Played with my new Arrow Master today after work.
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easy to get arrows out of quickly.
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This is the stalking strap that works great for when you have to crawl. I just hooked it to my belt loop.
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hangs good when shooting - don't even know it's there. Went through the brush great when I went scouting for turkeys too. I think Rod has a winner! :)
that sure is a nice quiver. where can i get one
Rod Jenkins of Safari Tuff makes them. He is a sponsor here.
how quiet is it?
Looks good Denny. Is the strap padded and/or wider at the shoulder?
Ian, very quiet. The shell is Buck Suede and there is a band of fleece inside where the feathers rest. The side puts pressure against the shafts like a good back quiver and there is 1 1/2" foam in the bottom.
David, the strap is the same size at the shoulder. Fully loaded my quiver weighs 2 1/2 pounds. It doesn't cut in at all and slides to different positions easily.
Dave, along with what Denny said....there aint enough weight to need a wider or padded shoulder strap....but I bet you could add one easily if you wanted.
I've been using the Arrow Master for about 6 months now, and I like it a lot. If you need more arrows that a bow quiver will tote, this is a dandy way to tote em....can't add much more than Denny already has.
C'ept a photo of a TX Lightening Doe......
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I like the look of that quiver! Rod makes some good stuff! ;) :thumbsup:
Man that looks great!! Hopefully Rod can get them up on his site soon!! :thumbsup:
Denny is there also some type of protective end cap that the foam is in? How well do the arrows stay in? I really like this style of quiver but my simmons one sure is noisy.
They stay in really well for me....as the foam in the bottom hugs the Bheads really well, and I've waited for them to slide out several times when I was crawling around, but they never did.
Thanks Terry, other than the foam is there something on the end that would protect you from a broadhead?
Yeah...I think its a PVC cap or something cause its not just in the bottom if I remember, but it comes up the sides as well. If Denny don't know Rod could tell ya.
Rod,are these available yet?
What is the cost of this fine quiver?
Pat...all the info is on his site.
Looks good Denny, and by the looks at that second photo, you will be able to sneak out of the house easier without Marie seeing you.
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It looks like the arrows are covered from the top is that correct?
Also does it come with anything to cover the hole where you pull your arrows out form the side?
Thanks, for the info...
Arrowslinger...yes theres a 3''long polypropylene safety cap, with an 1 1/2'' foam insert for broadhead retention
Drew.... the Arrowmaster can be used with the Storm cap in place for a closed end or without for those bluebird days afield. No cover for the arrow slot, but personally I never minded my shafts getting a little wet(just as long as my fletching remained dry)...The Arrowmaster does have a carbon drain tube for those days ya get caught in a shower...or just want to go huntin and dont mind getting a little wet :D
Storm cap:
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Carbon drain tube :
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Thanks to Terry and Denny the Arrowmaster got another thoughly field tested season...and Terry was the first to notice a slight feather noise from the fletch end, which resulted in the addition of a fleece band and a totally quiet quiver. Thanks guys! :notworthy:
Im seriously liking the looks of that quiver! I tried hunting with a back quiver, a bow quiver and a home made tube(PVC-heavy but kept my arrows quiet and protected). That seems to have the positive features of all three.
That seems to be the best design I have seen so far....as far as hunting/stalking anyway.
Any critical feedback whatsoever, or are you guys hooked?
ishi,
I don't have any negative feed back...I'll probably still use a bow quiver when need be, and the Arrow Master when need be.
Another thing I like about the Arrow Master is I can take it off and leave it behind for the final stalk if need be....with an arrow on the shelf of course. :D
Thanks Rod, think I will be getting one before deer season.
Looks like Denny beat me to the post I intended to make, because of spring break and baseball schedules, we didn't get a chance for pictures until tonight.
I'm a die hard bow quiver guy....and Chase is a die hard back quiver guy. After busting brush with me more and more recently, he has come to find his beloved Squirrel Bait back quiver is more suited for informal shooting than crawling through hog tunnels. After contacting Rod, and making a deal with Chase that he would pay half, Rod built one especially for him. Needless to say, after playing with it for the last few weeks, he's well set for the upcoming hunting season.
