Post by: Roy from Pa on January 01, 2019, 04:32:33 AM
Time sure flies the older I get.
Nothing changed here at my place.
Darn 1 year old puppy got us up at 3:45 am.
She's so happy in the morning that ya just can't get mad at her.
Wishing you guys a happy new year and a great 2019.
Roy
Post by: jsweka on January 01, 2019, 07:00:57 AM
I was up early and had planned to head out hunting, but it’s so damn windy I decided to stay in and enjoy my coffee. Winds are supposed to die down later, so maybe I’ll head out this afternoon.
Post by: skeaterbait on January 01, 2019, 09:02:02 AM
Happy New Year Y'all
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 01, 2019, 09:10:18 AM
LOL
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Post by: Crooked Stic on January 01, 2019, 09:41:17 AM
Post by: Wolftrail on January 01, 2019, 12:09:08 PM
What happened to 2018?
Time sure flies the older I get.
Nothing changed here at my place.
Darn 1 year old puppy got us up at 3:45 am.
She's so happy in the morning that ya just can't get mad at her.
Wishing you guys a happy new year and a great 2019.
Roy
No building yet have a half built bow sitting in the closet for the last 7 weeks.
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 01, 2019, 12:31:01 PM
Post by: kennym on January 01, 2019, 01:13:56 PM
Happy new year everyone! Like Kenny I was in bed at 9:00 and at midnight my 4 year old woke me to tell me there was a lot of bangs outside! Headed to Bass Pro this morning with the family. Got to return my Christmas from my wife, gonna see what I can find there as far as traditional hunting goes. Maybe some arrows or broad heads.
I was proud of Renee this year. She said, and I quote: " Let's just get one thing to have under the tree for each other since we buy what we want most times "
The new grandbaby came out great on gifts too... LOL
Post by: BrushWolf on January 01, 2019, 03:39:23 PM
Post by: Bvas on January 01, 2019, 04:03:21 PM
Deer have been winning on every outing for the last two months. I think there cheating somehow lolI know the feeling.
Was really hopin we’d have some snow and colder temps by now.
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 01, 2019, 05:33:47 PM
I spent the day learning to stitch leather for a non archery project.
Dave.
Post by: BrushWolf on January 01, 2019, 07:17:07 PM
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Post by: BrushWolf on January 01, 2019, 07:20:01 PM
My thoughts exactly!
Was really hopin we’d have some snow and colder temps by now.
Post by: Flem on January 01, 2019, 09:37:44 PM
I love all the bow pics in this forum
What happened to 2018?, but I want to see some Puppy pics!
Darn 1 year old puppy got us up at 3:45 am.
She's so happy in the morning that ya just can't get mad at her.
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 02, 2019, 05:15:38 AM
Labrador
Creme Brulee color.
She should have horns as crazy as she is..
LOL
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 02, 2019, 04:42:44 PM
LOL
Post by: skeaterbait on January 02, 2019, 06:06:40 PM
I did get the limb form done today, so if Jameson be kind to me tonight I hope to grind a couple of tapers in the morning and get the first limb in the easy bake.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 04, 2019, 07:52:13 AM
Charcoal gray alcohol based aniline dye.
3 coats of gasket lacquer through a dipper.
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Post by: Buemaker on January 04, 2019, 08:11:03 AM
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Post by: BrushWolf on January 04, 2019, 01:05:07 PM
Drove around a couple sections this morn , saw 56 deer and a yote. Slow morning... :goldtooth:
Wow I can honestly say I haven’t seen 56 deer in a drive in years. Not sure I’ve even seen that many in the last two months of hunting and driving. I must be doing something wrong. (Slow morn, :saywhat:)
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 04, 2019, 01:42:21 PM
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Post by: David Flanrey on January 04, 2019, 02:47:03 PM
Cut and sanded some vineers, roughed out a couple risers and located and cleaned up my sleds.
This was actually what I did Tuesday the 1st. Just getting around to posting. My new year resolution was to make more bows in 2019. I only made two in 2018. New biz has been kicking my tale.
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 04, 2019, 02:51:49 PM
:thumbsup:
Post by: David Flanrey on January 04, 2019, 03:27:57 PM
Post by: kennym on January 04, 2019, 03:53:05 PM
3 guesses ....
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Post by: David Flanrey on January 04, 2019, 04:01:01 PM
Get em Kenny. Im going after a big fat doe in the morning.
Post by: kennym on January 04, 2019, 04:25:52 PM
Good luck David!
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 04, 2019, 04:28:36 PM
Yer dating a squirrel?
A little mouse skeered ya?
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 04, 2019, 04:45:03 PM
Post by: Wolftrail on January 04, 2019, 04:47:45 PM
Stained and sealed a dozen spruce woodies yesterday.
Charcoal gray alcohol based aniline dye.
3 coats of gasket lacquer through a dipper.
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How ya like using spruce. I switched over to Hemlock; was using Cedar and Doug Fir before and there is no looking back I think Hemlock rules. I get straighter shafts and half of the 28 I made close to same spine and they dont break as easy.
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 04, 2019, 05:08:17 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 04, 2019, 08:55:12 PM
Gonna sell it now.................
:laughing: :bigsmyl: :laughing:
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Post by: Shredd on January 06, 2019, 07:38:45 PM
FH... Is that the carbon one?? Looking forward to seeing what changes in performance it makes... Or was it .030" glass that you were using??
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 07, 2019, 05:07:28 AM
Post by: fujimo on January 07, 2019, 03:14:16 PM
i have used it in the thorn scrub of south africa a lot, also in the grass lands of Alberta and the brush and scrub of the foothills of the Rockies, and now out here in the bright green temperate rain forest of the PNW coast.
i am sure a ghillie suit might be the only thing better- but they are hot, heavy and stinky.
you just need to wash the asats 4 or 5 times before you use them, take some of that bright colour out, and soften and quieten them a bit- although they are already quiet as it is.
i always chuckle at all the green camo's as its not the colours that matter, but rather the patterns and the tones, with my asat suit on( grey/ beige/brown) i have had a small hawk land on my head while ground hunting in a mass of bright green coniferous foliage here in the PNW.
its quite incredible gear really.
shafts are looking great Roy :wavey:
Post by: kennym on January 07, 2019, 04:54:51 PM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on January 11, 2019, 09:19:24 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 11, 2019, 09:49:10 AM
Very nice, Mike..
:thumbsup:
If that had been pink, Ole Kenny would of scarfed it up:)
Post by: kennym on January 11, 2019, 11:11:44 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 11, 2019, 01:02:01 PM
Not too shabby for your first bow.
:thumbsup:
And sounds like good shooting too..
You posted a thumbnail picture, which is fine.
After you select your picture from your PC or phone, just to the right of the little window where the picture name appears, click ( Insert Attachment 1 ). That will make the picture full size in your post.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 11, 2019, 02:38:15 PM
Get them and momma shooting stickbows too....
Well Chef Ritchie..
I just put together a fresh green bean casserole with fresh mushrooms and cream of mushroom soup and a dash of soy sauce garnished with fried onions and black pepper.
So top that son:)
Then there's ole timer Kenny gonna have fresh backstraps in the smoker tonight.
Think we need to make a road trip to see his shop:)
Post by: skeaterbait on January 11, 2019, 02:40:37 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 11, 2019, 03:15:44 PM
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Post by: skeaterbait on January 11, 2019, 03:28:17 PM
Fixin to cut a brand new bow in half..... :scared:
Takin' up the slight of hand arts Kenny?
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 11, 2019, 03:38:24 PM
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Fixin to cut a brand new bow in half....
Been there done that:)
Post by: kennym on January 11, 2019, 03:44:47 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 11, 2019, 05:38:50 PM
Chust sayen...
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 11, 2019, 07:19:41 PM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on January 12, 2019, 08:06:00 AM
:laughing: :laughing:
Post by: kennym on January 12, 2019, 08:16:35 AM
Seriously tho, have you dyed the resin? And if so with what?
won't be pink tho….
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 12, 2019, 08:28:52 AM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on January 12, 2019, 08:53:51 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 12, 2019, 09:03:29 AM
Water raises the grain, alcohol doesn't and it dries in about 10 seconds and can be blended in very easily.
Woodworker carries the aniline dye.
Give the link below about 15 seconds to load.
https://woodworker.com/alcohol-soluble-brt-yellow-golden-oak-aniline-dye-mssu-845-541.asp?search=aniline%20dye&searchmode=2
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 12, 2019, 09:42:17 AM
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Post by: kennym on January 12, 2019, 12:38:50 PM
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Still snowin here , they say 3-5” more
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Post by: Forwardhandle on January 12, 2019, 12:48:26 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 12, 2019, 12:50:20 PM
Post by: Bvas on January 12, 2019, 12:53:08 PM
Post by: kennym on January 12, 2019, 12:55:38 PM
Brad, wish I could send you half of ours!!
And Ritchie, you better head more west than south!! :thumbsup:
Post by: Bvas on January 12, 2019, 01:02:33 PM
Wife's dog got high centered on porch, had to hook mine up to pull her back to house... :laughing:
Brad, wish I could send you half of ours!!
I had to read that a couple times to fully understand (sometimes I’m a little slow)
Then I got a mental pic of how dogs normally get “hooked up” :biglaugh:
And I’d love a few more inches to do some spot and stalk hunting with the snow camo.
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 12, 2019, 01:15:46 PM
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Post by: Bvas on January 12, 2019, 01:20:31 PM
Nice here so we went to a 3D shoot.
I’m calling BS on that one :laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 12, 2019, 01:22:44 PM
Just ask Kenny!
:thumbsup:
Post by: Bvas on January 12, 2019, 01:27:42 PM
You tend to dump it in HUGE piles :laughing:
Post by: kennym on January 12, 2019, 01:32:13 PM
Roy don’t start nuthin... ...
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 12, 2019, 01:35:31 PM
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Post by: Shredd on January 12, 2019, 04:04:15 PM
Got a bow partly finish sanded today... 42# - 410gr. - 186fps - 28"... Also shot a 3" group with 6 out of 8 arrows at 20yds with it... Seems to be a good shooter...
Post by: skeaterbait on January 12, 2019, 05:03:21 PM
Post by: Shredd on January 12, 2019, 06:41:55 PM
Post by: kennym on January 12, 2019, 06:59:47 PM
That may have stained it... :laughing:
Post by: monterey on January 12, 2019, 07:29:52 PM
Got about four inches of wet snow through the night. That's the most so far for my locality but the mountains are getting a lot this year.
Denver is the new Phoenix. :saywhat:
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 12, 2019, 07:53:01 PM
That may have stained it... :laughing:
LMAO
Shreddy said pigment, not ********:)
Just back from granddaughters birthday party, nice 2 hour drive in the snow at night....
Post by: Bvas on January 12, 2019, 09:15:50 PM
Storm must’ve blew in quick. Y’all were shooting in shorts and T-shirt’s this mornin :dunno: :laughing:
Just back from granddaughters birthday party, nice 2 hour drive in the snow at night....
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 12, 2019, 09:18:41 PM
:laughing:
Post by: Dannon on January 13, 2019, 09:46:46 PM
One more door, the back and two pieces of glass for the doors and it’ll be done.
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Post by: monterey on January 15, 2019, 11:34:57 AM
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These look more like fish than sheaths but they're getting there.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 15, 2019, 06:48:12 PM
:thumbsup:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 15, 2019, 07:11:26 PM
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Post by: kennym on January 15, 2019, 07:22:25 PM
If you need to lose weight ( bow) and want more bend midlimb trap it in the midlimb and feather it out to both fades and tips ...
Post by: kennym on January 15, 2019, 07:23:14 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 15, 2019, 07:25:08 PM
A machinist buddy warfed it to accept ILF limbs.
Post by: kennym on January 15, 2019, 07:28:02 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 15, 2019, 07:31:41 PM
Purty too...
Post by: skeaterbait on January 15, 2019, 07:59:17 PM
Looks good, look at the whole bow and not just one limb.
If you need to lose weight ( bow) and want more bend midlimb trap it in the midlimb and feather it out to both fades and tips ...
Thanks Kenny. I will trust the collective knowledge on the tiller but will give trapping a try. I have never done that nor read much about it so any tips or instruction is most welcome.
Post by: kennym on January 15, 2019, 08:33:43 PM
I made a jig for my disc sander to get started but it is easy to get too deep. I would use a light rasp and files then a sanding block to do the first one or two.
Keep these pics and overlay the new ones on them if you are techy enough to see the change and plan the next one...
Or send it to Roy and tell him what you want, he likes sniffin glass. :biglaugh:
Post by: skeaterbait on January 15, 2019, 08:59:48 PM
Post by: kennym on January 15, 2019, 09:01:39 PM
Post by: Wolftrail on January 15, 2019, 09:07:02 PM
Got my glass bow all done.
Looks beautiful. Ya got any specs. Hopefully it wont give ya any shock. I hear some custom bows twang worse than an old untuned guitar. :o
Post by: Shredd on January 15, 2019, 10:06:23 PM
Nice Roy!! , you cast that riser too?
Do you do metal casting, Roy??
Post by: Shredd on January 15, 2019, 10:11:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 16, 2019, 05:35:30 AM
It was too sharp to be hanging in the basement collecting dust.
A buddy converted it into an ILF rig in his machine shop.
I put 31# limbs on it for a 3D bow.
I'm getting too old for heavier weight bows.
Post by: skeaterbait on January 16, 2019, 09:42:35 AM
Damn Lonnie... Whatcha got going on there?? Looks pretty cool... Love to see a DFC on that sucker...
Dang Rich, why did you go and say that, now I get.... errrrr, have to build a hooter shooter so I can make a chart. :goldtooth:
Post by: Shredd on January 16, 2019, 09:42:43 AM
Post by: Shredd on January 16, 2019, 09:44:48 AM
Damn Lonnie... Whatcha got going on there?? Looks pretty cool... Love to see a DFC on that sucker...
Dang Rich, why did you go and say that, now I get.... errrrr, have to build a hooter shooter so I can make a chart. :goldtooth:
With performance comes responsiblity... ;) :laugh: :laugh:
Post by: BMorv on January 17, 2019, 03:23:07 PM
Finally got it pried off and cleaned up
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2019, 03:29:58 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2019, 03:45:52 PM
Ya ever think about gluing 3 or 4 full length thinner belly lams together to get that bend ya want at the riser?
Ya could do away with the splice all together...
Post by: BMorv on January 17, 2019, 03:48:24 PM
So that's why I started itchen up a little bit ago?:)
LOL. Just messing with ya. I only work with the stuff outside now after hearing what it did to you.
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2019, 03:49:35 PM
There will never be IPE in my shop again.
Post by: BMorv on January 17, 2019, 03:58:55 PM
So that's why I started itchen up a little bit ago?:)
Ya ever think about gluing 3 or 4 full length thinner belly lams together to get that bend ya want at the riser?
Ya could do away with the splice all together...
Yeah, I have thought about doing that exact thing quite a bit. But I'm not setup to taper a full length piece.
And I would probably need 4 lams with ipe as it doesn't bend even at thin dimensions.
And that splice doesn't take much time. It looks more complicated than it is.
You think the lams would bend enough to give me this much deflex?
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 17, 2019, 04:13:16 PM
1/8th thick lams would bend really well, even 3/16th thick I'd bet.
Two thicker lams here bend decent and that's not much bend.
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Post by: Forwardhandle on January 17, 2019, 05:44:31 PM
Post by: Shredd on January 18, 2019, 11:36:22 PM
Stuff is going on around here... Got some lights so that I don't have to wait on the sun to get right...
Modified my thickness sander... It does not have a feed belt and the friction was an issue with lams on a sled... The sled would stop and the lams would slide... So I installed some rollers under the feed rollers and shortened my granite table to just under the drum... Added some table extensions made out of plywood... Seems to work great... What a pain in the a$$ though... Everything has to line up just right...
I swear... I think I spend more time making jigs, modifying and tweaking tools than building bows...
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Post by: kennym on January 19, 2019, 04:13:40 PM
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Post by: Bvas on January 19, 2019, 06:41:07 PM
Three more weeks(or a buck on the ground) before I think about starting a bow.
Post by: Bvas on January 19, 2019, 06:50:11 PM
I have been thinking of building one. But thinking of having the drum do the traveling and the table be adjustable. Then I could have an infinit amount of adjustment in taper. I just haven’t come up with a durable/reliable/affordable track system.
Post by: Shredd on January 19, 2019, 07:18:52 PM
I will put this sander up against any sander out there for consistency and accuracy... Being there is no belt it operates like a bench planer... The wood rides between a solid granite table and the drum... A belt can have inconsistencies... Some guys wonder why their bows are 5# over or under weight... Inconsistencies along the laminations could be one of the factors why they are missing their mark... Especially when you are reading the butt of your lam and the middle of your lam is 3-5 thou off its begins to add up...
Bvas... This is an older Wood Master sander... You can make one but it would be a lot easier and probably cheaper in the long run to buy one...
Post by: Shredd on January 19, 2019, 07:38:39 PM
Post by: Bvas on January 19, 2019, 07:52:01 PM
I have a drill press that I use as a spindle and a hand held belt sander. These get me by. But as I build more bows, I want more toys. :biglaugh:
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 19, 2019, 08:07:44 PM
. I kinda like to check my lams from one end to the other to just to be sure.
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Post by: skeaterbait on January 20, 2019, 04:02:11 PM
Damn Lonnie... Whatcha got going on there?? Looks pretty cool... Love to see a DFC on that sucker...
Here is the DFC, to the best of my understanding on how to do it. Just measure draw weight at each interval and chart it? I didn't go past 30" because I didn't like the string angle and I was skeered.
Now maybe someone can explain why we do this?
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Now maybe someone can explain why we do this?
I think to look professional?
I duno:)
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 20, 2019, 04:18:53 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on January 20, 2019, 04:36:31 PM
The next set of limbs I have planned to try tip wedges and see what that does.
Post by: monterey on January 20, 2019, 10:01:49 PM
Post by: Shredd on January 22, 2019, 12:58:37 PM
I should be in jail... :goldtooth:
That 10" saw is a solid saw... Great for cutting out risers...
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2019, 01:04:26 PM
Better than that dumb sander...
:laughing: :laughing:
Post by: Ay1Steaksauce on January 22, 2019, 03:11:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 22, 2019, 03:33:22 PM
But I see the edges of the limbs are square.
Get those edges rounded over before tillering.
Rasp facets in then sand a bit.
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Post by: monterey on January 23, 2019, 01:02:08 AM
Take a cotton ball and run it up and down the limbs and see if any splinters snag it.
Roy and cotton balls! Why does that seem like a natural fit? :)
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Post by: skeaterbait on January 23, 2019, 07:20:58 AM
Good to hear that everyone is well.
Post by: kennym on January 23, 2019, 08:45:25 AM
Roy, what 2 MO guys? Thought I was the only one... :)
Ritchie, were both you guys in the truck? Man , glad you're OK , you can get new shorts!! Snow ain't bad but ice is miserable to drive/slide on!! :o
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 23, 2019, 09:18:29 AM
Post by: Flem on January 23, 2019, 12:03:08 PM
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Post by: Pat B on January 23, 2019, 02:32:02 PM
A1, tiller looks good. Make the right limb the bottom. It's a bit stiffer than the left. You tiller recurves just like any other bow.
Post by: Flem on January 23, 2019, 05:00:19 PM
That's a pretty small work area, but I can see where it would heat up quick :banghead: :bigsmyl:Been working cold for too long, wanted a sauna like experience :biglaugh:
Pat, that is a Momma Bear and your right it is a great stove.
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Post by: Shredd on January 23, 2019, 05:21:54 PM
Glad you guys are alright...
Roy You better quit picking on my Sander Or I will have to come up there and send one of your bows through it and make sawdust out of it... :biglaugh:
Yeah Kenny... Them clamps were a deal at about $3 a piece...
Skeats... What is the brace height on that bow??? If it is about 7 " You should get a reading at 9" of draw for your DFC... It would show more of the bottom end of the curve...
Post by: kennym on January 23, 2019, 05:24:06 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on January 23, 2019, 05:38:03 PM
Brace is about 6-3/4" if I recall correctly.
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 23, 2019, 05:49:14 PM
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Post by: Bvas on January 24, 2019, 09:52:16 PM
If that's him he is a good'n.Yea. That’s him. I believe he is 6.5 or 7.5 years old. Has tremendous mass.
Post by: Flem on January 25, 2019, 10:19:21 AM
Post by: kennym on January 25, 2019, 12:55:13 PM
If you draw by hand, it is hard to not torque the limbs when letting down. Still haven't shot her, but checked weight at 43. 34 @ 28"
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 25, 2019, 01:31:23 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 25, 2019, 02:10:29 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 25, 2019, 05:26:16 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 08:09:33 AM
I gotta cut and split some more wood today for the wood burner:)
Don't like the -2 forecast, but it will prolly be a lot colder than that up your way..
Post by: skeaterbait on January 26, 2019, 08:43:33 AM
No matter, the bow is really just a test of the form anyway and so far I am please with it. I am going to re-do the riser plan for future, which may change the form over to topless, not sure on that yet.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 08:59:58 AM
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2019, 09:07:42 AM
So you're workin on a bow today? :laughing: :laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 09:16:05 AM
Just bought some pink paint yesterday, just incase I do:)
Post by: skeaterbait on January 26, 2019, 09:24:29 AM
"I gotta cut and split some more wood today for the wood burner:)"
So you're workin on a bow today? :laughing: :laughing:
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :thumbsup: :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
Post by: skeaterbait on January 26, 2019, 09:25:05 AM
Doesn't look bad, Lonnie.
Thank you sir.
Post by: Bvas on January 26, 2019, 09:26:06 AM
"I gotta cut and split some more wood today for the wood burner:)":biglaugh: :laughing: :biglaugh: :laughing:
So you're workin on a bow today? :laughing: :laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 10:16:34 AM
:laughing:
Post by: kennym on January 26, 2019, 10:36:55 AM
Post by: skeaterbait on January 26, 2019, 10:56:11 AM
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Post by: goobersan on January 26, 2019, 11:02:41 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 01:18:01 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 01:26:43 PM
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Post by: kennym on January 26, 2019, 01:31:20 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 02:28:19 PM
Nice dry Oak...
Can't beat that pile for $10.00's....
And there's more covered up behind the split wood.
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Post by: Shredd on January 26, 2019, 04:29:28 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 26, 2019, 04:35:10 PM
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Post by: monterey on January 26, 2019, 07:33:06 PM
"I gotta cut and split some more wood today for the wood burner:)"
So you're workin on a bow today? :laughing: :laughing:
LMAO. :)
Post by: Boobacker on January 26, 2019, 09:26:00 PM
Post by: Flem on January 26, 2019, 10:11:28 PM
Post by: Shredd on January 26, 2019, 11:07:41 PM
Better than a dumb shoemaker sander that chokes on poplar wood:)
Watch out now... Ol' Bessy,'s got a temper... She's contemplating on coming up there and tillering one of your bows for you, and it aint gonna be pretty... :laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 27, 2019, 04:16:20 AM
Now I see why you go by Shred.
:laughing:
Post by: Shredd on January 27, 2019, 10:28:11 AM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on January 30, 2019, 09:37:21 AM
:scared: :scared:
Post by: Buemaker on January 30, 2019, 09:38:34 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2019, 09:40:14 AM
9 here and windy....
Post by: Buemaker on January 30, 2019, 09:43:19 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 30, 2019, 09:54:47 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 30, 2019, 09:59:14 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2019, 10:02:15 AM
Bue I cut a 2 x 2 piece of maple last week that has been in my dry shop for 6 years.
As I was cutting it, water was running out the end.
Craziest thing I ever seen.
Post by: goobersan on January 30, 2019, 10:23:38 AM
bought a bandsaw blade and organizing the shop
looking for a solid circle jig for risers on the bandsaw
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 30, 2019, 10:45:35 AM
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 30, 2019, 11:43:15 AM
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Post by: kennym on January 30, 2019, 11:47:22 AM
At least my bro is happy, he loves him some ice fishin...
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 30, 2019, 12:51:47 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2019, 02:32:05 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 30, 2019, 02:55:52 PM
-24 deg & 30 mph winds here this morning for the Chicago rescue crew ! Crazy cold !
Thanks to you all :thumbsup:
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2019, 03:09:34 PM
Surprised there hain't no chicago chili dog juice running down their chins:)
Be safe out there Ritchie..
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 30, 2019, 06:36:13 PM
Post by: kennym on January 30, 2019, 06:37:26 PM
Stayed in shop, it got up to -3 today!!
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2019, 07:25:23 PM
1 degree here and supposed to go lower.
I'd rather have 2 feet of snow and 32 degrees than these 1 degree temps.
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 30, 2019, 07:34:26 PM
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Post by: monterey on January 30, 2019, 07:48:05 PM
When does the big rodent make it's advisory?
Post by: goobersan on January 30, 2019, 07:58:07 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 30, 2019, 08:50:52 PM
Post by: kennym on January 30, 2019, 09:44:35 PM
50 deg and sunny here...yet there's an odd bite to the wind???
When does the big rodent make it's advisory?
There's always 6 more weeks of winter no matter what the pig says... LOL Feb 2 is his big day.
Post by: Minnesota Bill on January 31, 2019, 06:06:11 AM
Temp at this time is -30 but high of 0 later, much less wind. Had to replace my wife's car battery outside lastnight, just starting to feel my fingers again.
I complain but then watch the news and feel fortunate to live in Southern Minnesota, our northwest part of the state was much colder. Our forcast for this weekend is 40s with some rain.
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 31, 2019, 07:24:26 AM
It's zero here and I don't like it:)
Post by: Forwardhandle on January 31, 2019, 07:25:01 AM
Post by: Kopper1013 on January 31, 2019, 07:45:42 AM
She was brought into this world to join her sister and brother at 4:47pm weighing in at a mighty 8lbs 2oz and 20”.
I tried like hell posting a picture last night but for whatever reason it’s not allowing me. Everyone is doing great (except for dad, they make dads sleep on a medieval torcher rack, but I’m not allowed to complain :biglaugh: I think it’s payback)
Now I just gotta figure out how to get these girls to hunt! :pray:
Post by: Roy from Pa on January 31, 2019, 07:58:45 AM
If you took the pictures with a cell phone, most likely the phones camera is set to take huge pictures, and they time out loading here.
Go into the camera settings and choose a much lower picture size and that should work for ya.
Post by: skeaterbait on January 31, 2019, 08:40:33 AM
Post by: goobersan on January 31, 2019, 09:25:07 AM
and welcome to zone defense :help:
Post by: monterey on January 31, 2019, 07:25:34 PM
Congratulations!
