I must share this one: I have been hunting with traditional bows since 1992 and almost as long I have dreamed about a Black Widow recurve. Living in Finland, Europe means that getting one is not so simple. Ofcourse I could have ordered a new bow from BW, but insurance, shipment and taxes here would have raised the price too high for a average guy like me. I have tried to buy used BW bows thru this site, but sellers have been reluctant to do business overseas...and I would be complicated from my side, too...to send money overseas and not get what you paid for?
And you know what? Today I found a BW; 64" 59@28
for sale in Finland!And it is supercheap!And seller sold it to me!!! I will get the bow (hopefully) by the end of this week...I cant belive this, but I had to share with people who understands...If all comes together well, I will post pictures about the bow and proud new owner...keep fingers crossed for me :D
I'm excited for you buddy! Be sure to post pics when you receive her.
congrats
congratulations... it's really wonderful to unexpectedly meet a long time goal like that... I lent my Widow longbow to a friend to shoot a couple of weeks ago. his only comment when we were done was, "Damn, I heard they were good, but that's the best bow I've ever shot!" Now he's working on the same dream you had..
Good for you.
Risto, thats great news! You got a bow you've always wanted and a great deal on it! Don't forget to post up some pics when it arrives! :thumbsup: :archer:
Excellent!! Its always great when you finally get what you want!!
Congrats!!!
They who have been bitten by the BW bows know this stuff, I think. Just now I am about to explode waiting for that box carrying my new bow...thank you people for support and I will surely post some pictures when I get her in my hands...
Well it's really too bad folks think it's complicated to send overseas, because it's not.
There are some restrictions but not enough to keep you from sending bows to most places. It's basically the same as sending to the US, with the exception of adding the customs forms to the outside of the package. If you do your postage via USPS Online, everything will be figured for you and they also print the customs forms.
It's great when a dream comes true! Congratulations. Frank
You are right, we understand your excitement. Congrats! And what George said, I've sent a few bows to Italy, not that big of deal.
Cool Finland dude! Let's see some pics. Very glad for you. Also like to see the countryside area where you may shoot it. Any hunting opportunities nearby?
Congratulation Risto, it will serve you well I´m sure.
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I can feel the excitment in your story! I'm happy for you!
Well, nearest hunting opportunity is some 800 meters from my house even thouhgt I live in a small city...Beawers are causing some trouble in a littele lake here and city officials have asked our bowhunting club to reduce the herd...but more or less our situation here is somewhat ridiculous, only small game allowed to bowhunt(well we have Roedeer too in our list, but in my region Roedeer numbers are so low, that hunting is not allowed here)So, no separate seasons for bows, no big game like whitetail, Moose or Bear allowed to bowhunt...but wheels are turning in slow but steady manner-bowhunting is now presented in wery positive manners in our general hunting organisation and our Public Land management officials will launch a separate bowhunting permission to hunt small game on public hunting areas, it will be cheaper than rifle/shotgun hunting permission. So far any one wanting to hunt small game with bow & arrow on public land has bought a general permit and then hunted with gunners...our Grouses are guite spooky, as you can guess...
Congradulations, Dreams do come true. I am excited for you, and I am sure you are going to enjoy shooting your bow. :thumbsup:
Risto, I love it when things come together like that. I look forward to seeing the pics!
-Leonard-
Wahoo!
all right! Hope your dream bow meets up with your expectations.
ChuckC
Congrats on your widow! They are great shooting bows.
Bisch
Outstanding! I'm happy for you and hope you enjoy it and it turns out too be all your expectations. :thumbsup:
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new bow.
Black Widow bows have a devoted following for a good reason.
I hope your new bow exceeds all your hopes.
Best of luck with it.
Hopefully, the future will include big game hunting for you!!!
I am happy for you!!! Can't wait to see the pics.
MAY THE SPIRIT OF FRED BEAR GUIDE OUR ARROWS.
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Good for you. I have one and they are fine shooters. Congrats.
From one Black Widow man to another you will love it. I know what you are talking about as far as being excited in getting your first Black Widow...I was the same way...Congrats!!
So: Woke up this morning and tought of April fool- joke crossed my mind...could it be...but contacted the seller and he told, that bow was on her way to me...went to local bus station to ask when the box would be here...and just an hour ago I picked her up...........folks who knows the grip of a BW bow...its older MA III and she is a tall girl 64"....59@28....soooo smooth. I dont belive this. And I must cry out this happiness out loud here, because I know here are the people, who understands this stuff...man, could one buy a car decal "happiness is a BW grip" ? Thank you folks who have shared this joy ! I will post pictures soon of her...hope all you will bumb to this kind of good fortune !
I am so glad for you and I share your excitement. Heck, just reading your post has gotten me about as excited as you are! Can't wait to see the pics!
very patient...good on you
jer bear
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congrats.
Congrats!
Okay, you're killin' me! I want some pics! LOL, already. :) :notworthy:
Good for you. Iam glad things worked out for you. hope you enjoy shooting your new bow.
Congrats, I'm so very happy for you!! I know that excitement as several years back i had ordered my first widow! they are trully the best of the best!! Good luck and enjoy!! :clapper: :clapper: :clapper: Jim
Congratulations!
Thank you for the story that reminds me NOT to take anything for granted!!
Enjoy!!!!!
Ahh!
Just made some arrows for the lady and beginning to make friends with her...her 59 pounds truly makes arrows to fly with authority! Our spring has not yet started strongly, so the Beawers are in slow mood still...which is good, so I have days to practise some more before hitting my hunting grounds. Sorry, that the promised pictures are not yet here, but soon ( I hope).
All the best for traditional friends everywhere!
Risto
Congratulations! I hope this is the beginning of a long, beautiful relationship!
Get them beavers before they shed! :wavey:
That's smile-making enthusiasm!
They're a good bow, and you'll enjoy it immensely.
Good shooting and hunting to you.
Hello !
...thats the reason those beawers are not moving much so far, their horns dont fit through those little holes in ice...need to wait that those holes melt more...or that they shed... :bigsmyl: Thanks Killdeer !
:D
What an excellent thread!! I'm so happy for you. I'm sorry it took so long to realize this dream but what sweet success after a long wait.