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Title: Old Bear recurves question...??
Post by: woodchucker on August 27, 2025, 10:41:48 PM
I have an old 1969 Bear Grizzly, with a "B" stamped in the riser...??
I have seen and heard of other Bear recurves that also have this. Anyone know what this stands for? :dunno:
Title: Re: Old Bear recurves question...??
Post by: wadde on September 12, 2025, 09:50:07 PM
I have had older bear recurve marked with a variety of letters. "S" "X" "B" are some. I believe these markings were to identify the bow as a factory second due to some minor flaw. Usually in the glass. It meant that it was sold as is and no warranty and could not be returned to the dealer.