second attempt, a HHB with flipped tips kicked my butt so now I'm on number 3. I couldn't keep the string lined up down the center of the bow. After the third attempt, after heavy tempering and straightening I'd get about 6 shots and the string was back out of alignment. I even brought it to the Tenn Classic to get help from folks that know, made the adjustment again and we were back where we started. This has been a frustrating ride so far but sometimes these things happen.
I ended up giving both the HHB and the persimmon away to friends at the Classic this weekend that knew what they were getting. Both bows shot well enough they were just not trade worthy.
This third bow will be osage and I know I can build a bow from that. Boy, you gotta love this wood bow building. d;^)
I ended up giving both the HHB and the persimmon away to friends at the Classic this weekend that knew what they were getting. Both bows shot well enough they were just not trade worthy.
This third bow will be osage and I know I can build a bow from that. Boy, you gotta love this wood bow building. d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 05, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 05, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Isn't that the fun of it Pat!?
Building a wood bow often feels like a chess match between the bowyer and the stave.
Building a wood bow often feels like a chess match between the bowyer and the stave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on May 05, 2014, 04:29:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on May 05, 2014, 04:29:00 PM
That is part of what has kept me at it for over 25 years, Ben. I guess it is powered by the ebb and flow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 05, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
Post by: D on May 05, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
Dang pat I wish I would have seen it at the classic. I seen you but seeing as how you have no idea who I am and you looked busy. I didn't come over and interrupt ya just to introduce myself
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on May 05, 2014, 06:10:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on May 05, 2014, 06:10:00 PM
You are the only one that didn't, D. I wish you had. I'd like to have met you. Look me u next year, same time, same place. d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 05, 2014, 06:33:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 05, 2014, 06:33:00 PM
Got my glass from good ol' Kenny today. I have black set and brown set. Need some thought as to what to use. The riser remember is zebra, wenge, and tan phenolic. I was thinking of doing a strip of brown and black with the brown on the back of the bow. The core is action boo natural color so it is light.
What do you guys think????
What do you guys think????
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 05, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 05, 2014, 10:11:00 PM
Awesome work folks. I will try and be better getting on over the next couple of weeks. until the weekend of the 18th my youngest graduates high school that weekend. I have family coming in also. Not that I have been building. I have moved a stave around front I want to chase a ring on and I have a hickory backed hickory I want to try first.
We are coming down to the wire for some.
Great work folks.
We are coming down to the wire for some.
Great work folks.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on May 05, 2014, 11:16:00 PM
Post by: talkingcabbage on May 05, 2014, 11:16:00 PM
Really nice work everyone! Technically I'm done for this year but I still love seeing the work ya'll do. I'm getting ideas for next year already!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 05, 2014, 11:20:00 PM
Post by: D on May 05, 2014, 11:20:00 PM
Well Pat I hate to interrupt a man while he's working and you looked busy so I just let ya be. I honestly figured I would just come back later and talk to ya, but I didn't get around to it. Your one of the few on here that I would recognize. I have mine ready to ship. Probably will be Saturday before I can get to the post office in time to get her down the road.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 06, 2014, 01:21:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 06, 2014, 01:21:00 PM
other than final scaling and writing the specs/name on her, my victims bow is done. ran into a problem with my pvc tube though. accidentally kinda sorta cut it into 12" sections and strapped it to the wall on my bench to hold arrows. not sure what i was thinking when i did that. i'll let the new owner show the full draw.
66" sumtin# @ about near there", brown glass, maple lams, walnut riser and tips.
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tradebow001_zpsfe68b22f.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tradebow001_zpsfe68b22f.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tradebow003_zps7f36a1d2.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tradebow003_zps7f36a1d2.jpg.html)
still need practice with sewing. buddy came by and looked at it and wants one for elk this year. me too.
66" sumtin# @ about near there", brown glass, maple lams, walnut riser and tips.
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tradebow001_zpsfe68b22f.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tradebow001_zpsfe68b22f.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tradebow003_zps7f36a1d2.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tradebow003_zps7f36a1d2.jpg.html)
still need practice with sewing. buddy came by and looked at it and wants one for elk this year. me too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 04:17:00 PM
Very nice Craig! Me likes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on May 06, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on May 06, 2014, 04:22:00 PM
liking the elegant simplicity of it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on May 06, 2014, 04:23:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on May 06, 2014, 04:23:00 PM
Sweet looking bow Moose, leather work and sewing look fine to me. I'd be more than happy to give it a home.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 06, 2014, 04:23:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 06, 2014, 04:23:00 PM
I guess it's ok Mooseyboy.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on May 06, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on May 06, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
elegant! Clean and very pleasing to the eye.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on May 06, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on May 06, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
Very nice! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 06, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 06, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
thanks all. bittersweet having to ship it out instead of keeping her.
i can't believe Roy said it was "ok". woohoo!
i can't believe Roy said it was "ok". woohoo!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 06, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 06, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
:bigsmyl: :wavey: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 06, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: D on May 06, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Don't blame ya for wanting to keep it. Looks great. Sewing looks fine to me to.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 06, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 06, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Hmm I am tracking 5 in the mail and I think 2 going out Saturday. We are getting a bit of traction.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 10:23:00 PM
Well ... disaster just struck ...
Was over at Canopyboy's place doing some shooting and some cutting lams.
Well he shot the swap bow about 10 times, and then the bottom tip literally sheared right off at full draw. It was insane.
After examining the break we decided it looked like a flaw in the horn and the ipe in basically the same spot.
I was considering piking th ebow to bring the weight up a bit so I guess this settles my decision.
Literally just the tip broke so I will pike each end by an inch or so, and retiller.
This time the overlays will be phenolic .... or something really hard where you can clearly see the grain. Also will build up th eoverlays a bit so theres some more material there.
These were not my thinnest tips by any measure so I think that natural material flaws were to blame.
Pics to come soon.
Was over at Canopyboy's place doing some shooting and some cutting lams.
Well he shot the swap bow about 10 times, and then the bottom tip literally sheared right off at full draw. It was insane.
After examining the break we decided it looked like a flaw in the horn and the ipe in basically the same spot.
I was considering piking th ebow to bring the weight up a bit so I guess this settles my decision.
Literally just the tip broke so I will pike each end by an inch or so, and retiller.
This time the overlays will be phenolic .... or something really hard where you can clearly see the grain. Also will build up th eoverlays a bit so theres some more material there.
These were not my thinnest tips by any measure so I think that natural material flaws were to blame.
Pics to come soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on May 06, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on May 06, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
I want to throw in my side of the story:
"OWWW!!!!"
"OWWW!!!!"
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
That's a real friend. Someone who will break your bow and not complain that it hurt like heck! LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 06, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 06, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Glad you are OK! That can take the fun out of both building and shooting in one quick second. Hopefully it is salvageable.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 11:17:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 06, 2014, 11:17:00 PM
Fortunately I believe it is salvageable. And yes, that does really put a damper on things. Just glad there were no serious injuries involved.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on May 07, 2014, 12:09:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on May 07, 2014, 12:09:00 AM
The wide, middle stave is what I bought at the Tenn. Classic for my 3rd attempt at my trade bow. I know I can make a bow from osage! :bigsmyl:
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TennesseeClassic002_zpsab3301e8.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TennesseeClassic002_zpsab3301e8.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2014TennesseeClassic002_zpsab3301e8.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/2014TennesseeClassic002_zpsab3301e8.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 07, 2014, 05:35:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 07, 2014, 05:35:00 AM
Glad ole Cantaloupe boy was not hurt.. Hope you can fix it up, Ben. Nice looking stave, Pat..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on May 07, 2014, 05:38:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on May 07, 2014, 05:38:00 AM
i have done some progress... here they are:
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-YNAPiKhFdHc/U2n7gp_7raI/AAAAAAAABf8/13dFlG-dhtw/w399-h532-no/20140507_120050.jpg)
here it after glass added... but actually it lost some transparency.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wOQviQpBkjM/U2n7nJkXQpI/AAAAAAAABgM/zd-8kOyiBsA/w399-h532-no/20140507_120057.jpg)
it was like this before... was beautiful veneer...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-c7DRAmQyeOQ/U2n7nAA5ORI/AAAAAAAABgI/zMuQQCJ4ZIk/w399-h532-no/20140507_120104.jpg)
side view
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-UBpN4vnE9ag/U2n7qc3mmVI/AAAAAAAABgU/ZXb75drivJI/w399-h532-no/20140507_120110.jpg)
work left:
other limp needs a glass
cut in half and make it take down
ship it.
best.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-YNAPiKhFdHc/U2n7gp_7raI/AAAAAAAABf8/13dFlG-dhtw/w399-h532-no/20140507_120050.jpg)
here it after glass added... but actually it lost some transparency.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-wOQviQpBkjM/U2n7nJkXQpI/AAAAAAAABgM/zd-8kOyiBsA/w399-h532-no/20140507_120057.jpg)
it was like this before... was beautiful veneer...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-c7DRAmQyeOQ/U2n7nAA5ORI/AAAAAAAABgI/zMuQQCJ4ZIk/w399-h532-no/20140507_120104.jpg)
side view
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-UBpN4vnE9ag/U2n7qc3mmVI/AAAAAAAABgU/ZXb75drivJI/w399-h532-no/20140507_120110.jpg)
work left:
other limp needs a glass
cut in half and make it take down
ship it.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 07, 2014, 06:10:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 07, 2014, 06:10:00 AM
Looking nice, Ink..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 07, 2014, 09:53:00 AM
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 07, 2014, 09:53:00 AM
Well finally getting close, first few coats on, writing done, need a few more coats sprayed, and several more arrows through it. Pics not he best but here it is.
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140507_091959520_zpsc3338473.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140507_091959520_zpsc3338473.jpg.html)
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140507_092028128_zpsf8d9a6d8.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140507_092028128_zpsf8d9a6d8.jpg.html)
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140507_092112873_zps112cccc9.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140507_092112873_zps112cccc9.jpg.html)
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140507_091959520_zpsc3338473.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140507_091959520_zpsc3338473.jpg.html)
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140507_092028128_zpsf8d9a6d8.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140507_092028128_zpsf8d9a6d8.jpg.html)
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140507_092112873_zps112cccc9.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140507_092112873_zps112cccc9.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on May 07, 2014, 12:08:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on May 07, 2014, 12:08:00 PM
Looking good Hill! You too Ink.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 07, 2014, 12:38:00 PM
Post by: D on May 07, 2014, 12:38:00 PM
Great looking stuff everybody.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 07, 2014, 02:01:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 07, 2014, 02:01:00 PM
Looks like you are getting into boomerang building with that one stave Pat. That wide one sure does look good, what design are you going to do.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on May 07, 2014, 04:02:00 PM
Post by: Buemaker on May 07, 2014, 04:02:00 PM
Ink are you using glassfiber cloth ? Bue--.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 07, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 07, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
fine looking bow Hill, like the grip.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on May 08, 2014, 06:39:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on May 08, 2014, 06:39:00 AM
re: buemaker
i am using fiberglass and epoxy. but i think my epoxy is out of date. so this is the reason of loosing transperancy.
i took the fiber glass off now sanding the remainder and re apply the glass. i bought new epoxy.
hopefully this time it is gonna be full transperant.
best.
i am using fiberglass and epoxy. but i think my epoxy is out of date. so this is the reason of loosing transperancy.
i took the fiber glass off now sanding the remainder and re apply the glass. i bought new epoxy.
hopefully this time it is gonna be full transperant.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 08, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 08, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Hill and ink nice work.
Pat be careful looks like a snake was crawling around your wood pile. :scared:
Pat be careful looks like a snake was crawling around your wood pile. :scared:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 09, 2014, 07:33:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on May 09, 2014, 07:33:00 AM
Looking good everybody. I been kinda scarce lately... Busy with the chores of spring.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on May 09, 2014, 09:50:00 AM
Post by: Buemaker on May 09, 2014, 09:50:00 AM
Just finished my swap bow which goes to Roy. I have really made an effort to construct the most exquisite piece of art with perfect tiller.
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/16bb5254-95f5-4d80-b05f-5bf68a7daf6d_zps51a83e10.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/16bb5254-95f5-4d80-b05f-5bf68a7daf6d_zps51a83e10.jpg.html)
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/4c6c29d4-eb5b-4bae-9d5a-386ea7ebbe31_zpsd4f4487b.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/4c6c29d4-eb5b-4bae-9d5a-386ea7ebbe31_zpsd4f4487b.jpg.html)
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/imagejpg3_zpsa9d82797.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/imagejpg3_zpsa9d82797.jpg.html)
And last the beautiful tip work.
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/imagejpg4_zps0069b4e4.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/imagejpg4_zps0069b4e4.jpg.html)
Some detail.
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/imagejpg1_zps0d66499e.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/imagejpg1_zps0d66499e.jpg.html)
Greetings from the hatchet man, Bue--. :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/16bb5254-95f5-4d80-b05f-5bf68a7daf6d_zps51a83e10.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/16bb5254-95f5-4d80-b05f-5bf68a7daf6d_zps51a83e10.jpg.html)
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/4c6c29d4-eb5b-4bae-9d5a-386ea7ebbe31_zpsd4f4487b.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/4c6c29d4-eb5b-4bae-9d5a-386ea7ebbe31_zpsd4f4487b.jpg.html)
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And last the beautiful tip work.
(http://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/imagejpg4_zps0069b4e4.jpg) (http://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/imagejpg4_zps0069b4e4.jpg.html)
Some detail.
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Greetings from the hatchet man, Bue--. :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on May 09, 2014, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: rmorris on May 09, 2014, 10:47:00 AM
Nice!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 09, 2014, 11:26:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on May 09, 2014, 11:26:00 AM
:biglaugh: made my mornin bue.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on May 09, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
Post by: Crittergetter on May 09, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
:biglaugh: sweet bends Bue! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 09, 2014, 11:51:00 AM
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 09, 2014, 11:51:00 AM
Adjusting sights on trade bow today, almost have it zeroed in
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140509_113546053_zpsc9438792.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140509_113546053_zpsc9438792.jpg.html)
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140509_113546053_zpsc9438792.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140509_113546053_zpsc9438792.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on May 09, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
Post by: Buemaker on May 09, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
Hill, looking good. Bue--.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 09, 2014, 12:20:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 09, 2014, 12:20:00 PM
Bue; I guess it's alright.
Hill that is a sweet looking bow. i hope you can't send it out straight away so I am still in the running for it.
My bow is coming along nicely and will hopefully get it to shooting condition this weekend. I have Saturday to myself and as long as the honey do list isn't too big I should be able to spend most of the day on it.
Hill that is a sweet looking bow. i hope you can't send it out straight away so I am still in the running for it.
My bow is coming along nicely and will hopefully get it to shooting condition this weekend. I have Saturday to myself and as long as the honey do list isn't too big I should be able to spend most of the day on it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 09, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 09, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Bue you are killing me!!! I hope you didn't do all that hatchet swinging just to bust on Roy!
I'm in my office laughing like an idiot and people are definately staring ... thanks alot, lol.
I'm in my office laughing like an idiot and people are definately staring ... thanks alot, lol.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 09, 2014, 02:24:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 09, 2014, 02:24:00 PM
That's a real knockout, Bue. Roy should really appreciate that upgrade to what he normally shoots. I like the way you got the string to track down (I mean across) the middle of the bow. :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Buemaker on May 09, 2014, 02:49:00 PM
Post by: Buemaker on May 09, 2014, 02:49:00 PM
I have a feeling storm is brewing. :scared:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 09, 2014, 05:16:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 09, 2014, 05:16:00 PM
Nice work Bue. If you hadn't said it was for Roy I might have thought it was for me since it is shaped like the first initial of my name! Nice S :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 09, 2014, 06:49:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 09, 2014, 06:49:00 PM
Send her over Buey-Boy.. :) I like it....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 09, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 09, 2014, 07:06:00 PM
couple of finished pics of mine this year.
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tgswapbow001_zps74c66592.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tgswapbow001_zps74c66592.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tgswapbow003_zps999c64bc.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tgswapbow003_zps999c64bc.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tgswapbow011_zps4c99a648.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tgswapbow011_zps4c99a648.jpg.html)
found that to be the perfect weight for our ground squirrels up here. :saywhat:
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tgswapbow001_zps74c66592.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tgswapbow001_zps74c66592.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tgswapbow003_zps999c64bc.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tgswapbow003_zps999c64bc.jpg.html)
(http://i1357.photobucket.com/albums/q751/Craig_Milton/tgswapbow011_zps4c99a648.jpg) (http://s1357.photobucket.com/user/Craig_Milton/media/tgswapbow011_zps4c99a648.jpg.html)
found that to be the perfect weight for our ground squirrels up here. :saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 09, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 09, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Now bue you have to put a finish on it before you ship it now. Bacon grease would be good.
Nice work a lot of bows are in the mail.
Nice work a lot of bows are in the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 10, 2014, 12:03:00 AM
Post by: D on May 10, 2014, 12:03:00 AM
Bue that was pretty funny.
Great looking stuff being made. All of them look stinking awesome.
I have mine all packaged up and ready to go. I will send it out in the morning. Getting better at labeling them. Only took me two tries this time..lol Kelly I'll get ya the tracking number tomorrow sometime.
Great looking stuff being made. All of them look stinking awesome.
I have mine all packaged up and ready to go. I will send it out in the morning. Getting better at labeling them. Only took me two tries this time..lol Kelly I'll get ya the tracking number tomorrow sometime.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on May 10, 2014, 12:18:00 AM
Post by: Dwillo on May 10, 2014, 12:18:00 AM
Mine goes out tomorrow.
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg4_zpse39b22b7.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg4_zpse39b22b7.jpg.html)
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(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg2_zpsa5ce6482.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg2_zpsa5ce6482.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg3_zps95d3f6c0.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg3_zps95d3f6c0.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg4_zpse39b22b7.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg4_zpse39b22b7.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg1_zpsacedb6de.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg1_zpsacedb6de.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg2_zpsa5ce6482.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg2_zpsa5ce6482.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/imagejpg3_zps95d3f6c0.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/imagejpg3_zps95d3f6c0.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 10, 2014, 01:04:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on May 10, 2014, 01:04:00 AM
beautiful work Dan! i know a great many of us would be more than pleased to give it a home.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on May 10, 2014, 01:33:00 AM
Post by: WestTexan on May 10, 2014, 01:33:00 AM
Sweet lookin bows! Mine is done.. I think I put the last coat of poly on it Tuesday night. I'm up in Amarillo for a funeral so it'll be next week before I can ship it. I've put 2 leather grips on it and don't really like the last one but I hit the Tandy leather shop today and made a haul on some sheep hide that looks awesome and I also picked up a nice roll of thin rawhide for a good price....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on May 10, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Post by: soy on May 10, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Well I believe that I went to thin with the tips on this one I can't repeat the hour of kind words that were said ....moving on to plan b :banghead:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140510_243441_285.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140510_243441_285.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 10, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 10, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
That's a tough blow to take soy. I thought that was just thunder I heard yesterday but maybe it was you too!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 10, 2014, 10:31:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 10, 2014, 10:31:00 AM
Ouch, sorry Soy. Send it to me and I'll put some duco glue on it and ship it overseas to Ole Fart Bue.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 10, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 10, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Beautiful bow Dan...Very clean and great wood combo!
Sorry Soy...I feel your pain. I have only tried my hand once at a non laminated glass bow. I used Hickory and it had a similar end. I saved the remaining piece and have plans to pull one or two arrows out of it. It is my way of saying..."oh no you don't!
Sorry Soy...I feel your pain. I have only tried my hand once at a non laminated glass bow. I used Hickory and it had a similar end. I saved the remaining piece and have plans to pull one or two arrows out of it. It is my way of saying..."oh no you don't!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 10, 2014, 11:58:00 AM
Post by: D on May 10, 2014, 11:58:00 AM
That sucks soy. Glad ya didn't get hurt or something though
Great looking bow Dan I like the wood choice in the riser
Got mine shipped out this morning. So ******** be looking on your porch in a few days
Great looking bow Dan I like the wood choice in the riser
Got mine shipped out this morning. So ******** be looking on your porch in a few days
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 10, 2014, 02:31:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 10, 2014, 02:31:00 PM
Well I got mine tillered out to 26" and it looks good. I have put a couple of dozen arrows through it and there is very little hand shock. I will take care of that with thinning the tips. problem is it came in a little lite 5# or so. I have the length to take some off the tips but how much can I expect to gain with 1/2-1" off each tip. I hate to scrap it as it is the best bow I have made so far. Can't do pics at the moment as the women folk have stolen every camera in the house.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 10, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 10, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
ouch soy, that sucks!
razor, have you tried heating the belly? might could bring you up a bit. feel for with the camera "theft". i bought myself a canon ($500) for scouting/bows/ and such. wife has taken it over. i have to ask where it is all the time, and if I can use it.
razor, have you tried heating the belly? might could bring you up a bit. feel for with the camera "theft". i bought myself a canon ($500) for scouting/bows/ and such. wife has taken it over. i have to ask where it is all the time, and if I can use it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 10, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 10, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
Moose, it is an Ipe belly with a hickory backing, glued on with tb111 so heating isn't an option. I think I may have to add an osage belly slat. Will be my first tri-lam :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on May 10, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
Post by: macbow on May 10, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
If you could cut one inch off each end you would probably make that 5 pounds.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 10, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 10, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
I'm presently working on two all bamboo bows and they both shoot well, but they are a bit underweight for my swap. I piked one of them by 3 inches and it's still a bit light and it shoots so well I don't want to touch it again. I started another one tonight and I have a question. This will be a straight limbed longbow with some glued in reflex and I'm using natural bamboo for the back and belly. It will be 1 3/8 wide at the fades and will end up tapering to about 3/8 at the nocks. If I were to use cherry or walnut for the mid lam, how thick should I make the lam given that I'm looking for about 55 to 60# @ 28 inches? The bamboo lams will be no more than 1/8 thick tapering to I/16 at the tips.
Thanks for any help you can offer.
Dave.
Thanks for any help you can offer.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on May 10, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
Post by: macbow on May 10, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
Just a guess at 5/16. A little thicker in the middle if tapered about .003 or .004.
3/8 tips,sound safe enough. I've only tried one of these and my tips were too narrow and they twisted on me.
3/8 tips,sound safe enough. I've only tried one of these and my tips were too narrow and they twisted on me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 10, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 10, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
I'd also guess around 5/16" for the core, maybe even 3/8" for a bow of 66-68" length.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 10, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 10, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Thanks guys. I'll start with 1/2 inch tips and work them down gradually.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 10, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 10, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
I assume your tapering the core too ... I'd personally probably taper it by somewhere between 1/16" and 1/8".
So for example 5/16 tapering the 1/4" or 3/16" thick at the tips.
So for example 5/16 tapering the 1/4" or 3/16" thick at the tips.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 10, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 10, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
That's what I'm thinking, I just wasn't sure of the starting thickness. I might add tip wedges to stiffen the last 6 inches as well. The last one nearly came out too thin at the tips.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 10, 2014, 10:33:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 10, 2014, 10:33:00 PM
Use the cherry, it's stronger than walnut and 5/16th is good..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 11, 2014, 12:40:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 11, 2014, 12:40:00 PM
I'll be using the cherry. The walnut that I was using for cutting lams has decided that it wanted to become a roller coaster.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 12, 2014, 10:28:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 12, 2014, 10:28:00 AM
Just checked the UPS tracking on the delivery on my swap bow and it is "out for delivery" so someone should receive a package today!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 12, 2014, 01:12:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 12, 2014, 01:12:00 PM
:pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 12, 2014, 02:46:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 12, 2014, 02:46:00 PM
:campfire: :pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 12, 2014, 02:47:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on May 12, 2014, 02:47:00 PM
mine is on the way to somebody too... not out for delivery today though. I can't wait for **** to get it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 12, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 12, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
Only a couple of coats more of Buffalo Hide and mine will be done. It has a killer piece of zebra wood that I can't wait to show you guys. By some miracle it even came in within the 5 lb range my victim specified. Hopefully it will go out this weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on May 12, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on May 12, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
I`m getting crazy bout my drawweight- tomorrow I`ll put the third limbs together... first was way too weak second too strong :banghead:
I really gotta hurry- only 4 weeks left....
I really gotta hurry- only 4 weeks left....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on May 12, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on May 12, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Well mine made it but ******* not home, so notification was left and it is being held at post office.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 12, 2014, 07:16:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 12, 2014, 07:16:00 PM
Wife tells me there's a large package at the door withy name on it. Too bad I'm at the fire station for two days.
Shawn
Shawn
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 12, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
Post by: D on May 12, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
Oh Shawn that's the worst..spend two days just watching the clock tick..tick.....tick.......tick by. haha.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on May 12, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on May 12, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Ha I was at the station last year when mine come in. I asked my wife bring it to me and she got a speeding ticket on the way! Well worth it though!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 13, 2014, 07:28:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 13, 2014, 07:28:00 AM
The wait is killing me
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 13, 2014, 09:55:00 AM
Post by: D on May 13, 2014, 09:55:00 AM
Tick tock tick tock tick tock...lol sorry nobody likes a smarta@&. Have no idea what you got but im sure the wait will be worth it
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 13, 2014, 01:01:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 13, 2014, 01:01:00 PM
Shawn, Whats our neighbors address. I'll call in an investigation and you can duck next door and grab your package. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 13, 2014, 01:06:00 PM
Post by: D on May 13, 2014, 01:06:00 PM
Well I shipped Saturday and so far the tracking number is only telling me it left the post office on Saturday..so thats interesting
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 13, 2014, 01:24:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 13, 2014, 01:24:00 PM
No one prolly wants it.. LOL.. :bigsmyl: :wavey: :laughing: :deadhorse:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on May 13, 2014, 02:35:00 PM
Post by: soy on May 13, 2014, 02:35:00 PM
:laughing: :laughing: :nono:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 13, 2014, 03:28:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on May 13, 2014, 03:28:00 PM
D thats funny, i shipped on friday and all its telling me is that it was received on friday. :(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 13, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
Post by: Hill Hunter on May 13, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
Shipped my trade bow today, so it should show up in ******** on ****** ***************'s door step soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 13, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: D on May 13, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Roy no body probably wants a bow made by me anyway...not even the post office it looks like. lol
I don't know whats going on with the tracking stuff Eric. It says expected delivery date was yesterday but in transit..lol..soo......who knows.
I don't know whats going on with the tracking stuff Eric. It says expected delivery date was yesterday but in transit..lol..soo......who knows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on May 13, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on May 13, 2014, 10:40:00 PM
I've been slowly reducing my osage stave to floor tiller stage. I'll have to remove some twist and add a bit or reflex. The handle area is slightly reflexed.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 09:32:00 AM
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 09:32:00 AM
Just tracked it again like a creepy stalker and it gave a full list this time and its in the town its supposed to be delivered in so ******** might get a bow today....I hope
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 14, 2014, 09:49:00 AM
Post by: razorback on May 14, 2014, 09:49:00 AM
I'm hoping that the osage slats that Roy sent me will arrive today and I can get to gluing them on and finish the tiller of my bow.
Question on tempering, does osage take belly tempering and can I do it before I glue it on. he backing is glued with tb111 and I don't want to stress that joint. I will pre heat bend the osage to get it to go up the fades easily and thought tempering it might add a little more performance.
Question on tempering, does osage take belly tempering and can I do it before I glue it on. he backing is glued with tb111 and I don't want to stress that joint. I will pre heat bend the osage to get it to go up the fades easily and thought tempering it might add a little more performance.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:10:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:10:00 PM
Looks like I've done about all I can do...this will ship somewhere back east this weekend.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0259_zps336bf4e3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0259_zps336bf4e3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0247_zpsc0bce9b3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0247_zpsc0bce9b3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0259_zps336bf4e3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0259_zps336bf4e3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0247_zpsc0bce9b3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0247_zpsc0bce9b3.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:14:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:14:00 PM
My full draw hand model, Kevin...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/TGSwapFullDraw_zpsb36761cc.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/TGSwapFullDraw_zpsb36761cc.jpg.html)
I love this piece of zebrawood!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0257_zps81074379.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0257_zps81074379.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0256_zps7ff2e0c9.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0256_zps7ff2e0c9.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0253_zpsb5616fbe.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0253_zpsb5616fbe.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0255_zps5a1754e3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0255_zps5a1754e3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0250_zpsaddb11e0.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0250_zpsaddb11e0.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/TGSwapFullDraw_zpsb36761cc.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/TGSwapFullDraw_zpsb36761cc.jpg.html)
I love this piece of zebrawood!
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0257_zps81074379.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0257_zps81074379.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0256_zps7ff2e0c9.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0256_zps7ff2e0c9.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0253_zpsb5616fbe.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0253_zpsb5616fbe.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0255_zps5a1754e3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0255_zps5a1754e3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0250_zpsaddb11e0.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0250_zpsaddb11e0.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:15:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:15:00 PM
And the tips...
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0262_zpsb909ee4d.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0262_zpsb909ee4d.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0118_zps2cecb769.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0118_zps2cecb769.jpg.html)
Ooops, what's that other bow doing in there?
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0262_zpsb909ee4d.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0262_zpsb909ee4d.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v306/beachbowhunter/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0118_zps2cecb769.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/beachbowhunter/media/TG%20Trade%20Bow%202014/IMGP0118_zps2cecb769.jpg.html)
Ooops, what's that other bow doing in there?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on May 14, 2014, 12:25:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on May 14, 2014, 12:25:00 PM
she's a beauty!
:thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 12:39:00 PM
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 12:39:00 PM
Wow beach that looks great. I like the tips. Is that Wenge in the riser?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:41:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 12:41:00 PM
Yep, wenge. Painted on a few coats of gloss to fill the grain before spraying with satin ...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: pinky on May 14, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
Post by: pinky on May 14, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
Hi everyone, I love visiting this sight and seeing and learning about what you folks are creating. Thanks! I Really, really think those tips are coool.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Ok the grain is what I was going to ask you about. My next one for me is going to have wenge. Yours looks great
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
Thanks. I love Wenge, it has a deep rich color and cool grain that looks very classy. It sands pretty well too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 14, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 14, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
I was going to say you put the shelf on the wrong side but then you slipped that other one into the last photo, now I don't know what to think.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on May 14, 2014, 02:29:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on May 14, 2014, 02:29:00 PM
What a nice looking bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on May 14, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on May 14, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
All I can say is......WOW!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 02:45:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 02:45:00 PM
Thanks guys. I'm pretty happy with it being only my 3rd bow. What do the experts think think about the full draw shape? I can kind of see the influence of the tip wedges and I like it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on May 14, 2014, 02:50:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on May 14, 2014, 02:50:00 PM
Full draw look great , looks like you could draw that bow another 6" with no stack!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on May 14, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on May 14, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by razorback:+2!
I was going to say you put the shelf on the wrong side but then you slipped that other one into the last photo, now I don't know what to think.
Awesome bow Beach...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 14, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 14, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
You really did that wenge justice. Those look really fine!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on May 14, 2014, 04:48:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on May 14, 2014, 04:48:00 PM
3rd bow??!!!.....
...that just shouldn't be allowed...lol
Darn nice job!
...that just shouldn't be allowed...lol
Darn nice job!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on May 14, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: soy on May 14, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Wild :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 06:20:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 06:20:00 PM
Do you think Roy will think it's ok? :confused:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on May 14, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on May 14, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
That's your third bow? Holy cow!Love that zebra too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 14, 2014, 06:47:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 14, 2014, 06:47:00 PM
Well I got home today and had to open my tube. Wow what a beauty Cameron. Thanks bud this bow is awesome. Love the looks of her and she shoots like a dream. Very hard hitting bow. Really flings an arrow. The first three out of her. I'll be shooting some hogs with this bow for sure.
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/746FE047-D51D-4CC6-9ACA-56EE1315EE24_zpspptxelmb.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/746FE047-D51D-4CC6-9ACA-56EE1315EE24_zpspptxelmb.jpg.html)
(http://i301.photobucket.com/albums/nn61/Dmaxshawn/746FE047-D51D-4CC6-9ACA-56EE1315EE24_zpspptxelmb.jpg) (http://s301.photobucket.com/user/Dmaxshawn/media/746FE047-D51D-4CC6-9ACA-56EE1315EE24_zpspptxelmb.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 07:05:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 14, 2014, 07:05:00 PM
Nice work Cameron and nice shooting there Shawn :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 14, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 14, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Shawn - I am glad you like it. It was a lot of fun building and participating in the swap. I can honestly say that I have not stressed over the building of a bow more than I have building for the swap. I will PM you some details on the bow...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 14, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 14, 2014, 07:15:00 PM
:clapper: nice looker.
did i miss who got Al Deans bow? last i seen it was out for delivery/notification.
did i miss who got Al Deans bow? last i seen it was out for delivery/notification.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redant 60/65 on May 14, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
Post by: redant 60/65 on May 14, 2014, 07:30:00 PM
(AWESOME ) bow Beach :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 14, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on May 14, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by cunruhshoot:Ima lay out some pigs with that bow
Shawn - I am glad you like it. It was a lot of fun building and participating in the swap. I can honestly say that I have not stressed over the building of a bow more than I have building for the swap. I will PM you some details on the bow...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 14, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 14, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Wow some great stuff being made. I am tacking 9 bows in the mail 13 received and we are 18% complete.
I have my youngest High School graduation this weekend and my father came in a bit early so I have not been on here much. this week but I think I am all caught up. I hope to be off crutches by the end of the month. If that happens I should be able to make head way on my bow.
Great work. every one we are coming up on the first dead line, 13 Jun.
I have my youngest High School graduation this weekend and my father came in a bit early so I have not been on here much. this week but I think I am all caught up. I hope to be off crutches by the end of the month. If that happens I should be able to make head way on my bow.
Great work. every one we are coming up on the first dead line, 13 Jun.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: D on May 14, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Thats a great looking bow right there. I wanna see pics of those hogs you get. Good luck
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on May 14, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on May 14, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Nice bows!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 14, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 14, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
My turn! :clapper:
I'll try to keep this short, if I can.
I retired 9-11-12. I now have a little part time job. Just a few hours a month. Today of all days I left the house at 7:30 am and got home just after 9pm and wouldn't you know there was a long tube waiting for me.
Thank you so much to D. When I was asking questions about form building and supplies a while back D was kind enough to send me some fire hose and some brackets. Well he just sent a beautiful bow to the same address.
My butt was kind of dragging after the long day but I definitely perked up opening that tube. The hard part is waiting for tomorrow and some daylight so I can shoot it.
At least you have all seen pictures already. If I can shoot it half as good as it looks I'll be all smiles.
Thanks agian D. You did a great job.
I'll try to keep this short, if I can.
I retired 9-11-12. I now have a little part time job. Just a few hours a month. Today of all days I left the house at 7:30 am and got home just after 9pm and wouldn't you know there was a long tube waiting for me.
Thank you so much to D. When I was asking questions about form building and supplies a while back D was kind enough to send me some fire hose and some brackets. Well he just sent a beautiful bow to the same address.
My butt was kind of dragging after the long day but I definitely perked up opening that tube. The hard part is waiting for tomorrow and some daylight so I can shoot it.
At least you have all seen pictures already. If I can shoot it half as good as it looks I'll be all smiles.
Thanks agian D. You did a great job.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 15, 2014, 12:17:00 AM
Post by: D on May 15, 2014, 12:17:00 AM
Glad you like it Scott. My plan was to send the hose and form brackets we talked about with the bow but there was no way I could have it done that quick and I figured you needed the form parts..lol I really am glad you like it though. Let me know how it shoots for ya.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on May 15, 2014, 01:52:00 AM
Post by: soy on May 15, 2014, 01:52:00 AM
Congrats :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 15, 2014, 05:33:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 15, 2014, 05:33:00 AM
I guess it's ok BeachyBoy.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 15, 2014, 09:24:00 AM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 15, 2014, 09:24:00 AM
Thanks again Dave(D). I got out fairly early this morning and it was raining/sleeting a little but I shot anyway. :) The rain didn't last too long. The bow is about 8# heavier than what I have been shooting so my shoulders got tired too quickly but I loved it. Now I need to go work on my trade bow some more.
I finished the form and made my first bow earlier this week. I learned a lot and made a couple of cosmetic mistakes. Hopefully I can get the next one up to par and done soon. I'll be happy if I can make my recipient half as satisfied as I am.
Scott
I finished the form and made my first bow earlier this week. I learned a lot and made a couple of cosmetic mistakes. Hopefully I can get the next one up to par and done soon. I'll be happy if I can make my recipient half as satisfied as I am.
Scott
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 15, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
Post by: D on May 15, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
Good deal Scott. Really glad ya like it my friend and your very welcome
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on May 15, 2014, 03:47:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on May 15, 2014, 03:47:00 PM
Haven't been here for a while,some really great looking bows guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on May 15, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on May 15, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
What a great time to check up on the gang!
Really great bows going around. Glad to see D and Ranger are still friends :saywhat:
the craziness is nearly done and I will be makin dust pretty soon. Really.... great job fellas !! :clapper:
Really great bows going around. Glad to see D and Ranger are still friends :saywhat:
the craziness is nearly done and I will be makin dust pretty soon. Really.... great job fellas !! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on May 15, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on May 15, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Josh, you have a preview of your bow for this year? That zebra wood bow last year was amazing I get compliment on it every time I pull it our at a 3D shoot
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 15, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 15, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
Great work folks some real talent here for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: BrianO on May 15, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
Post by: BrianO on May 15, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
Yesterday I was at home catching up on some work I had put off for some time...... Then the knock at the door. My heart jumped out of my chest! Could it be, could it be??!!! Oh yes it was, the long tube that we all wait for so anxiously. I about shut the door in the postman's face. Not really but I didn't do a lot of small talking either. I popped the tube open and what I found was a BEAUT from Mr Todd Cook. A slender long bow with a forward handle and dark wood. And she was short. Haven't actually measured it but I'm guessing 56". Beautiful bow with walnut and wenge. She draws smooth and looks smoother. I couldn't be happier. I only had a second this morning to put a couple shots through it but this baby shoots sweet. Mr Cook claims to be an amateur bow builder but I would argue that point pretty hard. Todd you did a wonderful job and I am super excited. I will post some pics this weekend.
So blessed to be a part of such a great group of guys.
So blessed to be a part of such a great group of guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on May 15, 2014, 11:32:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on May 15, 2014, 11:32:00 PM
I just got notice to get to the mail and see what is there. :)
Rumour has it , there is a long box or tube waiting for a new home. :D
Pete
Rumour has it , there is a long box or tube waiting for a new home. :D
Pete
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on May 16, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
Post by: Dwillo on May 16, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
Well, after a few attempts I finally delivered my bow to its recipient. Turns out he lives across town from me. I'll let him post for himself but it was a real pleasure meeting him. I wish I had a picture of his face when I asked him his name. Anyway, here he is with his new bow.
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo_zpseb10cee2.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo_zpseb10cee2.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo_zpseb10cee2.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo_zpseb10cee2.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on May 16, 2014, 12:44:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on May 16, 2014, 12:44:00 AM
Ok guys, I need to give a little update.
Life has been more hectic than usual these past few months. I've been working a ton of overtime, and have had two deaths in the family, and another of a good friend to deal with. On top of that, "my" shop, is actually owned by all of my grand parents kids, so a lot of the family utilizes it, as well as the family business. Needless to say, the shop has also been very busy the past couple of months. It's hard to find a working surface at times. So, I am very sorry for the delays, but hopefully, I'll be able to make a lot of progress in the coming weeks. I don't intend to go over the deadline, but the way things have been going, I wouldn't be too surprised if that does happen.
I have all my materials and tools ready to go, and can see the final product in my mind, so once I get really going, I should be able to make some good progress.
So don't worry **********, I haven't forgotten about you! Now that I have a plan, I'm really itching to see it come to life. And by the way, I have to wait until I ship before I can receive my treasure, so that's a little more motivation. Thanks for your patience. I hope you will all like what I create.
Life has been more hectic than usual these past few months. I've been working a ton of overtime, and have had two deaths in the family, and another of a good friend to deal with. On top of that, "my" shop, is actually owned by all of my grand parents kids, so a lot of the family utilizes it, as well as the family business. Needless to say, the shop has also been very busy the past couple of months. It's hard to find a working surface at times. So, I am very sorry for the delays, but hopefully, I'll be able to make a lot of progress in the coming weeks. I don't intend to go over the deadline, but the way things have been going, I wouldn't be too surprised if that does happen.
I have all my materials and tools ready to go, and can see the final product in my mind, so once I get really going, I should be able to make some good progress.
So don't worry **********, I haven't forgotten about you! Now that I have a plan, I'm really itching to see it come to life. And by the way, I have to wait until I ship before I can receive my treasure, so that's a little more motivation. Thanks for your patience. I hope you will all like what I create.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on May 16, 2014, 02:57:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on May 16, 2014, 02:57:00 AM
we were talking about my trad bow with kelly and it seems like i will be able to make it on time. i was worried since i have some other "VERY" important business issues to be solved in month time.
anyway, take down turned out well enough. but i had to apply one and a half more layer of fiber glass on back. so it darkens the veneer. this is sad because i bought very nice looking veneers for this bow. i decided to apply one more veneer layer on top the fiber glass both back and belly without applying one more layer of glass. i will shoot the pics soon.
this will, i assume, make the bow looks pretty but it will not be like the masters of the bows...
btw: thanks for all of your praying for my daughter. the last MRI scans turned out very well. doc said no need to worry about anything more but we need to keep our eyes on her. next MRI scan is 6 months later.
best.
--
finally i figured out why i am always having problems on building my bows. i am making my bow ON THE FLY. no casts, no fire hose, no factory prepared stuff. i am just making my bows as i wish or as i sensed. as if i feel like it is gonna work or not. ( in force i trust :D ) this results every bow building process is another R&D process. yes, i know it is painful, who said i don't like it :) on the other hand all of my bows are unique!
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anyway, take down turned out well enough. but i had to apply one and a half more layer of fiber glass on back. so it darkens the veneer. this is sad because i bought very nice looking veneers for this bow. i decided to apply one more veneer layer on top the fiber glass both back and belly without applying one more layer of glass. i will shoot the pics soon.
this will, i assume, make the bow looks pretty but it will not be like the masters of the bows...
btw: thanks for all of your praying for my daughter. the last MRI scans turned out very well. doc said no need to worry about anything more but we need to keep our eyes on her. next MRI scan is 6 months later.
best.
--
finally i figured out why i am always having problems on building my bows. i am making my bow ON THE FLY. no casts, no fire hose, no factory prepared stuff. i am just making my bows as i wish or as i sensed. as if i feel like it is gonna work or not. ( in force i trust :D ) this results every bow building process is another R&D process. yes, i know it is painful, who said i don't like it :) on the other hand all of my bows are unique!
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 16, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
Post by: D on May 16, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
Ink very glad to hear good news about your daughter. Hope all continues to go well
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on May 16, 2014, 01:01:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on May 16, 2014, 01:01:00 PM
The mail came thru with a sweet Osage 3 piece longbow. :bigsmyl:
Thank you very much Alan Dean. I love it. :clapper:
We don't get Osage here and this is one of my favorite bow woods, and this Osage under glass is great. I can't wait to let it bask in the sun and turn that great dark Osage color.
I just ran downstairs and shot a couple arrows.
Not a hint of a vibration and silent as any bow I have shot, including self bows. I got a winner!!!!!! Shoots great, feels great, looks great and will be even prettier with age as the Osage takes on the warm look from the UV rays. I will post a couple photos later today.
I am still looking it over and keep finding more things to like. Those sleek limb tips are awesome. There is some nice character in the limbs, and the glass is flawless , just like the finish. Did I say I like the low grip, Oh yes it is nice too. Not to big, not to small , just right. I think I know what I am doing this afternoon. :archer2:
This bow is in desperate need of exercise, and it definitely needs to be introduced to some nice heavy arrows in the 600 to 800 grain range so it will have a nice long life.
Thanks again Alan.
You made a winner.
Pete
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/10346455_560040424117292_4635811377465552508_n.jpg)
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It seems to like a 500 spine Heavy Hunter carbon shaft with a 100 gr SS insert and a 250 gr point. With this much weight it is so quiet and nice to shoot.
Thank you very much Alan Dean. I love it. :clapper:
We don't get Osage here and this is one of my favorite bow woods, and this Osage under glass is great. I can't wait to let it bask in the sun and turn that great dark Osage color.
I just ran downstairs and shot a couple arrows.
Not a hint of a vibration and silent as any bow I have shot, including self bows. I got a winner!!!!!! Shoots great, feels great, looks great and will be even prettier with age as the Osage takes on the warm look from the UV rays. I will post a couple photos later today.
I am still looking it over and keep finding more things to like. Those sleek limb tips are awesome. There is some nice character in the limbs, and the glass is flawless , just like the finish. Did I say I like the low grip, Oh yes it is nice too. Not to big, not to small , just right. I think I know what I am doing this afternoon. :archer2:
This bow is in desperate need of exercise, and it definitely needs to be introduced to some nice heavy arrows in the 600 to 800 grain range so it will have a nice long life.
Thanks again Alan.
You made a winner.
Pete
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/t1.0-9/10346455_560040424117292_4635811377465552508_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/t1.0-9/10303367_560040097450658_5737312894781402156_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-b-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/t1.0-9/10259707_560040167450651_3614409489068954452_n.jpg)
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/t1.0-9/10277706_560040180783983_1618712097838855009_n.jpg)
(https://scontent-b-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1.0-9/10372069_560040580783943_7035815711722839426_n.jpg)
It seems to like a 500 spine Heavy Hunter carbon shaft with a 100 gr SS insert and a 250 gr point. With this much weight it is so quiet and nice to shoot.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 16, 2014, 02:49:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on May 16, 2014, 02:49:00 PM
getting very annoyed... shipped the bow a week ago today... and the tracking information hasn't been updated since it was accepted by my local post office. expected delivery day was today... so check your porch *******!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 16, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 16, 2014, 10:47:00 PM
Pete that is a great looking bow. And we are just under a quarter the way done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on May 16, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on May 16, 2014, 10:54:00 PM
I am lucky Kelly, Alan did a great job, and I love Osage. I shot it for a few hours today and it is a nice shooting bow. .
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on May 17, 2014, 07:44:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on May 17, 2014, 07:44:00 AM
here i need to update you people.
remember these are just came out from gluing process.
needs rasping, cleaning, beautifying etc.
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(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tku0dNfMCwQ/U3dKEhScNnI/AAAAAAAABiI/rWubj7_qowk/w696-h522-no/20140517_142556.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Y3L4RGcfYLI/U3dKKuPY7CI/AAAAAAAABic/sczk5OSgX4A/w696-h522-no/20140517_142606.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-iowMqoSedNk/U3dKLO0jjmI/AAAAAAAABig/q5P7dPIy_XU/w696-h522-no/20140517_142614.jpg)
as on first picture you ca see why i insist on veneer :)
best.
remember these are just came out from gluing process.
needs rasping, cleaning, beautifying etc.
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-TZaEeRE795c/U3dKDUhLgqI/AAAAAAAABiA/blWOcYZxjIs/w696-h522-no/20140517_142543.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tku0dNfMCwQ/U3dKEhScNnI/AAAAAAAABiI/rWubj7_qowk/w696-h522-no/20140517_142556.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Y3L4RGcfYLI/U3dKKuPY7CI/AAAAAAAABic/sczk5OSgX4A/w696-h522-no/20140517_142606.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-iowMqoSedNk/U3dKLO0jjmI/AAAAAAAABig/q5P7dPIy_XU/w696-h522-no/20140517_142614.jpg)
as on first picture you ca see why i insist on veneer :)
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 17, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 17, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
it should clean up nice ink. Can't wait to see it done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on May 19, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on May 19, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Got mine finished (except string) and I've been roughly hip-deep in new computer builds for my wife and I-mine will help me more with my eye ruined and hers is to replace a cobbled-together system. I'll be shipping next month, as the people who built my new wheelchair held a payment too long and messed up my bank balance. I'll be shipping on or about the third, and I'll be glad to get it to its new owner-I hope they enjoy it as much as I did working on it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
well... mine should be getting delivered today. arrived at ******'s local post office this morning. check your porch dude!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on May 19, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on May 19, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Hey, Kelly. I shipped my trade bow out today. It should arrive on someone's porch on or about Saturday. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 19, 2014, 07:10:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 19, 2014, 07:10:00 PM
Ok, I have my plan C and D bows ready. A and B are headed for the fireplace.
