ok, between the two, which is your favorite for a secure, light weight bow quiver?
-the eagles flight model
- or a great northern
i am willing to pay more for the great northern if it is worth it. and also which model great northern would be best for a martin savannah?
eagles flight. hands down.
wow, ok. Will i have to order the quiver directly from them in order to get the gripper for small diameter arrows (axis)?
Great northern, hands down!
ok, so far conflicting reports here, so could you please list your reasons for liking/ disliking one or the other?
atlatlzoom, I'm not going to step on any toes here. I'm sure the Great Northern is a darn good quiver. I just haven't had any experience with them. Now I know the Eagles Flight is a GREAT quiver. I have one, and I ordered two more 4 arrow models. Should be here this week. He's using red stiching on them to match the red accents on my Super Shrew Limiteds.
Yes, order directly from Don and get exactly what you want. LP
I tried both and preferred the Great Northern. You may also want to try the Thunderhorn Small Fry. Obviously, it's individual preference, so you will need to decide what works for you.
I think most of them work well, I have tried just about all of them, never owend a Boa though. I just like the feel of the GN on my bow. Nothing against the Eagles Flight. I like to carry 5 arrows, 3 B-Heads and a couple of blunts.
Archery equipment is like anything else. We all have our preferences. One product will never suit everyone.
Our goal at Eagle's Flight Archery was to make a lightweight quiver that would not alter how a bow felt in hand, or the way that it shot. Our quiver weighs only 4-5 ounces, will probably make your bow quieter, and won't alter how your bow feels, or shoots, like a heavier one will.
There are those who want to carry more arrows on their bow, and that is fine. A large quiver full of arrows will definitly alter how your bow will feel in hand and how it shoots. Some will say it acts like a stabilizer, and maybe that works for them.
Personally, I like a lightweight bow, and I like to carry as little as possible on my bow. We make these quivers for those who want to travel light. I believe that it was Ron LaClair who said that he has never needed more then 3 arrows when hunting. That's been our target, whose who need no more then three (or four) arrows.
Yesterday we placed a photo of the current EFA line of bow quivers on the Tradgang Sponsers Classified. The pricing is discounted for Tradgang members. We thank you for your support, and feel free to ask about other products that we make.
The great northern attaches using a rubber strap that wraps around the riser of your bow, and the wire frame sits "behind" the attachment points on your bow- it's the quiver I had used on longbows for a long time. Nothing wrong with it, but it does add substantial weight on its own and then fully loaded with five arrows you are getting up there.
The Eagle's Flight, as Don said, is almost like there is nothing there. He uses closed cell foam in his hood, the Great Northern uses hard rubber. I like the foam, because I can remove it, cover it with plasti dip to waterproof it to keep moisture off my b-heads, and reinsert.
Because the EFA is two pieces you can use it on a larger variety of bows- the GN will only adjust so much and then only if you buy the adjustable version. Even then you cannot change the angle of the hood or bottom piece- the EFA you can.
I do not like a wraparound style quiver on my TD recurves, and Don has responded to that by coming up with a limb bolt model for TD recurves which I and a couple other folks are field testing and it should be available pretty soon.
Carry a bow up and down a mountain all day and even 6 or 8 ounces will make a huge difference to how you feel at the end of the day when that shot opportunity of a lifetime presents itself.
I get no free quivers from Don, I pay just the same as everyone else, just in case someone is wondering...I just happen to like his stuff as it responds to a lot of the things we DISLIKE about bow quivers- mostly adjustability and the extra weight.
Some folks like Cadillacs, some like BMW's, and some like pickup trucks...it's all good as long as it gets the job done for you!
Another Eagles flight convert here. I have always been a fan of Thunderhorn quivers because they were well built, worked well, and mainly protected me from my broadheads.
Eagles flight does it all, and lighter to boot. I have one of Don's strap on models on my shrew and can't think of another quiver I would replace it with. My thunderhorn boa goes on the classifieds this week.
Like Ray, he has made me a limb bolt model and we are working on some changes but as soon as it's finalized, my two limb bolt Thunderhorns will be replaced by two Eagle's flight. My Numba1 Morrison has been wearing the prototype he sent me for about 2 weeks now and it's not coming off except for a different Eagle's flight. Not to mention, Don is extremely customer service oriented, even more so than I am used to in our trad community.
