Title: How many bows do you have?
Post by: JamesKerr on November 21, 2011, 11:03:00 PM
Post by: JamesKerr on November 21, 2011, 11:03:00 PM
I personally only have about 5 but I really only shoot my Tomahawk. I don't plan on buying anymore bows either unless my T-hawk breaks then I will buy another one if it is out of warranty.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Elkchaser on November 21, 2011, 11:11:00 PM
Post by: Elkchaser on November 21, 2011, 11:11:00 PM
I think I have about 6 plus a couple of extra sets of limbs for 2 of those. Shoot 2 of those 6 most of the time.
Always looking though.
My wife thinks and I know I have a disease.
I think most of us do to some degree.
Always looking though.
My wife thinks and I know I have a disease.
I think most of us do to some degree.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: KellyG on November 21, 2011, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: KellyG on November 21, 2011, 11:28:00 PM
I had 2 but am down to one until I can make me another one.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: sweeney3 on November 21, 2011, 11:28:00 PM
Post by: sweeney3 on November 21, 2011, 11:28:00 PM
Currently...3. An old Bear Kodiak Hunter, an Owl bow, and an ERC selfbow I made. Got a few more hackberry and hickory bows in process.
Recently, sold a Montana, a Bear Hunter Takedown, gave away an old Ben Pearson, and I forget what else.
Want to get: a Northern Mist Shelton and/or a Hill Chetah, and either a Bob Lee takedown or a new Bear Takedown, as well as finish some more selfbows and make a whole bunch more.
Recently, sold a Montana, a Bear Hunter Takedown, gave away an old Ben Pearson, and I forget what else.
Want to get: a Northern Mist Shelton and/or a Hill Chetah, and either a Bob Lee takedown or a new Bear Takedown, as well as finish some more selfbows and make a whole bunch more.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: on November 21, 2011, 11:44:00 PM
Post by: on November 21, 2011, 11:44:00 PM
I am down to only ten bows.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Raging Water on November 21, 2011, 11:50:00 PM
Post by: Raging Water on November 21, 2011, 11:50:00 PM
I am trying to get down to 10. Got a real bad habit. Selling some now on the classifieds.
Matt
Matt
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Bowhunter4life on November 22, 2011, 12:02:00 AM
Post by: Bowhunter4life on November 22, 2011, 12:02:00 AM
Nine at last count... but I'll have to check again tomorrow... They are kinda like rabbits you know, leave them alone for a while and walla there is another one lying there.
Yeah, I know, the wife doesn't buy that line either... ;)
Yeah, I know, the wife doesn't buy that line either... ;)
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: pdk25 on November 22, 2011, 12:45:00 AM
Post by: pdk25 on November 22, 2011, 12:45:00 AM
One less than I need.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Jwilliam on November 22, 2011, 12:54:00 AM
Post by: Jwilliam on November 22, 2011, 12:54:00 AM
5 right now. 2 recurves and 3 longbows.
Bill
Bill
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: stujay on November 22, 2011, 01:16:00 AM
Post by: stujay on November 22, 2011, 01:16:00 AM
Two. Both ILF with dryad longbow limbs. Shoot them both. I'll stick with just the 2, so I've told my wife!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: MTArrowLauncher on November 22, 2011, 01:36:00 AM
Post by: MTArrowLauncher on November 22, 2011, 01:36:00 AM
i have one-an American Archery Recurve, and one soon to be made, a Siren T/D by Black Creek.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: m midd on November 22, 2011, 01:48:00 AM
Post by: m midd on November 22, 2011, 01:48:00 AM
I have only 3 , Two Great Norhtern Critter Gitters and a JD Berry Yaweh.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: rdoggsilva on November 22, 2011, 01:49:00 AM
Post by: rdoggsilva on November 22, 2011, 01:49:00 AM
I have 7 bows, but mainly shoot just 2, most of the time.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Thumper Dunker on November 22, 2011, 02:15:00 AM
Post by: Thumper Dunker on November 22, 2011, 02:15:00 AM
13 oh thats bad luck need to get another one. Have three that I shoot most .64"RD Longbow, 58"recurve and my 66"self bow. The long bow been my to go bow lately.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Jack Guard on November 22, 2011, 02:26:00 AM
Post by: Jack Guard on November 22, 2011, 02:26:00 AM
Admit nothing, Deny Everything !!!
I know this is my wife trying to find out how many i have. No way no how am i talking.
But if you come by the house we can have some fun shooting. I have a couple different bows to shoot.