Post by: Bvas on January 31, 2019, 07:44:32 PM
Post by: goobersan on January 31, 2019, 09:07:28 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on February 01, 2019, 07:20:05 AM
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Post by: skeaterbait on February 01, 2019, 07:54:24 AM
Looking good and nice offset I-beam, the way it should be.
Thanks.
Post by: kennym on February 01, 2019, 08:03:59 AM
Post by: Shredd on February 01, 2019, 08:58:20 AM
Post by: monterey on February 01, 2019, 09:32:22 AM
Looking good and nice offset I-beam, the way it should be.
Oh! I figured it got out of whack when he glued it up using an old car bumper for a pressure plate. :)
Post by: skeaterbait on February 01, 2019, 09:40:59 AM
Looking good and nice offset I-beam, the way it should be.
Oh! I figured it got out of whack when he glued it up using an old car bumper for a pressure plate. :)
Post by: Garman on February 01, 2019, 10:14:38 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on February 01, 2019, 10:52:03 AM
Post by: BrushWolf on February 01, 2019, 01:37:31 PM
I still have some work to do on the finish but I figured it was close enough to post a pic or two.
Nice good looking stick.
Post by: Bvas on February 01, 2019, 02:02:13 PM
Post by: monterey on February 01, 2019, 02:02:39 PM
Don't go building any railroad tressels Skeat. :)
Post by: Forwardhandle on February 01, 2019, 03:12:32 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 01, 2019, 04:58:34 PM
Got me thinkin of a use for some cocobolo
Post by: Flem on February 03, 2019, 12:28:27 PM
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Whoopie!
Post by: skeaterbait on February 03, 2019, 12:30:47 PM
Post by: Flem on February 03, 2019, 12:36:25 PM
Dang Lig, you have more ambition than I do. About 4-5 inches is all I typically resaw and try not to go that much.Me too, but I have some small logs and slabs that need a bit more height.
Post by: Forwardhandle on February 03, 2019, 04:23:22 PM
Post by: goobersan on February 03, 2019, 05:08:08 PM
Post by: Flem on February 03, 2019, 09:36:01 PM
squared up the bandsaw and sander. Made ASL riser template. Thinkin about this cherry / yellowheart I-beam for the riser.:thumbsup:
Thats a nice looking combo for sure.
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2019, 01:54:09 PM
-5 degrees a few days ago and now it 68 degrees here.
Have the windows open letting the fresh air flow through..
Post by: Bvas on February 04, 2019, 03:24:59 PM
Deer season is over, bring on the warm weather :laughing:
Now I need to get to figuring what I need for bow builds so I can get an order in to Kenny
Post by: kennym on February 04, 2019, 05:07:40 PM
Post by: BrushWolf on February 04, 2019, 05:18:19 PM
It’s all macasser ebony and black phenolic. Got a lot of sanding to do along with limb tips.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on February 04, 2019, 08:26:01 PM
Post by: kennym on February 04, 2019, 09:19:11 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on February 04, 2019, 10:36:11 PM
Post by: Buemaker on February 05, 2019, 08:04:24 AM
BrushWolf is that some kind of Carbon laminate on the back of the limbs without any glass?
Post by: kennym on February 06, 2019, 01:42:45 PM
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Post by: skeaterbait on February 06, 2019, 02:00:14 PM
Post by: Bvas on February 06, 2019, 02:12:30 PM
Nice Kenny. I wish I had room to do that but my saw is on wheels so SWMBO can park in the garage.:biglaugh: I had to look that one up.
I know the feeling. I built a 3.5 car garage and the wife’s car is the only one in it.
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2019, 02:55:34 PM
Post by: Garman on February 06, 2019, 04:10:12 PM
Post by: BrushWolf on February 06, 2019, 04:49:31 PM
Nice work being done all around.
BrushWolf is that some kind of Carbon laminate on the back of the limbs without any glass?
Sure is.
Post by: BrushWolf on February 06, 2019, 04:51:03 PM
Post by: kennym on February 06, 2019, 05:17:35 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on February 06, 2019, 05:39:42 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 06, 2019, 08:57:18 PM
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Roy the cutting is on my end not out there...
Well excuse me all the way to the end of the Mongolian Tulip Patch...
:bigsmyl: :laughing:
Post by: kennym on February 06, 2019, 09:46:27 PM
Post by: Flem on February 07, 2019, 11:31:00 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 07, 2019, 12:49:57 PM
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Post by: kennym on February 07, 2019, 01:37:29 PM
Did ja drill those holes in the guide plate ole boy?
Nope factory... You fletch that crooked arra??
Post by: skeaterbait on February 07, 2019, 01:38:19 PM
Did ja drill those holes in the guide plate ole boy?
Nope factory... You fletch that crooked arra??
That is a representation of paradox.
Post by: BMorv on February 07, 2019, 02:34:26 PM
Did ja drill those holes in the guide plate ole boy?
Nope factory... You fletch that crooked arra??
:). Did the factory have to remind you to tension the blade too?
Sorry Kenny, I'm back on team Roy after the witch face incident. :laugh:
Post by: Crooked Stic on February 07, 2019, 02:58:20 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 07, 2019, 03:26:07 PM
I's ah wunderen, as short as ya is, hows ya gonna reach cross all dat plywood?
Ya gots yerself one of dem little frilly pink steppy stools didn't yah?
You tell him, Mr. Ben...
:laughing: :bigsmyl: :laughing:
Post by: Flem on February 07, 2019, 03:54:41 PM
"That is a representation of paradox"
Seems to be a lot of that around here. ;)
Post by: kennym on February 07, 2019, 04:48:27 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 07, 2019, 06:31:09 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 07, 2019, 06:59:14 PM
Dave.
Post by: kennym on February 07, 2019, 07:14:02 PM
Post by: Buemaker on February 08, 2019, 05:02:35 AM
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Post by: skeaterbait on February 08, 2019, 06:32:51 AM
Workshop this morning after two hours of moving snow. Started at seven so my better half could get out to work. More snow to come to night, if this keep coming I’ll be seeing you all in June. That global warming must have missed our small lot.
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Bue I envy your shop and your snow (yeah, I said it). It seems that here in Missouri we get cold, ice and a teaser of snow occasionally, but we really don't get good snows anymore.
Post by: kennym on February 08, 2019, 11:55:50 AM
I'll take some warm weather now please!! :biglaugh:
Post by: Shredd on February 08, 2019, 12:09:18 PM
Sure smells good around here...
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Post by: skeaterbait on February 08, 2019, 01:52:08 PM
Lonnie, you should be up this way, a couple weeks back we had about 20" snow in around 10 days. Then we had 2 good days and it melted and flooded a bunch, now about 3/8" of ice on everything.
I'll take some warm weather now please!! :biglaugh:
We had a good snow but it was only about 6-8" and as you said, gone in a couple of days.
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2019, 02:13:06 PM
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Post by: Flem on February 08, 2019, 02:20:17 PM
Milling some Southern Red Cedar... Curious as to what kind of veneers I will get out of this...Thats some pretty wood you got there, Shredd
Sure smells good around here...
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2019, 03:59:40 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on February 08, 2019, 09:12:42 PM
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Post by: goobersan on February 08, 2019, 09:32:04 PM
:laughing: :laughing: :wavey:
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Post by: Bvas on February 08, 2019, 09:58:01 PM
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Post by: Buemaker on February 09, 2019, 04:10:37 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 09, 2019, 04:26:01 AM
Thanks guys, you too boobersan.
Post by: Flem on February 09, 2019, 09:19:24 AM
Finished this one the other day, just needs stained and sealed.I'm trying to figure out whats on the shelf thats pissing you off :o
Other than that, your bow has a beautiful profile, a guy could become infatuated with a Bow like that.
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 09, 2019, 09:51:31 AM
Thanks Flem.
Post by: Crooked Stic on February 09, 2019, 09:54:12 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 09, 2019, 10:09:35 AM
Post by: goobersan on February 09, 2019, 10:35:01 AM
Post by: BMorv on February 09, 2019, 10:46:53 AM
Go team Pink!
Post by: kennym on February 09, 2019, 12:27:53 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 09, 2019, 02:47:53 PM
:archer2: :dunno: :campfire:
Post by: kennym on February 10, 2019, 08:07:08 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on February 10, 2019, 08:36:56 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2019, 08:55:20 PM
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Told ya not to ask, but you could figger it out if you look that last pic over...
Ah the last picture? I see now:)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on February 10, 2019, 09:00:52 PM
:biglaugh:
Post by: kennym on February 10, 2019, 09:37:05 PM
Post by: OkKeith on February 10, 2019, 09:47:21 PM
OkKeith
Post by: Garman on February 11, 2019, 10:05:05 AM
clear glass
red grandis
bamboo
walnut taper
clear
Hope to have it come in around 40lbs
I am quite proud that 1/2 my tools are home made, and see to items made from them.
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 11, 2019, 10:47:45 AM
Post by: Garman on February 11, 2019, 10:55:06 AM
Post by: Garman on February 11, 2019, 11:11:09 AM
Please bear with me having pic issues
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 11, 2019, 11:21:33 AM
That should fix ya up.
Post by: goobersan on February 11, 2019, 12:07:54 PM
Post by: Garman on February 11, 2019, 12:16:49 PM
You can also send them to your email and resize/upload from there. That's what I typically do when i'm homeI thought I did that I will have to piddle more with some of this.
Post by: Bvas on February 11, 2019, 08:08:39 PM
Then washed them down with a little home brew.
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Post by: kennym on February 11, 2019, 08:32:09 PM
I glued up a bocote/bocote with red elm core bow blank I need to get out. 64" modified. Gonna be nice...
Post by: goobersan on February 11, 2019, 08:36:11 PM
Porter out stout ?
Post by: skeaterbait on February 11, 2019, 08:40:12 PM
Post by: Bvas on February 11, 2019, 08:58:37 PM
Post by: BrushWolf on February 11, 2019, 10:07:01 PM
Now that looks yummy.
It was nasty outside for sure today but managed to get my new blind bow ready for finish.
Post by: Shredd on February 11, 2019, 10:27:37 PM
Raspberry mead
Your killin' me... Sounds Tasty...
A few years back I was too young to buy it so I figure I would make it... I made a few batches and about half were tasty and the rest tasted like crap... After a while i figured I would get straight to the point and skip the quality BS... I invented a direct method of achieving a potent and staggering result... I invented Chit Wine... A secret recipe of raisins, sugar, yeast and water... *After I got done stringing my bow... I would wait for a very cold winter day... I would take this fermented concoction of Chit Wine and put it in a beer keg with copper tubing coming from it and light a fire under it... I think you all know the rest of the story... That was some high octane chit...
* Had to put that in there so this post doesn't get taken off the forum... ;) :laugh:
Post by: monterey on February 11, 2019, 11:18:18 PM
Post by: ztontonz on February 15, 2019, 02:50:07 AM
Finally got around calibrating some proper super lams. Had to rebuild a sled all over again to get the tapper I was aiming for (0,005 and 0,003 at the other end ).
Everything going well I should be able to glue all this up this weekend.
Post by: Crooked Stic on February 15, 2019, 09:33:00 AM
Post by: Wolftrail on February 15, 2019, 10:02:56 AM
Lonnie, you should be up this way, a couple weeks back we had about 20" snow in around 10 days. Then we had 2 good days and it melted and flooded a bunch, now about 3/8" of ice on everything.:tongue:
I'll take some warm weather now please!! :biglaugh:
We had 22" in about 36 hours. :tongue: this is not a race to see who got more or when I just cant shovel due to health issues. I watch other family members shovel, feeling guilty.
Great meal by the way Bvas.
Post by: ztontonz on February 15, 2019, 10:36:27 AM
Sounds neat. Like to see how you build the sled.As I did like the first time but used two pieces of thicker marine plywood (15mm) 2” wide and I glued shims in between (thickness gauge) every 4” with cyano. I can post a picture later.
Post by: ztontonz on February 17, 2019, 02:05:38 PM
Post by: Garman on February 17, 2019, 02:36:08 PM
Post by: Shredd on February 17, 2019, 04:30:36 PM
I am pushing the limits of my bow design today... I am working on the riser for a Target/3-D Reflex/Deflex bow... I am gonna make the limbs longer than my standard 64" ntn bow... Shooting for 66" to 68" ntn... The riser is 21" and tried to keep the ramps as short as possible for extra weight but hopefully will still fit in the form... (Having a topless form would be good right about now).. I am using Jatoba for the riser wood... Man that stuff is like working with a rock... Hard, Dense and Brittle... I am entertaining the idea of making some ornaments out of lead that can be screwed on to the back of the riser to add weight as stabilizers... Shooting to come in around 37# draw...
I guess the way to go would be to make a three piece take down to get a heavy riser...
Post by: kennym on February 17, 2019, 04:40:28 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 17, 2019, 05:08:02 PM
Made a trilam for a buddy and this is his first shot with it.
He wanted to see it before I stained and sealed it.
He loved it.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/rjNOCvAWtA0
Post by: skeaterbait on February 17, 2019, 05:16:51 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 17, 2019, 05:16:53 PM
He shot the bow too.
Scot50275, he goes by.
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Post by: skeaterbait on February 17, 2019, 05:18:09 PM
Post by: Flem on February 17, 2019, 05:19:32 PM
That one has a beautiful profile, and I don't mean the dude drawing it!
Though I'm sure he's O.K.
Post by: Shredd on February 17, 2019, 05:24:03 PM
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Post by: scot52075 on February 20, 2019, 06:24:29 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 20, 2019, 06:32:24 PM
Good to see ya here.
Post by: Buemaker on February 21, 2019, 07:04:54 AM
Arrived safely, thanks. :)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on February 21, 2019, 07:11:43 AM
You make rugs too?
Post by: goobersan on February 21, 2019, 07:44:41 AM
Post by: Buemaker on February 21, 2019, 08:02:15 AM
Too complicated for me, I stick to wood.
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 21, 2019, 08:14:32 AM
Post by: kennym on February 21, 2019, 08:55:49 AM
Rugs look way harder than bows to me!
Post by: Garman on February 21, 2019, 09:47:08 AM
Post by: Flem on February 21, 2019, 10:11:51 AM
There was a gentleman that used to live across from my parents, he was 90+ years old, I would come home 2-3am in the morning from running my coon hounds and he would be up working on his loom I swear the guy never slept. He made grandfather clocks, rugs, candy, about anything you could dream of he did.
Habits born from long winters no doubt.
Post by: Garman on February 21, 2019, 10:37:01 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 21, 2019, 11:04:18 AM
Kenny's birthday is coming up and I wanna get him something he will use:)
Post by: kennym on February 21, 2019, 11:52:57 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on February 23, 2019, 06:54:10 PM
Where ya get the scale with a smiley face?
Post by: Crooked Stic on February 23, 2019, 09:33:57 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 24, 2019, 02:48:42 AM
I have the same one:)
Post by: skeaterbait on February 24, 2019, 05:45:47 AM
Post by: wood carver 2 on February 24, 2019, 08:02:56 AM
Dave.
Post by: monterey on February 24, 2019, 01:34:16 PM
Ready to lose the luggage scale! :)
Post by: goobersan on February 24, 2019, 01:54:00 PM
Post by: JWheel on February 24, 2019, 03:02:53 PM
got this one on amazon...it does indeed hold the measurement after a couple seconds of play time
Post by: kennym on February 24, 2019, 05:42:44 PM
Post by: Buemaker on February 24, 2019, 06:05:39 PM
http://www.lancasterarchery.com/x-spot-digital-portable-hanging-bow-scale.html?cmp=cel&trigger=ac
Post by: Bvas on February 24, 2019, 06:45:16 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on February 24, 2019, 07:00:36 PM
Post by: monterey on February 25, 2019, 11:31:03 AM
Post by: Flem on February 26, 2019, 03:59:33 PM
Damn, I sound like a whinner!
Post by: Garman on February 27, 2019, 07:47:24 PM
42lbs@28
65 1/2"
Whitetail antler tip overlays
Clear glass, red grandis, bamboo core, walnut taper, green glass
Riser is red grandis, Osage, black walnut
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Post by: Roy from Pa on February 27, 2019, 07:55:45 PM
Post by: Buemaker on February 28, 2019, 04:17:28 AM
Post by: Garman on February 28, 2019, 05:00:41 PM
Where is the bow? ;)No doubt alot of junk there.lol
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Post by: kennym on March 04, 2019, 07:58:29 PM
I made some angle cut pink lady spectra lams today !!
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 04, 2019, 08:02:29 PM
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I made some angle cut pink lady spectra lams today !!
Better not be the one coming here:)
Post by: Shredd on March 04, 2019, 10:56:28 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 05, 2019, 02:35:51 PM
:laughing:
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Post by: skeaterbait on March 08, 2019, 05:54:52 PM
After all that, it came in lighter than planned so it became a 58” bow instead of 60” to regain some weight. To top it all off it had to settle for the bottom end of a rattle can of finish. This may have to be my PLF model (Poor Little Fella).
But not all is lost since it was really a test run of the new form I made a while back. At the end of the day it lives and actually shoots pretty nice. I am not completely sold on the tiller but considering its hard luck story, it is what it is. Draw weight is around 33-35# at 28”, I still need to put it on the draw board and find out exactly.
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Post by: skeaterbait on March 08, 2019, 05:56:32 PM
Post by: Flem on March 08, 2019, 06:05:19 PM
You could always gift it to somebody if you don't keep it. There's someone, somewhere who would be tickled to have it.
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 08, 2019, 06:05:23 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on March 08, 2019, 06:12:51 PM
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Post by: skeaterbait on March 08, 2019, 07:14:36 PM
Post by: Bvas on March 08, 2019, 07:24:55 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 08, 2019, 07:36:23 PM
Lonnie, after reading everything you went thru on that build........I’m more prone to call ya a magician than a bowyer :biglaugh:
Well I sure enough can make money disappear. :biglaugh:
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 08, 2019, 07:49:04 PM
Ya I hope ya do too someday, Lonnie:)
Post by: goobersan on March 08, 2019, 08:10:48 PM
Actually I like it alot. Kuddos for not giving up :thumbsup:
Post by: Bvas on March 08, 2019, 08:44:22 PM
Thanks guys. I hope someday to be considered a real bowyer.Dang Roy. I’m beginning to think those lightning strikes were meant for you, but keep missing and hittin your bows. :wavey:
Ya I hope ya do too someday, Lonnie:)
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 08, 2019, 08:48:11 PM
:laughing:
Post by: Bvas on March 08, 2019, 08:50:20 PM
Just messen wif horn hat:)Ya better be careful. Ya mess with the horn, ya get the bull. Or something like that :laughing:
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Post by: skeaterbait on March 08, 2019, 09:01:45 PM
Just messen wif horn hat:)Ya better be careful. Ya mess with the horn, ya get the bull. Or something like that :laughing:
:laughing:
Most of the bull you get from me is followed by another word
Post by: goobersan on March 08, 2019, 11:32:17 PM
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Post by: kennym on March 09, 2019, 04:05:46 PM
Then put new line on a couple crappie rods...
Post by: Bvas on March 09, 2019, 04:12:46 PM
How y’all pernounce it. Craw pee or crap ee? :dunno:
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 09, 2019, 04:30:50 PM
Post by: Bvas on March 09, 2019, 04:31:55 PM
crap eeThan craw pee must be right :laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 09, 2019, 04:47:16 PM
Post by: Flem on March 09, 2019, 04:54:52 PM
Ahh! Typo, took me awhile to figure that one out. All the regional lingo slinging got me discombobulated
Post by: kennym on March 09, 2019, 05:55:04 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 10, 2019, 02:05:03 PM
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Found a few pieces of black ebony the other day too:)
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Post by: BMorv on March 10, 2019, 02:33:09 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 10, 2019, 05:03:11 PM
You just need to make the belly lam a little thicker to compensate for the cedar.
I cut those lams out of a cedar stave I had laying around the shop.
Looks like it's time to change the tablecloth on the workbench:)
Shop sure smells good:)
Post by: Flem on March 10, 2019, 08:04:05 PM
Never used eastern red, sapwood is ok to use?
Post by: BMorv on March 10, 2019, 08:51:03 PM
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Post by: Flem on March 10, 2019, 09:09:07 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 10, 2019, 09:24:26 PM
I'm not gonna say nuffen:)
Post by: wood carver 2 on March 10, 2019, 09:28:37 PM
Dave.
Post by: goobersan on March 10, 2019, 09:29:45 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 11, 2019, 04:31:44 AM
Unless I can get a straight 36 inch section out of it.
You could use cedar for a belly lam I would guess, never done it though.
Maybe bowjunkie will chime in here.
I know self bows have been made from cedar staves.
Post by: BMorv on March 11, 2019, 09:20:56 AM
None split quarter sawn wood doesn't necessarily follow the grain even though the growth rings look nice and parallel.
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 11, 2019, 09:26:34 AM
Just depends on the tree is all.
But the less quality lams can be used for core lams.
An osage, osage, boo trilam is a sweet shooter...
Post by: kennym on March 12, 2019, 06:45:42 PM
Post by: Flem on March 12, 2019, 06:48:23 PM
Had a company call me and offer a hell of a job opp, so I went and talked to the man today. I about have to take them up on it...
Do tell?
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2019, 06:49:18 PM
:thumbsup:
Post by: skeaterbait on March 12, 2019, 06:50:07 PM
Had a company call me and offer a hell of a job opp, so I went and talked to the man today. I about have to take them up on it...
If'n it wuz thuh gubmint donte fall fer it, it's a trap.
Post by: kennym on March 12, 2019, 06:55:38 PM
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Post by: Bvas on March 12, 2019, 07:32:39 PM
Way more of both ...
Wish ya the best bud, whatever ya decide.
Just hope it doesn’t mean closing the wood shop :saywhat: :pray:
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Post by: Forwardhandle on March 12, 2019, 07:47:54 PM
Well hopefully it’s more money and less work....and has benefits. Congrats !
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 12, 2019, 07:51:37 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 13, 2019, 01:09:30 PM
Post by: Bvas on March 13, 2019, 01:16:03 PM
Thats a handsome mount you got there. Any idea how old he was?Only have trail cam pics of him this year and last year. But I’d say either 4.5 or 5.5.
Post by: Flem on March 14, 2019, 02:10:34 PM
Got some African Mahogany, Osage slats, Purple Heart, and I don't even remember what the wide plank is!
Thought it might be Cherry, but its not. Its hard and heavy. Something tropical maybe. Going to have to run it through the planer. The Mahogany has beautiful ribbon graining, never used it for lams. Anybody ever made a bow out of it?
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Post by: Flem on March 14, 2019, 02:42:06 PM
Got a buddy who calls me Elly May Clampett.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 14, 2019, 05:18:24 PM
I've been there many times and I know how empty you feel at this time.
Post by: kennym on March 14, 2019, 06:06:29 PM
Post by: Bvas on March 14, 2019, 06:59:45 PM
Post by: Shredd on March 14, 2019, 08:26:59 PM
Thanks guys. Sorry to bring the mood down. I'm not on social media or anything like that, just felt I needed a little support from some people who probably understand what I'm going through. You try and prepare yourself for this, but you are never ready to let go. He was a special friend. Gonna miss you buddy.
Just to reassure you... You picked the right place... We are all feeling for you Bro... I and most of us know how hard it is to lose your best friend...
Post by: goobersan on March 14, 2019, 08:35:03 PM
Feel your pain Ben, you certainly have friends to count on here
Post by: 4 point on March 14, 2019, 09:08:16 PM
Post by: BMorv on March 15, 2019, 09:38:24 AM
I feel much better today. One day removed from the loss and I can focus a little more on the life he had and how he made the lives of the people around him better, mine especially. Jack was the 1st dog I owned, and even a day after the loss, I can say that it's worth going through this. Dogs are great and they can teach us a lot about how we should treat the people in our lives.
Can't say enough how much I appreciate it. Yes, he was just a "dog", but if you've had that special relationship with a pet you understand what they bring to your life.
Thanks again.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 15, 2019, 09:48:55 AM
My late bird dog and a bird on my other shoulder, LOL.
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My fishing buddy:)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 15, 2019, 10:02:48 AM
And the new puppy a year ago.
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Have had dogs ever since I was a kid and I'll never be without a dog.
Post by: BMorv on March 15, 2019, 10:40:59 AM
Little dude could fly....this was about 2 years ago
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Post by: Pat B on March 15, 2019, 11:29:33 AM
The cat(Lawrence) helped raise everyone of the dogs. He was the boss and liver 25 years.
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 15, 2019, 11:39:01 AM
Post by: Kopper1013 on March 16, 2019, 09:44:07 AM
Sorry for your loss it will get easier
Post by: knuklhed on March 16, 2019, 09:58:38 AM
Post by: kennym on March 17, 2019, 02:11:01 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 17, 2019, 02:15:40 PM
:wavey:
Post by: kennym on March 17, 2019, 03:48:55 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 17, 2019, 09:02:49 PM
I also picked up some materials from KennyM who was kind enough to drive 20 or 30 minutes (a special trip mind you) to meet me and let me save on shipping. There just ain't enough good things to be said about him.
Post by: Bvas on March 17, 2019, 09:37:34 PM
Couldn’t agree more Lonnie!!
I doubt Kenny would meet me halfway to save shipping :laughing: But I will say every order I’ve received has exceeded my expectations.
Post by: monterey on March 17, 2019, 11:40:43 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2019, 04:18:01 AM
I shot a 30 target trad only 3D yesterday too.
My hip did good but after 20 targets I was limping like ole Festus. LOL
Cool on Kenny's delivery.
Can't think of a better dude than ole pap pap.
Post by: Crooked Stic on March 18, 2019, 08:06:41 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 18, 2019, 11:51:49 AM
String got caught behind the corner of the frame.
That was exciting...
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Post by: Flem on March 23, 2019, 11:10:48 AM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on March 23, 2019, 01:21:36 PM
I got another under pressure. An Osage riser with stringy bubinga veneers
. Gonna be another two piece.
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Post by: Flem on March 24, 2019, 03:47:18 PM
Mr. Stic, that going to be a looker :thumbsup:
Whats that big, massive structure underneath your blank?
:laughing:
Post by: Crooked Stic on March 24, 2019, 05:58:24 PM
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Post by: Flem on March 24, 2019, 06:46:47 PM
You talking about my purple pole vise stand? With a Cummins KV-12 damper base. :bigsmyl:
Just noticed the purple thing, I'm surprised its heavy enough :laughing:
Post by: Crooked Stic on March 24, 2019, 07:37:46 PM
Yeah pretty heavy. Thats the form under the bow there just still got tape and plastic wrap hanging on it.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 27, 2019, 11:44:01 AM
Wished we lived closer together....
Pearly boy coming over?
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Post by: skeaterbait on March 27, 2019, 02:52:51 PM
Post by: BMorv on March 27, 2019, 04:01:20 PM
I like the yellow on this bow Mike. Is that osage?