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I played with it myself for a day or two stumping and could not find anything to change. It will also work equally well as a conventional back quiver with the storm cap off. There's just so much to like about this design, it's the little things about this quiver that make it stand above the rest. Everything on it is a resounding statement that the designer thought long and hard about every little detail. I like the little caribiner that snaps to your belt loop to keep the quiver from moving if you are crawling around, the drain hole in the cup, the padding at the top rim that helps dampen fletch noise, the adjustability of the straps, the "d" rings at each end, the fletch cover, the safety of the arrow cup, the quiet material, the zippered pocket with a second inner zip pocket...and especially the guy that makes them. Thanks from both of us Rod, hope he gets to thank you in person soon.
Now I know I got to get me one, cause my little mohawk buddy's got one. :notworthy:
Man, that Chase has GROWN since I saw him last! Been too long and I need to find time to Vist GA more often....of course ya'll are always welcome to come and hang out in Bama. Tell Chase he has the first monogramed Arrowmaster :)
The designer had lots of great imput from seasoned bowhunters and is by nature somewhat of a perfectionist. :D
Thanks guys!
Looking good Chase!
I really like your quiver Chase. My birthday is Friday and now i want one! We're gonna have fun this weekend and the hogs had better watch out!
Rod, you have an E-mail......Don
Chase is grinning because he knows something good will happen with the lucky quiver! :)
I had a daily double last fall while field testing one of the Arrow Master prototypes.
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Hard to beat a lucky quiver!
Good luck Chase.
George, LOL I can feel a relapse of the Denny disease coming on.
I am seriously considering this quiver...it seems very hunter and woods friendly. Thanks for the info guys!
I just got off the phone with Rod, ordering a lefty arrowmaster! I'll let 'yall know how I like it!
Zane....it was nice talking with you
Thanks!
Rod,
Got the Arrowmaster on Wed. thanks for the fast shipping!My frist impression of it is this quiver is awsome I have had about every side quiver in the last few years and this one is by far the best thought out design.I going to put it to the test next week heading to South Dakota Turkey hunting I will give a full report when I get back Thanks,Jared<><
Thanks Jared! We spent a lot of time, looking at every feature,for ways to make the Arrowmaster the best quiver of its type, with versatility, toughness, safety and comfort in mind.
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Rod,
I used the quiver turkey hunting first season in Minnesota and shot this jake on the last day. The quiver worked great, best one I've ever used. Thanks!
Congrats on your bird! I'm glad your liking your quiver and thanks again for you input.
...and i resisted for all of 4 days after reading this thread. i've used a tube quiver enclosed on both ends for the last couple of years but never have liked the way pvc pipe hangs across my back or side. This looks like just the ticket!
Randy
:biglaugh: Randy...your Arrowmaster will go out tomorrow.
Thanks
Rod it's driving me crazy!! I was hopin' for my quiver today but no luck! hopefully tomorrow. I plan to use it turkey huntin saturday!
Zane...I hear ya! hopefully tomorrow is the day!
That's a real nice looking quiver!
Looks like I'd want it a bit longer to cover my fletches though (I gots monkey arms :) )... is that an option Rod?
Curt and Rob both were drooling over mine this last weekend.
If you are looking to cover your fletchings, it does come with a rain cap you could just leave on.
How many arrows will the quiver hold comfortably?
We do a lot of back country elk / grouse hunting and need to be able to carry more arrows then most.
Mike
I like having my fletchings covered with something that will handle crawling through brush. The fleece cover won't help much there.
What are the design improvements over similar quivers on the market?
Jeremy.....its not a fleece cover, and it attatches to the quiver so it wont pull off easy in brush.
Don't really know about comparing as this is the only quiver like this I've owned.
Looks like a fine quiver, I just never liked reaching into a quiver full of sharp broadheads that I cant see. Think I'll stick with my Jack Bowers "Chief" side quiver...PR
Well I couldn't stand it any longer and placed my order today. (10 days that might be a record for me.) :)
Paul, broadheads are completely enclosed within foam which is enclosed by a plastic hood so I'm not sure what you are referring to.
i plan on using the cover all the time. That's what sold me...i don't like my fletchings exposed & the cover looks like just the ticket.