I know this is my wife trying to find out how many i have. No way no how am i talking.
But if you come by the house we can have some fun shooting. I have a couple different bows to shoot.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: GRINCH on November 22, 2011, 02:38:00 AM
Post by: GRINCH on November 22, 2011, 02:38:00 AM
I've lost count on how many I have owned,but I'm down to an even 12 now and will be selling a few off,found a longbow I really like,thanks Jed.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: cacciatore on November 22, 2011, 03:59:00 AM
Post by: cacciatore on November 22, 2011, 03:59:00 AM
Don't ask me that! :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Eugene Slagle on November 22, 2011, 05:37:00 AM
Post by: Eugene Slagle on November 22, 2011, 05:37:00 AM
Presently I have 5 but mostly shoot 3 with one having a extra set of limbs.
69' Bear Grizzly 56" 50# @ 28"
72' Bear Super Grizzly 58" 45# @ 28" "friend is shooting that one so in reality it's his now"
91' Sky Sky Hawk w/ 2 limb sets 60" 47# @ 27" & 62" 56# @ 27"
08' Zona TD Recurve 60" 52# @ 28"
11' Zona TD Recurve 60" 36# @ 28" "this is now my indoor bow"
69' Bear Grizzly 56" 50# @ 28"
72' Bear Super Grizzly 58" 45# @ 28" "friend is shooting that one so in reality it's his now"
91' Sky Sky Hawk w/ 2 limb sets 60" 47# @ 27" & 62" 56# @ 27"
08' Zona TD Recurve 60" 52# @ 28"
11' Zona TD Recurve 60" 36# @ 28" "this is now my indoor bow"
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: DGF on November 22, 2011, 05:43:00 AM
Post by: DGF on November 22, 2011, 05:43:00 AM
Just 2 traditional bows right now. A 50th anniversary Kodiak Mag, and an unknown year Shakespeare. The K-Mag has been getting most of my attention.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: getstonedprimitivebowhunt on November 22, 2011, 05:48:00 AM
Post by: getstonedprimitivebowhunt on November 22, 2011, 05:48:00 AM
Jack I hear ya.... My case ...It was wife or "BOWS" !!!!! I'm missing her sometimes... !!!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: hayslope on November 22, 2011, 06:01:00 AM
Post by: hayslope on November 22, 2011, 06:01:00 AM
:confused: I'm not sure!?! :confused: :dunno:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Gray Buffalo on November 22, 2011, 06:15:00 AM
Post by: Gray Buffalo on November 22, 2011, 06:15:00 AM
My wife would say 20 some to many
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Al33 on November 22, 2011, 06:30:00 AM
Post by: Al33 on November 22, 2011, 06:30:00 AM
I have 25+ bows most of the time. A dozen or so of them are lefty's I shoot and the others are righty's and/or kids bows I keep on hand for folks wanting to try trad archery. I have recurves, longbows, and self bows. I try to keep several kids bows on hand just to give away to kids who obviously want to pursue archery.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: briarsdad on November 22, 2011, 06:38:00 AM
Post by: briarsdad on November 22, 2011, 06:38:00 AM
As of now I only have 3. One recurve,an old Bear Stag Hunter and 2 longbows. A black Widow PLX and a Venom custom from Diamondback Archery. I had another recurve that I built about 6 years ago but the glass on the top limb cracked a few weeks ago.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Dave Pagel on November 22, 2011, 06:46:00 AM
Post by: Dave Pagel on November 22, 2011, 06:46:00 AM
Isn't this kind of like asking a woman how much she weighs?
Personally I am two short of the perfect number, no three. I need a KwykStyk, a low grip Widow and a Dale Dye.
D.P.
Personally I am two short of the perfect number, no three. I need a KwykStyk, a low grip Widow and a Dale Dye.
D.P.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: mcgroundstalker on November 22, 2011, 06:47:00 AM
Post by: mcgroundstalker on November 22, 2011, 06:47:00 AM
It's ten for me... Five recurves and five longbows... :D
... mike ...
... mike ...