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Post by: scrub-buster on March 28, 2019, 07:07:23 AM
Sounds like a great time, Clint.
Wished we lived closer together....
Pearly boy coming over?
Yes. I'll give him a thumpin' for you if you want.
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 28, 2019, 07:09:44 AM
:bigsmyl:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 28, 2019, 08:12:43 AM
Sigh..
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Post by: Bvas on March 28, 2019, 05:17:23 PM
C’mon, did ya see the full draw pic Skeater posted :o
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I’m not makin fun of the horn hat anymore.
C’mon, did ya see the full draw pic Skeater posted
Yup I almost went blind from the bright light:)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on March 28, 2019, 05:58:23 PM
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It's a solar panel boys, gets me all charged up for the Mrs.
Why, so ya can out run her when she is pissed??:)
Post by: skeaterbait on March 28, 2019, 07:58:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2019, 01:01:36 PM
Yeah, I kinda put that out there for Roy, it's been quiet around here since Kenny got a job.
LOL , sorry guys, I'll try to get back to stirring things up as soon as I get used to this dang workin stuff again.
Bout killed me the first week , but week number two wasn't as number two...
Post by: Crooked Stic on March 29, 2019, 01:31:45 PM
Got another apart.
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Post by: kennym on March 29, 2019, 04:31:53 PM
Is that WMTHHG?
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Post by: TradBowyer on March 29, 2019, 05:00:14 PM
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Post by: skeaterbait on March 29, 2019, 05:26:23 PM
WOMAN MARRIED TO HORNY HAT GUY !!
Yeah but she calls me a dirty old man.
Post by: Flem on March 29, 2019, 06:07:18 PM
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I also discovered why my trade bow came out so much weaker than expected. The plank on the far right, that I thought was Walnut, isn't. It's Butternut! Rookie move :banghead:
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2019, 06:15:07 PM
:laughing: :wavey:
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2019, 07:29:15 PM
I glued up a nice bow blank for a wedding gift , grenadillo riser with osage accent curves, cherry veneers, and red elm cores. Also had to make a run to town to get my gal a birthday present .
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2019, 07:38:30 PM
Post by: Flem on March 29, 2019, 07:44:38 PM
That is nice walnut Roy! Would look good under clear gla… oh yeah, I fergot… Never mind...
I glued up a nice bow blank for a wedding gift , grenadillo riser with osage accent curves, cherry veneers, and red elm cores. Also had to make a run to town to get my gal a birthday present .
Roy, do I need to gift you some Walnut? :wavey:
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2019, 07:54:39 PM
But thanks for the offer.
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2019, 08:03:14 PM
Post by: Flem on March 29, 2019, 08:10:00 PM
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2019, 08:19:07 PM
Post by: Flem on March 29, 2019, 08:21:25 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 29, 2019, 08:42:32 PM
So this is special walnut?
Hmm, lemme think now...
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2019, 08:51:26 PM
Post by: Bvas on March 29, 2019, 08:55:08 PM
Man I have too much walnut now !! I love the look of it but it’s not used a lot in glass bow builds I guess...Depends on who you talk to :goldtooth:
Love using it for lams and riser accents.
Post by: kennym on March 29, 2019, 09:49:06 PM
I have one of the original test bows that I killed a lot of critters with and it was all walnut lams and black glass which I promptly painted with flat black and gray.
Post by: Bvas on March 29, 2019, 10:20:04 PM
Maybe I should say as a general rule. There’s a few odd dudes who like it. ;)I’ve been called worse :laughing:
I think more guys would like it if they gave it a try. I like mixing it with other woods in the lam stack. I think walnut gives a softer feel with no loss in performance. Also love the contrast in color on the limb edges when mixed with light wood like maple.
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2019, 04:25:27 AM
:laughing:
Post by: kennym on March 30, 2019, 06:39:16 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2019, 06:51:36 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on March 30, 2019, 08:06:07 AM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 09:29:37 AM
Sigh!
Post by: kennym on March 30, 2019, 10:10:02 AM
Post by: buddyb on March 30, 2019, 10:19:18 AM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 11:04:26 AM
Canary wood ain't half bad.
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Post by: Flem on March 30, 2019, 11:13:39 AM
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Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 11:26:42 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 30, 2019, 01:11:11 PM
But ya gotta make it fun.
Print out a picture of yourself and let her shoot at that..
Hell, send me one too. >>>----------->
:laughing:
Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 01:57:36 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 02:01:24 PM
Which brings the next question; I dropped the temp in the oven from 165° (where I baked the bow) to 150°, is that enough or should I lower it more?
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Post by: Buemaker on March 30, 2019, 02:15:18 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 02:21:50 PM
Post by: kennym on March 30, 2019, 04:19:47 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 05:17:49 PM
Even if she don’t shoot it much , chicks dig men who make weaponry ... ;)
I wish I would have known that when I was single. I have guns, knives, hawks, axe's, bows, sticks, rocks....
Post by: Crooked Stic on March 30, 2019, 07:00:24 PM
Post by: Bvas on March 30, 2019, 08:04:09 PM
Why’d ya have to cut it short?
Post by: skeaterbait on March 30, 2019, 08:29:56 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 31, 2019, 02:03:55 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 31, 2019, 02:06:04 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2019, 02:30:23 PM
Post by: ztontonz on March 31, 2019, 03:16:44 PM
I like it :bigsmyl:
Post by: goobersan on March 31, 2019, 03:58:08 PM
Post by: JWheel on March 31, 2019, 04:22:27 PM
Post by: skeaterbait on March 31, 2019, 04:33:12 PM
Bear in mind that with the 12" on the butt end I cut some off because my tip wedge was about where I wanted it. This gave me about 8" of butt end parallel that went on the form, which happened to be right at the end of my riser so it worked out ok.
Next time I will start with a thicker lam to grind. :thumbsup:
Yeah, I know, way more story than you asked for. :biglaugh:
Post by: JWheel on March 31, 2019, 05:40:11 PM
Post by: Flem on March 31, 2019, 07:23:07 PM
Last night I finally had everything ready to spray finish on the bow. Got 2 coats on it. Today after sanding it with 1000 grit I sprayed 2 more coatsLooks sharp! :thumbsup:
I like it :bigsmyl:
Post by: Bvas on March 31, 2019, 08:47:37 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on March 31, 2019, 08:56:39 PM
:thumbsup:
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 01, 2019, 08:16:29 AM
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Post by: Flem on April 02, 2019, 09:34:55 PM
I got to say, your a thrill seeker doing that in the kids playroom :scared:
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 02, 2019, 09:41:20 PM
Post by: JWheel on April 02, 2019, 10:50:23 PM
Looks good :thumbsup:
I got to say, your a thrill seeker doing that in the kids playroom :scared:
HAHAHA!...Ya they've been harassing me to get the garage cleaned up so they can play :big laugh:
Thanks for the advice Stic...I think I will thin out the fades a little. One of my other attempts failed (delaminated) on the riser side of the fade...probably due to too much pivot at the stiff fade when worked.
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 03, 2019, 05:49:46 AM
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Post by: Buemaker on April 03, 2019, 04:29:36 PM
To night I finally took them to the jointer and nature’s beauty came shining out. The two 2x4 in the middle is Cocobolo and one of them is outstanding I think. The one laying crosswise I know is Bocote, the two on the sides I bought many years ago as a Rosewood, but they look more like Bocote, don’t you think?
I guess I have to use them now.
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Post by: Flem on April 03, 2019, 04:42:20 PM
That Cocobolo sells for $46.BF here locally :o
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 03, 2019, 04:59:03 PM
I got a hurry up finish on this to go to Tradfest. 62 54@28.
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Post by: Buemaker on April 03, 2019, 05:11:09 PM
Post by: Flem on April 03, 2019, 05:39:13 PM
Very happy, never been able to slice so thin before. I promptly ordered some 10mm acme rod w/nuts and a heavy spring.
Post by: JWheel on April 03, 2019, 08:06:44 PM
I got the topless form laced up today. I used 1/2" oak dowel and 550 paracord...seemed to work great with 50-60psi...didnt hear any cracking during hose inflation so there she sits drying....
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Post by: Pat B on April 03, 2019, 08:38:04 PM
Post by: Flem on April 03, 2019, 09:00:43 PM
Hey, Flem, is that a bicycle powered band saw? :laughing:
I wish, it would probably have more power!
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 03, 2019, 09:06:02 PM
I fuggered Flem for a 3 wheel bicycle at his ripe ole age:)
:laughing:
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 03, 2019, 10:00:15 PM
Post by: Flem on April 03, 2019, 10:41:05 PM
That's the longest tension rod I ever did see:)
I fuggered Flem for a 3 wheel bicycle at his ripe ole age:)
:laughing:
I saved my training wheels ;)
My tensioner also seized awhile back. Jet wanted to sell me the whole new thing slider and all. Got some grade 8 all thread and grade 8 square nut. then tapped out a piece of phenolic for a turning knob. $10 V. $40.
I heard that! No way was I going to spend $50 for a rod, nut and hand wheel.
Post by: kennym on April 04, 2019, 07:33:54 AM
My tensioner also seized awhile back. Jet wanted to sell me the whole new thing slider and all. Got some grade 8 all thread and grade 8 square nut. then tapped out a piece of phenolic for a turning knob. $10 V. $40.
And here I thought I was a miser... LOL
Post by: kennym on April 04, 2019, 07:34:33 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 04, 2019, 07:50:41 AM
Nothing like having all the big boy tools...
I heard stickypops squeaks when he walks:)
Post by: kennym on April 04, 2019, 07:53:27 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 04, 2019, 08:04:35 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 04, 2019, 10:46:44 AM
:laughing:
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Still looking :help:
Post by: monterey on April 04, 2019, 01:54:51 PM
Needing an oil can :laughing:
Well, this guy with his one singular tool is obviously a self bow guy. Roy is a tri lam guy and uses an ax and a skilsaw and draws his electrical supply directly from nature.
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 04, 2019, 02:05:13 PM
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Post by: skeaterbait on April 05, 2019, 09:34:46 AM
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Post by: ztontonz on April 05, 2019, 01:05:00 PM
Is that carbon on the nock?
Post by: JWheel on April 05, 2019, 01:07:53 PM
Post by: JWheel on April 05, 2019, 01:13:50 PM
Thanks for the experienced advice to thin out the fades...I think it helped the glue lines in the end...And I really dig the center pin idea...no fuss with the stack shifting all over Sam Hill :goldtooth:
Post by: skeaterbait on April 05, 2019, 01:22:05 PM
Very nice indeed Skeater
Is that carbon on the nock?
Thanks guys. No, it's phenolic. I keep spraying the end but it keeps getting that milky white to it. I may need more sanding time.
Post by: skeaterbait on April 05, 2019, 01:23:33 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 05, 2019, 03:29:56 PM
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Post by: JWheel on April 05, 2019, 03:46:40 PM
Post by: JWheel on April 05, 2019, 03:48:52 PM
Good idea with the center pin.
Thanks Bue...I'll likely stick to that method for every bow I make from now on :bigsmyl:
Post by: ztontonz on April 05, 2019, 04:49:05 PM
I will be using a pin for sure for my next bow. The last one had the 2 super lams shifting to one side about 1” (and of course I only noticed that after glue up :knothead:)
What do you have in your stack? How much taper for these curves?
Post by: Bvas on April 05, 2019, 05:13:10 PM
Post by: Flem on April 05, 2019, 06:33:05 PM
Nothing cheap looking about that blank, Jeff :thumbsup:
Post by: JWheel on April 06, 2019, 01:04:05 AM
Post by: monterey on April 06, 2019, 02:13:54 PM
Post by: Buemaker on April 06, 2019, 02:16:00 PM
Post by: kennym on April 06, 2019, 02:22:07 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on April 06, 2019, 02:36:59 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 06, 2019, 04:46:14 PM
Post by: JWheel on April 06, 2019, 07:44:22 PM
Jeff that looks interesting.
what part, the form or the weird riser :biglaugh: :big laugh: I had to add wood to an old riser to get it to fit the form...hence the strange design :goldtooth:
Post by: Eric Krewson on April 07, 2019, 09:28:43 AM
I like an occasional seemingly hopeless project to fool with.
Unstrung with string follow and after reflexing and toasting;
Post by: Flem on April 07, 2019, 10:07:38 AM
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Post by: Bvas on April 07, 2019, 01:48:54 PM
I thought it was braced!!
Post by: Flem on April 07, 2019, 03:03:45 PM
Post by: Pat B on April 07, 2019, 06:47:28 PM
Post by: 4 point on April 07, 2019, 11:18:34 PM
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Post by: Flem on April 07, 2019, 11:31:52 PM
Is it native to South Dakota?
Post by: 4 point on April 07, 2019, 11:41:46 PM
Post by: ztontonz on April 09, 2019, 10:39:32 AM
Post by: goobersan on April 09, 2019, 01:26:25 PM
Post by: Buemaker on April 09, 2019, 04:51:48 PM
Kingwood looks good.
Post by: Pat B on April 09, 2019, 11:01:46 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on April 13, 2019, 12:13:18 PM
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Post by: JWheel on April 13, 2019, 05:30:50 PM
I got knock groves filed in and tried to brace this bow after the tiller tree, which went fine, and my string wont stay on the belly side. What I mean is, the limb twists sideways and the string jumps around to the back of the bow. I had this problem once before and ended up cutting the riser out (I think this riser come to think of it). Anyway...I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem and if there is a cure besides the bandsaw...hahaha
My thumb is for size reference...
Post by: Forwardhandle on April 13, 2019, 05:36:35 PM
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Post by: ztontonz on April 13, 2019, 06:15:55 PM
Post by: Bvas on April 13, 2019, 06:18:55 PM
You might also want to try giving more angle to the string grooveExactly what I was thinking. I do open grooves on mine from 90 degrees to 30-35 degrees.
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Post by: Bvas on April 13, 2019, 10:10:18 PM
Don’t want ya to cut the string on the first shot ;)
Post by: TradBowyer on April 13, 2019, 10:26:40 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 14, 2019, 08:38:27 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2019, 09:33:29 AM
Post by: Bvas on April 14, 2019, 09:40:45 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2019, 10:14:04 AM
Cutting them down the side of the limb tips doesn't seem to be useful to me.
Just cutting the back allows the string to ride where it wants to along the side.
Post by: ztontonz on April 14, 2019, 11:13:51 AM
Actually Brad, I've only been cutting the string groove across the back of the tip overlay for a couple years now.
Cutting them down the side of the limb tips doesn't seem to be useful to me.
Just cutting the back allows the string to ride where it wants to along the side.
Hmmm, sounds very interesting. Would you have a picture showing that? Are you still profiling the side to avoid to much friction?
Post by: Bvas on April 14, 2019, 12:03:31 PM
Sam, that’s how I was thinking. File the top groove and make the belly side slightly narrower.
Post by: JWheel on April 14, 2019, 12:43:33 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 14, 2019, 12:49:02 PM
Post by: ztontonz on April 14, 2019, 04:30:45 PM
Sam, that’s how I was thinking. File the top groove and make the belly side slightly narrower.
Thanks, that’s what I was thinking. I will probably try that on ghe next bow
Post by: skeaterbait on April 14, 2019, 05:29:51 PM
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Post by: kennym on April 14, 2019, 06:30:20 PM
And your bows are getting better each time, they look real good...
Other option if flat black spray paint... LOL I have a couple of those!!
Post by: Bvas on April 14, 2019, 06:33:31 PM
Looking good Lonnie :thumbsup:
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 14, 2019, 06:44:51 PM
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Post by: Bvas on April 14, 2019, 07:03:20 PM
So I’m gonna assume you hand sanded the lams after scarfing together. A lot of the time, edges get sanded more than the center when hand sanding. This creates a center ridge on the lams so no light shines thru, but glue lines appear larger on edges.
But I agree with the others.....those lines aren’t bad.
Post by: Bvas on April 14, 2019, 07:06:12 PM
And still waiting on pics of your top only grooves Roy :)
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Post by: Crooked Stic on April 14, 2019, 08:50:10 PM
Lonnie I see nothing wrong with those glue lines. On my scarf joints I have a short piece of phenolic maybe 12 in. at the center I have two layers of masking tape. I the run the scarfed lam thru the drum sander with the scarf joint over the masking tape The tape will give about 6-8 thousands . Go slow until the joint is cleaned up on both sides. Have had better glue lines now.
Post by: kennym on April 14, 2019, 09:34:49 PM
Post by: JWheel on April 14, 2019, 11:53:42 PM
Lonnie, I see one of the thicker glue joints starts right off your scarf(which is super tight :thumbsup:).
So I’m gonna assume you hand sanded the lams after scarfing together. A lot of the time, edges get sanded more than the center when hand sanding. This creates a center ridge on the lams so no light shines thru, but glue lines appear larger on edges.
But I agree with the others.....those lines aren’t bad.
Agreed....my bows glue lines tend to get tighter towards the middle and look good once the bow has been shaped...once you get it shaped up i'll bet those visible lines get less noticeable....BTW looks great to me! I have a Bear Magnum that has glue lines on the riser like that ;)
Post by: ztontonz on April 15, 2019, 01:54:53 AM
Ok maybe this is the right thread for the bow Kenny asked me to post.
That looks really sharp Roy! Is that a glass bow?
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 15, 2019, 04:04:59 AM
Post by: ztontonz on April 15, 2019, 07:18:48 AM
Sam, I posted the picture for Kenny and yes it is glass.
Thank you
Post by: goobersan on April 15, 2019, 07:24:01 AM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on April 17, 2019, 07:43:42 AM
Post by: goobersan on April 17, 2019, 09:07:22 AM
2-fletch with helical ? Like to see those fly
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 17, 2019, 09:35:07 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 20, 2019, 12:56:44 PM
Post by: goobersan on April 20, 2019, 02:48:21 PM
Looks great Mike :thumbsup:
Post by: skeaterbait on April 20, 2019, 09:50:04 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 21, 2019, 07:48:36 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2019, 02:52:39 PM
Just trying to stir up dirt from the bottom!
I've turned over a new leaf in 2019, trying to be nice to old folks.
:laughing:
Post by: Crooked Stic on April 21, 2019, 03:42:20 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 21, 2019, 05:55:13 PM
Extra strength stuff.
Post by: Flem on April 22, 2019, 06:23:07 PM
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Smooth and powerful. Roy suggested I silver braze the handle nut to the rod. Good advice, it might as well be welded on. I've got a spare heavy duty spring if anybody needs one.
Post by: goobersan on April 22, 2019, 06:42:34 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on April 22, 2019, 07:09:04 PM
:thumbsup:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 27, 2019, 08:13:23 PM
And that's why I only shoot 3 arrows at a time.
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Post by: 4 point on April 28, 2019, 09:46:19 PM
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Post by: Bvas on April 28, 2019, 10:31:44 PM
The riser is a piece of a Black Walnut log I got from a friend last summer with some canary wood. The log has some beautiful crotch wood in it but it has a crack rite in the middle of the nicest part, still thinking on how to save it.
Run your belly glass thru the riser. Then you can use the crotcheood as a grip overlay. Then it is no structural for the most part.
Post by: kennym on April 29, 2019, 08:11:02 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 29, 2019, 12:32:03 PM
:laughing:
:wavey:
Post by: Flem on April 29, 2019, 12:39:33 PM
Is that the same cedar you see growing along the hiways and fence rows? Most have an abundance of limbs.
I wish! This is what grows on the side of the road out here in the nether regions;
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 29, 2019, 12:51:36 PM
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Post by: 4 point on April 29, 2019, 02:05:58 PM
Flem, Is that sage brush or salt cedar? Also is that the crazies in the back ground?
Post by: goobersan on April 29, 2019, 02:13:46 PM
What's that ??
Post by: Flem on April 29, 2019, 03:11:40 PM
Josh, I don't know what that stick is. Does not look like any measuring or property marker that I'm familiar with.
Post by: monterey on April 29, 2019, 03:36:43 PM
They say there are three distinct species of juniper in the Colorado Rockies. Don't think I could tell them apart.
We have a pygmy sage that grows on the dry flats at about 9000'. Only gets about 8 inches tall. When you walk on it it seems to be the strongest smelling of all the sages.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on April 29, 2019, 09:01:15 PM
He wuz ah pole vaulten high jumper in Hi-School.....
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Post by: Flem on April 29, 2019, 09:09:36 PM
That's Flems fancy pole.
He wuz ah pole vaulten high jumper in Hi-School.....
I thought I hid that thing better! I could never jump in that Speedo they made me wear :scared:
Post by: Crooked Stic on May 01, 2019, 07:57:33 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 01, 2019, 08:05:23 AM
Ya sitten there in yer fancy jammies drinken milk?
Ya take all your blood pressure pills too?
:wavey:
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Post by: Flem on May 01, 2019, 08:42:16 AM
How come their are no women Bowyers here? You guys scare them all off?
Whats McDougals?
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 01, 2019, 08:45:38 AM
McDonalds....
Post by: Flem on May 01, 2019, 08:51:13 AM
There was a bunch here before you started posting:)
McDonalds....
I thought the only place my picture was posted was at the P.O. :o
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Everytime my PC does a virus check, it throws up a red flag warning about that picher:)
:laughing: :laughing: :bigsmyl: :laughing: :laughing:
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. Have never used it before. Does anyone know is it it more like a diamondwood or an actionwood ??
Post by: monterey on May 02, 2019, 11:02:00 AM
On my way out the door to pick up a sheet of plywood for some forms.
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Post by: Flem on May 03, 2019, 10:17:01 AM
I am assuming the trap is for killing them.
Aren't they natives and pollinators?
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 03, 2019, 10:21:27 AM
Not my house but sample picture.
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got her all sanded and ready for wood grain filling or just finish...IDK yet
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 03, 2019, 05:13:32 PM
:thumbsup:
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Post by: Flem on May 03, 2019, 07:50:16 PM
That one is very stylish and it's got some sexy curves
Post by: Bvas on May 03, 2019, 09:14:58 PM
I would recommend grain filling. You’ve put this much work in the bow....why rush now? If you haven’t yet, try grain filling with super glue. It is quick and easy sanding.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on May 04, 2019, 08:15:46 PM
What's a fi r bow?
Ya otta clean up that shop b4 ya get hert or stuck in there ole timer...
And turn the darn exhaust fan on, yer gonna kilt yerself ole boy.
Post by: monterey on May 04, 2019, 10:53:11 PM
I give up...
What's a fi r bow?
Ya otta clean up that shop b4 ya get hert or stuck in there ole timer...
Yeah, and what's with the cloud of smoke? Get hit by lightning? Apparently the odds of a lightning strike go way high when ya get old.
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If I can get about three days rain free.
Really..
I'm about ready to start building an Ark:)
Anyone have plans on how to lay one out?
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Now you got me curious about your mod!
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 05, 2019, 09:20:29 AM
Here is Josh video..
https://youtu.be/VEuIWnB3M_A
Post by: goobersan on May 05, 2019, 11:10:43 AM
My "fix" is a piece of aquatherm pipe that's nearly lab grade plastic. Hoping the grease doesn't break it down.
Thanks Roy. For some reason I can't load video. Daughter using laptop for school :banghead:
If this works I'll get that last bit of oscillation out. :thumbsup:
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So far it's doing fine. Got the fades sanded down. Not much of an issue with that little bit of oscillation
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Ok been doing logs today. They are a pain but better than fitting the riser every time. This on has a petite little 13 in.riser. .004 limb taper and lots of reflex.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190507/2ac9873a80962940efc0b575e3b306aa.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190507/046945d7accf26159e55c6649a3d69d3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190507/56bb26c9d2d8e888fcae730cc12520bd.jpg)
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Doing logs? What's that?
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Post by: Eric Krewson on May 08, 2019, 09:28:24 AM
It still needs a few more coats of Tru-oil.
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 08, 2019, 09:47:50 AM
Was that from the piece of wood that had the round cut on the end?
I don't know what kind of wood it was.
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Post by: kennym on May 08, 2019, 12:42:58 PM
Sweet, J!
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Post by: Bvas on May 08, 2019, 01:39:02 PM
Did you end up using super glue for grain filler?
Post by: Buemaker on May 08, 2019, 02:09:40 PM
Post by: Eric Krewson on May 08, 2019, 04:24:07 PM
I got on a flintlock site and made the same wood request and like Roy the guys really came through.
I donated a gizmo out of my last piece of good wood to an auction for the Alabama Children's Hospital a couple of weeks ago, it brought $40. With all this wood I can make more gizmos than ever before and donate them to St Jude, the Alabama Children's Hospital and Catch a Dream auctions as well.
I have plenty of wood!
Post by: Crooked Stic on May 08, 2019, 04:40:55 PM
Post by: Flem on May 08, 2019, 06:21:25 PM
Bow looks really sharp with that gloss finish, Jeff. Must look extra sweet in person. :thumbsup:
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Ya did good on the wood.
:thumbsup:
Looks great, Mike.
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Post by: Flem on May 08, 2019, 06:50:47 PM
Whatever you are using for temp nocks, that's a brilliant idea, mind sharing?
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Post by: JWheel on May 08, 2019, 10:45:06 PM
Looks nice Jeff.
Did you end up using super glue for grain filler?
It does look pretty good in person ;) Thank you! I'm pretty happy with it...got a string made today and gonna shoot her a little more tomorrow maybe with the chrono...
I did end up using the super glue for grain filling and wasn't expecting the toxic fumes!...that stuff had my eyes watering and nose running :big laugh: Next time there will be better ventilation for sure!
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Post by: Buemaker on May 09, 2019, 09:35:06 AM
Easy way to make them is epoxy together 3-4 large washers, cut a slot and drill a hole.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on May 09, 2019, 09:50:16 AM
Post by: Flem on May 09, 2019, 10:56:20 AM
You guys make the stronger limb the bottom limb?That seems to be the common reference. To me it's the stiffer limb, being shorter than the top one. I think if the limbs are timed and tillered correctly, they probably store about the same amount of energy.
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http://www.tradgang.com/tgsmf/index.php?topic=108906.0
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Post by: Eric Krewson on May 11, 2019, 09:14:52 AM
Flem, your gizmo looks a little short, 6" seems to be the best length.
Post by: kennym on May 11, 2019, 01:31:11 PM
I had a very good video on youtube about making and using a gizmo. A couple of months ago youtube deleted it for some reason, they said it violated their guidelines, go figure.
Flem, your gizmo looks a little short, 6" seems to be the best length.
Dang , making weapons?? LOL
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:laughing:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on May 11, 2019, 06:47:34 PM
Weeping Willow?
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Thanks
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Post by: skeaterbait on May 13, 2019, 07:49:07 AM
Knotty Pine?
Weeping Willow?
Iron Wood?
Post by: Flem on May 13, 2019, 08:36:24 AM
Knotty Pine?
Weeping Willow?
Iron Wood?
That wood be one formidable Gizmo!
