Hey guys. I have the opportunity to trade one of my bows for a Great Northern Ghost. From what I've found it seems that lots of guys like them. The most recent topic I found on here about them was in 2014 and I wanted to see if opinions had changed or if they still were great bows. What do you guys think? The bow is 62" and I have a 29" draw so I'm not worried about that at all. Are they fast? Quiet? Stable?
I've had one for about 15 years and intend to take it moose hunting in about 3 weeks. Obviously I like mine a lot! It is fast but you might need a little time to learn to shoot it if you are used to a traditional heavy riser - they are very light bows. The low mass also makes them a bit noisy but that is easily tamed.
I've had a GN Ghost, Super Ghost, and Fireball. Every one I had was quiet and torsionally stable. I had mine before I had a chrono so I can't give you exact speeds but they seemed pretty good. The main attraction is their minamalist build.
Thanks guys. I primarily shoot longbows since I don't really care for a recurve grip. The grip on this one looks like what I'm used to though, which makes it really tempting. Might have to pull the trigger on it.
I've had a 56" ghost for about 5-6 years now, couldn't say enough good things about it. Very fast (I shoot 10gpp d-fir), quiet and light, excellent hunting weapons IMO. Mine has the straight grip, as do both of my Critter Gitter Specials, so my ghost its as close to shooting a longbow as you can get without it being a longbow. :)
I had a 62 incher.......it was a great bow and I shot it well, if it had been lighter I still would have it.
One of the first "custom" bows I bought after coming back to trad, years ago. One of the ones I miss the most! I've shot a lot of nice bows since then, but don't think I've shot any better ones.
I haven't had a ghost but I did have a shadow which was just an older version of the ghost and loved it. The riser is a bit thinner than most recurve and the grip was very longbow like but it was an amazing shooter and very nimble.
Since you primarily shoot longbows I think the ghost would be a nice choice for you in a recurve.Similar riser to most longbows and lower grips on all 3 of the grips they offer.The superghost is a little more contoured and shapely with the grip and is cut to center.The locator is a very user friendly grip overall IMO.The Broomstick style grip is one of my favorite grips of a straighter style I have tried no doubt.The grips are on the small side which I like.
The ghost is cut 1/8th out from center like a lot of the more traditional longbows.
My 1st 50s style recurve was a 60 inch ghost with all osage limbs.That was 25 years ago.I loved that bow.It went well when switching over from my mild R&D longbows.I Do personally like narrow deep cored recurve limbs of a full working design in a 50s style recurve.They dampen out well and are strong torsionally and look sleek/streamlined.I have owned 60 and 62 inch Ghosts and Superghosts.
I have owned many other G.N bows and they are extremely well made,perfectly crafted and have an understated elegance in their simplicity of style.
GN Ghost recurves chrony out as one of the fastest recurves made. They are very light and I find them very quiet and easy to shoot as they are torsionally stable. Most who own one would not ever consider selling or trading. They are definately THE recurve for the person who loves longbows. The hinge takedown is also superb and a never fail option. I hope Bob brings them back into production. If he does, I will place an order for all osage with traditional grip and hinge system
Ok you guys convinced me. Made the trade. Only problem is it's headed for home and I'll have to wait until I head home for a weekend to try it out. Sure am excited about it though!
It will be worth the wait........
I agree, with all above. I have a 60" super ghost and another coming soon. They are quick and most of all, dead quiet..longbow quiet. I would love to get my hands on a 58" model ghost or super ghost one day.
You won't be disappointed. Every Great Northern bows I've owned were great bows.
Mike
Sounds great. Can't wait to get my hands on it!
Hey guys. Got the bow and it shoots really nice. I'm going to make a new string for it though. What brace height would you guys suggest for it?
Both of mine likes the recommended bh. Which is 7 1/4 - 7 1/2".
Mike
I have owned a few Great Northern bows. Each one of them was built with superb craftsmanship,and performed beyond my expectations. As I type this, I am wondering why I ever traded or sold my Great Northerns? Foolishness. I believe i will remedy that soon.
Partially, because I have great respect for Jerry Brumm. His contributions to the early stages of our traditional archery "revival" are immense. His honesty and benevolence are something to consider in your purchase.
Ok thanks. Right now it is right at 8. Seemed a little high to me so I figured I'd ask. It shoots really well, although I'll need to tune some arrows to it.
Roger you are absolutely right. The bow is built extremely well and performs great! I am primarily a longbow guy because I prefer the grip, but the this bow feels identical to my longbow grip, just with the added speed of a recurve. I love it! I've talked to Jerry in Kalamazoo and he seemed like a really nice guy. Glad to have one of his bows.
I would try 7 and 1/4 to 7 and 1/2 for B.H
Mine never required an 8 inch brace height.Mine were 60 and 62 inchers.