A handful of weeks ago, I got a call from RC. As you may remember, RC spent a month with Hope & Faith--actually just one of them. In a short month, RC managed to fatten his freezer. It seemed every time I checked, he had another animal on the ground. When the phone rang, he informed me he was ready to order a Stalker of his own. Though he yearned for a sister to the twins, he decided a grey actionwood 3 piece longbow would better fit into his budget. We visited on the phone for a while, lamenting about how our season was going. Neither one of us seemed to be able to get much going in the way of filling tags. It seemed the luck he'd enjoyed with H&F seemed elusive this fall.
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Some of RC's work
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When RC's # came up, I was reflecting on our conversation and his change in luck. What if it was the bow? What if, more specifically, it was the mojo in the wood??? I checked just in case. Yeah, I still had some of the H&F material, the same boards I had cut the twins from. I pondered the situation, the pattern for his riser already marked out on the grey actionwood panel....what if I built his bow as ordered and it didn't have the same magic? Would I be responsible? I decided I couldn't risk it. I went to cutting on the H&F wood. I've never changed a customer's order without OK'ing it first, but this was an extraordinary circumstance; I just couldn't risk it. I didn't give it too much worry, I figured RC would be pleasantly surprised when he opened the box and found the "upgrade". But, by the time I got the bow finished and in the box, I've got to admit, I was sweating it a bit. What if he really wanted the grey actionwood after all? Oh no, what have I done? The box went out Friday and by USPS's estimate, it should be there on Monday (probably a bit optomistic with the holidays).
What do you think? Early Xmas present or a bowyer in the dog house?
Here she is, presently captive in a long white box
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That awesome! Heckuva good thing.
Eric
I agree, that's awesome South! Thanks for sharing it with us. I'm gonna go out on a limb and say RC will love it.
Wow! Real nice bow! Real nice of you!! Good for you.
Cheers
That is beautiful, and it couldn't before a better guy. Great work, and great generosity. Thanks.
What a great thing to do! Hats off to you sir!
Way cool! :clapper: :clapper:
Early Christmas present for sure!!!!!!
Way to go South!
I'm sure RC will be thrilled (I know I would be).
Bisch
Can't wait for RC's reaction!!!
For those who haven't seen the posts, here's a link to RC's time with Hope.
http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=111635;p=1
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Great present South,for sure you know how to make your customers satisfied.
Haha, yeah somehow I don't think he'll mind too much that you changed it on him...
I'd say "you've got no worries mate!".
I hope you attached a card to RC that said "Merry Christmas!".
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Merry Christmas to RC!!!!
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If RC doesn't like it he can dispose of it here, great going for a stand up guy. Nice work South.
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Mad? - I doubt it!
Not when a bow looks that good. Nice effort.
You are the man South !
Beautiful bow! Im sure he will thrilled.
Thats awesome, makes me proud to be a TG member. Good on ya Mr. Cox :archer:
I don't think anyone could be mad after oepning a box with that bow in it. Work of art. Now I will be waiting to see some pics of RC with that bow and some hogs on the ground.
How could he possibly not like that bow!
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I don't think anyone could be mad after oepning a box with that bow in it. Work of art. Now I will be waiting to see some pics of RC with that bow and some hogs on the ground.
It will surely come to pass!!!! :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:
Bisch
Great thing you did, what a beautiful bow!
That bow is beautiful!!!!!! He will love it!
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Well done.
WOW outstanding looking bow.I think he will $*%@ his pants when he opens that box :clapper:
That is soooooo cool!!!
That is very cool. And if you get an opportunity to spend some time hunting with RC, which I was lucky enough to do once, it seems near impossible to get him mad. It is that same patience and kindness that makes him such a good hunter, I am sure.
The holiday's are for surprises anyway...
Mr. Robert Carter has captivated my attention on Trad Gang since i've become a member, his humble, yet commanding knowledge of game and hunting has helped me and i'm sure others. I.ve spoken to a friend here where I live a time or two about how nice it would be to surprise RC with a gift hunt or some other way of recognition.... why? Just because it feels like the right thing to do. Mr. Cox you sir have acted on what I have only thought, I don't believe you could find a more deserving guy to express your act of kindness, Salute!