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Ya gotta leave it smaller so the edges of the nut have something to bite into.
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Thanks Eric, it's sharp...
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Post by: kennym on May 13, 2019, 10:46:57 AM
I glued up a 64” modified with a phenolic riser and black glass blank, have a twin to do next. Should be sharp !
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Post by: skeaterbait on May 13, 2019, 03:09:02 PM
You need a softer wood to be able to force the nut down into the drilled hole.
OOOOHHHHHHHH, I thought we were using metaphors.
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You need a softer wood to be able to force the nut down into the drilled hole.
OOOOHHHHHHHH, I thought we were using metaphors.
Don't you mean meteors?, blazing thru the darkness.
Post by: skeaterbait on May 13, 2019, 07:52:29 PM
Skeeterbait, I recognize the name....
Skeaters been scarce lately. Building a new shed to replace the smaller one only to find out I have to pour a new pad too acuz the city thinks I need to have it 10' from the property line. So, not only learning how to build a shed, I am also learning how to dig for a pad, haul gravel for a pad, level a pad and soon, pour a pad and finish the surface. And then finish learning how to build a shed.
City life sucks.
Post by: Bvas on May 13, 2019, 09:02:37 PM
Heck I built a 3-1/2 car garage. Took the county three years to find out and redo my property taxes.
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 13, 2019, 09:17:15 PM
But all it does is rain.
Post by: Bvas on May 13, 2019, 09:52:50 PM
If it makes ya feel better skeeter, I'm getting ready for a 10 x 20 shed by the pond..Roy, you finally building me a guest house :thumbsup:
But all it does is rain.
Post by: Buemaker on May 14, 2019, 03:42:27 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 14, 2019, 04:34:30 AM
Yes Bue, blue gills, crappie bass, and small mouth and large mouth bass.
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Looks like the dogs are ready to jump up and grab one :biglaugh:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on May 14, 2019, 04:50:38 PM
LOL
Post by: Flem on May 14, 2019, 06:56:29 PM
You guy's won't believe this, but this was free! The woman just wanted it out of the house. Apparently her son had visions of making Bows, that were never realized. Oh well, I'll take it.
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Yes, she is very special..
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Dave.
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Looks like pretty wood, at least on the wood database site pics.
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Dave.
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https://www.wood-database.com/sheoak/
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Post by: Roy from Pa on May 17, 2019, 04:07:36 PM
I've lived a sheltered life I guess...
Duh:)
Post by: Flem on May 17, 2019, 04:54:17 PM
Here all this time I thought "Sheoak" was a girl oak tree.
I've lived a sheltered life I guess...
Duh:)
She's a Shelia mate! Fake girly-man Oak.
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Roy, that is a FORWARD handle...
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Stick, is it a static?
Post by: wood carver 2 on May 18, 2019, 05:28:01 PM
Dave.
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FM(bd'/ca+gm5)
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A£+46-(L*WD40)What size can of WD40 are you using?
‐------------------------------ = 4.97
FM(bd'/ca+gm5)
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Kint ya read?
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It could be ok:)
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:wavey:
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I bet they are heavy with those phenolic risers.
Will the pattern disappear in the phenolic once its finished?
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Post by: JWheel on May 22, 2019, 03:45:08 PM
I was just mindin' my own business shooting my latest bow and heard something hit the wall behind my target...Think I'll stick with antler from now on...the FF string was a little too much for the purple heart :dunno:
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Post by: Flem on May 22, 2019, 05:14:36 PM
Seems like Purple Heart is dense and pretty, but not too much shear strength.
Post by: Fishinglink on May 22, 2019, 08:04:40 PM
Looks nice Kenny!
I was just mindin' my own business shooting my latest bow and heard something hit the wall behind my target...Think I'll stick with antler from now on...the FF string was a little too much for the purple heart :dunno:
Don’t take this the wrong way but that makes me feel a little better. I built a hickory bow and we spliced in Purple Heart tips to get rid of twist. 100 shots in and the lower tip came apart. I’ve wondered for 2 years what went wrong. Now seeing these failures around here I’m pretty sure it was the Purple Heart that failed. I was using B50 Flemish twist.
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Don’t take this the wrong way but that makes me feel a little better. I built a hickory bow and we spliced in Purple Heart tips to get rid of twist. 100 shots in and the lower tip came apart. I’ve wondered for 2 years what went wrong. Now seeing these failures around here I’m pretty sure it was the Purple Heart that failed. I was using B50 Flemish twist.
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Post by: Flem on May 23, 2019, 09:15:57 AM
Bearpaw is 75% fiber, 25% resin by weight. I have discovered thru experimenting that the compressive strength of the resin adds more draw "weight" than the tensile strength of the fiber does.
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Post by: kennym on May 23, 2019, 03:39:59 PM
My bows come in 5# light with BP compared to Gordons ..so far... I've heard the glass spine changes roll to roll on the BP but I haven't found that yet.
Post by: Crooked Stic on May 23, 2019, 04:19:26 PM
Kenny could have been some human error involved to. :bigsmyl:
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Post by: JWheel on May 23, 2019, 05:04:25 PM
Jeff looks like the top of that string groove may have been some of the problem also.Looks to have a hump in it.
Kenny could have been some human error involved to. :bigsmyl:
No humps, but I can see how the pic suggests that...I think I just got my string grooves too narrow to start. Ground 'em off and added a little more phenolic and bone!...should do the trick :bigsmyl:
Super Cool Riser BTW Stic!
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Think that tip will work now.
Post by: Garman on May 24, 2019, 12:50:56 PM
Looks nice Kenny!
I was just mindin' my own business shooting my latest bow and heard something hit the wall behind my target...Think I'll stick with antler from now on...the FF string was a little too much for the purple heart :dunno:
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I built my first laminate bow just last winter, used purpleheart on the tips, somewhere between 100-200 shots the top tip broke in 1/2. I will not use it again.
Post by: ztontonz on May 24, 2019, 08:27:41 PM
Unfortunately I couldn’t bring my shop with me! It will probably a couple more weeks until I gather everything I need to start a new bow
Post by: ztontonz on May 24, 2019, 08:29:26 PM
Doing a short recurve. For a youngin in WV (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190518/c3e10e7163e235c55692c0478df86be1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190518/79ddf498330a1e1d27fdee2541552cb4.jpg)
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Great looking bow!
How short is it?
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 25, 2019, 07:27:12 AM
Lost a very close friend yesterday.
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Post by: kennym on May 27, 2019, 10:10:14 PM
It is Osage riser with nat boo cores and spalted hackberry veneers, has yellow tape on it in this pic
BTW don’t buy 3m tape on big auction site that says 1.5” wide. It ain’t ...
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Post by: Bvas on May 27, 2019, 10:12:23 PM
But perfect???? Looks like the apex on that shelf is about 1/16” too far forward :laughing: :biglaugh: :laughing:
Is that color streak natural, or is that tinted?
Post by: Forwardhandle on May 28, 2019, 04:08:25 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on May 28, 2019, 06:31:30 AM
Kenny good lookin bow there and you find a lot of stuff on BA that aint quite what it sez.
Post by: Roy from Pa on May 28, 2019, 07:16:00 AM
What's the big deal?
:wavey:
Post by: kennym on May 28, 2019, 07:56:21 AM
My bad...
Hey , that's the first time I said that !! What does it mean anyway?
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Post by: Bvas on May 31, 2019, 06:46:00 PM
Looks good Mike :thumbsup:
Now back up to 10’ and show us how she does :biglaugh:
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:thumbsup:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 01, 2019, 08:13:33 AM
It delays taking the picture after ya click the button.
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Post by: kennym on June 01, 2019, 09:27:39 AM
I spent most of day yesterday getting to my skid loader after the water went down off hwy 36 (4 lane btw) and getting all the water out of it. It got flooded, luckily it only got in the engine and not the hydraulic reservoir or fuel.
Dropped the oil and water out of it and put in a mix of diesel, tranny fluid and engine oil . Believe it or not(I still don't hardly) it cranked right up. Ran it about a minute driving it out of the mud it was in , changed the oil again in engine and the chain cases , and moved it farther uphill. Never assume the water won't get that high because you might get the torrential rains we've had lately...
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Post by: monterey on June 01, 2019, 12:47:40 PM
I thought it was an old timer assist gadget.
Uh huh. For old guys with soft hands. Gonna have to make me one!
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Post by: monterey on June 02, 2019, 04:52:22 PM
Lovely bow crooked stick. Nice work!. My tiller tree is horizontal on a bench with a grid placed on table top under bow, and drawn back with boat winch. This allows me to map limbs. I do have a straight tillering tree I use for self bows but it is under a mountain of debris somewhere . will have to dig it out.
I been thinking to make a tillering tree the same way. The other option is to screw it to the fence.
Post by: wood carver 2 on June 02, 2019, 08:23:06 PM
Afterwards, I mixed up a batch of honey-bourbon barbecue sauce for some chicken wings and barbecued some moose burgers.
Happy happy happy! 😁
Dave.
Post by: goobersan on June 02, 2019, 08:26:15 PM
Post by: Shredd on June 03, 2019, 11:40:09 AM
If you also notice she is riding without a saddle...
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 03, 2019, 12:40:42 PM
Post by: Flem on June 03, 2019, 01:00:58 PM
Prolly used EA40):
And the horse's name is chastity?
Or maybe she has velcro garments on
Post by: Shredd on June 03, 2019, 04:02:22 PM
Post by: Bvas on June 03, 2019, 04:12:56 PM
I looked at the photo again... There is a shadow from her leg and the bow on the horse and her dress seems to be lying naturally on the horse in the right spot... Looks legit to me... Y'all just talkin'n cause she be puttin' you ta shame... :biglaugh:I just been holding biting my tongue.
I figured since this was in the “what ya did today” thread....the next pic was gonna be of you attempting to recreate the photo :biglaugh:
Post by: goobersan on June 03, 2019, 04:59:19 PM
Gotta be a similar outfit (or pink chaps maybe?)
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 03, 2019, 05:11:38 PM
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Post by: Flem on June 09, 2019, 12:03:08 AM
Now on the other hand, Ritchie that looks real nice. And thats from a guy who is not fond of bow quivers.
Post by: Forwardhandle on June 09, 2019, 05:52:55 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 09, 2019, 11:40:42 AM
Do you season it somehow?
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 09, 2019, 05:04:27 PM
:laughing:
Post by: Bvas on June 09, 2019, 06:40:42 PM
Should yield about 60# of honey.
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:laughing:
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:laughing:
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Post by: Crooked Stic on June 15, 2019, 08:19:25 AM
Me wants a pink striped basket just like you would make for Elroy :laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 15, 2019, 08:52:25 AM
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Post by: Flem on June 15, 2019, 09:37:04 AM
Shredd, all the wheels except the drive wheel are slightly crowned and the tensioned wheel has a alignment screw for tracking.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5aYrNpPfkQ&feature
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 15, 2019, 10:38:45 AM
Redneck contraption..
LOL
:thumbsup:
Post by: Forwardhandle on June 15, 2019, 11:21:10 AM
Post by: Shredd on June 15, 2019, 12:05:18 PM
Don't mind Roy... I think he just figured out what electricity is...
Post by: goobersan on June 15, 2019, 12:44:55 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 15, 2019, 02:05:23 PM
LOL
Post by: Fishinglink on June 15, 2019, 05:03:55 PM
Pictures later maybe.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 20, 2019, 02:12:53 PM
Went and got the epidural steroid shot in my lower back.
Hope to heck it gives me some relief.
The lower back gets a workout when tillering a bow on the tree.
Post by: Pat B on June 20, 2019, 02:35:32 PM
Post by: Shredd on June 20, 2019, 03:02:04 PM
Zebra, Wenge and Padauk...
Hope it the shot helps you Buddy...
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Post by: kennym on June 20, 2019, 03:10:39 PM
That padauk will ruin a good sandpaper, eh?
Post by: Flem on June 20, 2019, 04:02:04 PM
I'll be curious to hear how it works, I might be having one in the near future.
Shredd, looks like you got some kind of homemade sanding device there. Please share pics and description.
Homemade tools are awsome!
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 20, 2019, 04:10:34 PM
That looks nice Shreddy...
Post by: Crooked Stic on June 20, 2019, 06:49:46 PM
Anyhow Roy I could send you this if it will help.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190620/a16ccab6291c97b128ea6ddf49780889.jpg)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 20, 2019, 07:11:54 PM
LOL
They put me on an MRI table face down and used the live image on a PC screen to guide the needle. Only took about 3 minutes once he started.
Post by: Crooked Stic on June 20, 2019, 07:50:04 PM
Post by: Shredd on June 20, 2019, 07:57:31 PM
Shredd, looks like you got some kind of homemade sanding device there. Please share pics and description.
Homemade tools are awsome!
Hey Flem... Just a 9 1/2 drum on a dedicated old drill press...
Post by: Flem on June 20, 2019, 08:46:24 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 21, 2019, 08:09:34 AM
Post by: skeaterbait on June 21, 2019, 10:46:29 AM
Nice....
LOL
They put me on an MRI table face down and used the live image on a PC screen to guide the needle. Only took about 3 minutes once he started.
Been there done that. Not pleasant at all.
Post by: Pat B on June 21, 2019, 10:59:47 AM
Holy crap, did I say 50 years? :scared: :dunno:
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Post by: Shredd on June 21, 2019, 03:26:17 PM
Did ya make the drum or purchase it, Shreddy?
Made it... Works great... Mainly sand my fade ramps with it... The bigger the drum, the more consistent your sanding will be...
Post by: Crooked Stic on June 21, 2019, 05:15:18 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 22, 2019, 05:04:29 AM
It was embedded right on a vein.
Checked with a magnifying glass and I got it out intact.
Sent her straight to the doctor for a prescription for an antibiotic.
That was her 3rd tick and I've had 2 ticks we had to remove the past 5 years.
I hate ticks.
Post by: Crooked Stic on June 22, 2019, 06:13:01 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 22, 2019, 06:41:50 AM
:wavey:
Post by: Pat B on June 22, 2019, 07:44:51 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 22, 2019, 08:12:22 AM
First one was a woods tick, the bite would not heal, 8 months later it looked like a big pimple, I squeezed it and the ticks head popped out.
Second one I had to have a surgeon cut open the wound cause it would not heal, he removed the tentacles.
That was embarrassing cause it was on the cheek of my butt.
Kenny and Flem, be careful there:)
LOL
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Post by: Flem on June 22, 2019, 09:07:07 AM
Our ticks are big and slow. You can feel them crawling on your skin. No Lyme disease here, butt(sic)
we do have Rocky Mountain Spotted fever.
Roy, it sounds like you have desperate ticks there.
Post by: Fishinglink on June 22, 2019, 09:16:29 AM
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We have 3 on hand when near tick areas and have only had to use it once to extract a head but worked great.
Had my first experience with chiggars last year and never want to deal with that again. That was a miserable 3+ weeks.
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Post by: goobersan on June 22, 2019, 09:32:55 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 22, 2019, 09:38:13 AM
Flem, I caught that:)
Post by: goobersan on June 22, 2019, 09:40:15 AM
but glad yer okay too
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 22, 2019, 09:49:09 AM
Post by: kennym on June 22, 2019, 09:54:17 AM
I'm cleaning in the shop while the resin riser with phenolic I beam glue cures.
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 22, 2019, 10:04:34 AM
Post by: Shredd on June 22, 2019, 07:04:38 PM
:clapper: I Applaud myself.... :clapper: LOL... Maybe I will get this chit done tomorrow...
Time for a Brewski.!!
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Post by: Bvas on June 25, 2019, 10:27:23 PM
And Kenny’s customer service is A+ :thumbsup:
Post by: breazyears on June 26, 2019, 02:24:01 AM
Got some nice boards out of it. Need to set and sharpen the blade...
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 26, 2019, 05:47:06 AM
Nice.
Post by: Crooked Stic on June 26, 2019, 06:55:31 AM
Anyhow I got new PC with 10 on it yesterday. Custom build for less than $300. Liking it so far.
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 26, 2019, 07:39:18 AM
Flies?
:)
Post by: Crooked Stic on June 26, 2019, 08:22:35 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on June 26, 2019, 08:43:53 AM
I didn't know your surfed?
What kind of surfboard ya got?
Post by: Flem on June 26, 2019, 09:31:49 AM
Would not do me much good though, I'm in a hardwood desert.
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Post by: Crooked Stic on June 26, 2019, 08:15:17 PM
Ah I see.
I didn't know your surfed?
What kind of surfboard ya got? Osage one :laughing: :laughing:
Post by: Bvas on June 26, 2019, 10:12:42 PM
No pics...... So did it really happen :dunno:
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Post by: kennym on June 29, 2019, 08:12:02 AM
Brad will fix any mishap...
Post by: Flem on June 29, 2019, 08:14:50 AM
Post by: Bvas on June 29, 2019, 08:41:29 AM
Brad, is that the G10 riser?
Sure is :thumbsup:
Post by: Crooked Stic on June 29, 2019, 09:13:37 AM
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Post by: scrub-buster on June 29, 2019, 08:20:32 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 29, 2019, 09:18:05 PM
Like how you melted it.
Post by: Bvas on June 29, 2019, 09:57:50 PM
Post by: monterey on June 29, 2019, 10:18:54 PM
How many strings you planning on makin Clint???
Yeah! That's a lot of goomba.
Post by: scrub-buster on June 29, 2019, 10:30:42 PM
Roy, that's how I heat up my hide glue too. The water pan keeps the heat steady. It takes a little longer but the results are better.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on June 30, 2019, 04:42:24 PM
:thumbsup:
Post by: Bvas on June 30, 2019, 07:05:08 PM
As many strings as I want to Bvas :laugh: I do things in bulk.Don’t you mean......That’s none of your beeswax :laughing:
Post by: Bvas on June 30, 2019, 07:14:56 PM
Good productive day today. Between doin other household chores. I managed to get limbs profiled. Also got riser and tip overlays shaped and glued on. It will still be a couple days before I get a string on. I’m planning on adding antler to the tips, but prefer to get all the base material on and narrowed to the limbs first. That way I can get the antler as thin as possible.
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Post by: Mad Max on June 30, 2019, 08:44:38 PM
As many strings as I want to Bvas :laugh: I do things in bulk.Don’t you mean......That’s none of your beeswax :laughing:
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Post by: Bvas on June 30, 2019, 09:57:08 PM
You building yours before the missus' ?Shhhhh :goldtooth:
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Post by: Flem on July 01, 2019, 08:55:47 AM
Bvas, "I Heart explosives"?
Post by: Flem on July 01, 2019, 09:09:32 AM
Post by: Shredd on July 01, 2019, 09:29:21 AM
Just for chits and giggles...
I posted this bow on FB on a trad group claiming it shoots over 182 fps... Some guy said BS on me and this is what he posted...
"I know that my 65# bear grizzly, a short and super fast recurve shoots a 440gr arrow at 180fps.
This wouldn't come close." :clapper: :biglaugh:
I told him that his bow was slow and to go educate himself and get back to me...
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Post by: Roy from Pa on July 01, 2019, 12:16:22 PM
Wish I lived out there.
But not close to you.
:laughing:
Post by: Mad Max on July 01, 2019, 02:36:59 PM
Post by: monterey on July 01, 2019, 04:35:31 PM
Awesome Mike.
Wish I lived out there.
But not close to you.
:laughing:
More than happy to suggest where you should go! :bigsmyl:
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 01, 2019, 04:57:21 PM
LMFAO
:laughing:
:thumbsup:
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Post by: OkKeith on July 03, 2019, 08:47:05 PM
I really like the shape you have on that bow! Can you post a photo of the strung profile? I have struggles with getting a similar profile in some of my builds. I haven't quite got it yet but, to me... you nailed it.
OkKeith
Post by: Crooked Stic on July 04, 2019, 12:33:51 PM
And doing some jigging.This riser has G10 in it hoping to do a two piece. Pretty steep ramps to so gonna need a dry run to be sure everything closes up with the hose.
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Post by: monterey on July 04, 2019, 01:22:51 PM
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Post by: Flem on July 04, 2019, 03:37:19 PM
I get the coat hanger reference now.
Post by: Pat B on July 04, 2019, 05:17:57 PM
To hold a days old fawn so closely was quite an experience. I'm only glad I was there.
Post by: Mad Max on July 04, 2019, 05:59:16 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on July 04, 2019, 07:09:21 PM
Good on you.
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Post by: monterey on July 07, 2019, 02:49:29 PM
Always sawing perfectly good bows in half.
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 07, 2019, 03:49:32 PM
:wavey:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on July 08, 2019, 04:54:16 AM
:laughing:
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Post by: Crooked Stic on July 08, 2019, 11:26:46 AM
I made the mess this morning-----
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Post by: Pat B on July 08, 2019, 01:08:36 PM
His jammy/camo is quite stylish. :thumbsup:
Post by: Pat B on July 08, 2019, 01:12:27 PM
Thought y'all might get a kick out of it...
The reason I quit shooting a compound
was the copious amounts of beard hair found
at the nock on the string
from the arrows I'd fling
so a bandanna was used as a beard bound :saywhat:
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 08, 2019, 01:19:33 PM
:thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
Post by: Flem on July 08, 2019, 02:27:48 PM
Thats like losing your Siamese twin
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Post by: Eric Krewson on July 10, 2019, 09:05:24 AM
Notice the respirator in the background, it was a sad day when I realized I had become so allergic to osage dust I had to make bow with this dang thing on. It sure take a lot of the joy of working wood by hand away.
Post by: Flem on July 10, 2019, 09:41:27 AM
I'll say this for the benefit of the younger Bowyer's, if your making dust, wear a respirator!
No need to compromise your lungs, which all wood dust will do. Not to mention synthetic glue dust is, in the case of what it looks like Eric is using (ureaformaldehyde) a known carcinogen.
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Post by: OkKeith on July 17, 2019, 04:32:31 PM
Looks like it will be VERY interesting. Be good to see it all finished.
OkKeith
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Post by: Roy from Pa on July 17, 2019, 05:57:49 PM
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SWAG... Scientific Wild A$$ Guess
Love it, LOL
Post by: Flem on July 17, 2019, 06:12:01 PM
Can't quite tell from here
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Post by: Flem on July 17, 2019, 10:22:10 PM
Pretty much anything looks exotic to me, I still use mono. :campfire:
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Post by: Eric Krewson on July 18, 2019, 09:30:30 AM
What Have I been doing; picking and drying chanterelles.
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 18, 2019, 09:40:36 AM
Post by: Flem on July 18, 2019, 01:15:57 PM
I've heard a lot of people complain about mono breaking. I can honestly say that I have never had a mono failure in 45yrs of using the stuff and as someone more eloquent than I said; "Mono will make a flat turd round"
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 18, 2019, 01:24:55 PM
Post by: Flem on July 18, 2019, 01:37:37 PM
I never had mono....
In that case, you can go on a kissing spree :goldtooth:
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Post by: goobersan on July 19, 2019, 09:23:13 AM
I never had mono....
In that case, you can go on a kissing spree :goldtooth:
Just threw up a little
Thanks Flem :biglaugh:
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 19, 2019, 10:00:02 AM
:biglaugh:
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Post by: Flem on July 19, 2019, 02:38:17 PM
but kissable, Flem? :o :dunno:
Can't answer that one, I don't kiss Dude's. Bet his wife don't mind ;)
Post by: Crooked Stic on July 19, 2019, 02:42:29 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 19, 2019, 02:53:34 PM
:laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 20, 2019, 06:47:06 AM
6:45am and it's already 80 degrees outside...
Is it October yet?
Post by: kennym on July 20, 2019, 07:26:27 AM
Relief on the way they say, 82 for high Sunday and 80s all next week .
Post by: Flem on July 20, 2019, 08:13:39 AM
Time to get back in the shop for some bow making!
Post by: wood carver 2 on July 20, 2019, 01:07:57 PM
Dave.
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Post by: flyonline on July 21, 2019, 03:36:47 AM
1) Stained/finished up the bow I backed earlier with linen - I'd bought some 'natural' finish varnish by accident for another project which co-incidentally worked out as the perfect colour to finish this bow without the white linen showing through the TB3. The photo doesn't really show it well, but the linen has almost vanished and the colour matches the rest of the finish/wood very well. A couple more coats with some sanding and it should be done. I also fixed a weird random extreme nock high shot that I'd occasionally get by adding a leather flappy rest. Just have to add a handle wrap and it should be good for the bush! Fletched up a few arrows to go with it as well :thumbsup:
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2) Made up a couple of serving jigs canabalising a fly tying bobbin and some aluminium (or aluminUm :laughing:) flat bar. Have been doing them by hand with the afore mentioned bobbin. Can't believe how easy it is to use, should have done it ages ago.
3) Built an endless loop string jig a la Nick the Backyard Bower's (youtube) with scrap I had on hand. Good thing I didn't spend any money on it, I built a string straight away and realised my posts weren't high enough for the serving jig to clear the adjusting nuts.
4) Built a string using 3) above. Gotta lot to practice but I can see a spare or two strings for every bow in the near future.
5) Built and installed a clicker on the bow mentioned in job 1). Helped clear up some left/right issues (arrows, not my directional dyslexia) and reminds me to follow through every time.
And I managed to bank lots of brownie points mowing the grass, clearing up the pruning rubbish, washing etc. etc. Think I'd better go to work for a holiday.....
Steve
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 21, 2019, 05:49:00 AM
Ya never know when yer gonna need to cash them for bow material:)
Flem, I'd love to be able to take a walk and see 20 elk.
But all I see are damn deer:)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on July 21, 2019, 07:34:47 AM
Now I don't feel so old:)
Ya have more patience than I do, Bue...
Post by: Shredd on July 21, 2019, 08:18:22 AM
Always have lots of respect for you skills, Bue... You Da Man... Wood or Glass...
Post by: Pat B on July 21, 2019, 08:27:26 AM
You don't look all that old either, Bue. :bigsmyl:
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Post by: Mad Max on July 21, 2019, 06:39:56 PM
Nice bue
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kenny's sending glass and ea-40
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Post by: Flem on July 27, 2019, 10:13:41 AM
Those accent colors are awesome, fiery looking. Made me think of a lava flow.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on July 27, 2019, 08:36:49 PM
:thumbsup:
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Post by: Mad Max on July 28, 2019, 07:17:30 AM
I like the snaky one's
Post by: Flem on July 28, 2019, 08:27:19 AM
I really like your mobile work station!
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Post by: Flem on July 29, 2019, 08:50:21 AM
I like getting older, beats the alternative.
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Post by: Pat B on July 29, 2019, 09:46:21 AM
Bigbob, I have dropped down to 45#-50# instead of my normal 56#@26" but that is mostly due to not shooting as much as I used to. I still harvest, cut, split and stack 5 to 6 cords of hardwood firewood each year for our heat and a few months ago worked 172 hours in 3 weeks on an out of town construction job so I'm not ready to be sent to the glue factory yet. Probably wouldn't make good glue anyhow. :laughing:
Just hard to believe that much water has gone under this old bridge.