Randy
Yeah Paul...you just reach and grab a shaft, and you hand is away from the heads.
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Paul, The Arrow Master is very similar to Jack's design as far as wearing. I slide it around to the side just like you can the Chief. I have cut myself with a Cat quiver like you descibe though.
There is going to be one showing up in Kansas soon. It shipped today.
Do they make a Left handed model ?? I sent them a email but haven't back yet?
Tim,
Yes they do, Rod told me yesterday they have a shippment of lefties scheduled to come in this weekend and I put my name on one today. :) Can't wait to get it and take turkey hunting.
Sorry guys...just getting home!
Mike the Arrowmaster will handle a full dozen broadheads and even more if your like me and carry a combination of broadheads, blunts, and judo's.
Jeremy....the end cover is made from the same Teflon treated Bucksuede, that the main body of the quiver uses and attaches firmly, yet quick and easy to remover..I guess it would be possible(anythings possible) to drag the cover off the quiver in brush, but in field testing, I waded through brairs and the the thickest southern swamps and haven't moved it yet, as it should due to the fact, I've spent several sleepless nights fretting over how to make the cover bulletproof and a foolproof attachment system:D
I dont consider it in good taste for myself to compare my quivers to others, but I will say the Arrowmaster was designed from the ground up to avoid shortcomings in the other side quivers I've used over the years.
Yes, I have a left hand version...and the neat thing is...the design allows a dedicated left hand version, that doesnt lose anything!
Did someone say LEFT HAND....This is my son Skyler with his LH Arrowmaster....He won't even let me near it...I've always hunted with this type of Quiver and this is, by far, the best I've ever used...Can't find a thing to change.. (http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/rickybob_2006/CIMG1514.jpg) (http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k209/rickybob_2006/CIMG1513.jpg)
Don,
I is southpawed too...... I will bait Sky with a Steak & Shake burger and when he is not looking I will have it strapped on my side, haha !!! :biglaugh:
nocams
I did not see this question asked; When returning an arrow to the quiver from the top do they tend to drop right on thru the side window? It looks like it might be ok to return an arrow thru the side window but I am a bit of a freak about the feathers, would they get messed up by returning an arrow up thru the side?
zinndl ...with the Arrowmaster's teardrop and tapering shape the arrow will naturaly fall to the bottom of the quiver if dropped in from the top..and I made the fletch end of the quiver roomy enough, along with a stay to to keep the opening in proper shape to keep feathers in good condition.
QuoteOriginally posted by SHOOTO8S:
zinndl ...with the Arrowmaster's teardrop and tapering shape the arrow will naturaly fall to the bottom of the quiver if dropped in from the top..and I made the fletch end of the quiver roomy enough, along with a stay to to keep the opening in proper shape to keep feathers in good condition.
Thanks for the info. I do believe I will have to get one before deer season!
This looks like an outstanding product! I like side quivers alot and have two others that are different types. I like both of them but each have certain limitations that this quiver seems to have addressed very nicely. It also has some really clever features that I hadn't thought about.
Great job Rod! :clapper: I'll be ordering one in the near future.
Any other camo options comin??
This thing looks great. I'm going to get one. In my search for a quiver I can use I also found this . . .
http://funhunts.homestead.com/gear.html
Rod,
What is involved in getting a name embroidered on your products like the quiver and the takedown bow cases? I have a feeling there are going to be a lot of these out in the field, and I don't want someone accidentally (or otherwise) walking away with mine. Also, do the bow cases come in the same camo pattern as the quiver?
Thanks,
Allan
QuoteOriginally posted by String Cutter:
Any other camo options comin??
At this point, I don't know.If I decided to offer another camo, what pattern will depend on what the heavyweight Bucksuede is available in... after testing everything I could get my hands on, Bucksuede was the hands down favorite for the Arrowmaster.
Allan, the only downside to getting your name embroidered on either the Arrowmaster or a Rhino bowcase is...it takes 10-14 days to ship, because neither can be embroidered after completed.
No, sorry....I can't( at this time) obtain the heavy 1000D Cordura in Predator Deception...although I feel Bucksuede is the best material for the quiver...1000D Cordura makes a better bowcase.
I'm trying to get away from a bow quiver and this appears close to what I want. But . . .