The problem I have is that the bows are underweight. The first pictured is 67" ntn, all natural bamboo with a padauk power lam and a riser made of walnut, padauk, jatoba and maple. The tips are antler. It draws 49# @ 28". About5# below what my recipient asked for.
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0579_zpsd9a89adc.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0579_zpsd9a89adc.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0578_zps5cc4e625.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0578_zps5cc4e625.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0577_zps325d84d1.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0577_zps325d84d1.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0575_zps64fc409b.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0575_zps64fc409b.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0576_zps79a8bc5c.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0576_zps79a8bc5c.jpg.html)
Dave.
The problem I have is that the bows are underweight. The first pictured is 67" ntn, all natural bamboo with a padauk power lam and a riser made of walnut, padauk, jatoba and maple. The tips are antler. It draws 49# @ 28". About5# below what my recipient asked for.
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0579_zpsd9a89adc.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0579_zpsd9a89adc.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0578_zps5cc4e625.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0578_zps5cc4e625.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0577_zps325d84d1.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0577_zps325d84d1.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0575_zps64fc409b.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0575_zps64fc409b.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0576_zps79a8bc5c.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0576_zps79a8bc5c.jpg.html)
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 19, 2014, 07:16:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 19, 2014, 07:16:00 PM
Well worked on plan c tonight. Gonna be a simple yet beautiful longbow. Hope to have it all glued up by the weekend. Been dealing with my own illness, shoulder injury, testing for new job, and mandatory overtime which leave little time in the shop. I still have yet to get a bird down either.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 07:17:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 07:17:00 PM
This turned out to be an AWESOME Day! Guess what showed up at my door!
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/27d1551220c54810847df46afa583220.jpg)
Eric...I am blown away this bow is absolutely incredible and in addition to the bow Eric sent a dozen beautiful arrows!
Who wants some pics?
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/27d1551220c54810847df46afa583220.jpg)
Eric...I am blown away this bow is absolutely incredible and in addition to the bow Eric sent a dozen beautiful arrows!
Who wants some pics?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 19, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 19, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
The second Bow I made is 68" ntn, and also made of all bamboo. the riser and tips are a laminate of cherry. walnut and maple. This one is well below weight at 43# @ 28" but I just wanted to show it because it's such a sweet shooter. It's light enough to shoot all day, but there's enough oomph to kill deer.
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0573_zpsc1cb23aa.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0573_zpsc1cb23aa.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0572_zpsd4c10f83.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0572_zpsd4c10f83.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0571_zps8a336b87.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0571_zps8a336b87.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0570_zps6fa97fb5.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0570_zps6fa97fb5.jpg.html)
This bow is not only a sweet shooter, but it weighs almost nothing.
I'm thinking that if my recipient (victim) ;) is ok with a lower weight bow, I would ship the first one from the previous post. Otherwise, there is another one in the works, but I don't know how long it will take to get done as I have work beginning to pile up again.
Dave
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0573_zpsc1cb23aa.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0573_zpsc1cb23aa.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0572_zpsd4c10f83.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0572_zpsd4c10f83.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0571_zps8a336b87.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0571_zps8a336b87.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x349/1wood1/IMG_0570_zps6fa97fb5.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/1wood1/media/IMG_0570_zps6fa97fb5.jpg.html)
This bow is not only a sweet shooter, but it weighs almost nothing.
I'm thinking that if my recipient (victim) ;) is ok with a lower weight bow, I would ship the first one from the previous post. Otherwise, there is another one in the works, but I don't know how long it will take to get done as I have work beginning to pile up again.
Dave
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Here come some pics...
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/0488aa33716e3e32ff2f9060c61f714d.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/7ab19f10c9f98f99aec7ad3cbc66d4c0.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/779b941dfe5e3d0478f3a227e62a3765.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/b050ae98a03bd2c0e6afb4faf227b411.jpg)
This is my first ever selfbow and it is amazing - I have already put some arrows through it and it shoots smooth. I am heading out to my shooting spot this evening so that I can have some fun beyond backyard shooting.
Thanks again Eric...This is a true work of art! And the arrows are a special amazing bonus! You went over the top.
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/0488aa33716e3e32ff2f9060c61f714d.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/7ab19f10c9f98f99aec7ad3cbc66d4c0.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/779b941dfe5e3d0478f3a227e62a3765.jpg)
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w394/cunruhsurf/General/b050ae98a03bd2c0e6afb4faf227b411.jpg)
This is my first ever selfbow and it is amazing - I have already put some arrows through it and it shoots smooth. I am heading out to my shooting spot this evening so that I can have some fun beyond backyard shooting.
Thanks again Eric...This is a true work of art! And the arrows are a special amazing bonus! You went over the top.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 08:43:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 08:43:00 PM
awesome! I'm glad it made it and I'm ecstatic that you like it. I knew it would be your first selfbow (did a little stalking ;) ) and that made it even more exciting making it for you. Please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions about it or if (knock on bow wood) anything goes wrong with it. I'll be very interested to see how it performs over the long run, and if you have a chronograph id love to know the numbers, only ever shot one of my bows through one and it was a poor performer and i knew it. that one should be pretty respectable. enjoy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on May 19, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
Post by: red hill on May 19, 2014, 09:45:00 PM
Man! Miss a few days and WOW! Beautiful bows, guys! Haven't had a chance to work on my trade lately, but I'll make the cut-off. Trying not to go through 4 bows this year!
Terrific work!
Terrific work!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
Eric - Just got home from shooting the new bow. Shoots really nice and I got in some nice 30 and 40 yards shots so I could watch the arrow flight.
What kind of snake skin is it? And what are the nocks? My wife asked me...on a scale of 1-10 how do you like it and I said 15. My buddy down the street has a Chrono so I will try to record some numbers soon and let you know. One other thing...I am keep the brace height low as compared to my laminated longbows I believe I am at 6 1/2 inches...is that good?
Thanks again!
What kind of snake skin is it? And what are the nocks? My wife asked me...on a scale of 1-10 how do you like it and I said 15. My buddy down the street has a Chrono so I will try to record some numbers soon and let you know. One other thing...I am keep the brace height low as compared to my laminated longbows I believe I am at 6 1/2 inches...is that good?
Thanks again!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 10:48:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 10:48:00 PM
The whole bow is done with half of a big timber rattler... Cutt the skin in half and then split it down the middle so the top and bottom limb have matching patterns. The string nocks and the beads on the handle wrap and string keeper are from the same white tail antler shed i found out in the woods. The arrows are douglas fir premiums from surewood spined at 55-60# and weight matched within 10 grains. I think 6 1/2 brace is about what i shot it in at. I usually keep it as low as i can without slapping my wrist. String is 14 strand d97 and the silencers are fox.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on May 19, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
oh and the black stripe in the string nocks is water buffalo horn.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 19, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
Thanks for all the cool details Eric. I love the fact that the added touches came from your own finds...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 19, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 19, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Ok one received and on 2 more shipped so there are 9 in the mail so that brings us up to 20% Complete.
4est got you marked as shipped.
4est got you marked as shipped.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 19, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 19, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
Dave, them both look GREAT! i'd be happy with either but lean more toward the first one with higher weight. my wife says, "nice garden. what do you grow?" women.
Eric, awesome job, and congrats to cameron.
Eric, awesome job, and congrats to cameron.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on May 20, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on May 20, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Say wood carver those two bows you just posted are just beautiful and seriously doubt anyone would be worried about them being a little off the desired weight.I know they're not coming this way more's the pity, but for myself I'm happy to receive a bow over a 15# weight range, and I'm sure most others could accommodate a fair amount of tolerance in their asked for draw weight.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 20, 2014, 01:10:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 20, 2014, 01:10:00 AM
I agree with BigBob, whoever gets either of those bows would be thrilled.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on May 20, 2014, 08:39:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on May 20, 2014, 08:39:00 AM
David, if it's me, I'd take whichever one you think shoots the sweetest and weight is secondary. It's always good to have a lighter bow to practice form with, shoot 3D, or teach someone with. I find an underweight bow gets shot a lot, but that an overweight bow rarely makes it off the peg.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 20, 2014, 10:02:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 20, 2014, 10:02:00 AM
Nice bow there Eric.. But damn I smell feet.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 20, 2014, 10:23:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on May 20, 2014, 10:23:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by canopyboy:I would agree with this 100%.
David, if it's me, I'd take whichever one you think shoots the sweetest and weight is secondary. It's always good to have a lighter bow to practice form with, shoot 3D, or teach someone with. I find an underweight bow gets shot a lot, but that an overweight bow rarely makes it off the peg.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 20, 2014, 11:31:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on May 20, 2014, 11:31:00 AM
Smell feet? Was that an auto correct or just over my head?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 20, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 20, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Over your head.... It was poking fun at Cameron about the full draw picture with no shoes on.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 20, 2014, 02:14:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 20, 2014, 02:14:00 PM
Like the others have said. A light bow is much better than a too heavy bow. If it is for me I would take either. They look great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 20, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 20, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Thanks for your kind words guys. Everything I know about building bows I learned right here. Each one that comes out a shooter and not firewood is a thrill.
Both are nice shooters, so I think I'll finish up the heavier one and twist up a new string for it.
Dave.
Both are nice shooters, so I think I'll finish up the heavier one and twist up a new string for it.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 20, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 20, 2014, 04:54:00 PM
Craig, those two gardens are raised because I
live in an old gravel pit and there's no top soil at all. I had to haul in all the soil I needed to grow a few tomatoes and veggies.
Dave.
live in an old gravel pit and there's no top soil at all. I had to haul in all the soil I needed to grow a few tomatoes and veggies.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 20, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 20, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Well I got some Osage lams from Roy to add to the belly of my hickory backed Ipe. I heated them up and clamped them to the bow to get the contour of the fade. All was looking good. I did a little flattening of the belly and was checking the tiller before applying the bellies and kablooie. I had it tillered to 26" with only some minor adjustments needed and this time I exercised it to 20" with all looking good. I then pulled it to 22" and it let go with a bang. I got some photo's but the camera died before I could upload them. I'll post some pics later tonight.
Plan B is going to be a HBH pyramid board bow. I will glue it up tonight and get to shaping it later in the week. I will probably do a straight limbed HBH as well as plan C, just in case.
Plan B is going to be a HBH pyramid board bow. I will glue it up tonight and get to shaping it later in the week. I will probably do a straight limbed HBH as well as plan C, just in case.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on May 20, 2014, 06:17:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on May 20, 2014, 06:17:00 PM
My trade bow left Omaha, NE yesterday and is spending the night in Oklahoma City tonight...half way home! :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 20, 2014, 07:00:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 20, 2014, 07:00:00 PM
Mine left San Diego today with an ETA of tomorrow...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 20, 2014, 07:43:00 PM
Post by: D on May 20, 2014, 07:43:00 PM
Geez all the bows look great this year. Well done everybody
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on May 20, 2014, 07:53:00 PM
Post by: razorback on May 20, 2014, 07:53:00 PM
Here are some photo's of the bow that broke this afternoon.
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/brokenbow2.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/brokenbow2.jpg.html)
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/brokenbow3.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/brokenbow3.jpg.html)
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/brokenbow2.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/brokenbow2.jpg.html)
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/brokenbow3.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/brokenbow3.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on May 20, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: monterey on May 20, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Dwillo:Needless to say, I was a bit shocked to find dwill standing at my doorway. Part of the shock was he was dressed kinda like a Ninja. Turned out later that black scrubs are his work uniform! :) The next shock was that he was holding my trade bow in his hands. I did not recognize it as a bow right off since it was cased in a beautiful hand sewn tube type case.
Well, after a few attempts I finally delivered my bow to its recipient. Turns out he lives across town from me. I'll let him post for himself but it was a real pleasure meeting him. I wish I had a picture of his face when I asked him his name. Anyway, here he is with his new bow.
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo_zpseb10cee2.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo_zpseb10cee2.jpg.html)
We quickly retired to the side yard and loosed some arrows while talking about the bow he had built and bows in general. Like most true craftsman, Dan could not help but point out what he considers flaws. Despite straining my eyes, I could not detect the "flaws". :confused:
I can only hope that my recipients bow is half as nice as Dan's.
Meanwhile, arrows flew from this bow as though I'd been shooting it for years. Dan built a KennyM design ReDe bow that simply draws and shoots naturally. I'm no great shakes of a shot, but was able within a few arrows launched to place arrows as well as with bows I have been shooing for twenty years.
All this shooting done with some crude arrows that I doweled out and built from a home depot pine board. The bow forgave the shooter and the arrows!
All I can say is a huge thanks to Dan for this wonderful build. This bow will certainly inspire my future projects, but probably will not equal it.
Thanks Dan
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on May 21, 2014, 12:34:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on May 21, 2014, 12:34:00 AM
Monterey some of my best flyin arras came from home depot! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 21, 2014, 01:38:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 21, 2014, 01:38:00 PM
ouch, that sucks razorback.
98% of my arrows come from hardwood stores, HD, home hardware, reimers, i set up my router to turn them. got enough wood right now to make about 100+ shafts, waiting on my trade bow to decide on size to make. i do ALOT of aerial hunting so i tend to lose them or give them to friends for their turkey wings and deer/bear hides.
98% of my arrows come from hardwood stores, HD, home hardware, reimers, i set up my router to turn them. got enough wood right now to make about 100+ shafts, waiting on my trade bow to decide on size to make. i do ALOT of aerial hunting so i tend to lose them or give them to friends for their turkey wings and deer/bear hides.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: scars on May 21, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Post by: scars on May 21, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
I'm going to send my swapbow tomorrow.
Sinew backed horn bow with snake skins.
Mr. **** will have to show pictures, sorry camera is dead r.i.p.
Joe
Sinew backed horn bow with snake skins.
Mr. **** will have to show pictures, sorry camera is dead r.i.p.
Joe
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on May 22, 2014, 10:22:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on May 22, 2014, 10:22:00 AM
i have leave it for curing... weather is very nice here so i do not need any hotbox or anything...
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-dsJOhjjmEDw/U34GjP5YWHI/AAAAAAAABmE/bh2WAUwvYiQ/w406-h541-no/20140522_171309.jpg)
the bow has some failure on some parts. i will take its pictures and post them here as well. so my opponent (you) can decide if you want this bow or not...
it does not look very pretty... but this is not a race or pretty contest, isn't it?
best.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-dsJOhjjmEDw/U34GjP5YWHI/AAAAAAAABmE/bh2WAUwvYiQ/w406-h541-no/20140522_171309.jpg)
the bow has some failure on some parts. i will take its pictures and post them here as well. so my opponent (you) can decide if you want this bow or not...
it does not look very pretty... but this is not a race or pretty contest, isn't it?
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 22, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on May 22, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
I got a wonderful surprise, yesterday, in the mail. I received my trade bow from BeachBowhunter aka Norbert Shultz. It is one beautiful piece of craftsmanship. I am slammed at work right now, but stole away a couple of minutes late yesterday to shoot it a couple dozen times. SWEET!!! She is fast, silent, and no hand shock. I have shot many different bows over the years and have a pretty good inventory of glass and wood bows, and this one shoots up there with the best of them. Mr. Shultz, I can't thank you enough!
I have been working on 4 different bows for my recipient, but had narrowed it down to 2. After receiving this bow, however, I am 2nd guessing myself. I sure would like to send out as good as I got, but I will have a hard time matching this one for sure. I haven't had a chance to take any pics, but you can see the bow at this post.
http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=011195;p=136
Thanks again Norbert!!
I have been working on 4 different bows for my recipient, but had narrowed it down to 2. After receiving this bow, however, I am 2nd guessing myself. I sure would like to send out as good as I got, but I will have a hard time matching this one for sure. I haven't had a chance to take any pics, but you can see the bow at this post.
http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=011195;p=136
Thanks again Norbert!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 23, 2014, 01:42:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 23, 2014, 01:42:00 AM
Awesome Kenny! That is a keeper for sure - beautiful and effective. A lot of advantages with a three piece. Great work Beachbowhunter!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on May 23, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on May 23, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Well I'm flying down I-27 headed north to Amarillo today and get this txt from my son.... Naw I didn't answer it I'm driving 77 mph lol... I handed it to my wife and said answer that for me. She said ah Colton says you gotta bow in the mail. I said cool next thing was who's it from. I won't be back home till Monday night but thanks a bunch Curt ..... I'll have some pics up Monday or Tuesday for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 24, 2014, 10:55:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on May 24, 2014, 10:55:00 AM
Well we are almost a quarter way done with the swap. A lot of good bows in the mail and at their new homes.
Now The last of the family has left I should be able to get on here at least once a day for updates, and work on my bow.
Now The last of the family has left I should be able to get on here at least once a day for updates, and work on my bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on May 25, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on May 25, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Got mine on Friday, found it on the porch as I was leaving for the cabin. Opened it, found an old arm guard and glove and shot about 20 arrows before leaving. I was only a little bit late picking up my brother.
The bow is from JRHunter it is a 68" hill style, 55#@27". The lams are all osage, with black glass on the back and clear glass over mahogany stained osage on the belly, with osage tip overlays.
The bow shoots great, I need to get some arrows made up for it now. Will get some pics up tomorrow, have a family get together today.
The bow is from JRHunter it is a 68" hill style, 55#@27". The lams are all osage, with black glass on the back and clear glass over mahogany stained osage on the belly, with osage tip overlays.
The bow shoots great, I need to get some arrows made up for it now. Will get some pics up tomorrow, have a family get together today.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 25, 2014, 11:50:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 25, 2014, 11:50:00 PM
I am tracking 8 bows in the mail. And we are 25% complete on the nose. And over 10% more are in the mail. So we are doing well.
I need to get working on mine. I have not touched it at all yet. I do have the back glued on but that was done a long while back.
I need to get working on mine. I have not touched it at all yet. I do have the back glued on but that was done a long while back.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on May 26, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on May 26, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
Got in about an hour before dark .... Dodged storms all the way home and saw the backside of one twister. Anyway got after the tube pretty quick and this slid out ;)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/57E813C6-FB45-44CB-9DC7-1E39B7786968.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/57E813C6-FB45-44CB-9DC7-1E39B7786968.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/4FF35D4B-2E1F-4E2B-856A-10B5E703D307.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/4FF35D4B-2E1F-4E2B-856A-10B5E703D307.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/8AC50597-DB13-4EB1-BBBD-BC7761ACF7A1.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/8AC50597-DB13-4EB1-BBBD-BC7761ACF7A1.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/BBD7876C-26BF-478A-A443-A9B2D3ECEBAB.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/BBD7876C-26BF-478A-A443-A9B2D3ECEBAB.jpg.html)
Supper nice bow...built by Curt Isaacson " 4est trekker "
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/57E813C6-FB45-44CB-9DC7-1E39B7786968.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/57E813C6-FB45-44CB-9DC7-1E39B7786968.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/4FF35D4B-2E1F-4E2B-856A-10B5E703D307.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/4FF35D4B-2E1F-4E2B-856A-10B5E703D307.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/8AC50597-DB13-4EB1-BBBD-BC7761ACF7A1.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/8AC50597-DB13-4EB1-BBBD-BC7761ACF7A1.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/BBD7876C-26BF-478A-A443-A9B2D3ECEBAB.jpg~original) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/BBD7876C-26BF-478A-A443-A9B2D3ECEBAB.jpg.html)
Supper nice bow...built by Curt Isaacson " 4est trekker "
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on May 26, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on May 26, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
Glad you got it safe and that you like it, Olin. I really hope it shoots well for you. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 26, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Post by: D on May 26, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
That's cool. I really wish I could write some where close to that on my bows. That looks really great. Good looking tips too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on May 27, 2014, 12:19:00 AM
Post by: WestTexan on May 27, 2014, 12:19:00 AM
Hope to shoot a few through it tomorrow... My yard is mostly mud right now we got over 6 inches of rain Friday evening an Saturday morning... We're catching up only .8 tenths of rain the last 6 months. Anyway here are a few pics of the one I'll be sending off this week.. Rawhide backed Osage.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/1CE0E8BC-4F0B-4069-9962-8D645F0AEF93.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/1CE0E8BC-4F0B-4069-9962-8D645F0AEF93.jpg.html)
Some Southwest Camo.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/1A46CFE3-A2AC-4506-9ED1-96604955F96B.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/1A46CFE3-A2AC-4506-9ED1-96604955F96B.jpg.html)
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/1CE0E8BC-4F0B-4069-9962-8D645F0AEF93.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/1CE0E8BC-4F0B-4069-9962-8D645F0AEF93.jpg.html)
Some Southwest Camo.
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r268/Flinthunter_bucket/Mobile%20Uploads/1A46CFE3-A2AC-4506-9ED1-96604955F96B.jpg) (http://s146.photobucket.com/user/Flinthunter_bucket/media/Mobile%20Uploads/1A46CFE3-A2AC-4506-9ED1-96604955F96B.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on May 27, 2014, 02:26:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on May 27, 2014, 02:26:00 AM
Very nice! I'm sure the recipient will love that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on May 27, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
Post by: D on May 27, 2014, 01:29:00 PM
Wow Texan that is great. I really like it. I lime the backing. Well done
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 27, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 27, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Nice west tex... Got my plan c in the oven now! Fingers and toes are crossed everything goes well.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 27, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 27, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
Very nice..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 27, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 27, 2014, 05:58:00 PM
Putting the final finish on mine. I should be shipping soon. :)
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on May 27, 2014, 07:01:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on May 27, 2014, 07:01:00 PM
Regretfully still in a holding pattern. I'll get some pics asap Mr. Morris :)
Great craftsmanship men !! (as always, but still amazing)
Great craftsmanship men !! (as always, but still amazing)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on May 27, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on May 27, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
I be looking for them, wish I could have participated this year!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 27, 2014, 11:42:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 27, 2014, 11:42:00 PM
Love the Osage and happy to say that I have my very own now thanks to the swap!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 28, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 28, 2014, 12:54:00 PM
Well, I have done a poor job of keeping things updated. Thanks to everyone here for all the help in getting me started with my first attempt at a glass bow. Since I am a Minnesota Vikings fan my first attempt was black glass with a purpleheart riser with a yellowheart I-beam and tips to match(purple and gold team colors). I figured it was for me so if it turned out funky looking that was fine and it was for experience too!
My trade bow has black glass and a cherry with maple I-beam riser. The tips and riser overlay are white phenolic, cherry and maple. I learned that the riser overlay work was a lot easier on an all wood bow. I hope it is OK as I know with more practice I can get better. I know I will not use the same epoxy on an overlay again as it was too thick and that's what caused some of my problems with smooth transitions between layers. I'm in the process of putting a finish on both right now.
I'll try to get some pics up when done.
My trade bow has black glass and a cherry with maple I-beam riser. The tips and riser overlay are white phenolic, cherry and maple. I learned that the riser overlay work was a lot easier on an all wood bow. I hope it is OK as I know with more practice I can get better. I know I will not use the same epoxy on an overlay again as it was too thick and that's what caused some of my problems with smooth transitions between layers. I'm in the process of putting a finish on both right now.
I'll try to get some pics up when done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 28, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 28, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Texan that bow is sweet looking. and is my new favorite until the next one is post that is.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on May 28, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on May 28, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Sorry it has taken so long to get these pictures up. Received the bow on Friday.
Thank you so very much Rick aka, "JRHunter" You hit one out of the park with this one.
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280555.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280555.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280557.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280557.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280556.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280556.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280558.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280558.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280560.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280560.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280561.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280561.jpg.html)
The bow is 68" hill style, all osage lams with black glass on the back and clear class over mahogany stained osage on the belly, and osage tip overlays. The handle wrap is done quite well and feel great in the hand. It shoots as great as it looks too.
Thank you so very much Rick aka, "JRHunter" You hit one out of the park with this one.
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280555.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280555.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280557.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280557.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280556.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280556.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280558.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280558.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280560.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280560.jpg.html)
(http://i1101.photobucket.com/albums/g433/DanLandis/P5280561.jpg) (http://s1101.photobucket.com/user/DanLandis/media/P5280561.jpg.html)
The bow is 68" hill style, all osage lams with black glass on the back and clear class over mahogany stained osage on the belly, and osage tip overlays. The handle wrap is done quite well and feel great in the hand. It shoots as great as it looks too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on May 28, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on May 28, 2014, 09:35:00 PM
Dan looks like you got yourself a winner! Congratulations on the new bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on May 28, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on May 28, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by rmorris:Couldn't have said it better!! Looks great at full draw
Dan looks like you got yourself a winner! Congratulations on the new bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on May 28, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on May 28, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Thanks Ralph, it's a good shooter and I never owned a hill style, so a winner for sure.
Missed you in this swap.
Missed you in this swap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 28, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 28, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
that is the great thing about the swap you really never know what you are going to get. but You can bet it will be awesome.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 28, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 28, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
My swap bow is close to done. It needs some more coats of finish, rest material, a string and some silencers. I will shoot it some more and pack it up and send it off to some victim.
It's black glass with a cherry riser and a maple I-beam. The tips and overlay are white phenolic, cherry and maple.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161210_374.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161210_374.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161154_193.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161154_193.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161251_816.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161251_816.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161727_613.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161727_613.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161756_870.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161756_870.jpg.html)
I had fun and learned a lot. I'm guessing there will be more bows in my future. :)
It's black glass with a cherry riser and a maple I-beam. The tips and overlay are white phenolic, cherry and maple.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161210_374.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161210_374.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161154_193.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161154_193.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161251_816.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161251_816.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161727_613.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161727_613.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161756_870.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161756_870.jpg.html)
I had fun and learned a lot. I'm guessing there will be more bows in my future. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on May 28, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on May 28, 2014, 10:32:00 PM
Nice Scott! Someone will be happy with that one!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on May 28, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on May 28, 2014, 11:07:00 PM
Looks great...nice grain in the cherry.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 29, 2014, 12:56:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on May 29, 2014, 12:56:00 AM
Wow - both of those last bows are sweet. love the leather color choice against the osage. Nice Cherry wood as well.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on May 29, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on May 29, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
sweet!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on May 29, 2014, 08:54:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on May 29, 2014, 08:54:00 AM
Wow Scott, nicely done!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on May 29, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
Post by: red hill on May 29, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
Well, I must have jinxed myself with worry over three failed attempts last year... My trade will not tiller evenly and now I have a whip tillered bow.
I have a second boo backed Osage floor tillered and will begin to tiller tomorrow.
The boo was too thick on the first. I was in a hurry when I began and didn't check the thickness before glue up.. I'll try to salvage it later. Maybe it'll make a kids bow..
At any rate I sent Kelly a pm and now I'm working bow number 2.
Don't fret, $)@&?(. You'll get a bow one way or the other.
Stan
All these gorgeous bows are also adding to the stress and anxiety of getting out a nice shooter!
I have a second boo backed Osage floor tillered and will begin to tiller tomorrow.
The boo was too thick on the first. I was in a hurry when I began and didn't check the thickness before glue up.. I'll try to salvage it later. Maybe it'll make a kids bow..
At any rate I sent Kelly a pm and now I'm working bow number 2.
Don't fret, $)@&?(. You'll get a bow one way or the other.
Stan
All these gorgeous bows are also adding to the stress and anxiety of getting out a nice shooter!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 29, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 29, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Got my bow roughed out today and I am happy with all the glue lines. I am a little over weight at around 70# but that is better than being under. I still have to round the edges over and it seems that I usually drop a ton of weight when I do that for some reason so I feel that I am heading in the right direction to end up between my victims specs.
Awful thing is that I don't know how much shooting in I will be able to do because I screwed up my shoulder at the gym and then again the other night at work. Really worried I have a torn rotator cuff. Planing on making a doctors appointment but I never have been a huge fan of docs so I'm trying the ice and tylenol method first.
I plan on making sure everything is all in line tomorrow and then start on the tips this weekend. I have some beautiful horn for the overlays which I will put on top of some zebra wood. Should really pop once the finish is put on it.
Any special things I need to know about horn overlays.... never used the stuff before???
Thanks guys,
Justin
Awful thing is that I don't know how much shooting in I will be able to do because I screwed up my shoulder at the gym and then again the other night at work. Really worried I have a torn rotator cuff. Planing on making a doctors appointment but I never have been a huge fan of docs so I'm trying the ice and tylenol method first.
I plan on making sure everything is all in line tomorrow and then start on the tips this weekend. I have some beautiful horn for the overlays which I will put on top of some zebra wood. Should really pop once the finish is put on it.
Any special things I need to know about horn overlays.... never used the stuff before???
Thanks guys,
Justin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 29, 2014, 02:41:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 29, 2014, 02:41:00 PM
A word of advice. See a doctor before you damage your shoulder beyond being able to shoot a bow again.. Horn tips are cake. Smooth On epoxy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on May 29, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Swissbow on May 29, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Finally started my swap bow.
Riser: Marble wood
Limbs: Hard Maple with Bocote veneers
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2692.jpg)
Ready for glue up...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2691.jpg)
__________
Andy
Riser: Marble wood
Limbs: Hard Maple with Bocote veneers
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2692.jpg)
Ready for glue up...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2691.jpg)
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on May 29, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on May 29, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
As I look at the calendar, I'm starting to panic a bit. Deadline will be here before I know it!
I started splicing my lams last night so I could glue up over the weekend. Unfortunately, the walnut had a touch of moisture still when the lams were cut and ground, so they have a bit of potato chip to 'em. I think they'll glue up just fine and they're at a good MC now. But they make my splice grinding setup a little frustrating.
I started splicing my lams last night so I could glue up over the weekend. Unfortunately, the walnut had a touch of moisture still when the lams were cut and ground, so they have a bit of potato chip to 'em. I think they'll glue up just fine and they're at a good MC now. But they make my splice grinding setup a little frustrating.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 29, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on May 29, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Here are some pics of where I am at with plan c
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/69C05A0F-D5DF-468F-9B47-377FE86B3968.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/69C05A0F-D5DF-468F-9B47-377FE86B3968.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/2E6707E0-B770-4F6E-9D3E-5E7DAD026C3B.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/2E6707E0-B770-4F6E-9D3E-5E7DAD026C3B.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/6EFC59EC-6E26-407D-AEC1-9FAB665B87A5.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/6EFC59EC-6E26-407D-AEC1-9FAB665B87A5.jpg.html)
Zebra wood riser, bamboo core, brown glass
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/69C05A0F-D5DF-468F-9B47-377FE86B3968.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/69C05A0F-D5DF-468F-9B47-377FE86B3968.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/2E6707E0-B770-4F6E-9D3E-5E7DAD026C3B.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/2E6707E0-B770-4F6E-9D3E-5E7DAD026C3B.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/6EFC59EC-6E26-407D-AEC1-9FAB665B87A5.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/6EFC59EC-6E26-407D-AEC1-9FAB665B87A5.jpg.html)
Zebra wood riser, bamboo core, brown glass
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on May 29, 2014, 05:19:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on May 29, 2014, 05:19:00 PM
a lot of nice looking bows coming together.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 29, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on May 29, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Great fade and glue lines!! You know I'm a fan of zebrawood. That will be a looker.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on May 29, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on May 29, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
"A lot of nice looking bows coming together" x 2!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on May 29, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on May 29, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
Man are there some sweet looking bows here and I'm sure they all shoot as well as they look.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on May 29, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on May 29, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Lots of good progress going here.
I wish I could take better pictures. Andy, that layout pic is great.
I wish I could take better pictures. Andy, that layout pic is great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on May 29, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on May 29, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by red hill:Just relax Red. I'm sure your bow will come out perfect. Just like last year! ;)
Well, I must have jinxed myself with worry over three failed attempts last year... My trade will not tiller evenly and now I have a whip tillered bow.
I have a second boo backed Osage floor tillered and will begin to tiller tomorrow.
The boo was too thick on the first. I was in a hurry when I began and didn't check the thickness before glue up.. I'll try to salvage it later. Maybe it'll make a kids bow..
At any rate I sent Kelly a pm and now I'm working bow number 2.
Don't fret, $)@&?(. You'll get a bow one way or the other.
Stan
All these gorgeous bows are also adding to the stress and anxiety of getting out a nice shooter!
Your bows are WELL worth the wait. Still my favorite
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on May 29, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on May 29, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Some great work. as I was thinking ahead now that I have a black snake and copper head skin I was think about doing a combo ch/bs/ch skin the copper head would accent the last 8-10". Might put as orange or red stain on the back of the hickory before I put the skins on. The black rat snakes here have a lot of read in the skins.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on May 30, 2014, 06:11:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on May 30, 2014, 06:11:00 AM
School is out and I can open up the shop doors..
Have the bamboo ready and the yew slat ready..
Pictures will be posted tomorrow..or the next..the kings are beginning to run in my local river...might have to take the kids and the boat out and try my luck.
Have the bamboo ready and the yew slat ready..
Pictures will be posted tomorrow..or the next..the kings are beginning to run in my local river...might have to take the kids and the boat out and try my luck.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 30, 2014, 07:32:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on May 30, 2014, 07:32:00 AM
Geeze guys! I'm gone for a few days and bows are just landing all over the place.
I've done a little reworking of my swap bow after the tip shearing debacle. Got new overlays on, retillered a bit, and it's been shot quite a bit at it's intended draw.
I can only imagine, I probably looked like I was shooting a yumi drawing back to my ear to get the proper draw length, but it seems to shoot well ...
I think I have lost a bit of speed in the break-in process, but still respectable ... I'm confident my recipient will be happy. Currently it's slightly assymetric, top limb is about 1.5" longer.
I've done a little reworking of my swap bow after the tip shearing debacle. Got new overlays on, retillered a bit, and it's been shot quite a bit at it's intended draw.
I can only imagine, I probably looked like I was shooting a yumi drawing back to my ear to get the proper draw length, but it seems to shoot well ...
I think I have lost a bit of speed in the break-in process, but still respectable ... I'm confident my recipient will be happy. Currently it's slightly assymetric, top limb is about 1.5" longer.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 30, 2014, 07:33:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on May 30, 2014, 07:33:00 AM
double post
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 30, 2014, 09:33:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 30, 2014, 09:33:00 AM
assymetric? HUH.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on May 30, 2014, 05:43:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on May 30, 2014, 05:43:00 PM
Yes Roy, Assymetric ... also known as one tip sheared off and one didn't, so it was shortened the minimum possible only on the broken end.
One day I'll get the hang of this bow building thing a bit and won't be in a constant process of fixing my mistakes.
One day I'll get the hang of this bow building thing a bit and won't be in a constant process of fixing my mistakes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on May 30, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on May 30, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
Ben, I know several bowyers that make thier longbows that way. I made one just to see what would happen. Could not feel any difference. I think it lets you keep more meat in the top limb.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on June 01, 2014, 03:59:00 AM
Post by: Swissbow on June 01, 2014, 03:59:00 AM
Finally my swap bow start to take shape. Roughed out the riser and added an phenol/marble wood - overlay...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2697.jpg)
__________
Andy
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2697.jpg)
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on June 01, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
Post by: D on June 01, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
Swiss thats nice.
All of them are nice
All of them are nice
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on June 01, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on June 01, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
They all look nice to me! Whichever one comes to my door might end up chasing big horns with me in August. Found out I drew a sheep tag in Colorado this year! :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 01, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Post by: soy on June 01, 2014, 05:09:00 PM
Looking good Swiss :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on June 01, 2014, 06:44:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on June 01, 2014, 06:44:00 PM
So I had a package on Friday out of the blue-it was the horn bow that scars sent out, and it's a beast. Actually it's made of multiple beasts, but that's splitting hairs. When I'm up and about from this bout in the bed I'll get some pictures. It's absolutely perfect for wheelchair archery. I couldn't have gotten any better from Saluki in my opinion. Now I need to get mine sent to my victim.
Also, what's the recommended brace height and draw length? Nothing was written on it and I don't want to break it. Not gonna mess up a dream bow for lack of knowledge.
Also, what's the recommended brace height and draw length? Nothing was written on it and I don't want to break it. Not gonna mess up a dream bow for lack of knowledge.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 02, 2014, 02:13:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on June 02, 2014, 02:13:00 AM
Yew slat...z-splice....
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140601_213047_zpsf3dc283b.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140601_213047_zpsf3dc283b.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140601_213047_zpsf3dc283b.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140601_213047_zpsf3dc283b.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 02, 2014, 02:14:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on June 02, 2014, 02:14:00 AM
Bamboo and yew...all prepped...ready for the glue.
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140601_212938_zps5fb5816b.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140601_212938_zps5fb5816b.jpg.html)
A little blurry...but you get the idea.
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140601_212938_zps5fb5816b.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140601_212938_zps5fb5816b.jpg.html)
A little blurry...but you get the idea.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 02, 2014, 11:20:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 02, 2014, 11:20:00 PM
that's going to be a good one kevin and nice knife.
ed I am sure it is tillered out to the draw you requested. But PM scars to make sure. I know he did not want to post much info about it for you are the only one drawing a yard stick.
ed I am sure it is tillered out to the draw you requested. But PM scars to make sure. I know he did not want to post much info about it for you are the only one drawing a yard stick.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 03, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 03, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
Spent the entire day on my trade bow. I'm still 8# over but with final sanding and such I think I will be on the high side of my victims weight. I hope you really like it %<>*+£€..... I really need to learn how to shape handles though. I am no where near as skilled as many of you. Here are some pics....
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/4B3CE3CB-17BC-4E8D-803A-9F761EB5CEE5.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/4B3CE3CB-17BC-4E8D-803A-9F761EB5CEE5.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/0138CC8E-042A-4324-8EEC-BED7F5F32BC9.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/0138CC8E-042A-4324-8EEC-BED7F5F32BC9.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/46784F95-E9B0-4C19-B40A-0B889A856167.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/46784F95-E9B0-4C19-B40A-0B889A856167.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/C187E2C5-C2C0-49ED-A41F-628499D8E307.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/C187E2C5-C2C0-49ED-A41F-628499D8E307.jpg.html)
I couldn't pull the bow to my victims draw length... My shoulder was on fire just pulling the draw to where it is. Now to take a few shots tomorrow and finish her up this week.
Justin
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/4B3CE3CB-17BC-4E8D-803A-9F761EB5CEE5.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/4B3CE3CB-17BC-4E8D-803A-9F761EB5CEE5.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/0138CC8E-042A-4324-8EEC-BED7F5F32BC9.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/0138CC8E-042A-4324-8EEC-BED7F5F32BC9.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/46784F95-E9B0-4C19-B40A-0B889A856167.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/46784F95-E9B0-4C19-B40A-0B889A856167.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/C187E2C5-C2C0-49ED-A41F-628499D8E307.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/C187E2C5-C2C0-49ED-A41F-628499D8E307.jpg.html)
I couldn't pull the bow to my victims draw length... My shoulder was on fire just pulling the draw to where it is. Now to take a few shots tomorrow and finish her up this week.
Justin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on June 03, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on June 03, 2014, 08:18:00 PM
I think that riser looks great Justin - very nice shape.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on June 03, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on June 03, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
You're crazy if you think the handle is "off" Justin. Ship it, I'll take good care of her :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on June 03, 2014, 09:08:00 PM
Post by: kennym on June 03, 2014, 09:08:00 PM
Looks great Justin, but now we know it aint goin to Roy, since you have trouble pullin it! :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 03, 2014, 09:15:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 03, 2014, 09:15:00 PM
nice bow Justin I know * is going to love it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 03, 2014, 09:16:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 03, 2014, 09:16:00 PM
looks great justin. 8# heavy don't bother me any 'tall. we's gots big squirrels up here. ;)
the handle looks good too. love the wood choice.
the handle looks good too. love the wood choice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on June 03, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on June 03, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Good lookin bow! I like the handle too! Looks classy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 03, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 03, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
That extra weight will just push the arrow right through the moose I'll shoot with it this fall. ;)
I see nothing at all wrong with your riser Justin. The whole bow looks good.
I took a long white tube to the post office after dinner tonight. Hopefully, by Monday or Tuesday it should arrive at it's destination. :pray:
Dave.
I see nothing at all wrong with your riser Justin. The whole bow looks good.
I took a long white tube to the post office after dinner tonight. Hopefully, by Monday or Tuesday it should arrive at it's destination. :pray:
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on June 03, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on June 03, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
That handle looks perfect to me Justin...I'm really diggin the zebrawood too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 03, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 03, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
8 pounds over.. Heck that Chevy hain't never seen 8 pounds.. :)
McKenzie, yer getten under me skin son..
McKenzie, yer getten under me skin son..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on June 03, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
Post by: D on June 03, 2014, 11:27:00 PM
Easy now Roy don't you go hating on chevy's.
Justin I like the shape of your riser. I see no problem with it at all. It looks great
Good looking knife to Kevin. I've never held a piece of yew in my hand I don't think. Looking forward to seeing how it comes out.
Justin I like the shape of your riser. I see no problem with it at all. It looks great
Good looking knife to Kevin. I've never held a piece of yew in my hand I don't think. Looking forward to seeing how it comes out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on June 04, 2014, 02:45:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on June 04, 2014, 02:45:00 AM
nice lookin bow
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on June 05, 2014, 02:40:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on June 05, 2014, 02:40:00 PM
Andy, looking good as usual.
Justin! I think that handle and the zebrawood looks killer. Keep it up man!
Haven't had much time to check in or get much work done ... real work is killing me lately ... need some finish sanding on my swap bow and a couple coats of poly but otherwise ready to go. Probably try to get it in the mail next weekend.
Justin! I think that handle and the zebrawood looks killer. Keep it up man!
Haven't had much time to check in or get much work done ... real work is killing me lately ... need some finish sanding on my swap bow and a couple coats of poly but otherwise ready to go. Probably try to get it in the mail next weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on June 05, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: Hill Hunter on June 05, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Was working from home today and heard a truck turn around and leave, so I walked out to see what was up.
saw this, must be the fishing Rods I have ordered.
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140605_135936822_zpse08bde9c.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140605_135936822_zpse08bde9c.jpg.html)
But much to my surprise i find this brown glass beauty hiding within.
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140605_140322329_zps8c8286bf.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140605_140322329_zps8c8286bf.jpg.html)
do not have time to shoot right now, but had to slide a string on it and see how she feels. smooooth.
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140605_140409424_zps173ab0e1.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140605_140409424_zps173ab0e1.jpg.html)
looks like it needs a little blood on the handle though, I will try to take care of that this fall.
saw this, must be the fishing Rods I have ordered.
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140605_135936822_zpse08bde9c.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140605_135936822_zpse08bde9c.jpg.html)
But much to my surprise i find this brown glass beauty hiding within.
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140605_140322329_zps8c8286bf.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140605_140322329_zps8c8286bf.jpg.html)
do not have time to shoot right now, but had to slide a string on it and see how she feels. smooooth.
(http://i885.photobucket.com/albums/ac56/Davidr_01/IMG_20140605_140409424_zps173ab0e1.jpg) (http://s885.photobucket.com/user/Davidr_01/media/IMG_20140605_140409424_zps173ab0e1.jpg.html)
looks like it needs a little blood on the handle though, I will try to take care of that this fall.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 05, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 05, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
:banghead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 05, 2014, 04:32:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 05, 2014, 04:32:00 PM
Beautiful. You gotta say who built it for ya! :readit:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 05, 2014, 07:26:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 05, 2014, 07:26:00 PM
Good looking bow....
So I couldn't sleep last night and at 0200 hours I went outside and shot my bow. It is super quiet and shoots exactly where I aimed. I am pumped with how it is turning out and now I just have to finish the little details!!
Don't worry ******** I will have it out in the mail probably next week. Just needs a little tweaking!
So I couldn't sleep last night and at 0200 hours I went outside and shot my bow. It is super quiet and shoots exactly where I aimed. I am pumped with how it is turning out and now I just have to finish the little details!!
Don't worry ******** I will have it out in the mail probably next week. Just needs a little tweaking!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 05, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 05, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Well we are almost 30% done the first dead line looms. We have 6 in the mail. I will push a list of who needs to ship by the first dead line.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on June 05, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on June 05, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
When my string material gets here I'll whip up an endless loop and get it out. It's ordered and shipped, shouldn't be long.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 05, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 05, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
Kelly I am amazed on how you keep this thing running as smooth as you do. Thanks for all of your work and I hope to be out right at the first deadline if all goes to plan.
I am glad I had those mishaps with my first two bows.... This one is defiantly my best build to date for a R/D.
Again thanks for all that you have done for us here on the swap!
I am glad I had those mishaps with my first two bows.... This one is defiantly my best build to date for a R/D.
Again thanks for all that you have done for us here on the swap!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on June 05, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Post by: Hill Hunter on June 05, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by beachbowhunter:I would really like to and give him a proper thanks, but try as I might I cannot find his handle on here, and I hate to post his name.
Beautiful. You gotta say who built it for ya! :readit:
So I will just say thank you Phil from Colorado.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 06, 2014, 07:53:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on June 06, 2014, 07:53:00 AM
Let's see... a little sleuthing in the TradGang directory turned up a Phil in Colorado that goes by the handle of GentlemanArcher. Searching his prior posts shows he signed up for the swap but hasn't been that active since.
Now that I've taken care of that for you David, how about a full draw pic for everyone? A few specs?
Now that I've taken care of that for you David, how about a full draw pic for everyone? A few specs?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on June 06, 2014, 08:25:00 AM
Post by: Hill Hunter on June 06, 2014, 08:25:00 AM
Thanks canopyboy;
and many thanks to Gentleman archer.
full draw will have to wait until hay is cut, but I will post it. 55#@28" 62"
and many thanks to Gentleman archer.
full draw will have to wait until hay is cut, but I will post it. 55#@28" 62"
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on June 06, 2014, 09:57:00 AM
Post by: macbow on June 06, 2014, 09:57:00 AM
A lot of very nice looking bows this year.
Update on. My swap bow. I signed up and at first our extra cold winter slowed me down. Then some type of arthritus settled in my hand and wrist and it was not possible to do any shop work.
I finally have,some medication for inflamitory arthritus and it has knocked the edge off.
I have a bamboo, red elm, and Osage tri-lam glued up.
This is my first tri-lam and I hope I make it on the first try since time is short. Can't pull a bow now so all the exercising will be on the tree and my recipient will have to shoot it in.
Update on. My swap bow. I signed up and at first our extra cold winter slowed me down. Then some type of arthritus settled in my hand and wrist and it was not possible to do any shop work.
I finally have,some medication for inflamitory arthritus and it has knocked the edge off.
I have a bamboo, red elm, and Osage tri-lam glued up.
This is my first tri-lam and I hope I make it on the first try since time is short. Can't pull a bow now so all the exercising will be on the tree and my recipient will have to shoot it in.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on June 06, 2014, 11:13:00 AM
Post by: Ranger44 on June 06, 2014, 11:13:00 AM
I thought I was going to ship today until I realized I hadn't written anything on the bow yet. So after a little writing and then some more coats of finish I will let it cure over the weekend and ship on Monday.