Post by: Mad Max on July 29, 2019, 10:47:49 AM
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Post by: Pat B on July 29, 2019, 11:49:38 AM
Mark, we had 170" of rain last year so lots of water.
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Post by: Mad Max on July 29, 2019, 01:18:30 PM
annual average of 59.23 inches of precipitation, and we are past that now.
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Post by: Flem on July 30, 2019, 05:40:10 PM
I was feeling mine today. I'm a little lite on years compared to some of you gents, but staying in shape is a lot more work than it used to be! I decided I had better start training for Elk season and strapped on a 30# pack and did a 2500' climb, 11 mile hike. It kicked my A$$ :deadhorse:
I've been hiking and MTB'ing this summer, but the weight was the spanker. I can see a lot of pain between now and Bow season. :scared:
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Post by: monterey on August 01, 2019, 04:02:33 PM
Figuring it out is the whole deal. In my travels so far I quit counting elk at 60!
Post by: Shredd on August 02, 2019, 10:55:31 AM
I am going to use the release as a tool to work on my form...
If you guys make more than six bows a year you have to get a inflatable rolling pin sander... They do a thorough job and save you tons of time...
Post by: Crooked Stic on August 02, 2019, 03:45:51 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on August 02, 2019, 03:53:32 PM
You gwass guys cwack me up....
Blow up tools and ball shooters?
:laughing:
Post by: Mad Max on August 02, 2019, 04:22:11 PM
Opened up my mailbox and it was like Christmas morning...
I am going to use the release as a tool to work on my form...
If you guys make more than six bows a year you have to get a inflatable rolling pin sander... They do a thorough job and save you tons of time...
I have one like that, I think my pump is not the correct one, it's hard to get the pressure right. When I disconnect it the pressure runs out.
What's the name brand of your pump.?
Post by: Flem on August 03, 2019, 09:34:28 AM
Post by: monterey on August 03, 2019, 12:12:15 PM
Also a hundred or more elk 1/2 mile away.
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Post by: Mad Max on August 03, 2019, 12:52:50 PM
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Post by: Flem on August 03, 2019, 01:34:05 PM
You might need one of these in that Alpine terrain :bigsmyl:
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Post by: Mad Max on August 03, 2019, 08:47:37 PM
the sander runs off a cordless drill, the sanding mandrel is a rubber bladder with air in it.
I forget what air pressure it uses, not much.
https://www.amazon.com/Shop-Fox-D4594-Hand-Held-Pneumatic/dp/B017ZE6DMW
Post by: Crooked Stic on August 04, 2019, 11:50:26 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on August 04, 2019, 12:08:01 PM
For my wood bows, I just fold up a piece of sandpaper and work it up and down the limb by hand..
Post by: Flem on August 04, 2019, 12:56:36 PM
I had to look at the specs on those pneumatic sanders, they take a max 8psi. Thats about 3 strokes with my bike pump.
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Post by: Flem on August 06, 2019, 08:30:47 AM
Looks like you do some fancy quilting too, Stic
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Post by: BMorv on August 06, 2019, 11:08:15 AM
The exhaust from my dust collector spread this pink dust around my yard.
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Post by: Crooked Stic on August 06, 2019, 11:12:47 AM
Mr. Pat I can quilt you up a pink for your lap :bigsmyl:
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Post by: BMorv on August 06, 2019, 12:25:01 PM
I posted this pic a couple months ago, but here's the log where the boards are from. I did my best to follow the split grain, not something that the lumber yard cares about. Should be some nice lams in there. And I have a few staves too .
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Post by: Roy from Pa on August 06, 2019, 12:46:03 PM
Nice sewing there Stickypops:)
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Post by: Flem on August 06, 2019, 10:04:51 PM
To answer your question about the larch, if you like Douglas fir shafts and you got your hand on some Larch,
you would be giving away the Fir. It's kind of like compressed cedar, great if you like shooting arrows with thumping power.
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Post by: Shredd on August 10, 2019, 03:36:38 PM
I am totally with you Bro... You can glue up a riser in a quarter of the time or less and you don't have to worry about screw placement... Get with the program Boys... :thumbsup:
Post by: Mad Max on August 10, 2019, 05:50:18 PM
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I guess I'v been gone to long.
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Post by: Flem on August 10, 2019, 06:42:32 PM
Flem... I knew you would go stickin' your nose into this... ;)
That was like shooting fish in a barrel :biglaugh:
Post by: Shredd on August 10, 2019, 07:05:09 PM
Well guys never assume anything... I assumed that granite top was dead flat... It's not... SOB!!! It's not off by much but it is off... I guess I will do a little trick with the lam keepers to straighten things out... It sucks to do all this work and use good material for a sub-par job...
Post by: Mad Max on August 10, 2019, 07:54:21 PM
I use these all the time back in the day.
see if you can find one local on a auction site.
https://www.mscdirect.com/product/details/00468595
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Post by: Flem on August 11, 2019, 09:57:05 AM
I dont understand how a thin plastic bag can bend plywood enough to keep it straight. Even with a vacuum? I suppose the dumbbells do that. AS far as riser blocks go I use C clamps.Is that a nice way of saying, you don't believe it? :saywhat: Believe it, it works! Obviously you cannot bend 3/4" plywood into a arch, but Shredd was glueing up plywood into a blank form and needed it to be flat and the reference surface he was using, was not. This pic is from a thread back in March. Thats 4-3/16" Maple slats(3/4" total) pulled with 12Hg vacuum, pumps will pull 29Hg at sea level. I didn't get the full bend at the tips because I let the bag pinch together before it could suck onto the form. This was using cheap 4mil LDPE plastic. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
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Post by: Shredd on August 11, 2019, 05:22:44 PM
Here is an experiment for you to comprehend this chit... Take two pieces of 2x4's and cut them 10"... Round all the corners so that they are not sharp... Stack them on top of one another and put then in a trash bag... Make sure there are no holes in the bag... Take your shopvac hose and insert it in the opening of the bag... Take a zip tie or hose clamp and secure the hose to the bag... Turn on the shop vac and suck the air out... Now grasp each 2x4 and try to pull them apart...
Keep in mind that there is only about 1 to 2 lbs of suction going on which is about 35 to 70 lbs squeezing those blocks together... Use a real vacuum pump at 8 to 10 psi or more and you will have roughly 280 to 350 lbs squeezing those blocks together...
Just another note... If I would have enclosed the granite slab with the wood I was using inside of the bag, I would have not needed the weights to hold things flat... That bag would have sucked that wood right down to the granite... Which would actually be more effective...
Post by: Flem on August 11, 2019, 06:43:41 PM
Post by: goobersan on August 11, 2019, 07:36:57 PM
Made a string jig out of scrap oak.
Looks great Jim !
Post by: Tradarchery on August 11, 2019, 07:53:58 PM
Hopefully I will get it bending and on the caul next weekend.
I am envious of you fellas that have a bandsaw. Lots of shavings.....
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Post by: Flem on August 12, 2019, 08:46:17 AM
Post by: kennym on August 12, 2019, 09:06:48 AM
I'm envious of you guys with the patience to make it all by hand without power tools …..
Rock on man!!
Post by: Tradarchery on August 14, 2019, 08:38:59 AM
You are doing it right BrianFlem,Feeding wood into machinery isn't really what I would consider fun! I'm convinced the more hand work I do do on a Bow, even if it's only sanding, the better the final product will be.
You are right, the amount of hand work usually correlates to a better end product. I do enjoy the process but I also start to get excited about the potential of the bow once the ring is chased and the bow is staring back at me through my layout lines.
~Brian
Post by: Tradarchery on August 14, 2019, 08:47:27 AM
""I am envious of you fellas that have a bandsaw. Lots of shavings.....""Thanks Kenny. My patience has grown by leaps and bounds over the last several years........My 7yr old twin girls have definitely helped me with that.
I'm envious of you guys with the patience to make it all by hand without power tools …..
Rock on man!!
~Brian
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Post by: Crooked Stic on August 18, 2019, 02:15:34 PM
Yep I know ole Elroy had lightening strike :scared: where is that smarty pants anyway?
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Post by: Mad Max on August 18, 2019, 08:39:56 PM
I like it :thumbsup:
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Post by: Mad Max on August 19, 2019, 01:58:19 PM
Tell me about the whoop de doo (reflex) at the end of the butt wedge. :)
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Post by: Mad Max on August 24, 2019, 11:14:54 AM
Glue up tomorrow
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Post by: Bvas on August 24, 2019, 12:54:11 PM
60” RecurveYou still doing the static tips?
Glue up tomorrow
Post by: Mad Max on August 24, 2019, 01:34:05 PM
I made enough of those for now.
This one may be a little static/working recurve.
Narrow like a D/R
Post by: Forwardhandle on August 24, 2019, 03:29:26 PM
Post by: kennym on August 24, 2019, 09:33:32 PM
Now she is ready to roll!! :)
Oh, a lot of the bearings were OK but I have extras now....
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Post by: Shredd on August 25, 2019, 10:24:20 AM
No Brad
I made enough of those for now.
This one may be a little static/working recurve.
Narrow like a D/R
Well then, I am posting this pic of this form for the next limbs that I will be working on... Then you can't call me a copy-cat... :goldtooth:
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Post by: Mad Max on August 25, 2019, 01:53:21 PM
nufin like mine :dunno:
way to go, stic :thumbsup:
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Post by: Mad Max on August 27, 2019, 02:10:18 PM
:dunno:
:bigsmyl:
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Post by: mtblucas on August 28, 2019, 12:16:26 AM
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Post by: Flem on August 28, 2019, 11:34:02 AM
You can use most anything smooth and flat to cover your form. Formica/laminates work real good. Sheetmetal, roofing trim, aluminum, etc. I have used whatever I can scrounge for free. Thin slats of wood are good also, just countersink the screw heads and fill with bondo.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on August 30, 2019, 09:46:25 PM
Looks like some kind of accident:)
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Post by: Bvas on September 02, 2019, 02:36:13 PM
I’m leary of the cherry riser. But it’s from a tree at the house where she grew up. So we’re gonna try it. I’m gonna back it with a stout fiberglass powerlam and hope for the best.
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Post by: Mad Max on September 02, 2019, 02:44:12 PM
:bigsmyl: :thumbsup:
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 02, 2019, 03:21:45 PM
Gotta agree with Max, it will be fine with the laminating and the power lam.
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Post by: Bvas on September 02, 2019, 05:13:26 PM
And 55# is enough for me. I don’t get to shoot often enough for any more than that.
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Post by: Eric Krewson on September 04, 2019, 09:00:48 AM
Yesterday it was can and dehydrate. I will add the dried ones to fried okra for that green tomato taste.
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 04, 2019, 09:31:14 AM
Post by: OkKeith on September 05, 2019, 12:14:58 PM
Late summer/early fall as the tomato plants start to fall off was always the time to make Chow Chow for my family. For those not in the know... Chow Chow is chopped up green tomatoes, onion and spices, sweetened with brown sugar, pickled and then hot canned. We ate it on everything (crackers, toast, etc.). It is fantastic to add a spoonful to beans to go along with cornbread.
Eric, you have me eyeing my tomato plants in the back yard now... even though we still may have a month of production on our late season varieties I may need to go pick some green ones.
OkKeith
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 05, 2019, 02:31:10 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on September 05, 2019, 04:08:58 PM
My mom used to make chow chow. Good stuff.😃
Dave.
Post by: Shredd on September 05, 2019, 04:30:56 PM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on September 05, 2019, 06:15:12 PM
I think I got this last limb design looking good. The first lumpy one work ok but may not have been accepted. See the difference.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/62e2a177f189e8c09e95aef1c8e54c88.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190905/826ce77884ab251dea3db5c823df7977.jpg)
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Post by: Flem on September 06, 2019, 11:58:14 AM
This was a really easy mod. I already had the 120V PID controller box (thanks again to Skeeter) so all I had to do was gut the oven controls, insert thermocouple, connect 2 sets of 2 wires and plug it in. I did fully insulate it with some left over rock wool and added a 15a fuse. Holds heat really well. Total cost; $3.25. Thats my favorite kind of project.
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 06, 2019, 12:10:12 PM
Post by: Flem on September 06, 2019, 12:14:33 PM
Yer gonna lectricute yerself there Inesteine, or burn dah barn down:):biglaugh: I think you meant Einstein :saywhat:
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 06, 2019, 12:22:33 PM
I made it up and here it is a word. LOL
Post by: Shredd on September 06, 2019, 01:03:02 PM
Post by: OkKeith on September 06, 2019, 01:12:56 PM
OkKeith
Post by: Flem on September 06, 2019, 01:37:11 PM
Looks scary eh? :goldtooth:
Post by: mtblucas on September 06, 2019, 02:30:28 PM
Post by: Bvas on September 06, 2019, 03:56:29 PM
I dry fired a bow today! Got the weight down to within a couple pounds of the final draw weight and decided to draw it to my anchor position (at 30.5”). Instincts must’ve kicked in because as soon as I got it to anchor I released it. Immediately, I went into panic mode but luckily everything held together just fine! Phew, could’ve been bad.
Not funny, but I had to laugh.
My daughter did that once with a compound as I was trying to adjust draw length for her. Of course I asked her “WTF are you doing?” The look on her face was priceless and all she could muster was “oops”. I couldn’t even be mad, just had to laugh.
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Post by: monterey on September 06, 2019, 10:59:46 PM
"difderent"
Youse guys is moiderin the language.
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 07, 2019, 02:51:39 PM
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Post by: flyonline on September 08, 2019, 06:05:10 AM
Worked on my Osage self bow as well, but at the current rate it will take to 2050 to get finished. I vacillate between a scraper and a farriers rasp reducing the limb thickness at the moment but at least I don't end up with orange snot with the scraper :laughing: Nearly at a point a I can put a string on it so I can stand back and get a good look at it.
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 10, 2019, 02:45:57 PM
Sprinkled black pepper and seasonal seasoning on them...
Post by: monterey on September 10, 2019, 06:31:31 PM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on September 12, 2019, 03:21:07 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 12, 2019, 03:44:14 PM
Post by: Flem on September 12, 2019, 04:43:04 PM
My saw has lame dust collection.
Post by: monterey on September 12, 2019, 06:04:49 PM
Post by: Bvas on September 12, 2019, 10:24:18 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 13, 2019, 07:16:58 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on September 13, 2019, 12:30:19 PM
Post by: Eric Krewson on September 15, 2019, 09:48:42 AM
5 years ago I would have enjoyed turning this monster into firewood, today, not so much. It is almost 36" across the base.
It is 95 today, no tree cutting will go on. I will probably use the loader on my tractor to get the top out of my yard and haul off the bigger stuff one stick at a time after the weather cools off. It broke off several trees in its path as well.
Post by: Eric Krewson on September 15, 2019, 09:58:21 AM
Got egg on my face on this one, my tractor quit, would restart and run a while and quit again. I was sure it was a safety switch and called the dealer, they sent a guy out to get the tractor. It turned out to be out of fuel, the display is kinda' week and I was looking at the wrong set of bars thinking I had half a tank, DUH.
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 19, 2019, 07:13:55 AM
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Post by: Bully on September 19, 2019, 08:54:28 PM
I spent an hour in the garage this evening working on my bow that I got from Two Tracks Outdoors. It's a "u-finish" bow that needs a good bit of work to make it truly functional. I got a good start on the handle tonight. I'm pretty happy with the way it's looking so far. I'm hoping to spend another hour on it tomorrow night.
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 19, 2019, 09:05:11 PM
LOL
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 20, 2019, 06:33:44 AM
Post by: Bully on September 20, 2019, 07:46:47 AM
Chris, didn't happen wifout pichers.I can't get pics to load. I don't have a hosting service and not looking to obtain one.
LOL
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 20, 2019, 08:02:20 AM
Cell phones take humongous size pictures.
Go into the camera setting of the phone and chose the smallest size picture it will take.
Then try again.
Post by: Bully on September 20, 2019, 10:02:15 AM
If ya took them with a cell phone, they will be too large a file size.I’ll try and put some up tonight when I get home.
Cell phones take humongous size pictures.
Go into the camera setting of the phone and chose the smallest size picture it will take.
Then try again.
Post by: OkKeith on September 20, 2019, 11:57:06 AM
Funny story...
Back when I was younger (and thinner) I was a Park Manager level IIII with the Oklahoma Parks Service. This came along with a law enforcement commission through the State Protective Services Division. We were considered an "urban" park since the whole thing was in the Norman city limits but the park had almost 2,000 wooded acres and about 100 miles of shoreline around the lake. We were bordered by private and tribal land. Sometimes folks would "plant gardens" on our side of the fence and grow some not so legal plants.
As one of the few State Commissioned LEOs in the county my Rangers and I would get coopted to help the State Bureau of Narcotics when they flew the area by helicopter. A pretty cool opportunity. One year I heard a story about a team that was running their part of the grid when the pilot winged-over and said on the radio that he thought he saw a grow. We did this in the hottest, driest part of the summer since the grows were usually watered and showed bright green.
I guess the whole incident ended up with the LT deep in a conversation with a little old lady and trying to explain why heavily armed men were pulling up her okra plants... with OKRA PODS ON THEM. OOPS!
That was many moons (and pounds) ago... good times.
OkKeith
Post by: Bully on September 20, 2019, 08:14:39 PM
Post by: OkKeith on September 20, 2019, 08:37:30 PM
Nice shape on the grip and I love the green glass.
OkKeith
Post by: Shredd on September 20, 2019, 08:52:23 PM
Post by: Bully on September 20, 2019, 09:04:11 PM
Yes... Does look good...
Looking good, Bully!
Nice shape on the grip and I love the green glass.
OkKeith
Thanks y'all.
OkKeith, the glass isn't green. He dyed the lams (curly maple) green for me.
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 20, 2019, 09:05:11 PM
Post by: Bully on September 20, 2019, 09:08:14 PM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:Thank you.
Post by: OkKeith on September 20, 2019, 11:54:54 PM
I bet the dyed grain gives a good "camo" pattern. Take your time so that it turns out well... but hurry a little so we can see it. :bigsmyl:
OkKeith
Post by: Bully on September 21, 2019, 08:55:42 AM
That is going to look fantastic, Bully!I’m doing my best.
I bet the dyed grain gives a good "camo" pattern. Take your time so that it turns out well... but hurry a little so we can see it. :bigsmyl:
OkKeith
Post by: Bully on September 22, 2019, 09:01:09 PM
Post by: Buemaker on September 23, 2019, 07:17:48 AM
They are marked Kodiak .411 supreme.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on September 23, 2019, 07:20:58 AM
Post by: monterey on September 23, 2019, 02:56:11 PM
Are you going to use them?
Post by: Flem on September 23, 2019, 03:06:59 PM
I like those old fiberglass shafts. Some of them had some heft to them.
Post by: Buemaker on September 23, 2019, 03:15:59 PM
I guess I could try them with field points.
Post by: monterey on September 23, 2019, 08:23:16 PM
No, I am not going to use them. Bowhunting is not allowed here in Norway.
I guess I could try them with field points.
Get your gear together and come on over.
Post by: kennym on September 23, 2019, 08:30:52 PM
Mike, they don't allow bow hunting here either... LOL -- JK
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 24, 2019, 07:37:55 AM
Ya wuz up pretty late last night there pap pap:)
Post by: Eric Krewson on September 24, 2019, 09:00:09 AM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on September 25, 2019, 06:55:08 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on September 25, 2019, 06:57:30 AM
Post by: Flem on September 25, 2019, 10:01:39 AM
Don't know who is the more prolific Bowyer, you or Shredd
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 25, 2019, 10:12:31 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 25, 2019, 10:18:55 AM
Post by: Flem on September 25, 2019, 11:07:56 AM
Post by: Shredd on September 25, 2019, 11:26:05 AM
Roy... Don't scare me like that...
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 25, 2019, 08:27:58 PM
Post by: Fishinglink on September 26, 2019, 05:21:29 PM
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Mix of obsidians, Keokuk and Dacite. Should have some cool points to share in a few weeks.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on September 26, 2019, 05:32:36 PM
Hope ya mend up fast.
Post by: Pat B on September 26, 2019, 05:42:05 PM
Not laughing at your misfortune, Cody.
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 27, 2019, 05:15:22 PM
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Post by: Forwardhandle on September 27, 2019, 06:29:24 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on September 27, 2019, 06:51:41 PM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: Mad Max on September 27, 2019, 07:11:57 PM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on September 28, 2019, 07:17:14 AM
Post by: kennym on September 28, 2019, 08:07:35 AM
The plan for today is to start a couple 2 piece TDs for my son and his buddy. They want to come up and build them so will get to see them several times this fall!!
I haven't done but a couple of these, will hard maple be enough for the I beam or is phenolic better?
I'm thinkin the maple is as strong as phenolic...
Post by: Shredd on September 28, 2019, 08:43:41 AM
I made a shorter version of the limbs I built a few weeks ago... I am going to make a 60" string to fit the new limbs and then run her through the chrony... She is 42.5 # and I am hoping to get 190 fps with 410 gr. arrow...
Post by: Flem on September 28, 2019, 09:58:14 AM
You are a brave man doing the power rub! I would be scared to do what you did on anything but a big flat surface. You ever tried rottenstone and oil rub?
Post by: Shredd on September 28, 2019, 10:05:15 AM
Oh, what the hell... She looks Gorgeous Mike... Good job...
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 28, 2019, 10:05:56 AM
Kenny what wood on the outsides ? Not an expert but would think phenolic is stronger. The maple should be fine with outer good wood if ya dont get carried away really high poundage.
Post by: kennym on September 28, 2019, 10:18:26 AM
Guys will be here today to pick riser woods and maybe glue em up...
Post by: Crooked Stic on September 28, 2019, 11:01:54 AM
Post by: flyonline on October 01, 2019, 05:46:44 AM
This past w/e I made a shaving horse from scrap around home - re-cycled Red Gum sign for the seat and railway sleeper arms, prunings from our own Apple, Peach, Nectarine and some Wattle trimimngs from the folks place for the legs, footrest etc. I made up a higher clamp position to tackle full size staves in the future.
(https://i.imgur.com/cp6NHQi.jpg)
Feel a little like someone I heard talking about their own CNC mill and lathe - 'it's nice making new or fixing parts to fit the machine' - I can now take my time and make up some nice tight fighting pieces with ease and re-build or make another. Just need a bit of padding on the seat, my bony behind needs a bit of padding for comfort :biglaugh:
Steve
Post by: Flem on October 01, 2019, 07:14:51 PM
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Post by: kennym on October 02, 2019, 01:01:06 PM
I ordered one of these to help with the inletting on the wrap area...
https://www.grizzly.com/products/Grizzly-Variable-Speed-1-x-30-Belt-6-Disc-Sander/G0864
Also some 40 grit discs and belts for it. Hope it works!!
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 02, 2019, 01:20:40 PM
I spent my life 40 some years, working wood, sanding and shaping, the weirder the more I liked working it,
shaping,sanding, and caressing It (whipping off the saw/sanding dust) then watching the weirdness POP as I put the finish on it,
putting my heart and soul into it, only to have my bosses sell it,,but that's life, and I done got paid well for it,
,
I almost got a woodie, when I saw the wood from Kenny,
Gorgeous Flaming Lines, Matched sets,
I can't wait to start Playing with it,
The bow limb package---get yr mind out of the gutter :biglaugh:
This one stays Home, Until it gets willed to my daughter Then her Daughter as a Family Heirloom
,
cheers
John
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 02, 2019, 01:39:33 PM
Gorgeous Flaming Lines, Matched sets,
I can't wait to start Playing with it,
Getten Old wood from Old Kenny just scares the hell out of me...
You are on your own..
LMFAO
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 02, 2019, 02:17:24 PM
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 02, 2019, 02:32:44 PM
and I walked home from skool in 4 feet of snow as a kid, :biglaugh:
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 02, 2019, 02:50:29 PM
:wavey:
Post by: wood carver 2 on October 02, 2019, 04:21:43 PM
I opened up a surprise package today,
I spent my life 40 some years, working wood, sanding and shaping, the weirder the more I liked working it,
shaping,sanding, and caressing It (whipping off the saw/sanding dust) then watching the weirdness POP as I put the finish on it,
putting my heart and soul into it, only to have my bosses sell it,,but that's life, and I done got paid well for it,
,
I almost got a woodie, when I saw the wood from Kenny,
Gorgeous Flaming Lines, Matched sets,
I can't wait to start Playing with it,
The bow limb package---get yr mind out of the gutter :biglaugh:
This one stays Home, Until it gets willed to my daughter Then her Daughter as a Family Heirloom
Brother, you’ve got the sickness real bad! I should know, I can’t walk past a gnarly old tree without wondering what’s inside.
Dave.
,
cheers
John
Post by: Flem on October 02, 2019, 05:42:36 PM
Post by: Bvas on October 02, 2019, 05:59:26 PM
All that didn't happen wifout pichers...Some of it I’ll take his word for. I don’t need to see pitchers :nono:
:wavey:
Post by: monterey on October 02, 2019, 06:03:36 PM
Post by: Mad Max on October 02, 2019, 06:20:08 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 02, 2019, 07:20:21 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 02, 2019, 07:30:10 PM
Use the belt an awful lot.
Post by: kennym on October 02, 2019, 07:32:51 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 03, 2019, 06:09:51 AM
Post by: Mad Max on October 03, 2019, 08:42:36 AM
Post by: kennym on October 03, 2019, 01:49:30 PM
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 03, 2019, 02:06:16 PM
and thinking curved thoughts about My riser Glue Up, Side to side?
Or
maybe just a Front to Back Sandwich Approach
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 03, 2019, 03:25:55 PM
Didn't happen wifout pichers............................
Yer old enuff ta know dat son...........................
Post by: Shredd on October 04, 2019, 10:49:09 AM
With my R/D bows too stiff or too long of a stiff area on the outer limbs gives you a smoother draw but usually lacks a little in performance...
What are some of your views on static vs working recurve?? Which one is better shooting and which gives better performance??
Post by: monterey on October 04, 2019, 11:45:44 AM
Just my opinion from shooting. I've never built either type!
Post by: Flem on October 04, 2019, 12:24:02 PM
Post by: Shredd on October 04, 2019, 01:37:46 PM
I think the very best recurve design will always beat the very best static design.
Hmmm... What exactly does that mean??
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 04, 2019, 01:46:06 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 04, 2019, 02:12:50 PM
Post by: monterey on October 04, 2019, 03:24:02 PM
Quote
What are some of your views on static vs working recurve?? Which one is better shooting and which gives better performance??