Lots of guys like the Great Northern but I never cared for 1) just leather in the hood to protect me from wicked sharp heads (sliding down a hillside with your bow in your hand you think about such things) 2) the attachement system and build quality seemed "cheap" in comparison 3) the one I had was adjustable but the adjustability made it noisy in comparison. JMO
don pls let us know when the bolt on version is on the market
I have both and the physical weight of the EF won me over.
Another huge EFA Mini Quiver fan here.
eagles flight. :thumbsup:
When I use a bow quiver, it's the EF.
Great Northern, it is light weight and does not make noise.
I've got both & have put both on a savanna & can tell ya without a doubt the eagles flight,you can't even tell it's on the bow....
I used nothing but Great Northern for a lot of years but when the Eagle Flight came out I switched and wouldn't use anything else at this time. But I do have an idea for a change in the lower part of the EF that I would like to see.
I got the extension for my new EF bolt on quiver last night...works perfectly to move the hood up on the bow for us with short risers. I'll post pics tonight...you guys with 3pc takedowns who like bolt ons will love this one as much as the strap on model.
Bill, let Don know. I am floored by how Don incorporates customer ideas, I'm sure he'll at least hear your thoughts.
Now, if we can just get him to come up with a 5-6 arrow model for hunting texas or other target rich environments :rolleyes:
Bill, I'd love to hear your idea. I sent you a pm.
Joe,looking forward to seeing the pictures of how that worked out with the extension. That was a challenge that I hadn't anticipated.
Working together is how progress is made. It is a fact that we all have a different slant on things, and that any of us may have an idea on how 2fletchsomething can be improved. We will always try to listen to what you have to say, and yes "thanks" for the ideas and encouragement.
I gotta back the EF 3 arrow quiver. I've only had mine since March, but I'm very happy with it. I didn't want a quiver that holds more than 3 arrows. I wanted it to be able to fit nicely on my wide longbow. And it was a far better price than the Great Northern. It holds my arrows onto my bow. And thats all I was needing.
Here's my opinion for what it's worth
http://shrewbows.com/ShrewUltra-Litequiver.htm
Ron, that's a great looking combination.
My problem is that beither quiver can handle being loaded with arrows tipped with Snuffers. They are both great quivers though for other broadheads.
C2, maybe Don will make a larger one in the future? :pray:
Interestingly, that was my complaint about the Great Northern- even 160 grizzlies hung 3/8" out the bottom of the hood, not to mention if I ever fell on it I would bleed to death before I ever got it stopped!!!!
My EFA handles the 160's no problem, plus it has a metal support piece in the hood to protect me.
Eagles Filight for me also . I love how light it feels on my bow and how it dampens the sound but with out changing the balance of my bow . They are also very sharp looking and at a very reasonable price plus Don is a very good guy to work with . Check out the Brown / snakeskin with front stiching you wont be dissapointed.
Mike Britt
2 fletch, have ever considered making an ultra light hip\\side quiver?
I tried em both and still prefer my Great Northerns. Gave the eagle flight away. Great Northerns can be easily removed from the bow, with arrows in it, quietly, quickly, and put back on the same. Best all around quiver for all hunting situations. Use what fits your hunting style the best. dino
Ian, I sent you a pm. I've thought about the idea of a lighter weight 4-6 arrow side quiver. I'm not sure what the demand would be for it.
2fletch, i would be very interested in a small, light weight hip quiver
I like them both. GN one piece is very tight and secure, more arrows. Eagle's Filight is also secure, lighter, but have not shoot with it enough to know how well it holds to the bow.
I have both the GN and the EFA. Like em both. The GN is my choice for larger heads like Snuffers. The EFA's are on my longbows with 2blade heads. No problems with my EFA's slipping like some other quivers I have had. They hold my arrows secure and don't weight hardly anything even when full of arrows.
I have a GN to attach at the Limb Bolts, like it.
I also have 2 Kanati Quivers currently sold through 3 Rivers and Custom King among others.
Like 'm alot. The Kanati is a true custom grade
quiver, balance is great even with a light mass bow. The 4 arrow quivers are what has been needed for along while, who needs more arrows
than that for normal hunting endeavours?
