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Title: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Straitshot on June 02, 2010, 12:09:00 AM
I didn't want to hijack eddings220,s Tall Tines post so I thought I would open my own.

I almost gave up on getting a Tall Tines bow. When I initially placed my order we thought the lead time would be significantly shorter than what it turned out to be, and had I known what the actual time would have been, I might not have ordered one. I think I can honestly say that I am glad I thought it was going to be less, because I believe the wait has been well worth the outcome. If this thing shoots as good as it looks, and I think it will, I believe I've got a keeper for sure.

The bow is being shipped out tomorrow so I should have it in time for some serious weekend shooting.

Here are a few pictures Brian sent to sweeten the anticipation.


    (http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/Sonnygun/TT2.jpg)

    (http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/Sonnygun/TT3.jpg)
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: peak98 on June 02, 2010, 12:11:00 AM
Absolutely STUNNING !!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: cacciatore on June 02, 2010, 03:56:00 AM
Congrats,it is a gorgeous bow and it looks exactly like the one is supposed to arrive to me.
Please post some reviews as it will show up.
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: A.S. on June 02, 2010, 06:21:00 AM
Glad to see you are about to get it Louis!

Let us know how she shoots!!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Steve O on June 02, 2010, 06:25:00 AM
Whatcha' got there?  Macassar Ebony and Bocote?

I'm betting once you shoot it, you will forget all about a couple extra weeks on the list   :archer:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Dan White on June 02, 2010, 07:38:00 AM
Good looking bow!   :cool:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Chris Surtees on June 02, 2010, 07:42:00 AM
:thumbsup:     :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: KentuckyTJ on June 02, 2010, 07:46:00 AM
Wow she's a beaut Louis, congrats brother.
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Guss on June 02, 2010, 08:43:00 AM
Very nice Louis!! I can honestly say they do shoot as good...if not better than they look!!
I'm getting ready to call Brian and have a riser built for my extra set of limbs...my limbs are bocote and that's an awesome combo you have there! Is the riser Macassar Ebony? May have found my new riser wood! Looking forward to your thoughts on how she performs.
            Jr.
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: billy shipp on June 02, 2010, 08:44:00 AM
Beautiful bow Louis.

Brian definitely has an eye for picking and matching wood combos.
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Straitshot on June 02, 2010, 02:13:00 PM
Allen, thanks. How are you liking yours? I will have more about mine after this weekend.

SteveO, you are correct Macassar and Bocote.

Thanks Tom, I will let you know how it shoots later this weekend. Anxious for it to arrive.

Louis
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: rastaman on June 02, 2010, 04:28:00 PM
Very nice!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: eddings220 on June 02, 2010, 06:45:00 PM
Great Looking bow, beautiful! Conrats!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: ronnyg on June 02, 2010, 08:00:00 PM
That is a beautiful bow.  I can't wait to get mine!  It should be in the mail next week!!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: A.S. on June 02, 2010, 08:11:00 PM
Louis, mine had to go back to Brian. The riser got damaged by the post office. I should have it back next week.
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: ckanous on June 02, 2010, 09:05:00 PM
I like the looks of the antler knobs!!Actually I like the whole bow, sweet!!!!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Straitshot on June 05, 2010, 05:14:00 PM
OK, the bow came today and after putting it together and tuning it I have done some shooting. Not as much as I want to but I will do some more this evening when it cools down some. It is presently about 103 outside.

After putting some cat whiskers on the string and serving on a knock I went out to shoot. I have found the bow to be exceptionally smooth, very forgiving, and puts my 29" 2115's with 250gr. up front down range with exceptional authority. The grip is perfect. I have other bows with really good grips but I consider the new Tall Tines to be the best. It is like it was form fitted to my hand. Just super!

I took more pictures so you can judge for yourself as to the aesthetics of the bow.

My original question was, was my significantly longer wait time worth it, and my answer is by all means yes! I don't think anyone felt any more sorry about the extended wait than Brian. The man builds a terrific bow and they have grown in popularity rapidly. My advise for those who are currently waiting is to be patient because the end results is well worth the wait.

Louis


(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/Sonnygun/027.jpg)
 (http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/Sonnygun/018-1.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/Sonnygun/020-1.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/Sonnygun/023.jpg)
(http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a57/Sonnygun/025-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Dan White on June 05, 2010, 05:39:00 PM
Sharp bow Louis, I hope you enjoy it.
 :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: varmint101 on June 05, 2010, 05:43:00 PM
Very nice looking bow!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: 1/4 away on June 05, 2010, 06:31:00 PM
Louis, Congrats, it's a beauty!!! And welcome to the Tall Tines Fan Club.
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Big Ed on June 05, 2010, 07:17:00 PM
Looks to be well worth the wait!!!
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Post by: Steve O on June 05, 2010, 09:35:00 PM
:archer:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: eddings220 on June 05, 2010, 11:32:00 PM
Beautiful bow, I am glad to hear such great reports on the TT's, as mine should be here Monday or Tuesday.
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: gregk on June 06, 2010, 03:32:00 PM
Beautiful, good choice of woods.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Traditional-Archer on June 06, 2010, 03:58:00 PM
Straitshot, I know you had them ship that bow to the wrong address, why not send it to Columbia,PA I would have kept an eye on it for ya, no strings attached. A free service from one trad brother to another, great looking bow best wishes.
Bruce
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: Dirtybird on June 08, 2010, 09:26:00 PM
Just spoke with Brian the other day and nailed down the wood choices.  To say I'm excited would be an understatement.  When everything thing is done I'll post pics and details.  Can't wait!   :banghead:
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: jonsimoneau on June 08, 2010, 10:38:00 PM
Looks like ebony and bacote.  I am a sucker for those woods together.  Never shot one before, but that bow is way past beautiful!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: eddings220 on June 08, 2010, 10:42:00 PM
Hey Straightshot, it was worth the wait.  Got mine today and it is great! Brian does a great job and the grip is awesome! Take care and enjoy!
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: joe vt on June 09, 2010, 08:10:00 AM
Very sweet looking curve.  I'm kicking myself for not ordering one months ago.........
Title: Re: Tall Tines wait, has it been worth it? ( Answer & New pics page 2 )
Post by: stykshooter on June 09, 2010, 08:38:00 AM
They're worth the wait and shoot great, congrats.