I hope this doesn't come off like a sales pitch for Tall Tines as that's not my intention. Every bowhunter eventually/hopefully finds that special bow and there are a lot of good ones to be had. I'm just excited about finding one that fits ME extremely well and wanted to share the good news. That's what we do on TG, don't we? HA!
I probably have too may bows as is (Just ask my wife), most are well-built, and some down-right fascinating to just prop up and look at, however only a few seem to really fit me or are what I would call great shooters. My new Tall Tine recurve falls into the latter category and is actually now at the top of the list.
Hands down, it's been the easiest and fastest bow to setup ever (FOR ME). It's forgiving, very stable in the hand, quiet, and shoots where I look. I just have to remember to look at the right spot:^)
In the beginning I was a bit disappointed. When I initially strung the bow and launched my first arrow it sounded off with a loud TWANG. OUCH! A few twists of the string later, plus the addition of only 2 small Catwhiskers, and the bow was shooting quieter that any of my other recurves . . . and launching my 580 grain arrows with authority. Can't get over the grip either, no searching for that sweet spot; my hand just goes "there" every single time.
Before yesterday I had only shot the bow in my basement, but the weather finally warmed up allowing some extended outdoor testing. This not only confirmed what I had experienced shooting indoors, but enhanced things when I saw the arrows in flight over longer distances. Nothing but a tight circular rotation of three fletchings from bow to target, and with the lowest "thump" on release. Oh, did I mention the the bow is also easy on the eyes? How lucky can you get.
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Wow, that is a sweet looking beauty! Congrats on finding a great bow to fit you. :thumbsup: :clapper:
Sweet lookin too!!
Easy to look at alright!
That is a very nice looking bow, a work of art..
smokin hot looking bow!
cocobolo riser?
what limb veneer is that?
Joe, the riser is Brazilian Rosewood. Veneers are eastern Red Cedar and the light colored accents are Myrtle. The inlay on the grip is a piece of antler taken from the last buck my Father took wih a bow. I cut a section from the antler, shaped it, and sent it to Brian Wessel to be inlaid.
Gary, I feel the same way. Congrats on a great bow and welcome to the TT club. I have a feelin those turkeys in your neck of the woods don't stand a chance.
Very tastefully coordinated. I hope it serves you well.
Great looking bow and congrats on finding your "special" bow.
Is that a bone shaped arrowhead in the grip?That is really eye catching.
That is a real beaut!
Goodun!
gary,
very nice idea with the antler inlay from your dad's deer....very special.
those veneers look fantastic with the sapwood knots.
just an awesome looking custom recurve !
Very good looking bow indeed,mabe someday I will have the opertunity to shoot a tall tines.
Very nice looking bow, the inlay is a nice touch.
Gary, I hope that someday you figure out how to take a good picture of a bow, I think it would really set that one off. Just kidding, I don't know if I like the bow or the pictures better.
What a beauty. The light knots in the limb veneers add a lot character.
I also like the story of the antler overlay and your Dad. What a nice memory to have with you when you go hunting.
Nice rig, congratulations on finding "the one."
Very nice. One gorgeous recurve. Thanks for posting.
My findings are the same with my new TT... though yours is much much more man purdy Gary.
I tell you what, they shoot BETTER than they look! Now you are going to have to try one of the longbows...
love the look of that bow.
Yep, I'm prepping the bow for it's first major engagement - Kentucky's spring turkey season!!!
i have one on order.. luv yours
Yes Gary your bow is really special and I agree with you they are really good and easy shooters.
A beauty...
:thumbsup: Sweet!
That is a Beauty,Very nice.
No "sales pitch" necessary for a Tall Tines. They speak clearly for themselves.
The inlay is really cool.
Good luck with the Turkeys, and thanks for sharing the pictures. :thumbsup:
Gary, I love the inlays. My Dad was an awesome man also. Shot his last Elk at 86, very cool both my brother and I were there. My Dad was so proud. Cool
Gary, great photos. How about a "How to Take Bow Pics" tuorial? I really like the red cedar and the myrtle accents. They coordinate well with that special inlay on the riser. What a great momento to have with you in the woods. Brian builds great shooting and looking bows. Congrats to you! :thumbsup:
I think IMHO Brian has come a LONG ways in the way his bows look and the quality of detail he puts into them.
Saw them in person two yrs ago and was nice but...
That one shows how much talent the man has been hiding from us.
Never did get to try one yet but maybe...
Great inlay on that bow. One to hold on to.
VERY nice bow, Gary. It is one to be proud of. If it shoots anywhere near as good as it looks, it is a winner. The only thing wrong is that Brian seems to have messed up and cut the sight window on the wrong side. Other than that it looks like my kind of bow. Congratulations.
Allan
Awesome looking Bow! I'm sure it shoots as good as it looks.
Chuck
very nice!!
NICE!!!
Gary
Thats' a Beauty!! :thumbsup: :clapper:
May I ask the specs on your bow...and also what your draw length is?
I have a myrtle wood one coming [ new to me] and would like to confirm that the 58" length will accomodate my 28 1/2" draw lenght.
Thanks' Gene :pray: :coffee:
Gene, my Tall Tines TD recurve is a LH 60" model. I'm drawing 58 pounds @ my 30" draw with no noticable stacking . . . shooting 31" Axis 340s with 250 grain Terminators up front. I have three RW helical 5" fletchings in the 'Fred Bear Style" (Burned them myslef, based on one of Fred's arrows.)
Thats one nice bow :thumbsup:
I really like the wood combo used!
Margly
Real nice.
I know it was said before but WOW!!!! Nice bow, a piece of art!!!
It's beautiful! He put the shelf on the wrong side though...LOL
Congrats on a beautiful bow!!!
what a beauty
Thanks everyone. You all have me pumped up and wanting to take it out for test spin part 2!
Very nice looking bow glad to hear how much you like it.
Sweet bow.....Enjoy and good luck
Very nice bow and a great setup! Great pictures also!
Thanks John. That new Kanati angle quiver w/Tall Tines logo turned out to be a nice combo.
Yes Sir that is probably the best looking bow I have ever seen, bet it shoots as well.
congrats, that is a looker!
The antler limb bolts make the look of your new bow complete, where did you get them?
great looking bow congrats
The antler limb bolts came with the bow. They are resin castings so I assume that anyone ordering can have a set just like them.
WOW WHAT A LOOKER,,,ENJOY,,,
Beautiful bow and a heart warming idea for the antler inlay from the last buck that your father shot. You will never hunt alone. I wish you the best on your future hunts, sounds like you've found yourself a perfect bow!