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: ripforce56 on November 22, 2011, 06:47:00 AM
Post by: ripforce56 on November 22, 2011, 06:47:00 AM
5 Bows: Bama Royal Osage Expedition takedown, Bama 66in Royal, Bama Hunter 66in, Bear Polar Recurve and a Shakespeare Necedah! Hunting with the 62in Expi!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: **DONOTDELETE** on November 22, 2011, 08:01:00 AM
Post by: **DONOTDELETE** on November 22, 2011, 08:01:00 AM
I have a total of 4
Selfmade Red Oak 70"N2N longbow
Bear Alaskan (Holloween bow) 60" Semi-curve
PSE Kingfisher (Hunting/fishing)60" Recurved
Jerry Hill Deluxe Stalker 68" "HILL STYLE"
Selfmade Red Oak 70"N2N longbow
Bear Alaskan (Holloween bow) 60" Semi-curve
PSE Kingfisher (Hunting/fishing)60" Recurved
Jerry Hill Deluxe Stalker 68" "HILL STYLE"
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: awbowman on November 22, 2011, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: awbowman on November 22, 2011, 08:04:00 AM
I say FEED THE SICKNESS GUYS!!!!!!!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Bladepeek on November 22, 2011, 08:08:00 AM
Post by: Bladepeek on November 22, 2011, 08:08:00 AM
I want to reduce the number I have by selling two and buying one. Once i reach the point where I can't sell two, I'll know it's time to be happy with what I have.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: ishoot4thrills on November 22, 2011, 08:09:00 AM
Post by: ishoot4thrills on November 22, 2011, 08:09:00 AM
I only need one for hunting, my Kanati, so that's all I have for that purpose. I have a Browning Wasp for bowfishing and it can double for a back-up bow, just in case. Shoots the same arrows as my Kanati, so that's a big plus. I also have an osage bow I made several years ago, but at 67#@28", it's a bit on the heavy side so I never shoot it anymore. Been aiming to reduce the poundage on that bow, but can't seem to get around to it.
So I guess my answer is 3 bows altogether.
So I guess my answer is 3 bows altogether.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Margly on November 22, 2011, 08:18:00 AM
Post by: Margly on November 22, 2011, 08:18:00 AM
Ca 20 :)
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: trad_bowhunter1965 on November 22, 2011, 08:19:00 AM
Post by: trad_bowhunter1965 on November 22, 2011, 08:19:00 AM
I have four bows two Pronghorn Longbows one Bob Lee Recurve and a Hoyt Recurve. My goal is couple more Pronghorn Longbow and a Ferret Recurve.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: jax on November 22, 2011, 08:28:00 AM
Post by: jax on November 22, 2011, 08:28:00 AM
1
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: njloco on November 22, 2011, 09:09:00 AM
Post by: njloco on November 22, 2011, 09:09:00 AM
I only have one, the one I want to shoot that day, just kidding ! Whatever I have listed that's it.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Blueridge on November 22, 2011, 09:43:00 AM
Post by: Blueridge on November 22, 2011, 09:43:00 AM
6 with a Wes Wallace on the way.
2 d/r-r/d longbows Widow PLX-O, Mohawk
2 H-Hill Big 5, Redman
2 recurves Widow PSA X, Brackenbury Legend.
lot's of arrows.
2 d/r-r/d longbows Widow PLX-O, Mohawk
2 H-Hill Big 5, Redman
2 recurves Widow PSA X, Brackenbury Legend.
lot's of arrows.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Stumpkiller on November 22, 2011, 09:58:00 AM
Post by: Stumpkiller on November 22, 2011, 09:58:00 AM
Eight, but there are three I haven't shot in over a year so they might be headed to the classifieds.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: JimB on November 22, 2011, 10:13:00 AM
Post by: JimB on November 22, 2011, 10:13:00 AM
I was almost up to 20 but have whittled it down to my five best shooters plus a magnesium A handle riser that I need to get a set of limbs for.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Altiman94 on November 22, 2011, 10:20:00 AM
Post by: Altiman94 on November 22, 2011, 10:20:00 AM
I have one, my Hoyt Buffalo. I had a Bear Kodiak for a while also, but ended up selling it. I'm a one bow type guy.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Ladams on November 22, 2011, 10:23:00 AM
Post by: Ladams on November 22, 2011, 10:23:00 AM
I have 9 bows and 3.5 million arrows
I try to shoot all my bows but Two go to bows,
Larry
I try to shoot all my bows but Two go to bows,
Larry
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Bill Turner on November 22, 2011, 10:28:00 AM
Post by: Bill Turner on November 22, 2011, 10:28:00 AM
I have 11 at the moment with a beautiful 60",52@28", osage, John Maus "Autumn Storm" longbow getting ready to hit the classified section. Bought it for use in tite situations(pop up blinds and heavy cover) but just not getting much use now that I am a hunting mostly on the ground.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Night Wing on November 22, 2011, 10:32:00 AM
Post by: Night Wing on November 22, 2011, 10:32:00 AM
Some of you have the addiction real bad. :D
I only own two bows and they're both recurves. I shoot both of them equally when bowhunting or when back yard target shooting.
