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Title: Hey folks
Post by: kennym on December 17, 2025, 11:02:48 AM
I've decided to hang it up and close shop at the years end, been on the work force for 52 years, sometimes 2 jobs, and I'm ready to spend more time on family while I still have time.

Thanks to all my customers over the last 17 years.

Rock on and shoot well!!  :thumbsup:  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: garyschuler on December 17, 2025, 02:20:37 PM
Sorry to hear that. Good luck in your new endeavors and Family & fun times. !!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: mmattockx on December 17, 2025, 03:34:45 PM
 :o  :o

Enjoy the retirement, Kenny.


Mark
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: dbeaver on December 17, 2025, 04:18:46 PM
KENNY! thank you for all of your help, getting into this hobby would not have been the same without ya.  I for sure appreciate you, good luck finding something to do with your time now!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Smguinnip on December 17, 2025, 10:34:37 PM
When I got the itch to give bow building a try, I was sitting in my deer blind searching the interweb for info and your name kept popping up, gave your website a look and by the time I got home, I was confident that I could build a bow.
Long story short ... you have been a huge help in what I once thought I would never have the ability to do.
Thank you for all of the help, now go enjoy "YOUR" time!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Pat B on December 18, 2025, 09:43:05 AM
You have surely paid your dues, Kenny and I'm sure over the years you have helped quite a few folks with their Trad archery journey so I guess it is time for you to hang up your old job and continue on with your life. I'm sure you'll be missed with your knowledge and supplies but I hope we won't have to miss your voice here on Trad Gang. Best wishes to you and happy trails.
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: onetone on December 18, 2025, 12:40:58 PM
All the best to you Kenny! Your good service has been appreciated.
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: kennym on December 18, 2025, 07:24:33 PM
Thank you all and all other customers!!  :notworthy: I'll be around... :wavey:
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Dannon on December 18, 2025, 09:02:25 PM
Enjoy your retirement Kenny! Thank you for all the help over the years. You always provided top notch customer service!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Buemaker on December 19, 2025, 06:58:24 AM
Enjoy your retirement. I have been retirerd 14 years now and it is nice to be able to do things you want to without any pressure and deadline.
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: wood carver 2 on December 19, 2025, 09:21:40 AM
Happy retirement Kenny.
Dave.
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: KenH on December 19, 2025, 02:04:06 PM
Keep yer arrows sharp!  Them deer don't DO retirement; glad you're taking the time while you've got time.  Gettin' old ain't fer sissies... 
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Collett5149 on December 21, 2025, 05:10:13 AM
Thanks for all your help over the past few years. Enjoy your retirement!
Andy from Shortsville
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Watsonjay on December 22, 2025, 11:24:36 AM
Thank you for all you've done for the community and the knowledge and advice you have given me. Im glad I got in the bow build this year and got a Kennym original.
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: beachbowhunter on December 22, 2025, 02:05:47 PM
All the best Kenny. You've really helped out a load of folks like me plugging along learning how to build stuff!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Noah70 on December 22, 2025, 05:24:33 PM
Congratulations and best wishes on the retirement, Kenny! Hopefully we will continue to have the benefits of your wisdom and experience in the years to come.
I still shoot my KennyM longbow from a previous Bowswap as well, although its still unblooded (stumps don't count?).

Wishing you, and all the readers, a very happy Christmas and holiday season, and a healthy and successful New Year.!!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: kennym on December 23, 2025, 11:43:50 AM
Thanks guys, it's been a pleasure. In 17 years I've had 2 sorry customers so that says a lot about the traditional archers! :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Even on December 23, 2025, 11:24:49 PM
I've learned a lot from your posts here, Sir.   Enjoy your retirement!

Time is by far the most precious commodity, that is certain.

Merry Christmas!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Stagmitis on December 27, 2025, 11:19:19 AM
Job well done Kenny/ thank you!
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Post by: Bryan Adolphe on December 27, 2025, 11:40:43 PM
Thankyou again Kenny ..... enjoy!
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Post by: Roy from Pa on January 05, 2026, 11:12:16 AM
Sounds great Kenny.
You were a very generous person..
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Bodork on January 08, 2026, 07:32:45 PM
Enjoy the time with your family, Kenny!
I'm sure glad I had the privilege of meeting you in person!
Mike
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Bvas on January 13, 2026, 08:44:18 PM
Congrats on full retirement Kenny.

You and your craftsmanship are top notch. Your craftsmanship will surely be missed by many bow builders, myself included.
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 14, 2026, 09:05:09 AM
So your quitting end of 2025 correct?
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: kennym on January 14, 2026, 12:26:32 PM
Thanks guys, yep Mike, I have some glass to get rid of but other than that I'm done...

Thanks to all for the 17 years of being customers!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Buemaker on January 14, 2026, 04:51:51 PM
Kenny, do you have any Gordon,s glass in black 1,75   0.040. 72 inch length?
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: kennym on January 15, 2026, 05:59:56 PM
Sorry Bue I haven't shipped overseas for awhile

My shipper told me I could be taxed if a package passed thru a country on way to destination so I didn't want to deal with that
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: Dannon on January 15, 2026, 08:18:59 PM
Kenny, I'd like to buy a set of your forward handle plans if it's not too late!
Title: Re: Hey folks
Post by: bow loving man on January 19, 2026, 04:22:55 PM
Congrats and best of luck to  you in your complete retirement.  You were always fair and reasonable with your products plus being a great guy to deal with!  thanks