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Title: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: saumensch on November 10, 2011, 05:38:00 PM
Hi,

I thought about getting on the list for a new bow.
As there are so many options out there, i thought id ask if you could help me, not deciding...but brainstorming ans suggesting     ;)  

Im looking for a Longbow that is:
as R/D as can be with still having a D profile;
as short as can be with still handling 30" draw length;
2 piece Take Down option;

My ideas so far:
Big Jim Buffallo Bow
Liberty Contender
Mohawk

Any more you could recommend?
Thanks for any input,
Axel
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: David Yukon on November 10, 2011, 05:47:00 PM
AHve you consider Cari-Bow, I shoot a Silver Fox 62" and draw 30" and it work great! I know the silverfox is not a D profile, but I think that Abe have something that could fit the bill?!?!
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: Bob B. on November 10, 2011, 06:57:00 PM
The Mohawk Sparrow Hawk is newish and very well recieved.  Vince makes a great bow.  Also, I would check out Abbott bows, real nice. Leon Stewart makes a super R/D longbow as does Dwyer, Deathwish and Toelke's super D.  Lots of others out there, and some a bit more than mild R/D are real good too like Twotracks.

So many great bows ... so little time!  :archer:  

Bob.
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: Ben Maher on November 10, 2011, 07:03:00 PM
Liberty Contender !
fit and finish are second to none ... quick turn around and a dream to shoot !
I am currently waiting for my new one with yew lams .
Allen is a great guy to deal with .
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: Elk whisperer on November 10, 2011, 07:13:00 PM
Wes Wallace Royal
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: luvnlongbow on November 10, 2011, 07:16:00 PM
Northern Mist Superior or Baraga.
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: cbCrow on November 11, 2011, 07:09:00 AM
Look at Abbott Longbows and talk to Steve, he makes a great bow!
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: LongStick64 on November 11, 2011, 07:17:00 AM
Dan Toelke Super D, super smooth bow and craftsmanship above and beyond.
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: xtrema312 on November 11, 2011, 07:21:00 AM
2 tracks long walker is a great bow. Not sure on the lenght to draw length, but the 64" takes a 29 1/2" draw fine.  VERY fast hard hitting bow for being a D shape.
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: Lamey on November 11, 2011, 07:46:00 AM
I dont think the Big Jim strings to a D,  that said its a fantastic bow. The WW Royal also flattens out a bit on the limbs if you look close.

Ive owned multiple Contenders and Mohawks, and can highly recomend either, the Crow Creek Dalton is equal or better than any out there... as is the Treadway "D" and Toelke Super "D".   All these listed in the last paragraph string  up to a "D", with no flat in the arch of the limb when strung.
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: Bullfrog 1 on November 11, 2011, 08:55:00 AM
Try a DWYER original and save yourself a lot of time .   BILL
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: JamesKerr on November 11, 2011, 11:57:00 AM
It's not a D-shape longbow but Tomahawks are about as good as it gets.
Title: Re: Looking for a new d/r , D Shape Longbow....
Post by: straitera on November 11, 2011, 12:17:00 PM
Just looked at the r/d beaut from Maddog Mike. Bob Sarrels & Marty Thompson (Apex Bows) make plenty good stuff also. I trust any of these guys. Otherwise, it'll likely be a used Morrison Dakota.