I did shoot it some more. I will be the first to admit my trad shooting skills need a of of work so I shot two types of arrows at a pretty short distance. It looks like the bow liked the cedar arrows best as they were straight as can be in the target and the carbons were not quite as straight. With a little tuning I'm sure either will work fine. Here's what the target looked like with six arrows form about 8 yards.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140606_090001_918.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140606_090001_918.jpg.html)
I did shoot it some more. I will be the first to admit my trad shooting skills need a of of work so I shot two types of arrows at a pretty short distance. It looks like the bow liked the cedar arrows best as they were straight as can be in the target and the carbons were not quite as straight. With a little tuning I'm sure either will work fine. Here's what the target looked like with six arrows form about 8 yards.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140606_090001_918.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140606_090001_918.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on June 07, 2014, 01:03:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on June 07, 2014, 01:03:00 AM
Hill hunter, Phil makes a pretty nice shooting bow. I got one from him last year. Managed to make meat with her on a nice 9 point buck thats currently sitting at the taxidermist :-)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 09, 2014, 02:13:00 AM
Post by: soy on June 09, 2014, 02:13:00 AM
Got plan b on a string.... Shape er up and hope this one holds together :pray:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140609_245619_671.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140609_245619_671.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 09, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 09, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Nice looking chunk of bocote...get 'er done!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: GentlemanArcher on June 09, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
Post by: GentlemanArcher on June 09, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
Thanks for the kind words HillHunter and talkingcabbage. I totally forgot to sign her. I hope she treats you well.
I'm signed up for a few triathlons this summer so have been a little less active than in the past. Still shooting up at the Game Lines Archery club here in Boulder when I can get the chance. They just re-worked the course...its fantastic, there are some insanely challenging shots now. Good stuff.
Kia Kaha
I'm signed up for a few triathlons this summer so have been a little less active than in the past. Still shooting up at the Game Lines Archery club here in Boulder when I can get the chance. They just re-worked the course...its fantastic, there are some insanely challenging shots now. Good stuff.
Kia Kaha
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on June 09, 2014, 02:50:00 PM
Post by: razorback on June 09, 2014, 02:50:00 PM
Got some good work done on a hickory backed hickory pyramid bow, this weekend. Will get more work done on it tonight and through the week. I also have a Hickory backed Ipe that may be a backup if something goes awry with this one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 09, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 09, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
I just checked the tracking service and there's a bow " out for delivery "
Check your porches!
Dave.
Check your porches!
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 09, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 09, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Well finished shaping and sanding my swap bow. I'm very pleased with the way it is turning out! Should be shipping on Friday. I got the first coat of gloss on it and plan on three more before lettering the bow up and then two coats of satin to knock down the glare.
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/A0B1BF40-4E68-4BC1-993B-DEE46DDFF564.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/A0B1BF40-4E68-4BC1-993B-DEE46DDFF564.jpg.html)
It's two pounds over and the best I could do. Hope ya like it!
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/A0B1BF40-4E68-4BC1-993B-DEE46DDFF564.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/A0B1BF40-4E68-4BC1-993B-DEE46DDFF564.jpg.html)
It's two pounds over and the best I could do. Hope ya like it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 09, 2014, 05:29:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 09, 2014, 05:29:00 PM
Well, yesterday I got all of my lams spliced, the riser sanded to profile, the form modified for a reverse handle, etc. Did a dry run last night and I couldn't get the gap to close up all the way on the fade. It's shallower than my prior bows, but the second curve as I bring the lam over the new back of the bow in one piece seems to be causing too much resistance. Either that, or as the ends of the limbs clamp down first, the lam cannot slide in enough to follow the curve of the riser. (Not a problem on my normal handled hills.) So I put it in the oven dry to see if I can basically bake a bend into the lams before I glue up. Didn't get a chance to check this morning, looking forward to heading home to see how it came out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on June 09, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on June 09, 2014, 06:37:00 PM
wWw Soy and Bow huntingetc, two great looking bows!Make some one happy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 09, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 09, 2014, 08:39:00 PM
Ok an update for those who are suppose to ship in the next 2 days. I want make it. I just came off crutches and my shop is out side and it is raining buckets here. I should make the grace. (I pray).
Moe told me he was having some minor issues but should be done in a week or so.
Westexan's bow is ready to ship but has been out of town due to illness and death of a loved one.
halfseminole is awaiting as string.
Red hill, LESKEN2011, eagleone, Pheonixarcher
shoot me an update. or post it here.
Moe told me he was having some minor issues but should be done in a week or so.
Westexan's bow is ready to ship but has been out of town due to illness and death of a loved one.
halfseminole is awaiting as string.
Red hill, LESKEN2011, eagleone, Pheonixarcher
shoot me an update. or post it here.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on June 09, 2014, 09:15:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on June 09, 2014, 09:15:00 PM
Wanted to give an update on my trade bow. Been coming along slowly. Work is crazy this spring. Here are some pics. I am not real happy with the string tracking of the limbs. I am a little further along that the pics show but may have to remake a limb. Don't know.
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140503_091531.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140503_091531.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140531_090529.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140531_090529.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140503_091531.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140503_091531.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140531_090529.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140531_090529.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 09, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 09, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Hot dang! It worked. Went down to the shop and the pressure had dropped to 60 psi in 24 hours including the oven cycle. But the fades were nice and tight. One end started to open up at 45 psi, and the other around 30. Not sure why the difference. I'll have to make sure it's centered in the form properly. I put a little pressure back on it to keep the shape until I can apply the smooth-on and re-cook later this week. I have to say, I was a bit worried about it after last night. Maybe that's why I couldn't sleep for carp? You know, wouldn't want to let *#^#@*# down...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 09, 2014, 09:28:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 09, 2014, 09:28:00 PM
Dave, Thad, and Justin -- those are awesome. Any of them heading to the mid-atlantic region?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on June 09, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on June 09, 2014, 09:47:00 PM
Canopyboy, we'll just have to see where she goes when I get it done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 09, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 09, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Mine may head north, south, east, or west of New Hampshire...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 09, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 09, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Dang Dave I love the wood combo and riser design.... I really wanna build something to that degree one day!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on June 09, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: red hill on June 09, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Finally have my plan B at a low brace pulling about 52-54 lbs. I can't understand why this is going so slowly...
All these bows are awesome, guys!
All these bows are awesome, guys!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 10, 2014, 01:29:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 10, 2014, 01:29:00 AM
David those look like static limb tips. I can only imagine how tough those could be to get tracking right. Nice work!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 10, 2014, 03:13:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 10, 2014, 03:13:00 AM
Kelly, I pulled the first limb out of the form tonight. Looks good, so I'll get number two in shortly. I've ran into a few unanticipated bumps along the way, and have been working too much OT lately to justify working in the shop much. But I finally have everything I need (except time) to get this bow done. I think it's gonna turn out real nice, as long as nothing else goes wrong. I hate that I'm going over the deadline, but, in this case, there wasn't much I could have done about it. Don't worry *******, you're gonna get a nice bow soon! One way or another.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 10, 2014, 01:12:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 10, 2014, 01:12:00 PM
My last coat of clear just went on. I have to serve a new string and ass the fur silencers... Shoot it a couple times and then ship it out. I'm hoping to have it all done tomorrow but I work till 4am and got to take my dog to the vets tomorrow. It will def be in the mail on Thursday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 10, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 10, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Ok Kelly my bow is hitting the road tomorrow. I'll get ya a tracking number tomorrow. Watch out everyone!!!
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/5610F146-B1CC-45DF-A3F4-5A57F648C326.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/5610F146-B1CC-45DF-A3F4-5A57F648C326.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/5610F146-B1CC-45DF-A3F4-5A57F648C326.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/5610F146-B1CC-45DF-A3F4-5A57F648C326.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on June 10, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: Jim Rocole on June 10, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
I check this everyday and I am continually amazed by the quality I see. Now I just need one of these darn things to land on my doorstep. I do have to admit I really like looking at each one and wondering if that's the one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on June 10, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on June 10, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
Nice bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on June 10, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on June 10, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Wooooooo!!!
Just got home from vacation and found a nice present on my doorstep!
Woodcarver2 sent me a dandy of a bow, it's all bamboo limbs with paduak maple walnut and jatoba riser. It is super nice work and I'm very happy it's finally in my greasy little hand.
He also sent a very nice bracer(?) which I'm looking forward to trying out some more. I might have to trim it down to child size but it is very fine work like the bow.
Sadly, the bow encountered a bit of turbulence on the way over from Ontario, and one of the horn tip overlays cracked right at the string groove and the end popped right off along the glue line with the backing.
I will get a new piece of antler on there ASAP so I can get you all some braced and drawn pics. You're gonna be jealous, it's a fine bow.
David, thank you for the great work. Don't sweat the tip, no ones fault. I will get her fixed right up and good as new in no time. What kind of finish is it so I can match it?
Just got home from vacation and found a nice present on my doorstep!
Woodcarver2 sent me a dandy of a bow, it's all bamboo limbs with paduak maple walnut and jatoba riser. It is super nice work and I'm very happy it's finally in my greasy little hand.
He also sent a very nice bracer(?) which I'm looking forward to trying out some more. I might have to trim it down to child size but it is very fine work like the bow.
Sadly, the bow encountered a bit of turbulence on the way over from Ontario, and one of the horn tip overlays cracked right at the string groove and the end popped right off along the glue line with the backing.
I will get a new piece of antler on there ASAP so I can get you all some braced and drawn pics. You're gonna be jealous, it's a fine bow.
David, thank you for the great work. Don't sweat the tip, no ones fault. I will get her fixed right up and good as new in no time. What kind of finish is it so I can match it?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 10, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 10, 2014, 11:48:00 PM
awesome another bow with its new owner.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 11, 2014, 07:12:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on June 11, 2014, 07:12:00 AM
Ben -- You're having a good year for swap bows and tips, aren't ya?
Congrats!
Congrats!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on June 11, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on June 11, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
hi all...
i was away for a while but this does not mean that i have run away. (i had to attend to exhibition for my fish counting machine)
now, i am back and ready to make some changes on the bow that i am building at the moment.
i have to remove some layers and some bits and pieces.
now it is in the gluing stage and i think i will finish it soon and post a picture here before ship it.
best.
i was away for a while but this does not mean that i have run away. (i had to attend to exhibition for my fish counting machine)
now, i am back and ready to make some changes on the bow that i am building at the moment.
i have to remove some layers and some bits and pieces.
now it is in the gluing stage and i think i will finish it soon and post a picture here before ship it.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 11, 2014, 04:13:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 11, 2014, 04:13:00 PM
My bow has shipped out and the label said that it should be there on Friday. I got it going two day Priority but I don't know how much I believe that. Keep an eye out for a large cardboard tube with duct tape ends.... Fingers cross it gets there in one piece and that *%&#*($ likes it as much as I did. It definitely is my best bow to date that I have built.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 11, 2014, 05:04:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 11, 2014, 05:04:00 PM
Ben, I'm glad you like the bow. I'm sorry it arrived with a damaged tip. If you need a piece of antler, I might be able to scrounge something up for you. I finished the bow with two coats of spray shellac followed by several coats of Minwax mat poly.
I hope you enjoy shooting it as much as I did. It's pretty snappy for an all natural material bow.
Dave.
I hope you enjoy shooting it as much as I did. It's pretty snappy for an all natural material bow.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on June 12, 2014, 08:08:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on June 12, 2014, 08:08:00 AM
oohhhhh nooooooooooo
nooottt agaaaaiiinnnnnnnn
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0aOG55Kvk6c/U5mWOymDM1I/AAAAAAAABng/Fwja5kwi7NQ/w703-h527-no/IMG00569-20140612-1450.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8L8TEAdEKIg/U5mWQeChUsI/AAAAAAAABns/45gvB8qdbOs/w703-h527-no/IMG00570-20140612-1450.jpg)
you see how wonderful veneer this is...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-MUGIq_oUguY/U5mWPQvqYWI/AAAAAAAABno/w-B59nVbTcA/w703-h527-no/IMG00571-20140612-1451.jpg)
i have worked hard for this bow but failed...
now i need an emergency plan quickly..
if i can not find one i will be shipping this not so long or short bow that i have build for myself but never used except for trial shooting...
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5lT_14ca3K8/U5mWRPh6q9I/AAAAAAAABn8/aoqszjNmF08/w703-h527-no/IMG00572-20140612-1453.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aYzVttmlPBo/U5mWSfepE-I/AAAAAAAABn0/Rx3bl3cKNfM/w703-h527-no/IMG00573-20140612-1454.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-z9A5KjdVlg0/U5mWTMhPgwI/AAAAAAAABoA/OdDUkoXXyHI/w703-h527-no/IMG00574-20140612-1454.jpg)
45 - 50# @28" with oak belly and bamboo+glass backed...
best.
nooottt agaaaaiiinnnnnnnn
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0aOG55Kvk6c/U5mWOymDM1I/AAAAAAAABng/Fwja5kwi7NQ/w703-h527-no/IMG00569-20140612-1450.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8L8TEAdEKIg/U5mWQeChUsI/AAAAAAAABns/45gvB8qdbOs/w703-h527-no/IMG00570-20140612-1450.jpg)
you see how wonderful veneer this is...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-MUGIq_oUguY/U5mWPQvqYWI/AAAAAAAABno/w-B59nVbTcA/w703-h527-no/IMG00571-20140612-1451.jpg)
i have worked hard for this bow but failed...
now i need an emergency plan quickly..
if i can not find one i will be shipping this not so long or short bow that i have build for myself but never used except for trial shooting...
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5lT_14ca3K8/U5mWRPh6q9I/AAAAAAAABn8/aoqszjNmF08/w703-h527-no/IMG00572-20140612-1453.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-aYzVttmlPBo/U5mWSfepE-I/AAAAAAAABn0/Rx3bl3cKNfM/w703-h527-no/IMG00573-20140612-1454.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-z9A5KjdVlg0/U5mWTMhPgwI/AAAAAAAABoA/OdDUkoXXyHI/w703-h527-no/IMG00574-20140612-1454.jpg)
45 - 50# @28" with oak belly and bamboo+glass backed...
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on June 12, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on June 12, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
oh man...that sucks so bad...
sorry dude..
:(
sorry dude..
:(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on June 12, 2014, 09:05:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on June 12, 2014, 09:05:00 AM
what were you using as a backing?
...looks dark and figured...
...looks dark and figured...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on June 12, 2014, 10:07:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on June 12, 2014, 10:07:00 AM
it is veneer only...
as backing i have used 2mm hornbeam strip...
well no time to feel sorry and mourning...
i have started the other one... hope this one work out... i have used the dimensions of bow called "patience" :)
here is 1st pic. of one limb...
tomorrow i will make other limb...
stuck is:
2mm hornbeam
8mm hornbeam
2mm hornbeam
(2mm hb at the curves belly)
total => 12mm + glass on back...
i am applying glass at the end of the process.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-kyuA0FQjmWU/U5mykporN0I/AAAAAAAABoc/NITXaI0jnRU/w703-h527-no/IMG00575-20140612-1656.jpg)
best
as backing i have used 2mm hornbeam strip...
well no time to feel sorry and mourning...
i have started the other one... hope this one work out... i have used the dimensions of bow called "patience" :)
here is 1st pic. of one limb...
tomorrow i will make other limb...
stuck is:
2mm hornbeam
8mm hornbeam
2mm hornbeam
(2mm hb at the curves belly)
total => 12mm + glass on back...
i am applying glass at the end of the process.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-kyuA0FQjmWU/U5mykporN0I/AAAAAAAABoc/NITXaI0jnRU/w703-h527-no/IMG00575-20140612-1656.jpg)
best
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on June 12, 2014, 10:09:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on June 12, 2014, 10:09:00 AM
good luck to ya!
:thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 12, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 12, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Bow's in the oven... Should go quickly now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on June 12, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on June 12, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Ink, hate to see that happen to you again. Just remember "Patience" is what it takes to make a bow. I sure hope this one works out for you.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 13, 2014, 04:36:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 13, 2014, 04:36:00 AM
Boy..."patience!"
You ain't kidding! Lol. I should've had this project done a long time ago, but I've had to have extreme patience with my job, and the others that have access to 'my' shop, and maintain that patience in the little bit of time that I get to work on bows so that I don't rush things. How I dream of the day when I have all the time and tools and money that I need to build bows on my own relaxing time frame. Some day! Until then, I guess I'll just have to be patient.
You ain't kidding! Lol. I should've had this project done a long time ago, but I've had to have extreme patience with my job, and the others that have access to 'my' shop, and maintain that patience in the little bit of time that I get to work on bows so that I don't rush things. How I dream of the day when I have all the time and tools and money that I need to build bows on my own relaxing time frame. Some day! Until then, I guess I'll just have to be patient.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 13, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 13, 2014, 08:27:00 AM
Bows out for delivery today.... Watch your front door steps!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 13, 2014, 02:54:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 13, 2014, 02:54:00 PM
My oldest daughter (and suddenly the current holder of "favorite daughter" title) just texted me a picture of a tube in my house that was delivered today.
I called her to have her read me the sender's name. I can't wait to get these last couple things at work done and race home....
I called her to have her read me the sender's name. I can't wait to get these last couple things at work done and race home....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on June 13, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on June 13, 2014, 03:33:00 PM
I've had a little setback with back problems. Haven't done much bow work(or any other work)for a few weeks but I promise I'll have her ready before the deadline. d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 13, 2014, 04:10:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 13, 2014, 04:10:00 PM
Hope you heal up soon, Pat...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 13, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 13, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Holy smokes! This bow is awesome! Details to follow after I go play with it until dark...
Take care of yourself Pat. Don't rush the body to meet a deadline. I think anyone on this swap would happily wait for a Pat B bow!
Take care of yourself Pat. Don't rush the body to meet a deadline. I think anyone on this swap would happily wait for a Pat B bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 13, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 13, 2014, 06:30:00 PM
:campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 13, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 13, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Post pics canopyboy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on June 13, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on June 13, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
WooHooo !!!
after the worst couple weeks of work I come home to find a nice little cardboard tube. Thanks Jeff !!
Eagleone sent a great looking bow-board bow right?
I will get pics up by Sunday. Hope to shoot it soon
after the worst couple weeks of work I come home to find a nice little cardboard tube. Thanks Jeff !!
Eagleone sent a great looking bow-board bow right?
I will get pics up by Sunday. Hope to shoot it soon
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on June 14, 2014, 12:31:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on June 14, 2014, 12:31:00 AM
(http://forums.bit-tech.net/picture.php?albumid=2497&pictureid=38915)
scars did an amazing job on this bow. That's drawn to 32" without stacking. I'm betting it will go further. Yes, I know the top tunc has come apart and is slipping. I'm gonna redo it in leather for weight saving. I honestly feel bad shooting carbons from it.
And yes, I am standing enough to shoot, and walking enough on some days to get my arrows. I can't do it every day, and I still require the chair mostly, but it's progress and I'll take it.
scars did an amazing job on this bow. That's drawn to 32" without stacking. I'm betting it will go further. Yes, I know the top tunc has come apart and is slipping. I'm gonna redo it in leather for weight saving. I honestly feel bad shooting carbons from it.
And yes, I am standing enough to shoot, and walking enough on some days to get my arrows. I can't do it every day, and I still require the chair mostly, but it's progress and I'll take it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on June 14, 2014, 04:05:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on June 14, 2014, 04:05:00 AM
That's a great looking bow.What is the draw weight?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on June 14, 2014, 09:03:00 AM
Post by: razorback on June 14, 2014, 09:03:00 AM
Ed, nice bow and good to see you on your feet.
Mine is coming along nicely but slow. I prefer to miss a deadline than rush the bow. Will hopefully get it shooting this weekend. To my bowyer, if you have my bow done and are waiting to ship I apologize, but if you are still working on it, take your time and relax. I'm not an impatient person, thanks for your work.
Mine is coming along nicely but slow. I prefer to miss a deadline than rush the bow. Will hopefully get it shooting this weekend. To my bowyer, if you have my bow done and are waiting to ship I apologize, but if you are still working on it, take your time and relax. I'm not an impatient person, thanks for your work.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 09:10:00 AM
That's awesome Ed! Glad to hear it.
Gonna finish this cup of coffee and wander down to the shop and pull the bow out of the oven. My honey-do list isn't that big yet (wife is sick), so I'm hoping to get the bow shooting before the day is out. That may be pushing my luck though. The good thing is that tomorrow is Father's Day and yet I've been voluntold to help teach scuba to the girl scouts. I'm hoping to leverage that into more free time today...
Gonna finish this cup of coffee and wander down to the shop and pull the bow out of the oven. My honey-do list isn't that big yet (wife is sick), so I'm hoping to get the bow shooting before the day is out. That may be pushing my luck though. The good thing is that tomorrow is Father's Day and yet I've been voluntold to help teach scuba to the girl scouts. I'm hoping to leverage that into more free time today...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 09:58:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 09:58:00 AM
Ok, so the bow pics:
Sorry, after shooting last night I was reminded that we had obligations at the neighbor's party where they were making Gin & Tonics with an apparent shortage of tonic. So posting pictures needed to wait until I had slept in and had my coffee this morning. Justin - My apologies for the wait.
(http://i.imgur.com/3ubTWaF.jpg)
The tube had been smashed little on the back, but it turned out not to be a problem as my bowyer had wrapped the bow in 38 layers of foam and bubble wrap and two rolls of yellow masking tape. It actually took me over 5 minutes to get to my bow. But it was worth the work.
(http://i.imgur.com/suKbyq5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aTyqjDn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EPKDLuZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LjNtNf4.jpg)
Justin (bowhuntingeverything####) wasn't kidding that he had made a fine bow. This thing was awesome. If this is his best, I'd have been happy with his next best too.
The bow is 63# at 29", brown glass front and back with I'm guessing 4 lams of bamboo? The first time I pulled it back, it felt like Justin's scale might have been reading light. Or I'm just getting weaker after visiting ole Roybert...
That was as far as I got for a couple of hours as a few duties at home called. (The girls and I had to have the house cleaned before mom came home.) A little later we went outside to try it out. The full draw pic (also the first shot pic):
(http://i.imgur.com/825n4qN.jpg)
This bow flat-out zings an arrow. Its tillering is great, I can't feel any handshock even with arrows that are probably too light for it. Finish is flawless and the string with muskrat(?) silencers makes for a quiet shot. I put about 50 arrows through it out to about 40 yards until I started to get tired. Hopefully today I can tweak the nocking point a bit and work on some heavier arrows. (Although priority 1 is getting my recipient's bow done.)
Thanks Justin!
:clapper:
Sorry, after shooting last night I was reminded that we had obligations at the neighbor's party where they were making Gin & Tonics with an apparent shortage of tonic. So posting pictures needed to wait until I had slept in and had my coffee this morning. Justin - My apologies for the wait.
(http://i.imgur.com/3ubTWaF.jpg)
The tube had been smashed little on the back, but it turned out not to be a problem as my bowyer had wrapped the bow in 38 layers of foam and bubble wrap and two rolls of yellow masking tape. It actually took me over 5 minutes to get to my bow. But it was worth the work.
(http://i.imgur.com/suKbyq5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aTyqjDn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EPKDLuZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LjNtNf4.jpg)
Justin (bowhuntingeverything####) wasn't kidding that he had made a fine bow. This thing was awesome. If this is his best, I'd have been happy with his next best too.
The bow is 63# at 29", brown glass front and back with I'm guessing 4 lams of bamboo? The first time I pulled it back, it felt like Justin's scale might have been reading light. Or I'm just getting weaker after visiting ole Roybert...
That was as far as I got for a couple of hours as a few duties at home called. (The girls and I had to have the house cleaned before mom came home.) A little later we went outside to try it out. The full draw pic (also the first shot pic):
(http://i.imgur.com/825n4qN.jpg)
This bow flat-out zings an arrow. Its tillering is great, I can't feel any handshock even with arrows that are probably too light for it. Finish is flawless and the string with muskrat(?) silencers makes for a quiet shot. I put about 50 arrows through it out to about 40 yards until I started to get tired. Hopefully today I can tweak the nocking point a bit and work on some heavier arrows. (Although priority 1 is getting my recipient's bow done.)
Thanks Justin!
:clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on June 14, 2014, 10:18:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on June 14, 2014, 10:18:00 AM
I don't know the draw weight either, but it's not very hard on my shoulders. Draw length is up in the air, as that's a 32" carbon and I can pull it to the point easily. Looking to make some longer arrows and try them out now. Shouldn't be too difficult.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on June 14, 2014, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: Crittergetter on June 14, 2014, 10:57:00 AM
Sweet bow Canopy! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 02:44:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 02:44:00 PM
Question for those who haven't received a bow yet. (I'm hoping my recipient chimes in....)
I was way off on my new bow design. Roughed out I have it at 12 pounds over the top of his 5# range. I know I can shed some weight by narrowing it up a little still, and some more by trapping the back and final sanding. That should get me down to within 5# of the top of his range which is definitely within what he builds for himself even if it's more than he asked for. Thoughts? I love the bow I got that's 3# over the top of my range.
I was way off on my new bow design. Roughed out I have it at 12 pounds over the top of his 5# range. I know I can shed some weight by narrowing it up a little still, and some more by trapping the back and final sanding. That should get me down to within 5# of the top of his range which is definitely within what he builds for himself even if it's more than he asked for. Thoughts? I love the bow I got that's 3# over the top of my range.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 14, 2014, 04:25:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 14, 2014, 04:25:00 PM
If it were to be mine, I'd be fine going a bit high. I'll just work my way up to the weight.
Besides, that just so much more umph to push that arrow through a moose. Or with my luck, through the twig to get to the moose! :knothead:
Dave.
Besides, that just so much more umph to push that arrow through a moose. Or with my luck, through the twig to get to the moose! :knothead:
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 05:02:00 PM
Well, never mind. I got it down to within 2# and it seems to shoot pretty good. I took it out to 40 yds to see the cast and I'm happy with it. Maybe just a touch of thump to tweak out still and a finer grit sanding before finish. Betcha that it will land on the money when I'm done. Didn't know I could take that much weight off of a glass bow, but there you have it. I'll post some teaser pics when I can get the camera back from my kids.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on June 14, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on June 14, 2014, 08:44:00 PM
Dave - Congrats on receiving such a nice bow. Bring that thing up with you next time you're in town for me to play with too.
Well done Justin!!!!!
Well done Justin!!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 14, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Here are the promised teaser pics for **********; my first attempt at a reverse handle Hill bow:
(http://i.imgur.com/Gowc5Mx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7lJ2DgL.jpg)
Was a good day, pulled it out of the cold oven late this morning. Ending the day with 2 coats of sealer applied and string made. Still needs grain filler, finish coats, handle wrap and nocking point. We'll see what next weekend holds, probably ship a week from Monday.
Hope you like it.
(http://i.imgur.com/Gowc5Mx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7lJ2DgL.jpg)
Was a good day, pulled it out of the cold oven late this morning. Ending the day with 2 coats of sealer applied and string made. Still needs grain filler, finish coats, handle wrap and nocking point. We'll see what next weekend holds, probably ship a week from Monday.
Hope you like it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 14, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 14, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
yep, i like it!! when should i expect it? ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on June 14, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on June 14, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
Man that looks sweet!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 15, 2014, 01:56:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on June 15, 2014, 01:56:00 AM
Any bow that looks as cool as that hill style could be 10lbs over and it would right as rain...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 15, 2014, 02:06:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 15, 2014, 02:06:00 AM
Looks slick! That is a lot to get done in one day.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on June 15, 2014, 10:31:00 AM
Post by: Jim Rocole on June 15, 2014, 10:31:00 AM
a little extra weight wouldn't bother me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 15, 2014, 01:48:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 15, 2014, 01:48:00 PM
Great progress going on here guys! I got my second limb out of the oven, and a little progress on the riser. The ball is rolling now.
Congrats on the fine bows gentlemen! Canopy, that thing is sweet!
Congrats on the fine bows gentlemen! Canopy, that thing is sweet!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on June 15, 2014, 03:53:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on June 15, 2014, 03:53:00 PM
That reverse hill bow looks sweet...those tip wedges are flawless!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on June 15, 2014, 07:39:00 PM
Post by: red hill on June 15, 2014, 07:39:00 PM
Got somebody's bow pulling 52#@20". Hoping to be applying finish this week. Only have 10-13" more, or less, to go!
:bigsmyl:
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 15, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 15, 2014, 08:23:00 PM
Nice bow ya got there, David..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 15, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 15, 2014, 08:25:00 PM
Nice work, Justin.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 15, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 15, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Lol been wondering where ya been ya dinosaur!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 15, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 15, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
I'm not sure what you're going for there roybert, your artistic side is failing me...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on June 15, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on June 15, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0413_zps6a5048e5.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0413_zps6a5048e5.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0412_zpsa26c88f6.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0412_zpsa26c88f6.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0411_zps55d2d4b5.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0411_zps55d2d4b5.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0412_zpsa26c88f6.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0412_zpsa26c88f6.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0411_zps55d2d4b5.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0411_zps55d2d4b5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on June 15, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on June 15, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0410_zps97c33d1c.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0410_zps97c33d1c.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0408_zps75b52bc0.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0408_zps75b52bc0.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0406_zpse38b8fe7.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0406_zpse38b8fe7.jpg.html)
Not sure why photobucket distorted the pics, sorry Jeff.Shot a couple arrows thru her- super quiet!! Really a sweet surprise
now to get my butt in gear and finish mine....
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0408_zps75b52bc0.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0408_zps75b52bc0.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0406_zpse38b8fe7.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0406_zpse38b8fe7.jpg.html)
Not sure why photobucket distorted the pics, sorry Jeff.Shot a couple arrows thru her- super quiet!! Really a sweet surprise
now to get my butt in gear and finish mine....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 17, 2014, 04:37:00 AM
Post by: soy on June 17, 2014, 04:37:00 AM
Got the tiller close to where I want...gonna sand er down,put a tell tale coat on it and give it 200 more shots.should be putting finish coats on it this weekend....sorry ##### for the delay
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 17, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 17, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
Pictures soy lol!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 17, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Post by: soy on June 17, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
OK....they're all pics from the early stages but I believe you will get the idea lol.....I do believe that I am going to put a beaver tail handle wrap on but I will not glue it down in caseXxx prefers the wood handle
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 17, 2014, 02:27:00 PM
Post by: soy on June 17, 2014, 02:27:00 PM
Lol forgot the pics...I will get better ones soon
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140606_205016_578.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140610_031240_671.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140610_031049_772.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140606_205016_578.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140610_031240_671.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140610_031049_772.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 17, 2014, 04:58:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 17, 2014, 04:58:00 PM
That looks great soy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 17, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 17, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
Looking good! Take your time, I'm patient. :)
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on June 17, 2014, 06:06:00 PM
Post by: Swissbow on June 17, 2014, 06:06:00 PM
I'm almost done with my swap bow. Did some test shooting today. I guess it's ok...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhMXqEklDhg
__________
Andy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhMXqEklDhg
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on June 17, 2014, 06:23:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on June 17, 2014, 06:23:00 PM
Looks great to me!!!
Soy, I'd definitely go with the beavertail on that one.
Soy, I'd definitely go with the beavertail on that one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 17, 2014, 07:03:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 17, 2014, 07:03:00 PM
Looks like a shooter to me swiss
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 17, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on June 17, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
That bow looks pretty snappy Swiss.. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 17, 2014, 08:43:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 17, 2014, 08:43:00 PM
looks great swiss!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on June 18, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: Swissbow on June 18, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Applied the finish today and here is my swap bow.
Deflex/Reflex Longbow: 58@29
Riser: Marble Wood
Limbs: Hard Maple with Bocote veneers
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2738.jpg)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2733.jpg)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2735.jpg)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/d339dcdd-cd1b-4944-bc8f-a7016619ac3b.png)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2737.jpg)
__________
Andy
Deflex/Reflex Longbow: 58@29
Riser: Marble Wood
Limbs: Hard Maple with Bocote veneers
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2738.jpg)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2733.jpg)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2735.jpg)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/d339dcdd-cd1b-4944-bc8f-a7016619ac3b.png)
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2737.jpg)
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 18, 2014, 05:44:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on June 18, 2014, 05:44:00 PM
Very nice Swiss!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on June 18, 2014, 05:49:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on June 18, 2014, 05:49:00 PM
wowza! :eek:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 18, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 18, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Zradix:x2 and it's the perfect weight. :pray:
wowza! :eek:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 19, 2014, 04:06:00 AM
Post by: soy on June 19, 2014, 04:06:00 AM
very nice swiss!
I shot 50 more arrows....took a bit of set,very damp here this week I guess it may have something to do with it.....got the second coat of tru oil on it,two to three more coats and on to the wrap and string :archer:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140619_023846_395.jpg) (http://s1082.photobucket.com/user/thadsoy/media/IMG_20140619_023846_395.jpg.html)
I shot 50 more arrows....took a bit of set,very damp here this week I guess it may have something to do with it.....got the second coat of tru oil on it,two to three more coats and on to the wrap and string :archer:
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140619_023846_395.jpg) (http://s1082.photobucket.com/user/thadsoy/media/IMG_20140619_023846_395.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on June 19, 2014, 07:12:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on June 19, 2014, 07:12:00 AM
latest info about swap...
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-w403TzaoybE/U6LCn2G1DYI/AAAAAAAABqI/NVwDtuIQyCI/w362-h483-no/20120101_045627.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D32TJ0PtE8k/U6LCjnNpWCI/AAAAAAAABp8/IrkBtdj2pmU/w362-h483-no/20120101_045638.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-zuL5xKhUJeA/U6LCbmfQojI/AAAAAAAABpk/-mXsvbjwHZs/w362-h483-no/20120101_045700.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tbzsRh_fbPU/U6LCWW3sIwI/AAAAAAAABpY/-yJg8-_-Z4M/w362-h483-no/20120101_045730.jpg)
on the 3rd image there is little slider on the handle but it was hidden under the limb.
this is new invention for a take down process... shall be known as big ink method :D lol
hope you like it... i am planning to leave top part of handle as it is... bark overlayed.
best.
ps. little less to go... shape handle, cleaning, finishing, shipping...
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-w403TzaoybE/U6LCn2G1DYI/AAAAAAAABqI/NVwDtuIQyCI/w362-h483-no/20120101_045627.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-D32TJ0PtE8k/U6LCjnNpWCI/AAAAAAAABp8/IrkBtdj2pmU/w362-h483-no/20120101_045638.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-zuL5xKhUJeA/U6LCbmfQojI/AAAAAAAABpk/-mXsvbjwHZs/w362-h483-no/20120101_045700.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-tbzsRh_fbPU/U6LCWW3sIwI/AAAAAAAABpY/-yJg8-_-Z4M/w362-h483-no/20120101_045730.jpg)
on the 3rd image there is little slider on the handle but it was hidden under the limb.
this is new invention for a take down process... shall be known as big ink method :D lol
hope you like it... i am planning to leave top part of handle as it is... bark overlayed.
best.
ps. little less to go... shape handle, cleaning, finishing, shipping...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on June 19, 2014, 11:12:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on June 19, 2014, 11:12:00 AM
I'm off the long string with my trade bow. Did first brace at "0" but will shorten my tillering string for a better reading. Not too long now but I need a bit more time at it which is hard to come by these. I'll keep y'all posted.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on June 19, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on June 19, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Andy, as always your bows are a work of art, looks great!
Very interesting design you have there Ink. Is there a bolt through the limb into the riser that holds it all together?
Very interesting design you have there Ink. Is there a bolt through the limb into the riser that holds it all together?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on June 20, 2014, 04:53:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on June 20, 2014, 04:53:00 AM
yes... true...
there is a bolt and nuts couple there to hold them all together...
for the bolt i am planning to make special handle with polyester and feather so there will be good looking top of bolt.
btw: this is my last try for this year's swap. if this is not as good as i expected, i will be shipping off one of my recent made (not able to use them yet) bow.
this one...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7X1AYYPScoE/UUrjgluYFSI/AAAAAAAAAjs/x1i1RWJsxjI/w700-h525-no/IMG00474-20130321-1223.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jOscL2sLjyw/UUrjicWOI7I/AAAAAAAAAj4/k354ZJB5jVc/w700-h525-no/IMG00476-20130321-1225.jpg)
or this one:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-5lT_14ca3K8/U5mWRPh6q9I/AAAAAAAABoM/ndcUQpx9N2I/w700-h525-no/IMG00572-20140612-1453.jpg)
which one do you think could be good for my receipent?
best.
there is a bolt and nuts couple there to hold them all together...
for the bolt i am planning to make special handle with polyester and feather so there will be good looking top of bolt.
btw: this is my last try for this year's swap. if this is not as good as i expected, i will be shipping off one of my recent made (not able to use them yet) bow.
this one...
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7X1AYYPScoE/UUrjgluYFSI/AAAAAAAAAjs/x1i1RWJsxjI/w700-h525-no/IMG00474-20130321-1223.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jOscL2sLjyw/UUrjicWOI7I/AAAAAAAAAj4/k354ZJB5jVc/w700-h525-no/IMG00476-20130321-1225.jpg)
or this one:
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-5lT_14ca3K8/U5mWRPh6q9I/AAAAAAAABoM/ndcUQpx9N2I/w700-h525-no/IMG00572-20140612-1453.jpg)
which one do you think could be good for my receipent?
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on June 20, 2014, 07:30:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on June 20, 2014, 07:30:00 AM
I dunno, but I sure like the looks of that last one!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 20, 2014, 04:47:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 20, 2014, 04:47:00 PM
X2 for the second one.
Dave
Dave
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 20, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 20, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
Awesome work coming together here for sure. 23 bows received and 8 in the mail we are just under a 3rd done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on June 21, 2014, 06:25:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on June 21, 2014, 06:25:00 AM
Good news from me as well- my latest limbs seem to hit the aimed drawweight after finnish exactly within range`s middle. The only thing left to worry about is a little flex on the pads and "strange" hinges belly and backsides in full draw... but not as bad as many other recurves often look then^^
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on June 21, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on June 21, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
My glass did not make it in yesterday, as I hoped. I will spend today getting the new handle pieces ready so I can get it glued up tonight. Maybe the glass will be in today so I can glue up the new bow up tonight. I did get my new thickness planer, though. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 21, 2014, 11:15:00 AM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 21, 2014, 11:15:00 AM
You know you have to show us tool junkies your new toy! :D
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on June 21, 2014, 11:54:00 AM
Post by: David Flanrey on June 21, 2014, 11:54:00 AM
Well, as things sometime don't go so well, things have not been going so well with my trade bow. First, could not get the first set of limbs to line up properly. I fought them for several days and decided to make them over. This morning the second set blew up on me.
Gonna start completely over!! :mad:
Gonna start completely over!! :mad:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on June 21, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on June 21, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
I got to use the new planer to re-purpose an old bed frame for a bow form this morning as part of my getting used to the new tool. I will try to get pics up later today. i love it so far!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 23, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Post by: soy on June 23, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
got the beaver tail ready and on for the rough shape
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140622_225033_071.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140623_240152_172.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140622_225033_071.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140623_240152_172.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on June 23, 2014, 03:20:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on June 23, 2014, 03:20:00 AM
that's looking beautiful Thad.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on June 23, 2014, 07:51:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on June 23, 2014, 07:51:00 AM
I love beavertail....that stuff wears like iron! Do you have enough left for a strike plate to match?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on June 23, 2014, 01:25:00 PM
Post by: soy on June 23, 2014, 01:25:00 PM
I do :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on June 23, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on June 23, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
That is gonna be sweet soy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on June 23, 2014, 02:51:00 PM
Post by: red hill on June 23, 2014, 02:51:00 PM
I tried to put a beaver tail grip on my trade bow last year but it didn't work out. I love the way they look!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on June 23, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: razorback on June 23, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Still moving shavings on mine. Getting time is tough at the moment, but will have a bow shortly.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on June 23, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
Post by: macbow on June 23, 2014, 08:34:00 PM
Well plan A fell through. With my left hand not working I couldn't get the short string on soon enough. Kept tillering and made it too weak.
# 2 is on the form drying. Determined to meet the deadline.
# 2 is on the form drying. Determined to meet the deadline.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 23, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 23, 2014, 09:54:00 PM
Spraying Krystal tonight for the first time. Having trouble getting the gun set right, but otherwise like the stuff. Dries fast and sands up nice. Another 30 minutes and I'll head down to label the bow and apply the (hopefully) final coat.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on June 23, 2014, 10:24:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on June 23, 2014, 10:24:00 PM
I got the tips flipped today. Moving at a snails paste. d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on June 23, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on June 23, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
I got tips flipped today. Moving at a snails pace...but still moving! d;^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on June 24, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
Post by: macbow on June 24, 2014, 10:38:00 AM
Got my planB BBI. Trilam out of the form and cleaned up this morning.
Now to get the riser/handle made and glued on.
Now to get the riser/handle made and glued on.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 24, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 24, 2014, 05:41:00 PM
Pat at least you are moving. Have not shaved any wood and I am past my deadline.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on June 24, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: red hill on June 24, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Me, too, Kelly. Glueing a bamboo backing on an Osage board tomorrow for número tres. I think I'll start doing three "practice" bows every time I start a bow from now on. This is getting old!
:knothead: :deadhorse:
:knothead: :deadhorse:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 24, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on June 24, 2014, 10:30:00 PM
Handle and backing on a yew bamboo combo...
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/output_zpsys8qajjh.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/output_zpsys8qajjh.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/output_zpsys8qajjh.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/output_zpsys8qajjh.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on June 25, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on June 25, 2014, 10:18:00 PM
Tonight I had the pleasure of test driving the bow canopyboy will be sending his recipient. Dang, it's a sweet shooter and will make somebody very happy. I'm now thinking that the next one I build for myself will be similar.
I also got to try out the bow Justin built for him. Very nice work Justin and that sucker shot a heavy ash arrow with authority.
I'm now kind of regretting not getting in the swap this year, but I wasn't sure of the time my work schedule was going to allow this past spring. Next year....
I also got to try out the bow Justin built for him. Very nice work Justin and that sucker shot a heavy ash arrow with authority.
I'm now kind of regretting not getting in the swap this year, but I wasn't sure of the time my work schedule was going to allow this past spring. Next year....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on June 26, 2014, 08:03:00 PM
Post by: razorback on June 26, 2014, 08:03:00 PM
Glad I'm not the only delinquent, Kelly. My hickory pyramid is coming along nicely, just have to manage the humidity so it doesn't do anything funny.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on June 26, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
Post by: Walt Francis on June 26, 2014, 09:07:00 PM
I am a little late, got tied up with 75-80 hour weeks at work for the past month. Then with the St. Jude's auction, haven't had time to even look at wood let alone do any shaping. It he slowed down and I blocked out this weekend. My goal is to ship it on Tuesday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 28, 2014, 10:51:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on June 28, 2014, 10:51:00 AM
I hear ya Walt.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 28, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 28, 2014, 08:35:00 PM
That's a quick turn around Walt!
Today I stripped the finish all of the way off my swap bow and started over. Just sprayed the last coat. Handle wrap is already formed and dyed. Tomorrow morning I apply the wrap early before taking it to the range to show off and put a couple more arrows through it before wrapping it up and sending it next week. *************** should have it by next weekend I'm hoping, although the holiday might delay shipping a touch.
Today I stripped the finish all of the way off my swap bow and started over. Just sprayed the last coat. Handle wrap is already formed and dyed. Tomorrow morning I apply the wrap early before taking it to the range to show off and put a couple more arrows through it before wrapping it up and sending it next week. *************** should have it by next weekend I'm hoping, although the holiday might delay shipping a touch.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 29, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 29, 2014, 09:05:00 PM
Wow, nothing worth posting since yesterday?
Well, I've got some pictures to prove I'm done. Bow will ship on Wednesday.
(http://i.imgur.com/tFiwkx4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xXBMzlZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DqzISWM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aB2I1ge.jpg)
I'm still trying to get used to the look of a reverse handle Hill bow, but it only takes one shot to get used to the way they shoot. I think Sweka and I will both be making another one like this bow before too long.
-Dave
Well, I've got some pictures to prove I'm done. Bow will ship on Wednesday.
(http://i.imgur.com/tFiwkx4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xXBMzlZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DqzISWM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aB2I1ge.jpg)
I'm still trying to get used to the look of a reverse handle Hill bow, but it only takes one shot to get used to the way they shoot. I think Sweka and I will both be making another one like this bow before too long.
-Dave
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on June 29, 2014, 09:09:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on June 29, 2014, 09:09:00 PM
Great looking bow- that riser is awesome! What's the light colored wood in it?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 29, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 29, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Curly maple. But I made the I-beam a bit too wide, so most of it disappeared as I brought the grip to size. Kinda left a cool effect when done though, and the cocobolo really looks better anyhow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on June 29, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on June 29, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Really sharp looking bow, Canopy! I like everything about that stick. Great work! :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on June 29, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on June 29, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Very nice...I love the wood combo!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 29, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 29, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
looks real good canopy!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on June 29, 2014, 11:02:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on June 29, 2014, 11:02:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by canopyboy:Yes Sir! I definitely see the next bow I build for myself being very similar to this one.
... I think Sweka and I will both be making another one like this bow before too long.
-Dave
Great Job Dave!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 29, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 29, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Nice bow for sure. I know ***** is going to love the way it shoots also.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 29, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 29, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
That one is sharp! I've always wanted a reverse handle hill!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on June 29, 2014, 11:29:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on June 29, 2014, 11:29:00 PM
I got things lined up today and am within 6# to 8# of final weight. I'll start shaping the tips and handle, get the bow sanded and do a bit of shooting. I know I'm getting close to my deadline but it should go out on time.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 12:17:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 12:17:00 AM
That reverse handle is pretty slick.. I wouldn't mind throwing some arrows through it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 12:19:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 12:19:00 AM
Here is some progress..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/output_zpsy23od7tw.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/output_zpsy23od7tw.jpg.html)
Moose horn overlays..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/output_zpsy23od7tw.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/output_zpsy23od7tw.jpg.html)
Moose horn overlays..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 12:36:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 12:36:00 AM
The glue lines...
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/output_zpsszp7lk80.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/output_zpsszp7lk80.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/output_zpsszp7lk80.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/output_zpsszp7lk80.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on June 30, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on June 30, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Couple nice bows! Like the reverse handle and especially the curly maple.Re the moose horn tips been wanting to ask some one this, does antler or horn ever seem to crack when used, as I noticed some of my antler stock always gets cracks in it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 02:51:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 02:51:00 AM
I soak it in super thin ca glue..seems to stabilize it..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on June 30, 2014, 10:47:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on June 30, 2014, 10:47:00 AM
Nice reverse handle! I am getting ready to build a curly maple / cocobolo riser for a three piece takedown and wondered how they would look together. You answered that...I think that is a great wood combo.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 30, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 30, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
I was out working in the garage this morning when the mailman pulled up next to my driveway. I thought YES!! The swap bow is here! The I watched as he walked across the road to put mail in the boxes. So, I said to myself, he'll get rid of the regular stuff, then he'll pull a long tube out of the van before he leaves.
No such luck. :( He never parks on my side of the road! OH the anticipation! :)
Dave.
No such luck. :( He never parks on my side of the road! OH the anticipation! :)
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on June 30, 2014, 01:54:00 PM
Post by: macbow on June 30, 2014, 01:54:00 PM
Well plan B went Boom. Don't know why, broke straight across at mid limb.
Skipping the tri-lam plan C will be just Bamboo backed Osage.
Skipping the tri-lam plan C will be just Bamboo backed Osage.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on June 30, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on June 30, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
That sucks. I think I was up to Plan F a couple years ago. Luckily, F was for "Finally Finished."
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on June 30, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on June 30, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
Shipped mine today. ******* will have to post pics, I didn't take any. Made the string too, and as mine hold on my swap bow, I'm sure it will hold for him.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on June 30, 2014, 08:20:00 PM
The upper limb needs a bit more work but I am way above the target weight...plenty of wood to play with..
