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Title: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 21, 2009, 08:51:00 PM
I went with Jims new Route 66 (low wrist) version. I asked Jim to build the riser of charcoal dymondwood for mass weight, and to go with stained quilted maple to blend in with my michigan hardwoods while hunting... All I can say is this Firefly shoots as good as it looks...Jim makes one heck of a bow!

  (http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii152/jacobsladdergrice/P1050413.jpg)

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  (http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii152/jacobsladdergrice/P1050410.jpg)

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Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Jason_MO on August 21, 2009, 08:58:00 PM
Very nice!  Definitely on my short list..  Enjoy!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Oliverstacy on August 21, 2009, 09:02:00 PM
Very nice!...should look great when all the leaves are down the the days are grey!

Josh
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Prairie Drifter on August 21, 2009, 09:21:00 PM
Sharp! what color did he stain the limbs?Are they grey? Dk brown? What length bow and draw weight?
Again, very nice!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: T Folts on August 21, 2009, 09:25:00 PM
Steve
Welcome to the family, very nice bow. They shure shoot good dont they.

Terry
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 21, 2009, 09:45:00 PM
the limbs are stained a charcoal gray...the bow is a 60" 47@28"...It will blend in great with the winter north woods for sure..Awesome low grip...with  some palm swell and a slight thumb rest..very very comfortable, smooth, and snappy quick... Drew and I stopped by Jims shop today to pick it up... I'm very happy to be part of the firefly family.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: whitebuffalo on August 21, 2009, 09:47:00 PM
Nice bow Steve,, Very nice,  :eek:  ,JB
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Yellow Dog on August 21, 2009, 09:57:00 PM
Steve, that's a beauty for sure.


 :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: heydeerman on August 21, 2009, 10:00:00 PM
:clapper:     :clapper:    :clapper:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Ron Bushong on August 21, 2009, 10:03:00 PM
Steve,
That's a nice bow for sure.  Jim is a very talented bowyer, a super nice guy and good friend.  Thanks for stopping by to visit and show it to me while you & Drew were in the area this afternoon.  It was great to see you guys again.  I'll see you in October.
Ron
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 21, 2009, 10:07:00 PM
thanks Ron...good to see you too! Can't wait for october   :campfire:  I'll cook you a burger   ;)
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Elkchaser on August 21, 2009, 11:34:00 PM
Very nice bow. I have been part of the Firefly family for a couple of weeks and love it. Very stable, quiet, accurate, and extremely fine craftsmanship. When I get a chance, I'll take some photos to post.
Ron
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Oregon Okie on August 22, 2009, 12:01:00 AM
Man I like those limbs. Very sharp.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Jedimaster on August 22, 2009, 12:03:00 AM
Really nice looking bow!  Love the charcoal dymondwood and it looks fantastic next to the stained maple.  You done good!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: wihill on August 22, 2009, 01:47:00 AM
Wow that is a beauty!!  I love those stained limbs!   Jim makes a great bow, that's for sure.  I need to get another one...
  :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Bmac on August 22, 2009, 06:24:00 AM
Great looking bow!  I may have to try a FIREFLY one of these days.  Good luck putting meat on the table with it this fall.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: bentpole on August 22, 2009, 07:44:00 AM
Now that's my kind of bow!   :thumbsup:   What a looker!   :archer:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: flint kemper on August 22, 2009, 01:39:00 PM
Very nice. I would like to shoot one of the low wrist grips as I favor them more. I shot a Firefly at Braveheart Archery and would not hesitate to recomend them to anyone. Flint
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 22, 2009, 01:44:00 PM
Flint.... this bow flat out shoots...If you favor a low wrist and want a take down i'd recommend big time...the pic is a bit decieving because the riser looks  larger than it is... Jims low wrist is perfect... i couldnt be happier with the craftsmanship and how this bow performs.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: CHAD on August 22, 2009, 02:35:00 PM
Nice FireFly,
That gray stain on the limbs looks cool.

          Chad
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Drew on August 22, 2009, 03:02:00 PM
She's a looker in person and flat out shoots...I'm not a fan of the low wrist but was slapping arrows with her and even busted a nock!
Jim did an awesome job as usual!!

Hope Steve does his part this fall, "Black Beauty" would look good laying over a fat old whitetail.

Had a good time hanging with ya Bro, and always spending time with Jim and of course we had to keep Ron on his toes,LOL!

Hey GAAAAAttttOOOOOrrr, it's your turn Mr. Mitch, LMAO!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 22, 2009, 03:56:00 PM
Drew...had a great time too! If "Black Beauty" doesnt connect it wont be her fault...lol....I have a feeling Jim should get a call from MN soon..lol....
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Gator1 on August 22, 2009, 04:39:00 PM
Well, finally had a chance to see the pics.