Estacado
Here's the pic of the bolt on Eagle's Flight...with the extension added to move the quiver up the riser for those with short riser bows.
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I'm REALLY beginning to love how much lighter this bolt on is than my Thunderhorns.
And for those worried about not being able to fit broadheads in this quiver, here's a shot of 4 Pearson Deadheads safely tucked away...not touching.
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I don't know about snuffers but I'm very pleased with getting these Deadheads in such a minimalist, yet safe, quiver. Now, we just gotta convince Don to do a slightly larger version for 5/6 arrows or those with big broadheads like the snuffer (or the Simmons Treesharks I like to carry).
Thanks Don, you should have my order for the second one for Numba2 Morrison in your email.
And like Ray, I get no free quivers etc., I'm paying for these just like you...but I believe in telling folks about an obviously great product.
I have a GN side mount and just ordered an EF for a new 3 pc. longbow. I hadn't read this or I might have waited for the limb bolt version but I can't wait to give the EF a whirl. I will say this, Don was great with the customer service. He helped with color combinations and I think my EF will match my bow perfect. To be fair, the guys at GN have always been very helpful as well.
JC,
look at that first pic... flip that nut/bolt around the other way on that attachment point- it will look a bunch cleaner if you do!
Wonder if Don will make the aluminum in that short riser version one piece of metal in future?
I am with ray and others, the EF is the way to go. I also like the Thunderhorn Boa better than the GN. GNs are nice but do add weigth and to me they are not as sturdy, more movement in them at the shot. Shawn
Ray , I was thinking the same thing about that bolt...there both good...eagles wont slow ur bow down as much as great northern...and I had bow quiver that affected the spine of my arrow, the bow just shot different with bow quiver. But I like the eagles too... :thumbsup: ...baby boa is goodin too
Thanks for all the input guys, I decided to order a cherokee model from Eagle's Flight, and it should be here about tuesday. When I get it i'll post on here telling how I like it.
Ray, I was in a hurry to get it on and shoot it before it was dark! Now...I don't want to take it off so it may just stay that way LOL.
You really can't do it in one piece because of the different limb pad angles: different bows would have different angles and require some adjustment of that arm angle imho.
i got ya...you are right...I didn't think about it from that perspective...you would have to make 50 different pieces if it was one section of metal!
Ray and JC, your feedback has been honest and helpful. This is a new area for us, but it looks promising. Your help will definely jump start this program with EFA. We should be coming on stream with the EFA 4 arrow limb bolt quiver in a couple of weeks, thanks to you and others who have given valuable suggestions and feedback.
Plenty of room for 160 Land Sharks.
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Well, I recieved my quiver today(very fast, great service) and I am very pleased. The quiver is light, and it stays put. and plenty of room for my stingers. Before i ordered it i was a bit skeptical about the velcro, but it works great! The stiching and the color of the leather go great with the grip I put on my bow! here are some pics...
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I should have mine tomorrow or Wednesday so I will try to get some pics on here as well. One of the things I was really impressed by was that Don really tried to get a two-tone pattern that would match my bow well...I can't wait to see what he put together. The quiver looks great by the way.
darn....was all happy-as-can-be with my EF 4 arrow wrap around on my 3piece recurve.....now I gotta get one of the limb bolt models too!!!
:)
not the best pic (cell phone camera) but heres my combo
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Hickstick, Is that a rub or is that the work of a beaver? I need some more beavertail.
Mine came in today...what service! This quiver looks like it will match my bow to a T and I am very impressed with the workmanship. Like many others though, I may just have to break down and order the limb bolt model with the same combo of leathers when they become available!!! Thanks Don, great product, great price, and excellent service. I will post pics later once I get it mounted on my longbow.
nope don...thats a rub on a 8" dia. tree a few hundred feet out the back door :)
Hickstick...looks like he rubbed that tree all the way through the sapwood down to the heartwood. I have a 12 foot Leyland Cypress in the back yard that was killed by a buck last year. That seems to be the favorite rub tree in this area.
they hit some cedars hard around here.. the same day I found the one pictured I found another 8" dia cedar that was literally rubbed all the way around the circumference of the tree..... really wish I had brought my good camera with me that day....