I will say that yew and bamboo make for a very light bow in the hands..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140630_160310_zpsxdox9yae.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140630_160310_zpsxdox9yae.jpg.html)
I will say that yew and bamboo make for a very light bow in the hands..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140630_160310_zpsxdox9yae.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140630_160310_zpsxdox9yae.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 30, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on June 30, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Looking good everyone! I just started a new job today, so the swapper has been put on hold for a few days. I ran into a small problem that has held me up a bit. I'll get some pics up hopefully after this weekend.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on June 30, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on June 30, 2014, 10:37:00 PM
Been busy since my second set of trade bow limbs delaminated. Here is where I'm at now. Decided to start completely from scratch.
Riser is walnut and wild pecan. Limbs are some pretty colorful hackberry. One limb out of oven and cut to length, one limb in oven tonight.
Here are a few pics. Looks like I'm gonna be late this year. I hate late!!
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140625_164541.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140625_164541.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140625_164617.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140625_164617.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140625_164700.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140625_164700.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140630_185651.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140630_185651.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140630_185709.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140630_185709.jpg.html)
Riser is walnut and wild pecan. Limbs are some pretty colorful hackberry. One limb out of oven and cut to length, one limb in oven tonight.
Here are a few pics. Looks like I'm gonna be late this year. I hate late!!
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140625_164541.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140625_164541.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140625_164617.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140625_164617.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140625_164700.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140625_164700.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140630_185651.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140630_185651.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140630_185709.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140630_185709.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on June 30, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on June 30, 2014, 11:01:00 PM
Ok there are 9 in the mail. I will sit down and look I think I have some past the first ship with no updates might be time to just boot.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on June 30, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on June 30, 2014, 11:05:00 PM
thats going to make for a very nice takedown. limbs look great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 01, 2014, 12:17:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 01, 2014, 12:17:00 AM
Been away for a few days... And I must say that there is some great progress. Canopy boy that bow looks amazing! David and Kevin both are looking awesome!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on July 01, 2014, 02:19:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on July 01, 2014, 02:19:00 AM
What the heck is hackberry? It looks great!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 01, 2014, 03:52:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on July 01, 2014, 03:52:00 AM
My favorite spot in the garage..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/B972B6DD-E95E-4800-BAA2-3427DD0B3E09_zpsft3mt705.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/B972B6DD-E95E-4800-BAA2-3427DD0B3E09_zpsft3mt705.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/B972B6DD-E95E-4800-BAA2-3427DD0B3E09_zpsft3mt705.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/B972B6DD-E95E-4800-BAA2-3427DD0B3E09_zpsft3mt705.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on July 01, 2014, 06:27:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on July 01, 2014, 06:27:00 AM
Looks like I`m going to use a plan B to; the hybrids 3pc conversion doesn`t do like it`s supposed to...
(based on this) (http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010364#000000)
the p-lam wedge made it a whip and really hard chore to brace also I`m not confident with the TD mounts :(
Looks like I`ve to go back to something finished like my previously shown 62-64" R/D or use one of the unfinished from stock- and pay the extra fees for overlength....
(like this or similar...) (http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010781#000000)
(based on this) (http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010364#000000)
the p-lam wedge made it a whip and really hard chore to brace also I`m not confident with the TD mounts :(
Looks like I`ve to go back to something finished like my previously shown 62-64" R/D or use one of the unfinished from stock- and pay the extra fees for overlength....
(like this or similar...) (http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010781#000000)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 01, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 01, 2014, 10:00:00 AM
Beach. hackberry is normally a white wood. Grows everywhere around our parts. I got this from Kenny a couple months back and ground the lams myself. It has a lot of color.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on July 01, 2014, 11:53:00 AM
Post by: rmorris on July 01, 2014, 11:53:00 AM
David, that is an all American bow! Just in time for the 4th.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 01, 2014, 12:49:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 01, 2014, 12:49:00 PM
I got my new glass in and 2 new risers done. I should get them both glued up by this weekend so the best one can go out next week. I sent you a couple of emails and a pm's, Kelly, but didn't get a reply on my update.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on July 01, 2014, 08:14:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on July 01, 2014, 08:14:00 PM
lookin good everybody. Kevin H I think you might be hinging a bit in the fade in the left limb.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 02, 2014, 02:58:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on July 02, 2014, 02:58:00 AM
Echatham..
It could have been, but I think everything is looking much better..right now its sitting right in the middle of the target weight range @ 28"....
Its all sanded down to 400, with a steel wool burnish..
I am undecided on the finish/stain.. Any suggestions?
The specs are:
68 tip to tip, just over 66 ntn..
Xx@28"...bamboo on yew..
The new uni-bond 800 makes for near invisible glue lines..
Wrapped handle or stitched?...
Personally, this bow hurls heavy arrows with gusto. I will have photos of the target up later.
I still have inset the arrow plate and rest, but that will have to wait until I return from Oregon on the 8th.
I will have to make its twin as soon as I can, I really enjoy how this bow feels and shoot.
It could have been, but I think everything is looking much better..right now its sitting right in the middle of the target weight range @ 28"....
Its all sanded down to 400, with a steel wool burnish..
I am undecided on the finish/stain.. Any suggestions?
The specs are:
68 tip to tip, just over 66 ntn..
Xx@28"...bamboo on yew..
The new uni-bond 800 makes for near invisible glue lines..
Wrapped handle or stitched?...
Personally, this bow hurls heavy arrows with gusto. I will have photos of the target up later.
I still have inset the arrow plate and rest, but that will have to wait until I return from Oregon on the 8th.
I will have to make its twin as soon as I can, I really enjoy how this bow feels and shoot.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on July 02, 2014, 03:47:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on July 02, 2014, 03:47:00 AM
Finally made up my mind and chose one that was already finished;
(http://fletchers-corner.de/download/file.php?id=55635&mode=view)
I also presented it here (http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010781#000000) .
It will of course get a personal writing for the recipient, some more coats of tru oil, a new string and be shipped by the end of the week- really hope he`ll like it as I consider it the very most suitable for his/her favours/demands....
Ed.: the weight was first measured wrong and also I chopped a lil`...
(http://fletchers-corner.de/download/file.php?id=55635&mode=view)
I also presented it here (http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=125;t=010781#000000) .
It will of course get a personal writing for the recipient, some more coats of tru oil, a new string and be shipped by the end of the week- really hope he`ll like it as I consider it the very most suitable for his/her favours/demands....
Ed.: the weight was first measured wrong and also I chopped a lil`...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 02, 2014, 05:07:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 02, 2014, 05:07:00 AM
I am sure your recipient will love that bow Moem, it looks great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 02, 2014, 05:08:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 02, 2014, 05:08:00 AM
I am sure your recipient will love that bow Moem, it looks great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on July 02, 2014, 10:01:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on July 02, 2014, 10:01:00 AM
Beautiful bow - MoeM!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on July 02, 2014, 10:31:00 AM
Post by: macbow on July 02, 2014, 10:31:00 AM
Plan C is glued up including the,handle.
Hope to start on tillering this afternoon.
Hope to start on tillering this afternoon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on July 02, 2014, 03:51:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on July 02, 2014, 03:51:00 PM
Dropped the bow off about 30 minutes ago. Somebody to the west of me might get a bow on Saturday, but definitely by Monday.
Whoo-hoo! I'm in before the 13th... Now to sit back and watch the remaining parade of bows on my screen. Some great looking bows out there.
Whoo-hoo! I'm in before the 13th... Now to sit back and watch the remaining parade of bows on my screen. Some great looking bows out there.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on July 02, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on July 02, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
I have been slow due to some things beyond my control, but my bow will be in the mail in about 2 weeks. There is very little left to do to it before it gets mailed.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 02, 2014, 10:16:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 02, 2014, 10:16:00 PM
looks good moe!! like that riser color.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on July 03, 2014, 01:37:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on July 03, 2014, 01:37:00 PM
Thanks guys- you helped showing me that I`ve picked the right decision...
Only picking a afford- and relieable logistic, ~8000km and the US customs are between the bow and his new owner :p
Only picking a afford- and relieable logistic, ~8000km and the US customs are between the bow and his new owner :p
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 04, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 04, 2014, 09:53:00 PM
Happy Independence day every one. I will look at my messages tomorrow and get back to every tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on July 05, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on July 05, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
I got my swap bow....I think.
Its a hickory selfbow but I don't know who to thank because there is nothing written on the bow not even specs and nothing but a zip code on the shipping tube.
On my way toba 3d shoot now so will post a couple pics later today.
Thanks for the bow mystery builder.
Cory
Its a hickory selfbow but I don't know who to thank because there is nothing written on the bow not even specs and nothing but a zip code on the shipping tube.
On my way toba 3d shoot now so will post a couple pics later today.
Thanks for the bow mystery builder.
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on July 05, 2014, 10:19:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on July 05, 2014, 10:19:00 AM
That was mine, I have trouble writing legibly because of my hand being trashed and I didn't want to trash your bow. Hickory with maple and walnut veneers, and stingray grip and arrow pass? I just hope it works out for you. Tillered all the way to 30" so your 29" will be just fine.
Let me know if there are any problems.
Let me know if there are any problems.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on July 05, 2014, 11:18:00 AM
Post by: macbow on July 05, 2014, 11:18:00 AM
Making progress. Plan C is tillered and has a couple of coats of finish.
Now waiting on a trip to the store for more finish.
Now waiting on a trip to the store for more finish.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on July 06, 2014, 01:27:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on July 06, 2014, 01:27:00 AM
Showing delivered....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: GentlemanArcher on July 06, 2014, 07:41:00 PM
Post by: GentlemanArcher on July 06, 2014, 07:41:00 PM
Recieved. It's beautiful. Thank you canopy boy. I've been liking the idea of a forward handle hill for a while now. Now I have one! It's like I ordered it. The details and finish are fantastic. I'll post pics in a few days of it up a my local range.
GA.
Oh and I love the "Kia kaha" signature
GA.
Oh and I love the "Kia kaha" signature
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 07, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 07, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Well we are only a 3rd done and have 11 bows in the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on July 08, 2014, 08:20:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on July 08, 2014, 08:20:00 AM
I know I'm down to the wire here but I'll get it packed and in the mail today. I'll email you, Kelly, when I drop it in the post.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on July 08, 2014, 10:40:00 AM
Post by: halfseminole on July 08, 2014, 10:40:00 AM
Least I didn't drag forever for my first year. Was a real concern after the stroke.
Wonder if I should do this again next year? My recipient would probably be best suited to say...
Wonder if I should do this again next year? My recipient would probably be best suited to say...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on July 08, 2014, 11:47:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on July 08, 2014, 11:47:00 AM
Boom! Its in the mail, and should be on it's way west by the end of the day. Should arrive at it's destination by Friday, just in time for the weekend. Kelly, I PM'd you the tracking info.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on July 08, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Post by: macbow on July 08, 2014, 12:21:00 PM
Trying to ship today.
Missed weight by 2 pounds on the low side.
Would have liked to tiller a little more but would have lost too much weight.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg2-1.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg2-1.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg3.jpg.html)
Missed weight by 2 pounds on the low side.
Would have liked to tiller a little more but would have lost too much weight.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg2-1.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg2-1.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg3.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: halfseminole on July 08, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
Post by: halfseminole on July 08, 2014, 12:26:00 PM
I realize my above post could have been construed as antagonistic to other bowyers. I simply meant myself against myself, as after the stroke I had a long conversation with myself about joining, which I did in the end. I feared I would not be able to deliver, and it feels good to have followed through on my promise to the group.
Felt so good I bought a bandsaw. Looking forward to next year's swap.
Felt so good I bought a bandsaw. Looking forward to next year's swap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on July 08, 2014, 12:58:00 PM
Post by: razorback on July 08, 2014, 12:58:00 PM
Humidity has made getting my hickory bow finished, very difficult. Have had it in a room with a dehumidifier and will work on it this afternoon and see how it feels. I have a plan c, if this keeps giving me problems.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on July 08, 2014, 01:17:00 PM
Post by: Swissbow on July 08, 2014, 01:17:00 PM
Sent mine off today.
__________
Andy
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 08, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 08, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
I have made some good progress on my take down. Got it strung up and no twist. Also, the limbs did not blow up. Ha Ha
It is out of tiller and I am working on that. It is also heavy and working on that. Sorry no pics. Try to post some later this week.
It is out of tiller and I am working on that. It is also heavy and working on that. Sorry no pics. Try to post some later this week.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 08, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 08, 2014, 10:07:00 PM
ok 3 more in the mail so that should be 14 in all.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on July 08, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on July 08, 2014, 10:14:00 PM
Kelly my bow is in a tube setting by my kitchen table ready to go. The wife was going to send it off yesterday but she had to make a quick trip up to Amarillo her mom suddenly got Sick and is in the hospital with high fever... Being 85 that's not good. I've had several PM's with Kelly the last 5 or 6 weeks and it's been a really bad couple months for me... Put my last coats of Polly on my swap bow back on May 22. Looking good till 23rd and mother inlaw gets sick... 4 days in Amarillo back on Monday after the Holliday, big rain while I was out of town and had a couple sky lights leak and worked 2 evenings after work and got those fixed. Don't won't to bore anyone but it gets worse... Get a call from my dad not feeling good so me my wife and sister run up to New Mexico to check on him, not good he kinda yellow. He goes to the doc for a checkup on Monday June 2 and he's told he needs to go to Lubbock ASAP. Well to make a very long week short we found out on Wed. He most likely had cancer and Thursday morning the results came in and it was a stage 4 liver cancer and Sunday the 8 th he passed away. Man it was tuff but I'm glad he didn't suffer long. Now it's still not over mom inlaw sick and my best friend and cousin is laid up with cancer in the bone don't have but a few days left..... Big guy 6'2 over 300 and now maybe 180 prolly less. He gave me several take down bows he could no longer shoot and several 100 arrows last year. I'm praying he doesn't hurt any longer, every day has been a bad one for him since my dad's funeral. Anyway it's been a tough one and I'm glad I finished the bow when I did or I'm sure it wouldn't have got done anytime soon. I really hope to get it out this week, with all my time off things got way behind at work and the this past weekend I was on call but thankfully I didn't get called out and got the bow in a tube ready to ship. I'll let you know Kelly when it's shipped... This P.O here is open Monday thru Friday 9 to 4 so it's hard for me to be there when it's open.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 08, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 08, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Bows can wait! Take care of that family!!! Prayers sent.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on July 08, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
Post by: Dwillo on July 08, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
"Bows can wait! Take care of that family!!! Prayers sent".
X2
I haven't posted much here but the above couple posts struck a cord with me. As someone who has worked in healthcare nearly 30 years I've seen the toll health issues can have on a family. These are just bows. Take care of family first and don't stress over a deadline. I've seen some amazing generosity among the members here and I'm sure your recipient will understand if its a little late.
X2
I haven't posted much here but the above couple posts struck a cord with me. As someone who has worked in healthcare nearly 30 years I've seen the toll health issues can have on a family. These are just bows. Take care of family first and don't stress over a deadline. I've seen some amazing generosity among the members here and I'm sure your recipient will understand if its a little late.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on July 08, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on July 08, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
X3
Heck with the bow. Take care of your family!
Heck with the bow. Take care of your family!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 08, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 08, 2014, 11:33:00 PM
I agree...I'm sure that whoever your recipient is, will gladly wait to receive that bow. Take care of your family and don't sweat the small stuff.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 09, 2014, 08:32:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 09, 2014, 08:32:00 AM
Man thats some grief for one family, sure hope things improve, and my thoughts are with you.As others say I'm sure your recipient will understand.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on July 09, 2014, 09:04:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on July 09, 2014, 09:04:00 AM
MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU OLIN.
Take care of what's important.
:pray:
Take care of what's important.
:pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on July 09, 2014, 05:16:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on July 09, 2014, 05:16:00 PM
We just do this for fun. Take care of your family and yourself first.
Dave.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on July 09, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on July 09, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
I agree 100% with the others! This is all for fun. Family matters are way more important. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Buddy
Buddy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jim Rocole on July 10, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
Post by: Jim Rocole on July 10, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
Kelly
You can mark me as received. I got a wonderful one piece from LittleBen this afternoon in the mail. I will post some pics when I get the chance. Man I love this Bow Swap.
Jim
You can mark me as received. I got a wonderful one piece from LittleBen this afternoon in the mail. I will post some pics when I get the chance. Man I love this Bow Swap.
Jim
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 11, 2014, 08:06:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 11, 2014, 08:06:00 AM
I have been slammed at work this week. All done except the finish. A couple of coats today and couple more tomorrow. I hope sending it out on Monday will be OK.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on July 11, 2014, 08:52:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on July 11, 2014, 08:52:00 AM
Well I screwed up my third attempt. I will make another but it WILL be late getting to its new owner.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Sacred mt on July 11, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Post by: Sacred mt on July 11, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
If all goes well it should be in the mail by next week:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on July 11, 2014, 01:15:00 PM
Post by: razorback on July 11, 2014, 01:15:00 PM
Olin,best wishes and prayers to the family.
Pat, i am a patient man, I'll happily wait for your bow.
Pat, i am a patient man, I'll happily wait for your bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:44:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:44:00 PM
Wel[I (http://i.imgur.com/QcoOAMe.jpg?1)MG]h (http://i.imgur.com/PW3e4n2.jpg?1)ttp:/ (http://i.imgur.com/Kqt8MC0.jpg?1%5B/IMG%5BIMG%5Dhttp://i.imgur.com/l7Dyfgh.jpg?1%5B/%5BIMG%5Dhttp://i.imgur.com/JvJwv99.jpg?1)IMG]]/i.imgur.com/l7Dyfgh.jpg?1[/IMG] Well I finally got it done and it's in the mail.Hope ***** likes it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:46:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:46:00 PM
There were more pictures .Guess I don't know what I'm doin.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:49:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:49:00 PM
(//h%5BIMG%5Dhttp://i.imgur.com/JvJwv99.jpg?1)ttp://i.imgur.com/l7Dyfgh.jpg?1[/IMG]
Here are a couple more.
Here are a couple more.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on July 11, 2014, 02:50:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on July 11, 2014, 02:50:00 PM
My gosh that's a SHARP looking bow!...DANG!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:52:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:52:00 PM
I give on the pictures.Thanks Zradix.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:58:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 02:58:00 PM
[IM (http://i.imgur.com/l7Dyfgh.jpg?1)G]http://i.[IMG]http://i.imgur.com/l7Dyfgh.jpg?1]Don't know why I can't get all the pictures to come up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on July 11, 2014, 03:32:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on July 11, 2014, 03:32:00 PM
I am completely floored by that bow!
If it shoots 1/8 as good as it looks it's a sweet shooter..lol
If it shoots 1/8 as good as it looks it's a sweet shooter..lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on July 11, 2014, 03:36:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on July 11, 2014, 03:36:00 PM
Yes! That is a good looking bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 11, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 11, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
That is absolutely gorgeous...I hope it's coming to PA!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 11, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 11, 2014, 05:35:00 PM
wow! incredible looker. whats the tracking number? just so we can help keep an eye on it in the mail for you so it don't get lost. :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on July 11, 2014, 06:27:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on July 11, 2014, 06:27:00 PM
Hell thats a sharpie... I`d love to recieve her for sure! Definitly one of the hotttttest bows I`ve ever seen!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on July 11, 2014, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on July 11, 2014, 07:45:00 PM
WOW! I agree with the others, a very sharp looking bow!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on July 11, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: soy on July 11, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
holy smokes!!!!! more pictures and some details please ...nice Bow :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on July 11, 2014, 08:32:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on July 11, 2014, 08:32:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by soy:Yea- more...
holy smokes!!!!! more pictures and some details please ...nice Bow :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: SportHunter on July 11, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Post by: SportHunter on July 11, 2014, 08:50:00 PM
Awesome bow Jorgy, great lines.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 11, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Thanks guys,I don't have any more pictures except for a draw picture before it was finished.Now it's on its way to its recipient,so he will have to give you more.Its zebra wood veneers under clear glass on the back and black glass on the belly.Cherry actionwood cores.The riser is charcoal diamondwood and zebra wood with red coretuff accents.The tip overlays are zebra wood with clear glass over that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on July 11, 2014, 10:34:00 PM
Post by: red hill on July 11, 2014, 10:34:00 PM
Beeuuatiful bow,Jorgy! :clapper:
I've given up posting pics... I never get it right!
I've given up posting pics... I never get it right!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 11, 2014, 10:45:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 11, 2014, 10:45:00 PM
that bow is an absolute stunner!As others say bet it is a real shooter!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on July 12, 2014, 12:27:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on July 12, 2014, 12:27:00 AM
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0488_zps7bceda40.jpg) (//%5Burl=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0488_zps7bceda40.jpg.html) ]web page[/URL]
Thought I could post some progress. Definitely gonna be a week or two until I ship. :( Sorry gents.
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0485_zpsd5322637.jpg) (//%5Burl=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0485_zpsd5322637.jpg.html) ]web page[/URL]
Thought I could post some progress. Definitely gonna be a week or two until I ship. :( Sorry gents.
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/DSC_0485_zpsd5322637.jpg) (//%5Burl=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/DSC_0485_zpsd5322637.jpg.html) ]web page[/URL]
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 12, 2014, 04:07:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 12, 2014, 04:07:00 PM
Nice work. The bad news is I am no where finished on a bow. Heck have not really done anything. Since I got out of my cast wife honey do list and other commitments are keeping me from it. Good news is I plan on going to mojam. That will be nothing but bow making. I am going to get my bo done if I have to pay dave to do it. :) I also had my sisiters boy ask me to make him one. So I want to get him one done to. If all goes will I will leave Be making shavings all day Thursday, Friday and Saturday. I also Plan on getting a few arrows done. I have some hill cane Pat sent me plus some dogwood that really need just one more heat treatment and wench work and they should be ready to fletch and a pointy thingy on and shoot.
Well that is my update. Sorry **************************************************I seem to never ship on time. But I do get one made. I have a couple of back ups that are amost ready to shoot but I have my eye on a good ole hedged stave now.
Well that is my update. Sorry **************************************************I seem to never ship on time. But I do get one made. I have a couple of back ups that are amost ready to shoot but I have my eye on a good ole hedged stave now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 12, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on July 12, 2014, 10:53:00 PM
All finished...
Nothing fancy, but it does throw an arrow..
It will ship on Monday..
40-60@28"....bamboo and yew,,
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/A87A917A-4C74-4C38-BE64-F3B85AA742AC_zps5r4gntab.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/A87A917A-4C74-4C38-BE64-F3B85AA742AC_zps5r4gntab.jpg.html)
Nothing fancy, but it does throw an arrow..
It will ship on Monday..
40-60@28"....bamboo and yew,,
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/A87A917A-4C74-4C38-BE64-F3B85AA742AC_zps5r4gntab.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/A87A917A-4C74-4C38-BE64-F3B85AA742AC_zps5r4gntab.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 12, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on July 12, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
I did dress up the handle just a bit..
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/IMG_20140712_181747_zpsdux5pnsf.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/IMG_20140712_181747_zpsdux5pnsf.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/IMG_20140712_181747_zpsdux5pnsf.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/IMG_20140712_181747_zpsdux5pnsf.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 12, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 12, 2014, 11:40:00 PM
looks great kevin!! what is the rest/pass made of?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 13, 2014, 01:29:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on July 13, 2014, 01:29:00 AM
Black leather, inlaid into the handle...then about 15 coats of super glue...with sanding in between...up to 600grit..
Arrow rest same routine, but glued into a triangle shape and sanded to fit...
Arrow rest same routine, but glued into a triangle shape and sanded to fit...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 13, 2014, 02:54:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 13, 2014, 02:54:00 AM
Very nice indeed!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 13, 2014, 08:22:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 13, 2014, 08:22:00 AM
One of my zebrawood tip overlays cracked, yesterday, so I had to glue on another. I will resand and add more coats of finish, today. I am trying to decide on a leather grip for this one, though. It may take an extra day, but I think it would be worth it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on July 13, 2014, 02:17:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on July 13, 2014, 02:17:00 PM
Nice bows everyone!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 13, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 13, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Got mine strung and tracking good. Worked the tips down and got the tiller looking much better. Still some tillering to be done and now to work down the riser.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on July 14, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: Dwillo on July 14, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
Guess what I found on my door step when I got home from work? That's right, a beautiful long wooden crate!! Little did I know that a drop dead gorgeous bow was inside. Jorgy, this bow is amazing. Beautiful wood combination too. I cant thank you enough for the work and attention to detail you put into this bow, truly spectacular.
Thank you so much. I will post more pics when I can.
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo1_zps6527d14c.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo1_zps6527d14c.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo2_zps7f7f1f0c.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo2_zps7f7f1f0c.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo3_zps15578775.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo3_zps15578775.jpg.html)
Thank you so much. I will post more pics when I can.
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo1_zps6527d14c.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo1_zps6527d14c.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo2_zps7f7f1f0c.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo2_zps7f7f1f0c.jpg.html)
(http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w604/dkwilly9333/photo3_zps15578775.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/dkwilly9333/media/photo3_zps15578775.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 14, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 14, 2014, 09:06:00 PM
Thanks Dwillo,I hope it shoots well for you.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 14, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 14, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Congrats Dwillo...that's a looker for sure! Excellent work Jorgy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 15, 2014, 12:30:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 15, 2014, 12:30:00 AM
That sure is a nice bow! Definitely need a few more pics of that one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on July 15, 2014, 03:51:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on July 15, 2014, 03:51:00 AM
as you know, i have already break 2 bows for this years swap and the 3rd one is gonna break since there is little crackling sounds. huh...
i shot 2 arrows, it is ok but, i do not want to ship this one because of this weird sound... i want to give him good...
so i talked to kelly (bless him), asking if it is possible to give me some more time to build another one or do i have to ship it now? just itching to make one more try :D
i made casts and put the limbs on.
i hope this week i will be shipping new one or the back-up plan bow.
best.
will share the picture when i have something...
best.
and thanks for patience.
btw:
i realized that swap bow facility is making far distanced people get close to each other. now, i feel like i am sitting on a camp chair by the fire and talking to my friends. well i think this is the spirit of this.
i shot 2 arrows, it is ok but, i do not want to ship this one because of this weird sound... i want to give him good...
so i talked to kelly (bless him), asking if it is possible to give me some more time to build another one or do i have to ship it now? just itching to make one more try :D
i made casts and put the limbs on.
i hope this week i will be shipping new one or the back-up plan bow.
best.
will share the picture when i have something...
best.
and thanks for patience.
btw:
i realized that swap bow facility is making far distanced people get close to each other. now, i feel like i am sitting on a camp chair by the fire and talking to my friends. well i think this is the spirit of this.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on July 15, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on July 15, 2014, 10:44:00 PM
Ink that's exactly what this is. sitting around the campfire with friends. so take your time on that bow. if making bow's has taught me anything it's patience.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 16, 2014, 07:52:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 16, 2014, 07:52:00 AM
Since I missed the deadline, I sent my recipient an email with a couple of pics for a progress report. I am in the finishing stage and it should go out in a few days. He is OK with that.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on July 16, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Post by: razorback on July 16, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Ok, so I have gone to plan C and should have it finished by this weekend. It was an earlier bow and just needed some tweaking to fit my recipient. Going put a final couple of coats of poly on it write on it and do the handle wrap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 16, 2014, 12:45:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 16, 2014, 12:45:00 PM
With the deadline up I've been checking the porch everyday! Had a longer package show up... Thought it maybe a takedown bow... Nope just my camera slider
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on July 16, 2014, 12:55:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on July 16, 2014, 12:55:00 PM
I am ready to ship tomorrow.Still waiting for a finish touch up to dry enough to wrap. Sorry for being late, but things happen. The final bow is a 65" Hop Hornbeam longbow, 48@28. nothing fancy, but I think it shoots good.
Sorry for being late.
Pete
Sorry for being late.
Pete
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on July 16, 2014, 10:16:00 PM
Post by: soy on July 16, 2014, 10:16:00 PM
Mine is finished and will be shipped on or before next Friday.... Sorry ????? For the delay :deadhorse: here is a pic o the veneers that I got from Troy And one of the tips
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140703_185449_078.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140703_185253_586.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140703_185449_078.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140703_185253_586.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 16, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on July 16, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Very cool
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 16, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 16, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
very nice soy!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 16, 2014, 11:38:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 16, 2014, 11:38:00 PM
Well done soy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on July 16, 2014, 11:49:00 PM
Post by: soy on July 16, 2014, 11:49:00 PM
Thanks guys...the beaver grip felt to bulkey so it is going out without :dunno: but I did put on a beaver tail strike plate (no pics of that) here is a pic before the last coats o finish
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140703_190001_592.jpg)
(http://i1082.photobucket.com/albums/j380/thadsoy/IMG_20140703_190001_592.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 17, 2014, 12:22:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 17, 2014, 12:22:00 AM
Wow Thad that looks sweet! See how good glass comes up, no need for all that hard work wood! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl: :thumbsup: :archer2:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 17, 2014, 12:44:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 17, 2014, 12:44:00 AM
That is sharp! I hope to finish profiling the limbs this weekend. Shouldn't be much longer now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bubby on July 17, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
Post by: bubby on July 17, 2014, 08:36:00 PM
that look's real nice soy, for a glass bow :rolleyes: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on July 17, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on July 17, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Well I have to admit I'm getting a bit anxious. I looked back in the thread and I posted that I was done around the end of May. I had the bow ready to ship and at the last minute I double checked and realized I wasn't suppose to ship until my recipient had their bow shipped. Sooo..... as soon as someone gets theirs shipped I can send mine off too!
Here's a reminder pic.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg.html)
Now it has the strike plate and string on it too! :)
Maybe I need to take it out and shoot it some more!
Here's a reminder pic.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y69/Outdoorsguy/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Outdoorsguy/media/IMG_20140528_161323_272.jpg.html)
Now it has the strike plate and string on it too! :)
Maybe I need to take it out and shoot it some more!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 17, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 17, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
i'm in the same boat as you Ranger44. been waiting for some time. it's been sitting in the tube with address written , hoping everyday to be sent to it's new owner. poor thing is probably lonely by now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on July 18, 2014, 12:14:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on July 18, 2014, 12:14:00 PM
It's in the mail at last. I hate being late.
Tracking number sent to Kelly.
Tracking number sent to Kelly.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on July 18, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on July 18, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
yeah that waiting to ship was way worse than waiting to receive.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 18, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on July 18, 2014, 07:22:00 PM
KellyG...
Sent a pm...
Sent a pm...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on July 18, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Post by: monterey on July 18, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Refuse to re-iterate the chain of events that have impacted my time this year! I'm finally back home and have some spare time.
Bow is under construction, that's all I can say.
Bow is under construction, that's all I can say.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 19, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 19, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
I got the limbs profiled tonight. Just have a bit more tweaking to do. The tiller looks good. Hopefully tomarrow, the limbs will be done and the overlays and tips will get glued on. With any luck, I'll be shooting this thing shortly. It's gonna look good when all is said and done. I hope my recipient can forgive my tardiness!
I have one tip that is pulling slightly off center, and still have to round the edges, and I only have four pounds to work with. It may come in a couple pounds under, but it will shoot good!
I have one tip that is pulling slightly off center, and still have to round the edges, and I only have four pounds to work with. It may come in a couple pounds under, but it will shoot good!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 19, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 19, 2014, 12:56:00 PM
OK, my swap bow should go out Monday. I have all the coats of finish on it. The finish was working so well this time I forgot to sign it so I will need to add a couple of protective coats to protect the writing. Then the strike plate, rest, and string silencers. It is not perfect, but for my 2nd glass bow, I am happy with it. Here are some teaser pics. (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%202.jpg)
(http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%201.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%203.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%204.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%205.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%206.jpg)
(http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%201.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%203.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%204.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%205.jpg) (http://huntingexchange.com/hwdphotos/uploads/62/6/2014-07-19%206.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 19, 2014, 01:23:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 19, 2014, 01:23:00 PM
Looks nice! Is that a spliced riser or is that one piece with sapwood on the grip side? Either way, it turned out very sharp.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 19, 2014, 01:45:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 19, 2014, 01:45:00 PM
Thanks! Half the riser block is walnut and the other half is hickory. The hickory part is about half heartwood and half sapwood.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 19, 2014, 01:50:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 19, 2014, 01:50:00 PM
I love that contrast in the throat area of the grip...very sharp!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on July 19, 2014, 02:12:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on July 19, 2014, 02:12:00 PM
Very slick! I love the braced profile! Did you design this bow or is someone else's design? Either way it's a beauty.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on July 19, 2014, 02:24:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on July 19, 2014, 02:24:00 PM
Congrats on a beautiful piece of work!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 19, 2014, 03:44:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 19, 2014, 03:44:00 PM
Thanks, Guys. The design is by JamesV. He helped me build the form and gave me a riser template to match. He also pretty much made my taper sled. I might have held a wrench or something... :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: eagleone on July 19, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
Post by: eagleone on July 19, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
Mark me received! Got a self bow from Trapper Rob, thanks Rob!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 19, 2014, 06:21:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 19, 2014, 06:21:00 PM
Finally got mine to near completion. Here are a couple pics of it about to be signed. I'll post more pics after I put the finish on it. Should be ready to ship late next week.
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140719_160209.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140719_160209.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140719_160233.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140719_160233.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140719_160209.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140719_160209.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140719_160233.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140719_160233.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 19, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 19, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
Very nice...that riser has some sexy lines!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 19, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 19, 2014, 06:35:00 PM
couple of very nice bows guys!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 19, 2014, 07:55:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 19, 2014, 07:55:00 PM
.......got an update on my trade bow. it's been sitting in the tube waiting to be mailed for a couple months. shop was broke into this morning while i was out with my kids at the park. came home to find the door wide open and a prybar laying on the ground. the crackheads nabbed a couple tool boxes, little welder, trade bow(in the tube) and 3 other laminated bows i had hanging up. cops just left a short while ago. i think the phrase they used the most while here was "sir, please calm down, we'll handle it." if i hear one more person say that to me, i'm declaring war!
i have a very strong suspicion of the lowlife that broke in was, told the cops and they are checking into it. hope to get at least the trade bow recovered, and a chance to skin the B@$t@&ds!
they even stole my sons osage stave he just started working on, and his bicycle. i seriously need to hit the woods to blow off steam.
if i do not recover the trade bow ( I BETTER!) then i will be sending out my back-up trade bow. great shooter that was built at the same time just in case something went wrong. within recipients specs and nice looking zebrawood.
ok rant over.
i have a very strong suspicion of the lowlife that broke in was, told the cops and they are checking into it. hope to get at least the trade bow recovered, and a chance to skin the B@$t@&ds!
they even stole my sons osage stave he just started working on, and his bicycle. i seriously need to hit the woods to blow off steam.
if i do not recover the trade bow ( I BETTER!) then i will be sending out my back-up trade bow. great shooter that was built at the same time just in case something went wrong. within recipients specs and nice looking zebrawood.
ok rant over.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on July 19, 2014, 09:15:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on July 19, 2014, 09:15:00 PM
That sucks! Hope you get your stuff back.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on July 19, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on July 19, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
I really hope your in the small percent of people that actually recover their stuff! I hate a liar, thief, or a crack head. And where you find one your sure to find the others! Wishing you the best Moose!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 20, 2014, 03:32:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 20, 2014, 03:32:00 AM
Sorry to hear about the break in. Seems there are lowlifes no matter where one lives. Sure hope you get some satisfaction and at least get your stuff back.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 20, 2014, 11:27:00 AM
Post by: Jorgy on July 20, 2014, 11:27:00 AM
Nice bows Soy,David esken.Sorry to here about the break in Timbermoose.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on July 20, 2014, 12:31:00 PM
Post by: razorback on July 20, 2014, 12:31:00 PM
That really stinks Moose. Hope you get some resolution. I just hope it wasn't my procrastination that contributed to your woe's.
On that I have gotten the handle wrap on and the string twisted up. Just have to put the specs on it, get it bundled and in the mail. Will go out tomorrow of Tuesday.
On that I have gotten the handle wrap on and the string twisted up. Just have to put the specs on it, get it bundled and in the mail. Will go out tomorrow of Tuesday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Millhimes on July 20, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
Post by: Millhimes on July 20, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
Finally finished my trade bow for @&$@&$@&&$$. Been working my butt off this year but I guess I shouldn't complain . Now the pics:
http://postimg.org/image/8nof3ejt1/
http://postimg.org/image/pyetvfbgl/
http://postimg.org/image/bb9a00ngl/
http://postimg.org/image/x0crhmf2d/
http://postimg.org/image/wmbfi0uyt/
http://postimg.org/image/8nof3ejt1/
http://postimg.org/image/pyetvfbgl/
http://postimg.org/image/bb9a00ngl/
http://postimg.org/image/x0crhmf2d/
http://postimg.org/image/wmbfi0uyt/
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 20, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 20, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Ok I got back from MOJAM with did not finish my bow liked I hoped it needs some heat and I will do that tomorrow. Did end up with some great hickory staves. I will get a bow laid out on one of them and will start working while I wait on the osage bow to cool and rehydrate a bit.
I will get caught up on here and find out where everyone is at.
I will get caught up on here and find out where everyone is at.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on July 20, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: razorback on July 20, 2014, 09:10:00 PM
Got mine all boxed up and ready to go. Will get it to the post office tomorrow. Not what I had originally planned, but a very good bow is going out tomorrow. Good luck to everyone who are still making their bows. Don't rush and make a good bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 20, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 20, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
Just shoot me a PM Razor when she goes out.
No one needs to contact the person they are building for. If you are posting on here and showing progress or contacting me in PMs all is ok. I for one know how life is and so do most. I just need you to work on your bows.
No one needs to contact the person they are building for. If you are posting on here and showing progress or contacting me in PMs all is ok. I for one know how life is and so do most. I just need you to work on your bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: BrianO on July 20, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: BrianO on July 20, 2014, 11:28:00 PM
Just wanted to touch base. As usual i am running late. I always manage to ship just always end up waiting later then intended. As of last wednesday i was 2/3s done then disaster. I developed a sprinter that was fatal. As of now i have went from plan A to plan C in 3 days but this one îs going to be a beaut. I will be in touch.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on July 21, 2014, 12:07:00 PM
Post by: razorback on July 21, 2014, 12:07:00 PM
Someone west of here should be getting a long package on Thursday :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on July 21, 2014, 05:54:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on July 21, 2014, 05:54:00 PM
Shipped mine Friday and I can't believe living out in the sticks, rocks and cactus that it could make it to its destination after lunch today.... Wow. Anyway shoot me a PM when you get it I'll give more detailed info. Thanks
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 21, 2014, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 21, 2014, 07:09:00 PM
I got the string silencers on and the rest and strike plate over the weekend, but I couldn't find the plug for one end of my sewer pipe for mailing. Had to run to the HD, today, and pick up a cap. I also got some pipe insulation to wrap the limbs in for added protection. It will hit the mail tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on July 21, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on July 21, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Lots of activity going on, and some really nice looking bow being shipped. Keep up the good work everyone.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 21, 2014, 08:14:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 21, 2014, 08:14:00 PM
Wow if I have not goofed some where I am tracking 8 in the mail and we are 43% done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on July 21, 2014, 08:37:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on July 21, 2014, 08:37:00 PM
Wow, went on vacation and there was a lot of progress to read through. Some nice stuff there!
Bummer about the stolen bow. Cool that it might lead to a new trad shooter/bowyer out of the officers who came by.
Can't wait to get home and shoot a bit. I have some heavy arrows that should be waiting for me to use in my swap bow.
Bummer about the stolen bow. Cool that it might lead to a new trad shooter/bowyer out of the officers who came by.
Can't wait to get home and shoot a bit. I have some heavy arrows that should be waiting for me to use in my swap bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on July 22, 2014, 05:01:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on July 22, 2014, 05:01:00 AM
Package is ready and will be picked uo tomorrow- watch out for a tube `round this weekend... but I`m sure you all do anyway^^
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 22, 2014, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 22, 2014, 07:09:00 PM
I got mine in the mail today. You can mark me as shipped, Kelly. Thanks for the patience. I learned a lot and it has been fun for sure. I really appreciate your time and effort, Kelly. It has been a great swap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 22, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 22, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
wow we have 10 bows in the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 22, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 22, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
that got me so excited I for got to post I have mine bending to 18" and over 50lbs. I need to work on one limb a bit more to get it moving like the other. And I still have a string tracking issue. It is better but a long way to go. I think another steaming of the handle is needed. I got it half way where it needs to be. I am going to work on the tiller then worry about the string tracking.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 22, 2014, 11:32:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on July 22, 2014, 11:32:00 PM
Marked me as shipped...it is heading south ...it should enjoy its new home.
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140718_152822_zps39mtyor8.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140718_152822_zps39mtyor8.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140718_152822_zps39mtyor8.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140718_152822_zps39mtyor8.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on July 22, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
Post by: D on July 22, 2014, 11:45:00 PM
Timbermoose I hope to goodness that you get a chance to get your hands on whoever broke in. I absolutely can not stand a thief. I really hope you get your stuff back
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on July 23, 2014, 12:30:00 AM
Post by: Walt Francis on July 23, 2014, 12:30:00 AM
Just a short note:
To Swissbow
THANK YOU for the bow, it is Great! It arrived today, unfortunately I only had a few minutes to shoot a couple of arrows, which all flew great and it stacked them in a small tight group. I am on the road thru Sunday but I will take and post some pictures on Monday.
Thanks again Andy, You done GOOD.....REAL GOOD
To Swissbow
THANK YOU for the bow, it is Great! It arrived today, unfortunately I only had a few minutes to shoot a couple of arrows, which all flew great and it stacked them in a small tight group. I am on the road thru Sunday but I will take and post some pictures on Monday.
Thanks again Andy, You done GOOD.....REAL GOOD
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 23, 2014, 04:56:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 23, 2014, 04:56:00 PM
Well... This bow has proven to be, yet again, a challenge. I had good tiller, but one tip was pulling slightly off center. By the time I got that straight, I lost my tiller, and had to reduce the weight of the bottom limb to match. Now I'm a couple pounds light on draw. No big deal. Then I removed the tape and
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/A5157A9E-C38B-4C53-A03B-148380466266_zps1arqj3im.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/A5157A9E-C38B-4C53-A03B-148380466266_zps1arqj3im.jpg.html)
BIG DEAL!!! I'm not sure the best way to go about this. Any suggestions?
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/3567BA09-B7DF-421E-B3EC-35F87A35C1D6_zpsnlh9gnko.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/3567BA09-B7DF-421E-B3EC-35F87A35C1D6_zpsnlh9gnko.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/70726708-FF76-4969-AFB6-7D13EE65C60D_zpsr7cxkfqq.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/70726708-FF76-4969-AFB6-7D13EE65C60D_zpsr7cxkfqq.jpg.html)
The small cracks and dings are about an inch and a half above the end of the butt wedge.
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/A5157A9E-C38B-4C53-A03B-148380466266_zps1arqj3im.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/A5157A9E-C38B-4C53-A03B-148380466266_zps1arqj3im.jpg.html)
BIG DEAL!!! I'm not sure the best way to go about this. Any suggestions?
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/3567BA09-B7DF-421E-B3EC-35F87A35C1D6_zpsnlh9gnko.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/3567BA09-B7DF-421E-B3EC-35F87A35C1D6_zpsnlh9gnko.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/70726708-FF76-4969-AFB6-7D13EE65C60D_zpsr7cxkfqq.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/70726708-FF76-4969-AFB6-7D13EE65C60D_zpsr7cxkfqq.jpg.html)
The small cracks and dings are about an inch and a half above the end of the butt wedge.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on July 23, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on July 23, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Wick some thin super glue into the bolt hole glass and once dry chamfer the hole. On the one on the edge if you can wick any super glue in do so- looks like that part should go away if you round over those edges.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 23, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 23, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
We have 12 bows in the mail if I did not screw up the count.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 24, 2014, 07:42:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 24, 2014, 07:42:00 AM
Thanks Trux. I will do the ca. But those blemishes on the limb edge look like cracks through the glass. I thought about trapping the limbs and tapering it out just after said blemish. I can't afford to loose any more weight. If I were to do that, would that cause too much bend in that portion of the limbs? My last set had some chrysaling just past the wedges on the back of the limb. I did use a stronger wedge this time, but these are also longer limbs for a longer draw.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on July 24, 2014, 07:56:00 AM
Post by: razorback on July 24, 2014, 07:56:00 AM
USPS says mine was delivered yesterday. Glad to be done with that part of it, now just waiting for mine. :campfire: :coffee:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on July 24, 2014, 10:06:00 AM
Post by: Trux Turning on July 24, 2014, 10:06:00 AM
If those are cracks through the glass to the outside- then you should be able to fill them with thin ca. I would try and round over that edge some more.. if you trap or round over you are going to lose some weight-
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on July 24, 2014, 03:56:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on July 24, 2014, 03:56:00 PM
I'm well on my way to getting my 4 attempt at a trade bow done. Sorry for the delay but everything that could go wrong, has.
This piece of osage is heavy with red streaks throughout it. It should make a very nice bow...if I do my part. :bigsmyl:
This piece of osage is heavy with red streaks throughout it. It should make a very nice bow...if I do my part. :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bubby on July 25, 2014, 01:22:00 AM
Post by: bubby on July 25, 2014, 01:22:00 AM
got all the confidence in the world in ya Pat
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on July 25, 2014, 11:42:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on July 25, 2014, 11:42:00 AM
So did I until the last 3 I built. One just never knows. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on July 25, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
Post by: kennym on July 25, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
HEY!!
I just found a tube in my garage!!
A SWEET selfie out of hophornbeam from Pete W.
Will get some pics up as soon as I can, need to burn some diesel fuel while I can this eve.
Will try to get some shootin done tomorrow or Sunday too!
You selfbow makers amaze me!
Thank You, Pete!
I just found a tube in my garage!!
A SWEET selfie out of hophornbeam from Pete W.
Will get some pics up as soon as I can, need to burn some diesel fuel while I can this eve.
Will try to get some shootin done tomorrow or Sunday too!
You selfbow makers amaze me!
Thank You, Pete!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on July 25, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: kennym on July 25, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Well, my skidloader hyd. oil overheated, so I came home and shot this baby!
Quiet as a churchmouse with no silencers and shoots great. My arras were a bit stiff for it, but might have some woodies that will work when I get a bit.
Nice, nice bow Pete!! May try her out on a late season hunt or 2 since it is a little lighter weight than mine. Thanks again man!
Kenny
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0028_zps15f4f7a7.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0028_zps15f4f7a7.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0029_zpsa0e92317.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0029_zpsa0e92317.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0030_zpsc5ccfb84.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0030_zpsc5ccfb84.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0031_zps92ff79a8.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0031_zps92ff79a8.jpg.html)
Money shot
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0032_zps7ecea609.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0032_zps7ecea609.jpg.html)
Real money shot at 15 yards!!
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0033_zpsc9f7f0b3.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0033_zpsc9f7f0b3.jpg.html)
Quiet as a churchmouse with no silencers and shoots great. My arras were a bit stiff for it, but might have some woodies that will work when I get a bit.
Nice, nice bow Pete!! May try her out on a late season hunt or 2 since it is a little lighter weight than mine. Thanks again man!
Kenny
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0028_zps15f4f7a7.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0028_zps15f4f7a7.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0029_zpsa0e92317.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0029_zpsa0e92317.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0030_zpsc5ccfb84.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0030_zpsc5ccfb84.jpg.html)
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0031_zps92ff79a8.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0031_zps92ff79a8.jpg.html)
Money shot
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0032_zps7ecea609.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0032_zps7ecea609.jpg.html)
Real money shot at 15 yards!!
