I have been doing some R/D on static limbs and have really come to like these limbs in the way they shoot as well as the cast and speed of my arrows. They are hitting hard, smooth off the fingers and no hand shock. That's what I really am looking for. The stability is there in that I am leaving the limb tips at 7/8" width. There really isn't any real difference in the 5/8 verse the 7/8 tips other than a few fps. The feel is the same and they both hit hard but I like the stability in the limb.
I am looking to see if there are any interests in these limbs as I am thinking about offering them with my standard riser.
I have had quite a few folks over at the shop and been shooting them, so if any of you are on here you can chime in let these folks know what you all think.
thanks
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I have shot Static Tipped bows. I once had a John Fazio. Fantastic cast. The "let off" at full draw was a nice benefit, as well.
Anyone that can make a good static tipped limb has some serious bowyer's skills.
I did make a set for a fellow that had a Fazio bow that he blown up his last set of statics. Funny thing is that these statics are so close to the Fazio statics and fit really nicely with my risers. They really shoot well and have a great cast. Flat shooters they are at that.
Hi Dude, what length are you going to make these static limbs?
Of course I'll likely get you to make me your longest limbs for the hybrid.
I'm getting just a little resistance at 29.5" on the one you just sold me.
Btw, everyone loves the spalted maple veneers.
Another BTW, I killed a yote with your bow the first day back in Ky. Judo point to the skull at 18 yds.
So, you can retro fit your limbs to a Fazio Riser?????
That is awesome, as the riser could last forever, but the limbs may need to be replaced.
Dang I can't see the pics:(
Good luck!...love me some static tips!
Can't see the pics.
Post some profile Pics.
I love static recurves!
I am making them in a 60 & 62" AMO on a 16" riser. So add 2 inches for an 18" riser. I would have to make a riser to see how they act and do some R/D on them first. But as of now I really like the limbs and how they shoot, feel and perform. I have had some guys out to the shop and testing for me from a 27"-30" draw in the 60" bow and they haven't fealt any wall but have said they are smooth. So with that I just might start looking at offering them.
Here are some pics of a bow in a 60" AMO with a 16" riser.
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Pretty bow. I like the muted colors but the nice wood grain. Looks like a shooter!
looks great man. if they feel better then the original limbs then they will be winners. Loved the smooth smooth draw of the pass around bow
Dave, will you be making these for ILF bows?
You'll have to change the name of your company with those!
I really haven't had the time to r/d for ILF bows right now. I would have to get with someone that has made them before I jump into that.
The name for the statics is just Hitman Custom Statics. So I just moved the longbow to static. lol.....
These bows are really getting some notice and I had another guy shoot them this evening and is on the waiting list to when I will start to offer them.. We will see with a little more R/D and some others shooting them with comments before I make the plung...
This may be a dumb question but........ what are static limbs?
Dave looking foward to shooting one soon.You got those limbs looking great.Ill let you answer question before me. John
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The generic explanation of static limbs are when the tips don't "uncurl" during the draw. Designs vary from some that really don't to some that do but less than a full "working" recurve. usually achieved by stiffening the limb tip with a combination of material and design.
Stability has always been a topic in these designs, but many folks have and are currently producing very nice shooters. Speed and a different feel (some say smoother) are generally the advantages people tout. My personal experience is that the speed isn't a big factor but they do feel different and can be a great choice.
Here is a page from John Fazio's old website. Scroll down and he talks about the advantages of Static Tips.
http://www.stickbow.com/sovereignarchery/bowdesign2.html
Glunt
You said it just about perfect in your little report. I feel that speed is good but stability and performance of limbs is even better. This mounted to a stable riser makes a great shooting bow. I really like some of the the FPS readings I have been able to do.
These are the readings I am receiving from the statics:
60" AMO 63#@29": 610 grain -178fps with a 9.6 grain per pound arrow.
62"AMO 51#@29": 485g arrow- 178fps relates to a 9.5 grain per pound arrow.
62" AMO 51#@29": 610g arrow- 171fps relates to 11.9 grain per pound arrow.
These are the averages that I am posting so let me know what you all think about these numbers. I have seen that the arrows are hitting rather hard and are exceeding the penetration that I figured they might have.
Thanks
Dave
Dave,
I heard you can make Static Tipped Limbs and retrofit to a Fazio Ballistick Riser. Is that the case?
Yes I have made a set to fit the Ballistic riser of a friend and the limbs are so close and shoot rather well on the risers. I would need your riser to do so. Let me know and give me a call.
thanks and good shooting,
Dave
I like the avatar of the gerbel and bow MR. Penn
QuoteOriginally posted by hitmanlongbows:
I like the avatar of the gerbel and bow MR. Penn
Took me a while to get him to draw the bow properly. Smart little critter but he is not a good bow hunter.
Looks like a great bow!
I really like static limbs especially for quietness.
I have to say that these limbs are as quiet as my longbow limbs. We will see what others will say with theirs once I am done with a few more.
take care and good shooting
I am thinking about a pass around with the static in a 45# range in 62" AMO and wanted to know what others feel about this. If interested you will need at least 100 posts and been a member hear for at least a year. Sorry but I have to do this.....
Thanks
Dave
I would be interested in the pass around ... Thx, Ken
Dave : I would be very interested :thumbsup:
I would also do the pass arround.
I love Sratic recurves.
Brant
Let's keep this going to see if we can get to ten people and set it at that for now. The idea behind having a pass around is to have good quality feedback from those that are on the list. Whether it be good or indifferent, I don't care. I want honest feedback from those that shoot it. If you want to have video, pics or whatever the feedback line you choose, you will do in such a way others will be able to follow.
The one other rule is when you ship it to next person on list you insure for $700 and ship it all together in one box as the one I send, unless it gets ruined.
Thanks and I will be watching for some more volunteers.
Thanks and good shooting,
Dave
I would like to get on the list please! I've had one of your one piece bows and enjoyed shooting it. Thanks for the chance to try it out!
Dave, maybe add "PASS ARROUND " to the tittle. Might get some attention.
Brant
Dave,
How many on the list, already? Sounds like to me, this is a good idea.
I love static limbs. Any bowyer that can make them properly, should make them. Folks may not know what they are missing, unless they shoot a Static Tiped Limb Bow.
I would love to shoot a static recurve. If you still have room on the list sign me up!
I would like to add my name to the list as well. I have never shot a static tip, and would love the opportunity to do so.
Looks as this might be a good idea. I am off to hunt for the rut this weekend so I will be back after that and will be getting a bow together for the pass around. If there are any others I will be in contact.
thanks
dAve
Good luck on the hunt. Thanks for the offer of trying your bow.
Good luck Dave :thumbsup:
Well I have the lams and veneers all cut up and ready to be glued up. The cores are ash with waterfall bubinga veneers. The handle has main stem of bubinga with birdseye maple front and back of handle. It is a sharp looking bow coming together. I will post some pics once I have it finished. I will make the list tomorrow night so all can see where you are. Its a first come bases for the list order. Sorry but that's the fairest I believe.
Thanks
Dave
Well I had to make a change to the bow. The bow handle has leapordwood main beam with cocobolo front and back. The limbs are elm cores with smoked movingue. The limbs with have matching limb caps and nocks. I will be spraying it this week and have pics to show.
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Here is the list so far so any more interests I would like to have ten or so for this.
ELKKEN
DREWSBOW
S. BRANDT OSBORN
LONGBOWLOGAN
NORMANDALE33
Looking forward to shooting it.
Sounds great!
Looking forward to shooting it.
Sounds great!