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Title: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: McDave on January 23, 2010, 02:08:00 PM
I particularly like the way Dick used curved laminations in the riser; I also like the way he managed to make the laminations form an "X" in the throat of the grip.

The light wood is fiddleback maple, and the darker wood is cocobolo.  The limbs have bamboo cores and juniper veneers.

  (http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s175/mcdavid1944/Stykbow1.jpg)

  (http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s175/mcdavid1944/Stykbow2.jpg)
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: billy shipp on January 23, 2010, 02:14:00 PM
Dang that is pretty.

Congrats
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Over&Under on January 23, 2010, 02:22:00 PM
Dave
That is stunning for sure!!  How bout a pic of the limbs??

Bet she shoots good too, I have heard some great things about the new Robertsons!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Matt Green on January 23, 2010, 02:26:00 PM
1. congrats - exceptionally beautiful bow
2. ??What sold you on the Robertson?
3. ??please post an update on how it shoots (speed, forgiveness, how quiet, etc)
4. ??how long was the wait after ordering

am considering one of these myself and want to get as many opinions as i can
thanks in advance
matt Green
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Tater on January 23, 2010, 02:31:00 PM
Nice wood combination, beautiful Bow!!

       You can't go wrong with a Robertson.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: WESTBROOK on January 23, 2010, 02:31:00 PM
Pretty bow!

Dick & Yote make some awesome bows

Eric
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: oneshot-onekill on January 23, 2010, 03:11:00 PM
That riser is stunning!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: on January 23, 2010, 03:32:00 PM
Now you've gone and made me jealous, I am anxiously waiting for my Robertson.  Dick, how is my longbow coming along?
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: JRY309 on January 23, 2010, 03:32:00 PM
Beautiful wood combo,very nice,congrats!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Gumby on January 23, 2010, 04:01:00 PM
Awesome looking bow!  :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: azhunter on January 23, 2010, 04:10:00 PM
That's a beauty for sure.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: McDave on January 23, 2010, 05:13:00 PM
Matt,

I bought a Vision longbow from another member of this forum, and decided it was the best longbow I have ever shot.  So I called Dick and gave him an order for this recurve.  It takes 6-7 months from the date of the order for him to make the bow and ship it to you.

The bow is 55# @ 28", which is also my draw length.  I first shot some 3555 Gold Tips, but found that they were too weak; to shoot 3555's, I would have to load too much weight on the back and couldn't get the FOC I wanted.  I finally decided on 5575's with a 145 grain point, which fly very nicely.  They also fly fine with 125 grain points, but better with 145 grain points.  It is very quiet with the silencers that Dick provides on the string.

The most distinguishing point of the bow, other than the artistry of construction, is it's light weight.  It is the noticeably the lightest of any of my recurves.

It is too early to tell if it will be my favorite recurve, but it is definitely in the running.

This is a picture of me shooting it, if that will help you get any idea.  I have to say it is me shooting it, because people often think it is Johnny Depp, but it is a common mistake and I don't get bothered by it anymore.

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Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: bornagainbowhunter on January 23, 2010, 05:14:00 PM
that is one sweet bow!! I have 2 Robertson longbow and am thinking about ordering a Tribal Styk for myself for my birthday... That is awful nice of me, huh?
I really like the wood choices you made.
congrats!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Jmgcurve on January 23, 2010, 05:28:00 PM
Sweet..... I have a Vision Falcon and it is my go to bow. The smoothest and quitest bow (curve) I have ever shoot. You got a keeper there, David.