I'm sure RC will be humbled and pleased and moved beyond word :thumbsup:
Awesome South :) Should RC protest too much have him send it to 'Hope's" new home here in IL! I have the one he, Bisch and others filled up with mojo. They even left some in it for me this fall:
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I get the feeling the upgrade won't bother 'ol Robert. What a great gesture from a fine bow-builder to one of the finest hunters around :campfire:
I knew where this was going when I started reading. Trad gangers are fantastic people and you are no different South.
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Great job South!!! I have no doubt the sister will have some serious mojo! Mabey it has to do with the twin theme?
Wow, what a cool gesture! :thumbsup: :clapper:
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Very, very nice! Anyone heard from RC yet?
Kudos to you South!!
RC will be killin' stuff with his now bow in no time!
Absolutely awesome South! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I can't wait for RC reaction. Hi Mike, I'm glad you got to use the original H&F and put a Turkey down
Way to go South!! :clapper: :clapper:
I can say with confidence RC will be quite pleased, with the same confidence I would say the critters in his stomping ground are probably a bit pissed at you South....lol. Great gesture of you sir !
Froggy
Thats really great .... hats off to ya South :thumbsup: Hope was a fine bow and I'm sure RC will be more than pleased.
Dang, now I'll be forced to read more kill stories from RC while I spend a deep winter with nothing to hunt. He'll probably be posting two or three stories a day. Terry better up his server storage capacities again. Nice job, kudos to you.
Well done South :thumbsup: Sure RC is going to love it !!!
Bill
Looks sweet! I'd imagine he won't be too sore about it!
I imagine he won't be too upset about it. :bigsmyl: sweet looking bow!
wow, thats one nice looking bow! it's gonna have Blood & mud on it soon...
Very nice! :thumbsup:
I don't know South, gorgous bow.
RC will be deadly with that thing, hate to have him ticked at me.
Hope and Faith's lil' sis! awesome!
Good on ya South, Robert will love it!
Wow!!!I just came in from a heck of a busy few days and read this. I missed the mail Lady today and found the slip in the mail box and was very much excited to say the least. Now I read that South has built a twin to a twin for me. I don`t know what to say.
I appreciate all the nice comments and I appreciate You South for a bow that like the Mohawk I got from Brother Mudd will always be special and will stay here in the swamp for as long as I can shoot it.
Its amazing how through a stick and string great Friends can be made living miles apart and a bond made like no other.Thanks again South and your welcome down here hunting anytime...I`ll try to not get us lost....happy holidays all and be safe,RC
Wow, what a great up grade!!! :clapper: :clapper:
RC, be sure to post us some pics when you get it bloody.
RC, I think when you open that box, you will probably be disappointed. That's why I have to hurry to get down there with you again to take it off your hands. I know you can't hunt well when you are depressed, :biglaugh: :biglaugh:
Truly good stuff here. Congrats to you both!
South, that is just cool. That is why I love this forum. There is no shortage of love for others here. You may just have a new customer in the future.
You're not the only one medic! Any bow that RC thought enough of to put on his rack has to be great ... Now I see how great the bowyer is & it's almost too much to resist. I may have to get me an "RC Special" Stalker!
Class act South. Truly a class act!
Good on you South! RC has entertained us for years with his hunts and pics, you couldn't have chosen a better man to gift an upgrade. Blessings to all!
:clapper: :clapper: :clapper: Very cool!
Steve
You lucky dawg!!!
I think all the hogs just left the swamp in fear!
This should prove a deadly combo.
Nice job south and congrats RC
Merry Christmas,
CTT
I was wrong. The mail Ladies note did`nt say at the post office but said IN TH JEEP. I ran outside a few minutes ago when I notice what it said . Pictures will not do this bow justice.Got her put together and hopefully will take her hunting tomorrow evening. hunting is tough here this time of year but it will be a Blessing to wander the woods a bit sporting such a fine bow.