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d34/kennym/SANY0033_zpsc9f7f0b3.jpg) (http://s32.photobucket.com/user/kennym/media/SANY0033_zpsc9f7f0b3.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 25, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 25, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
:saywhat:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pete W on July 25, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: Pete W on July 25, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Glad you like it Kenny. It isn't fancy, just a plane Jane basic bow that I hope you find as satisfying to shoot as I did. Hop Hornbeam is one of my favorite self bow woods. It's easy to work with and so far , easy to get a shooter from. If I remember correctly that's a 10 strand Dynaflight string with 16 in the loops. Selfbows like good strings.
Herbie Haines from New Brunswick gave me the Staves a couple years ago when I was back home on a visit. I have 2 HHB staves left, for a special build I have in mind.
Herbie Haines from New Brunswick gave me the Staves a couple years ago when I was back home on a visit. I have 2 HHB staves left, for a special build I have in mind.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 25, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on July 25, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Nice bow Pete, and congrats Kenny! Everyone is turning out some really nice sticks this year.
I'm still trying to figure out what I'm gonna do about those small cracks on the edge of the limbs. Yes, both limbs. In nearly the identical spot. I know what caused it , and I don't wanna talk about it. Lol. I tried to wick some ca in them, but I don't think it worked. I'll probly have to trap them.
And then I hit another speed bump. I glued my overlays on the back of the riser, and somehow ended up with a few small gaps in the glue lines. It would have been solid, but it bugged the crap out of me, so I ground them off and made new ones. I still have to glue them on, but I'm gonna make sure they're good before I waste anymore epoxy. If every build went like this one, I'd probly quit! Lol.
I'm still trying to figure out what I'm gonna do about those small cracks on the edge of the limbs. Yes, both limbs. In nearly the identical spot. I know what caused it , and I don't wanna talk about it. Lol. I tried to wick some ca in them, but I don't think it worked. I'll probly have to trap them.
And then I hit another speed bump. I glued my overlays on the back of the riser, and somehow ended up with a few small gaps in the glue lines. It would have been solid, but it bugged the crap out of me, so I ground them off and made new ones. I still have to glue them on, but I'm gonna make sure they're good before I waste anymore epoxy. If every build went like this one, I'd probly quit! Lol.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on July 25, 2014, 11:22:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on July 25, 2014, 11:22:00 PM
Kenny, you are getting a pretty good collection of selfies. Nice bow, Pete. Looks like a workhorse, not just another pretty face. She'll do her part if Kenny does. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 26, 2014, 12:13:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on July 26, 2014, 12:13:00 AM
One of you should expect a delivery on Saturday...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on July 26, 2014, 12:25:00 AM
Post by: red hill on July 26, 2014, 12:25:00 AM
Well I pulled into my garage ending a long week vacationing in NOLA and walked straight into a very nice surprise! :archer:
Thanks, Tony!
Now to finish my attempt at a trade and get the monkey off my back!
Thanks, Tony!
Now to finish my attempt at a trade and get the monkey off my back!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 26, 2014, 09:21:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 26, 2014, 09:21:00 AM
Very nice Kenny and Pete.
Pat, I know the feeling.
Pat, I know the feeling.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on July 26, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Post by: macbow on July 26, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Thank You Kevin Hartman. aka. kevin_h
Arrived today .
Wow, this is the best BBO I've ever seen.
The weight came out just right. The horn tips and arrow side plate are really great. Nice leather handle wrap.
There will be a delay in. My drawing it due to some complications with arthritus.
This will certainly give me some incentive to work into it by hunting season.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg1-3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg1-3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg2-2.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg2-2.jpg.html)
[/URL]=http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg3-1.jpg.html] (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg3-1.jpg)[/URL]
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg2-3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg2-3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg1-5.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg1-5.jpg.html)
Arrived today .
Wow, this is the best BBO I've ever seen.
The weight came out just right. The horn tips and arrow side plate are really great. Nice leather handle wrap.
There will be a delay in. My drawing it due to some complications with arthritus.
This will certainly give me some incentive to work into it by hunting season.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg1-3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg1-3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg2-2.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg2-2.jpg.html)
[/URL]=http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg3-1.jpg.html] (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg3-1.jpg)[/URL]
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg2-3.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg2-3.jpg.html)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v42/macbow/imagejpg1-5.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/macbow/media/imagejpg1-5.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on July 26, 2014, 03:22:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on July 26, 2014, 03:22:00 PM
Kevin makes a fine bow. I was the proud recipient of his bow last year and really enjoy shooting it. He's quite the knapper, too! Congrats Macbow.
Sorry about your patch of rough going, Pat. I think that's the very reason I enjoy making my own bows, arrows, quivers, knives, backpacking equipment, egg sandwiches, stupid mistakes and messes. When one hobby goes south I take up another for awhile. :D Whoever is getting your bow will realize the wait was more than worth it! :)
Sorry about your patch of rough going, Pat. I think that's the very reason I enjoy making my own bows, arrows, quivers, knives, backpacking equipment, egg sandwiches, stupid mistakes and messes. When one hobby goes south I take up another for awhile. :D Whoever is getting your bow will realize the wait was more than worth it! :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 26, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 26, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Well, I am getting close to shipping. Bow is finished. I am stretching out a new string, and will get her shipped out next week. Here are a couple pics of the riser. I will post some completed pics tomorrow with a brace and full draw shot.
Lots of good looking bows going out. Good work guys.
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140726_185339.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140726_185339.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140726_185355.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140726_185355.jpg.html)
Lots of good looking bows going out. Good work guys.
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140726_185339.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140726_185339.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140726_185355.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140726_185355.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 26, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on July 26, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Macbow...
I hope it treats you well...it was very hard sending that one to its new home!
I hope it treats you well...it was very hard sending that one to its new home!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on July 26, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Post by: macbow on July 26, 2014, 10:38:00 PM
Kevin would be interested in how,and,what,the side plate is and also your recommended brace height.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 26, 2014, 11:29:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 26, 2014, 11:29:00 PM
that's a nice looking riser there David. shelf is even on the correct side. :pray:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on July 26, 2014, 11:35:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on July 26, 2014, 11:35:00 PM
Mack,
I inlaid a chunk of black leather and then about 15 coats of thin CA glue, then sanding in between coats, with a final sanding of 600grit...
As for brace height, 6 1/2 to 7"....always works for me.
I inlaid a chunk of black leather and then about 15 coats of thin CA glue, then sanding in between coats, with a final sanding of 600grit...
As for brace height, 6 1/2 to 7"....always works for me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on July 26, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on July 26, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
Beautiful work, David. I really line the clean, gentle profile of that riser and wood combo.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 27, 2014, 03:02:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 27, 2014, 03:02:00 PM
Here are the final pics of my trade bow. The "All American". Riser is walnut and wild pecan cut from our family farm. Limbs are hack berry I got from Kenny. 57" NTN static three piece recurve. 45# at 28". Will ship this week.
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_124121.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_124121.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_124026.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_124026.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_124052.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_124052.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_110008.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_110008.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_110023.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_110023.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_124121.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_124121.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_124026.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_124026.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_124052.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_124052.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_110008.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_110008.jpg.html)
(http://i752.photobucket.com/albums/xx165/dflanrey/20140727_110023.jpg) (http://s752.photobucket.com/user/dflanrey/media/20140727_110023.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on July 27, 2014, 03:06:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on July 27, 2014, 03:06:00 PM
Man that's a good looking static! Looks quick.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on July 27, 2014, 05:36:00 PM
Post by: kennym on July 27, 2014, 05:36:00 PM
Excellent job David! I like it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 27, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 27, 2014, 06:03:00 PM
Very cool bow David!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on July 27, 2014, 07:17:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on July 27, 2014, 07:17:00 PM
looks great David!! whoever gets it will be pleased to say the least.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 27, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 27, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Thanks guys for the comments. My first bow with my own ground lams. Thanks to Kenny for the lesson. I don't have a chrono but I can tell it is pretty quick.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: BrianO on July 27, 2014, 11:32:00 PM
Post by: BrianO on July 27, 2014, 11:32:00 PM
A quick update. I think the 4th time is a charm. I finished the tiller and ready to start shooting. It ended up being some where between 4 & 93 1/2#s and draws out to a smooth 20 something inches. It is an osage self bow and absolutely full of knots for a lot of character. I am trying to get pics uploaded and hope to shoot it a bunch tomorrow. I will start the finishing touches hopefully tomorrow afternoon.
I will keep you all posted and get some pics up. Hope to ship this week. I really hope ****** **** will forgive the tardiness.
I will keep you all posted and get some pics up. Hope to ship this week. I really hope ****** **** will forgive the tardiness.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: BrianO on July 27, 2014, 11:35:00 PM
Post by: BrianO on July 27, 2014, 11:35:00 PM
By the way guys, I got to lay eyes and hands on David Flanrey's bow. The pics do not do it justice. It's a real looker.
Some great looking bows being finished up.
Some great looking bows being finished up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on July 28, 2014, 05:45:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on July 28, 2014, 05:45:00 PM
My package says it`s dfelivered... I really hope it put a smile in one`s face^^
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on July 28, 2014, 06:14:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on July 28, 2014, 06:14:00 PM
wow that 3 piece is a real looker, very nice indeed.should make someone very happy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on July 28, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on July 28, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
That static tip looks awesome...I love the riser!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on July 28, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on July 28, 2014, 08:09:00 PM
Nothing was clicking at work today, so I opted to take an afternoon of comp time. As soon as I left my wife called and said that as she was on her way out the door, the UPS man dropped off my package. "Good thing I was home, honey, because I had to sign for it." I had ordered some DIY supplies and thought for sure that was what she was referring to, as they were scheduled to arrive today (and did). Little did I know that it was my bow and I have the whole afternoon to shoot it!
I got this beautiful bow from MoeM (Moritz) from across the pond in Germany. It is PERFECT, sir! I have not shot in nearly three months, but this baby made it feel like riding a bike. The draw weight, phyisical weight, riser profile, etc. are all a great fit. Thanks a million, Moritz! Another kudos to fine German engineering!
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/d6eb67e03478b4088959832e43edf1df_zps2311d658.jpg)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/d8ee699f8dc5ff5784d30f1725b4ef2e_zps33e25de5.jpg)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/9b716be61458d02f7334f25591a63f47_zps3b2bf23c.jpg)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/ab92dfb84bb274bedb86bc54cbc179d7_zps20430d65.jpg)
I got this beautiful bow from MoeM (Moritz) from across the pond in Germany. It is PERFECT, sir! I have not shot in nearly three months, but this baby made it feel like riding a bike. The draw weight, phyisical weight, riser profile, etc. are all a great fit. Thanks a million, Moritz! Another kudos to fine German engineering!
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/d6eb67e03478b4088959832e43edf1df_zps2311d658.jpg)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/d8ee699f8dc5ff5784d30f1725b4ef2e_zps33e25de5.jpg)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/9b716be61458d02f7334f25591a63f47_zps3b2bf23c.jpg)
(http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae321/isaacscr/Bows-2014%20and%20later/2014%20Trade%20Bow%20from%20MoeM/ab92dfb84bb274bedb86bc54cbc179d7_zps20430d65.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 28, 2014, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 28, 2014, 08:15:00 PM
Beautiful bow you have there.
Good job Moe.
Good job Moe.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on July 28, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on July 28, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Congrats 4est. Great job Moe.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on July 28, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on July 28, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
Nice bow. I like the way it looks braced. Nice job Moe.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on July 29, 2014, 02:24:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on July 29, 2014, 02:24:00 PM
Cool thing Curt... I was really excited of it`s travel allover the pond and through customs etc...
I love when you love it and wish you much fun! If you`ll ever make game with- no matter smaller or bigger- I`d be very happy about a shot of that for my "hall of fame" (hard to fill as bowhunting isn`t even allowed here...) Maybe a gobbler for Thanksgiving?!
Last "some" info about the technical issue- FF ready (equipped with dacron so far) and finished with tru oil for easyiest repair/refinish, thats all- don`t want to endanger longbows` simplicity ;)
I love when you love it and wish you much fun! If you`ll ever make game with- no matter smaller or bigger- I`d be very happy about a shot of that for my "hall of fame" (hard to fill as bowhunting isn`t even allowed here...) Maybe a gobbler for Thanksgiving?!
Last "some" info about the technical issue- FF ready (equipped with dacron so far) and finished with tru oil for easyiest repair/refinish, thats all- don`t want to endanger longbows` simplicity ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on July 29, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
Post by: 4est trekker on July 29, 2014, 02:53:00 PM
Will do, MoeM! Gonna take it with me this very evening to the range and do some long distance shooting with it. Recently I built a matched dozen set of wooden arrows that turned out too light for my other bows. However, they shoot like a dream out of this bow. Glad I kept ahold of them now! Thanks for the additional info, too, and once again for a great bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: BrianO on July 29, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Post by: BrianO on July 29, 2014, 04:35:00 PM
Well she is finally ready after many attempts. All she needs is a couple coats of tru oil.
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo4.jpeg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo4.jpeg.html)
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo2.jpeg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo2.jpeg.html)
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo1.jpg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo1.jpg.html)
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo3.jpeg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo3.jpeg.html)
Stacked leather handle and 63" long. Knots were quite a problem but I really like them. Had a few issues tillering. Not perfect but shoots hard and true.
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo4.jpeg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo4.jpeg.html)
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo2.jpeg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo2.jpeg.html)
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo1.jpg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo1.jpg.html)
(http://i708.photobucket.com/albums/ww88/Fireman3718/bo3.jpeg) (http://s708.photobucket.com/user/Fireman3718/media/bo3.jpeg.html)
Stacked leather handle and 63" long. Knots were quite a problem but I really like them. Had a few issues tillering. Not perfect but shoots hard and true.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on July 29, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on July 29, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Looks good Brian! I like the handle...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on July 29, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
Post by: monterey on July 29, 2014, 05:59:00 PM
Mine is in the oven!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 29, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 29, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Awesome bow, Moe..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 29, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on July 29, 2014, 11:04:00 PM
Nice bow Moe lol! Anticipation is killing me to find out which one of these bows is heading to NH. I wanna show it off at my next Bowhunter Education course at the end of August. You should see how many people come up to me and ask me about traditional bows at these gatherings.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on July 30, 2014, 09:16:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on July 30, 2014, 09:16:00 PM
Ok we are 48% done and 8 bows in the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 30, 2014, 09:59:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 30, 2014, 09:59:00 PM
Looks great Brian. I like the stacked leather grip.
My bow ship out tomorrow.
My bow ship out tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on July 30, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on July 30, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Here's a look at my progress
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140730_170418_zps503f2568.jpg) (http://[url=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140730_170418_zps503f2568.jpg.html) ]tradgang[/URL]
carbon fiber on back, black glass on face
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140730_170550_zps1004800d.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140730_170550_zps1004800d.jpg.html)
hope to shoot her in this weekend and ship next week
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140730_170418_zps503f2568.jpg) (http://[url=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140730_170418_zps503f2568.jpg.html) ]tradgang[/URL]
carbon fiber on back, black glass on face
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140730_170550_zps1004800d.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140730_170550_zps1004800d.jpg.html)
hope to shoot her in this weekend and ship next week
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on July 30, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: soy on July 30, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
cool beans!, how do you like that carbon fiber?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on July 31, 2014, 09:59:00 AM
Post by: David Flanrey on July 31, 2014, 09:59:00 AM
My bow shipped out this morning.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 31, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on July 31, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
According to USPS tracking mine was delivered at 10 am this morning.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on July 31, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on July 31, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
It was and I'm admiring her right now!
Thank you Kenny! I couldn't be more pleased.
I'll get some pictures up soon, but for now:
She's 62" long, 60# @ 28" and built From one of my favorite woods - black walnut, with white glass and zebrano overlays.
Ok, time to go play. Pictures later.
Dave.
Thank you Kenny! I couldn't be more pleased.
I'll get some pictures up soon, but for now:
She's 62" long, 60# @ 28" and built From one of my favorite woods - black walnut, with white glass and zebrano overlays.
Ok, time to go play. Pictures later.
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on July 31, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on July 31, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Nice bows guys.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on July 31, 2014, 08:42:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on July 31, 2014, 08:42:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by soy:So far I'm diggin it. Easy to work with and it's my lightest bow yet. Got the riser halfway formed, should get a few shots in this weekend :pray:
cool beans!, how do you like that carbon fiber?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on July 31, 2014, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: soy on July 31, 2014, 09:24:00 PM
Can't wait to hear how it performs!!!
finally got mine send out....shipped and received :wavey:
finally got mine send out....shipped and received :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 03, 2014, 01:14:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 03, 2014, 01:14:00 AM
Well... After way too many set backs, I finally got this thing built! It didn't quite turn out the way I had originally planned, but it turned into the bow that it wanted to be. I still have some final sanding and have to spray the finish on, but that might have to wait till next weekend, so here are a few pics.
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/7BEE97B0-CFEE-49C5-A975-345B64D89F7F_zpshytqeon9.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/7BEE97B0-CFEE-49C5-A975-345B64D89F7F_zpshytqeon9.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/50F2A67E-0810-4588-96A4-DBC72EE4E190_zpsktu7wwcj.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/50F2A67E-0810-4588-96A4-DBC72EE4E190_zpsktu7wwcj.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/02A6ACA4-9278-4088-A617-CB66AD43C05B_zps6hjulmd5.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/02A6ACA4-9278-4088-A617-CB66AD43C05B_zps6hjulmd5.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/95E04590-1595-4400-A891-E5BAFAB114D1_zpsfnc2koqc.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/95E04590-1595-4400-A891-E5BAFAB114D1_zpsfnc2koqc.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/E29CE363-66C4-4CAD-9077-13706B56DB82_zps71d0ktfx.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/E29CE363-66C4-4CAD-9077-13706B56DB82_zps71d0ktfx.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/E44EC621-738A-460D-BFE1-5BB8B478D564_zpsu13ntqss.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/E44EC621-738A-460D-BFE1-5BB8B478D564_zpsu13ntqss.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/A729F074-73CE-4BE4-8140-139367945813_zpsilcedsnd.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/A729F074-73CE-4BE4-8140-139367945813_zpsilcedsnd.jpg.html)
Lacewood, Purple Heart, Osage, white glass accents. 52#@DL, 62". Sorry bout the bad lighting. I'll get some in the sun before I ship. I came in three pounds under weight, and the grip ended up much slimmer than I wanted, but it shoots straight, and is pretty cozy to my hand. For my second bow, and all the problems along the way, I guess I should be happy that it shoots, but it still irks me to no end, that it's under weight, and the grip dictates a certain hold.
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/7BEE97B0-CFEE-49C5-A975-345B64D89F7F_zpshytqeon9.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/7BEE97B0-CFEE-49C5-A975-345B64D89F7F_zpshytqeon9.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/50F2A67E-0810-4588-96A4-DBC72EE4E190_zpsktu7wwcj.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/50F2A67E-0810-4588-96A4-DBC72EE4E190_zpsktu7wwcj.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/02A6ACA4-9278-4088-A617-CB66AD43C05B_zps6hjulmd5.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/02A6ACA4-9278-4088-A617-CB66AD43C05B_zps6hjulmd5.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/95E04590-1595-4400-A891-E5BAFAB114D1_zpsfnc2koqc.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/95E04590-1595-4400-A891-E5BAFAB114D1_zpsfnc2koqc.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/E29CE363-66C4-4CAD-9077-13706B56DB82_zps71d0ktfx.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/E29CE363-66C4-4CAD-9077-13706B56DB82_zps71d0ktfx.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/E44EC621-738A-460D-BFE1-5BB8B478D564_zpsu13ntqss.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/E44EC621-738A-460D-BFE1-5BB8B478D564_zpsu13ntqss.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/A729F074-73CE-4BE4-8140-139367945813_zpsilcedsnd.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/A729F074-73CE-4BE4-8140-139367945813_zpsilcedsnd.jpg.html)
Lacewood, Purple Heart, Osage, white glass accents. 52#@DL, 62". Sorry bout the bad lighting. I'll get some in the sun before I ship. I came in three pounds under weight, and the grip ended up much slimmer than I wanted, but it shoots straight, and is pretty cozy to my hand. For my second bow, and all the problems along the way, I guess I should be happy that it shoots, but it still irks me to no end, that it's under weight, and the grip dictates a certain hold.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 03, 2014, 04:45:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 03, 2014, 04:45:00 AM
Did I get this right, your second bow? Man that's some effort. I really like the riser shape too flowing lines.Great work!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on August 03, 2014, 04:55:00 AM
Post by: Swissbow on August 03, 2014, 04:55:00 AM
Love the wood combo. Great job !
__________
Andy
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 03, 2014, 07:32:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 03, 2014, 07:32:00 AM
Nicely done! Don't worry I got small hands lmao!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on August 03, 2014, 08:33:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on August 03, 2014, 08:33:00 AM
Great job!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: BMN on August 03, 2014, 12:14:00 PM
Post by: BMN on August 03, 2014, 12:14:00 PM
That was worth the wait. Love the lines and shape of the riser. Well done!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on August 03, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
Post by: monterey on August 03, 2014, 02:42:00 PM
That is a very nice looking bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on August 03, 2014, 03:51:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on August 03, 2014, 03:51:00 PM
nice wood choices!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on August 03, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on August 03, 2014, 04:00:00 PM
Awesome Paul, colours and lines are really one of a kind!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 03, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 03, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
Well that is a nice one. I bet ****** will learn how to hold it if nothing more then to show it off.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 03, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 03, 2014, 10:52:00 PM
Ok here is where I am at I have it tillered on a short string to about 58#@21". It still needs some heat. I will show some pics now and please let me know what you think.
At Rest
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201812_zpsesbihdxi.jpg)
Short string
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_195840_zpsc153gkpi.jpg)
At 21"
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201636_zpsr0pfglx0.jpg)
The left looks like it is bending more on the inner 3rd working on that. The right is looks stronger. I think I need to get the left at a more even or should I work on getting more bend in the right?
Ok here is how the string tracks. Just a bit off.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_195708_zpswnzifr9q.jpg)
I guess I could put one heck of an arrow rest on it so it is a center shot.
:bigsmyl:
At Rest
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201812_zpsesbihdxi.jpg)
Short string
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_195840_zpsc153gkpi.jpg)
At 21"
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201636_zpsr0pfglx0.jpg)
The left looks like it is bending more on the inner 3rd working on that. The right is looks stronger. I think I need to get the left at a more even or should I work on getting more bend in the right?
Ok here is how the string tracks. Just a bit off.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_195708_zpswnzifr9q.jpg)
I guess I could put one heck of an arrow rest on it so it is a center shot.
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on August 03, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on August 03, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
Kelly thats a cool lookin stick. Youre definitely right about the left limb though. If it were me i would probably give it a dozen or so rasp strokes on the outer 2/3 and then a little more than that on the whole right limb... Then brace it and exercise it and see how sbe sits. Good thing you got plenty of room to maneuver to still make 45-50 @ 29 ;)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 04, 2014, 09:03:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on August 04, 2014, 09:03:00 AM
Coming along nicely Kelly. I can't see the 21" pic though.
I started adding Tru-Oil to my trade bow. It should be ready to go by the end of this week or the first f next.
She shoots well(at my 26" draw) but with a little thump when shot.
I started adding Tru-Oil to my trade bow. It should be ready to go by the end of this week or the first f next.
She shoots well(at my 26" draw) but with a little thump when shot.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 04, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 04, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
You self bow guys impress me every time. That looks like a fun one to work. Looks good so far.
Thanks for the kind words gents. Hopefully I'll have her finished up soon. I do need to get a new string for it though. Anyone know of a string builder with a quick turn around?
Thanks for the kind words gents. Hopefully I'll have her finished up soon. I do need to get a new string for it though. Anyone know of a string builder with a quick turn around?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on August 04, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: razorback on August 04, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Here you go Kelly
At Rest
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201812_zpsesbihdxi.jpg)
At 21"
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201636_zpsr0pfglx0.jpg)
At Rest
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201812_zpsesbihdxi.jpg)
At 21"
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140803_201636_zpsr0pfglx0.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on August 04, 2014, 05:04:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on August 04, 2014, 05:04:00 PM
I'm no stave guy but that 21" pic made my stomach flip.
Not trying to be rude at all, I just have had bows break at less bend than that...osage is amazing stuff though.
I'd say on the right get the whole thing working more without drawing it back as far until your limbs are more even.
On the left try to get the outer 1/2-1/3 bending...stay away from the inner 1/2.
you're gonna have to lose a few pounds to bring that right limb down to match the left.
Again..I'm not much of a bowyer..but that's what I see..
Good luck! Hope it turns out GREAT!
Not trying to be rude at all, I just have had bows break at less bend than that...osage is amazing stuff though.
I'd say on the right get the whole thing working more without drawing it back as far until your limbs are more even.
On the left try to get the outer 1/2-1/3 bending...stay away from the inner 1/2.
you're gonna have to lose a few pounds to bring that right limb down to match the left.
Again..I'm not much of a bowyer..but that's what I see..
Good luck! Hope it turns out GREAT!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on August 04, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on August 04, 2014, 08:48:00 PM
Agreed, no more scraping on the left limb until the right limb bends as much. Then work on the outer left limb, no work on the inner left limb.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 04, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 04, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Thanks razor back a couple of the brackets were missing. thanks for the input I will work on that right one a bit. I have plenty of room to narrow the outer limbs also.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 04, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 04, 2014, 10:03:00 PM
Lookin good Kelly
My plan A is coming along nicely (on the right)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140804_184532_zps89147ecb.jpg) (//%5Burl=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140804_184532_zps89147ecb.jpg.html) ]tradgang[/URL]
but plan B!! wow
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140804_184353_zps6d17e20a.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140804_184353_zps6d17e20a.jpg.html)
My plan A is coming along nicely (on the right)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140804_184532_zps89147ecb.jpg) (//%5Burl=http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140804_184532_zps89147ecb.jpg.html) ]tradgang[/URL]
but plan B!! wow
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140804_184353_zps6d17e20a.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140804_184353_zps6d17e20a.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on August 04, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on August 04, 2014, 10:21:00 PM
wow Josh, um, i can't decide between the 2. best to send them both and i'll send one back in a few years. sound good?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 05, 2014, 06:07:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on August 05, 2014, 06:07:00 AM
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on August 05, 2014, 10:58:00 AM
Post by: razorback on August 05, 2014, 10:58:00 AM
By that progression Goober, I want to see plan C. They look great. What is the back on plan A?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on August 05, 2014, 02:10:00 PM
Post by: soy on August 05, 2014, 02:10:00 PM
wow that is some quilted stuff :scared: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 05, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 05, 2014, 04:18:00 PM
plan A is carbon fiber. I was planning on sending that one until the quilted maple got under glass. really shimmers. gonna make for a tough decision
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on August 05, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: Swissbow on August 05, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Look what I found on my porch today...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2837.jpg)
Unfortunately I didn't have much time, but I just had to take a peek on that bow. And what can I say, that thing ist just gorgeous. Soy you did a fantastic job.
The lams are awesome...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2841.jpg)
... and the riser. I'm speechless...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2842.jpg)
Thank you very much Soy for that beauty. The weather should be ok this weekend, so I can go out and test it. If it shoots as good as it looks ( and I'm sure it will... ), it will be great.
__________
Andy
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2837.jpg)
Unfortunately I didn't have much time, but I just had to take a peek on that bow. And what can I say, that thing ist just gorgeous. Soy you did a fantastic job.
The lams are awesome...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2841.jpg)
... and the riser. I'm speechless...
(http://i861.photobucket.com/albums/ab173/07Hawaii/IMG_2842.jpg)
Thank you very much Soy for that beauty. The weather should be ok this weekend, so I can go out and test it. If it shoots as good as it looks ( and I'm sure it will... ), it will be great.
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on August 05, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on August 05, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Josh, you are the master of awesome looking veneers! That zebra wood last year was killer, are these bows off the same form?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on August 05, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on August 05, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Congrats Andy...beautiful job soy!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 05, 2014, 06:33:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 05, 2014, 06:33:00 PM
what a beautiful bow Andy,Thad congratulations on a great job.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on August 05, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
Post by: soy on August 05, 2014, 06:34:00 PM
Happy to see it made it!!!
So sorry its late :knothead:
So sorry its late :knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 05, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 05, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Very nice!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 05, 2014, 08:47:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 05, 2014, 08:47:00 PM
8 bows still in the mail and we are almost 60% complete.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 05, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 05, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
One lovely bow received and on that is just wow. About to be done. I think I would prefer the quilted maple my self but I might not ever see an animal, because I would just be staring at it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 05, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 05, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
And I scraped a bit more. It is pulling 60@22".
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140805_203307_zps3xzdtbid.jpg)[/URL]
Here is the handle the bottom of the handle is about where that darker band is.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140805_202253_zpsmdczp39b.jpg)[/URL]
And tip to tip string track it is worse then the pic shows.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140805_202129_zpsrsgkjgxj.jpg)[/URL]
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140805_203307_zps3xzdtbid.jpg)[/URL]
Here is the handle the bottom of the handle is about where that darker band is.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140805_202253_zpsmdczp39b.jpg)[/URL]
And tip to tip string track it is worse then the pic shows.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140805_202129_zpsrsgkjgxj.jpg)[/URL]
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:43:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:43:00 AM
Kind forgot I was still due a bow in this year's swap so was a little surprised when the mailman told me he had a bow for me.I did have a bit of a secret wish for a 3 piece as i don't own one until now.Out cam beautiful little bow with black walnut and wild Pecan riser all harvested from David's land which makes it more special anyway, and limbs of hackberry. It is very quiet and really puts an arrow out there. In fact I kept shooting a little high at first.I am delighted with this bow and express my gratitude to David Flanrey, for all the great work , the cost of shipping and even providing limb socks and bow stringer. Last year it was soy's terrific 'snake' bow and this year David's marvelous takedown. Thank you.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/002_zps3aa281cf.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/002_zps3aa281cf.jpg.html)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/002_zps3aa281cf.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/002_zps3aa281cf.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:45:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:45:00 AM
Small group from 15 yards.All random arrows too, different spines etc.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg.html)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:46:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:46:00 AM
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/006_zps8b40f71f.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/006_zps8b40f71f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:48:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 12:48:00 AM
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/007_zps2245daba.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/007_zps2245daba.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on August 06, 2014, 01:14:00 AM
Post by: soy on August 06, 2014, 01:14:00 AM
congratulations bob!!!!! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 02:26:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 06, 2014, 02:26:00 AM
thanks Thad! Still going to happen before too long! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on August 06, 2014, 07:57:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on August 06, 2014, 07:57:00 AM
Congrats Bob....excellent work David!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 06, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 06, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by rmorris:I gotta give John from OMC credit for the veneers. Seems he always has something for me to drool over.
Josh, you are the master of awesome looking veneers! That zebra wood last year was killer, are these bows off the same form?
Same form, although I had hoped to make these one-piece but I just can't seem to find the time to do it right.
Great work everyone ! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 06, 2014, 07:02:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 06, 2014, 07:02:00 PM
Another fine bow, and another happy recipient! Great job everyone!
A friend of mine stopped by before work to check out my swapper. He's primarily a wheel shooter, but he really liked this bow, and said the grip was perfect. He wants one just like it. Here he is at right about 30"
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/F3234775-5A24-4E85-B5EB-41B2DBEC88EE_zpsdzjvv1ff.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/F3234775-5A24-4E85-B5EB-41B2DBEC88EE_zpsdzjvv1ff.jpg.html)
A friend of mine stopped by before work to check out my swapper. He's primarily a wheel shooter, but he really liked this bow, and said the grip was perfect. He wants one just like it. Here he is at right about 30"
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/F3234775-5A24-4E85-B5EB-41B2DBEC88EE_zpsdzjvv1ff.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/F3234775-5A24-4E85-B5EB-41B2DBEC88EE_zpsdzjvv1ff.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 06, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 06, 2014, 08:30:00 PM
Congrats Bob
Pheonixarcher nice looking bow let me know when she ships out!
Pheonixarcher nice looking bow let me know when she ships out!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on August 06, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on August 06, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
That full draw profile looks great!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 06, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 06, 2014, 10:50:00 PM
Kelly, get that right limb bending more before stressing that left limb anymore then stay away from the inner portion of the left limb until everything is bending evenly and together.
All I need to do is write the info on my trade bow, add 2 more coats of Tru-Oil and put another 75 arrows through her. Then I'll be shipping her off some time next week. I'll let you know when the bow is on her way.
All I need to do is write the info on my trade bow, add 2 more coats of Tru-Oil and put another 75 arrows through her. Then I'll be shipping her off some time next week. I'll let you know when the bow is on her way.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 07, 2014, 12:25:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 07, 2014, 12:25:00 AM
Thanks Dave! It's a bit of an asymmetric design. The bottom wedge is a little shorter, and the top limb is a tad longer. I'm really happy with the shooting characteristics of this design.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 07, 2014, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on August 07, 2014, 10:36:00 AM
Here are a few pics of the trade bow I'll be sending out soon. I only draw 26" and my recipient draws longer so I'm not getting the full potential when I shoot her but she seems like a pretty good bow. She is a tad bit shocky but not bad. I have tillered this bow out 1" past my recipients draw length and exercised her plenty. I've put 60 arrows through her but need to shoot her a bit more. Here are a few pics...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014002_zps0b551b22.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014002_zps0b551b22.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014003_zps1558699f.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014003_zps1558699f.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014001_zps9c39fc1d.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014001_zps9c39fc1d.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014004_zpsed6fbfa3.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014004_zpsed6fbfa3.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014005_zpsf7d7d6fc.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014005_zpsf7d7d6fc.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014002_zps0b551b22.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014002_zps0b551b22.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014003_zps1558699f.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014003_zps1558699f.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014001_zps9c39fc1d.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014001_zps9c39fc1d.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014004_zpsed6fbfa3.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014004_zpsed6fbfa3.jpg.html)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/outgoingTGtradebow2014005_zpsf7d7d6fc.jpg) (http://s5.photobucket.com/user/PatBNC/media/outgoingTGtradebow2014005_zpsf7d7d6fc.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on August 07, 2014, 10:44:00 AM
Post by: razorback on August 07, 2014, 10:44:00 AM
Pat that is a great looking bow. What is the backing, some sort of bark or a fancy camo paint job. I'm still waiting on my bow, so make sure you get the address right :readit:
:bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
:bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 07, 2014, 10:57:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on August 07, 2014, 10:57:00 AM
Thanks Tony. It is a rawhide backing with leather dye blotting done with a dry sponge.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on August 07, 2014, 12:18:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on August 07, 2014, 12:18:00 PM
fine looking bow Pat!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: BrianO on August 07, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Post by: BrianO on August 07, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Pat , I love the finish on that bow. Looks great!
I shipped my bow this morning. Shows that it should arrive Saturday morning. Hope he likes it. It has more character than any how I've built so far.
I shipped my bow this morning. Shows that it should arrive Saturday morning. Hope he likes it. It has more character than any how I've built so far.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on August 07, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on August 07, 2014, 05:24:00 PM
Pat that one will suit me nicely ;) unless i get brian's character bow... and that will be just fine too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on August 07, 2014, 06:05:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on August 07, 2014, 06:05:00 PM
Pat, that is a good looking piece of osage! I really like the way you finished that rawhide.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 07, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 07, 2014, 06:29:00 PM
Thanks guys. I've been off this summer for some reason. It has been a struggle getting one worth the trade done but she is almost ready to go to her new home.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 07, 2014, 06:42:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 07, 2014, 06:42:00 PM
nice one Pat, like the backing as well too!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on August 07, 2014, 09:17:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on August 07, 2014, 09:17:00 PM
Great looking bow as always Pat, I'm sure your recipient will love it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on August 08, 2014, 06:43:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on August 08, 2014, 06:43:00 AM
Very nice, Pat.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Walt Francis on August 09, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Post by: Walt Francis on August 09, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
I apologize for being late this year. No legitimate excuse for not getting it done on time other than the gout kept me from doing anything for close to two months. The foot finally healed up enough for me to get out into the shop, below is the result. Lacewood and Cocobola in the riser ; Lacewood veneers on the belly; cocobola veneers on the back; black glass, lacewood and cocobola on the riser and tip overlays.
It goes out to the recipient in a couple of minutes.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly001_zps5ee5e40a.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly001_zps5ee5e40a.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly003_zps0c0444a2.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly003_zps0c0444a2.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly005_zps9859a33f.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly005_zps9859a33f.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly007_zps0e75a67c.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly007_zps0e75a67c.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly008_zps2683c71b.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly008_zps2683c71b.jpg.html)
It goes out to the recipient in a couple of minutes.
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly001_zps5ee5e40a.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly001_zps5ee5e40a.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly003_zps0c0444a2.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly003_zps0c0444a2.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly005_zps9859a33f.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly005_zps9859a33f.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly007_zps0e75a67c.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly007_zps0e75a67c.jpg.html)
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y91/Slivershooter/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly008_zps2683c71b.jpg) (http://s3.photobucket.com/user/Slivershooter/media/2014%20Trade%20Bow/AddieampMolly008_zps2683c71b.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on August 09, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on August 09, 2014, 11:34:00 AM
Very nice Walt....I love the contours of the riser!!! Awesome wood combo too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: D on August 09, 2014, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: D on August 09, 2014, 12:44:00 PM
Dont worry about being late Walt. Being someone that has received one of wants bows trust me they are well worth the wait. Glad your gout has healed up Walt
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on August 09, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on August 09, 2014, 01:02:00 PM
great lookin bow Walt.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on August 09, 2014, 01:06:00 PM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on August 09, 2014, 01:06:00 PM
I wish my second effort was as nice. That's top notch, Walt.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on August 09, 2014, 03:14:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on August 09, 2014, 03:14:00 PM
got a bow from BrianO! Nice little Osage selfbow, 59@29, lots of little knots and character. only had a few minutes to shoot it with underspined arrows, but seems quiet and pretty quick. will have to get some pictures up later. He also sent a very nice bow sock (which i desperately needed). Thanks Brian!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on August 09, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
Post by: Swissbow on August 09, 2014, 03:23:00 PM
That's a very fine bow Walt. Nice job !
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 10, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 10, 2014, 01:33:00 PM
Nice bow Walt and Echatham where is the money shot.
Well one received and one more in the mail. we have 7 in the mail and 22 of us waiting you have about a 33% chance of getting a new bow very soon.
Well one received and one more in the mail. we have 7 in the mail and 22 of us waiting you have about a 33% chance of getting a new bow very soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on August 10, 2014, 07:40:00 PM
Post by: Echatham on August 10, 2014, 07:40:00 PM
I'll get it Kelly, just super busy this weekend, and its an ordeal to get pictures, gotta perch the phone on the grill and set the timer and all. Haven't even really had time to shoot at all for the last month or two, getting the fever now though, deer season is only 35 days away, gotta get ready.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 10, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 10, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
My bow should go out on Tuesday but I'll post after it does go. I was gonna write the pertinent info on the bow the other day and the bottle of India ink I have(had) was solid. :banghead: I'm going tomorrow for more ink and get 'er done.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 10, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 10, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Ok I got a bit done today.
about 21" in this pic.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140810_201231_zpsmoyroz7g.jpg)[/URL]
Low brace
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140810_201005_zpsde75kpc2.jpg)[/URL]
I have it tillerd out to 23" pulling about 61#.
It is coming along I still need to really get some heat on it and get the string tracking but lets see where we end up.
about 21" in this pic.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140810_201231_zpsmoyroz7g.jpg)[/URL]
Low brace
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140810_201005_zpsde75kpc2.jpg)[/URL]
I have it tillerd out to 23" pulling about 61#.
It is coming along I still need to really get some heat on it and get the string tracking but lets see where we end up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on August 11, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on August 11, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
I love this home stretch part of the swap where everyone seems to be coming home to bows or has their's almost ready to send. Before you know it, we'll all be talking about next year's swap!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 11, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 11, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Kelly, you still need to get the outer limbs bending and be careful of the hinge 6" off the left fade.
One more little hold up on my trade bow. None of the shipping tubes are long enough. I'll pick one up tomorrow and may still get the bow in the mail then too.
One more little hold up on my trade bow. None of the shipping tubes are long enough. I'll pick one up tomorrow and may still get the bow in the mail then too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 11, 2014, 04:41:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 11, 2014, 04:41:00 PM
Getting closer. sure hope !$@%#$*^% doesn't mind the wait too much.
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140809_213338_zps8a32b54c.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140809_213338_zps8a32b54c.jpg.html)
(http://i1279.photobucket.com/albums/y525/goobersan/20140809_213338_zps8a32b54c.jpg) (http://s1279.photobucket.com/user/goobersan/media/20140809_213338_zps8a32b54c.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 11, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 11, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
I'm ok with the wait goober!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on August 12, 2014, 12:33:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on August 12, 2014, 12:33:00 PM
Looking forward to getting my trade bow... unfortunately I won't be shooting it any time soon. Need to get my neck operated on in the next couple of weeks so I will be out of action.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 12, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 12, 2014, 01:41:00 PM
Well, I found out today that nobody carries thin walled PVC. I was told it is not available any more. :mad: I have thick walled PVC and a cardboard carpet tube so my bow will be going out in one of those tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 13, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 13, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
My trade bow went out today and should be in the Mid West by Friday. Please let me know when it gets there.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 13, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 13, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
No update here. I keep getting roped into helping others.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Sacred mt on August 14, 2014, 12:10:00 AM
Post by: Sacred mt on August 14, 2014, 12:10:00 AM
The mailman delivered a tan tube and what was inside was beyond my imagination...I was STOKED!!!! The man outdid himself in artistry and the performance of the bow shot with authority. I had to wait for about a day to shoot because of the rain...Walt Francis you'er the MAN!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on August 14, 2014, 04:05:00 AM
Post by: soy on August 14, 2014, 04:05:00 AM
congratulations!!! but as roy would say without pics it did not happen :goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on August 14, 2014, 05:40:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on August 14, 2014, 05:40:00 AM
:)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on August 14, 2014, 09:46:00 AM
Post by: razorback on August 14, 2014, 09:46:00 AM
Pat, I don't live in the Mid West :(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 14, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 14, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
:p
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 14, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 14, 2014, 09:40:00 PM
sacred MT congrats.
55% done and still 7 bows in the mail.
55% done and still 7 bows in the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on August 15, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on August 15, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
Here ya go boys...
Used my first trade bow from swissbow...a little long hunting in the bush, but did the job!
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140810_224459_zpslkb87dcs.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140810_224459_zpslkb87dcs.jpg.html)
Used my first trade bow from swissbow...a little long hunting in the bush, but did the job!
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140810_224459_zpslkb87dcs.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140810_224459_zpslkb87dcs.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trux Turning on August 15, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: Trux Turning on August 15, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
:clapper: :clapper:
Congratulations- that's what it's all about
Congratulations- that's what it's all about
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on August 15, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: soy on August 15, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Rock on! congratulations to you and swiss!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 15, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 15, 2014, 10:43:00 PM
Andy will be as pleased as you are. Well done!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 15, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 15, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
Awesome Kevin nothing better.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Swissbow on August 16, 2014, 02:47:00 AM
Post by: Swissbow on August 16, 2014, 02:47:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by kevin_h:Congrats Kevin, you just made my day. It's great to see a bow being used for what it was made for.
Here ya go boys...
Used my first trade bow from swissbow...a little long hunting in the bush, but did the job!
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140810_224459_zpslkb87dcs.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140810_224459_zpslkb87dcs.jpg.html)
__________
Andy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Echatham on August 16, 2014, 11:16:00 AM
Post by: Echatham on August 16, 2014, 11:16:00 AM
well they ain't as cool as Kevin's picture, but i finally found time to get pictures. sorry for the delay Brian.
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105756_181_zpshzw2vn8g.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105756_181_zpshzw2vn8g.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105824_473_zpsbm4dn1rc.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105824_473_zpsbm4dn1rc.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110404_111_zpsxsbaucog.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110404_111_zpsxsbaucog.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110313_865_zpsetyzliev.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110313_865_zpsetyzliev.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110116_809_zpsfjgsdoux.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110116_809_zpsfjgsdoux.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105756_181_zpshzw2vn8g.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105756_181_zpshzw2vn8g.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105824_473_zpsbm4dn1rc.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_105824_473_zpsbm4dn1rc.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110404_111_zpsxsbaucog.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110404_111_zpsxsbaucog.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110313_865_zpsetyzliev.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110313_865_zpsetyzliev.jpg.html)
(http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s608/echatham/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110116_809_zpsfjgsdoux.jpg) (http://s1308.photobucket.com/user/echatham/media/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20140816_110116_809_zpsfjgsdoux.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on August 16, 2014, 12:11:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on August 16, 2014, 12:11:00 PM
Still pretty cool bow, those overlays have the perfect contrast..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 16, 2014, 01:05:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 16, 2014, 01:05:00 PM
Great pics you two. Great Pics!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: David Flanrey on August 16, 2014, 01:20:00 PM
Post by: David Flanrey on August 16, 2014, 01:20:00 PM
Congrats Eric. Very nice bow. Good job Brian, those tips turned out great.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on August 16, 2014, 02:41:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on August 16, 2014, 02:41:00 PM
Very nice guys.
Congrats Kevin!
Congrats Kevin!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 17, 2014, 12:51:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 17, 2014, 12:51:00 AM
I thought that I had gotten through all the problems building the bow, but apparently not. For some reason, I'm having a helluva time spraying the finish on. I got two coats of gloss on tonight, but I'm not sure how it'll look when it dries. I keep getting dust and fine particles in the finish, so I'm hoping that they'll buff out after a couple days. Then I'll write on it, put one more coat of gloss on, then hopefully one coat of flat. So it's looking like it'll be another week to ten days before it's ready to ship. Sorry guys!
How long does everybody wait between coats, and do I need to wait any longer going from gloss to flat? I'm using tbird.
How long does everybody wait between coats, and do I need to wait any longer going from gloss to flat? I'm using tbird.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 17, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on August 17, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
If it is like most spray on finishes you should use steel wool between coats. to get the dust out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 17, 2014, 03:29:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 17, 2014, 03:29:00 PM
I wont be shipping until the end of August. REALLY sorry Mr. X. I'd rather you waited for my best work. :campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: JRHunter on August 17, 2014, 04:58:00 PM
Post by: JRHunter on August 17, 2014, 04:58:00 PM
Received my bow Friday, but didn't get home to open it & play till today. What an awesome bow! Unbelievable ! Started shooting it in today. Thankyou Pat great job
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 17, 2014, 05:21:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 17, 2014, 05:21:00 PM
Glad she got there safe, Rick. Enjoy!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on August 17, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on August 17, 2014, 06:08:00 PM
you lucky dog. got pics??
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 18, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 18, 2014, 01:41:00 AM
Anyway Kelly we could get some sort of progress report on who has not received and what not? Itching to know where we stand with everyone.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on August 18, 2014, 08:51:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on August 18, 2014, 08:51:00 AM
it has been a long time not to upload anything... but you know, business and family...
here is the latest pics of my swap...
first finish is applied... second finish will later today... then it is done...
wait for it friend :)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6F0B9Sgq0Qk/U_H17jnjBwI/AAAAAAAABvw/IzSA-aer6Ok/w729-h547-no/IMG00581-20140818-1540.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-i5aBzUGs5KM/U_H17PP671I/AAAAAAAABvs/C0YaNit4D1I/w729-h547-no/IMG00582-20140818-1541.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-us2_pwBL_sw/U_H17K9pkTI/AAAAAAAABvo/ujEtNAW0CGA/w729-h547-no/IMG00583-20140818-1541.jpg)
unfortunatly, it is not perfect but i think it is ready to ship across the ocean...
best....
here is the latest pics of my swap...
first finish is applied... second finish will later today... then it is done...
wait for it friend :)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6F0B9Sgq0Qk/U_H17jnjBwI/AAAAAAAABvw/IzSA-aer6Ok/w729-h547-no/IMG00581-20140818-1540.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-i5aBzUGs5KM/U_H17PP671I/AAAAAAAABvs/C0YaNit4D1I/w729-h547-no/IMG00582-20140818-1541.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-us2_pwBL_sw/U_H17K9pkTI/AAAAAAAABvo/ujEtNAW0CGA/w729-h547-no/IMG00583-20140818-1541.jpg)
unfortunatly, it is not perfect but i think it is ready to ship across the ocean...
best....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on August 18, 2014, 12:37:00 PM
Post by: inksoup on August 18, 2014, 12:37:00 PM
here is after dry...