Enjoy!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: joe skipp on January 23, 2010, 06:44:00 PM
:thumbsup:     :notworthy:
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Gerry on January 23, 2010, 06:47:00 PM
Rpbertson bows are sweet.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Bowferd on January 23, 2010, 06:53:00 PM
Dave, please let me know when this one no longer works for you.
I've been watching your posts, but don't often see any bows for sale.
Can I see your wall?
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: owlbait on January 23, 2010, 06:56:00 PM
Dick has been and continues to be one of the finest bowyers out there. His work is shooting art pieces that look and perform at a high level.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: DannyBows on January 23, 2010, 07:01:00 PM
That bow is a Stunner!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Jerry Wald on January 23, 2010, 07:02:00 PM
That' purdy.......I love the riser and the "X" is SO COOL

jer Bear
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: chad graham on January 23, 2010, 07:08:00 PM
that sure is a beauty!i have one of his recurves as well they are the best bows i have ever shot i have shot a lot of others but you cant beat the feel of loosen a arrow from a robertson.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: cacciatore on January 23, 2010, 07:33:00 PM
The Robertson recurve are my prefered since long time,I get my first since 1992 a beautyful Montana Falcon witha already rare piece of Brasilian rosewood as a riser.Then I bought almost all the model he made with little improvment every few years.Dick is a precursor,maybe he is been the first one to come out with limbs veneers and the first one to release the Reflex Deflex LB.His latest creation line recurve:the Fatal Stik is his best ever. As already sayed is very light ,but stable,this makes a perfect elk hunting bow to carry all day long up in the mountain.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Ric O'Shay on January 23, 2010, 07:43:00 PM
I had to watch the video about 8 times to see the Depp family resemblance. The first 7 times I could only look at that bow!

Nice!    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Hot Hap on January 23, 2010, 08:16:00 PM
Very nice!! I might have to sell the BW I got from you and order one of those. Hap
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: sore fingers on January 23, 2010, 10:40:00 PM
Congrats on the bow. That is one of the coolest risers ive ever seen. A work of art!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Dusty Nethery on January 23, 2010, 10:44:00 PM
Outstanding.

Too many good looking bows keep popping up. My resolve is only so strong.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: MCNSC on January 23, 2010, 11:22:00 PM
I bought a used Robertson Fatal stick here on the classifieds a couple months back. It is a great shooting beautiful bow. I really havent shot it much yet as it was deer season when I got it and I didnt want to be switching bows during the season. I am a Widow fan but this bow is very easy to shoot well and I havent spent any time tuning yet. Great bows.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Shinken on January 24, 2010, 01:07:00 AM
DAVE!!!

Great EXPANSION and CONCLUSION on that shot!

Oh - yea - that is one nice Robertson recurve as well.

Keep up the great shooting!

Shoot straight, David Camp
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Hud on January 24, 2010, 01:19:00 AM
Gorgeous bow, the maple and cocobolo combination is really sharp. Dick Robertson makes a fine bow.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Larry Surtees on January 24, 2010, 02:36:00 AM
Beautiful bow!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Possum2 on January 24, 2010, 03:21:00 AM
D... thats makes me want a new bow now.  :knothead:  

Nice bow Dave something to appreciate!

Thats what I like about trad bows always something to make you drool!!!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Benny Nganabbarru on January 24, 2010, 07:17:00 AM
A beautiful bow; all the best with it!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: jomama on January 24, 2010, 04:55:00 PM
nice bow, very nice bow.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: far rider on January 24, 2010, 04:58:00 PM
very nice!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Ray Hammond on January 24, 2010, 05:22:00 PM
Mr. Depp, Sir...you must have spent more time in teh shower washing your hair and you must have removed your earrings- you look a lot better than you usually do!!!!

Pretty bow, David!!!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: McDave on January 24, 2010, 07:55:00 PM
Nice to hear from all of you, and it makes me feel like I've got some pretty good friends around here, even though I haven't met most of you.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: GREASEMAN on January 24, 2010, 08:04:00 PM
They don't come much better than a Robertson Bow!!Awesome workmanship!
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: LongbowGuy83 on January 24, 2010, 08:13:00 PM
Good looking bow man.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: amar911 on January 24, 2010, 08:21:00 PM
The bow looks great and the shooting ain't bad either.

Allan
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: hogdancer on January 24, 2010, 08:53:00 PM
Beautiful bow !  I love mine and looking for another.
Title: Re: My new Robertson Stykbow
Post by: Jim Ludy on January 24, 2010, 10:30:00 PM
I am a big fan of Dick's bows. Yours is a dandy. Congratulations on your choice. Jim.