I only own two bows and they're both recurves. I shoot both of them equally when bowhunting or when back yard target shooting.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: straitera on November 22, 2011, 10:39:00 AM
Post by: straitera on November 22, 2011, 10:39:00 AM
All heavier Hill/styles incl; Schulz, Kramer, J. Hill, Ron Maudling, & 3 maybe 4 (?) other Hills.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: TOEJAMMER on November 22, 2011, 10:41:00 AM
Post by: TOEJAMMER on November 22, 2011, 10:41:00 AM
35......but that's accumulated over a lifetime and as I tell my wife, "I'm old, really old.".
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: koops4 on November 22, 2011, 10:43:00 AM
Post by: koops4 on November 22, 2011, 10:43:00 AM
I have two. A recurve (unknown maker) and a hickory longbow that I had to finish. However, the longbow has developed cracks, so I am down to just one shooter. Hope to start Elm selfbows soon.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: David Mitchell on November 22, 2011, 12:22:00 PM
Post by: David Mitchell on November 22, 2011, 12:22:00 PM
Uhh, I refuse to answer this question on the grounds that it may incriminate me. To add a little more spice to my answer, Steve Turay (Northern Mist bow maker extraordinaire) said that a policeman friend told him about arresting a guy who was singing like a canary but suddenly clammed up and said "I am asserting my fifth commandment rights." Cop said, "You mean the one against self-insemination?" Guy replied, "Yeah, that one." So I refuse to inseminate myself. :readit: BUT....if I did answer the question, I would be forced to say 17...or there abouts. :knothead: Of course, I'm not about to answer the question. !["[dntthnk]"]("graemlins/dntthnk.gif" "\"\"")
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: texophilite on November 22, 2011, 12:59:00 PM
Post by: texophilite on November 22, 2011, 12:59:00 PM
I have thined the herd. At this writting, I am down to 6 Bears, 3 Wings,3 Big Horns 1 Bob Lee,1 Pittsley, 1 Hill,1 Monarch and 1 longbow I made. My wife would queston that there had been a reduction at all. L.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: ron w on November 22, 2011, 01:06:00 PM
Post by: ron w on November 22, 2011, 01:06:00 PM
In the last 3-4 months I have sold 10......Just took inventory I have 20 left. The ones left are all what I call ones that I will keep unless something comes up. I have some real nice ones now 2 Zippers, a Silvertip, a Toelke, a Hill, Kohannah, 2 Holm Made and so on.........Yea, I know I have a problem!!!! :dunno: :nono:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: 8leg-lover on November 22, 2011, 01:08:00 PM
Post by: 8leg-lover on November 22, 2011, 01:08:00 PM
The two listed below.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: chopx2 on November 22, 2011, 01:12:00 PM
Post by: chopx2 on November 22, 2011, 01:12:00 PM
Wait a minute isn't this akin to asking how many lovers you had? :bigsmyl:
I don't shoot and tell. :archer2:
I don't shoot and tell. :archer2:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: YORNOC on November 22, 2011, 01:45:00 PM
Post by: YORNOC on November 22, 2011, 01:45:00 PM
A 'few"....I'll leave it at that.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Shortlongbow on November 22, 2011, 01:53:00 PM
Post by: Shortlongbow on November 22, 2011, 01:53:00 PM
5 here with another on the way.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Ravenhood on November 22, 2011, 01:56:00 PM
Post by: Ravenhood on November 22, 2011, 01:56:00 PM
33
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: huntmaster70 on November 22, 2011, 02:01:00 PM
Post by: huntmaster70 on November 22, 2011, 02:01:00 PM
I think I caught some illness from Ron W-I just counted 18
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: DannyBows on November 22, 2011, 02:03:00 PM
Post by: DannyBows on November 22, 2011, 02:03:00 PM
14. I'm working on getting down to my 5 BamaBows and one Pronghorn with 3 sets of limbs.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: House on November 22, 2011, 02:04:00 PM
Post by: House on November 22, 2011, 02:04:00 PM
I just sold two and so am down to 7. I am in the process of building my first self bow and if all goes well may end up selling a few more of my glass bows. But am also thinking of adding another Toelke...or two...I guess it just depends on the day.