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/xud_H4rJIHiwEXTjA5RWhg9gT6bw8gD32z-g-87ZRcE=w729-h547-no)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6oV-scHKIPI/U_IrHXGXzOI/AAAAAAAABwQ/-LRAOPq9w80/w729-h547-no/IMG00585-20140818-1916.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-dxSoWqoyuyc/U_IrHawMdeI/AAAAAAAABwY/moHqfh-15Uk/w729-h547-no/IMG00586-20140818-1916.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-OIEWXaHNCO0/U_IrKjTOKKI/AAAAAAAABwk/6YJEkiAWPRo/w729-h547-no/IMG00587-20140818-1916.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-rsm5yZtHPoo/U_IrKzR35WI/AAAAAAAABwo/_UrqBwYqxrk/w729-h547-no/IMG00588-20140818-1916.jpg)
best...
i will ship this ASAP...
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/xud_H4rJIHiwEXTjA5RWhg9gT6bw8gD32z-g-87ZRcE=w729-h547-no)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-6oV-scHKIPI/U_IrHXGXzOI/AAAAAAAABwQ/-LRAOPq9w80/w729-h547-no/IMG00585-20140818-1916.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-dxSoWqoyuyc/U_IrHawMdeI/AAAAAAAABwY/moHqfh-15Uk/w729-h547-no/IMG00586-20140818-1916.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-OIEWXaHNCO0/U_IrKjTOKKI/AAAAAAAABwk/6YJEkiAWPRo/w729-h547-no/IMG00587-20140818-1916.jpg)
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-rsm5yZtHPoo/U_IrKzR35WI/AAAAAAAABwo/_UrqBwYqxrk/w729-h547-no/IMG00588-20140818-1916.jpg)
best...
i will ship this ASAP...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on August 18, 2014, 01:20:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on August 18, 2014, 01:20:00 PM
Wow Ink, looks great!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on August 18, 2014, 06:50:00 PM
Post by: razorback on August 18, 2014, 06:50:00 PM
Ink if that is coming my way I would be proud to own it. What wood is the riser made from, I may have missed that in an earlier post.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on August 19, 2014, 12:56:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on August 19, 2014, 12:56:00 AM
recently I posted about receiving a beautiful take down from David Flanrey in the bow swap. I have tried it out at our club and it shoots fast and flat and very quiet.Very appreciative about the bow, as I was last year with Soy's marvelous creation. Forgot to get a 'money 'shot again, but decided to knock up a case to protect this bow whenever I use it.This is only a fairly rough job made from scraps in the workshop but will amply do the job.
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/002_zps125ca765.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/002_zps125ca765.jpg.html) (http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg.html) (http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/001_zps527a5479.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/001_zps527a5479.jpg.html) (http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/002_zpscac4ee3f.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/002_zpscac4ee3f.jpg.html)
(http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/002_zps125ca765.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/002_zps125ca765.jpg.html) (http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/001_zps0a965eaa.jpg.html) (http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/001_zps527a5479.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/001_zps527a5479.jpg.html) (http://i1382.photobucket.com/albums/ah249/bigbob2/002_zpscac4ee3f.jpg) (http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/bigbob2/media/002_zpscac4ee3f.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on August 19, 2014, 03:49:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on August 19, 2014, 03:49:00 AM
thanks guys...
re: razor
you know i have broken 3 bows for this year's swap. this is the 4th one. :)
i wanted to try my hand on recurved 3 pieced bow and if this was not worked either, i will be shipping the bow on this on the back against the wall...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-OIEWXaHNCO0/U_IrKjTOKKI/AAAAAAAABwk/6YJEkiAWPRo/w729-h547-no/IMG00587-20140818-1916.jpg)
luckly it worked as miracle.
well the limbs are from hornbeam lams.
backed with fiberglass and on the belly, the woods supported by fiberglass reinforced material. (i have invented this i think. this fiberglass layer is compressed with semparoc (http://marinestore.co.uk/Collano_Semparoc_Rapid_V_Adhesive.html) and i glued a camo cotton on belly.
also i have applied a veneer but i do not know what it is. when i saw in the shop i just said " i want those " forget to ask what wood are they :)
handle is pine + fiberglass + hornbeam + those veneers.
hope receiver will like it. who knows maybe you or not :D
re: razor
you know i have broken 3 bows for this year's swap. this is the 4th one. :)
i wanted to try my hand on recurved 3 pieced bow and if this was not worked either, i will be shipping the bow on this on the back against the wall...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-OIEWXaHNCO0/U_IrKjTOKKI/AAAAAAAABwk/6YJEkiAWPRo/w729-h547-no/IMG00587-20140818-1916.jpg)
luckly it worked as miracle.
well the limbs are from hornbeam lams.
backed with fiberglass and on the belly, the woods supported by fiberglass reinforced material. (i have invented this i think. this fiberglass layer is compressed with semparoc (http://marinestore.co.uk/Collano_Semparoc_Rapid_V_Adhesive.html) and i glued a camo cotton on belly.
also i have applied a veneer but i do not know what it is. when i saw in the shop i just said " i want those " forget to ask what wood are they :)
handle is pine + fiberglass + hornbeam + those veneers.
hope receiver will like it. who knows maybe you or not :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on August 19, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on August 19, 2014, 03:20:00 PM
I agree with above in that it might be nice to let those who have not received bows yet know they are still being remembered and things are progressing.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on August 21, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on August 21, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
Also would like to know the status.
Is everyone who still needs to ship in contact?
Hope there's no one who's fallen off the map.
Is everyone who still needs to ship in contact?
Hope there's no one who's fallen off the map.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 21, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 21, 2014, 10:55:00 PM
I will get yall an update this weekend. I will post who I am tracking have received and who has shipped and who has not.
I will try and get this out sometime this weekend.
Sorry not staying on like I normally do. I am sure all have been on recently. I will look at that also.
I will try and get this out sometime this weekend.
Sorry not staying on like I normally do. I am sure all have been on recently. I will look at that also.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on August 22, 2014, 06:33:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on August 22, 2014, 06:33:00 AM
hi friends...
i have itched to make some changes on the bow.. you know...
so this is the final version of this...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-FmNd9mylnKw/U_carZbmZRI/AAAAAAAAB5Y/6yOnpRuByf0/w729-h547-no/IMG00589-20140822-1319.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-4LP0wXiXBDw/U_caru-BzEI/AAAAAAAAB5g/WQg2VbGJU_w/w729-h547-no/IMG00590-20140822-1319.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-J93TlwCfq0I/U_carnX1FjI/AAAAAAAAB5c/yRAYRJjiT9Y/w729-h547-no/IMG00591-20140822-1319.jpg)
i did not the blur the receiver since it can not be read on the pic :D
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vcbfbZ-yWaM/U_catke035I/AAAAAAAAB5s/xfAObU3zKGk/w729-h547-no/IMG00592-20140822-1320.jpg)
i know brace height is low. i leave like this since i want my receiver to make it for his size... i hope this is ok?
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-RPyDugRtuvY/U_cauDt18pI/AAAAAAAAB5w/BQKWOWIj-XA/w729-h547-no/IMG00593-20140822-1320.jpg)
i have shot this this bow some arrows it seems like it matched the requirements..
best.
i have itched to make some changes on the bow.. you know...
so this is the final version of this...
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-FmNd9mylnKw/U_carZbmZRI/AAAAAAAAB5Y/6yOnpRuByf0/w729-h547-no/IMG00589-20140822-1319.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-4LP0wXiXBDw/U_caru-BzEI/AAAAAAAAB5g/WQg2VbGJU_w/w729-h547-no/IMG00590-20140822-1319.jpg)
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-J93TlwCfq0I/U_carnX1FjI/AAAAAAAAB5c/yRAYRJjiT9Y/w729-h547-no/IMG00591-20140822-1319.jpg)
i did not the blur the receiver since it can not be read on the pic :D
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vcbfbZ-yWaM/U_catke035I/AAAAAAAAB5s/xfAObU3zKGk/w729-h547-no/IMG00592-20140822-1320.jpg)
i know brace height is low. i leave like this since i want my receiver to make it for his size... i hope this is ok?
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-RPyDugRtuvY/U_cauDt18pI/AAAAAAAAB5w/BQKWOWIj-XA/w729-h547-no/IMG00593-20140822-1320.jpg)
i have shot this this bow some arrows it seems like it matched the requirements..
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 22, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 22, 2014, 09:38:00 PM
Nice ink I am sure ****** will be pleased.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 23, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 23, 2014, 09:51:00 PM
Ok as promised I think I fixed the errors and found what I did wrong.
Here is who I am tracking that have not received.
19 total.
KellyG
delongbows
redbeard126
Al Dean
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Jorgy
Pete W
razorback
MoeM
kevin_h
timbermoose
mjwhitby
Millhimes
BrianO
Pheonixarcher
inksoup
Trapper Rob
and here is the list of who has not shipped (some are waiting one their person to ship.)
8 total.
KellyG
Heartlandbowyer
Sacred mt
WestTexan
Todd Cook
Ranger44
Kiwi craig
monterey
If I have made an error let me know. I will make the changes.
Here is who I am tracking that have not received.
19 total.
KellyG
delongbows
redbeard126
Al Dean
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Jorgy
Pete W
razorback
MoeM
kevin_h
timbermoose
mjwhitby
Millhimes
BrianO
Pheonixarcher
inksoup
Trapper Rob
and here is the list of who has not shipped (some are waiting one their person to ship.)
8 total.
KellyG
Heartlandbowyer
Sacred mt
WestTexan
Todd Cook
Ranger44
Kiwi craig
monterey
If I have made an error let me know. I will make the changes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 23, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 23, 2014, 10:15:00 PM
Kelly- I have shipped a bow out to canopyboy but have not received a bow yet. I'm not on the list.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on August 23, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on August 23, 2014, 11:36:00 PM
Kelly-I received a fine bow from D quite some time ago. :) I am waiting for my recipient to ship before I ship mine.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on August 24, 2014, 12:10:00 AM
Post by: redbeard126 on August 24, 2014, 12:10:00 AM
Kelly I have not received a bow yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on August 24, 2014, 12:23:00 AM
Post by: Dwillo on August 24, 2014, 12:23:00 AM
Kelly,
I delivered my trade bow to Monterey back on May 16 and received a bow from jorgy on July 14th. Both were posted here.
Dan
I delivered my trade bow to Monterey back on May 16 and received a bow from jorgy on July 14th. Both were posted here.
Dan
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on August 24, 2014, 02:12:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on August 24, 2014, 02:12:00 AM
I have not received a bow and am not on your list above. I sent my trade bow to LESKEN101 a few months ago.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: 4est trekker on August 24, 2014, 07:28:00 AM
Post by: 4est trekker on August 24, 2014, 07:28:00 AM
WestTexan (Olin) received his bow from me back in May.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kennym on August 24, 2014, 09:09:00 AM
Post by: kennym on August 24, 2014, 09:09:00 AM
OOPS!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 24, 2014, 10:22:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on August 24, 2014, 10:22:00 AM
Hmmm I guess I need to relook at my data. I know it cant be that wrong.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on August 24, 2014, 10:44:00 AM
Post by: macbow on August 24, 2014, 10:44:00 AM
Kelly, I received a beautiful bamboo backed yew bow from kevin_h Who is in Alaska in late July.
Thanks.
Thanks.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 24, 2014, 11:45:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on August 24, 2014, 11:45:00 AM
Ok I think I fixe my errors please relook at the data. Let me know. I think I just copied and pasted the wrong column.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on August 24, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on August 24, 2014, 04:16:00 PM
If i am looking at the new and updated list, with 7 not shipped, does that mean that 11 bows are in the mail?
Kevin
Kevin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on August 24, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Post by: monterey on August 24, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
Kelly, I should be on the list of those who have not shipped. I'm getting close. Not posting any pics since there are so few left on the list it might give ****** a headsup!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 24, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 24, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Monterey thanks had you as shipped but your guy as not received.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on August 24, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 24, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
I have not shipped yet. By the end of this month.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 24, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 24, 2014, 10:05:00 PM
I have not yet shipped, or received. I only have to write on it and spray one more coat of gloss, then a coat of flat, then wait a few days and shoot it to make sure everything is as it should be. Shouldn't be much longer now.
Will one coat of flat be sufficient, or should it get two? And how thick do you spray the flat? Just a light dusting, or a full on coat like the gloss?
Will one coat of flat be sufficient, or should it get two? And how thick do you spray the flat? Just a light dusting, or a full on coat like the gloss?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: WestTexan on August 24, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Post by: WestTexan on August 24, 2014, 10:36:00 PM
Kelly I received a bow from Curt back in late May and shipped mine out in July.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on August 25, 2014, 02:07:00 PM
Post by: razorback on August 25, 2014, 02:07:00 PM
Kelly, just check with your wife, I'm sure you can be "that wrong" :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 25, 2014, 09:08:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 25, 2014, 09:08:00 PM
Ok goober and pheanixarcher I had yall as shipped but your folks not as received. so updated my data. let me know if yall see any other major issues.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 25, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 25, 2014, 09:12:00 PM
and I have mine pulling about 60#@25" just as shade over. I know I need to work on that right limb.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140825_193601_zps7ponijym.jpg)
but other then the right limb still a little stiff I think it is looking good.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140825_193601_zps7ponijym.jpg)
but other then the right limb still a little stiff I think it is looking good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on August 26, 2014, 01:21:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on August 26, 2014, 01:21:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by bowhntineverythingnh03743:And a fine bow it is. Someone get this man a bow!
Kelly- I have shipped a bow out to canopyboy but have not received a bow yet. I'm not on the list.
Seriously, I finally got some stiffer, heavier arrows for that sucker and it just spits 'em into the bullseye. Thanks again Justin.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 26, 2014, 01:39:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 26, 2014, 01:39:00 PM
Glad you like it canopyboy! I'm always nervous to send out a bow to another bowyer because we have some highly skilled craftsman... This is my first real year building fiberglass bows and I still make rookie mistakes. Glad that one came together well and you enjoy it!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 26, 2014, 07:18:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 26, 2014, 07:18:00 PM
Inksoup told me he has received his bow. And has his ready to ship some time this week.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on August 26, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on August 26, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by canopyboy:What kind of arrows did you get Dave? It liked those heavy ash arrows I had.
QuoteOriginally posted by bowhntineverythingnh03743:And a fine bow it is. Someone get this man a bow!
Kelly- I have shipped a bow out to canopyboy but have not received a bow yet. I'm not on the list.
Seriously, I finally got some stiffer, heavier arrows for that sucker and it just spits 'em into the bullseye. Thanks again Justin. [/b]
Justin - It is a nice bow that I had the pleasure of test driving when Dave was at my place a while ago. YES, you deserve a bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 26, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 26, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Ok a bit more scraping and it is pulling around 60#@26"
Brace is looking good.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140826_194729_zpskthbsuyf.jpg)
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140826_195537_zpsoc7nvgto.jpg)
OK let me know what yall see here it 25" here. and limbs look close to even pull now. the left looks like the outer half is stiff. What do yall think?
Brace is looking good.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140826_194729_zpskthbsuyf.jpg)
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140826_195537_zpsoc7nvgto.jpg)
OK let me know what yall see here it 25" here. and limbs look close to even pull now. the left looks like the outer half is stiff. What do yall think?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on August 26, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on August 26, 2014, 10:13:00 PM
Kelly, the outer 1/3 of each limb is still a bit stiff.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on August 26, 2014, 10:33:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on August 26, 2014, 10:33:00 PM
hey i havent got a bow yet... :mad:
but then i havent sent one out either... :o
oh yea ...- i opted out this year :( my loss i guess- awesome bows all round- am sorrynow, that i had to miss it this year!!!
but then i havent sent one out either... :o
oh yea ...- i opted out this year :( my loss i guess- awesome bows all round- am sorrynow, that i had to miss it this year!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on August 27, 2014, 08:00:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on August 27, 2014, 08:00:00 AM
Kelly I think the right limb could use to bend a bit very close to the riser. It's almost like the fade itself extends 6" or so past the riser. Looks like it's not really bending at all. You could bring that bending in closer to the riser on the right limb. Just be careful not to scrape he mid-inner area which seems to be bending nicely now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on August 27, 2014, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on August 27, 2014, 10:36:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by jsweka:John, I ended up with a set of heavy laminated birch arras recently. I think they're about 775 grains. They agree well with Justin's bow.
What kind of arrows did you get Dave? It liked those heavy ash arrows I had. [/QB]
(http://i.imgur.com/i18t4fa.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 27, 2014, 10:56:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 27, 2014, 10:56:00 AM
Those are beautiful David... Where did you get those
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on August 27, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on August 27, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
And what does "laminated" mean? Plywood?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on August 27, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on August 27, 2014, 12:23:00 PM
More like LVL than plywood. All the layers are laminated with the grain going in the same direction. I don't know much about them, but found this thread about how people like them for a tough, heavy shaft:
http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=062364
http://tradgang.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=062364
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on August 27, 2014, 02:11:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on August 27, 2014, 02:11:00 PM
looking good kelly. almost there.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 27, 2014, 09:24:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 27, 2014, 09:24:00 PM
thanks for the in put. A bit on the inner of the right. a bit on both the outer. I will work on that tomorrow. I hope to get it to the draw length tomorrow after work got home a bit late. I really need to heat it up and get the string tracking.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on August 29, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on August 29, 2014, 11:48:00 AM
hi friends...
i have shipped the bow today...
woman in the post office said, it can be there in 2 - 3 weeks time.
so i hope i can make someone happy and i hope bow will be there safe and sound.
best.
i have shipped the bow today...
woman in the post office said, it can be there in 2 - 3 weeks time.
so i hope i can make someone happy and i hope bow will be there safe and sound.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 29, 2014, 12:02:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 29, 2014, 12:02:00 PM
ok Ink I have you marked as shipped. So how is everyone doing where are the updates.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 29, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on August 29, 2014, 05:01:00 PM
I have to spray one coat of flat, hopefully tonight or tomarrow, then wait a couple days and shoot it one last time, then box her up and ship her out! Should be in the mail next week sometime.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 29, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 29, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Awesome
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 29, 2014, 11:42:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 29, 2014, 11:42:00 PM
Hoping your bow pheonix is coming my way... Looks amazing!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on August 30, 2014, 10:23:00 AM
Post by: monterey on August 30, 2014, 10:23:00 AM
I'm getting closer just some final shaping. Always seem to get hung up on minor decisions and have to think them through forever!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Sacred mt on August 30, 2014, 11:46:00 AM
Post by: Sacred mt on August 30, 2014, 11:46:00 AM
Finish the bow awhile back but there is some hairline cracks on the back of the bamboo; its about 16 inches down the top limb and there are two other cracks. My first with bamboo backing :dunno: So what I'll do is send one of fine bows that I got in the one of the TradBow exchanges and make another one to fulfill the exchange. Thanks
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 30, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 30, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Ok I have her pulling 63@27". In the pic it is pulling 26. I have put some arrows through her so I can call her a bow. I may scrap some more but I really need to get some heat in the handle.
I know the left outer 3rd looks a bit stiff. I have plenty of wood left and am almost to the draw 6-8" to go.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140830_200344_zpshoovdnep.jpg)
let me know what yall think.
I know the left outer 3rd looks a bit stiff. I have plenty of wood left and am almost to the draw 6-8" to go.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140830_200344_zpshoovdnep.jpg)
let me know what yall think.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 30, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 30, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
oh and I have not done any heat on the limbs so they are as they were when I started plus very little set that I can see.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 30, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on August 30, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Looks great Kelly!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 31, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 31, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Well I am not going to scrap on it for a little bit. I am drinking some sweet tea checking what is going on, on here then off to had a lot of heat to the handle area to try and get the string align a bit better.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on August 31, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on August 31, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Well it took some heat and I am waiting on it to cool but I think we will be close enough when it cools but only time will tell.
Where the heat was applied.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140831_163248_zpso8hwqm9q.jpg)
end to end kind of.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140831_163225_zpsoyzkeoud.jpg)
I used my thigh to add pressure and when I felt the wood relax I would add a bit more until I had it where I think it should be. I know it will spring back a bit.
Then I wrapped that rope around it heated it again press a bit more feeling the wood relax more then I would wrap and pull the rope. wrap and pull until I had it to where it is now That is why some slack is on some of the loops. But we shall see in the AM. Unless I just cant stand it after we get back tonight I might take it off and just take a peek see.
Where the heat was applied.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140831_163248_zpso8hwqm9q.jpg)
end to end kind of.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140831_163225_zpsoyzkeoud.jpg)
I used my thigh to add pressure and when I felt the wood relax I would add a bit more until I had it where I think it should be. I know it will spring back a bit.
Then I wrapped that rope around it heated it again press a bit more feeling the wood relax more then I would wrap and pull the rope. wrap and pull until I had it to where it is now That is why some slack is on some of the loops. But we shall see in the AM. Unless I just cant stand it after we get back tonight I might take it off and just take a peek see.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 01, 2014, 02:56:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 01, 2014, 02:56:00 AM
Thanks bowhnt! You'll just have to wait and see. I got the flat on, now just have to see how she looks when she dries. I hope one coat will do, cause I know the flat is a bit softer than the gloss, so I'd prefer to not add a second coat. I should know by morning.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 01, 2014, 11:46:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on September 01, 2014, 11:46:00 AM
Well pulled mine off the caul after I got home she had completely cooled and moved quite a bit. I did string it up briefly. I will do it again later and see if weight was affected.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 01, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 01, 2014, 04:50:00 PM
Ok here is how the string is tracking now. Just a bit off.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/5d1eb28d-f8c2-4fe7-a0be-fff78bc5ee25_zps36ebddda.jpg)
Here it is at brace.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140901_133434_zps4d2jlvrh.jpg)
pulling almost 59#@27"
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140901_133610_zpscvqagadl.jpg)
And after leaving braced for over an hour, exercising the limbs and putting about 10-12 arrows through it. Here is the unbraced bow.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140901_134453_zpsuhg2ru31.jpg)
Now it is a bow I need to do a bit more work but I have started some sanding and getting most of the tool marks out. I need to fill some checks with CA glue and I have a place in the handle were a knot was dug out I think I will fill with glue and sawdust (just to cover the splinters. I may not put a leather wrap on this one the wood looks pretty sweet.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/5d1eb28d-f8c2-4fe7-a0be-fff78bc5ee25_zps36ebddda.jpg)
Here it is at brace.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140901_133434_zps4d2jlvrh.jpg)
pulling almost 59#@27"
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140901_133610_zpscvqagadl.jpg)
And after leaving braced for over an hour, exercising the limbs and putting about 10-12 arrows through it. Here is the unbraced bow.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140901_134453_zpsuhg2ru31.jpg)
Now it is a bow I need to do a bit more work but I have started some sanding and getting most of the tool marks out. I need to fill some checks with CA glue and I have a place in the handle were a knot was dug out I think I will fill with glue and sawdust (just to cover the splinters. I may not put a leather wrap on this one the wood looks pretty sweet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on September 01, 2014, 05:34:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on September 01, 2014, 05:34:00 PM
Looks to be coming along nicely. Going to be a nice looking bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on September 01, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on September 01, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
looking good Kelly. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on September 02, 2014, 12:00:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on September 02, 2014, 12:00:00 AM
Leave the right limb alone and get the outer 1/3 of the left limb bending a bit more.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 12:20:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 12:20:00 AM
Will do outer 3rd of the left limb
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on September 02, 2014, 09:20:00 AM
Post by: Pat B on September 02, 2014, 09:20:00 AM
Can you see where I'm talking about. Still leave the last 6" stiff.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 02, 2014, 09:37:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 02, 2014, 09:37:00 AM
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/kellybow.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/kellybow.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Thanks roy. I miss your crayons. I really do.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on September 02, 2014, 03:24:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on September 02, 2014, 03:24:00 PM
Nice looking curves there Kelly. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Shhh Zradix I don't know it is suppose to break and neither does the wood so shhhhh not to loud.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on September 02, 2014, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on September 02, 2014, 08:07:00 PM
:knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on September 02, 2014, 08:08:00 PM
Post by: Zradix on September 02, 2014, 08:08:00 PM
:knothead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 02, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
OK I got some more scraping done.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140902_191439_zpsinl8l4hc.jpg)
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140902_191439_zpsinl8l4hc.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 02, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 02, 2014, 09:03:00 PM
Looking good to a glass guy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on September 03, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on September 03, 2014, 11:55:00 PM
I'm going to be leaving for possibly up to three weeks on Monday. I got the OK from Kelly to ship my bow. Should go out tomorrow or Friday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 04, 2014, 05:38:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 04, 2014, 05:38:00 AM
Aside from a few dust particles, the finish looks good on my trade bow. I put a Velcro rest and side plate on, and shot it a bit. Everything is good to go. I don't like the looks of the Velcro, so I think I'm gonna swap it for some calf hair. Then I just gotta box her up, and get her to the post office! I'll be busy the next couple days, but hopefully it will get shipped on Friday. If not, Monday for sure. I hope I get some sun so I can get some good pics before she goes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pat B on September 04, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Post by: Pat B on September 04, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
How does she shoot, Kelly? I think it time to find out if you haven't already.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 05, 2014, 08:10:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 05, 2014, 08:10:00 AM
Let's see a pic Phoenix
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on September 05, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on September 05, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by bowhntineverythingnh03743:Yeah, you can't talk about a finished bow on here without posting a pic ;)
Let's see a pic Phoenix
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 05, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on September 05, 2014, 08:31:00 PM
:goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 06, 2014, 12:38:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 06, 2014, 12:38:00 AM
Sorry guys! I should've known better. Lol
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/6D8B0A28-C050-44A1-B400-87A251124427_zpscru7hrhk.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/6D8B0A28-C050-44A1-B400-87A251124427_zpscru7hrhk.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/583FD33B-81C9-4E09-BB35-C0EA058FFADD_zpsdco4rx9q.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/583FD33B-81C9-4E09-BB35-C0EA058FFADD_zpsdco4rx9q.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/92F47AB4-C0C9-466D-954D-288AE41C01D4_zpsgyzo4iqh.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/92F47AB4-C0C9-466D-954D-288AE41C01D4_zpsgyzo4iqh.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/4FF46588-8B4F-4BF6-9AFF-2011F53D9E37_zpstl8nepl9.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/4FF46588-8B4F-4BF6-9AFF-2011F53D9E37_zpstl8nepl9.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/6D8B0A28-C050-44A1-B400-87A251124427_zpscru7hrhk.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/6D8B0A28-C050-44A1-B400-87A251124427_zpscru7hrhk.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/583FD33B-81C9-4E09-BB35-C0EA058FFADD_zpsdco4rx9q.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/583FD33B-81C9-4E09-BB35-C0EA058FFADD_zpsdco4rx9q.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/92F47AB4-C0C9-466D-954D-288AE41C01D4_zpsgyzo4iqh.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/92F47AB4-C0C9-466D-954D-288AE41C01D4_zpsgyzo4iqh.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/4FF46588-8B4F-4BF6-9AFF-2011F53D9E37_zpstl8nepl9.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/4FF46588-8B4F-4BF6-9AFF-2011F53D9E37_zpstl8nepl9.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 06, 2014, 12:49:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 06, 2014, 12:49:00 AM
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/38BA5CF4-AFF6-43AE-A54B-5114CA3AC2CD_zpstdzc0por.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/38BA5CF4-AFF6-43AE-A54B-5114CA3AC2CD_zpstdzc0por.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/97CB5F97-5E74-416D-9511-95D3C43C33C5_zpsixx3lpmq.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/97CB5F97-5E74-416D-9511-95D3C43C33C5_zpsixx3lpmq.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/FD6A4B83-1CF3-4D16-B47D-396550BCB749_zpsgogi8ssa.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/FD6A4B83-1CF3-4D16-B47D-396550BCB749_zpsgogi8ssa.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/F0309B5A-8263-4B11-8772-74C0BF4931D4_zpslolufske.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/F0309B5A-8263-4B11-8772-74C0BF4931D4_zpslolufske.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/C8E3365A-BAF8-4A9C-B17A-E246C68FD612_zpswweid2e3.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/C8E3365A-BAF8-4A9C-B17A-E246C68FD612_zpswweid2e3.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/4B4102F6-204C-488C-B89B-ACA94694FD44_zpsxockqe26.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/4B4102F6-204C-488C-B89B-ACA94694FD44_zpsxockqe26.jpg.html)
It shoots nice and quiet and smooth! Not too bad for just grabbing a random arrow, and eyeballing the nock point. I definitely like the calf hair better though.
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/97CB5F97-5E74-416D-9511-95D3C43C33C5_zpsixx3lpmq.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/97CB5F97-5E74-416D-9511-95D3C43C33C5_zpsixx3lpmq.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/FD6A4B83-1CF3-4D16-B47D-396550BCB749_zpsgogi8ssa.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/FD6A4B83-1CF3-4D16-B47D-396550BCB749_zpsgogi8ssa.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/F0309B5A-8263-4B11-8772-74C0BF4931D4_zpslolufske.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/F0309B5A-8263-4B11-8772-74C0BF4931D4_zpslolufske.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/C8E3365A-BAF8-4A9C-B17A-E246C68FD612_zpswweid2e3.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/C8E3365A-BAF8-4A9C-B17A-E246C68FD612_zpswweid2e3.jpg.html)
(http://i1316.photobucket.com/albums/t608/Pheonixarcher/4B4102F6-204C-488C-B89B-ACA94694FD44_zpsxockqe26.jpg) (http://s1316.photobucket.com/user/Pheonixarcher/media/4B4102F6-204C-488C-B89B-ACA94694FD44_zpsxockqe26.jpg.html)
It shoots nice and quiet and smooth! Not too bad for just grabbing a random arrow, and eyeballing the nock point. I definitely like the calf hair better though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 06, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on September 06, 2014, 01:11:00 AM
damn phoenix! thats a seriously impressive looking bow right there.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 06, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on September 06, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
Nice bow, but darn, its not mine..total bummer
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on September 06, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on September 06, 2014, 01:45:00 AM
Wow there's a lot to like in that bow! Excellent.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on September 06, 2014, 02:56:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on September 06, 2014, 02:56:00 AM
that IS a nice bow, very attractive! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 06, 2014, 03:22:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 06, 2014, 03:22:00 AM
Cool... not only as I haven`t recieved jet I wouldn`t mind here comin` cross the pond- I also love it!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on September 06, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
Post by: Al Dean on September 06, 2014, 08:29:00 AM
Nice Bow!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 06, 2014, 08:31:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 06, 2014, 08:31:00 AM
Today the mailman braught.... a letter that said I got to report to the main customs office to get my package... man that sux- can`t get there before monday :(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Java Man on September 06, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Post by: Java Man on September 06, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Nice looking bow Paul! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 06, 2014, 10:36:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 06, 2014, 10:36:00 AM
Very nice work, Paul..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on September 06, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on September 06, 2014, 10:49:00 AM
Dang Paul- that is beeeoootiful.
is that lacewood in the riser?- very cool wood choices.
i hate looking thru the bow swap posts- makes me so mad!!!!
i opted out this year- with too many other commitments- and now it has cost me bow loot.
not a bow on here that i wouldnt love to shoot!!!!
bows, to me are like woman- not an ugly one amongst them, and they all need a little lovin! :D
is that lacewood in the riser?- very cool wood choices.
i hate looking thru the bow swap posts- makes me so mad!!!!
i opted out this year- with too many other commitments- and now it has cost me bow loot.
not a bow on here that i wouldnt love to shoot!!!!
bows, to me are like woman- not an ugly one amongst them, and they all need a little lovin! :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 06, 2014, 11:16:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 06, 2014, 11:16:00 AM
Glad ya didn't say sheep.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 06, 2014, 11:23:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 06, 2014, 11:23:00 AM
Good looking Paul... I know it's not mine... I only draw to 28... Dang
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 06, 2014, 11:24:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 06, 2014, 11:24:00 AM
Thanks all, for the kind words. Yes, it is Lacewood, Purple Heart, and Osage with white glass accents. That's an extra special piece of Roysage right there to boot!
I hope it's not ok just because it's glass! Lol
I hope it's not ok just because it's glass! Lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on September 06, 2014, 12:08:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on September 06, 2014, 12:08:00 PM
Nice looking bow Paul. Glad you got some good sunshine for the pics. That purpleheart really looks good in the sun.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on September 06, 2014, 12:10:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on September 06, 2014, 12:10:00 PM
I dropped mine off at the Post Office this morning. Expected delivery on Tuesday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on September 06, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on September 06, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
It's gettin' there Kelly,great looking bow Paul.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on September 06, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on September 06, 2014, 05:46:00 PM
Very nice Paul!
Now I know why you didn't post pics right away. You wanted to build the suspense before showing that beauty. :thumbsup:
Now I know why you didn't post pics right away. You wanted to build the suspense before showing that beauty. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on September 06, 2014, 07:20:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on September 06, 2014, 07:20:00 PM
Very nice Paul!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 06, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 06, 2014, 10:08:00 PM
Kelly where we at with everyone... Seems only a few have checked in
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 08, 2014, 10:39:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 08, 2014, 10:39:00 AM
I went back and took Kelly's list from the 23rd, and updated to reflect everyone's posts since then. He may have some PMs that aren't included. Still showing only 8 people that need to ship but 18 need to receive. I can't believe that we haven't flushed a few more through the mail system in two weeks?
QuoteOriginally posted by KellyG:
Here is who I am tracking that have not received.
18 total.
KellyG
delongbows
redbeard126
Al Dean
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Jorgy
Pete W
razorback
MoeM
kevin_h
timbermoose
mjwhitby
Millhimes
BrianO
Pheonixarcher
X - inksoup (received)
Trapper Rob
And here is the list of who has not shipped (some are waiting on their person to ship.)
8 total.
KellyG
Heartlandbowyer
Sacred mt
X - WestTexan (shipped in July)
Todd Cook
X - Ranger44 (shipped – eta Tuesday)
Kiwi craig
Monterey
Goobersan (added)
Pheonixarcher (added, but about to ship?)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 08, 2014, 10:40:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 08, 2014, 10:40:00 AM
Hope this starts wrapping up soon, I really want to start thinking about next year's bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 08, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 08, 2014, 02:57:00 PM
Cool Dave... The math seems to be off because too many people are still waiting for one.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 08, 2014, 03:22:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 08, 2014, 03:22:00 PM
Why not have those still waiting on a bow, list their names here?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 08, 2014, 04:04:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 08, 2014, 04:04:00 PM
I'm still waiting I a bow ol Roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 08, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 08, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Wow! Thanks again everyone. I need to thank ol Roy for the Osage, Troy Breeding for the limb lams and outstanding customer service, Gregg Coffey (Javaman), for the advice with spraying the finish, and Dave Lint (Delongbows) for making me a new string for it. Without any one of them, I'd still be scratching my head, trying to figure out how I was going to make this thing into a bow.
Mark me down as shipped and received! I was on my way out the door to go to the post office, to send my bow, and there was a long white tube waiting for me!
Thank you Scott Moran (Ranger44)! I only had time to open the tube and take a quick peek at it, as I was running a little late for work. It looks great! Hopefully I'll have time to shoot it and get a few pics tomarrow (might rain).
So according to usps, someone should receive a package on Wednesday! I hope you like it.
Mark me down as shipped and received! I was on my way out the door to go to the post office, to send my bow, and there was a long white tube waiting for me!
Thank you Scott Moran (Ranger44)! I only had time to open the tube and take a quick peek at it, as I was running a little late for work. It looks great! Hopefully I'll have time to shoot it and get a few pics tomarrow (might rain).
So according to usps, someone should receive a package on Wednesday! I hope you like it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on September 08, 2014, 06:06:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on September 08, 2014, 06:06:00 PM
Still waiting on a bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 08, 2014, 06:23:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on September 08, 2014, 06:23:00 PM
I have not received yet either. I'll be shipping the 3rd bow out next week round the 16th. Long story.
Phenoix, this Wednesday or 2weeks Wednesday? :goldtooth:
Phenoix, this Wednesday or 2weeks Wednesday? :goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on September 08, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on September 08, 2014, 08:45:00 PM
I sent a bow to Pete W. in May or so.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on September 08, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on September 08, 2014, 08:59:00 PM
I'm still waiting to receive a bow also. As for mine, it's been finished since may. Just waiting on my recipient to ship so I can mail it. Probably just gonna ship it anyway. I know he's gonna come through with his. Kinda tired of waiting.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 08, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 08, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
I have been kinda busy hunting, but no bow here either...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 08, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 08, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Maybe it's time to find out who is making for who and for everyone to be in direct contact... We are a few days shy of 2 months over due.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on September 08, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
Post by: red hill on September 08, 2014, 09:42:00 PM
I'm still trying to get a n acceptable bow finished to ship. Sorry for all this guys but things aren't working out. Frustration and embarrassment rules around here. :dunno:
Stan
Stan
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on September 08, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: Ranger44 on September 08, 2014, 11:03:00 PM
Hey Paul, glad you got the bow before I lost contact for s while. I'm riding through South Dakota on my way to Wyoming. I hope you like it at least a little. The one you just made is a real looker. I'll be getting lost in the Big Horns sometime tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 09, 2014, 07:53:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 09, 2014, 07:53:00 AM
Not received a bow yet list.
Who else has not received?
1 bowhntineverythingnh03743
2 Al Dean
3 Timbermoose
4 MJwhitby
5 Kevin_h
Who else has not received?
1 bowhntineverythingnh03743
2 Al Dean
3 Timbermoose
4 MJwhitby
5 Kevin_h
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on September 09, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
Post by: redbeard126 on September 09, 2014, 09:54:00 AM
I haven't received a bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 09, 2014, 10:01:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 09, 2014, 10:01:00 AM
Not received a bow yet list.
Who else has not received?
1 bowhntineverythingnh03743
2 Al Dean
3 Timbermoose
4 MJwhitby
5 Kevin_h
6 redbeard126
Who else has not received?
1 bowhntineverythingnh03743
2 Al Dean
3 Timbermoose
4 MJwhitby
5 Kevin_h
6 redbeard126
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on September 09, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
Post by: delongbows on September 09, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
I haven't received yet Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 09, 2014, 11:12:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 09, 2014, 11:12:00 AM
My bow is still in customs clearance...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on September 09, 2014, 12:11:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on September 09, 2014, 12:11:00 PM
Nor me...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on September 09, 2014, 12:55:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on September 09, 2014, 12:55:00 PM
I haven't received yet Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 09, 2014, 04:41:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 09, 2014, 04:41:00 PM
Sorry folks busy weekend. I will post up what i am tracking. RIght now I only know of one I am really concerned about. I have not seen them in a long while.
I have not shipped yet myself was hoping to finish up this weekend.
However this was the youth/handicap assisted hunt opener. I volunteer to take someone out every year. It is my fourth year doing it and this year made me 50% successful. Over all we took out 27 hunter and harvested 15 deer. Most it is their first hunt ever.
Pat I have been shooting that bow, heck I even let other shoot it who never shot one like it before.
I need to do a bit more finish work and bit more scrapping to get her way out to the recipients draw. But I am close.
Sorry again for being absent.
I have not shipped yet myself was hoping to finish up this weekend.
However this was the youth/handicap assisted hunt opener. I volunteer to take someone out every year. It is my fourth year doing it and this year made me 50% successful. Over all we took out 27 hunter and harvested 15 deer. Most it is their first hunt ever.
Pat I have been shooting that bow, heck I even let other shoot it who never shot one like it before.
I need to do a bit more finish work and bit more scrapping to get her way out to the recipients draw. But I am close.
Sorry again for being absent.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on September 09, 2014, 04:51:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on September 09, 2014, 04:51:00 PM
I just got word from my builder that there is a bow in the mail coming my way! He had troubles with the one he was building and is sending me one from a previous swap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 09, 2014, 05:51:00 PM
Post by: razorback on September 09, 2014, 05:51:00 PM
Well I am still waiting but since I have been chronically late in the past I can wait as long as my builder needs, just keep working on it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 09, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 09, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Here is who I have still waiting on a bow.
Let me know if I am wrong and I will look at my spread sheet and see where I went wrong.
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
mjwhitby
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
kevin_h
Trapper Rob
Al Dean
Millhimes
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
delongbows
MoeM
BrianO
Let me know if I am wrong and I will look at my spread sheet and see where I went wrong.
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
mjwhitby
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
kevin_h
Trapper Rob
Al Dean
Millhimes
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
delongbows
MoeM
BrianO
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on September 09, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on September 09, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
BrianO has received his bow. I got to shoot it. It awesome!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on September 10, 2014, 01:05:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on September 10, 2014, 01:05:00 PM
I went home for lunch today and the mailman handed me a package as I was leaving to come back to work. I'm pretty sure I know what it is ;) ....thanks Paul!
Just have to wait till quittin time so I can play.
Just have to wait till quittin time so I can play.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 10, 2014, 02:06:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 10, 2014, 02:06:00 PM
Congrats del! I heard the mailman pull up but he only dropped off bills... Bummer
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 10, 2014, 03:27:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 10, 2014, 03:27:00 PM
I am beginning to hate my mailman....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 10, 2014, 04:26:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 10, 2014, 04:26:00 PM
You're a lucky man, Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: delongbows on September 10, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
Post by: delongbows on September 10, 2014, 05:13:00 PM
Yes I most certainly am Roy! Here are the first shots after I got the brace height dialed in. All I can say is this bow is friggin sweet!!! Thanks so much Paul...I will try to get it bloody next month. (http://i1332.photobucket.com/albums/w603/delongbows/029_zpse6c951fb.jpg) (http://s1332.photobucket.com/user/delongbows/media/029_zpse6c951fb.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 10, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on September 10, 2014, 05:48:00 PM
:clapper: looks like it shoots well for you.
i think my mailman went on vacation or something. i haven't gotten any mail in over a week, not even bills. :rolleyes:
i think my mailman went on vacation or something. i haven't gotten any mail in over a week, not even bills. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 10, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 10, 2014, 06:45:00 PM
Excellent!!! Great shooting Dave! I'm glad you like it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 10, 2014, 08:15:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 10, 2014, 08:15:00 PM
Is it bad when you start going through the whole list to figure out who is getting what since there isn't many people left?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 10, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 10, 2014, 09:43:00 PM
mjwhitby is correct I went back and found where BrianO did post he received. So 2 more came off the wait list I am tracking 6 still in the mail.
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
mjwhitby
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
kevin_h
Al Dean
Millhimes
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
MoeM
So that is the new list of who needs a bow still.
I am only worried about 1 bowyer and that is Juan. I have not seen nor heard from him in some time.
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
mjwhitby
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
kevin_h
Al Dean
Millhimes
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
MoeM
So that is the new list of who needs a bow still.
I am only worried about 1 bowyer and that is Juan. I have not seen nor heard from him in some time.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on September 11, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on September 11, 2014, 06:09:00 PM
I have received my bow from Sacred mt. Due to some complications he sent me the bow he received in last years swap built by Justin Laffin along with a very nice knife. The bow is a very awesome BBO. I will post some pics when I get a chance.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 11, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 11, 2014, 07:56:00 PM
Mjwhitby great to know you like the BBO I built last year. That bow was hard to give away since it was my best by far. Hope you take it and produce some blood with it this year!
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMAG0112.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMAG0112.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMAG0113.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMAG0113.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMAG0110.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMAG0110.jpg.html)
This is some pictures from when I completed it last year.
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMAG0112.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMAG0112.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMAG0113.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMAG0113.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/IMAG0110.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/IMAG0110.jpg.html)
This is some pictures from when I completed it last year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 11, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 11, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
I have been in two swaps so far and have given away 4 bows. I feel awful when people don't pull through and leave people hanging! If it comes down to it again this year Kelly I will volunteer to make another one for someone like last year just let me know!
I currently am gonna have to hunt with a wheel bow since I have given away every bow I have made. Introducing people to traditional archery means more to me than keeping a bow.
Hopefully I will be able to hunt with a swap bow this year!
Just let me know Kelly!
I currently am gonna have to hunt with a wheel bow since I have given away every bow I have made. Introducing people to traditional archery means more to me than keeping a bow.
Hopefully I will be able to hunt with a swap bow this year!
Just let me know Kelly!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on September 11, 2014, 08:16:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on September 11, 2014, 08:16:00 PM
You have much to be proud of!!! That bow is flawless! Perfect all the way around! It shoots straight hits hard and is dead silent. I'm sure I speak for a lot of people when I say that people with that kind of attitude is what this world needs more of.
May god bless you in all your journeys.
Mike
May god bless you in all your journeys.
Mike
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 11, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 11, 2014, 09:22:00 PM
ok 2 more came off the list. I will try and keep yall updated. I hope to get mine finished and ready to ship. By next week. I really don't have much I have antler tips to put on, and Thinking about doing the same for a rest. And know leather wrap.
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
kevin_h
Al Dean
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
MoeM
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
kevin_h
Al Dean
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
MoeM
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 12, 2014, 05:44:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 12, 2014, 05:44:00 AM
Justin, if you need a stick bow to hunt with this fall, I will "lend" you one of mine. That is if you think you can pull 40 - 45 pounds.. :)
Your a good man, dude.. Roy
Your a good man, dude.. Roy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 12, 2014, 06:52:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 12, 2014, 06:52:00 AM
Guess you can put me off the list too- my bow is at the customs office- since last friday... after explaining to the officer he told me he`d send it soon- but I dunno when soon is.
This waiting really kills me!
This waiting really kills me!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 12, 2014, 10:16:00 AM
Post by: razorback on September 12, 2014, 10:16:00 AM
Well I heard from my bowyer and am looking forward to receiving my bow in a week or two. Not going to spill the beans on who it is but the delay is very understandable. Good luck to all this fall, Bear opens this weekend for me and I have a little rascal who has bugged me all summer who has a big ole target on him.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 12, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 12, 2014, 10:19:00 PM
MoeM Let me know when you have it in hand for sure.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 13, 2014, 03:16:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 13, 2014, 03:16:00 AM
Sure I`ll let yall know...
But I sent an email to the officer and he told me he handed it back to the postal service on tuesday, while 4-5 days shall be "on time" for the transport from customs to customer (ok in my case this means 4-5 days for 45km....) so I`m looking forward to get it today.
But I sent an email to the officer and he told me he handed it back to the postal service on tuesday, while 4-5 days shall be "on time" for the transport from customs to customer (ok in my case this means 4-5 days for 45km....) so I`m looking forward to get it today.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 13, 2014, 05:48:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 13, 2014, 05:48:00 AM
Those go***mn mot*****kas...
I checked the tracking key and realized the package moved from customs center (45km away) to destination depot (20km) to export center (200km).
So after spending this whole morning in several hotlines talking to about 20 people, getting redirected and kicked out the line hundreds of times while listening to fu***d up hotline jingles one finally told me "something went wrong".
Now he`s trying to stop it before departure back over the pond- anyway this means another week or so days before I can get it.
And me- I feel actually like I gotta smash sth. or so.!
I checked the tracking key and realized the package moved from customs center (45km away) to destination depot (20km) to export center (200km).
So after spending this whole morning in several hotlines talking to about 20 people, getting redirected and kicked out the line hundreds of times while listening to fu***d up hotline jingles one finally told me "something went wrong".
