When I read a post from Brian awhile back that Mr. Berry was offering a forward handle Hill style longbow I knew that it would be a special one. I have owned a Vixen for many years and have admired Mr. Berry's work for many more so, when I heard about his new offering I ordered one and left the core and veneer choices to him. The bow is a tribute to my baby brother who is dying from an inoperable brain tumor. I received the bow today and it is the most beautiful bow I could have imagined. It has bamboo limb cores with highly figured yew veneers and a Brazilian Rosewood handle. I couldn't be more pleased. I immediately took it over so that my brother could admire it and handle it as well. I named the bow "Brother David" in his honor. I can't thank Mr. Berry enough for this masterpiece. I can't do pics but it looks just like the one Mudd is testing right now and the one on the bear skin pictured in Mr. Mudd's post. It is gorgeous.
Sorry it looks like I posted this twice.
Okie,
First off, sorry to hear about your brother and we will keep you and your family in our prayers. I pray that you are giving the strength and guidance you need in these trying times.
Secondly, that is a great thing that James did, and I am happy to hear that your brother got to see the bow. My Morningstar has fast made it to the top of the ranks and my favorite shooter. I am sure once you get to focus on the bow and its shooting you will get to truly get the feel for the bow. James is a very good man, even though that old man tries to act hard sometimes he would give you the shirt off his back in a blizzard.
Congrats and I'm glad that your brother got a chance to handle it. My prayers to you and yours! :wavey: :thumbsup:
It meant a lot that he got to see his name on it and handle it. He is only 50yrs old and has been fighting cancer for the last few years. The cancer finally moved to his brain and his last scan showed it has invaded several organs too. He is a veteran and has been a good guy all of his life. We are all heartbroken. I will remember him every time I pick up this bow.
Awesome Bows and Prayers Sent
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Okie Man
I am thinking good thoughts to you and your brother and family. What a tough situation.
I would also like to say that I am sure the Morning Star will be a wonderful tribute to the relationship between you and your bro. I hope it brings you many hours of happy shooting in the field.
Take Care.
JW
Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.
Sorry to hear about your brother Randy. James is my brother and he told me the other day the story of your brother and you. He said that it wouldn't be right to put you on the bottom of the waiting list and that he hopes that the customers that are on the list would understand. I'm sure that we all understand and will keep you and your brother in are thoughts and prayers.-----Dan Berry
Sorry to hear of your familys situation. Prayers are sent. And james is a great guy for understanding. Sir im on the list for a morning star and i dont mind one bit waiting a lil longer. James is a great guy for steppin up and puttin u in front. Wish u and yours the best. And what a wonderful bow for a tribute.
Thank you all so much for the thoughtful comments and prayers. James is a masterful bowyer and a very fine man and I appreciate all that he has done. My brother David was very impressed with his work.
David is on a pain patch and several oral pain meds to keep him comfortable but he handled the bow and commented on how pretty it is. I am grateful that he was able to hold it and see his name on it. When I handle the bow in the future, I will think of both him and James and the conversation we had when I ordered it. James truly is a fine man.
My baby brother passed away at 8:15 this morning from cancer. We are devastated and heartbroken over the loss. I will remember him each time I touch the bow James made in his honor.
My condolences okie, cancer is tough on everybody. Be happy that he is in no more pain. Prayers to you and your family.
Okie,
I am sorry for your lost. My condolence to you and your family.
George
Very Sorry for your loss. I lost my dad to cancer halloween day of 2004. Okie stay in prayer.
I am saddened for your loss.
I pray that God will wrap His loving arms around you and your family giving you the peace that only He can give.
Your memorial bow idea was/is most outstanding!!!
His servant, Mudd
Okie,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers to your family,
Dear Randy, Please give my cares o Davids wife and your mom. hough I never me David,I feel,I have, hrough you and your love for him.Okie,don cry because
because of he loss, Smile,because Davids life happend.
Sorry to learn of your brother passing away this morning. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Now I know why the bow you ordered from James is so special. It will always be the bow that will remind you of the cherished times that you and your brother had spent together. May you arrows always fly straight and true. When you sit high on a mountain top on a early chilly dawn morning with bow in hand and you hear the wind blowing through the trees, listen carefully that will be your brother saying hello.
Randy I am reposting Jame's post because on Jame's lap top the T doesn't work. So it may be alittle easyer to read. --- Dear Randy, Please give my cares to Davids wife and your mom. Though I never met David, I feel,I have, through you and your love for him. Okie,don't cry because because of the loss, Smile,because Davids life happened.
David was a very fine man and a great little brother. I will always remember his quick wit and humorous comments and how he made everyone feel welcome and comfortable. Even when he was in severe pain he would look over at his wife and ask "are you OK? His concern was always with her or another loved one. He would always say that he was OK even when he was grimacing with pain. He always tried to put on a brave face for us and especially our elderly mother. Thankfully, he died under heavy sedation due to the unbearable pain. Thank you James for delivering the bow in time for him to handle it before he became too weak and sedated to understand its meaning to me. It will remind me of what a masterpiece he was too.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
So sorry to hear of your loss sir. You and your family are in my prayers
Sorry for your loss Okie.