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Title: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: Mudd on December 31, 2011, 10:41:00 AM
The "red Dragon" took it's sweet a** time getting here but finally arrived from S.C. this morning.

I am impressed!!!!

The bow looks awesome!!

It shoots as good or better than it looks!!

And best of all... I know it carries the "Sherwood" gene as I was totally transported to yester year in the click of a nock on the string.

 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01920.jpg)

 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01925.jpg)

 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01922.jpg)
 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01923.jpg)
 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01929.jpg)

 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01928.jpg)

Happy New Year!

God bless,Mudd

PS: I almost forgot...66" 50@28 slightly dished grip with Black on the back and white belly, wedge in the tips.
Title: Re: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: ishoot4thrills on December 31, 2011, 10:43:00 AM
Awesome bow and arrows you have there, Mudd.   :thumbsup:    :archer2:
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Post by: Ric O'Shay on December 31, 2011, 10:46:00 AM
Nice bow ya' got there my friend. Just don't let the "Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" take it away....

   :bigsmyl:  

Danny
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Post by: trad_bowhunter1965 on December 31, 2011, 10:49:00 AM
nice bow Mudd.
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Post by: joevan125 on December 31, 2011, 10:50:00 AM
I like it a lot!!!!  :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
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Post by: LongStick64 on December 31, 2011, 10:54:00 AM
Real classy looks, how does it compare with a Howard Hill bow.
Title: Re: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: Mudd on December 31, 2011, 11:01:00 AM
How does it compare?...hmmmm... I think I'll need more time with it to do that question justice.

I know for a fact that this one is on par with the best bows(Hill or Hill style) that I have shot.

The draw weight starts early but is quite smooth all the way back to 28 and more than fast enough to please me.

I'll try to keep your question in mind as I get to know the "Dragon" better.

God bless,Mudd

PS: Note the "Dragon's heart" in the pics...lol
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Post by: Benny Nganabbarru on December 31, 2011, 11:07:00 AM
I reckon you need to post a picture of the entire fleet lined-up, Sir Mudd!
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Post by: Steve H. on December 31, 2011, 11:17:00 AM
Behold, the Great Red Dragon!

Do you see!
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Post by: on December 31, 2011, 11:32:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by Ben Kleinig:
I reckon you need to post a picture of the entire fleet lined-up, Sir Mudd!
X2 Mr Mudd!
Dandy lookin piece...and I think the grip is too big for you...you have my address right?   :p
Title: Re: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: NomadArcher on December 31, 2011, 11:44:00 AM
Mudd, That's a real beauty there. Looking forward to hearing more about it.
I may need to order one now  :)

   :campfire:
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Post by: Zradix on December 31, 2011, 12:31:00 PM
Pretty bow.
Good looking matching arrows too.
    :thumbsup:  

is that a heart target?
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Post by: **DONOTDELETE** on December 31, 2011, 01:10:00 PM
Great looking Bow there Sir Mudd.

That's a kool name for a bow and in the Years gone by the Red dragon, Was the watcher of the old and to see one was a Gift from the Gods. They where the Hunter of evil and bad dreams.
Title: Re: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: MikeNova on December 31, 2011, 02:01:00 PM
Now go shoot a 12 pointer!
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Post by: Eric Sprick on December 31, 2011, 02:38:00 PM
Sweet lookin' addition there Mudd!