Travis
Travis
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: RM81 on November 22, 2011, 02:21:00 PM
Post by: RM81 on November 22, 2011, 02:21:00 PM
More than I need, but not nearly all that I want.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: waknstak IL on November 22, 2011, 02:29:00 PM
Post by: waknstak IL on November 22, 2011, 02:29:00 PM
I have 2, my go to bow is an old Ron Fox Longbow and I also have a lighter weight Jim Reynolds Ramhorn Recurve for a back up and to shoot when ground hunting.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: TxAg on November 22, 2011, 02:54:00 PM
Post by: TxAg on November 22, 2011, 02:54:00 PM
I usually just keep 1. When I want another, I trade up or sell/buy. Before too long, I'll start keeping a few around...just can't justify at the moment.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: MikeW on November 22, 2011, 03:02:00 PM
Post by: MikeW on November 22, 2011, 03:02:00 PM
I have two recurves and the wife has one.
I still want a 52"-54" recurve for blind hunting turkeys and one longbow. After that am done buying bows.
I still want a 52"-54" recurve for blind hunting turkeys and one longbow. After that am done buying bows.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Forrest Halley on November 22, 2011, 03:34:00 PM
Post by: Forrest Halley on November 22, 2011, 03:34:00 PM
Those below and a Pearson recurve 45@28 that my lady shoots. Possible additions of Bamas in the future. The are like rabbits you know.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: David Yukon on November 22, 2011, 04:13:00 PM
Post by: David Yukon on November 22, 2011, 04:13:00 PM
I have 3... One recurve, a BW PSA. I have a 68" 70# R/D longbow(my first custom bow) and my Caribow Silverfox. Not planing on buying more... Maybe a lighter set of limbs for my Silverfox and my PSA, but no other bows!!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Friend on November 22, 2011, 04:31:00 PM
Post by: Friend on November 22, 2011, 04:31:00 PM
***Don't wish to expose myself by self incrimination***
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: longbowray on November 22, 2011, 04:36:00 PM
Post by: longbowray on November 22, 2011, 04:36:00 PM
6 bear
6 hills
4 sely
1bob lee
7 self bow Osage
8-9 kids bows
And some Osage for more I shoot hill bow 90% of the time
6 hills
4 sely
1bob lee
7 self bow Osage
8-9 kids bows
And some Osage for more I shoot hill bow 90% of the time
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: lpcjon2 on November 22, 2011, 04:41:00 PM
Post by: lpcjon2 on November 22, 2011, 04:41:00 PM
Be carefull this could be grounds for divorce.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Jack Shanks on November 22, 2011, 04:50:00 PM
Post by: Jack Shanks on November 22, 2011, 04:50:00 PM
Just did a quick count and came up with 168.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: JamesKerr on November 22, 2011, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: JamesKerr on November 22, 2011, 04:54:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by Jack Shanks::eek:
Just did a quick count and came up with 168.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: ron w on November 22, 2011, 04:54:00 PM
Post by: ron w on November 22, 2011, 04:54:00 PM
JACK YOU WIN......... :clapper:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: dispatch 510 on November 22, 2011, 04:57:00 PM
Post by: dispatch 510 on November 22, 2011, 04:57:00 PM
3 so far, but there will be more.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: awbowman on November 22, 2011, 05:01:00 PM
Post by: awbowman on November 22, 2011, 05:01:00 PM
quote:
Originally posted by ron w:
JACK YOU WIN......... :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Ryan M on November 22, 2011, 05:03:00 PM
Post by: Ryan M on November 22, 2011, 05:03:00 PM
I have two bows but only one stick bow right now. I just bought a Barta Bow from the classified and plan on using that throughout the year. I really want to pick up a HH bow to use next year deer hunting. Probably will sell the PSE wheel bow I have, don't see myself using it anymore.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Jack Shanks on November 22, 2011, 05:21:00 PM
Post by: Jack Shanks on November 22, 2011, 05:21:00 PM
Ron,
What's the prize? I hope it's a bow!
