I have a question about the "feel" shooting a shrew. Looking at the grips I can't tell if the bow would handle/shoot more like a recurve or does the weight go more to the palm of your hand like a slightly dished longbow?
Thanks,
Paul
It is absolutley more ergonomic than a slightly dished longbow.
If I had to describe my favorite Shrew feature, it would be the grip.
Its not like a recurve. Longbow all the way. The palm swell distributes the draw weight more evenly, eliminating bow hand torque .The thumb swell and grip shape helps with a little more "natural" cant of the bow and consistent hand placement. At least thats what I get out of it. They are awesome!!!!
I like to feel the weight of the bow being drawn into my palm no matter what the bow, which is why I do not prefer a high grip on any bow, including a recurve. That said, I do like a palm swell so that I do not have to drop my wrist dramatically like on a Howard Hill longbow. The Shrew grip feels great and is a very good balance between the extremes. Also, the deflexed riser design gives good stability during the draw and release, as with a number of other deflexed bows. I cannot say the Shrew riser is unique, because other bows I own have similar characteristics, but the Shrew is a very good example of what works best for me.
Allan
Thanks guys, just what I was hoping to hear.
Time to start saving.
Does anybody out there have anything negative to say about a shrew?
Based on this and other advice I think I'll be ordering about a 56" CH in the low 50's. I love my Dauntless but want to hunt with the shorter bow.
Thanks again,
Paul
Yeah I have something negative to say about them. They are addicting!!! You cant buy just one. Before you know it your bow rack looks like this:
(http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p278/timf24/P9063948.jpg)
From "The Shrew Story" http://www.shrewbows.com/super_story.htm#shrewstory
QuoteThe Super Shrew would have the same concept as the original Shrew with it's forward handle to help eliminate torque and stack in a shorter bow. I also wanted a molded grip with a palm swell and a thumb ridge, an ergonomic design and I instructed John in this design. This type of grip would allow the hand to slip into it like a glove, making for a consistent grip on the bow. A consistent grip is important for consistent shooting. If the hand moves around on your bow grip it will put pressure in different areas and the consequences are inconsistent arrow flight.