Now he`s trying to stop it before departure back over the pond- anyway this means another week or so days before I can get it.
And me- I feel actually like I gotta smash sth. or so.!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 13, 2014, 07:38:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 13, 2014, 07:38:00 AM
Wow, that sucks! Makes a person almost wanna drive the 200 km and rescue the bow quickly!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 13, 2014, 11:58:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on September 13, 2014, 11:58:00 AM
I have finally shipped my bow. Expect delivery on Tuesday. Thank you for your patience :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 13, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 13, 2014, 05:05:00 PM
Any finished pics goober
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 13, 2014, 06:41:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on September 13, 2014, 06:41:00 PM
Sorry, I guess we'll have to rely on my recipient for the money shot.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 14, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 14, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Ok 6 in the mail I hope Moe's gets to him and not back here. If that happens I might know of a way to get it back there a bit more easier. If I have any friends stationed there. I could ship it to them. Moe any us Army post near ya?
I got a lot closer to getting mine shipped out and so far it is my best tiller to date I think. I am about 7# over weight for my recipient. So I may have to start a new one. Don't want them straining something.
Ok here it is at the requested draw length and about 7# over.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140914_165644_zpsiwzyqkb4.jpg)
I have shoot it a few times and think I might glue on layer leather for a rest. I will do it a piece at a time on the bow because I need it to lay with the contour.
hope to get it out the door very soon. I am going to take it to work and let a few right handed folk shoot it a bit tomorrow. It will put 28 no problem. And quiet as a ghost.
I got a lot closer to getting mine shipped out and so far it is my best tiller to date I think. I am about 7# over weight for my recipient. So I may have to start a new one. Don't want them straining something.
Ok here it is at the requested draw length and about 7# over.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140914_165644_zpsiwzyqkb4.jpg)
I have shoot it a few times and think I might glue on layer leather for a rest. I will do it a piece at a time on the bow because I need it to lay with the contour.
hope to get it out the door very soon. I am going to take it to work and let a few right handed folk shoot it a bit tomorrow. It will put 28 no problem. And quiet as a ghost.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 15, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 15, 2014, 07:55:00 AM
Looks great Kelly! I'm ok with the extra weight myself! Tiller looks spot on
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 15, 2014, 08:15:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 15, 2014, 08:15:00 AM
Really nice Kelly wouldn`t mind calling her mine at all...
The dude said he could stop my package- as far as I know most Army facilities in my area are abandoned today.
The dude said he could stop my package- as far as I know most Army facilities in my area are abandoned today.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 15, 2014, 04:04:00 PM
Post by: razorback on September 15, 2014, 04:04:00 PM
Kelly, you have really got that stick looking like a bow, congratulations.
Good luck Moe, playing with customs is a pain in the rump. I still have packages from Australia circling the world for a couple of years.
Good luck Moe, playing with customs is a pain in the rump. I still have packages from Australia circling the world for a couple of years.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on September 15, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on September 15, 2014, 06:43:00 PM
I sure know that feeling Razorback!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 15, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on September 15, 2014, 10:09:00 PM
USPS says package is in transit to it's destination.
Someone is getting a new bow tomorrow!
Someone is getting a new bow tomorrow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 15, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 15, 2014, 10:27:00 PM
Just praying it lands on my doorstep... Felt so awkward carrying a wheel bow into the stand tonight for the NH opener!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: John Scifres on September 15, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
Post by: John Scifres on September 15, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
Kelly,
Just keep scraping. The tiller is looking really nice and you can easily lose 7# in shooting her in and finishing up the tiller.
Just keep scraping. The tiller is looking really nice and you can easily lose 7# in shooting her in and finishing up the tiller.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on September 15, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on September 15, 2014, 11:24:00 PM
That is looking nice Kelly.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 16, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 16, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
well goober's bow didn't come my way.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on September 16, 2014, 03:08:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on September 16, 2014, 03:08:00 PM
Mine either
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 16, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Post by: razorback on September 16, 2014, 03:09:00 PM
Kelly, can you show us a current braced and unbraced picture. I know it has some character to it and that might give us a better feel for how the tiller is looking.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 16, 2014, 04:39:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on September 16, 2014, 04:39:00 PM
sorry fellas, it has been delivered.......
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 16, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 16, 2014, 08:49:00 PM
Anyone gonna post some pics lol
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 16, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 16, 2014, 09:01:00 PM
That would be me,, but everyone will have to wait...its raining hard enough to worry Noah....I will post some inside pics in a bit..still admiring the handywork..My boys and daughter are drooling all over the fine craftmanship..
Many thanks to Goobersan...
Many thanks to Goobersan...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 16, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on September 16, 2014, 09:13:00 PM
happy to hear it made it. :campfire:
already planning next year's bow. Definitely not making someone wait so long! Thanks again for your patience Kevin
already planning next year's bow. Definitely not making someone wait so long! Thanks again for your patience Kevin
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 16, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 16, 2014, 10:02:00 PM
Ok Rasorback
unbraced
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140916_194901_zps08hupxit.jpg)
Braced
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140916_195054_zpsriszhf3x.jpg)
I have it to just about 3.5# to heavy so I think I will shoot it a bit tomorrow and twist up a new string. then check the tiller, get a rat snake skin on it antler tips. then some finish and get it in the mail.
unbraced
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140916_194901_zps08hupxit.jpg)
Braced
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140916_195054_zpsriszhf3x.jpg)
I have it to just about 3.5# to heavy so I think I will shoot it a bit tomorrow and twist up a new string. then check the tiller, get a rat snake skin on it antler tips. then some finish and get it in the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 16, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 16, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Here is who I am tracking did not get their bow.
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Al Dean
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
MoeM (in customs)
I am tracking almost half in the mail. (I hope I have not really screwed up the data)
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Al Dean
Jorgy
redbeard126
razorback
MoeM (in customs)
I am tracking almost half in the mail. (I hope I have not really screwed up the data)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 17, 2014, 01:24:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on September 17, 2014, 01:24:00 AM
Ok,,going to have to apologize for no pictures...I have an opportunity to purchase an argo, but I have to leave first thing in the morning...wont get back until Thursday...promise to post as soon as I get back!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 17, 2014, 07:52:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 17, 2014, 07:52:00 AM
Ok, I just had to look up what an argo was. I'm happy to wait for Thursday with that as an excuse. Hell, now I want one!
Congrats on your new bow...
Congrats on your new bow...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 17, 2014, 10:52:00 AM
Post by: razorback on September 17, 2014, 10:52:00 AM
Thanks Kelly;that's what I thought, the bump in the unbraced photo makes it look like the right limb is bending more than the left, but I think it is probably even. Looking really good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Jorgy on September 17, 2014, 03:50:00 PM
Post by: Jorgy on September 17, 2014, 03:50:00 PM
Got mine Kelly,will post pictures soon.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 17, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 17, 2014, 05:50:00 PM
That bow is looking awesome Kelly! You gonna snake it at all?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 18, 2014, 05:59:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 18, 2014, 05:59:00 AM
Ooooweeeehh- Kelly get me of that list, sent and finally received a bow- a really nice masterpiece built by Shawn with awesome spalted maple veneers... relly love her man.
Hey Shawn thank you dude, excellent work. Don`t know if there wasn`t a string or the suckers at customs stole it but fortunatly I had a suitable one from my failed swap bow so I can already say it has a really buttery draw and an awesome profile- can`t wait to shoot her!
Ed.: do you have a recomendation regarding spine and pointweight for my 29,5" draw (wooden arrows, heavier setup) and a recomended brace range?
Hey Shawn thank you dude, excellent work. Don`t know if there wasn`t a string or the suckers at customs stole it but fortunatly I had a suitable one from my failed swap bow so I can already say it has a really buttery draw and an awesome profile- can`t wait to shoot her!
Ed.: do you have a recomendation regarding spine and pointweight for my 29,5" draw (wooden arrows, heavier setup) and a recomended brace range?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 18, 2014, 08:10:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 18, 2014, 08:10:00 AM
Glad to hear it worked out for you Moe!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 18, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 18, 2014, 10:04:00 PM
Well like that 2 down 3 still in the mail and 9 still waiting so there is a 33% chance your bow is in the mail.
But if you are waiting on this one she is getting dressed now.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/20140918_201544_zpsxlbmblxf.jpg)
Bowhintineverythingnh03743 (finger cramped typing that ID) does that answer your question?
That was one big rat snake and lost about 8" of the tail on that one. Bow is 68" and I trimmed off 2" to make it even.
But if you are waiting on this one she is getting dressed now.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/20140918_201544_zpsxlbmblxf.jpg)
Bowhintineverythingnh03743 (finger cramped typing that ID) does that answer your question?
That was one big rat snake and lost about 8" of the tail on that one. Bow is 68" and I trimmed off 2" to make it even.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 18, 2014, 10:28:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 18, 2014, 10:28:00 PM
Lol I got to come up with a shorter name... Looks great!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 18, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 18, 2014, 11:51:00 PM
I have the antler tips clamped up and letting the super glue cure. So I can shape the tip and trim the skins. I need to twist up a new string and serve it. Then a bit of shooting and polishing. Oh and a bit of pin manship then off she will go.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 19, 2014, 12:13:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on September 19, 2014, 12:13:00 AM
Lookin' good Kelly. I'd be proud to take it out after a couple bear.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on September 19, 2014, 07:32:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on September 19, 2014, 07:32:00 AM
Looking good Kelly. I'd be proud to take it out after a couple beers ..... Couldn't resist.
But seriously, that came out really nice. Someone's gonna really love that bow.
But seriously, that came out really nice. Someone's gonna really love that bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 20, 2014, 04:56:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 20, 2014, 04:56:00 PM
First nice day in a week of rain...
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123703_zpsq4gsoimk.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123703_zpsq4gsoimk.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123657_zpshemxmnmz.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123657_zpshemxmnmz.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123545_zpsdfvemdk4.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123545_zpsdfvemdk4.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123533_zps50tffnr1.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123533_zps50tffnr1.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123703_zpsq4gsoimk.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123703_zpsq4gsoimk.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123657_zpshemxmnmz.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123657_zpshemxmnmz.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123545_zpsdfvemdk4.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123545_zpsdfvemdk4.jpg.html)
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg564/kevinh338/20140920_123533_zps50tffnr1.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/kevinh338/media/20140920_123533_zps50tffnr1.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 20, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on September 20, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
You're better looking with a bow in your hand :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 20, 2014, 08:04:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 20, 2014, 08:04:00 PM
Now...that is funny...ha :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 20, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 20, 2014, 08:26:00 PM
Good looking bow Kevin! Is that yours or for your victim
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 20, 2014, 09:16:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 20, 2014, 09:16:00 PM
This one is all mine..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 20, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 20, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Nice man congrats!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 21, 2014, 06:37:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 21, 2014, 06:37:00 AM
I guess its ok. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 21, 2014, 08:03:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on September 21, 2014, 08:03:00 AM
:campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 21, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on September 21, 2014, 09:14:00 PM
Congrats Kevin!
And we're getting closer...
:campfire:
And we're getting closer...
:campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 22, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 22, 2014, 09:37:00 PM
Any new update Kelly?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 22, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 22, 2014, 10:00:00 PM
Well I got my floppy rest glued on along with antler tips. I need to get the scales off the skin. I think this fella was about to shed and that is not as easy to remove as the normal stuff.
I have not seen others report in. I hope to get mine on its way very soon. it has been too long.
I have not seen others report in. I hope to get mine on its way very soon. it has been too long.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 22, 2014, 10:34:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 22, 2014, 10:34:00 PM
Maybe reaching out to the others that haven't checked in... Seems to seriously be stalling with people hanging in limbo... Can't wait to see yours completed!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 23, 2014, 12:03:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 23, 2014, 12:03:00 AM
It has been way too long for many folks waiting on a bow. I will never, ever, enter another bow swap again. I got a bow and I sent a bow a long time ago....
This is B.S.
This is B.S.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on September 23, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on September 23, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
Probably my first and last one Roy. Not that I need another bow but I worked hard to make mine on time and expected the same effort back.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 12:50:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 12:50:00 AM
Hate to say it but I'm with the two of ya too
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on September 23, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on September 23, 2014, 01:00:00 AM
I feel bad for those still waiting...I sent my bow out on May 3rd and received a bow on the 17th of May. That is how is is supposed to work out for everyone.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 23, 2014, 01:48:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on September 23, 2014, 01:48:00 AM
Are there any who are in danger of not getting a bow?
If so, I will volunteer another one....
If so, I will volunteer another one....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 23, 2014, 03:58:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on September 23, 2014, 03:58:00 AM
While I will agree that this swap has stretched far past what it should have, I wouldn't go as far as stating that I'd never join a swap again. I know that I was one of the tardy participants, but sometimes things happen beyond our control. And not all of us have the skill or time to whip up a masterpiece, like some of the more experienced bowyers here. I'd rather wait for a well built bow, than receive something with less than the best effort that my builder could provide.
After all, most of us, I'd reckon, join these swaps because it gives us an excuse to build another bow, and make someone happy with our hard work. Sure, it's nice to receive a bow in return, and it's a chance to get our hands on something different. To see someone else's idea of a good bow, and provide us with ideas on the next type of bow that we'd like to try and build.
That being said, I do not appreciate the lack of updates from those yet to deliver! You made a commitment to someone, and I'd expect the decency of a little communication! Trust is paramount to the success of these swaps, and it is of utmost importance to the members of Tradgang!
After all, most of us, I'd reckon, join these swaps because it gives us an excuse to build another bow, and make someone happy with our hard work. Sure, it's nice to receive a bow in return, and it's a chance to get our hands on something different. To see someone else's idea of a good bow, and provide us with ideas on the next type of bow that we'd like to try and build.
That being said, I do not appreciate the lack of updates from those yet to deliver! You made a commitment to someone, and I'd expect the decency of a little communication! Trust is paramount to the success of these swaps, and it is of utmost importance to the members of Tradgang!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on September 23, 2014, 07:01:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on September 23, 2014, 07:01:00 AM
You know, I can see both sides of this debate; and it seems like we have it each year. There's always a few that really drag on. I mean we're pushing 3 months late here on a 6mo build time.
Now, respectfully, I do get that things happen but I sincerely doubt they happen in the number and frequency as some would like us to believe. Since the swap started I've planned a wedding start to finish, worked 300hours of overtime, and shipped 8 bows. That's right my friends. 8 bows shipped and two for myself, plus two bows completely redone. Granted I don't have kids, and I have a patient fiancée but i think its more about planning and follow through IMO.
Lets wrap this m*****f***** up. Please.
Now, respectfully, I do get that things happen but I sincerely doubt they happen in the number and frequency as some would like us to believe. Since the swap started I've planned a wedding start to finish, worked 300hours of overtime, and shipped 8 bows. That's right my friends. 8 bows shipped and two for myself, plus two bows completely redone. Granted I don't have kids, and I have a patient fiancée but i think its more about planning and follow through IMO.
Lets wrap this m*****f***** up. Please.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on September 23, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on September 23, 2014, 07:58:00 AM
lol...you are a force Ben..dang!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 08:01:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 08:01:00 AM
I agree with all ya. I really enjoy sending my best work out to each of my recipients. I have volunteered each year to build more than one bow. There would have to be new ground rules for the swap about being late with shipping a bow. I dunno how we could fix this issue.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on September 23, 2014, 08:07:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on September 23, 2014, 08:07:00 AM
I had the unfortunate circumstance of not receiving my bow a couple of years ago from the person I was supposed to in a swap on another site, but had another person step up and send me two for the trouble! You can count on me to help pick up the slack on this trade if someone doesn't come through. Just let me know.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on September 23, 2014, 08:26:00 AM
Post by: redbeard126 on September 23, 2014, 08:26:00 AM
I would also offer to build another bow if there is a need. This swap was great therapy for me as this was the first bow that I was able to build after loosing my Son last year. You all have been instrumental in pulling me out of a pit of despair and I thank you for that. I have not yet received a bow, but I can wait. Building them and giving them is what does my heart good!
Buddy
Buddy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 08:41:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 08:41:00 AM
I too will build another one if need be.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on September 23, 2014, 09:04:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on September 23, 2014, 09:04:00 AM
i dunno- just seems no matter how bad it gets, it never seems as bad as "Hova" with his painted toe nails, and the most incredible and imaginative excuses :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 23, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 23, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on September 23, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on September 23, 2014, 09:08:00 AM
I'm on vacation most of October, but I could ship something by the end of October. This one could make 26" draw and that's about it.
Kelly, just let us know what the plan is.
Kelly, just let us know what the plan is.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 10:24:00 AM
Hah, I was thinking of Hova too.
Seriously, waiting for a bow is fun and I'm always excited to open and shoot it. But I really enter this contest to make one for someone else who doesn't know what's coming. I will enter again even if I am guaranteed not to receive a bow.
While I don't think I've been truly late, this is the first year I didn't go into the "grace period." I understand that stuff happens. I made some suggestions last year when we were having the same discussion. But the more I think about it, the more I would keep things the same.
Most that are late have at least semi-valid reasons and are trying to do the honorable thing. Some have realized they can't fulfill and have forwarded on their bow. Others have contacted their recipient directly or at least kept Kelly up to date with progress. And really (except maybe with Hova), I don't feel I'm in a position to fairly judge anyone's timeliness. We're all human and crap happens.
And don't forget the fun and camaraderie we have waiting for the swap to start, getting the names, and closely following a 200 page thread for most of the year. There's always going to be a little bad out there, but let's celebrate the overwhelming good in the swap.
Seriously, waiting for a bow is fun and I'm always excited to open and shoot it. But I really enter this contest to make one for someone else who doesn't know what's coming. I will enter again even if I am guaranteed not to receive a bow.
While I don't think I've been truly late, this is the first year I didn't go into the "grace period." I understand that stuff happens. I made some suggestions last year when we were having the same discussion. But the more I think about it, the more I would keep things the same.
Most that are late have at least semi-valid reasons and are trying to do the honorable thing. Some have realized they can't fulfill and have forwarded on their bow. Others have contacted their recipient directly or at least kept Kelly up to date with progress. And really (except maybe with Hova), I don't feel I'm in a position to fairly judge anyone's timeliness. We're all human and crap happens.
And don't forget the fun and camaraderie we have waiting for the swap to start, getting the names, and closely following a 200 page thread for most of the year. There's always going to be a little bad out there, but let's celebrate the overwhelming good in the swap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Zradix on September 23, 2014, 10:26:00 AM
Post by: Zradix on September 23, 2014, 10:26:00 AM
:campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 11:01:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 11:01:00 AM
Dave you are completely right in what you said. I think mine and maybe others are frustrated because guys aren't checking in. Kelly has been really the only one posting on progress. Things do happen but when I don't see any posts or pics of progress I feel that people who are waiting for a bow are just forgotten.
I'm ok with waiting and love the reaction of my victim when they receive my bow.
Just check in fellas and post some pics or something
I'm ok with waiting and love the reaction of my victim when they receive my bow.
Just check in fellas and post some pics or something
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on September 23, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: Al Dean on September 23, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
I would say if myself and some others are not going to receive a bow this year, just let us know and we can move on. I did enjoy making a bow for my recipient. Will probably participate next year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by bowhntineverythingnh03743:Yeah, your victim made out alright this year. So maybe he's all talk with this "even if I don't get a bow" crud.
I'm ok with waiting and love the reaction of my victim when they receive my bow.
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 23, 2014, 11:31:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on September 23, 2014, 11:31:00 AM
I will be making the 2 mile walk to the post office today or tomorrow, pouring rain right now.
I've been informed by my wife that I'm probably not allowed in anymore swaps due to the crap that happen with bows I built this year. 1 stolen, 1 delam, 1 self bow explosion, and apperantly I have too many bows already so I don't need to do another swap. She will never understand. Don't tell her but, I gots 2 maple staves I'll be floor tillering next week in prep for next year. ;)
Sorry for being late this year.
I've been informed by my wife that I'm probably not allowed in anymore swaps due to the crap that happen with bows I built this year. 1 stolen, 1 delam, 1 self bow explosion, and apperantly I have too many bows already so I don't need to do another swap. She will never understand. Don't tell her but, I gots 2 maple staves I'll be floor tillering next week in prep for next year. ;)
Sorry for being late this year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 11:39:00 AM
My wife forbids me from entering every year.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 11:59:00 AM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 23, 2014, 11:59:00 AM
I don't have a wife and my girlfriend hunts now so she understands... Win win for me!!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Yellow Dog on September 23, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Post by: Yellow Dog on September 23, 2014, 12:01:00 PM
Cool thread!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on September 23, 2014, 12:13:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on September 23, 2014, 12:13:00 PM
I also want a girlfriend that hunts- dunno what my wife will say- maybe I should try one of those online sites- or maybe the classifieds on here.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 23, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Post by: razorback on September 23, 2014, 01:58:00 PM
Ahh Hova, I wonder if he ever found the camera in the sock draw.
Fuji, good luck with the girlfriend thing, let us know how the wife takes it. We can probably find you a spare room around here to crash in while you find a new place to stay, after you get out of the hospital.
Fuji, good luck with the girlfriend thing, let us know how the wife takes it. We can probably find you a spare room around here to crash in while you find a new place to stay, after you get out of the hospital.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on September 23, 2014, 02:16:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on September 23, 2014, 02:16:00 PM
:biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 23, 2014, 04:24:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 23, 2014, 04:24:00 PM
I understand the frustration. I have no worries so far that none are being worked on or are close to ready I think about four who need to ship are waiting on us who are on the hold list.(not looking right now) and I think 4 are in the mail so really we are waiting on a couple like me.
I will look at who is waiting and who has not shipped and get some PM going and get updates on here.
I did just shoot off and email to one who I have not heard from and has not been on tradgang for some time. He told me his bow was ready to ship a while back and I asked him to hold it for just a bit longer and don't remember why. I hope that one goes out soon also.
Roy you would be missed for sure so don't make me come to PA and hold your beer hostage until you sign up.
I will look at who is waiting and who has not shipped and get some PM going and get updates on here.
I did just shoot off and email to one who I have not heard from and has not been on tradgang for some time. He told me his bow was ready to ship a while back and I asked him to hold it for just a bit longer and don't remember why. I hope that one goes out soon also.
Roy you would be missed for sure so don't make me come to PA and hold your beer hostage until you sign up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 23, 2014, 04:36:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 23, 2014, 04:36:00 PM
Kelly, ya have my address boy. :)
I know things happen also, but it would be nice to have input here from those still building bows.
I know things happen also, but it would be nice to have input here from those still building bows.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on September 23, 2014, 04:42:00 PM
Yeah, but some people aren't the kind of people who log in very often. And when they do, some people subscribe to the philosophy of two ears and one mouth. Besides, we aren't all retired and can just sit around racking up post counts over 7k....
:jumper:
:jumper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Hill Hunter on September 23, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
Post by: Hill Hunter on September 23, 2014, 04:46:00 PM
This was my first swap, shipped my bow on time, never heard a word from the recipient, :dunno: I hope all is OK with him. I received a beautiful bow on time. I will enter again if time allows, as was said, it is a good excuse to build a bow. actually working on my first takedown now, don't know what the excuse was for that,, Oh yeah deer season is here.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on September 23, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on September 23, 2014, 07:52:00 PM
I plan on signing up in the next swap and would have this one if I had learned of tradgang sooner. On the plus side I did get a couple more bows under my belt. Roy, you can't bail out untill I get one of your bows. It may take a few years so hope u stick around awhile!! :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on September 23, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on September 23, 2014, 09:58:00 PM
As much as I bitch I will still enter next year. Received a really nice bow this year and wanna keep passing that love on.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 12:02:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 12:02:00 AM
Ok I put on the writing and one coat of tru oil on the belly. I will get a coat on the back tomorrow. I have the string served up and ready also. She want be the prettiest bow in this dance but I bet you want mind and will be glad you danced.
Here who has not gotten a bow. I am tracking 3 in the mail.
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Al Dean
redbeard126
razorback
I know 3 were on the hold list so their bows were held until they shipped.
So we are close.
If you have not shipped please update so I know you still working. It is getting to the point I will have to boot folks and find backs ups.
You can PM me if you wish.
I will post picks once I get mine all decked out.
Here who has not gotten a bow. I am tracking 3 in the mail.
Trapper Rob
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
scars
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Al Dean
redbeard126
razorback
I know 3 were on the hold list so their bows were held until they shipped.
So we are close.
If you have not shipped please update so I know you still working. It is getting to the point I will have to boot folks and find backs ups.
You can PM me if you wish.
I will post picks once I get mine all decked out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 09:21:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 09:21:00 AM
Ok I have scrubbed my data. I was able to verify one bow was received by its tracking number back in July. Please if you get your bow let us know.
So we are down to 8 needing bows.
Most have updated me in the last month but at this point I need a weekly update on these bows. Trust me I know life happens. A broken ankle was thrown my way just after we started. I had no Ideal of how long the recovery was for that or i would have dropped out then.
But we owe it to the ones waiting updates. I don't like banning folks from this but will I have a running list that goes back to 2011.
Now stop reading and get to working.
So we are down to 8 needing bows.
Most have updated me in the last month but at this point I need a weekly update on these bows. Trust me I know life happens. A broken ankle was thrown my way just after we started. I had no Ideal of how long the recovery was for that or i would have dropped out then.
But we owe it to the ones waiting updates. I don't like banning folks from this but will I have a running list that goes back to 2011.
Now stop reading and get to working.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on September 24, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: MoeM on September 24, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Guess I`ll sign in again- hopefully I may finish my 3pc project next time and receive such a great bow again (or complete my collection with a missing recurve or nice selfbow^^)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on September 24, 2014, 02:02:00 PM
Post by: inksoup on September 24, 2014, 02:02:00 PM
yes... this is good excuse for me also build a bow and i know that i am not an expert but i am trying hard to make it good looking and good working.
also receiving some nice works is plus. i do not care if do not receive one,(btw: i have waited 2 year's for the my swap bow "patience" :D ) i will be joining next year as well. when i told my wife that i am gonna be in for next year she told me that i am a freak! well i know that i am freak of bow yes. hehe...
i already started next one. i found a carpenter around here who is very excited about making new stuff and when i said him a bow making and bow casting making, he felt like he is in heaven.
well he is going to make me a casting and the lams.
2015 swap will be ash 3 pieces take down recurve. expecting weight can be #40 - 50.
kelly, my friend, count me in for the next year's.
best.
also receiving some nice works is plus. i do not care if do not receive one,(btw: i have waited 2 year's for the my swap bow "patience" :D ) i will be joining next year as well. when i told my wife that i am gonna be in for next year she told me that i am a freak! well i know that i am freak of bow yes. hehe...
i already started next one. i found a carpenter around here who is very excited about making new stuff and when i said him a bow making and bow casting making, he felt like he is in heaven.
well he is going to make me a casting and the lams.
2015 swap will be ash 3 pieces take down recurve. expecting weight can be #40 - 50.
kelly, my friend, count me in for the next year's.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 02:13:00 PM
Well in late DEC or early Jan the sign up will be here God willing.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 24, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 24, 2014, 04:21:00 PM
If anybody pulls my name next year....
And needs to troll for details....I am making it easy on you...
I really like Hill style long bows...
I have to start now, because I am making a two piece sinewed osage...slightly recurved tips ...in the 54" range..it will be a short bow for sure.. Stripping down the moose tendon that was taken this year as we speak... Whaat a pain!
And needs to troll for details....I am making it easy on you...
I really like Hill style long bows...
I have to start now, because I am making a two piece sinewed osage...slightly recurved tips ...in the 54" range..it will be a short bow for sure.. Stripping down the moose tendon that was taken this year as we speak... Whaat a pain!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 24, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Hmmmm I wonder who will draw that name Kevin. Muahahahahaha. :readit:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 24, 2014, 05:18:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on September 24, 2014, 05:18:00 PM
Kevin,
How about we make our own little pre-January swap?
-Dave
How about we make our own little pre-January swap?
-Dave
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 24, 2014, 05:25:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on September 24, 2014, 05:25:00 PM
I'll be sending my bow out on the 3rd. Went to post office yesterday and nearly got raped. I think they make up the rates as they go.
My wife says only way I'm allowed in swap next year, is if I request a bow in HER specs. Hmmmmm.
My wife says only way I'm allowed in swap next year, is if I request a bow in HER specs. Hmmmmm.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 24, 2014, 07:26:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 24, 2014, 07:26:00 PM
Any teaser pics timber moose
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 24, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on September 24, 2014, 07:28:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by timbermoose:COME ON ROY !! I'll bet her specs are right in your wheelhouse (and color too) :thumbsup:
I'll be sending my bow out on the 3rd. Went to post office yesterday and nearly got raped. I think they make up the rates as they go.
My wife says only way I'm allowed in swap next year, is if I request a bow in HER specs. Hmmmmm.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 24, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on September 24, 2014, 07:33:00 PM
:biglaugh:
No pics right now. Laptop crashed all photos on it and I ain't figured out how to upload pics to an iPad 1 from an sd card. :mad:
No pics right now. Laptop crashed all photos on it and I ain't figured out how to upload pics to an iPad 1 from an sd card. :mad:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 24, 2014, 07:35:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 24, 2014, 07:35:00 PM
I will have trade someone for some skins to back it with...
We don't have snakes in Alaska...
Canopyboy, shoot a pm if you were serious....
I
We don't have snakes in Alaska...
Canopyboy, shoot a pm if you were serious....
I
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on September 24, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
Post by: soy on September 24, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by canopyboy:X2 :deadhorse:
Kevin,
How about we make our own little pre-January swap?
-Dave
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on September 24, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on September 24, 2014, 07:38:00 PM
Having been on both sides of a late exchange I can understand the aggravation. It is what it is. If you're in this just for a higher quality bow than you can make or afford you are missing the point.
I'm in it for what it really means, and motivation.
See ya next year :archer:
I'm in it for what it really means, and motivation.
See ya next year :archer:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on September 24, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on September 24, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by kevin_h:Since you said you were lookign for a hill bow I think you'd be in for a treat. I've shot a few of Dave's Bows both bought and built and I think the ones he built are a cut above.
I will have trade someone for some skins to back it with...
We don't have snakes in Alaska...
Canopyboy, shoot a pm if you were serious....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 24, 2014, 08:04:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on September 24, 2014, 08:04:00 PM
X3 for a private lil bow swap build
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on September 24, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
Post by: monterey on September 24, 2014, 08:13:00 PM
I'm lagging and while I have excuses, prefer not to make any! Should ship early next week. Hope ???????? likes a !!!!!!! style bow drawing around %% # at around && draw length!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on September 24, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on September 24, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Dang, looks like there's a whole secondary market for mini-swaps. Who knew?
I'm afraid I might feel guilty about ruining it for Kevin's next "true" swap recipient. (Of course, I've kind of built up a tolerance to guilt over the years...)
I'm afraid I might feel guilty about ruining it for Kevin's next "true" swap recipient. (Of course, I've kind of built up a tolerance to guilt over the years...)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 24, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 24, 2014, 11:13:00 PM
Building two sinew/osage combo's is just as easy/hard/messy as building one..
But if anyone knows of some snake skins that are not being used...shoot an email or pm...
One of the few critters that are in short supply up here...
And Dave...guilt is highly overrated...
But if anyone knows of some snake skins that are not being used...shoot an email or pm...
One of the few critters that are in short supply up here...
And Dave...guilt is highly overrated...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 25, 2014, 12:51:00 PM
Post by: razorback on September 25, 2014, 12:51:00 PM
I've been the last to deliver a bow in this swap and can tell you it is no fun. I think anyone who enters from this site is genuinely in it for the right reasons and will feel guilty (No matter how overated it is:) )for not getting it done on time. I know from my perspective as long as the effort is genuine I don't care when I get a bow or what quality it is. The first 2 bows I got in this swap where not from seasoned bowyers and neither was safely shootable. Quality was not an issue for me but effort was. One is a prized member of my bow rack and the other lit a fire. As long as the spirit is right then all should be good with this swap.
Thank you to all who have participated in the spirit of this swap and lets hope all will continue to participate as best they can.
Also a big THANK YOU to Kelly for doing this again. It is a lot of work corralling this herd of cats each year so again thanks.
Thank you to all who have participated in the spirit of this swap and lets hope all will continue to participate as best they can.
Also a big THANK YOU to Kelly for doing this again. It is a lot of work corralling this herd of cats each year so again thanks.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 25, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 25, 2014, 05:32:00 PM
Someone has got to live in a snake infested area and have a few skins just laying around collecting dust....?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on September 25, 2014, 06:58:00 PM
Post by: LittleBen on September 25, 2014, 06:58:00 PM
If I had em they'd already be in the mail ...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 25, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 25, 2014, 07:50:00 PM
There is a knapped blade with someone's name on it...
Just pm me about the details..
Just pm me about the details..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 25, 2014, 09:59:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 25, 2014, 09:59:00 PM
ok I think the last coat of tru oil will go on tonight. I will shoot it a bit tomorrow and try and get it sent off Saturday or Monday. I might have to test her in the woods Saturday morning. I really don't want to send off a bow that will not make meat.
I am telling you she is looking good. I have decided not to do any handle wraps the wood is simply beautiful. I will get some pics up tomorrow once here last bit of make up goes on.
Just a bit of info so. She is 66"ttt. pulling 3#over ****** draw length so I hope that is not to much. (so you know its' not for Roy.)
She is an Osage American longbow with some character with black rat snake skin dressing her up. I put antler tips on (a first for me) They are just the tip of a brow tine cut in half so they have their own character. I think that is all I can really say other then it really draws smooth and shoots the same. I hope it is a bow worth waiting for.
I am telling you she is looking good. I have decided not to do any handle wraps the wood is simply beautiful. I will get some pics up tomorrow once here last bit of make up goes on.
Just a bit of info so. She is 66"ttt. pulling 3#over ****** draw length so I hope that is not to much. (so you know its' not for Roy.)
She is an Osage American longbow with some character with black rat snake skin dressing her up. I put antler tips on (a first for me) They are just the tip of a brow tine cut in half so they have their own character. I think that is all I can really say other then it really draws smooth and shoots the same. I hope it is a bow worth waiting for.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 26, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 26, 2014, 06:13:00 PM
Ok I think I have something that will get the blood pumping back in most of you zombies out there.
How about some unbraced action
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130233_zpsx87tqew0.jpg)
or maybe a bit a pic of it braced.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130001_zpsny6dwo0m.jpg)
or how about a close up of the tips.
lower
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130124_zps8sljpwqa.jpg)
upper
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130115_zpslwjn4grh.jpg)
Ok handle I really like the wood. I have put CA glue in all the cracks. Just a floppy I though about a bit of antler but They were not that easy on the tips and there is more wave in the handle so I went for something I knew would work.
left
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130012_zps70021g65.jpg)[/URL]
right that spot is Osage sawdust and wood glue to fill in a knot where I dug out limb. The grain in this hedge is awesome.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130035_zpsvjlfkfa1.jpg)
to be continued
How about some unbraced action
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130233_zpsx87tqew0.jpg)
or maybe a bit a pic of it braced.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130001_zpsny6dwo0m.jpg)
or how about a close up of the tips.
lower
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130124_zps8sljpwqa.jpg)
upper
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130115_zpslwjn4grh.jpg)
Ok handle I really like the wood. I have put CA glue in all the cracks. Just a floppy I though about a bit of antler but They were not that easy on the tips and there is more wave in the handle so I went for something I knew would work.
left
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130012_zps70021g65.jpg)[/URL]
right that spot is Osage sawdust and wood glue to fill in a knot where I dug out limb. The grain in this hedge is awesome.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130035_zpsvjlfkfa1.jpg)
to be continued
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 26, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 26, 2014, 06:22:00 PM
ok I cant make ya wait that long.
upper limb the skin is one whole snake but there is such a difference in it looks like 2 snakes.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130140_zpszmctlcit.jpg)
lower
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130150_zpsnkhjaozs.jpg)
ok and the one you really want to see.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/4346_zpsrh7lnsw2.jpeg)
It will go in the mail next week I just need to check the tube hit one spot with a bit of true oil where I was shooting off my hand cause I am a lefty.
And off she goes.
upper limb the skin is one whole snake but there is such a difference in it looks like 2 snakes.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130140_zpszmctlcit.jpg)
lower
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/20140926_130150_zpsnkhjaozs.jpg)
ok and the one you really want to see.
(http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e383/gillk/2014%20Tradgang%20Bow%20Swap/4346_zpsrh7lnsw2.jpeg)
It will go in the mail next week I just need to check the tube hit one spot with a bit of true oil where I was shooting off my hand cause I am a lefty.
And off she goes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Crittergetter on September 26, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
Post by: Crittergetter on September 26, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
Wow! Great job! I love a bow with some character. Makes me wanna come back from the dark side and do another selfie!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on September 26, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on September 26, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Looks great Kelly! I will be watching the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on September 26, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on September 26, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Sweet looking bow Kelly.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on September 27, 2014, 03:27:00 AM
Post by: bigbob2 on September 27, 2014, 03:27:00 AM
looking good Kelly!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on September 27, 2014, 11:42:00 AM
Post by: razorback on September 27, 2014, 11:42:00 AM
Who said we wanted to see a picture of your big a@#s pointed at us. Was it Roy?
Nice bow Kelly.
Nice bow Kelly.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 27, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 27, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
razor if you were looking at my big @$$ you were looking at the wrong thing.
I telling that bow shoots and shoots well. I am very pleased at how it turned out. It is quiet the arrow flying is louder then that bow shooting.
thanks for the kind words.
I telling that bow shoots and shoots well. I am very pleased at how it turned out. It is quiet the arrow flying is louder then that bow shooting.
thanks for the kind words.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 27, 2014, 02:19:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 27, 2014, 02:19:00 PM
I guess it's ok.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on September 27, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on September 27, 2014, 07:21:00 PM
that crazy guy is offering one of his blades for some skins.
all i can say, is that i have a rose quartz knife from kevin, and it truly is a work of art- well worth a sack full of skins. iffin we had snakes here i would be getting a second blade right now!!!
you gotta have halibut or ling cod skins kevin, what about those?
i know its not snake- but i have used both before, and they are great!!
there now you can send me another knife 'jus for the idea :D :D :D
somebody who has snake skins is gonna score big time!
all i can say, is that i have a rose quartz knife from kevin, and it truly is a work of art- well worth a sack full of skins. iffin we had snakes here i would be getting a second blade right now!!!
you gotta have halibut or ling cod skins kevin, what about those?
i know its not snake- but i have used both before, and they are great!!
there now you can send me another knife 'jus for the idea :D :D :D
somebody who has snake skins is gonna score big time!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 27, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 27, 2014, 10:20:00 PM
I might..
But I really need some skins..
Fujimo...if you want a second blade...I might be in the mood to send you one just for fun..
But I really need some skins..
Fujimo...if you want a second blade...I might be in the mood to send you one just for fun..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on September 27, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on September 27, 2014, 10:35:00 PM
wellll... i lost the first one. my young son saw it and just loved it- he would go into my shop everytime someone came over( didnt matter if they had seen it 10 times before!!!) and show them the knife- and tell them it was made from "stone", and how he was going to use it when he went hunting, then prompty demonstrate some ninja/kung fu slow motion moves, with a pair of frantic and nervous parents in the background- making sure he didnt drop it and break it, or buck off his or someone elses limbs :D :D
so he just loves it, and it is his most prized possession- literally!!- so i said that it was his- but it had to live in my shop- and i had to supervise all visitations!!
if you ever need a salesman- hes the fella for you!!!
so he just loves it, and it is his most prized possession- literally!!- so i said that it was his- but it had to live in my shop- and i had to supervise all visitations!!
if you ever need a salesman- hes the fella for you!!!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on September 27, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on September 27, 2014, 10:39:00 PM
i've got some fish skins if you want- but i am sure you have a surplus there.
i also have some real thin blacktail rawhide from a very young buck i shot with my snakey osage bow.
if you are just wanting to seal the sinew.
i also have some real thin blacktail rawhide from a very young buck i shot with my snakey osage bow.
if you are just wanting to seal the sinew.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 27, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 27, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
kevin how do you like that back snake? What kind of snake do you want?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 27, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 27, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Oh and I fixed some minor blemishes in her make up and my bow is in a tube. I need to get the address on it and It will be Tuesday before I can ship it off.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Ranger44 on September 28, 2014, 01:10:00 AM
Post by: Ranger44 on September 28, 2014, 01:10:00 AM
I've been in the Big Horn mountains for the last 3 weeks. This has been some interesting reading as I catch up. It seems like ages ago that I received my beauty from D. Some great learning as well as comraderie goes on here. I guess people have to decide if the good outweighs the bad.
On another note the winds on I-90 are treacherous right now.
On another note the winds on I-90 are treacherous right now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 28, 2014, 05:52:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on September 28, 2014, 05:52:00 AM
KellyG..
If you have two...we can make a deal..
Fujimo...
I will take some yew slats ...if you have some handy..
If you have two...we can make a deal..
Fujimo...
I will take some yew slats ...if you have some handy..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 28, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 28, 2014, 02:34:00 PM
Kevin I have one for now but I bet I can find another one. I have odd skins right now. I have one beg skin like that rat snake, and juvenile rat snake and 1 copper head. I should be finding some more on the roads it is that time of year.
Wish I could have salvaged the to big bull snakes.
Wish I could have salvaged the to big bull snakes.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 28, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 28, 2014, 04:05:00 PM
KellyG...we have a deal..
You have any particulars in a knife...or should I surprise you?
You have any particulars in a knife...or should I surprise you?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: wood carver 2 on September 28, 2014, 04:30:00 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on September 28, 2014, 04:30:00 PM
Wow! lots to catch up on! I also just got back from a hunt this morning. Moose hunting in north west Ontario. We made good time coming home - only 20 hours driving this time. :D
Reading all that has happened in the last 10 days, I came to realize that this group really rocks! Someone reading these posts might be inclined to think we all knew each other personally.
I will almost certainly be in next year's swap.
Kevin, the snakes in our area are either tiny or protected or I would be all over your offer. You wouldn't by chance like wood carvings would you? ;)
Dave.
Reading all that has happened in the last 10 days, I came to realize that this group really rocks! Someone reading these posts might be inclined to think we all knew each other personally.
I will almost certainly be in next year's swap.
Kevin, the snakes in our area are either tiny or protected or I would be all over your offer. You wouldn't by chance like wood carvings would you? ;)
Dave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 28, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 28, 2014, 08:55:00 PM
Kevin I would take what ever you don't want. I will send all three of the the ones I got now. And If I get another bull or black rat I will send it along. This is the time of the year I see them in the evening dead on the road. Spring is the morning now is evenings.
The copperhead and juvenile black rat would cover a short bow and be very interesting I think.
Now for business what updates do we have. I think I may need a bow I have not heard from juan for a bit. The last time I did he said he was ready to ship but he did not get back to me saying he did.
The copperhead and juvenile black rat would cover a short bow and be very interesting I think.
Now for business what updates do we have. I think I may need a bow I have not heard from juan for a bit. The last time I did he said he was ready to ship but he did not get back to me saying he did.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: talkingcabbage on September 29, 2014, 12:43:00 AM
Post by: talkingcabbage on September 29, 2014, 12:43:00 AM
Kevin, I just saw your request for skins, and I wish I had some! I do have a box of flint, chert, and obsidian that I'll never get to if you want. I've had it for a couple years now and have only managed to make a few chips. I'd send it to you if you wanted. Maybe in exchange for a couple small obsidian points? Heck I'd probably just send it anyway. Let me know.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on September 29, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
Post by: monterey on September 29, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
This morning got the last of the finish work done. Might add a little accessory but either way, will ship no later than Wednesday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on September 29, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on September 29, 2014, 11:11:00 PM
Talkingcabbage...deal...but how about a couple of agate points?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 30, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 30, 2014, 03:01:00 PM
Well sorry ####### it took so long but she is on her way!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 30, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 30, 2014, 06:16:00 PM
I wuz bout ready to turn yer ass into the guy running this show.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on September 30, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on September 30, 2014, 10:22:00 PM
I already did, he said He was going to not let me eat ice cream for a month :(
I did get about the best bow I could make out of that stave.
I did get about the best bow I could make out of that stave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 01, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 01, 2014, 12:26:00 AM
It was ok, I guess.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 01, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 01, 2014, 04:37:00 PM
I just word that another bow just went out in the mail.
Once I am home I will try and give a good update.
Once I am home I will try and give a good update.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 01, 2014, 10:41:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 01, 2014, 10:41:00 PM
Monterey did yours go out today?
I know 2 are in the mail and have 1 more but don't know who's that one is. Might be a typo in my data. once the others get to where they are going I will track down the rest.
I have not heard from Juan. So he is booted. who is willing to make another bow does not matter the type glass or wood.
I know 2 are in the mail and have 1 more but don't know who's that one is. Might be a typo in my data. once the others get to where they are going I will track down the rest.
I have not heard from Juan. So he is booted. who is willing to make another bow does not matter the type glass or wood.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 02, 2014, 06:23:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 02, 2014, 06:23:00 AM
Did Juan receive a bow, Kelly?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 02, 2014, 07:51:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on October 02, 2014, 07:51:00 AM
I've got a two-piece from Roybert I'll donate to the cause...
:goldtooth:
:goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 02, 2014, 08:17:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 02, 2014, 08:17:00 AM
LMAO.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 02, 2014, 10:20:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on October 02, 2014, 10:20:00 AM
Yep he got one. He did not post on here but I emailed him in July and he confirmed he got it and said he was ready to ship. And that was before the deadline. He said he had not been on here due to family emergencies and work had him traveling. I emailed him about a week ago and no word.
The last few swaps have not been new folks not shipping after getting a bow that is the good news. So we have done a good job of discouraging them from entering. The last 3 have been folks who have enter before and were in good if not great standing.
Heck one had even stepped up the year before and made a second bow.
So is there if fix I don't think so. Just a hazard for the swap.
The last few swaps have not been new folks not shipping after getting a bow that is the good news. So we have done a good job of discouraging them from entering. The last 3 have been folks who have enter before and were in good if not great standing.
Heck one had even stepped up the year before and made a second bow.
So is there if fix I don't think so. Just a hazard for the swap.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on October 02, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
Post by: monterey on October 02, 2014, 05:11:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by KellyG:Mine went today. Finish would not dry in our suddenly cool wet weather. Will PM the tracking #.
Monterey did yours go out today?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 02, 2014, 06:07:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 02, 2014, 06:07:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:Sounds like the 'ole man wants in on the next one. Hope so cuz I just picked up some "Hello Kitty" duct tape for a sweet backing. :goldtooth:
Did Juan receive a bow, Kelly?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 02, 2014, 08:53:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on October 02, 2014, 08:53:00 PM
Holy Carp Goob! I think I hurt myself falling out of the chair with the image of Roy's new bow...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 02, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 02, 2014, 09:56:00 PM
I coouulld post a teaser..... :scared:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 03, 2014, 06:41:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 03, 2014, 06:41:00 AM
LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 02:31:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 02:31:00 PM
I need a glass guy to step up. Juan is banned and the guy he was building prefers glass. If more then one steps up I will draw names. Just shoot me a PM instead of posting here so it is still a bit of surprise what and who.
Thanks
Thanks
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 03, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 03, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Mark me shipped. Finally. Sorry took so long. Glad to be done with that part, now to keep stalking the mailman.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 07:58:00 PM
Ok name is drawn and a bowyer selected for the back up bow. Thanks I have 5 to put in the hat even a guy who was not in the swap. Said he wanted to enter next year and thought he would help out.
Got to love this site.
A bow should have made it to its new home today. Now where did I put that tracking number.
Got to love this site.
