Fox archery or Tomahawk long bow?
Or others............
I wish less hand shock and draw smooth.
Fox archery using sleeves as their long bow TD system,it's simple and reliable.What is the tomahawk TD system?
I know both of them are R/D longbow,but which is more reflex/deflex in their limb design.
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Thanks.
Hera, I cannot comment on the Fox bows but the Tomahawk bows are very nice. They are very smooth and no hand shock. The one I had was an "SS" model. It had a very comfortable grip and was a great shooter.
Thank you Tim.
I like the Horne's Brushbow and the RER Vortex but my long bow exp thus far is pretty limited.
I have not shot a Tomahawk bit I have not heard anything bad about them.
Thank you Mike.
Just curious, why not make one?
Just looking for something different?
:( :( :(
My longbow building is a nightmare.
Huge hand shock,less speed,stacking in design draw length..........
:help:
I also have never shot a Fox, but the couple of T-hawks I have shot were very nice bows. What I noticed was their speed, seemed they really flung an arrow out there. Smooth draw, and dead in the hand.
I don't think either one is a bad choice. I have shot both and they were smooth and fast and also one-pieces. But I would guess that either in a take down would be very close to the same.
Get a Stewart 3 piece slammer, fast ,good mass for stability, zero hand shock.
Bill
I haven't shot either of the two mentioned, but I know the T-Hawks do have a following.
Personally I would like to suggest a Dryad longbow - Mike was great in helping me chose between all the options, and even better at answering my boneheaded questions. They're a tradgang sponser and the Oracle is one heck of a sleeper - they also have non-glass longbows if that's your thing.
I can't wait for mine to get here!
Hera....I very highly recommend a Herb Meland Pronghorn. And, just by happenstance I have one I'm selling. It is Mint! 62"...55lbs. @28"...right hand...I believe it is Gray elm & Bamboo...It is totally dead in the hand and draws exceptionally smooth...It is a magnificent 3 piece r/d longbow. I am selling the bow, a case and arrows for $600.00 . If you are interested, I'll send pictures.
You may ask, if it is so great, why am I selling...I simply can't get used to the low grip needed to shoot a longbow. I prefer the high grip of my Black Widows.If you are not interested, good luck anyway with your search for the right bow for you! Let me know...Kerry White (Cottonwood)
Hera- there are hundred's of fine bows out there. with each there is a strong following, the two you mentioned are great. For the money, I personally love Howard Hill bow's. I would suggest shooting some, before you sink alot of money into it. Like all the great guys on here will tell you, how the bow feels in your hand and how you shoot it will dictate. Everyone is different, and like I said there are alot of great bow's and bowyers out there, waiting to fill you personal need. Call and talk to a few of them, they will help stear you in the right direction of what you want and need. They are good people, not just out to make a buck , but to help.
Thank you Kerry.
I like 1pc or 2pc longbow.
My sweet # are around 40~50#.
Thank you again.
Todd
I know what you mention.
I never own a longbow and I think longbow are more like traditional way IMO.
I builded about 10 TD recurve in recent years,they are sweet and fast but not my own design( copy from my Bob Lee TD).
Own or build a fine longbow are my desire.
"Others" ...
For a classic D braced longbow that has speed and stability, do check out a Mohawk TD. Vince uses the Connexion Hinge and boy is it a honey!
http://mohawkbows.com/
For super compact short longbows (huh? :) ), it'd be hard to beat a Shrew TD with a Bow Bolt.
http://www.shrewbows.com/
Both are Trad Gang Sponsors, too.
Thanks boss. :goldtooth:
I'm quite a fan of my ChekMate Crusader (has an option for being a take down). - Recurves.com (Chad a.k.a. LBR) is a retailer and sponsor here. These are a great bow that seems to slip under the radar. They don't do any advertising that I am aware of.
And, as Rob said, Shrews are an option.
I have 2 fox bows 60 and 64". Both are pretty fast and smooth. Workmanship is excellent. I don't think you would be dissapointed in owning one. Mine are one piece bows. Very quiet also.
All the bows listed are goodies - just pick one out that "talks" to ya! :D
QuoteOriginally posted by waknstak IL:
I have 2 fox bows 60 and 64". Both are pretty fast and smooth. Workmanship is excellent. I don't think you would be dissapointed in owning one. Mine are one piece bows. Very quiet also.
Thank you Mike.
When I visit Fox web page,the first thing I aware of is their longbow tip.
So simple and elegant I have ever seen.
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I have visited the Fox shop and shot his bows. They are as good as it gets. You won't find a nicer bowyer to deal with. Larry Yein who has been several times longbow world champion shoots his bows.
Hera, I bought both mine used off the classifieds
here. I like a smaller grip and the fox bows feel good to me. If you like a bow with a narrow throat it might be a good bow for you. There are many good bows out there, its just a matter of finding one which one pleases your eye and feels right in your hand.
QuoteOriginally posted by waknstak IL:
There are many good bows out there, its just a matter of finding one which one pleases your eye and feels right in your hand.
You can say that again. :clapper:
Hera, Of the two you mention I'd reccomend the Fox. I have more than one & they don't stack are smooth, quiet, easy to tune, beautiful, & Ron's takedown sleeve is quiet & tight. I really like them. I have a 58" TD Breed that I use out of my blind. Frank
I have a 66" Fox with the takedown sleeve. Excellent bow. Very smooth, quiet. Takedown sleeve is very solid. When put together, you would never know it was a take down!
Bought mine used from Raptor Archery. Very reasonable price for a top notch bow.
I have both and like them both.
I order my first longbow just now.
Shoppinh is exciting. :bigsmyl:
But, waiting is annoying. :pray:
So What did you order??
Hera,
I've got a Tomahawk, 50# @ 28" and 62" OAL....very nice to shoot. My wife liked it so much, she's now got one of her own!
If those are the only choices I would definately choose a Fox. A Fox will be custom to you. A Tomahawk is a production bow. I do not think they are anywhere near the quality of a Fox. I'd also Recommend Belcher Bows that also make the Massey line of bows. Both Fox and Belcher are quality companies, Highly skilled bowyers and great to do business with. I'm not saying 3 rivers isn't a quality company or good to do business with, just that Tomahawks are true custom bows. If money os no object I'd recommend Morrison Dakota or an ILF with foam and carbon longbow limbs. Sensational bows to shoot.
I have never shot a Fox, but I like my Tomahawk so much I am about to put my Black Widow PLV up for trade on another Tomahawk.
The Tomahawk just fits my hand better I guess.
John
it is true that t-hawkbows are nise i have a fox t-d it is the best talk to ron he can set you up
My choice is Fox TD traditional longbow,not their new recurve style riser longbow.
Reason is totally custom in wood choice and # request.
46#@27
cocobolo/osage riser.
canary limb.
Not expensive compair with others famous bows.
5 ms waiting are batter then 2 years waiting LOL.
I dunna know guys.....my wife's Tomahawk is 25# @ 26" draw with an over all length of 58". It's not in the Tomahawk catalogue! Ask, and see what happens.
Your criteria are close to mine. I was looking for a longbow this spring after shooting recurve for years. I love my A&H ACS-CX. Fast, smooth, very little handshock.
Only shot the T-Hawk, it was the smoothest 63#'s I've ever shot, felt Real Good in the Hand also, Bill Foreman of Great Plains builds a Heck uva bow in that T-Hawk...
I will always give the :thumbsup: to Fox. There is no contest among the two you mentioned.