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Title: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: wissler on May 28, 2009, 10:20:00 PM
I just gotta show off my new Bruin
Only 2 weeks old(contrary to the date on my screwed up camera)
62" 60lbs @28" Master Elite TD II
Cocobolo with multiple Ebony and Yew wood laminations in the riser. Yew limbs (not veneers) Ebony tips and overlays-All the bells and whistles available (Excecpt FF-by my chosing) Mike's really done it this time!!
WOW- I can't put it down guys! My brother-in-law "limbhanger" also had an Osage and bloodwood Master Elite made side by side with mine. WOW-STUNNING!! Bug him for some posted pics!  
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u201/wissler1/Bruin.jpg)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u201/wissler1/Bruin005.jpg)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u201/wissler1/Bruin004.jpg)
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Wannabe1 on May 28, 2009, 10:22:00 PM
That sure is a sweet looker!! Congrats!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: longbowray on May 28, 2009, 10:23:00 PM
that a nice one.  does Mike have a web site
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: wissler on May 28, 2009, 10:26:00 PM
More pics?
OK
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u201/wissler1/Bruin003.jpg)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u201/wissler1/Bruin002.jpg)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u201/wissler1/Bruin006.jpg)
(http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u201/wissler1/Bruin007.jpg)

Mike doesn't have his website up yet, but give him a call and he'll send you a brochure, or I could scan one and send it to you.
1-715-623-6537
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Whip on May 28, 2009, 11:16:00 PM
Nice bow Mark!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Jedimaster on May 28, 2009, 11:34:00 PM
Man that's a beautiful bow!  That's another one I'll have to dream about awhile.
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: WestTnMan on May 29, 2009, 10:27:00 AM
Beautiful bow. What is the boyers name? I met him once at a big traditional shoot in MS. I recognized him by his big black glasses he had on. Very nice fella and has been building bows for a long time now. Not a bow I really ever see around here but then I am the only one shooting Robertsons around here.
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Limbhanger on May 29, 2009, 10:34:00 AM
Alright Mark!!  I'll get some pics of my new osage Bruin to you asap if you wouldn't mind posting them??  Mike Steliga is back in a big way and his work is exceptional!!!  Just an easy to shoot, beautifully crafted recurve!!!  LOVE IT !!!
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Chris Surtees on May 29, 2009, 10:46:00 AM
:thumbsup:     :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: joe skipp on May 29, 2009, 10:55:00 AM
Mike made a very fine hunting bow...smooth and fast.
Good luck with the "new" Bruin.
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Paul Mattson on May 29, 2009, 12:17:00 PM
Is Mike back at building bows full time?

I have a Master Express with 2 sets of limbs, its the best shooting bow that I have.
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: knobby on May 29, 2009, 03:58:00 PM
Mike Steliga builds a great bow...I've had a couple of them. The craftsmanship is second to none, and they're fine shooters. A visit to his shop is a treat,too. Congrats on the new bows, guys!
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: bentpole on May 29, 2009, 04:52:00 PM
Congrats!   :thumbsup:   Outstanding Looker!   :notworthy:
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Str8Shooter on May 29, 2009, 05:12:00 PM
Congrats! Beatiful bow. That's good to hear the Bruin's are back. I had a one piece that had outstanding performance.

Chris
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Nate Fikkert on May 29, 2009, 05:44:00 PM
WOW,

Mike has sure made some changes in the appearance of his bows.  They were always good performers but very...utilitarian?  Very Nice!

Nathan
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: Limbhanger on May 30, 2009, 01:11:00 PM
Here's the "partner" to Mark's new Bruin!!  Osage, bloodwood, Koa with bamboo core.  AWESOME!!


(http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc195/tantessa/DSC_1169.jpg)
(http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc195/tantessa/DSC_1166.jpg)
(http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc195/tantessa/DSC_1165.jpg)
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: doubleo on May 30, 2009, 01:36:00 PM
Mike's bows are getting more and more beautiful. Congrates on some nice bows guys.
Title: Re: Braggin about my new Bruin
Post by: MikeBurns on May 30, 2009, 01:43:00 PM
I met Mike at the ETAR back in 1994 or so. Mike made my first custom bow, a WoodsMaster SE take down recurve. It was all laminated maple, even the limbs. A very simple bow, yet a very good bow. I've had a few sets of limbs made over the years for it. If you get him on the phone he can talk your ear off.   :)  I've had my share of bows since then, most I don't have anymore. But I still have that Bruin.