I sometimes wear a Bergens framed rucksack, sometimes not. I usually sit against a tree trunk -- getting to the arrows would not be a problem. Does this quiver protect shafts from pressure (being between my back and the tree)? If it does not, and you wanted to do so, how would you do it?
If that was the case, I'd just slip it off and lay it beside me......its easy on and off.
Rod,
So when I look on your website and see the picture associated with your Rhino compact bow case, there is a larger case shown that looks a lot like the quiver material. Is that 1000D or is it just a one-off case that was made out of a camo cloth that is not offered. That is the color I would like to have in at least one case. What do I need to measure on my bows to know which size case(s) I need?
I don't care if it takes a couple of weeks to get a quiver or a case. I have lots of other equipment to use in the meantime, and waiting a little while to get what I like sounds like a good investment of my time.
When is a good time to call the number on your website?
Thanks,
Allan
Naphtali....The innerframe work of the Arrowmaster is semi-rigid and can stand a good deal of side pressure, but I'd think you would want to move the quiver to your side, either by sliding the shoulder strap to the front a bit,with the arrow slot by your fingertips or you can move the quiver to your front.
Allan...good eyes! Yes, the standard rhino on the website is a "one-of" that I built as a prototype for myself, to find out if it was feasible to make bowcases from the Predator Bucksuede....in fact we have made a few and the material works, but slighly cost prohibitive to offer as a stock item...however we could build you one on a custom basis. Best time to actually catch me is around 9pm central, but I would be more than happy to return your call at any time thats good for you.
TTT
Does anyone know how long it would take to get a left handeded quiver???I ordered one today on line and wondered on how long of a wait???
thanks
I got one last week, took a little less than a week.
...and mine came in today..ordered last week..this is all Dennis's & Terry's fault!
i really like what i see so far...
Randy
Dean, your ArrowMaster is boxed and will ship tomorrow :D Thanks!
Thanks for all the support guys!
Have any of you used it with a Bison Gear pack or similiar pack? I like a side quiver but I also like to use my Pack and have not found a back or side quiver that lays right. I do like the fact that that it has a cover, fleece around the feathers and the fact that it holds a pile of arrows.
Jim, I have two Bison Gear packs and the Arrow Master works awesome with them. I'll try to get a pic if I get a chance.
That would be great Denny. Thanks
ChuckC
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This is tonight out after the elusive IN turkey.
Rod,
Got my ArrowMaster today and shot about 2 doz arrows from it, excellent quiver! Can't wait to test it out on the limbchickens, hopefully it will change my luck with them.
Thanks for everything.
Scott
Hi Scott....good luck with the limb chickens!
I'm happy your pleased with your quiver
Rod, Just got back from Turkey hunting in South Dakota the quiver worked great I put it to the test in bad weather it rained the frist day and a half then turned to snow I think we got about 4" of snow on the 2nd day the Arrow Master worked great I had dry feathers the whole hunt hear are a few pics thanks best quiver I have ever used,Jared<><
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How deep is this quiver? Will an arrow that measures approx 32.5" from tip of broadhead to end of nock fit inside the quiver w/ the hood on??
Thanks
Gary,
Rod makes differnt sizes I think my arrows measured 32.5 and he sent me a medium. So yes there should be no problem there but talk to Rob.
I just placed my order for mine, and that is a great question Daddy Bear I just thought one size fits all.
I guess I need to PM Rod Real quick..LOL
Rob.
swp,
Thanks, my longest arrow combo is about 32.5".
I still use an original Raptor side quiver Ted Fry made for me over a decade ago. I've liked that concept of drawing and controlling the arrow from the business end ever since.
I'll order as soon as I can catch them on the phone. I'll try again Monday.
later,
Daddy Bear
Sorry guys... just getting home,Safari Tuff has been keeping me jumping!
Coyote....congrats on a fine bird. I'm glad the quiver is everything you wanted...and more!
Swp is correct...I offer 3 different lenghts of storm cover, to cover any total arrow lenght, a man might need.
Daddy Bear...sorry I missed your call...please leave a message and I'll return your call ASAP.
SHOOTO8S,
I sent you a PM.
Daddy Bear
Thanks Daddy Bear !