Was my answer to that question. A great performing static can outperform a poor performing recurve. But I think a top performing recurve will always outperform a top performing static.
Post by: Mad Max on October 04, 2019, 03:36:52 PM
Post by: Shredd on October 04, 2019, 04:27:03 PM
QuoteWhat are some of your views on static vs working recurve?? Which one is better shooting and which gives better performance??
Was my answer to that question. A great performing static can outperform a poor performing recurve. But I think a top performing recurve will always outperform a top performing static.
I am assuming you mean static as in static recurve tips and recurve as in working recurve tips...
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 04, 2019, 04:38:34 PM
so now i can start making my template and form,
DANG,,as im typing this I figured (brain farted) I need me some metal strips and some light cord,
,
what size light cord??
Ive already got my dowels, Oh ya this is gonna be a rubber band Form,
thanks
John
Post by: kennym on October 04, 2019, 05:08:23 PM
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Post by: Forwardhandle on October 04, 2019, 05:13:28 PM
Post by: Bvas on October 04, 2019, 05:19:19 PM
I went and got me some MDF at home depot and a nice chunk of oak, oh and another router bitt,
so now i can start making my template and form,
DANG,,as im typing this I figured (brain farted) I need me some metal strips and some light cord,
,
what size light cord??
Ive already got my dowels, Oh ya this is gonna be a rubber band Form,
thanks
John
I use 1/8” aluminum and the cheap two strand lamp cord.
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 04, 2019, 05:32:22 PM
I went and got me some MDF at home depot and a nice chunk of oak, oh and another router bitt,
so now i can start making my template and form,
DANG,,as im typing this I figured (brain farted) I need me some metal strips and some light cord,
,
what size light cord??
Ive already got my dowels, Oh ya this is gonna be a rubber band Form,
thanks
John
I use 1/8” aluminum and the cheap two strand lamp cord.
what thickness lamp cord, my local hardware sell it off the rolls, does it matter? what hight? the cord is?
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 04, 2019, 05:32:42 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 04, 2019, 09:55:32 PM
old fart what are you using the cord for??
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 05, 2019, 07:39:48 AM
Post by: Eric Krewson on October 06, 2019, 10:29:25 AM
Post by: Shredd on October 06, 2019, 10:47:32 AM
The armadillo wars start today, they can play around in my yard but once they migrate into my winter garden their lives are in peril, more to follow.
Won't your arrows bounce off them?? :laugh:
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 06, 2019, 11:04:38 AM
But Eric makes real all wood osage bows:):
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 06, 2019, 01:22:23 PM
:laughing: :laughing: I figured this was gonna be a different sander :bigsmyl:
old fart what are you using the cord for??
on the form, im doing the rubber band method,
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 06, 2019, 02:46:59 PM
MDF is 3/4--REAL 3/4---so ive got my 1.5 thickness
checked for flatness and square with a level, a non-dropped-bent-twisted level :biglaugh:
,
rough cut the form in 3/16 ply, need to sand to the lines, It will be the jig for my router
,
cost 12 bucks so far in materials glue and MDF
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Post by: Bob D on October 06, 2019, 04:00:06 PM
By the way, Eric, like myself, also have a few long stinky poles with bad smoking habits. Armadillos beware. :o
I was also wondering what is a winter garden? Here in Vermont it’s a starter flat under a grow light next to the wood stove.
Post by: Shredd on October 06, 2019, 04:24:00 PM
Post by: kennym on October 06, 2019, 04:52:59 PM
Started on my form, MDF rough cut and glued up, spread out the glue with advertisement credit cards,,those things are usefull.
MDF is 3/4--REAL 3/4---so ive got my 1.5 thickness
checked for flatness and square with a level, a non-dropped-bent-twisted level :biglaugh:
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rough cut the form in 3/16 ply, need to sand to the lines, It will be the jig for my router
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cost 12 bucks so far in materials glue and MDF
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Check the curves on template with a flexible ruler or a pc of glass against the light to find any flats or bumps before you rout the form. Some you won't see til you spray the bow. Don't even ask how I know...:)
Post by: monterey on October 06, 2019, 05:10:56 PM
Post by: Flem on October 06, 2019, 05:38:28 PM
Depending on where you store the form and the humidity and temperature swings, the MDF might be inclined to swell. A couple coats of paint might be a good thing!
Good advice! I always soak the stuff with shellac, as much as it will absorb. If you do coat it, be sure not to use anything water based.
Post by: wood carver 2 on October 06, 2019, 05:49:03 PM
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Got sander unpacked and tables installed. The tables go to 90 degrees very well. 40 grit belts and discs came in mail Saturday but bow builders didn’t . LOL(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191006/c878e1f25cc3f18cac4a74df4f92a41b.jpg)
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 06, 2019, 06:16:31 PM
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Post by: Mad Max on October 06, 2019, 09:27:15 PM
Neato
Post by: Pat B on October 07, 2019, 11:45:04 AM
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I went to Benedictine Military School in Savannah, a Catholic, military highschool. My Dad graduated in 1919, I in 1969. My brothers, uncles and cousins all graduated from Benedictine.
The day I graduated was the last time I shaved.
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 07, 2019, 12:08:52 PM
Them guys are so old they had to put name tags on em so they could be claimed:)
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Bottom one is Yew/boo.
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Post by: wood carver 2 on October 07, 2019, 06:48:48 PM
Dave.
Post by: Flem on October 07, 2019, 07:44:52 PM
Got to say, that pink bow has a nice arc to it for a long riser ASL. Must be something special about it Roy, cause your gripping it like you have a intimate relationship :bigsmyl:
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 07, 2019, 08:48:42 PM
That will be nuff O dat ladies.....
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Post by: Flem on October 08, 2019, 05:33:49 PM
Post by: Mad Max on October 08, 2019, 06:02:34 PM
show us a few more pictures after you get it finished :thumbsup:
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 09, 2019, 05:46:55 AM
LOL
Yup Bue, more pictures.
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Post by: Buemaker on October 09, 2019, 12:43:03 PM
It makes a wood that have almost no voids in it. The mass weight goes from normal Beech’s 0,71 g/cm3 to 1,35 g/cm3.
The boards I have is solid boards 8mm thick and are 60 years old. Here in Norway the material was used as edges on wood skies.
It is very strong in both tension and compression.
Being so heavy it is probably not the ideal bow wood, but it can be used in designs that most woods can not take.
It is still made today, but only in veneer form and not in the board form that I have.
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 09, 2019, 01:01:49 PM
im thinking maybe I ought to take out the 3rd and forth dowel from the left
and drill 2 larger holes to take "C"-clamps ??
opinions welcome
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cheers
John
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Post by: Mad Max on October 09, 2019, 06:10:50 PM
how long is that riser?
and Roy said I suppose it's ok verses I guess it's ok :bigsmyl:
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Post by: Bob D on October 10, 2019, 09:23:32 AM
It all went fine until the finish was put on. I had “preserved” some opened Truoil by storing the bottle in a larger glass jar filled with an oxygen blocker. It looked good; no jelling or film. Unknown to me the drying agents had “escaped” and what should have taken a week took months.
I’m calling it done. It shoots good but does need a bit more tuning. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ] [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
Post by: Flem on October 10, 2019, 10:29:21 AM
Post by: Bob D on October 10, 2019, 10:57:28 AM
It actually has some nice “rainbow” colored mineral streaks in it the camera did not pick up.
I hope it holds up. Its my first riser so I’m already planning what I would do different on the next one. Like I was told, this is addictive. :thumbsup:
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 10, 2019, 02:24:45 PM
Going to glue 1 strip on the Form full length and drill for the dowel-stop ----good idea? Bad Idea?
2cd strip ill glue a lamp cord down the center and cut an inch longer than my bow pieces--right?
thanks
John
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 10, 2019, 02:32:08 PM
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will the EA-40 glue the bottom aluminum piece to the form if i use it? or should i go with regular store bought epoxy?
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can I whipe the aluminum with carnauba wax before the glue up?
thanks
john
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 10, 2019, 02:50:47 PM
Post by: monterey on October 10, 2019, 04:08:00 PM
Today I put a few final details on a 17 inch riser I made from a pc of walnut leftover from a gunstock blank. Its not a very dense pc of wood and does have some flex to it. But it only supports 25 lbs Sage limbs. That’s about all I can shoot due to shoulder problems.
It all went fine until the finish was put on. I had “preserved” some opened Truoil by storing the bottle in a larger glass jar filled with an oxygen blocker. It looked good; no jelling or film. Unknown to me the drying agents had “escaped” and what should have taken a week took months.
I’m calling it done. It shoots good but does need a bit more tuning.
Today I put a few final details on a 17 inch riser I made from a pc of walnut leftover from a gunstock blank. Its not a very dense pc of wood and does have some flex to it. But it only supports 25 lbs Sage limbs. That’s about all I can shoot due to shoulder problems.
It all went fine until the finish was put on. I had “preserved” some opened Truoil by storing the bottle in a larger glass jar filled with an oxygen blocker. It looked good; no jelling or film. Unknown to me the drying agents had “escaped” and what should have taken a week took months.
I’m calling it done. It shoots good but does need a bit more tuning.
How are you holding the limbs in alignment?
Looks good. I like walnut but don't especially trust it!
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 10, 2019, 07:37:33 PM
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Post by: kennym on October 10, 2019, 07:47:27 PM
Mike, think the lamp cord holds the middle of the pressure strip down on a band form. Needs it cause the bands put all the pressure on the edges when you pull em down so need the cord in middle to help squeeze the glue out a bit.
Post by: Flem on October 10, 2019, 08:31:33 PM
Post by: Bob D on October 11, 2019, 08:57:26 AM
To hold the limb alignment, I drilled the bottom of the limbs and used a pin of sorts. It’s some industrial thingy I took out of the scrap barrel years ago. (I never throw anything away) I put them in the limb holes and applied a small dab of epoxy to the bottom. I then put the limbs on the bow. I had about five minutes to align them to the riser.
After the epoxy cured I carefully removed the limbs, scribed around the flange, popped it off with a plastic hammer and inlet it into the wood. It all came out much better than I expected, which is unusual for the stuff I dream up. [ You are not allowed to view attachments ] [ You are not allowed to view attachments ]
Post by: Bob D on October 11, 2019, 09:22:19 AM
I appreciate your comments and I like your numbers. After I got it shaped I started to question its strength. I did a bunch of stress tests that I then compared to the original 19 in. Sage riser. They seemed the same so I continued. I shot it a fair amount before I did the final sanding & finish. So far, all’s well...
Post by: monterey on October 11, 2019, 10:51:56 AM
Post by: kennym on October 11, 2019, 12:34:22 PM
The dust port works very well with the shop vac , better than the old one.
The variable speed makes a lot more diff in grinding speed than I figured. Go fast to rough in and shut er down for getting to line. I like that!
This was with a 60 grit disc on that came on it, I have some 40s to try when this one is done.
One other thing I like is the metal frame at disc edge can be used to run the limb against to keep from any gouging.
Over all I'm liking it very well, but haven't used the 1" wide belt yet...:)
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 11, 2019, 01:01:46 PM
1st time using the glue,,OMG FUN,,dang stuff is sticky like marshmallow + peanut butter sandwich :)
got it hung over the wood stove to dry,
threw another log in and my temps up at 98 deg,
pic was taken before that,
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and thank you Kenny for the info on the phone, good talking to you,
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Post by: Flem on October 11, 2019, 03:11:13 PM
glued up the beginnings of my riser,
1st time using the glue,,OMG FUN,,dang stuff is sticky like marshmallow + peanut butter sandwich :)
got it hung over the wood stove to dry,
threw another log in and my temps up at 98 deg,
pic was taken before that,
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and thank you Kenny for the info on the phone, good talking to you,
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John, you can apply a little mild heat from a blow dryer or heat gun to the EA-40 while you are spreading it around and it will flow a bit easier.
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Post by: kennym on October 11, 2019, 04:09:12 PM
Kenny the belt may be good for sight windows to.
Gonna find out on the bow blank I’m on but I gotta go huntin right now ! :)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on October 11, 2019, 04:48:19 PM
I been that route.
3 months after surgery before shooting a light weight bow.
Best wishes bud..
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Post by: flyonline on October 12, 2019, 05:17:09 AM
Pulling about 42-45# @ 24" so I'm close to my aim of 50# @ 28" to make it legal for Sambar deer here. If I'm below I don't really care just hoping for a shooter!
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Still gotta work on getting the inner limb bending some more
As I'm getting close to the pointy end I need some directions for the final push please. There is a slight amount of propeller twist in each limb in opposite directions, plus a bit of snakey action. So far the string hasn't looked like jumping out, so I'm calling it good but I have left the tips wide both to be able to bring the string across if required, or if I need to cut into the sides to keep the string more secure.
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I don't have a top or bottom limb designated yet, I had planned on shooting it both ways and deciding which works better and/or cut/build a small shelf.
Is it worth steaming and straightening out given the string pretty much goes through the middle of the handle? It does have some natural reflex in both limbs at the moment.
Have been surprised how quickly it went from a lump of wood that kinda bent with a string to 'almost' a bow with a proper length string. I reduced the handle length to get some more working limb length which certainly helped plus made it feel a lot less chunky.
Steve
Post by: Eric Krewson on October 12, 2019, 09:15:43 AM
A gizmo;
Post by: Pat B on October 12, 2019, 12:06:10 PM
Post by: flyonline on October 13, 2019, 05:01:45 AM
as I was finishing for the afternoon and packing up I thought "You're a knucklehad - you were supposed to build a gizmo to help tillering this out!" So first thing this morning that's what I made and it was immediately apparent how helpful it was/will be so thank you!!! Just a quick question or two if I may, I'm assuming reading a couple of your threads that you find the flat spots at each d/l before moving on i.e. get good tiller @ X" before moving onto Y"? Do you scrape with the bow braced or string off? I did a bit of both today and it is quicker with the string on, but sharp edges and taught strings....
Pat
I've aimed for a parallel thickness where possible following the twists across the limb, but there are a couple of spots that I'm out. Where they matched up with flat spots using Eric's gizmo, I tried to flatten the thicker side out as best I could, but I'm sure there's a couple still there and probably will be til it's finished.
Here's where I'm at today, ~40# @ 26"
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Post by: Roy from Pa on October 13, 2019, 07:47:05 AM
But doing so will cause a major weight loss.
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Post by: Eric Krewson on October 13, 2019, 09:14:14 AM
You set your gizmo once on the deepest bend at about 3" of limb bend and use this setting to mark both limbs. I work on all the pencil lines at the same time and don't adjust the gizmo until I move up in brace height or go to the short string and progress to the target weight. I scrape with the bow braced. I scrape with a half pair of scissors, the back of the scissors is rounded and doesn't get into the string.
USING THE TILLERING GIZMO
After floor tillering your bow, bend the bow slightly on your tillering tree or tillering stick, I start at about 3” of bend using the long string. Retract the pencil in the Gizmo and run the wood block up the bow’s belly and find the widest gap. Screw the pencil in the block to a point it is almost touching the bow’s belly at the point where you found the widest gap. It is best to start with a little wider gap between the pencil and limb than what is shown in the picture or you may mark the whole limb instead of just the highest spots. I change the angle the pencil has been sharpened to a very short angle and sand the tip of the pencil flat for the best results in marking the limb. This lets you work very slight bends.
Run the Gizmo up the belly making sure it is centered on the limb. The
pencil will mark non bending areas that need wood removed. Start on the long string; continue at brace and up to about 20” of draw. You do need to have a way to hold your bow string while you mark the limbs with the Gizmo.
I have holes in my tillering tree and insert a 3” piece of dowel in one of the holes to hold the string with the limbs slightly bent while I mark the limbs with the gizmo.
Go slow, no more than ten scrapes on the marked areas of the limb, flex the limb 30 times and recheck. My bow limbs tend to be slightly round belly so the Gizmo only marks the top of the crown on the limbs belly. I scrape the marked area as well as the rest of the limb side to side to keep things even. You can get the limb bending perfectly this way. You will still have to eyeball bending in the fades but the rest of the limb will be perfectly tillered, hinges will be a thing of the past.
I adjust the gizmo one time on the long string and set it to the deepest bend on the weakest limb. I use this setting for both limbs. If you continually adjust the gizmo you will chase weak spots up and down your limb. One adjustment and hold this adjustment until you have removed enough wood to the point that can run the gizmo up both limbs without making a mark. As you increase draw length readjust the gizmo.
Make a few passes with the gizmo on your limb and the areas that need attention will be perfectly obvious. You can fine tune the tillering by closing the gap between the pencil and limb to almost nothing. At this point I like to use a cheap orbital sander to remove both wood and any tool marks that are left. With course sand paper, the sander will leave tiny swirls in the wood so I like 220 grit for my final tillering work and follow with a light hand sanding.
The gizmo doesn’t work in the fade out area of the riser so you will have to eyeball the bend in this area or put a flat board across the back of the bow in your tillering tree and watch the gap between the back of the bow and the board to see where the limb is bending.
Tillering that once took me hours to get close takes me about 45 minutes with the Gizmo and the end result is close to perfect.
Remember the key thing to proper tillering is using a scraper or sand paper for SLOW wood removal, no rasps or belt sanders.
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 13, 2019, 12:43:08 PM
got one side all glued and cut,
working on the other side now,
once dry ill do the finish angle cut of 12deg as specified on the plans, Its on a 15 deg cut now
sitting under my desk with my heater, as I don't have the wood stove going today
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 14, 2019, 01:16:29 PM
Taking Kenny's advice to get all the speed bumps out of it,
I had some paint and sanding primer left over from another project,
and a "T"-Bar sander I had from when I was into building and crashing RC-Planes :)
painted the jig/form red, let it dry, wet-sanded, then painted with the sanding primer, this is 2 coats of sandable primer,
last coat drying now, On my special drying spot :) (Weight-Hook-Test)
then Ill do a last wet sand with 800 grit
giving me a Glassy, smooth finish I can wax, and hopefully not stick to
cheers all have a good day,
John
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Post by: Flem on October 14, 2019, 04:04:21 PM
Post by: monterey on October 14, 2019, 05:25:06 PM
I worked on a recurve template today. Would like to say that it's going to be a precise copy of a DH Monterey but it's now looking more like "inspired by". :)
The original suffered a split limb tip secondary to a combination of a kid and a car door. :(
I straightened one line in the riser which should not effect performance. The template has a bit more curve than the original to try to compensate for spring back.
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 15, 2019, 02:42:23 AM
Can you do my car next?
sure bring it over, with 32,165.00 in cash and ill get right on it :biglaugh:
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 15, 2019, 02:45:14 AM
I like that riser
what wood did you use?
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 15, 2019, 05:27:28 AM
still some pieces to glue up on it and some inlay router work
thoughts welcome
cheers
John
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Post by: neuse on October 15, 2019, 07:27:50 AM
Could you make an elliptical pattern to measure the bow while on the tillering tree?
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 15, 2019, 07:36:15 AM
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Not sure how ya'll draw those ellipticals on a picture of a bow, but it definitely tells you where the bend is good or not.
It's done with MSPaint program which comes with windows in your PC.
Very easy to do.
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Could you make an elliptical pattern to measure the bow while on the tillering tree?
Not really cause every bow is going to be a little bit different.
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Post by: monterey on October 15, 2019, 04:11:12 PM
Monterey,
I like that riser
what wood did you use?
That's the bow I'm copying. It's a vintage Damon Howatt Monterey that suffered a split limb tip. It's just in the picture to compare to the template made to copy the bow.
I don't know what the wood is.
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 16, 2019, 02:18:47 PM
I think the Nor-Easter that headed our way messed my thinking up a wee bit :)
poor limb pads ended up at 3.5 long,,for some dang reason I had a mark there
and DU ,,, sanded right up to the mark,,,glue is my friend,,,repeat,, glue is my friend,
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Now Ive got to mess around with that dang pesky-EVIL-Black-Palm
and fix the mess I've made,
I need a nap,
later all
cheers
John
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Post by: Mad Max on October 16, 2019, 06:29:28 PM
Went crazy with my drum sander today,
I think the Nor-Easter that headed our way messed my thinking up a wee bit :)
poor limb pads ended up at 3.5 long,,for some dang reason I had a mark there
and DU ,,, sanded right up to the mark,,,glue is my friend,,,repeat,, glue is my friend,
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Now Ive got to mess around with that dang pesky-EVIL-Black-Palm
and fix the mess I've made,
I need a nap,
later all
cheers
John
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Did you cut the paper template for the riser from the plans kennym sent you?
Looks kind of thin back to belly
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 17, 2019, 10:32:10 AM
and the one i have on my drill press is a small cheap one, don't like it,
so,
spent the morning making a Jig, for my 4" belt and disk sander,
I now have a 1/2 drum sander all plum and square wood i used is laminated maple shelving I had laying around,
so its nice and flat, drilled a bunch of holes where the motor sits on the shelving, so it gets air flow
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cheers
John
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Post by: Flem on October 17, 2019, 05:03:39 PM
You are not the only cheap one here!
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Shredd, congratulations! 1000 posts :clapper: You just beat me to it.
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 17, 2019, 05:05:27 PM
made a BIG ooOPS and even with my notes i messed up
got lucky and had enough room to reverse the pattern, my last long chunk of black palm,, so I got real lucky it fit reversed
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cheers,
John
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 17, 2019, 05:06:55 PM
I can't figure out how that's going to function as a drum sander? Looks like a belt sander on edge.
You are not the only cheap one here!
Shredd, congratulations! 1000 posts :clapper: You just beat me to it.
IM only using it to sand out my curves, probably wrong name,,should have used spindle sander ?
see my last post,
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 17, 2019, 05:08:53 PM
:laughing: :laughing: :laughing: :thumbsup:
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 17, 2019, 05:19:27 PM
Post by: Flem on October 17, 2019, 09:23:07 PM
Post by: Shredd on October 17, 2019, 09:29:56 PM
Post by: Flem on October 17, 2019, 10:15:21 PM
Shredd, it's 4" sch 80 PVC with 6- 3/4" MDF discs inside, all mounted on 1" linear shaft arbor.
And with that I have reached the milestone!
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 18, 2019, 06:42:09 AM
Dang, all this time I thought you collected "Fred Flintstone artifacts"...
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 18, 2019, 07:28:27 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 18, 2019, 07:44:52 AM
Post by: Shredd on October 18, 2019, 08:38:27 AM
I was thinking those belt Sander drums we are barrel shaped not flat.That may not be good for a good glue surface is that corian on the car Jack sander.
I was thinking the same thing... You better check with a straight edge after sanding... I have a 6 x 48 and sanded the inside 4" of the drum flat... Or use epoxy vs wood glue for a better bond with spaces...
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 18, 2019, 08:49:40 AM
Yup come to think about it they are barrel shaped.
Just checked mine,,,GRRRRRR yuppers,
BUT I'm only using the bottom half of the barrel :biglaugh:
and everything is getting glued up with the EA-40
soon as i let loose with my clamps ill see what it looks like,
but when i was fitting the pieces they were doing ok, from your house to mine and a few beers
probably end up with some epoxy trim lines,,,oh well, maybe a real sander for X-mass,,,
Post by: Flem on October 18, 2019, 09:36:53 AM
You made that?
Dang, all this time I thought you collected "Fred Flintstone artifacts"...
More like Fred Sanford :biglaugh:
I was thinking those belt Sander drums we are barrel shaped not flat.That may not be good for a good glue surface is that corian on the car Jack sander.
It's Granite, or something similar.
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 18, 2019, 03:25:30 PM
BUT
I should probably just go ahead and start over, as I do have some faint glue lines, if i look real real close,
I took close up pic of the worst in the curves
like you all said there is an barrel in my sander, :biglaugh:
and this old farts just a farmer :biglaugh:
you tell me
Keep it or toss it ?
cheers
John
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Post by: Shredd on October 18, 2019, 03:55:08 PM
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 18, 2019, 04:07:23 PM
I say keep it simple and concern yourself with a good shooting bow first... You an always get fancy later on...
So yr saying I should toss it and star over ?
Post by: Buemaker on October 18, 2019, 04:36:41 PM
Post by: Mad Max on October 18, 2019, 05:39:31 PM
square it up , cut your limb pad angles and drill and tap for your limb locking hardware and stop there with the riser.
Then get your limbs made.
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 18, 2019, 06:27:29 PM
As a first try, why did you start with such a complicated and strange looking riser design? I don’t mean to offend you, but like Shredd said keep it simple and you can always get fancy later. :)
NO offense taken,
went to a telescope gathering once, a long time ago
then went home and ground/polished,fugured a 28inch Diam, chunk of Black-glass into a mirror, and built a mount for it,
could have just bought one, but getting the final wave-length,thickness figure was a challenge I enjoyed
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didn't buy a boat, but built my own with my kids,
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never liked taking the easy road, sure no bumps but,
the hard road was always more interesting, and more lessons learned,
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Yup, IT may look weird but ill learn, the hard way and hey it is different than most I've seen
and all the wood i had on hand from knife and gunstocks ive made
cheers
John
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 18, 2019, 08:22:02 PM
But make a simple bow first.
:wavey:
Post by: Bvas on October 18, 2019, 09:38:50 PM
If you enjoy the challenge and are up to it, then go for it. You will have errors and lessons learned. Using fancy wood and fancy designs just makes the lessons come more often and more expensive. :biglaugh:
Post by: Shredd on October 18, 2019, 09:54:01 PM
Later on down the line if you want to challenge yourself with looks, Look up Blacktail Bows... If you want to challenge yourself with speed look up WTT3 contest in Pirates of Archery... If you want to challenge yourself with smooth shooting and accurate, Go ask Roy....
He might know somebody... :laughing:
Good Luck buddy... We are all rooting for you...
Post by: Flem on October 18, 2019, 09:59:48 PM
If the finished product isn't up to your expectations, I'm sure it will make a nice gift.
Personally I have no fear of failure, I always expect it as a possibility. How else can anyone innovate?
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 19, 2019, 06:36:22 AM
John, just proceed with your plan.
We are all behind you dude..
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 19, 2019, 06:37:19 AM
what is it specifically / technically/ engineering wise
that's making it a bad design?
and no I'm not trying to troll, or tick folks off,
I want to learn
cheers
john
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 19, 2019, 06:39:19 AM
but still curious, and ya I've seen what happens to cats when they get curious :)
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 19, 2019, 07:21:05 AM
Just go for it, yer already this far.
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 19, 2019, 07:49:09 AM
Post by: Shredd on October 19, 2019, 08:46:24 AM
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 19, 2019, 10:15:28 AM
So, 4 hrs on the sander, Later
were hanging out above my "Oven" "/" Woodstove at 98 deg
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Cheers all
Have a Good Saturday
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 19, 2019, 10:23:10 AM
,
way·ward
/ˈwāwərd/
adjective
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difficult to control or predict because of unusual or perverse behavior.
