Well it finally happened. I lost my favorite tab. It was an older calf hair model and I have long since forgotten where I bought it and who made it. I have plenty of spares, but none of them strike my fancy like the old one did. The Saunders pk tabs are ok, but I really liked that old leather and calf hair tab a lot.
I have literally shot the calf hair side off of some of the newer tabs in a day or two...junk! Who still makes a great calf hair tab? I need to break some in here in the next week or two...
Not sure about the calf hair tabs. I have a big shot buffalo I really like. But the tab I use is a Fred Eichler tab I got from 3 rivers. Great tab.
Check out Three Rivers for the Kant Pinch.
http://www.3riversarchery.com/Armguards+Gloves+Tabs++Calf+Hair+Tab_c1_s81_p0_i4045X_product.html
You may wish to read the 3 Rivers Black Widow 3-Under Hair Tab reviews which are posted on their website.
I love the Fred Eichler tab too. (3R) I like the Alaska bowhunting cordovan tab too and used them for years but the Eichler tab has taken over.
I tore the finger on my calf-hair tab and came up with a cobbled up tab based on the finger loop and spacer of the Kant Pinch (or whatever Three Rivers sells that looks like one) and a plain leather tab I had kicking around I never liked that had an elastic loop for the middle finger. I really like the result - but will never be able to duplicate it.
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Stumpkiller, nice job I like that tab.
I have always liked the EW Bateman tab and have several that are 3-5 years old. The ones I have always used were cordovan leather. I got a calf hair to try, little more feel to the string awesome release.
I have not shot it long enough to report on the longevity I have only had it 6 months or so.
Another vote for the Bateman tabs. I really like mine.
+3 on the Bateman - the last one I picked up was thinner than my other, maybe it was an oddball but I like them a little thicker (cleaner release for me)
I like my Bateman cordovan tab.
Will have to check out the bateman. Thanks.
Black Widow makes a nice one. I like that it has the fenders between the fingers!
I like the Black Widow tabs. Stopped shooting a glove because of them.
I've shot a Neet calf hair tab for years, but about 2 months ago, I tried a Fred Eichler tab from 3Rivers. I really like the Eichler tab. Quick release and feels great (I like to feel the string on my fingers). I've shot this tab quite a bit with no wear showing. I'll probably lose it before I wear it out.
Gregg,
I think Don Ward at Eagle Flight Archery makes a nice calf hair tab and could fix you up with what you need.
I like the Bateman cordovan tabs and have several of them. The Fred Eichler tab that 3Rivers sells also looks very nice.
Allan
Saunders Pak Tab - my one and only!
Bisch
I have not been able to find a calf hair tab that I can keep the hair on long at all. I like the BW tab a lot, but they don't last for me. I have been shooting the pac-tab and liking it, but got a Fred Eichler tab that 3Rivers sells and I am set now. Best tab for me that I have ever tried.
I like the Eichler tab, but only shot cheap felt ones before that. It is pretty thin, which I like. The cordovan is now totally separated from the backing (cheap glue), but it still works fine.
Thanks guys! Looking forward to hunting with you again, Allan.
OK, guys, Thanks for the input. I ordered the Eichler tab and the Bateman calf hair tab (two of each). They came in on Friday. They are different, but both are nice. I will like and use them both, but I think the bateman tab will eventually get the nod.
Gregg,
Glad you like the tabs. I hope you will post again when you have shot both of them more. I have the Bateman cordovan tab and have been looking at the Eichler. Some folks have said the Eichler runs smaller than normal. What do you think? See you soon.
Allan
Gregg, I bought 15 calf hair tabs the other day over at the Bear factory,,, they were on sale at a very nice price... They are their Satellite Archery brand, calf hair, plastic spacer(removable)..if you want a couple of them let me know and I'll get them to you some how? I was making my own but I ran out of the calf hair..
Gregg, another vote for the Eichler tab. I've shot Neet hair tabs for a long time, which was my favorite until I started shooting the Fred Eichler. I've tried several other tabs, but the Eichler is the best so far. I ordered two and have them broke in already (didn't take long).
Jerry
I've used Bateman tabs for over 30 years.
I too have fallen in love with the Eichler tab as well. What is it about guys in this field named Fred?
I know you already got yours but another vote for Don at Eagle Flight Archery