I am really thinking about ordering one and was wondering what kind of info or input everyone has about based on the two different riser the A&H offers? I like the looks of the 16" riser but what does the experience say? Maybe the A&H guys can throw in some help too?
Thanks
RANDY
They are super people and will answer any questions you may have. Send them an e-mail or just call.
-Charlie
I have the 14 inch riser and have only shot it. I personally like the shorter riser because it give you more working limb length and it seems to me a smoother draw.
People there are great they have gotten me out of a jam last year st hunting season with a ACS CX @70#
There all good talk to them they will help guide you .
Bill
I've had the 14" aluminum riser a year now, and recently (3 weeks ago) received a custom made 16" riser from A & H. I prefer the 16 inch riser as personal preference since it offers a slightly larger window but mostly because it makes my bow 68". Now I can rest my binocs on top of the bow and they are at the perfect height to see out of.
This is the 14" aluminum riser, witha Predator camo dip, a Beavertail grip wrap and arrow rest.
(http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p177/MikeOrton_2006/DSC02415-1.jpg)
This is the 16" riser, with a custom inlay of a bear scene scrimshaw. Larry did a really nice job on the inlay. Very talented man. Wood is Ligum Vitea, (Vera Wood) which is both oily and heavy. Actually heavier than water (it sinks).
(http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p177/MikeOrton_2006/Longriser5.jpg)
(http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p177/MikeOrton_2006/Longriser1.jpg)
Keep in mind that whatever the limbs are lised as, you'll subtract 2-4 lbs draw weight when using the 16" riser.
My A&H bow with 14" riser is the best bow I have ever shot period. I did get a chance to check out the new 16" riser and it is truly sweet! Choosing between the two I would go with the 14" metal riser. If you want to stick with wood, I would choose the 16" riser. The metal riser just has a little more mass, which I prefer, while the wood 16" riser just has a little fuller handle, which is very sweet! Talk to John or Larry about your preferences, they will steer you right. A nicer or more knowledgeable guys you will not find!
the 16" riser offers a longer sight window what would be more usefull if you shoot with your bow straight...I have 3 14" riser (2 alu; one wood) but the next ones will be 16"...
I have the 14" Cocobolo and wish I had the 16" riser. I'll proably end up ordering the 16" metal riser, because of the mass weight and longer sight window.
Do they make a 58" bow?
They do now and i believe a 56" also. I am really interested in seeing the new short bows.
Mike that Inlay is very cool!
Great info. Thanks for the pics mike. I really dolike the longer sight window. What about the grip. The 16 looks like it has a little lower wrist?
I like my 14" risers-the length of the sight window makes no difference to me-never look through it or at it anyway.