Eric
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Post by: flint kemper on December 31, 2011, 03:06:00 PM
Mudd, I hope you have it long enough that I can put a few arrows downrange with it. I have talked to Dave several times and my buddy has one of his original bows from when he first started building bows. My buddy just quit shooting it to years ago but it is one of his favorites. Congrats.
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Post by: Smithhammer on December 31, 2011, 03:13:00 PM
The Shaolin Abbot nods approvingly.
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Post by: magnus on December 31, 2011, 06:02:00 PM
"How cool is this?" "Way".
Couldnt resist.  Seemed to appropriate
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Post by: DannyBows on December 31, 2011, 06:16:00 PM
That's a beauty Mudd, Well Done!    :thumbsup:
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Post by: Thumper Dunker on December 31, 2011, 07:42:00 PM
Real nice .   :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
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Post by: on December 31, 2011, 07:47:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by magnus:
"How cool is this?" "Way".
Couldnt resist.  Seemed to appropriate
;)  absolutely
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Post by: Steve Clandinin on December 31, 2011, 08:10:00 PM
You,ve done well Grasshopper !LOL Mudd No one deserves a new bow more than you my friend!Keep us posted.
Title: Re: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: stik&string on December 31, 2011, 08:41:00 PM
Awesome bow Mudd, congrats!
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Post by: GRINCH on December 31, 2011, 08:47:00 PM
Beautiful Bow Mudd.congrats
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Post by: Bob B. on January 01, 2012, 12:40:00 AM
Mudd,

Fine looking bow, I almost had him make me one but I went with a Shelton in the end.  He makes a great bow.  I am glad you are happy with it!  Great way to start the new year buddy.

  :archer:  

Bob.
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Post by: Bud B. on January 01, 2012, 11:32:00 AM
Nice bow Mudd!

Please post a detailed review once you've had a chance to get to know her real well. I'm interested in what you have to say about it.
Title: Re: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: Mudd on January 01, 2012, 01:30:00 PM
I will do that Bud.

Right now I know I need to do some handle work on it. It's just a little larger than is comfortable for me.

I want to shoot it awhile longer before I do anything to it. Who knows maybe I'll adjust to it.

Happy New Year!!

God bless,Mudd
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Post by: David Mitchell on January 01, 2012, 03:02:00 PM
Quote
Originally posted by flint kemper:
"Mudd, I hope you have it long enough that I can put a few arrows downrange with it."

Flint, better hurry....you know how the Muddster is about buying/selling/trading bows.   :biglaugh:

Mudd, that sure is a fine looking bow--been looking those Dave Johnson bows over for a while.  I shot one years ago when he used to build them--a buddy bought one and immediately ordered another he liked it so well.  Hope you enjoy the Red Dragon.
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Post by: Lambow on January 01, 2012, 09:39:00 PM
Good looking bow, Mudd.

I orderd one from Dave back in july. He made the riser exactly how I wanted it, by using a 1/2" of bubinga with myrtle on top.
I asked him to make the riser 12" from fade to fade, and a slightly dished narrow grip with the belly glass taperd sharply at the top.

Hope you enjoy your red cedar longbow "Red Dragon" a much as I have mine.
Dave asked me what I wanted written on the lower limb, I told him to just write what it is - American semi-longbow.

 (http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb120/IMR_2007/DJredcedar004.jpg)
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Post by: David Mitchell on January 01, 2012, 09:43:00 PM
Lambow,I like it!!!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Enter the dragon..."The Red Dragon"
Post by: Mudd on January 04, 2012, 04:41:00 PM
Pretty good shooter.

  (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/th_MOV01933.jpg) (http://s218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/?action=view¤t=MOV01933.mp4)

God bless,Mudd
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Post by: magnus on January 04, 2012, 05:14:00 PM
I like it Mudd! This one gonna stick around for awhile?   :bigsmyl:
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Post by: San Paolo on January 04, 2012, 06:02:00 PM
Hi Mudd and Lambow
I'd like to own one fronm David but he wrote to me he don't ship overseas and it's a real pity; please some more pics and tell me about the cast, hand shock, what type string B50/FF, reflex or string follow; Lambow I'd wish a bow with small riser 12" instead of normal 15" but not many bowyer make it, Dave makes it on demand wonderful.
Marco.
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Post by: Mudd on January 04, 2012, 11:55:00 PM
Here's my group and a couple of arrows that I thought might be headed to my arrow memorial..lol

    (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01934.jpg)

    (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01935.jpg)

Out in a more natural setting than my blue sleeping bag.

 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01940.jpg)
 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01939.jpg)
 (http://i218.photobucket.com/albums/cc158/mudd57/A%20Dragons%20Heart%20along%20with%20the%20Red%20Dragon/DSC01941.jpg)

God bless,Mudd