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Title: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: TRT on May 11, 2012, 07:08:00 AM
A Pronghorn longbow is the reason I am in traditional archery.  I shot one in a shop in Kansas City 15 years ago.  I went in a couple of days later to buy the bow...and it was sold.  I left the shop with a Martin Hunter.  

I have read much about Mohawk Longbows.  It really looks sharp to me.  

So, I have a question for those of you who have shot both of these bows.  How does the Pronghorn compare to a Mohawk?
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: steadman on May 11, 2012, 09:36:00 AM
They are 2 different types of bows. The pronghorn is a great bow, has more mass and is very stable. That being said, I shoot a Mohawk, as does my son. They are both great bows, but in the end it really is a personal choice  :)
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: TRT on May 11, 2012, 11:46:00 AM
Thanks Steadman!
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: RC on May 11, 2012, 12:06:00 PM
I`ve owned both. Both were near the same pounds and very good bows. The Pronghorn may have been a touch faster if that matters to you but I really enjoy shooting the Mohawk and right now it is my go-to bow.RC

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Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: WESTBROOK on May 11, 2012, 01:04:00 PM
Just a matter of which on you like the most.

Either of the bows and their makers have a flawless reputation from what I've seen over the years.

Eric
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: collofthewild on May 11, 2012, 01:16:00 PM
RC, is that a new model mohawk in the first pic??

I havent seen one nor heard that a new model was being made.
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: RC on May 11, 2012, 01:29:00 PM
Thats regular Mohawk. The first pic is an osage pronhorn. The only "new" hawk I know of is the sparrowHawk.Vince has been making those a while now.RC
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: Hud on May 11, 2012, 02:04:00 PM
I have a 60" and 62" Pronghorn (3 pc. T/Ds) there are differences between the two, both have more R&D than the Mohawk (don't own), or Robertson Fatal Styk Longbow (16" riser), which I do own. The latter two will be lighter in physial weight, but not a problem. The Pronghorn is a bit smoother IMO, due to the weight in the 15" riser, and shorter working limb. The Pronghorn is approximately 23" from fade-out to fade-out, and the Robertson is 16". Prices for the three vary quite a bit.   :goldtooth:
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: TRT on May 11, 2012, 06:02:00 PM
Gentlemen, thank you for the information.  This is exactly the kind of info I was wanting to hear.

RC, a special thanks for including the hunting pics!
Title: Re: Compare Pronghorn to Mohawk Longbow
Post by: TRT on May 12, 2012, 03:28:00 AM
Gentlemen, thank you for the information.  This is exactly the kind of info I was wanting to hear.

RC, a special thanks for including the hunting pics!