A bow should have made it to its new home today. Now where did I put that tracking number.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on October 03, 2014, 09:04:00 PM
Post by: monterey on October 03, 2014, 09:04:00 PM
Mine is on the plane enroute according to tracking # ***************
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on October 03, 2014, 09:19:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on October 03, 2014, 09:19:00 PM
Thanks Kelly it's a beauty can't wait to shoot it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
She made it safe and sound. Trapper sorry it took me so long to get it to you. I hope it was worth the wait.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 03, 2014, 09:39:00 PM
I am tracking 3 for sure in the mail.
Here are the ones that still are waiting.
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Al Dean
redbeard126
razorback
Here are the ones that still are waiting.
KellyG
timbermoose
beachbowhunter
bowhntineverythingnh03743
Al Dean
redbeard126
razorback
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 04, 2014, 08:58:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on October 04, 2014, 08:58:00 AM
We're getting to the home stretch...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on October 04, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
Post by: monterey on October 04, 2014, 04:20:00 PM
Looks like my shipment will arrive today.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on October 04, 2014, 05:40:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on October 04, 2014, 05:40:00 PM
Didn't arrive at my house
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on October 04, 2014, 06:25:00 PM
Post by: bowhntineverythingnh03743 on October 04, 2014, 06:25:00 PM
Just kidding guys... Just got the call that a long package just showed up at my house... On patrol tonight for a long shift and now it's gonna be longer. What a sweet looking bow!
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/0AE46BE3-77A2-40EF-ADA5-18B6833E84B9.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/0AE46BE3-77A2-40EF-ADA5-18B6833E84B9.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/F15C6A71-B4F5-4651-9D89-7F41E2391A2A.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/F15C6A71-B4F5-4651-9D89-7F41E2391A2A.jpg.html)
Thank you mike Lee for a great hill bow! I will take better pictures tomorrow when it's not raining like cats and dogs outside.
What kinda wood is in it? Black walnut, zebra, and maple???
Also included a cool handmade single arrow holder for stalking!
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/0AE46BE3-77A2-40EF-ADA5-18B6833E84B9.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/0AE46BE3-77A2-40EF-ADA5-18B6833E84B9.jpg.html)
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x344/bowhntineverythingnh03743/F15C6A71-B4F5-4651-9D89-7F41E2391A2A.jpg) (http://s1177.photobucket.com/user/bowhntineverythingnh03743/media/F15C6A71-B4F5-4651-9D89-7F41E2391A2A.jpg.html)
Thank you mike Lee for a great hill bow! I will take better pictures tomorrow when it's not raining like cats and dogs outside.
What kinda wood is in it? Black walnut, zebra, and maple???
Also included a cool handmade single arrow holder for stalking!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 04, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 04, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
:clapper: looks good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on October 04, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on October 04, 2014, 08:41:00 PM
Looks good ....what are you talking about...that thing looks horrible and you should send it my way so I can properly dispose of it.... :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 04, 2014, 10:34:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 04, 2014, 10:34:00 PM
Ok we are down to only 5 folks left needing bows. and 3 in the mail one we know is being worked by a back up bowyer an the last still being worked.
Now I went out hunting this evening and was home for like over an hour. I seen the Paw Paw seeds ks trapper sent me. But for over an hour I was the owner of a new Osage bow with timber rattler skins. And Wood overlays on the tips. This is the most petite bow I now own and really know I make clubs after this one for sure.
Thanks Michael AKA mjwhitby you are truly a master at this craft. I took it right out in the dark and shot her twice and the arrow is to stiff for my current hunting bow but this bow loved it.
I will shoot it a bit more tomorrow and try and get pics up but My photo bucket is acting up.
Just wow. I am very lucky. Sorry for making you hold onto it so long but wow.
Now I went out hunting this evening and was home for like over an hour. I seen the Paw Paw seeds ks trapper sent me. But for over an hour I was the owner of a new Osage bow with timber rattler skins. And Wood overlays on the tips. This is the most petite bow I now own and really know I make clubs after this one for sure.
Thanks Michael AKA mjwhitby you are truly a master at this craft. I took it right out in the dark and shot her twice and the arrow is to stiff for my current hunting bow but this bow loved it.
I will shoot it a bit more tomorrow and try and get pics up but My photo bucket is acting up.
Just wow. I am very lucky. Sorry for making you hold onto it so long but wow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on October 05, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on October 05, 2014, 05:28:00 PM
I'm really glad you like it. The skin didn't come out as good as I had hoped. I'm nowhere near a master. I'm still a beginner and look forward to hearing what you guys think of the bows I build. I've only seen a handful of selfbows aside from what I've built so I really don't have a lot to compare my work to. So feel free to critique, I need to hear it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on October 05, 2014, 05:30:00 PM
Post by: monterey on October 05, 2014, 05:30:00 PM
QuoteWhat kinda wood is in it? Black walnut, zebra, and maple???You nailed, Justin. The walnut has been in the family since 1955 when my father in law had some boards rough sawn from a large tree he helped a friend take down. That is well traveled wood! From its origins in Omaha, it has been to Paris France where it rested peacably in storage for about four years. Then it was off to Sacramento for a few years and then several times across the country before landing in Northern Virginia for a spell and finally out to Colorado and eventually into my hands.
The maple and zebra are everyday Binghams.
Sorry it does not hit the weight you expected. Had to reduce the width a bit more than planned and it cost a few pounds. The riser and tip overlays are also walnut. Those on the tips are sorta stabilized with Min Wax wood hardener, but probably not ok for fast flight
I always chrono my bows and this one turned up an average 164 fps with a 525 gr arrow and 156 fps with a 650 gr arrow.
Hope this bow serves you well. If it comes apart, let me know and I'll build another for you.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 05, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 05, 2014, 06:15:00 PM
(http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/Mobile%20Uploads/85D6CD5C-19B6-4AF8-9F69-9C9898BB23AE_zps9zciqh2z.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/Mobile%20Uploads/85D6CD5C-19B6-4AF8-9F69-9C9898BB23AE_zps9zciqh2z.jpg.html) (http://i1336.photobucket.com/albums/o641/cengert74/Mobile%20Uploads/16932F4C-35BC-485E-ABEC-E2FFADC6E5D4_zpstkywzyz0.jpg) (http://s1336.photobucket.com/user/cengert74/media/Mobile%20Uploads/16932F4C-35BC-485E-ABEC-E2FFADC6E5D4_zpstkywzyz0.jpg.html)
Says it made it through customs so hopefully someone should have a new bow this week.
Sorry for it being so late, just had a crazy busy summer with my real job and home repairs after a big hail storm. Only took a couple pictures so all will have to wait for some more from whomever receives it.
Cory
Says it made it through customs so hopefully someone should have a new bow this week.
Sorry for it being so late, just had a crazy busy summer with my real job and home repairs after a big hail storm. Only took a couple pictures so all will have to wait for some more from whomever receives it.
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on October 05, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on October 05, 2014, 06:46:00 PM
wow that's couple sweet looking bows!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 05, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 05, 2014, 11:18:00 PM
Customs eh Cory? :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 06, 2014, 09:36:00 AM
Post by: razorback on October 06, 2014, 09:36:00 AM
Moose, I think you may be the only one left with customs requirements. Cat may be out of the bag, looks good.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 06, 2014, 09:40:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 06, 2014, 09:40:00 AM
Sweet....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 06, 2014, 03:44:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 06, 2014, 03:44:00 PM
ok trapper whats the verdict is it a good one. What is good and bad about that bow I sent ya. If it is to bad of news shoot me a pm.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 06, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 06, 2014, 03:46:00 PM
I think he already cut it up and it's on the firewood pile.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 06, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 06, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
heck at least use it in the smoker.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on October 06, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Post by: monterey on October 06, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Has anybody else noticed how many photos indicate that most of us don't wear shoes?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 06, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on October 06, 2014, 04:45:00 PM
Ahh, come on Roy. Not everyone's recipients of osage end up in the situation yours do.
:campfire: :laughing:
:campfire: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 06, 2014, 04:59:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 06, 2014, 04:59:00 PM
:smileystooges:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Trapper Rob on October 06, 2014, 06:51:00 PM
Post by: Trapper Rob on October 06, 2014, 06:51:00 PM
It's great Kelly when you was posting pics. I was hoping you had my name.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 06, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 06, 2014, 10:46:00 PM
Well rob I am truly glad you like it. I really want some feedback on it(what you think is really good and bad about it). I want to get better. But it was hard for me to send that one off, It shot so nice for me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on October 07, 2014, 10:42:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on October 07, 2014, 10:42:00 AM
Fine looking accent stripe in that bow cory. Holy moly bud thats a beaut for sure
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on October 07, 2014, 10:43:00 AM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on October 07, 2014, 10:43:00 AM
I shipped my bow a couple of moons ago and it says its arrived but I have not seen any conformation. Kelly ???
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 07, 2014, 11:35:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on October 07, 2014, 11:35:00 AM
I have you marked as shipped and the bow as received. It might have been in a PM. But not tracking any issues with it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on October 07, 2014, 12:32:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on October 07, 2014, 12:32:00 PM
Hey Shawn I did! (say that I love it) `Bout 3-4 pages ago- I`ll look for it later, busy right now.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: MoeM on October 07, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
Post by: MoeM on October 07, 2014, 01:08:00 PM
OK I found it;
QuoteOriginally posted by MoeM:
Ooooweeeehh- Kelly get me of that list, sent and finally received a bow- a really nice masterpiece built by Shawn with awesome spalted maple veneers... relly love her man.
Hey Shawn thank you dude, excellent work. Don`t know if there wasn`t a string or the suckers at customs stole it but fortunatly I had a suitable one from my failed swap bow so I can already say it has a really buttery draw and an awesome profile- can`t wait to shoot her!
Ed.: do you have a recomendation regarding spine and pointweight for my 29,5" draw (wooden arrows, heavier setup) and a recomended brace range?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 07, 2014, 02:10:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 07, 2014, 02:10:00 PM
Thanks Shawn, she's a shooter too. With any luck it will run an arrow through a big bear up NW. :saywhat:
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dmaxshawn on October 07, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
Post by: Dmaxshawn on October 07, 2014, 06:32:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by MoeM:for woodies I shot some tapered 50-55's with a 125 field point and she handled them very well. Brace is 7.25-7.5 . Sorry about the string I'm guessing it was removed at customs and never put back. SBD string 56 inches. She really zips an arrow pretty quick. Enjoy her Bud.
OK I found it;
QuoteOriginally posted by MoeM:[/b]
Ooooweeeehh- Kelly get me of that list, sent and finally received a bow- a really nice masterpiece built by Shawn with awesome spalted maple veneers... relly love her man.
Hey Shawn thank you dude, excellent work. Don`t know if there wasn`t a string or the suckers at customs stole it but fortunatly I had a suitable one from my failed swap bow so I can already say it has a really buttery draw and an awesome profile- can`t wait to shoot her!
Ed.: do you have a recomendation regarding spine and pointweight for my 29,5" draw (wooden arrows, heavier setup) and a recomended brace range?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on October 07, 2014, 09:18:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on October 07, 2014, 09:18:00 PM
Well I got home from work today and found a long tube waiting for me!!! Inside was a great looking longbow from Willhimes! Had just enough time to shoot a few before dark and it puts 'em right where I'm lookin'! I'll get some pictures up ASAP. Thanks Joe, you did a real fine job.
Buddy
Buddy
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: redbeard126 on October 07, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: redbeard126 on October 07, 2014, 09:26:00 PM
Sorry I meant Millhimes!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 07, 2014, 09:27:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 07, 2014, 09:27:00 PM
Ok only four more bows are needed to get to their new homes and 2 are in the mail. Man will this be the earliest year we get done. Will Kelly get a break before the next swap. Stay tuned as the 2014 Tradgang Bow swap comes to its conclusion.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 07, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 07, 2014, 09:34:00 PM
2012? HUH?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 07, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 07, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
That's what I was thinking Roy. Had to check the calendar.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 02:07:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 02:07:00 AM
Me too, for a while there I was 2 years younger.. :) Dammit anyways...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 08, 2014, 09:32:00 AM
Post by: razorback on October 08, 2014, 09:32:00 AM
Hey Roy does that mean you have to go back to work .
I'm off work today so I have to decide to go to the basement and work on some osage or sit on the porch and wait for the mailman. He usually comes around noon so I think I'll chase a ring, get some honey-do's done and wait for him while eating some venison stew for lunch.
I'm off work today so I have to decide to go to the basement and work on some osage or sit on the porch and wait for the mailman. He usually comes around noon so I think I'll chase a ring, get some honey-do's done and wait for him while eating some venison stew for lunch.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 08, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
Post by: razorback on October 08, 2014, 11:22:00 AM
:knothead: Back to the basement. Mailman came and went without stopping. Maybe tomorrow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Draffish on October 08, 2014, 04:09:00 PM
Post by: Draffish on October 08, 2014, 04:09:00 PM
wow guys been keeping a watch as this years trade goes through its progression and just want to say there isnt one bow thats been made that anyone would say no to your all creating such amazing looking bows its an inspiration to all us newbies.
now just need to find the time and find some desent wood for a stave.
now just need to find the time and find some desent wood for a stave.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 04:14:00 PM
I might get in the swap again next year, not sure yet.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 08, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 08, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
listen roy ole boy dont make me come back there slip ya some prune juice and will you are hitting the latrine take all your coors hostage until you sign up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 08, 2014, 06:19:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on October 08, 2014, 06:19:00 PM
Yup, I'll be there with Kelly locking the latrine door.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 07:42:00 PM
I HAIN'T SKEERED OF YOU TWO GIRLS.. :)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/cantlope.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/cantlope.jpg.html)
(http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f165/ROY-CHRIS/cantlope.jpg) (http://s47.photobucket.com/user/ROY-CHRIS/media/cantlope.jpg.html)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 08, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 08, 2014, 07:54:00 PM
Well it must have been the "Hello Kitty" backing :deadhorse:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 08, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on October 08, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
I'd be scared of anyone with hooves, horns, and beady little eyes holding a bow.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 08, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on October 08, 2014, 08:22:00 PM
I think I need to schedule a business trip out to your neck of PA soon. We apparently have some catching up to do.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 08:24:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 08, 2014, 08:24:00 PM
Ya got the address, son.. Get er done.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: jsweka on October 08, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Post by: jsweka on October 08, 2014, 11:37:00 PM
Careful Dave. Roy's all pumped up and ruttin' this time of year.
(http://i954.photobucket.com/albums/ae23/jsweka/hunk.jpg)
(http://i954.photobucket.com/albums/ae23/jsweka/hunk.jpg)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on October 09, 2014, 02:55:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on October 09, 2014, 02:55:00 AM
Somrbody ought to put out warnings... :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 09, 2014, 06:12:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 09, 2014, 06:12:00 AM
LOL
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 09, 2014, 08:20:00 AM
Post by: razorback on October 09, 2014, 08:20:00 AM
Why oh why do we have to keep dragging that photo out. It seems like every-time I see it I have just eaten. :scared:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 09, 2014, 08:58:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on October 09, 2014, 08:58:00 AM
"..pumped up and ruttin'..."
HS! ROFL
I'm reminded of those really old bucks (the ones who have survived past their prime and have small, mishaped antlers) that still try to chase down some of the does.
HS! ROFL
I'm reminded of those really old bucks (the ones who have survived past their prime and have small, mishaped antlers) that still try to chase down some of the does.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on October 09, 2014, 10:05:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on October 09, 2014, 10:05:00 AM
david, i had to go back and read that twice- got to "small and misshapen" and my preemptive reading skills just flew over the rest :eek:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 09, 2014, 10:22:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on October 09, 2014, 10:22:00 AM
Between that picture and Hova's sock draw I am just at a loss of words. :dunno: :dunno:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 09, 2014, 04:53:00 PM
Post by: razorback on October 09, 2014, 04:53:00 PM
I'm getting some weird looks at work. Must be the potatoe chips i just spat across the room. ROTFLMAO. Lets show some respect for aged noble beasts of the forest.
Anyway, I have am very happy to say that you can mark me as recieved. Got a great glass longbow from Timbermoose. Had time to open it and put 2 arrows through it before I had to leave for work. Shot nice fke those 2, will shoot some more in the morning and get some photo's up.
Anyway, I have am very happy to say that you can mark me as recieved. Got a great glass longbow from Timbermoose. Had time to open it and put 2 arrows through it before I had to leave for work. Shot nice fke those 2, will shoot some more in the morning and get some photo's up.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 09, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 09, 2014, 05:52:00 PM
Shot nice fke those 2.
? HUH
? HUH
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on October 09, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on October 09, 2014, 05:57:00 PM
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 09, 2014, 06:55:00 PM
Post by: razorback on October 09, 2014, 06:55:00 PM
Damned phone and clumsy thumbs, "Shot nice for those 2"
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 09, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 09, 2014, 09:52:00 PM
And we assumed you couldn't stump an old buck!
Glad you finally got your bow Razor.
Glad you finally got your bow Razor.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 09, 2014, 11:09:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 09, 2014, 11:09:00 PM
Sweet and then there were 3.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 09, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 09, 2014, 11:15:00 PM
I'm starting to pull my hair out waiting for my bow to get delivered. It's been a week since customs cleared it but it still hasn't been delivered.
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 10, 2014, 11:06:00 AM
Post by: razorback on October 10, 2014, 11:06:00 AM
OK, here are some photo's of the great bow Timbermoose sent me. Draws smooth and no hand shock. Arrows are a little stiff but I've got some 2018's that should work great with it.
64" 51#@28" which should make it about 55# at my 29" draw, just perfect.
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image.jpg.html)
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/Mobile%20Uploads/image-1.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image-1.jpg.html)
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/Mobile%20Uploads/image-2.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image-2.jpg.html)
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/Mobile%20Uploads/image-3.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image-3.jpg.html)
(http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu207/aussiearcher/Mobile%20Uploads/image-4.jpg) (http://s648.photobucket.com/user/aussiearcher/media/Mobile%20Uploads/image-4.jpg.html)
64" 51#@28" which should make it about 55# at my 29" draw, just perfect.
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 10, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on October 10, 2014, 11:40:00 AM
Happy to see it made it there razor. Looks like you have a lot of room for stumpin.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 10, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 10, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
Yer ah lucky dog...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 10, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 10, 2014, 04:19:00 PM
So 3 folks left and 1 bow in the mail. we are so close to wrapping this thing.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on October 10, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on October 10, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
Very nice bow razor!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on October 10, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on October 10, 2014, 06:31:00 PM
Very nice bow Razor!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on October 10, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Post by: soy on October 10, 2014, 07:14:00 PM
Well I see Bob likes it lol
congratulations
congratulations
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 11, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 11, 2014, 11:25:00 PM
Customs clearance processing complete! :saywhat: :jumper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on October 12, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on October 12, 2014, 05:07:00 PM
Congrats on a fine looking bow Tony.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on October 14, 2014, 10:34:00 AM
Post by: cunruhshoot on October 14, 2014, 10:34:00 AM
That is a very nice looking bow!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on October 17, 2014, 12:44:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on October 17, 2014, 12:44:00 AM
When do we start picking new names? Not that I am a glutton for another project...but I almost have 5 moose tendons completely processed into useable sinew....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 17, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on October 17, 2014, 11:21:00 AM
kevin in January but I think it will only be you and is signed up in 2015. :knothead: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 17, 2014, 11:24:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on October 17, 2014, 11:24:00 AM
Also I have not heard from red hill in a month if any of you are friends with him let him know I need an update by Monday or I will have to boot him. If I do that I will need help getting another back up bow done. I will get the details out if it is a glass or wood bow out only if I boot him from future swaps.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on October 17, 2014, 04:31:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on October 17, 2014, 04:31:00 PM
Since I have started an archery class where I teach, I have 3 teachers all wanting a long bow..not sure how I am going to pull that one off...
But, 3 classic target bows should be less of a project than a one of kind hunting bow...hopefully.
If we can get congress to lenthen the day to 30hrs and shorten the work week...ha ....which = more time in the shop...
Not sure my wife would go for that... :biglaugh:
But, 3 classic target bows should be less of a project than a one of kind hunting bow...hopefully.
If we can get congress to lenthen the day to 30hrs and shorten the work week...ha ....which = more time in the shop...
Not sure my wife would go for that... :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 17, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 17, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
Kevin, I can make ya some strings if that would help :campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on October 18, 2014, 12:43:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on October 18, 2014, 12:43:00 PM
Hey everyone,
This not exactly about the bow swap, but it does directly effect a bunch of kids being introduced to archery...
I am the new P.E. Teacher at Iditarod elementary..and I am trying to get archery added to the curriculum...but I also need to purchase some new p.e. equipment...I have a link to a website that is helping with the funding, they take donations and then purchase the materials for the students/classroom..
If I get this project funded, the school has agreed to fund the archery curriculum..Check out NASP for the archery in schools program.
If anyone would like to know more or help out, please pm me and I will fill you in on the details.
This not exactly about the bow swap, but it does directly effect a bunch of kids being introduced to archery...
I am the new P.E. Teacher at Iditarod elementary..and I am trying to get archery added to the curriculum...but I also need to purchase some new p.e. equipment...I have a link to a website that is helping with the funding, they take donations and then purchase the materials for the students/classroom..
If I get this project funded, the school has agreed to fund the archery curriculum..Check out NASP for the archery in schools program.
If anyone would like to know more or help out, please pm me and I will fill you in on the details.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 19, 2014, 11:04:00 AM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 19, 2014, 11:04:00 AM
The bow has been been at the post office since they attempted delivery on Thursday, I hope all is well with the recipient.
Cory
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 19, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 19, 2014, 04:08:00 PM
Well, they dropped off the delivery notice, but no one mocked on the door. Was home all day with kids and wife's yappy mutt that barks at every noise. Found the notice Friday morning, went to post office stated, it wasn't there yet. ??? Said it would be there from the central post office after 1pm. Went back, puter says it there but they can't find it. Called central post and never got a call back. Waiting till they open tomorrow to find it, pay the customs duties(dirty rotten lowlife.....), and bring it home. Been a long few days.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 19, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 19, 2014, 04:15:00 PM
Holy cow hope someone didn't decide they need another one of your bows!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 19, 2014, 04:31:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 19, 2014, 04:31:00 PM
Timber I am sure it will be fine. And by this time tomorrow you will be shooting a new bow and all your worries will be gone.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 19, 2014, 08:07:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 19, 2014, 08:07:00 PM
Well I just couldn't wait any longer to start Roy's new bow. It still needs a little more weight shaved off. It's a tri-lam of course, balsa, pine and plexi glass. Didn't want to offend the old guy. Sure hope he likes her!
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 19, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on October 19, 2014, 08:51:00 PM
HS! I'm laughing my arse off....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 19, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 19, 2014, 09:02:00 PM
:clapper: :coffee:
Gonna hand deliver it?
Gonna hand deliver it?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 20, 2014, 05:13:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 20, 2014, 05:13:00 AM
Gooberson, don't make me come out there.
LMFAO
LMFAO
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 20, 2014, 12:49:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 20, 2014, 12:49:00 PM
and what Roy ole boy pick it up in person.
:bigsmyl:
:bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 20, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 20, 2014, 08:00:00 PM
Thanks again for your tremendous effort Kelly :notworthy:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 21, 2014, 06:27:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 21, 2014, 06:27:00 PM
Got my bow today! Spent the last hour shooting a ragtag bunch of arrows through her. In the rain and wind. I'm soaked but I couldn't wait for the rain to stop, would b June before I could shoot. ;) just smokes them arrows! :banghead:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 21, 2014, 07:35:00 PM
Post by: timbermoose on October 21, 2014, 07:35:00 PM
Hope this works.
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 21, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Post by: heartlandbowyer on October 21, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Craig,
You are welcome. I enjoyed making it, I really like working with the yellow wood and the B/W ain't to bad either. Hopefully its loaded with lots of good shots and some lucky ones too.
Cory
You are welcome. I enjoyed making it, I really like working with the yellow wood and the B/W ain't to bad either. Hopefully its loaded with lots of good shots and some lucky ones too.
Cory
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: timbermoose on October 22, 2014, 01:49:00 AM
Post by: timbermoose on October 22, 2014, 01:49:00 AM
Well my bro came over today to check out the new bow. And gift me something to hang it on. Today is an awesome day.
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 22, 2014, 07:08:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 22, 2014, 07:08:00 AM
Very nice woodymoose.
Sweet job, Cory..
Sweet job, Cory..
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 22, 2014, 07:38:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on October 22, 2014, 07:38:00 AM
Looks good Cory. Craig, I think that was worth the wait!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 22, 2014, 01:03:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 22, 2014, 01:03:00 PM
Well there should be onl two left waiting on a bow.
Great job by all involved.
Great job by all involved.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on October 22, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
Post by: soy on October 22, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
NICE!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 22, 2014, 06:06:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 22, 2014, 06:06:00 PM
what a great lookin bow! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on October 22, 2014, 06:25:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on October 22, 2014, 06:25:00 PM
Very nice!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 24, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 24, 2014, 06:26:00 PM
Ok I have not heard from red hill in over a month. I need a glass bowyer to step up with a back up bow please. If I get more then one volunteer I will put names in a hat and pull them out. Please Pm if you can help.
I will let folks know in the am via pms back who got pulled.
Thanks in advance for make this a success.
I will let folks know in the am via pms back who got pulled.
Thanks in advance for make this a success.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 26, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 26, 2014, 09:44:00 PM
No one has stepped up yet please if their is any glass guys that can help PM.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: rmorris on October 26, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Post by: rmorris on October 26, 2014, 10:51:00 PM
Pm sent
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 06:01:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 06:01:00 AM
Your a good man, Ralph.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 27, 2014, 07:15:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on October 27, 2014, 07:15:00 AM
Sorry Kelly, I have one half built but just don't have any time to commit. Thanks Ralph !
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 27, 2014, 08:25:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on October 27, 2014, 08:25:00 AM
Kudos Ralph!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 27, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 27, 2014, 01:18:00 PM
I now have 2 you have PMed me so tonight the hat will speak. I will put names in a hat and pull a boywer from it. I would not turn down a bow from either so It is best if the hat makes the choice.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 05:03:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 05:03:00 PM
I would be willing to send whomever is making it, $10.00 to help with the cost of materials. Any others willing to chip in a few $$$$'s?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: grouse11 on October 27, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
Post by: grouse11 on October 27, 2014, 05:17:00 PM
I know I am not part of the swap but someday would like to be and i really admire what all of you guys do, you turn out incredible work!!!
I will match Roy's $10 to help out the bowyer and recipient of the last bow :)
I will match Roy's $10 to help out the bowyer and recipient of the last bow :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 27, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 27, 2014, 05:42:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:way ahead of ya Roy-bert :wavey:
I would be willing to send whomever is making it, $10.00 to help with the cost of materials. Any others willing to chip in a few $$$$'s?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 05:56:00 PM
Cool beans, Goobert.. :wavey: :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: cunruhshoot on October 27, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
Post by: cunruhshoot on October 27, 2014, 07:37:00 PM
I'm in for $10.00
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on October 27, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on October 27, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
ya guys gotta stop this, it is already makin me all goopy inside- seriously.
i've never come across a "brotherhood" like this.
:thumbsup:
i've never come across a "brotherhood" like this.
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 08:08:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2014, 08:08:00 PM
Cool, Kelly we will need the bowyers address to send the money. PM it to all who of us who have agreed on donations. Or if he is not good with that, we can send it to you.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 27, 2014, 08:37:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 27, 2014, 08:37:00 PM
Way to go Roy! sounds like you want to help out next swap :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: breazyears on October 27, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Post by: breazyears on October 27, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
where would I find info on how to get into the swap, and how it works, etc?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 27, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 27, 2014, 09:50:00 PM
Breazyears in January I will post a sign up and rules. if ya do a search you will find the rules from this year they want change much.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 27, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 27, 2014, 10:01:00 PM
ok name drawn and PMs sent. I will let yall know if they want you to send the cash to them or to me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: inksoup on October 28, 2014, 07:09:00 AM
Post by: inksoup on October 28, 2014, 07:09:00 AM
i guess i wasn't tho choosen one since there is no pm in my pmbox :D . well good luck to choosen bowyer.
best.
best.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LESKEN2011 on October 28, 2014, 08:10:00 AM
Post by: LESKEN2011 on October 28, 2014, 08:10:00 AM
I will help with $10. Just let me know where to send it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 28, 2014, 09:22:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on October 28, 2014, 09:22:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by LESKEN2011:Add me to the list.
I will help with $10. Just let me know where to send it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on October 28, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
Post by: razorback on October 28, 2014, 12:48:00 PM
I'll chip in $10 to the builder, too.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 28, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 28, 2014, 12:53:00 PM
You guys are awesome gentlemen.. ^5
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on October 28, 2014, 02:16:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on October 28, 2014, 02:16:00 PM
Just following the lead Ole Roy.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 28, 2014, 03:58:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 28, 2014, 03:58:00 PM
Well the bowyer said no need for anyone to send money they are just happy to help out.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 28, 2014, 04:23:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on October 28, 2014, 04:23:00 PM
and THAT gentlemen is why we all hang out here!
Top notch :campfire:
Top notch :campfire:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 28, 2014, 05:54:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 28, 2014, 05:54:00 PM
Well I thank him for the great dude he is...
And goober-boober, yer ok too I guess... :wavey:
And goober-boober, yer ok too I guess... :wavey:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: DVSHUNTER on October 28, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: DVSHUNTER on October 28, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Was having a good read through the swap... then I saw that picture of roy. Nightmare tonight for me I guess.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: macbow on October 28, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
Post by: macbow on October 28, 2014, 11:26:00 PM
Hi Dave good to see you post. Guess you've been too busy shooting deer.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on October 29, 2014, 12:58:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on October 29, 2014, 12:58:00 AM
What a classy bunch!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: DVSHUNTER on October 29, 2014, 04:09:00 AM
Post by: DVSHUNTER on October 29, 2014, 04:09:00 AM
Wish I could say that was the case ron. I've been very busy working. Too busy. But it is winding down now.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on October 29, 2014, 12:47:00 PM
Post by: monterey on October 29, 2014, 12:47:00 PM
Glad we got that fixed!
Kelly, you deserve some sort of medal or at least an embossed certificate! :bigsmyl:
Kelly, you deserve some sort of medal or at least an embossed certificate! :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 29, 2014, 02:08:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 29, 2014, 02:08:00 PM
Naw I got plenty of both. I just need to get out and hit the woods and relax after a stressful swap.
Dave you going to hop in the swap next year?
Dave you going to hop in the swap next year?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 29, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 29, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
I have owed these for awhile.
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I don't have a money shot yet, I will get one up ASAP
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I don't have a money shot yet, I will get one up ASAP
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 29, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 29, 2014, 11:23:00 PM
oh and unbraced
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Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Pheonixarcher on October 30, 2014, 02:46:00 AM
Post by: Pheonixarcher on October 30, 2014, 02:46:00 AM
That's really sharp Kelly!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 30, 2014, 06:44:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on October 30, 2014, 06:44:00 AM
I thought Roy was setting the bar high. WOW ! :clapper:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on October 30, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on October 30, 2014, 06:24:00 PM
Great work Kelly! Very nice. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on October 30, 2014, 08:52:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on October 30, 2014, 08:52:00 PM
That bow was made by Michael Whitby AKA mjwhitby. He did not post pics of it and it has been done for 6 months or more before he shipped it because I was on the hold list.
I was very surprised at the bow I had gotten. This bow is short and shoots like a dream. It is my hunting bow for this season and has been out with me for a couple of months.
I was very surprised at the bow I had gotten. This bow is short and shoots like a dream. It is my hunting bow for this season and has been out with me for a couple of months.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: mjwhitby on October 30, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Post by: mjwhitby on October 30, 2014, 11:00:00 PM
Glad you like it!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 31, 2014, 05:55:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 31, 2014, 05:55:00 AM
Sweet bow Kelly and Mike.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on October 31, 2014, 06:48:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on October 31, 2014, 06:48:00 AM
Does that mean we have one more to ship?
Can't wait to get some urethane on Roy's little kitten bow !
:goldtooth:
Can't wait to get some urethane on Roy's little kitten bow !
:goldtooth:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on November 01, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on November 01, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
there are 2 out right now. Back up bowyers assigned.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: red hill on November 02, 2014, 08:57:00 PM
Post by: red hill on November 02, 2014, 08:57:00 PM
Hello, guys. I've just sent Kelly a pm about my disappointing part in the trade this year.
I am truly sorry and have no legitimate excuse, I simply have not produced a bow.
Tomorrow I will ship the beautiful bow sent to me by Razorback way back when. It's a terrific bow and I hope it makes up for my short comings.
I owe Kelly, Razorback, and Al Dean a very sincere apology for not holding up my end of the bow swap agreement.
Razorback, this is a great bow. Al, I have a 26" draw but this bow will handle your draw length.
To all on the bench and/or in the trade, this is a great event and I am sorry for dragging this out. Please accept my apology.
I am truly sorry and have no legitimate excuse, I simply have not produced a bow.
Tomorrow I will ship the beautiful bow sent to me by Razorback way back when. It's a terrific bow and I hope it makes up for my short comings.
I owe Kelly, Razorback, and Al Dean a very sincere apology for not holding up my end of the bow swap agreement.
Razorback, this is a great bow. Al, I have a 26" draw but this bow will handle your draw length.
To all on the bench and/or in the trade, this is a great event and I am sorry for dragging this out. Please accept my apology.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on November 02, 2014, 09:23:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on November 02, 2014, 09:23:00 PM
you are a gentleman, sir.
i was not in the swap this year,so really am speaking out of turn here, but it surely does take courage to apologize with sincerity.
i was not in the swap this year,so really am speaking out of turn here, but it surely does take courage to apologize with sincerity.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on November 03, 2014, 10:39:00 AM
Post by: Al Dean on November 03, 2014, 10:39:00 AM
Stan, I have no use for Razorback's bow. If I read right it is left handed, I am right handed, and probably 50#+@26". that would make it over 60# @ 30" if it will even draw that without breaking. Why don't you just keep it. I don't plan on dying any time soon. Assuming you don't either, why not get off your butt and just make me a bow instead of making excuses.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on November 03, 2014, 12:41:00 PM
Post by: monterey on November 03, 2014, 12:41:00 PM
Al, I have a 68" slightly reflexed longbow that draws 43# @ 28". My FD curve on it shows it easily draws 31" without stacking.
I am willing to send you this bow if it would be satisfactory to you.
I am willing to send you this bow if it would be satisfactory to you.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on November 03, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on November 03, 2014, 01:04:00 PM
I have a back up bowyer on stand by if needed. But we shall see if it is needed. Thanks Though Mike. I had to put them on hold when Stan PMed me.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on November 03, 2014, 02:15:00 PM
Post by: monterey on November 03, 2014, 02:15:00 PM
Ok, offer stands.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on November 03, 2014, 03:24:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on November 03, 2014, 03:24:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Al Dean:I don't know if Stan has time now or not, but if so that sounds like a workable solution.
Stan, I have no use for Razorback's bow. If I read right it is left handed, I am right handed, and probably 50#+@26". that would make it over 60# @ 30" if it will even draw that without breaking. Why don't you just keep it. I don't plan on dying any time soon. Assuming you don't either, why not get off your butt and just make me a bow instead of making excuses.
Also, I think it's worth noting he didn't make any excuses that I saw, just an apology.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Al Dean on November 03, 2014, 06:04:00 PM
Post by: Al Dean on November 03, 2014, 06:04:00 PM
When being in this bow swap is your idea and yours alone, there are no excuses or apologies that will do. Sometimes no matter what the circumstances, when you have said yes you just bite the bullet and do it. No matter how difficult it may be.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on November 04, 2014, 11:19:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on November 04, 2014, 11:19:00 AM
:(
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on November 06, 2014, 08:02:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on November 06, 2014, 08:02:00 AM
Ok, I'm not saying that Al doesn't have a reason to be grumpy, but we need to get a little positive out there and bring this thread back to life. It's one of the few reasons I log in regularly.
Has anyone been taking their swap bows hunting this fall? I've got plans to, but I need to get my butt out there first. Things have been a bit busy so far this fall.
Has anyone been taking their swap bows hunting this fall? I've got plans to, but I need to get my butt out there first. Things have been a bit busy so far this fall.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on November 06, 2014, 10:16:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on November 06, 2014, 10:16:00 AM
I'm in the same boat Dave. Have to get in gear and get some time in the woods. I'd really like to get my swap bow out a bit too ... unfortunately I think it's too long to shoot from my current blind so I need to figure out if I can shoot it from a stand.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: John Scifres on November 06, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
Post by: John Scifres on November 06, 2014, 12:00:00 PM
I have hunted with my swap bow several times this year. No deer yet. I also killed 2 squirrels with my swap bow from last year. Had a doe w/i 40 yards last night but she just wouldn't come all the way before light faded in a spectacular fall sunset. A full (ish) moon completed the night as I walked through a mist shrouded pasture on the way back to the car.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: monterey on November 06, 2014, 12:09:00 PM
Post by: monterey on November 06, 2014, 12:09:00 PM
Well, my grandson was home from college this summer and after shooting my swap bow for a while it sorta somehow turned into HIS bow!!!! That seems to happen to me alot.
I can build another bow for him and try to get it back, but besting that swap bow will be tough.
My bow was built by Dan Willoughby (dwillo) and I'll tell you that he is one of TGs unsung and little known exceptional bowyers. While he posts only rarely he has been a longtime member here whose work shows attention to detail along with the artistry of a dedicated bowyer.
Guess I'll have to pick up one of my old bows to pursue bunnies and squirrels.
I can build another bow for him and try to get it back, but besting that swap bow will be tough.
My bow was built by Dan Willoughby (dwillo) and I'll tell you that he is one of TGs unsung and little known exceptional bowyers. While he posts only rarely he has been a longtime member here whose work shows attention to detail along with the artistry of a dedicated bowyer.
Guess I'll have to pick up one of my old bows to pursue bunnies and squirrels.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dan Landis on November 06, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
Post by: Dan Landis on November 06, 2014, 07:36:00 PM
I've been out a few times with mine, not much happening though. The rut should be getting started soon, maybe that will change things.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on November 06, 2014, 11:09:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on November 06, 2014, 11:09:00 PM
Oh every time I go out it is with it. I have passed on 3 small bucks 2 at 10yrds from the ground. I could not decide if they were 2.5 or 3.5 years old so they wallked. Had a fork at 20. First buck I have ever rattled in. Then a doe that same morning. She just got uneasy as I was trying to get ready for the shot. Oh and there was another doe who busted me I was trying to turn 180 to intercept her. To much movement I guess. SO yep hunted with it a few times. I will be out in the am and every day but Saturday and Thursday (volunteer work). Son and I both took vacation time all next week. When I make meat with it. I may put it up so my Roy bow or goose bow gets a chance also.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on November 07, 2014, 08:12:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on November 07, 2014, 08:12:00 AM
Ok, inspired by Kelly taking vacation next week I decided to do the same thing. Kinda. Tuesday is a holiday for us. I can't miss W/Th, but I did take leave for Monday and Friday. And while this weekend is full from dawn to dusk teaching archery to the Girl Scouts, next weekend is wide open. I also got spousal approval (during a weak moment I'm sure) for such priortization of time in the woods. So with the rut coming on I should have M/T/F/Sa/Su to try and fill the freezer.
I have prioritized making meat (larger than squirrel) with my own bow first. But then I'm taking out my swap bow. It will probably be easier to hunt with out of a stand or blind as it's a bit shorter. If I get lucky enough to make meat twice, I'd like to move to last year's bow which is also awesome. But we'll see, I'm probably getting ahead of myself.
I have prioritized making meat (larger than squirrel) with my own bow first. But then I'm taking out my swap bow. It will probably be easier to hunt with out of a stand or blind as it's a bit shorter. If I get lucky enough to make meat twice, I'd like to move to last year's bow which is also awesome. But we'll see, I'm probably getting ahead of myself.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: LittleBen on November 07, 2014, 10:09:00 AM
Post by: LittleBen on November 07, 2014, 10:09:00 AM
HAHA thats so funny Dave. I did basically the same thing after reading Kelly's post lol.
The rut is no time to be working .... then again neither is the early season ... or the late season ...
The rut is no time to be working .... then again neither is the early season ... or the late season ...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on November 07, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on November 07, 2014, 09:33:00 PM
Why oh why can't I make a living hunting. Where was that career High School guidance counselor?
Went out this AM nothing seen jumped one not far from the car. This PM went out and they were cutting the milo field right behind me. So I did not see anything. I am doing volunteer work in the am so not going out. I seen a spike at noon poor thing did not make it across the road.
Went out this AM nothing seen jumped one not far from the car. This PM went out and they were cutting the milo field right behind me. So I did not see anything. I am doing volunteer work in the am so not going out. I seen a spike at noon poor thing did not make it across the road.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on November 08, 2014, 01:22:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on November 08, 2014, 01:22:00 AM
I am jealous of the deer hunts...but we do have caribou..although shooting a bow at -8 had me wondering if the bow was going crack first or me from the cold.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on November 08, 2014, 07:06:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on November 08, 2014, 07:06:00 AM
Dang, I was thinking 30 degrees was cold this morning.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Dwillo on November 08, 2014, 09:47:00 AM
Post by: Dwillo on November 08, 2014, 09:47:00 AM
I've shot mine from jorgy quite a bit, just at the range. Beautiful bow and a very sweet shooter. I get lots of questions and compliments on it. I didn't get out to hunt this year but its definitely going with me next year. Maybe do some turkey in the spring with it.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on November 18, 2014, 07:10:00 AM
Post by: goobersan on November 18, 2014, 07:10:00 AM
Soooo....... is that the end? I know most of us are busy hunting but I think we had two left to receive a bow. Kelly must be at the taxidermist.....
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 18, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 18, 2014, 08:11:00 PM
What Booberson said...
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on November 19, 2014, 12:33:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on November 19, 2014, 12:33:00 PM
Seems the forum always slows down this time of year. Everybody goes to the woods and not the shop/computer. Then cabin fever starts to set in around the middle of December and people start chiming in again and getting psyched for next year's swap.
Would love to see this wrapped up soon though.
Would love to see this wrapped up soon though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on November 19, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on November 19, 2014, 10:12:00 PM
What Cantaloupe-boy said... :D
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: razorback on November 20, 2014, 12:44:00 PM
Post by: razorback on November 20, 2014, 12:44:00 PM
Sorry to hear that you need to pass my bow on Red. I was in that position last year and it is no fun. That being said, I don't think that bow would last long at Al's draw length. Bulbous handle could easily be changed to lefthanded but not sure the tiller and length will go to 31".
Not much time in the woods but am home alone over thanksgiving so hoping to get in the woods then. Couple of nice bucks wandering around the house so might get lucky.
Not much time in the woods but am home alone over thanksgiving so hoping to get in the woods then. Couple of nice bucks wandering around the house so might get lucky.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 20, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 20, 2014, 03:05:00 PM
What Booberson said... about what Melonhead-boy said.. :)
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on November 21, 2014, 07:14:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on November 21, 2014, 07:14:00 AM
Love this place!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: soy on November 21, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
Post by: soy on November 21, 2014, 07:29:00 PM
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on November 24, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on November 24, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
Sorry folks I was back in Morgantown WV from Monday to Sunday. My mother had lung cancer cut out so I was back there for the operation and most of her hospital stay. She was released from the hospital today. And all went well.
So now I am back. Before I left the bucks were running does and they are still at it. So that is great. I will have almost 4 more days to chase them.
So now I am back. Before I left the bucks were running does and they are still at it. So that is great. I will have almost 4 more days to chase them.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 25, 2014, 05:19:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 25, 2014, 05:19:00 AM
Prayers for Mom.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on November 25, 2014, 10:07:00 AM
Post by: fujimo on November 25, 2014, 10:07:00 AM
prayers and present in our minds Kelly!
godspeed to yer mum!
godspeed to yer mum!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on November 26, 2014, 10:03:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on November 26, 2014, 10:03:00 AM
thanks gents,
Roy how far are you from Morgantown?
Roy how far are you from Morgantown?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 26, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 26, 2014, 10:11:00 AM
65 miles, about 1.5 hours.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on November 26, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on November 26, 2014, 01:40:00 PM
How far from Kenosha?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 26, 2014, 02:19:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 26, 2014, 02:19:00 PM
544
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on November 26, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Post by: canopyboy on November 26, 2014, 05:10:00 PM
Honolulu?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: bigbob2 on November 26, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on November 26, 2014, 05:39:00 PM
Turkey's nest? :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on November 26, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on November 26, 2014, 10:31:00 PM
Well heck I should have looked you up. I had nothing too do most of Tuesday when I first got there. 1.5 hours would not have been such a long driver after 15 straight Monday.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: Paul/KS on November 28, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
Post by: Paul/KS on November 28, 2014, 10:58:00 PM
Glad things went well for your Mom Kelly. Good luck hunting. :thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on November 30, 2014, 01:46:00 AM
Post by: kevin_h on November 30, 2014, 01:46:00 AM
Kelly and Fujimo...
Your packages will not be ready in time for Christmas...I seperated my left shoulder a week ago and its not getting better,,well not as fast as I think it should..
Doc says no excessive lifting, movement or stress on the left shoulder/neck muscle, which puts a huge dampet on knapping stone for a while...as soon as I get the clear from the the doc, I will put the effort out to get the projects in the mail.
Your packages will not be ready in time for Christmas...I seperated my left shoulder a week ago and its not getting better,,well not as fast as I think it should..
Doc says no excessive lifting, movement or stress on the left shoulder/neck muscle, which puts a huge dampet on knapping stone for a while...as soon as I get the clear from the the doc, I will put the effort out to get the projects in the mail.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on December 01, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on December 01, 2014, 06:57:00 PM
Didn't know first graders were so rough :laughing:
Hope you're feeling better soon
Hope you're feeling better soon
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: fujimo on December 01, 2014, 08:53:00 PM
Post by: fujimo on December 01, 2014, 08:53:00 PM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: kevin_h on December 01, 2014, 11:39:00 PM
Post by: kevin_h on December 01, 2014, 11:39:00 PM
It is not the first graders you have to worry about...it is the kindergarten kiddos....they are very devious... :biglaugh:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on December 01, 2014, 11:50:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on December 01, 2014, 11:50:00 PM
Lol.
Kevin no worries here though.
Kevin no worries here though.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on December 14, 2014, 09:24:00 AM
Post by: KellyG on December 14, 2014, 09:24:00 AM
Ok update time. Red hill forwarded the bow he got. To Al to hold until he can get a bow worthy to ship. So by the rules Al as received.
I have not heard if Beach bowyer has gotten his bow or not so I am tracking 1 left at this point.
I have not heard if Beach bowyer has gotten his bow or not so I am tracking 1 left at this point.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on December 15, 2014, 01:28:00 AM
Post by: beachbowhunter on December 15, 2014, 01:28:00 AM
Nothing yet Kelly
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on December 15, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on December 15, 2014, 08:40:00 PM
Well I got some comformation it is being worked on. so if I have to take up the glass stuff myself you will get on. Sorry it is taking so long.
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: beachbowhunter on December 16, 2014, 06:36:00 PM
Post by: beachbowhunter on December 16, 2014, 06:36:00 PM
Don't worry about it, I'm not!
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: canopyboy on December 17, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
Post by: canopyboy on December 17, 2014, 10:53:00 AM
Suhwheet, almost there. Heck, I think the next signup has got to be around the corner, yes?
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: goobersan on December 17, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Post by: goobersan on December 17, 2014, 05:15:00 PM
Yup. And I almost got Roybert's bow tillered to 8#
Should be a sweet shooter :bigsmyl:
Should be a sweet shooter :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: 2014 Annual Bow Swap
Post by: KellyG on December 19, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on December 19, 2014, 02:23:00 PM
Sign ups not even open and ole roy takes the first jab.