What's the prize? I hope it's a bow!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Shawn Leonard on November 22, 2011, 05:55:00 PM
Post by: Shawn Leonard on November 22, 2011, 05:55:00 PM
9 right now but only shooting my Belcher ILf with border limbs and another Belcher ILF with Belcher limbs as my back-up. Shawn
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: LONGSTYKES on November 22, 2011, 05:58:00 PM
Post by: LONGSTYKES on November 22, 2011, 05:58:00 PM
Currently 16, with 2 on order and more to come in the future.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: TAWL on November 22, 2011, 06:06:00 PM
Post by: TAWL on November 22, 2011, 06:06:00 PM
I have 7. Just got a new to me Widow psaII last week and I love it. I guess the seventh time is a charm!! But ya never know what the future may hold. If I find another deal like the last one....... :pray:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: ron w on November 22, 2011, 07:04:00 PM
Post by: ron w on November 22, 2011, 07:04:00 PM
Hey Jack, I can send you an old mid 70's Grizzly, but you probably have 15 or 20 them already...lol!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Yellow Dog on November 22, 2011, 07:09:00 PM
Post by: Yellow Dog on November 22, 2011, 07:09:00 PM
Too many and not enough :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Izzy on November 22, 2011, 07:13:00 PM
Post by: Izzy on November 22, 2011, 07:13:00 PM
5 1/2. 2 Griffins, 1 Shrew, 1 Zipper,1 selfbow and a Zipper LB on the way. The half a bow is another Griffin that is shared by Cuz and I. Its the only way I would sell it to him. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: dnovo on November 22, 2011, 07:27:00 PM
Post by: dnovo on November 22, 2011, 07:27:00 PM
12 longbows and 16 recurves. The recurves are mostly lightweight for kids to shoot, All the longbows are used by me at one time or another.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: McDave on November 22, 2011, 07:45:00 PM
Post by: McDave on November 22, 2011, 07:45:00 PM
My wife asked me that question when she was attending Rod Jenkins' class with me, and the whole class cracked up.
I have 8 "official" bows, not counting the bows I have for when my grandchildren get old enough to shoot, some self bows that were just too beautiful to pass up, a couple of left-handed bows for when I want to shoot left-handed, some bows I traded for that I don't use very much, a bow I have set up for bow-fishing, and a bow or two I have at my office for when I want to practice blind bale shooting at a target I have there....
I have 8 "official" bows, not counting the bows I have for when my grandchildren get old enough to shoot, some self bows that were just too beautiful to pass up, a couple of left-handed bows for when I want to shoot left-handed, some bows I traded for that I don't use very much, a bow I have set up for bow-fishing, and a bow or two I have at my office for when I want to practice blind bale shooting at a target I have there....
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: swifty99 on November 22, 2011, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: swifty99 on November 22, 2011, 08:02:00 PM
I have 5 and my wife has 2
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: reddogge on November 22, 2011, 08:20:00 PM
Post by: reddogge on November 22, 2011, 08:20:00 PM
I have 14 but two are grandkids' bows. I have been selling off a few but a friend gave me a nice old Ben Pearson longbow this summer.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: csimpson on November 22, 2011, 10:25:00 PM
Post by: csimpson on November 22, 2011, 10:25:00 PM
51 left handed,recurves longbows and selfbows. 11 right handed, mostly recurves found at garage sales. Always looking for more.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: huntingarcher on November 22, 2011, 10:35:00 PM
Post by: huntingarcher on November 22, 2011, 10:35:00 PM
Way more then I really need,way less then I had.What was the question again....
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: JCJ on November 22, 2011, 10:54:00 PM
Post by: JCJ on November 22, 2011, 10:54:00 PM
I have one.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: doug77 on November 22, 2011, 11:12:00 PM
Post by: doug77 on November 22, 2011, 11:12:00 PM
Jack, if your handing out bows I could use a LH '61 or '62 Kodiak 50# or less if posisable.
doug77
doug77
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: DustinNWA on November 22, 2011, 11:20:00 PM
Post by: DustinNWA on November 22, 2011, 11:20:00 PM
Hello all, I have been lurking for about eighteen months now, and just registered today.
I have owned four and currently have three.
My first was a 48" osage stick bow that my grandfather made for me when I was ten, I still have it, but years sitting in my parents' garage have cause some cracks to form. It was pretty crude and had a nylon string, but I loved it.
My second was a 45# recurve that I bought for $45 when I was fourteen. I ended up selling it to pay for gas or books when I was in college, and the guy I sold it to got an eight-point white tail a week later.
Early this year, after deciding to get back into traditional archery, I bought a Samick Sage TDR at 50# and additional limbs at 40#.
A friend at work suggested I talk to Rick Ellis at Striker Bows about technique and after spending some time with him and shooting some of his bows, I placed an order that was delivered last Wednesday.
Last I have the Striker Stinger TDL which is at 56" and 51#. I chose the new shorter length for maneuverability in heavy brush (like back home in NW Ark) and my draw length is only 27".
I am extremely pleased with this bow, and my chrono test hits in the 151-159 range with wood arrows--which I consider pretty good considering the short length and the total lack of hand shock.
The Samick will probably find its way to craigslist this winter.
I have owned four and currently have three.