Thanks again South..My Wife actually bought this bow for my Christmas present and she was as excited as me when she I told her about the upgrade.She knows I very much enjoy keeping up with things on here and said"You sure have some good Friends on there".......She was right. God bless ,RC.
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Let's all say a prayer for all the swamp creatures tonight. :pray: I feel all of them may not be with us very long!!!
Great bow RC, break it in right. Good luck on your maiden hunt with it.
bretto
RC you deserve it.Merry Christmas :bigsmyl:
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Let's all say a prayer for all the swamp creatures tonight. :pray: I feel all of them may not be with us very long!!!
Great bow RC, break it in right. Good luck on your maiden hunt with it.
bretto
AINT THAT THE TRUTH
Go get um RC! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Looking forward to the story and pics in the next couple days. Good luck buddy!!
Thats too cool.Look out piggies.
Uh oh. He is taking it hunting already. Run little piggies, run.
Them swamp critters is shakin' tonight and preppin' their last wills and testaments....
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Shoot straight, Shinken
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Now go out and shoot something......PIC's required
Universal truth...."good things happen to good people"......author unknown but my bet is he knew RC. new truth... "good things happen to good people by good people!"
You are a good man South!!! Beautiful bow RC...hope it's a lucky charm for ya!
Wow! What an awesome upgrade South! You are truly a class act! This is such a great archery site with folks showing their kindness and generosity to others!
Enjoy RC, and post pictures and stories of your fun in the swamp.
Bernie Bjorklund
NC Iowa/SW Wisconsin
Warms the heart....
Merry Christmas for sure! Good on ya, South. RC contributes a lot here and we all love his posts and pics.
Very cool South. Gorgeous as always, and extra mojo. Never hurts. Have fun with that RC. Now I know the post lady there leaves stalker stick bows sitting in jeeps I just may have to poke my head into a few now and again!,
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That's the way to follow your heart South! Good going.
Nothing like putting a smile on a face. Especially this time of year.
Look forward to seeing and hearing about the first animal you shoot with new bow RC.
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What a great gesture on your part "South". RC will make good use of that bow. Those GA swamp critters better be aware, cause the man will make them pay for sure. "Keep'Um Sharp" and be safe. :clapper:
Once again the tradgang family has showed us what is truly special about those who enjoy traditional archery.South an act of kindness goes a long way.RC congratulations on a new (friend) and enjoy!
Beautiful bow South.Merry Christmas RC.
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South,
Well done..!
RC,
Can't wait to read the tales of the "Swamp Stalker"
Congrats RC, WOW beautiful bow!
Hi Santa!!!
Tell the truth with a bow that looks like that you dont find yourself stairing down at it while you are walking through the woods with a smile on your face when you should be scouting out ahead of you i know i would lol and South there is the reason i have always looked up to you as person friend and a hunter..Congrats to you RC on a beauty
Go RC, I can't wait to read the forthcoming obituaries! Good on you South! Sweet bow for a great guy. If RC ever pens his memoirs, I'll buy the first book!
Enjoy that one RC! What a class act South,that was very generous of you.
-Jay
What a great thing to do. Maybe this one should get passed around so others can put some mojo in it for RC.
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Sweet shooter RC!!!
Very well played South ;)
TTT for one of the best stories of 2012. Have you broke in the bow with a fat hog? Beautiful bow and best of luck in the swamps.
Not yet. this is the last day of deer season then I will start after some pork Lord Willing. I`ve been sick a bit and just getting back after`m.RC
Man what a fine bow! I had the pleasure to fling a few arrows through her yesterday. Every one drilled the spot I was looking at. One of the nicest grips I've ever picked up.
Hope you get to feeling better Robert. Nothing will heal you like chasing the swamp critters
That is a very cool deal! The traditional community has some very fine folks. I've really enjoyed reading RC's post on here over the years. Couldn't have happened to a better fella!
Jason