:biglaugh:
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 19, 2019, 11:02:42 AM
It's gonna smell like beer, wood smoke, and fish though:)
:wavey:
Post by: monterey on October 19, 2019, 04:27:42 PM
Carry On My Wayward Son, a GREAT song
So, 4 hrs on the sander, Later
were hanging out above my "Oven" "/" Woodstove at 98 deg
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Cheers all
Have a Good Saturday
Might be a big mistake, but I'm learning to put little doohickys under the clamp feet. Are they a real thing or some kind of bottle cap? I woulda used one more clamp in the middle.
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 19, 2019, 04:40:23 PM
Post by: flyonline on October 19, 2019, 05:47:51 PM
Quote from: Roy from Pa
Steve, you need to get the area outside of the fades bending more
If you had a dollar for every time....... :biglaugh:
Quote from: Eric Krewson
Here are the instructions for a gizmo;
Thanks Eric! Noted for next time.
Worked the fades some more, which dropped it down to ~low 30's# so I piked 1" of each tip (currently 66" NTN) and re-worked a little. Now 43# @ 28. Have shot a few dozen arrows through it and slimmed and shaped the grip a little. Think I'll leave it as is, and move onto the next project as a 30# isn't really useful for me if I really work out the fade area, unless the brains trust thinks a novice can pike another 1" to get it into a useful weight. Might use it as a test bed for finishing, steaming tips etc.
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 19, 2019, 06:24:33 PM
Carry On My Wayward Son, a GREAT song
So, 4 hrs on the sander, Later
were hanging out above my "Oven" "/" Woodstove at 98 deg
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Cheers all
Have a Good Saturday
Might be a big mistake, but I'm learning to put little doohickys under the clamp feet. Are they a real thing or some kind of bottle cap? I woulda used one more clamp in the middle.
those are the caps off my blood pressure medicine bottles, :pray:
Post by: monterey on October 19, 2019, 09:42:44 PM
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those are the caps off my blood pressure medicine bottles, :pray:
good reuse! I'm gonna try gatorade caps. :)
Post by: flyonline on October 20, 2019, 02:59:05 AM
'Can I work with you daddy?'
'Sure thing' (gotta love that!!!)
Kept working away, then:
'Can I use this?' (this being my big farriers rasp)
'Sure, just keep a good hold of it'
More silence, me shaving away not really paying a lot of attention
'Can I pretend this is one of your bows?'
:biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
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Post by: Forwardhandle on October 20, 2019, 06:10:07 AM
Post by: Eric Krewson on October 20, 2019, 10:02:56 AM
Todays experiment; frying frozen okra with dehydrated green tomatoes and fresh onions.
I poured a handful of dehydrated vacuum sealed green tomatoes into a bowl and covered them with water. It only took a minutes or so for them to rehydrate.
After I breaded my okra I squeezed the water out of the tomatoes and threw them in the bowl with the breaded okra with the leftover flour/meal and gave them a good shake to cover the pieces.
I found the dehydrated tomatoes cooked twice as fast as the partially frozen okra. Although they didn't burn the pieces did become chocolate brown by the time the okra was done as is shown in the picture. Next time I will incorporate them into the mix about the same time I add sliced onion or 75% through the okra cooking process.
The added taste was just like adding fresh green tomatoes to frying okra, wonderful.
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 20, 2019, 10:07:27 AM
:thumbsup:
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 22, 2019, 02:19:02 PM
My sander tried to give up the ghost,
I used my ax to convince it to keep running for awhile longer, (beat it into submission and re-alignment)
but its now missing the 6inch disk :biglaugh:
Ya git what ya pay for, and I dint pay much,
the only good part is I know for dang sure the limb-mounts are Square/Plumb and in alignment with each other,
and are at the spec'ed 21 deg :pray: oops--12 deg :) whew,,
all else is probably looking like a self-bow,,, :biglaugh:
lots more hand sanding to go, doing some serious thunking on the grip area, as you see I kept away from it,
and I only cut 5/8 Deep not the 7/8ths to center, of the arrow rest
one Birds telling me to cut down an inch (the faint center pen line you can see) and glue up some end-grain palm for the curved/arrow rest?
cause its looking naked right there,
another birds telling me to leave it as is, don't mess with it,,
dang birds are gonna drive me nuts,
cheers
john
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Post by: monterey on October 23, 2019, 06:03:01 PM
Post by: Shredd on October 23, 2019, 08:10:01 PM
I glued up two riser blocks today...
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Post by: Mad Max on October 24, 2019, 06:16:50 PM
:thumbsup:
Post by: Pat B on October 24, 2019, 06:29:07 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 24, 2019, 06:34:31 PM
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 24, 2019, 07:23:39 PM
Post by: Flem on October 24, 2019, 09:53:52 PM
Flem I said I am waiting on the cyclone. Got a small one now and the only way stuff gets to the fan is if the bin is full.
I heard dat :shaka:
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 25, 2019, 07:25:04 AM
Post by: Flem on October 25, 2019, 01:10:53 PM
I don't think there is anything in your shop that is not aesthetically appealing, even the green knobs on your cabinets look cool. :thumbsup:
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Post by: Crooked Stic on October 26, 2019, 07:42:48 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W44rIJESNeo
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 26, 2019, 07:57:17 AM
The remote will be a good idea when I get the drop for my tablesaw.
I have some of the 2 in. home Depot tube along the wall to a couple of machines. Probably need to go to 4 in. or try the 2 in. first??
Post by: Flem on October 26, 2019, 10:05:53 AM
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 26, 2019, 01:41:42 PM
got what I want for a rough shape,
Now to start progressing down with the grits
and Blending it all in
Cheers
John
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Post by: Crooked Stic on October 26, 2019, 02:19:12 PM
So Flemyou think a veturi in the line may speed up the air.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on October 26, 2019, 03:35:19 PM
Post by: monterey on October 26, 2019, 03:50:50 PM
Post by: Flem on October 26, 2019, 04:17:06 PM
That is a oretty neat looking riser.
So Flemyou think a veturi in the line may speed up the air.
Well.... Yes it would, but at the cost of decreasing the volume of air flow and pressure
Post by: Crooked Stic on October 26, 2019, 04:37:28 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktW8cAvVVtY
Post by: wood carver 2 on October 26, 2019, 05:23:42 PM
Stic, I would go with the largest diameter hose possible. The narrower the hose, the more suction you lose. That goes for elbows and bends in the piping as well.
If you have to neck it down, do it as close to the end as you can.
Dave.
Post by: monterey on October 26, 2019, 07:37:16 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on October 26, 2019, 08:06:06 PM
Dave.
Post by: Shredd on October 26, 2019, 09:20:55 PM
Stic you better not let Ol' Roy see that new tech gadget... He might start himmin and hollin bout how a tree grows on the side of a hill.... :laughing: You should just stick to a broom and knap you some flint tools to cut your wood... :)
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 27, 2019, 10:33:03 AM
We save our tops off the Snapple Iced tea, I use them when im working with the oil,
makes a nice disposable container
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cheers
John
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 27, 2019, 11:14:57 AM
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 27, 2019, 11:19:47 AM
Post by: kennym on October 27, 2019, 12:31:15 PM
Post by: Shredd on October 27, 2019, 12:55:45 PM
15" and 16" riser blocks rough cut...
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 27, 2019, 02:01:10 PM
you should see my bench,,Ifya can even find it most times, :biglaugh:
those risers,,wish id seen them before I cut out mine, just that pic showed me how I shulda done it,,
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 27, 2019, 02:10:26 PM
IF I had let it dry, not much would migrate into the oak,
I did the opposite,
I did my second wet sanding while it was tacky, Keeping to my "WAYWARD" Direction,
and the outcome is that the Dark Palm Dust-- filled the Grain Holes a teensy-weency in the oak,
Giving the Oak grain the Blackened Contrast I wanted to Go along with the Gorgious Spalted lines in the Limbs
I HOPE :pray:
heres the 3rd coat now drying on my High-End specialized Drying unit
(If it starts snapping and popping its only a short toss into the hell Black palm belongs in-Im still digging out splinters in my fingers)
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Cheers all, and THANK YOU for the kind words
John
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 27, 2019, 02:13:40 PM
Howd I notthunk that move?
Post by: Flem on October 27, 2019, 05:31:19 PM
Shredd, what woods did you use in those risers?
Post by: Shredd on October 27, 2019, 05:39:30 PM
Post by: Flem on October 27, 2019, 05:56:13 PM
In this day of advanced modern technology, They haven't invented a work bench that doesn't get cluttered yet??
Some things take precedent.
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Post by: Crooked Stic on October 27, 2019, 06:25:02 PM
So John you drilled that riser yet?
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 27, 2019, 06:31:41 PM
Clutter is operator error.
So John you drilled that riser yet?
Nope- :banghead:- gonna wait now untill I get my limbs ready then drill both at the same time,
probably bass-akwoods but I lernin as I goin
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 28, 2019, 06:20:14 AM
Wet with 4th coat rubbed on with my finger,
Does the Palm Give My Riser a Slim Form ? :biglaugh:
you can see some of the spots where the black palm migrated into the grain
Dang thing rolled over onto my desk wet :banghead: so its got some boogers ill need to steel wool off
before the next coat,
A good Monday to all
Cheers
John
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Post by: Roy from Pa on October 28, 2019, 06:58:42 AM
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 28, 2019, 11:41:44 AM
Im :pray: and :pray: it all goes well,,
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Post by: Forwardhandle on October 28, 2019, 12:28:32 PM
Post by: Bvas on October 28, 2019, 01:43:53 PM
It will be fine John as long as you got them all coated just don't pop it off the form early :cheesy:Yep.....make sure limb is cured and cooled to room temp before releasing bands. It will help reduce springback.
Riser looks nice :thumbsup: I think the black in the grain just makes it looked aged.
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 30, 2019, 10:15:00 AM
Tomorrow will tell the tale :biglaugh:
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Post by: Crooked Stic on October 30, 2019, 10:55:48 AM
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Post by: monterey on October 30, 2019, 01:58:26 PM
Post by: oldfartfarmer on October 30, 2019, 03:52:46 PM
Looks like you added some devices to your form on the second limb. What ya got going on there?
Yup Like Monerey said squirm preventers :biglaugh:
coated with petroleum jelly
my last ones, didnt work like I wanted, although they did work,,,
this time I didnt forget the saran wrap
cheers all
John
Post by: Forwardhandle on October 30, 2019, 04:00:57 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on October 30, 2019, 06:13:10 PM
Be careful......
:laughing:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on October 31, 2019, 09:55:16 AM
That the stave you promised me and then never sent?:)
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Post by: Pat B on October 31, 2019, 01:23:08 PM
Post by: Fishinglink on October 31, 2019, 01:25:52 PM
On a brighter note I used satellite maps of a local hunting area and found a really nice bedding area. Sat 4 times, had 3 does feeding behind me on first sit and a buck was working through the thick and nasty. He’s worked through every time I’ve sat there @ 9:30ish however it’s so thick I’ve not been able to see him but he makes his presence known. Most vocal buck I’ve ever been around. I’ve tried switching my hiding spot 3 times and he just knows how to stay hidden. Supposed to snow tonight so I’m gonna sit this evening and all day tomorrow hoping he slips. So far closest he’s gotten is 35-40 yards but on the other side of thick hedge. Wish me luck.
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Post by: Flem on October 31, 2019, 08:21:21 PM
On an unrelated to Archery note, Happy Halloween!
Just got the warning while I was typing, congrats Kenny! Thats a fine looking Buck :thumbsup:
Post by: Bvas on October 31, 2019, 08:33:52 PM
Is this year number three for that take down? Bout time to retire it.
Post by: 4 point on October 31, 2019, 08:47:41 PM
Post by: Mad Max on October 31, 2019, 09:27:14 PM
Post by: Shredd on October 31, 2019, 09:31:58 PM
Aww... What the hell... Good going, Kenny...
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 01, 2019, 05:50:38 AM
Cody, wish ya luck dude.
Post by: kennym on November 01, 2019, 07:09:32 AM
A buck just about like that one in 16 , 2 much better in 17 , a good one late season last year , and this one. Hadda think about that awhile , then go look at the huntin pics on my website !! LOL
I shoot it good enuff I just can't let her go... Or it allows my poor form and shooting well enough I might say!
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Post by: Fishinglink on November 02, 2019, 09:42:45 PM
Congrats on your deer David.
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Post by: Buemaker on November 03, 2019, 07:38:07 AM
It stands on wheels with locks that can move in any direction.
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Post by: Buemaker on November 03, 2019, 01:24:33 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 03, 2019, 02:54:59 PM
Bue thats a good idea. I may run a line under my bench now with the new collector and suck the dust off the bench.
Post by: Flem on November 03, 2019, 03:19:57 PM
Post by: Shredd on November 03, 2019, 03:36:41 PM
Thanks for the compliments guys...
Stic... I just cut it out with a bandsaw... Being as cheap as I am... When I first started shooting I went to wally world for arrows... All they had was vanes... I cut the slot so they would shoot straight and the rest is history... Been shooting vanes ever since...
Post by: monterey on November 03, 2019, 08:08:31 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 04, 2019, 07:00:31 AM
Flat as a pancake..
Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 10:35:25 AM
Post by: garyschuler on November 04, 2019, 11:36:05 AM
messing you up. The top limb looks somewhat ok and the bottom limb does show what appears to be a flat section from the start of the curve above the fades to just before you get to the hooks. Cant' be if you use the same form.
Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 11:54:37 AM
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Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 02:07:15 PM
Hey Roy... What about you?? You are always putting circles on bows... Why don't you put a true radius on this one?? ;) :) Maybe blow up the pic a bit bigger so we can see any variations...
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 04, 2019, 02:24:41 PM
I can't do the circle thing at an angle.
Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 02:44:33 PM
It is an optical illusion... The limbs appear to be a little flatter in that area but they are not... I see it myself... But I know how I built that form so I never checked it until today just to make sure I was right and not deceiving you guys...
I thought about changing the design with a gradually tighter radius to be more eye appealing but I fear that it may take away from performance where I am getting 193 fps on my last set of limbs... Besides it looks good at brace...
Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 02:57:28 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 04, 2019, 02:57:51 PM
If ya like a plain Jane bow like that..
193? LOL, that's it?
Post by: Bvas on November 04, 2019, 03:01:29 PM
How many grain arrow to get that 193? 9 gr/#?
Post by: Mad Max on November 04, 2019, 03:06:30 PM
I was getting ready to call the eye doctor, cuz I ain’t given up the hooch :biglaugh:
How many grain arrow to get that 193? 9 gr/#?
You mean how many bows did he make to get 193 with 10gpp. :bigsmyl:
It's the real deal
Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 03:23:48 PM
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Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 03:39:52 PM
It's 193 @ 10gpp... Yeah I been working on it for a while... It took me 5 bows with this design to reach that number... The others are around the 188 to 190 mark... I am still not done... I think I will pop out about another 4 to 5 more to make sure I exhausted all my tricks... Hitting 195 to 196 would be nice... It's taken me about 40 bows to start zeroing in on higher performance... I think there is a little bit more potential left in this design because it is barely stacking at 28"...
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 04, 2019, 04:00:28 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 04, 2019, 04:18:27 PM
:laughing: :laughing:
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Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 07:09:32 PM
Post by: garyschuler on November 04, 2019, 07:25:01 PM
You got some good numbers there but don’t get too hung up
on pushing the envelope. I think you are getting close to maxing out your design.
Excellent R/D my friend, you should be proud. Looking forward to seeing you go further with your designs. Gary
Post by: Shredd on November 04, 2019, 07:49:01 PM
Checked out that Bill Stewart bow... :o Not sure that I am a fan of that design... ;)
Post by: Buemaker on November 05, 2019, 05:22:25 AM
A Black Widow PLX hybrid tested at 190 feet.
Blackie always use two speed testers set up in a tandem configuration to make sure he measures straight arrow flight.
Alongside the late Norbert Mullaney Blackie is considered the authority when it comes to bow testing. You can see some of his bow tests if you search for Blackies bow reports.
Post by: monterey on November 05, 2019, 12:54:18 PM
Post by: Shredd on November 05, 2019, 08:04:26 PM
Seems that I lost 2 fps... Not sure why... I do know that one string is faster than the other by 2-3fps... Maybe I used that string before... It's like you gotta keep track of every damn thing to get anywhere... Notes notes notes... Never enough notes... So sick of notes... I need a glass of wine... :tongue:
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 06, 2019, 08:59:18 AM
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Post by: oldfartfarmer on November 07, 2019, 12:02:57 PM
still have to do the pins,
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 07, 2019, 12:07:35 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 07, 2019, 05:27:40 PM
Whad he do?
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:bigsmyl:
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Post by: Crooked Stic on November 12, 2019, 08:52:16 AM
. It is imported but they cut the width you need. best to ask for lengthwise then you have some left for another riser. It is all 2 in. thick.
Post by: Bob D on November 12, 2019, 09:24:11 AM
Today? I shoveled snow.... :help:
Me too :tongue:
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 12, 2019, 09:47:09 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 12, 2019, 10:01:50 AM
Well I was looking at this pic and not seeing the flat spot finally. Hmm say you lost a couple FPS ? Is that a crack in the end of the riser there? maybe thats it.Shredd you ever figured this out yet ???
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 12, 2019, 10:32:18 AM
Is that one of my staves too?:)
Oh crap Shreddy, that crack gotta be a bummer...
Post by: Forwardhandle on November 12, 2019, 10:34:41 AM
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True dat! :knothead:
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Post by: Mad Max on November 14, 2019, 03:05:32 PM
:thumbsup:
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 14, 2019, 03:07:02 PM
I didn't know you collected butterflies too?
How sweet:)
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Post by: Captain*Kirk on November 14, 2019, 09:38:26 PM
I didn't know you collected butterflies too?
How sweet:)
I'll bet he shot every single one of them...on the wing...in deepest, darkest Africa. :archer2:
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 15, 2019, 07:00:11 AM
It's hunting season stickypops..
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Post by: Mad Max on November 16, 2019, 08:40:20 PM
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Post by: Shredd on November 16, 2019, 09:05:22 PM
Post by: monterey on November 16, 2019, 09:11:51 PM
Post by: Mad Max on November 16, 2019, 09:23:48 PM
They are out looking for roosters that aren't candidates for capon.
Hey,Hey, Hey------Speak for yourself monterey :laughing:
Post by: monterey on November 16, 2019, 11:54:36 PM
Post by: Petrichor on November 17, 2019, 04:31:25 AM
Bow is 60" right now and layed out for 3 under. Hoping to hit a draw weight in the 60-70# range.
Post by: Petrichor on November 17, 2019, 04:57:31 AM
Post by: Forwardhandle on November 17, 2019, 09:39:07 AM
Post by: Pat B on November 17, 2019, 12:05:46 PM
I'm assuming your draw length is 28" and if so I think kicking the tips up a little also will help with the long draw for a short stave. I'd say 28" is at the limit for a 60" selfbow and depending how much working limbs you'll have could over stress the bow.
Post by: Petrichor on November 17, 2019, 02:30:17 PM
Some prop twist is acceptable in selfbows where it would not be with glass bows. You don't have very much twist, relatively speaking and it can be heated out but also tillered out. I'd get the limbs bending evenly and together and get to low brace and see the effects of the twist then like where it is and how much twist is in each limb. Once you are at that point you can clamp the stave to a caul and with heat, clamps and small wood wedges work out the twist(at least most of it) and at the same time add a bit of reflex.
I'm assuming your draw length is 28" and if so I think kicking the tips up a little also will help with the long draw for a short stave. I'd say 28" is at the limit for a 60" selfbow and depending how much working limbs you'll have could over stress the bow.
I have a 26" draw. Here are some pics of the twist.
Post by: Pat B on November 17, 2019, 05:51:22 PM
Like I said before you can tiller out twist too. It is at full draw where you see good tiller, not in a relaxed stave. By removing wood from the strong side of each limb as the bow is drawn when you hit full draw the twist can be eliminated even though it is still there when relaxed.
Post by: Petrichor on November 17, 2019, 06:48:19 PM
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Post by: Mad Max on November 18, 2019, 08:30:02 AM
Well my customer got his bow and is pretty happy with it... Called it a 'shooter'... Sent me some pics... It is very rewarding when someone likes and appreciates something that you made... The pics are at 25 - 30 and 35yds...
Nice job Shredd :clapper:
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 18, 2019, 08:31:34 AM
Post by: Mad Max on November 18, 2019, 08:48:39 AM
That is some very fine shooting.
Dang Roy
You said something nice about Shreddy's Cracked Bow :jumper:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 18, 2019, 09:59:17 AM
(http://i.imgur.com/DAtuEzb.jpg) (https://imgur.com/DAtuEzb)
Post by: Petrichor on November 18, 2019, 12:49:54 PM
Petrich you can also steam them , those lateral bends are delcate bends you cant force them to much if you got your limb thickness down to 5/8-1/2" you can steam a area for about an hour and take them out at different areas along the limbs you can make a simple caul out of 2 x4 or 6 steam generally works better then dry heat for those type bends for me ! I use a deep fryer for steam ! and you can take that deflex out at the same time .
Any worries about checking with adding steam in the equation this far in? Is this also something I should just fix with tillering?
Post by: Flem on November 18, 2019, 02:04:27 PM
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Post by: Mad Max on November 18, 2019, 02:10:16 PM
:laughing:
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Post by: Crooked Stic on November 19, 2019, 07:44:33 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 19, 2019, 08:23:33 AM
Congrats, Mike...
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 19, 2019, 10:08:38 AM
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Post by: Crooked Stic on November 19, 2019, 11:18:58 AM
Well I did think about you Roy NOT :laughing: :bigsmyl:
Post by: Shredd on November 19, 2019, 11:25:59 AM
Here is the sister bow to the last one I made... It came in at 39.7# Shoots sweet, very fast and smooth draw... I'm keeping this one for myself...
And I am shipping this beauty out in the next day or so... Zebra, Wenge and Padouk... He liked the Take-down so much, he's buying this one too... :) :)
Post by: Mad Max on November 19, 2019, 11:30:12 AM
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Post by: monterey on November 19, 2019, 03:24:38 PM
Put a carpet backdrop up for my friends that don't shoot straight... No more lost arrows... Yay...!!!
Here is the sister bow to the last one I made... It came in at 39.7# Shoots sweet, very fast and smooth draw... I'm keeping this one for myself...
And I am shipping this beauty out in the next day or so... Zebra, Wenge and Padouk... He liked the Take-down so much, he's buying this one too... :) :)
Nice! Although just looking at it I'd a taken it for 39.9#! :)
Post by: Bvas on November 19, 2019, 05:33:17 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 21, 2019, 11:01:46 AM
Leave it to a guy from Florida to cut a slot in the riser...
Post by: Shredd on November 21, 2019, 11:14:03 AM
Thats a beauty Shredd. I'm starting to like the shelf groove. Don't remember why you said it was there, but it adds a nice visual element to your bows :thumbsup:
Some people think its weird because they are not used to seeing it... But I say don't knock it until you try it... I like your idea on the blued stainless...
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 21, 2019, 11:31:09 AM
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Post by: Captain*Kirk on November 21, 2019, 03:26:59 PM
Post by: Shredd on November 21, 2019, 04:58:41 PM
I thought for years folks used elevated arrow rests for shooting vanes?
Leave it to a guy from Florida to cut a slot in the riser...
Why not keep the arrow closer to the hand???
Post by: Fishinglink on November 21, 2019, 05:29:30 PM
So best case scenario I may be able to shoot winter league still.
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 21, 2019, 06:05:38 PM
Why make 3 piece bows with nuts and bolts on them to hold them together?
Indians made real bows.
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 21, 2019, 06:06:27 PM
:thumbsup:
Post by: Shredd on November 21, 2019, 08:00:26 PM
Why add glass to a wood bow when it shoots great without glass?
Why make 3 piece bows with nuts and bolts on them to hold them together?
Indians made real bows.
Blah, Blah, Blah... Why use electric and modern tools... Why use your vehicle and gasoline... I am sure that you use more modern stuff than primitive stuff... Let it go Roy... To each his own... If you are gonna be an Indian then go all the way and be an Indian not a poser, wanna-be Indian... Your whining about Gwass Bows is getting old... Not sure what you got against fiberglass they been using it for years in all kinds of things... If you can't say anything positive, say nothing at all... Next time you use your spoke shave I hope you realize that you did not mine the ore, melt it down and make your own tool...
Glass is just another tool... It is fast and it is stable... Send me your address and I will send you a lollipop...
Post by: Mad Max on November 21, 2019, 08:10:59 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 22, 2019, 06:49:41 AM
:wavey: Shreddy
Mad Max was nice enough to send me a sweet slightly snakey osage stave that was cut in 2015 by Osage Outlaw in Indiana.
Thanks Mark
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 22, 2019, 08:10:35 AM
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Post by: Mad Max on November 22, 2019, 09:05:38 AM
I should have kept that one :knothead:
Post by: Mad Max on November 22, 2019, 09:25:14 AM
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Post by: monterey on November 22, 2019, 02:24:55 PM
Post by: Bvas on November 22, 2019, 03:33:43 PM
Now Roy has a new thumping stick :knothead:
Post by: Mad Max on November 22, 2019, 05:20:18 PM
He still need to chase a ring first, If he can :laughing:
Post by: Forwardhandle on November 22, 2019, 05:26:22 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 22, 2019, 06:04:09 PM
Post by: Mad Max on November 22, 2019, 06:08:22 PM
The grain on this Osage board is running off to the side, so I laid out my bamboo on a angle to work mo better.
And glued up the Z splice.
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Post by: kennym on November 22, 2019, 06:19:21 PM
I had about $260 in it including engine and I gave the car we took the motor out of back to the guy I got t from ! Wish I had it back now!! The truck that is! :)
Post by: Garman on November 22, 2019, 07:51:29 PM
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Post by: Mad Max on November 23, 2019, 06:47:20 AM
My first vehicle was a Farmall H W/ 5 on the floor faded red with a bouncey seat If I wanted to get fancy just hooked a tall grain wagon to it and threw a tarp over it for a tent.
:laughing:
Post by: Shredd on November 23, 2019, 09:11:36 AM
Post by: Flem on November 23, 2019, 09:55:21 AM
Anyways, mine was a '69 VW Fastback with a rebuilt, fuel infected '71 1600cc
Sounds macho eh?
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Post by: Mad Max on November 23, 2019, 06:51:16 PM
Max... Where is your truck??
It's in the barn :laughing: :saywhat:
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 24, 2019, 06:10:31 AM
Can't use dogs for bear in Pa.
Post the truck Mark..
I'll print it out and shoot arrahs at it.