Message in...
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 22, 2009, 04:55:00 PM
:thumbsup:  

Mitch.... book a trip to michigan weekend oct 10 ...you are way too much fun!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: twotimer on August 22, 2009, 05:05:00 PM
now thats a sharp combination my "great friend",hope that ole "treadway" don't get jealous :bigsmyl:don't lean it up against an oak,and wonder off to far,you might not be able to find it,as it will realy blend in,in the autumm woods.congrats.best regards,robert  :thumbsup:    :campfire:    :coffee:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 22, 2009, 05:22:00 PM
thanks Robert!...ive got 1 treadway that will stay put...but i do think shes getting jealous..you guys are great... thanks for sharing your comments!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Overspined on August 22, 2009, 07:36:00 PM
very nice! Low wrist huh, I may have to try it!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: excelpoint on August 22, 2009, 07:38:00 PM
Very nice mate. I have a 58" Firefly. Great bows for sure.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Drew on August 23, 2009, 08:51:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Gator1:
Well, finally had a chance to see the pics.

Message in...
LOL, so we got "disoriented" for a bit...besides some guy kept calling on Steve's cell. Get your butt up here for BuckJam, you could meet Jim and you "might" get to shoot my Firefly(s).   :eek:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: bentpole on August 23, 2009, 10:59:00 AM
Steve give ole bentpole first crack iffen you want to sell her!!   :biglaugh:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 23, 2009, 11:55:00 AM
bentpole...my 3 top shooters so far ...1 this firefly, my 64" treadway original, and the 64" hornes traditionalist i picked up for daughters boyfriend.....of course i had to shoot it some....   :biglaugh:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Tim Fishell on August 23, 2009, 07:59:00 PM
She turned out awesome Steve!!  Jim did a stand up job as always.    :thumbsup:  

Are you guys sure we want that Mitch guy here in October??    :confused:    :goldtooth:  
Come on up Mitch it would be a great time!!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 23, 2009, 09:34:00 PM
thanks guys!...love the way this shoots
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 24, 2009, 12:28:00 PM
up for the weekdayers
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: buckster on August 24, 2009, 07:28:00 PM
Wow, I sure want to try one of the fine bows out in the near future.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Pinecone on August 24, 2009, 09:28:00 PM
Dandy of a bow, Jacobsladder.  I absolutely love my Firefly and hope to break it in next week in Wyoming.  My goodness...Jim's bows flat shoot!

Claudia
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 24, 2009, 09:42:00 PM
thanks Claudia.... i know what you mean on the shooting qualities...unbelievable....
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: kennym on August 24, 2009, 09:45:00 PM
Sweet !!  Congrats! That must be the one Jim was tellin me about! Looks real good!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: dakota tim on August 24, 2009, 11:56:00 PM
She sure is pretty Steve!  But you put it above your Treadway?  How's it compare to your old black swamp?
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 25, 2009, 09:16:00 AM
Dakota tim... The firefly is easier for me to shoot than the blackswamp. It  has all the key ingredients of a great bow...quick , quiet, smooth, well balanced, and great craftsmanship.... Love the dymondwood riser.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Russ Clagett on August 25, 2009, 01:18:00 PM
my firefly is soooooooooooo quiet.........and fast.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: Jwilliam on August 25, 2009, 03:44:00 PM
Very nice looking bow Steve!!!  :thumbsup:    :notworthy:  


Bill
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: bentpole on August 25, 2009, 04:11:00 PM
WHAT!!! HORNES TRADITIONALIST!!!???   :scared:    :eek:    :scared:  What are the specs on it?   :readit:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on August 27, 2009, 03:10:00 PM
ttt..for black beauty!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: fillmorehd on August 27, 2009, 06:09:00 PM
Steve  Sorry that I havent checked here in a few days.  Man that Fly is pretty!  Now you know what every one else has found out.  Killer shooting bows made by a great guy.  I love my 3 for sure.  Terry
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on September 11, 2009, 12:53:00 AM
fantastic bow!
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: T Folts on September 11, 2009, 07:15:00 AM
Steve
How ya doing there. I have been shooting my fly everyday and like it more and more. I have been fine tunning with broadheads and boy does this bow perform. It spits a 625gr carbon like nobodys business. I'm shooting a tournament with it saturday with it, I dont plan on doing good but I will sure enjoy spending time shootig though. I was in you neck of the woods two weeks ago at whitetail acres.
Take it easy bud
Terry
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on September 11, 2009, 09:42:00 AM
good to hear from ya terry...im doing good ...getting anxious for deer season.
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: bentpole on September 11, 2009, 03:43:00 PM
Steve, do you want to sell it yet?   :goldtooth:
Title: Re: My new FIREFLY (Route 66)
Post by: jacobsladder on September 11, 2009, 07:10:00 PM
this one is staying put!!

Jim has created the masterpiece for me... has all of the qualities i need.... now i just need to do my part   :thumbsup: