This is my first bend in the handle bow. She is a bamboo backed ipe,62" NTN, and draws 40@27. She has elk antler tips and a built up leather grip. I'm getting really good at these 40 pounders. It wouldn't be so bad if they weren't intended to draw 50-55. I had some limb twist issues with this one early in the tillering stage and had a time working it out. I think it could bend a little more in the fades, but shoots really well so I'm leaving it. Luckily, I have a good buddy who needs his first traditional bow. Perfect for him.
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Nice work -- very classy. 40 pounds is a good place for someone new to trad to start off. It prevents bad habits that can come from being overbowed. Your friend is very fortunate.
Nice looking bow! ;) :thumbsup:
awesome looking bow apex!! :thumbsup: :clapper: man you do like those #40 bows dont ya :biglaugh: try and make a #45 at 26" draw then send it to me :biglaugh: :jumper: :jumper:
Looks great Marty!!! I really like those antler tips!
Great looking bow. I really like the tips in particular. I'll bet that bow weighs next to nothing in mass weight.