Post by: Mad Max on November 24, 2019, 08:56:05 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Dtwmt0l.jpg)
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 24, 2019, 10:07:59 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 24, 2019, 07:54:34 PM
Post by: Mad Max on November 24, 2019, 08:12:05 PM
1956 chevy truck
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 24, 2019, 08:27:28 PM
Post by: kennym on November 24, 2019, 08:38:48 PM
BTW I love Toyotas too, had a great one but my 16 yo liked it so much I let him have it. Big tires ya know...
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 24, 2019, 08:56:21 PM
:laughing:
Post by: kennym on November 24, 2019, 09:20:23 PM
Post by: Mad Max on November 24, 2019, 09:36:35 PM
When did chevy start making a truck?
1918
Post by: Flem on November 25, 2019, 12:02:57 AM
Even got my hot box up out of the way
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 25, 2019, 05:41:24 AM
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Post by: Flem on November 25, 2019, 09:20:07 AM
Nice... Makes you get excited about the next project so you can clutter it all up again... :)
Boy oh boy, ain't that the truth! If I can only force myself to put things away.....
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 25, 2019, 01:37:55 PM
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Post by: Mad Max on November 25, 2019, 04:11:32 PM
Looks like a Recurve
:o
Post by: Shredd on November 25, 2019, 05:12:43 PM
No, it is a R/D bow...
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 25, 2019, 08:00:22 PM
Shredd that form got a flat spot LMAO(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191126/7abc8c7f666050435202ef4bcc23163b.jpg)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 25, 2019, 09:14:33 PM
:laughing:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 26, 2019, 06:05:00 AM
:wavey:
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Post by: Bob D on November 26, 2019, 04:51:58 PM
Sorry to hear that Mike.
Sunday we were supposed to get 8 inches and only got a bit of over one. :jumper: :thumbsup:
Post by: Mad Max on November 26, 2019, 06:29:58 PM
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Post by: mtblucas on November 26, 2019, 07:30:54 PM
Hmph, whaddya know, it did snow. :o
Where in Colorado are you?
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 26, 2019, 07:50:58 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 26, 2019, 08:46:27 PM
You ok?
Post by: Mad Max on November 26, 2019, 09:01:42 PM
Post by: monterey on November 26, 2019, 10:27:41 PM
Hmph, whaddya know, it did snow. :o
Where in Colorado are you?
Arvada
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Post by: Crooked Stic on November 27, 2019, 10:28:05 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 27, 2019, 10:33:30 AM
Now I like that.
Yer nighty night blankey is cute too:)
Post by: Forwardhandle on November 27, 2019, 11:22:01 AM
Post by: Mad Max on November 27, 2019, 12:02:32 PM
Looks good
Post by: Crooked Stic on November 27, 2019, 01:20:57 PM
Post by: Shredd on November 27, 2019, 06:51:37 PM
Wishing You All A Very Happy Thanksgiving....
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Post by: Captain*Kirk on November 28, 2019, 10:17:37 PM
Good stats there Shreddy :thumbsup: got my self bow floor tillered and reflex put in today Happy Thanks Giving to all !
That almost looks similar to a board bow. Very nice workmanship!
Post by: Shredd on November 29, 2019, 12:01:33 AM
Shreddy every thing about these timber bows is time consuming !
Just keep remembering... Its not about the destination... Its about the path... Just keep enjoying the process... :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 29, 2019, 07:20:16 AM
Go furit:)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 29, 2019, 09:23:03 AM
Post by: Mad Max on November 29, 2019, 09:30:04 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 29, 2019, 09:35:48 AM
Post by: Mad Max on November 29, 2019, 10:00:15 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 29, 2019, 11:34:56 AM
Post by: Shredd on November 29, 2019, 12:23:15 PM
Ya got me confused wif Shreddy boy short fuse:)
Lol... Sorry... Never mean any harm... Just a black and white kinda guy and sometimes lack a sense of humor... I might also come off cocky but it's more my mind just spewing out than my ego... I am just passionate and put stuff out there without too much thought of how I may look or appear...
Hope you guys don't look at me in a bad way... I am a good guy that looks out for his friends and always wanting to help... Although I have been called painfully honest... I am alone 99% of the time working on stuff so I never quite mastered social skills... So joking around is not always priority on my list...
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 29, 2019, 12:27:23 PM
:thumbsup: :campfire:
It's that sticktpops guy who is a pain in the a$$...
Post by: Buemaker on November 29, 2019, 03:57:53 PM
You are okay Shredd.
Will be interesting to see how that one turns out Kenny.
Post by: Mad Max on November 29, 2019, 05:43:27 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/Na2dhty.jpg)
Riser glued on
(https://i.imgur.com/7g07KWl.jpg)
I got a piece of Ipe for the second boo backing for a Tri lam
(https://i.imgur.com/JtP80Xv.jpg)
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 29, 2019, 06:02:40 PM
Looks good.
Post by: Buemaker on November 29, 2019, 06:21:35 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on November 29, 2019, 06:30:37 PM
Post by: mtblucas on November 29, 2019, 06:34:38 PM
Hmph, whaddya know, it did snow. :o
Where in Colorado are you?
Arvada
Nice, I’m still digging out up in Broomfield!
Post by: monterey on November 30, 2019, 12:07:50 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on November 30, 2019, 01:12:31 PM
Post by: Mad Max on November 30, 2019, 05:59:46 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on November 30, 2019, 06:07:10 PM
Post by: Mad Max on November 30, 2019, 07:50:55 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/nO9gWrz.jpg)
Post by: Bvas on November 30, 2019, 08:25:41 PM
That should end up nicer than Roy’s favorite Trilam.
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:biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Post by: Mad Max on November 30, 2019, 08:39:00 PM
That's to fancy for us
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 01, 2019, 05:13:42 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 01, 2019, 06:54:52 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 01, 2019, 12:06:48 PM
Looking good Max
Post by: kennym on December 01, 2019, 12:27:37 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 01, 2019, 12:30:20 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on December 01, 2019, 01:38:55 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 02, 2019, 07:34:07 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/UVlmDeL.jpg)
Post by: bigbob2 on December 02, 2019, 07:37:23 PM
Post by: Shredd on December 02, 2019, 08:25:27 PM
Post by: ztontonz on December 02, 2019, 08:54:11 PM
Rough shaped her today. Can’t wait to string it now!
Post by: Mad Max on December 02, 2019, 09:51:21 PM
Thanks guys
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 03, 2019, 04:16:32 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 03, 2019, 09:07:56 PM
When we gonna see it out of the clamps/form?
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 04, 2019, 04:40:10 PM
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191204/e8809a82cd35e934def757b8359ef988.jpg)
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Post by: Roy from Pa on December 04, 2019, 04:44:07 PM
Post by: ztontonz on December 04, 2019, 06:51:49 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 04, 2019, 07:07:34 PM
Looks nice Mark.
When we gonna see it out of the clamps/form?
I will get a picture up tomorrow
Looks like stable core on the bottom of the limb butt stic
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 04, 2019, 07:35:31 PM
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Post by: kennym on December 04, 2019, 07:48:00 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 04, 2019, 08:03:56 PM
Would make cool tip overlays on grass bows...
:wavey:
Post by: kennym on December 04, 2019, 08:18:57 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 04, 2019, 08:25:24 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 04, 2019, 08:54:54 PM
Proly oughta put it tween tha bamboo and sage soo,s they dont blowup. :laughing: :wavey:
X2
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 04, 2019, 08:59:18 PM
Ya other 2 birds stay outta it...
:wavey:
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 04, 2019, 09:05:06 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on December 05, 2019, 05:41:26 AM
LOL
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 05, 2019, 05:58:38 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 05, 2019, 06:51:19 AM
Post by: kennym on December 05, 2019, 06:52:38 AM
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 05, 2019, 07:37:36 AM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on December 05, 2019, 09:17:16 AM
Post by: Mad Max on December 05, 2019, 09:26:12 AM
What's that in inches?
LOL
It's a mite hair over 1/64".
You have to get your Binoculars to read dat. :laughing:
Post by: Mad Max on December 05, 2019, 04:42:43 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/y32Qf9L.jpg)
The riser for the Ipe (boo and Ipe)
(https://i.imgur.com/lcWKYTA.jpg)
I bought a Mouth Atomizer and tried James Parker style, I like it :)
I used 1/4 cup Denatured Alcohol and 27 grains of dye.
(https://i.imgur.com/anR8fZS.jpg)
Post by: Pat B on December 05, 2019, 04:47:55 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 05, 2019, 04:48:26 PM
I love that dye you are using, and that's all I use..
The silver gray is my favorite on Osage..
Post by: Mad Max on December 05, 2019, 05:59:48 PM
I've watched James use the mouth atomizer on his bows. Looking forward to seeing your results, Mark. :thumbsup:
Put your glasses on Pat it's just above the Dye bottles :o
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 06, 2019, 07:26:53 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 06, 2019, 07:34:57 AM
I didn't tell Maxi I don't like the spotty bar room floor finish.
Post by: Mad Max on December 06, 2019, 08:51:28 AM
Now, You go to your corner stic :tongue:
Let's see what the back of you bamboo looks like roy.
I tried wipe it on and did ent like it. :dunno:
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 06, 2019, 09:00:14 AM
Thought ya knew that?
(http://i.imgur.com/7Sz65Qx.jpg) (https://imgur.com/7Sz65Qx)
(http://i.imgur.com/cFjE3dz.jpg) (https://imgur.com/cFjE3dz)
(http://i.imgur.com/4V8efNu.jpg) (https://imgur.com/4V8efNu)
Post by: Flem on December 06, 2019, 09:22:15 AM
I think you have to join the circus to get certified
Post by: Mad Max on December 06, 2019, 10:23:15 AM
That’s what I did.
I have scraped before
Post by: Mad Max on December 06, 2019, 10:27:57 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 06, 2019, 10:56:28 AM
I don't know if that would be compatible before and after with Acetone?
I use a scraper to remove the rind then sand with 320.
Looks like something is not working on your end there.
Post by: Mad Max on December 06, 2019, 11:04:55 AM
Then dye it
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 06, 2019, 02:04:33 PM
I scrape the rind off with a scraper then sand lightly with 320 length wise then wipe with clean rag dampened with denatured alcohol.
Just barely get the rind off, don't go too deep.
Post by: Mad Max on December 06, 2019, 04:46:31 PM
Under the white is yellow strands!!
More info. on the Acetone please??????
Thanks Roy
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 06, 2019, 05:26:05 PM
You don't want to get down into the power fibers.
Do not use acetone on this bow.
I doubt the alcohol base dye you have is compatible with acetone residue.
Post by: Mad Max on December 06, 2019, 05:42:57 PM
Post by: Eric Krewson on December 08, 2019, 09:33:59 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 08, 2019, 01:42:58 PM
I'm wondering if the alcohol based dye is having a bad reaction to the acetone.
Post by: Mad Max on December 08, 2019, 06:38:24 PM
The dye job came out exactly like I wanted it to. :jumper:
(https://i.imgur.com/anR8fZS.jpg)
I did the Ipe one last night, scraped (like you said) and used the Mouth Atomizer again and got the same thing.
The large spots are done buy a paint brush with 2 or 3 hairs on it and dip it into Denatured Alcohol or dye. :jumper:
I watched the Poor folk video 2 weeks ago, I like that too, but I wanted to do the way James Parker does it.
Post by: Mad Max on December 08, 2019, 06:53:42 PM
He does them like yours too.
Next time I will use less Denatured Alcohol
(https://i.imgur.com/1tDtspw.jpg)
Post by: Flem on December 08, 2019, 07:33:35 PM
Post by: kennym on December 08, 2019, 07:36:27 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 08, 2019, 07:57:34 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 08, 2019, 08:10:34 PM
Not gonna tell ya what I think of it:)
:wavey:
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 08, 2019, 08:26:27 PM
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Post by: Mad Max on December 08, 2019, 09:09:48 PM
Roy,stic,Flem :deadhorse:
:tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue: :tongue:
I wish cotton was a monkey. :pray:
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 08, 2019, 10:21:20 PM
Post by: bigbob2 on December 09, 2019, 12:25:07 AM
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 09, 2019, 04:26:09 AM
Days depending on the age of the stave steam can add moister or take it out ! Steam corrections some times can come out if not followed by heat treating on the same caul, also with osage the caul needs to be butter smooth like a glass form if there is any imperfections it will show in the limbs after proper dry heating
I see the self bow kick is back this year :bigsmyl:
Post by: bigbob2 on December 09, 2019, 05:48:56 AM
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Post by: Flem on December 09, 2019, 09:58:49 AM
Maybe they need to brush their teeth and floss before spitting on the bamboo.
Post by: Flem on December 09, 2019, 11:27:26 AM
You need the new saliva based stain and finish; "SPITSHINE"!. Guaranteed to put a smile on anybody with salivary glands. Works with a full set of teeth or dentures. Always filtered, so you never see what the chemists had for lunch!
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 09, 2019, 11:57:42 AM
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Post by: Flem on December 10, 2019, 01:15:09 PM
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Post by: Flem on December 10, 2019, 01:23:45 PM
I love my wood stove, but not that much.
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 10, 2019, 01:25:29 PM
Hain't no doubt in my mind:)
Post by: Garman on December 10, 2019, 02:24:12 PM
I don't about the rest of you folks, but I have a uniform I wear in the shop. Same thing every time, damn fiberglass. So I had the great idea one cold morning, I'll warm up my overalls on the wood stove. Lesson learned, don't ever walk away from your clothes on the wood stove. I actually thought they were ok until I washed them. No charing, just brown and smoking a little.
Just an FYI to you guys!! Trapping supply dealer sell rubber full length (5') aprons that work great for this type of work. Keeps most if not all fiberglass off your clothes.
Post by: Flem on December 10, 2019, 02:36:10 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 10, 2019, 02:55:00 PM
Post by: Garman on December 10, 2019, 03:21:24 PM
Pink aprons?
Light Blue!! LOL Goes with my Eyes!
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 10, 2019, 04:11:13 PM
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Post by: Bvas on December 10, 2019, 04:41:05 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 10, 2019, 06:07:54 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/fUekONp.jpg)
Post by: Buemaker on December 11, 2019, 08:18:13 AM
Will be a straight limb one with one inch backset.
All three full length lams have a .003 taper.
(https://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/EB21C5DE-3C93-4CF4-9270-3BF5F207FEAC_zpsbybjr8ic.jpeg) (https://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/EB21C5DE-3C93-4CF4-9270-3BF5F207FEAC_zpsbybjr8ic.jpeg.html)
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 11, 2019, 08:39:54 AM
Post by: Flem on December 11, 2019, 03:45:28 PM
Is that a typical amount of taper for the design?
Post by: Mad Max on December 11, 2019, 04:05:16 PM
Post by: Buemaker on December 11, 2019, 04:08:05 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 11, 2019, 04:11:02 PM
Post by: Bob D on December 11, 2019, 09:22:44 PM
Usually we have about 18 inches on the ground by now and you have to shovel before you shoot. Snowing hard out now so that ends that. :tongue:
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Post by: monterey on December 11, 2019, 10:11:21 PM
Putting a trilam together. Belly european hornbeam, center european walnut, backing hard american maple, powerlam jatoba.
Will be a straight limb one with one inch backset.
All three full length lams have a .003 taper.
(https://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/EB21C5DE-3C93-4CF4-9270-3BF5F207FEAC_zpsbybjr8ic.jpeg) (https://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/EB21C5DE-3C93-4CF4-9270-3BF5F207FEAC_zpsbybjr8ic.jpeg.html)
Looking forward to following this.
Post by: ztontonz on December 11, 2019, 10:56:22 PM
I shot a couple arrow too. Noisy... No hand, good speed but it is loud. I need to think about a way to improve this
Post by: Buemaker on December 12, 2019, 10:15:26 AM
(https://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/3C8A9076-3980-41BD-98B7-21BE36DBF91F_zps3h2gapkr.jpeg) (https://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/3C8A9076-3980-41BD-98B7-21BE36DBF91F_zps3h2gapkr.jpeg.html)
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 12, 2019, 10:47:09 AM
:laughing: :thumbsup:
Post by: Mad Max on December 12, 2019, 10:49:20 AM
Post by: Buemaker on December 12, 2019, 10:57:43 AM
Need a desk chair in my shop, so I can sit down comfortably and have a stiff drink before operating machines. Need to steady them old nerves. :goldtooth:
Post by: Flem on December 12, 2019, 11:11:59 AM
No dry rot, they have been taken well care of.
Need a desk chair in my shop, so I can sit down comfortably and have a stiff drink before operating machines. Need to steady them old nerves. :goldtooth:
I'm with you on that one Bue. Thats why this is my solvent of choice. Sometimes you need a slap on the head.
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Post by: Mad Max on December 12, 2019, 04:15:34 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 12, 2019, 05:09:54 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 12, 2019, 06:06:06 PM
Thats a real man's solvent :laughing:
I'll be rite over :laughing:
Post by: Buemaker on December 12, 2019, 06:24:22 PM
Post by: scrub-buster on December 13, 2019, 12:45:52 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/9PQFDuT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/b6lk4Sz.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/A3ezWOs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/VAK09Vr.jpg)
I also cut into a wild cherry tree that has been down for a while. It looks like it's spalted in areas. The outside is kind of mushy but the inside seems solid. I think it's worth taking to a saw mill and getting it cut into boards. I'm hoping the spalting gets better towards the trunk.
(https://i.imgur.com/PgeSCMf.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PfXpJcR.jpg)
Post by: Flem on December 13, 2019, 10:33:25 AM
Post by: Buemaker on December 13, 2019, 11:11:34 AM
Post by: Pat B on December 13, 2019, 11:18:28 AM
The cherry looks nice. Should make some nice lumber.
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 13, 2019, 11:22:59 AM
I'm surprised that Husqvarna even cut through it:)
Post by: flyonline on December 13, 2019, 06:47:14 PM
Might take a while though :biglaugh:
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Post by: Mad Max on December 13, 2019, 06:56:04 PM
I like the snakey stuff
Post by: Buemaker on December 15, 2019, 03:28:21 PM
Putting a trilam together. Belly european hornbeam, center european walnut, backing hard american maple, powerlam jatoba.Got this one glued up and cleaned on the sides, have not quite decided what I will make of it.
Will be a straight limb one with one inch backset.
All three full length lams have a .003 taper.
(https://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/EB21C5DE-3C93-4CF4-9270-3BF5F207FEAC_zpsbybjr8ic.jpeg) (https://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/EB21C5DE-3C93-4CF4-9270-3BF5F207FEAC_zpsbybjr8ic.jpeg.html)
(https://i1289.photobucket.com/albums/b506/timian46/BFA9A7FE-D2AE-42C0-BF0B-7A4B8A355FA9_zpsc9nyuptj.jpeg) (https://s1289.photobucket.com/user/timian46/media/BFA9A7FE-D2AE-42C0-BF0B-7A4B8A355FA9_zpsc9nyuptj.jpeg.html)
Post by: Buemaker on December 15, 2019, 03:30:07 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 16, 2019, 05:21:29 PM
My next bow ready for glue up.
Jerry's bow ready for glue up.
Jerry working on a grip.
Jerry's bow in hot box.
Got some splitting to do below on this Ohio Osage.
Post by: Mad Max on December 16, 2019, 05:55:17 PM
show us how you do it :thumbsup:
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 16, 2019, 06:02:16 PM
It's 6 feet long but the far end is a little rough.
So I'll take 36 inches off the near end for lams and the other end will be risers.
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 16, 2019, 06:08:35 PM
Post by: bow loving man on December 16, 2019, 10:20:25 PM
Post by: ztontonz on December 17, 2019, 01:22:18 AM
Post by: Bob D on December 17, 2019, 11:12:55 AM
Post by: bow loving man on December 17, 2019, 05:06:21 PM
Post by: bow loving man on December 17, 2019, 06:11:18 PM
Post by: bow loving man on December 17, 2019, 06:41:36 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 17, 2019, 06:47:10 PM
Post by: bow loving man on December 17, 2019, 09:08:07 PM
Yes, more pictures. More info. Inquiring minds want to know. :laugh:
Post by: Flem on December 18, 2019, 09:44:11 PM
Post by: ztontonz on December 19, 2019, 01:46:24 PM
Here is a picture at 28”.
Any thoughts?
Post by: Mad Max on December 19, 2019, 05:38:23 PM
what do you have for taper, not counting the tip wedge?
how thick and how long is your tip wedge?
Post by: Flem on December 19, 2019, 06:02:49 PM
What woods did you use?
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 19, 2019, 06:51:15 PM
Post by: ztontonz on December 20, 2019, 05:59:17 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 20, 2019, 05:05:52 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 20, 2019, 05:19:43 PM
:bigsmyl:
Post by: Bvas on December 20, 2019, 09:52:26 PM
Post by: Pat B on December 21, 2019, 02:49:33 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/KUzsqLT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FRMzxhb.jpg)
Post by: Buemaker on December 21, 2019, 03:12:52 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 21, 2019, 03:38:46 PM
pass it on
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 21, 2019, 03:57:38 PM
Post by: bow loving man on December 21, 2019, 04:00:46 PM
Post by: Pat B on December 21, 2019, 04:41:56 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 22, 2019, 10:10:00 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191222/a561c902f202991da21047314038a73f.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191222/b7bde7d64647641fe459f22c3ebf4e50.jpg)
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 23, 2019, 07:26:02 AM
https://youtu.be/iCHSrbJkkcY
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 23, 2019, 08:30:54 AM
Post by: David Flanrey on December 23, 2019, 08:39:04 AM
Very nice quiver Pat!
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 23, 2019, 12:03:07 PM
Denny heat treating yew bow.
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Jerry working on trilam.
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Post by: Mad Max on December 23, 2019, 12:15:30 PM
Post by: kennym on December 23, 2019, 01:28:27 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 23, 2019, 03:04:30 PM
I ran it through 10 times and it still comes out flatter than the first pass?
Hell wif it, I z spliced them up.
(http://i.imgur.com/qxFL2Ze.jpg) (https://imgur.com/qxFL2Ze)
(http://i.imgur.com/kp7KOkc.jpg) (https://imgur.com/kp7KOkc)
Cut the bow out today, next up is the farriers rasp to the sides to clean her up.
Feels very stout, hope not too stout:)
(http://i.imgur.com/kyphEXf.jpg) (https://imgur.com/kyphEXf)
(http://i.imgur.com/RqDjWsW.jpg) (https://imgur.com/RqDjWsW)
(http://i.imgur.com/mmkq2e3.jpg) (https://imgur.com/mmkq2e3)
(http://i.imgur.com/l9oDfbU.jpg) (https://imgur.com/l9oDfbU)
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 23, 2019, 05:11:13 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 23, 2019, 05:16:03 PM
mostakes :bigsmyl: :laughing:
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 23, 2019, 06:04:40 PM
They are bows in various stages of building.
Post by: Mad Max on December 23, 2019, 06:15:27 PM
sounds like you guy's have a good time :thumbsup:
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 23, 2019, 06:23:24 PM
Post by: monterey on December 23, 2019, 06:52:26 PM
Been as many as 8 at one time.
That's a lot of beer and flat spots! :)
I don't have to worry about flat spots cause my bench is so wavy!
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 24, 2019, 01:17:54 PM
Post by: kennym on December 24, 2019, 02:10:08 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on December 24, 2019, 03:45:16 PM
You also.
Post by: kennym on December 24, 2019, 03:49:08 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 24, 2019, 04:49:28 PM
LOL
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 24, 2019, 04:53:10 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 24, 2019, 05:00:00 PM
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 24, 2019, 06:08:13 PM
Post by: Mad Max on December 24, 2019, 06:46:44 PM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 24, 2019, 09:15:00 PM
I heat induced a little reflex into the last 7 inches of the belly lam osage tips before glue up.
Thanks Mark
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 24, 2019, 09:28:41 PM
Post by: flyonline on December 26, 2019, 04:41:04 AM
Truth be told this is a complete experiment/new experience on my behalf. First time using 'boo backing, first time using this epoxy in a bow (used it plenty in wet composite layups), and first time using a vacuum to clamp timber - good ol' food saver this time, but I have a proper vacuum pump 4/5ths finished ready for service. Glued up flat, though I did play with clamping in some reflex to see if I can before sucking the vacuum down.
69" nock to nock, 1.25" wide through the middle tapering to ~5/8" at the tips with the limb tapering the last 20". 19mm thick at the handle tapering to 1/2" at the tips which is way too thick, pulling 50lb and yet to get to brace height. Modeled off plans I got somewhere (sorry can't remember to give credit). If you focus about 100m past the bow and after a few whiskeys, it might pass for an ELB :laughing:
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Post by: Roy from Pa on December 29, 2019, 02:29:38 PM
But it was fun.
Best part of the day was watching 5 year old Teddy shooting:)
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 29, 2019, 03:53:15 PM
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Post by: Roy from Pa on December 30, 2019, 10:15:02 AM
Was nice walking and shooting though.
Feathers on the arrows didn't like it too well, they looked sick and flat:)
Post by: Flem on December 30, 2019, 10:49:26 AM
You guy's are tough back there in PA, no socks or gloves!
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 30, 2019, 12:58:25 PM
45 isn't cold, Flem:)
Post by: Flem on December 30, 2019, 03:11:37 PM
I don't know about you guys, but I need to burn a few extra calories during the holidays and of course stay in shape for bow hunting. Not enough snow here for any fun, so here is my larda$$ preventer. Ice is unforgiving :scared:
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Post by: kennym on December 30, 2019, 04:09:35 PM
Post by: Crooked Stic on December 30, 2019, 04:30:50 PM
Post by: wood carver 2 on December 30, 2019, 04:38:56 PM
Dave.
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 30, 2019, 04:59:04 PM
Post by: Flem on December 30, 2019, 08:54:21 PM
Post by: Bvas on December 30, 2019, 09:05:53 PM
If those don’t work, you could try studded tires.
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 31, 2019, 06:45:08 AM
Post by: Flem on December 31, 2019, 10:51:41 AM
Post by: Roy from Pa on December 31, 2019, 11:12:42 AM
Post by: Flem on December 31, 2019, 11:31:50 AM
Was walking out to the wood pile this morning and saw this;
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Post by: Eric Krewson on December 31, 2019, 11:54:06 AM
My buddies church has a huge fish fry on the first Saturday of the month that I really enjoy, it is coming up this Saturday. I will go on a low carb diet the next day, if I can keep my resolve I can drop pounds like a rock. The problem is this is the most boring diet on the planet, you have meat broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage one day and cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and meat the next day.
Last time I followed this diet years ago I shed pounds very quickly, was never hungry and slept better than I ever did did but was bored to death with meals. It also took a lot more preparation for each meal than going out to eat or ordering a pizza.
Post by: Forwardhandle on December 31, 2019, 12:21:19 PM
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Post by: Forwardhandle on December 31, 2019, 02:52:54 PM