My first was a 48" osage stick bow that my grandfather made for me when I was ten, I still have it, but years sitting in my parents' garage have cause some cracks to form. It was pretty crude and had a nylon string, but I loved it.
My second was a 45# recurve that I bought for $45 when I was fourteen. I ended up selling it to pay for gas or books when I was in college, and the guy I sold it to got an eight-point white tail a week later.
Early this year, after deciding to get back into traditional archery, I bought a Samick Sage TDR at 50# and additional limbs at 40#.
A friend at work suggested I talk to Rick Ellis at Striker Bows about technique and after spending some time with him and shooting some of his bows, I placed an order that was delivered last Wednesday.
Last I have the Striker Stinger TDL which is at 56" and 51#. I chose the new shorter length for maneuverability in heavy brush (like back home in NW Ark) and my draw length is only 27".
I am extremely pleased with this bow, and my chrono test hits in the 151-159 range with wood arrows--which I consider pretty good considering the short length and the total lack of hand shock.
The Samick will probably find its way to craigslist this winter.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Smithhammer on November 22, 2011, 11:35:00 PM
Post by: Smithhammer on November 22, 2011, 11:35:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by JCJ::thumbsup:
I have one.
To paraphrase - "Beware the man who owns one bow - he probably knows how to shoot it."
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: on November 23, 2011, 12:03:00 AM
Post by: on November 23, 2011, 12:03:00 AM
I can omly answer this quetion if you promise not to tell my wife - haha!
I own 8 (I think) but like you really only shoot one. That one would be my Sarrels Blueridge takedown longbow.
Bisch
I own 8 (I think) but like you really only shoot one. That one would be my Sarrels Blueridge takedown longbow.
Bisch
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Bjorn on November 23, 2011, 01:29:00 AM
Post by: Bjorn on November 23, 2011, 01:29:00 AM
It is really not a fair question............I have a collection of pre 1963 Kodiaks, Kodiak Specials and a few Grizzlies; and then there's the bows I hunt with.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: duncan idaho on November 23, 2011, 01:54:00 AM
Post by: duncan idaho on November 23, 2011, 01:54:00 AM
11 recurves with my first Bigfoot Hybrd on the way....
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: coaster500 on November 23, 2011, 01:59:00 AM
Post by: coaster500 on November 23, 2011, 01:59:00 AM
I'll get back to you.... USPS, UPS and Fed-X were late :dunno:
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: wollelybugger on November 23, 2011, 02:41:00 AM
Post by: wollelybugger on November 23, 2011, 02:41:00 AM
Just bought two more tonight, two old old Bears a Kodiak and a Griz. I can't keep a good count because they keep moving on me.lol
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Beav on November 23, 2011, 07:46:00 AM
Post by: Beav on November 23, 2011, 07:46:00 AM
A few more than my wife knows. UPS delivers to the office!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: daniel boon on November 23, 2011, 08:02:00 AM
Post by: daniel boon on November 23, 2011, 08:02:00 AM
I had too many,just got some new limbs and then riser, and 2 more coming early next year
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: rraming on November 23, 2011, 09:41:00 AM
Post by: rraming on November 23, 2011, 09:41:00 AM
one recurve and two longbows, I ordered another recurve and will get rid of the longbows - so 2 eventually and I will keep it at that
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: gonzoso on November 23, 2011, 09:47:00 AM
Post by: gonzoso on November 23, 2011, 09:47:00 AM
I am new, I only have two. I only plan on 3 total.
I have a Samick Sage and a Bear Kodiak Magnum I got for cheaper than the sage.
I want to buy a nice bow in February that I really really like and then I'm not going to get any more bows.
I mostly have the Bear because I got a good deal on it and it's a Bear, I feel like I should have at least one!
I try to live a simple minimalist lifestyle but all my hobbies preclude me from doing so.
As I kayak, spinfish, flyfish, mt bike, road bike, run, do triathlon, play banjo, hike, camp, hunt, shoot archery, ride my motorcycle, etc I've accumulated a lot of stuff.
I have a Samick Sage and a Bear Kodiak Magnum I got for cheaper than the sage.
I want to buy a nice bow in February that I really really like and then I'm not going to get any more bows.
I mostly have the Bear because I got a good deal on it and it's a Bear, I feel like I should have at least one!
I try to live a simple minimalist lifestyle but all my hobbies preclude me from doing so.
