Hi TradGang. I'm new to TA and this forum, and I'm looking forward to making friends here. That said, I was wondering if some of you could help me out with deciding on my first recurve.
I want to spend less than $300.00 on the bow. One of the bows with the best reviews in this range is the Quinn Stallion.
Thing is, I can't find anybody with one where I live (Baton Rouge, LA) and there is no dealership here. Do any of y'all own or have knowledge of this bow?
It seems like a great bow for the money, but it's hard to pull the trigger on the purchase without ever seeing it IRL. Other bows that have been recommended to me are:
-OMP Blue ridge hunter
-AIM deerslayer
-Martin Nirk Rebel Recurve
-Ragim Impala or Black Bear
I will be using the bow for whitetails. Thanks so much for any info on these bows or other comparable bows that you can fill me in on.
thanks.
bb
welcome :bigsmyl: maybe try a bear grizzly from kustom king.take a look at top of page
Hey BB, I have a Quinn Stallion, #47@28, 60inches long. I also have 2 black widows, and a Tradtech pinnacle longbow. The quinn is faster than my #46 widow, smoother, and a lot lighter to carry around. I wouldnt take twice the money back for it. It is truly one of the best kept secrest in trad archery, and from what I have found the limbs are bombproof!!Bow is smooth all the way back, no stacking or handshock. You can start with one of these, and stay right there you will like it so much. I am considering ordering another set of limbs, about #51 for mine. You can spen a lot more money, but it will be hard to find a better bow,especially for the money or even twice as much.Hope this helps, sam.
that's good to hear, koger. thanks for the info. all i hear is raving reviews of the Stallion. what do you think would be a good starting wt for a stallion? this will be my first recurve, and people have told me to start light. i used to hunt with 65# on my compound, but i haven't shot in years. i'm thinking that regardless of what i get i'll start with about 45#. does that seem reasonable to you? thanks for your help.
Quinn's are excellent. Like Koger said, I have had a handful of bows that cost over 3 X as much and this thing is right with them. I would'nt get over 50# to start with.
Bayou Buck,
I've heard good things about the Quinn too and wouldn't hesitate to buy one.
I would suggest though spending your $300 on a good used bow instead of the ones you mentioned. No problem with any of the bows you listed but being new too trad shooting you don't really know what you like yet. You can get a good used bow for $200 and get your money back if you don't like it.
FYI. You've got a lot of trad shooters in the Baton Rouge area and I would lean on them while you are starting out.
If you want to make the drive to Shreveport sometime I can set you up with a bow and some arrows.
I have two Stallions and a Comet. They are excellent bows and for the money the best bargains around, even at the price of a new one.
I'll PM you the links I have.
Good Luck.
BB, I recently went from 60-65 to 45-55 pounds for all my bows and shoot better, can shoot longer. I started with the #47, draw seems smoother and lighter than most #50 bows, would be a good halfway between point to start, build good form and plenty of weight to kill whitetails, pigs, etc. And if for some reason you dont like the Quinn I am sure some of us would help relieve your pain. LOL!
If you don't mind the metal riser,the Quinn is IMHO the best new bow for the price.The Quinn will shoot just a good as most high dollar customs,and better than some.
I would stay with 45lbs or less to start and only get heavier limbs after you get your form down.
I've got a Stallion, my son has a Comet,we have a bunch of choice's in bows,the Quinns are the one that's goes shooting the most.
Without a doubt the best bang for your buck.
Not thrilled with Ragim or Aim, as far as good value vs quality (imho)Don't know about the other two brands.
Kurt
Mines 42# and I can shoot all day,start with low weight and get a heavier limb set, later.
thanks for all the info. i'm really leaning toward the stallion at this point. about used bows, do y'all buy them online, sight unseen? i was worried about buying something that was damaged and getting screwed. i thought about checking craig's list in my city. where do y'all buy your used bows?
thanks again for so much info.
bb
BB,
The classifieds here are a good place to start. Post a "want ad" in the Buy/Sell/Trad forum and you'll get some responses.
Mike
Why buy used? Buy a Quinn Stallion and have a new bow with a full warranty!(2 years I think)Quinn also makes a wood riser.
I have two and prefer them over my high dollar big name .
recurves, (which I sold).
Go to the Quinn Website and take a look. Quinn (Grumpy" and his wife are great people to deal with. I think he says that you can return a bow and get a full refund if you're not happy with it.(as long as it hasn't been damaged, beat up ,etc.
What have you got to lose ?
Can't say enough good things about the Stallions. Mine has sent some really nice customs to the classifieds lately. TM
I also have a Stallion and love it. I can't compare it to any other bows as the Stallion is the only recurve I've really shot (other than my bowfishing rig, which I'm not even sure what the brand is). I was in the exact same boat as you a couple of years ago and after doing all of the research I went with the Stallion. I can't imagine a better bow for the money. It's not the prettiest bow, but it's a real workhorse.
The fact that it is a take-down is nice for the beginner as well. I also started with 45lb. limbs after shooting a 65lb. compound and had no troubles. After booking a bear hunt in Ontario, I found out that I had to get 50lb. limbs. With this bow, the investment was minimal. Had I bought a one-piece recurve, I would have had to buy a new bow.
I'm sure the aluminum riser is much heavier than some of the wood bows, and it's cold on your hands up here this time of year, but it's nice that you don't have to worry about scratching it up. I didn't even feel the least bit guilty about spray painting it! Heck, I might sand it down and paint it again soon. If I had spent $400 or more on a bow, I'd probably be afraid to hunt with it.
Heck now I am thinking about getting another to just keep in the box as a spare. The grip has a little hollow spot on the outside that I put a handwarmer in under a rubber slide on grip.
Heck now I am thinking about getting another to just keep in the box as a spare. The grip has a little hollow spot on the outside that I put a handwarmer in under a rubber slide on grip.
Bayou Buck,
Welcome to TA and Trad Gang! This is a great forum.
I owned a Quinn Stallion and now have a Quinn Comet. Both are excellent bows that shoot well. I think you would be well satisfied with the Stallion. Peggy and David Quinn are easy to reach by telephone and really take care of their customers.
Shifting Shadow
I have a Stallion and it is hands down the best value out there. A great bow that will shoot with the most expensive customs.
Wow. Unanimous. That's pretty much as emphatic of an endorsement as I've ever seen. I think you guys have sold me. Thanks so much for all the thoughtful responses.
I'm gonna get a friend to help me figure out my draw length and then get one ordered. I think I'll start with the 40#.
Thanks for the warm welcome!
bb
Stallions are #1 in my book also! You will not be disappointed. Dave and Peggy are great folks to deal with. Good luck to you.
Andy
UPDATE:
I just ordered my Stallion this afternoon. After placing the order, I'm confident that I'm getting a great bow from great people.
I went with 45# @ 28" in all black.
Thanks so much for all the info. I would not have been able to order the bow without so much positive feedback from this board.