As I kayak, spinfish, flyfish, mt bike, road bike, run, do triathlon, play banjo, hike, camp, hunt, shoot archery, ride my motorcycle, etc I've accumulated a lot of stuff.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Gil Verwey on November 23, 2011, 09:51:00 AM
Post by: Gil Verwey on November 23, 2011, 09:51:00 AM
I had many. I found the perfect bow for me and got down to one bow. I was going to change my Tradgang handle to "One Bow Two Strings".
Then, since I like this bowyers bows so much, I had him build me one. Then I went on a collecting rampage. I like these bows so much I intend to try to donate them to the archery museum with Dr. Grayson's collection.
I still shoot the first bow I have from this bowyer everyday and hunt with it exclusively, but I enjoy his other bows also. I think my new handle will be "Shoot One Bow Look at Many"!
Gil
Then, since I like this bowyers bows so much, I had him build me one. Then I went on a collecting rampage. I like these bows so much I intend to try to donate them to the archery museum with Dr. Grayson's collection.
I still shoot the first bow I have from this bowyer everyday and hunt with it exclusively, but I enjoy his other bows also. I think my new handle will be "Shoot One Bow Look at Many"!
Gil
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: snakebit40 on November 23, 2011, 09:52:00 AM
Post by: snakebit40 on November 23, 2011, 09:52:00 AM
I have one Silvertip and I'm getting a Whisperstik Mojo in a month. I'm trying out another Silvertip right now, only time will tell.....
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: RM81 on November 23, 2011, 10:09:00 AM
Post by: RM81 on November 23, 2011, 10:09:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Jack Shanks::biglaugh:
Ron,
What's the prize? I hope it's a bow!
I think this topic needs some pics.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Mudd on November 23, 2011, 10:15:00 AM
Post by: Mudd on November 23, 2011, 10:15:00 AM
If I told you the answer then I'd have to send out a hitman to clean up my mistake...lol
Actually, not nearly as many as I've owned in the past and I fully expect the number to dwindle down further.
God bless,Mudd
PS: But I sure wish I had a .......... though...lol
Actually, not nearly as many as I've owned in the past and I fully expect the number to dwindle down further.
God bless,Mudd
PS: But I sure wish I had a .......... though...lol
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: kat on November 23, 2011, 10:21:00 AM
Post by: kat on November 23, 2011, 10:21:00 AM
15.9
The .9 is a Silvertip that should be done next month.
The .9 is a Silvertip that should be done next month.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: BeNoIt on November 23, 2011, 10:37:00 AM
Post by: BeNoIt on November 23, 2011, 10:37:00 AM
Only one at present and my son has one. Working on changing that with a couple of trial builds I am starting and looking to purchase a hill style longbow in the future when I have more money... :)
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: 3Under on November 23, 2011, 05:25:00 PM
Post by: 3Under on November 23, 2011, 05:25:00 PM
Opps!Made a mistake
For the time being, 15 bows.
Four are recurves,three not two are hybrids and eight are longbows which include three Hill style longbows and one ELB.
For the time being, 15 bows.
Four are recurves,three not two are hybrids and eight are longbows which include three Hill style longbows and one ELB.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: seabound on November 23, 2011, 05:32:00 PM
Post by: seabound on November 23, 2011, 05:32:00 PM
Currently only one longbow, at the moment it's a Holm Made Osprey. I've tried about 7 different bows so far.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: billy shipp on November 23, 2011, 06:06:00 PM
Post by: billy shipp on November 23, 2011, 06:06:00 PM
I plead the 5th!!!!!!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: Ragin Bull on November 23, 2011, 08:02:00 PM
Post by: Ragin Bull on November 23, 2011, 08:02:00 PM
If you ask a woman her age she would say 29......
So lets just stick with that ;)
So lets just stick with that ;)
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: recurve_shooter on November 23, 2011, 08:23:00 PM
Post by: recurve_shooter on November 23, 2011, 08:23:00 PM
Currently 14, with number 15 in the mail, unless you also count the extra riser and 2 extra sets of limbs!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: ksbowman on November 23, 2011, 10:33:00 PM
Post by: ksbowman on November 23, 2011, 10:33:00 PM
Jeez, 25 ,but I could ad to that at anytime!
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: SportHunter on November 23, 2011, 10:42:00 PM
Post by: SportHunter on November 23, 2011, 10:42:00 PM
Have 14 now, always buying, trying, upgrading & selling.
Title: Re: How many bows do you have?
Post by: MarkE2006 on November 23, 2011, 11:09:00 PM
Post by: MarkE2006 on November 23, 2011, 11:09:00 PM
Not even close to enough yet.
:biglaugh:
:biglaugh: