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Title: A NEW Shrew
Post by: Ron LaClair on June 29, 2013, 11:33:00 AM
I think everyone here on Trad Gang knows Chuck Deshler of Two Tracks. Chuck has been building bows for over a decade and has a very good reputation as a top notch bowyer. Looking at his work you'd think he had even more experience. After seeing some of his bows I was impressed with his craftsmanship, so last March I approached Chuck to see if he'd like to make some of my Shrew bows for me. He agreed, and after making a form he made several experimental bows before he got everything just right.

This bow is the latest, a LH (so I could test it), 56" Shrew Classic, 46#@ 28". Bamboo core with Ice Maple veneers. It's a beautiful bow and shoots even better than it looks..

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Post by: Air Cleaver on June 29, 2013, 11:38:00 AM
Beautiful!
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Post by: Mike Vines on June 29, 2013, 11:43:00 AM
Nice to see the collaberation of 2 excellent Michigan guys.
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Post by: cacciatore on June 29, 2013, 11:47:00 AM
I am sure they will be better than ever!
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Post by: thunder1 on June 29, 2013, 12:00:00 PM
Sweet looking bow
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Post by: Izzy on June 29, 2013, 12:31:00 PM
Sweet, that's the way lb tips should look.
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Post by: nineworlds9 on June 29, 2013, 12:37:00 PM
Awesome!  I just snagged a Greg Coffey made 56" CH never having tried a Shrew and I'm in love.  Excellent bows!  This is so cool that Chuck Deshler is gonna make them.  Might need to get one.  I always chuckle when I see his name cause my name is Chuck Droessler.    ;)
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Post by: Brianlocal3 on June 29, 2013, 12:45:00 PM
Fantastic work. Way to go Ron on a great choice of bowers. Chuck is a super nice guy and his work is amazing. This will be a wonderful partnership
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Post by: Anointed Archer on June 29, 2013, 12:47:00 PM
Excellent all the way around!
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Post by: Pokerdaddy on June 29, 2013, 12:49:00 PM
Awesome collaboration!  Can't wait to try the new "Two Shrew".
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Post by: ISP 5353 on June 29, 2013, 01:12:00 PM
Sweet looking bow!
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Post by: Ricker on June 29, 2013, 01:14:00 PM
Chuck is a journeyman in the craft and it shows.  Awesome looking bow.
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Post by: Steve Chappell on June 29, 2013, 01:19:00 PM
You got a great bowyer, person and family with Chuck Dechler!
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Post by: VictoryHunter on June 29, 2013, 01:39:00 PM
WOW!
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Post by: Hopewell Tom on June 29, 2013, 01:45:00 PM
Beautiful Bow!
Nice going Ron and Chuck.
Best wishes for a long and prosperous relationship.
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Post by: bccalls2011 on June 29, 2013, 01:49:00 PM
Yep I need me one of those
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Post by: Mudd on June 29, 2013, 01:51:00 PM
:archer:
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Post by: Roger Norris on June 29, 2013, 01:58:00 PM
Hey! Thats good to see! What a pretty bow!

I had one of Chucks prototypes in my hand at Compton, and the grip felt great!

Good for you Ron & Chuck, I am thrilled to see the Shrew name moving forward!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: Whip on June 29, 2013, 02:13:00 PM
Good news indeed!    :thumbsup:    :clapper:
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Post by: Pat B. on June 29, 2013, 02:24:00 PM
Congratulations !!!!

Great to see two great guys get together is what is sure to be a wonderful partnership!
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Post by: Shinken on June 29, 2013, 02:45:00 PM
Nice lefty!

Enjoy!

Shoot straight, Shinken

  :archer2:
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Post by: Keith Zimmerman on June 29, 2013, 02:49:00 PM
Beautiful!
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Post by: chase perry on June 29, 2013, 02:55:00 PM
Terrific news, and a beautiful bow!
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Post by: Keith Zimmerman on June 29, 2013, 03:17:00 PM
Beautiful!
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Post by: varmint101 on June 29, 2013, 04:17:00 PM
Cool, looks good!
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Post by: Real Buckmaster on June 29, 2013, 04:49:00 PM
nice will you offer a carbon limb
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Post by: joe skipp on June 29, 2013, 05:10:00 PM
Great looking bow...nice woods.
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Post by: smokin joe on June 29, 2013, 05:21:00 PM
Beautiful bow.
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Post by: jsparky93 on June 29, 2013, 06:08:00 PM
Ice Maple? Absolutely beautiful!
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Post by: floodman on June 29, 2013, 06:08:00 PM
Keep doing your own thing also Chuck...Two tracks has a great following and you dont want to take your eye off your main objective, and the reason you started this adventure up as a small business owner...
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: Possum Head on June 29, 2013, 07:08:00 PM
That's fine provided Chuck doesn't forget how to build an Ambush cause one is still on my wish list.
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Post by: Possum Head on June 29, 2013, 07:09:00 PM
Oh, but so is a Shrew!
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Post by: gonefishing600 on June 29, 2013, 07:26:00 PM
Nice!

What is the wait time?
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Post by: JEFF B on June 29, 2013, 07:31:00 PM
nice but there is one thing wrong with it it aint for a right handed shooter Ron
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Post by: Ric O'Shay on June 29, 2013, 07:38:00 PM
Great to hear that the Shrew is back in production.

  :thumbsup:
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Post by: Jwilliam on June 29, 2013, 08:08:00 PM
Sweet looking bow !!!


Bill
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: 2treks on June 30, 2013, 11:42:00 AM
Thank you to all for nice comments.
I first met Ron in 1991 and bought my first custom bow from him in 1992. It was an original Shrew. Never would have thought I would be in this position all them years back.
John McCullough was a tremendous help/influence when I began making glass bows and is still a great friend and mentor. Gregg is a fantastic guy/bowyer as well and I have enjoyed his friendship now for about 10yrs.
I am humbled to walk behind these two craftsmen. I look forward to Working with Ron and all of you fine folks as well.
Thank you much.
CTT
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: daniel boon on June 30, 2013, 12:16:00 PM
Chuck and Ron, congrats and good luck on your joint venture.
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Post by: Hud on June 30, 2013, 12:31:00 PM
Congratulations on the new Shrew, on your efforts, experience and friendship. I expect it will be a big success.  :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
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Post by: Warden609 on June 30, 2013, 02:33:00 PM
:thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
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Post by: Sixby on June 30, 2013, 02:38:00 PM
Great deal, That is a bow to be proud of and neither of you could do better to have each other working together.

God bless, Steve
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Post by: Cyclic-Rivers on June 30, 2013, 06:58:00 PM
Fine looking bow chuck but the first ones already defective with the shelf on the wrong side and all.   :rolleyes:  

Best wishes with your new endeavor.    :wavey:
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: 2fletch on June 30, 2013, 07:01:00 PM
That's a very nice looking bow Ron, and Chuck. I can remember the first Shrew that I ever shot and how well it performed. They are certainly engineered for maximum performance. Good luck!
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Post by: Robertfishes on June 30, 2013, 08:08:00 PM
Congrats to both Ron and Chuck!
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Post by: Bow man on June 30, 2013, 08:57:00 PM
Ron congratulations to you and Chuck on the partnership. Chuck is a great bowyer and he will build you some great bows
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Post by: ishoot4thrills on June 30, 2013, 09:14:00 PM
Excellent!
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Post by: DamselflyFarm on June 30, 2013, 09:19:00 PM
Good news, indeed.
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Post by: eflanders on June 30, 2013, 10:39:00 PM
Congratulations to the both of you!
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Post by: jwhitetail on June 30, 2013, 11:26:00 PM
Wonderful!
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Post by: Ray Lyon on July 01, 2013, 06:29:00 AM
Beautiful bow gentleman.  Glad to see things are back on track.   :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
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Post by: Gator1 on July 01, 2013, 06:54:00 AM
Well Said Chuck... Now get to work...  :clapper:      :clapper:
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Post by: 2treks on July 01, 2013, 07:28:00 AM
Been at it 2 hours already Mitch   :wavey:  
  :)
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: Gator1 on July 01, 2013, 07:48:00 AM
Great to see you continuing the Legacy.... Couldn't happen to a nicer guy....

Keep the coffee brewing...

  :coffee:
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: 2treks on July 01, 2013, 08:11:00 AM
Thanks Mitch,
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Post by: typical2 on July 01, 2013, 11:52:00 AM
Awesome!
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Post by: Knawbone on July 01, 2013, 01:19:00 PM
QuoteOriginally posted by jsparky93:
Ice Maple? Absolutely beautiful!
I'm not into short longbows, but after looking at the design and shape of that bow, I might have to change my mind! Congrats on the buisness venture.
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Post by: classichunter79 on July 01, 2013, 04:45:00 PM
Very nice looking bow. It is nice to se the shrew back in prodution again.
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Post by: Hud on July 01, 2013, 06:28:00 PM
Really nice looking wood and overlays in the bow. Good luck this fall.
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Post by: Shifting Shadow on July 01, 2013, 06:32:00 PM
Lookin' Good!
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Post by: Shifting Shadow on July 01, 2013, 06:33:00 PM
Lookin' Good!
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Post by: collofthewild on July 01, 2013, 09:10:00 PM
I'm excited about this one!!
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Post by: WESTBROOK on July 02, 2013, 05:55:00 PM
Very nice work Chuck!

When will orders be accepted?

Eric
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Post by: jackdaw on July 02, 2013, 07:13:00 PM
Wow Ron....that bow is BEAUTIFUL....! May have to get one...can't have you "one upping me" by you having some of my rifle barrels and me not having a 60" Shrew.....you're killing me....!....John Getz
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: jackdaw on July 02, 2013, 07:16:00 PM
Wow Ron....that bow is BEAUTIFUL....! May have to get one...can't have you "one upping me" by you having some of my rifle barrels and me not having a 60" Shrew.....you're killing me....!....John Getz
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: longbow guy on July 02, 2013, 09:15:00 PM
Well done Chuck!    :notworthy:    :notworthy:
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Post by: tree dancer on July 15, 2013, 01:44:00 PM
Just got home from vacation and catching up here.
Alot as went on in the Shrew world in the last few weeks.
Fine looking bow Chuck.
George
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: 2treks on July 15, 2013, 03:36:00 PM
Hey George, Glade you made it home safe.
I am ready to give you a chance for redemption SOON.

Thanks again to the rest of you.
CTT
Title: Re: A NEW Shrew
Post by: Duncan on July 15, 2013, 10:44:00 PM
46# @ 28" and LH! Hey Ron when you get done testing that one sell it to me!  :)
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Post by: Benny Nganabbarru on July 15, 2013, 10:47:00 PM
I'd just like to add my late congratulations to Chuck and Ron for getting these bows back into production!
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Post by: 2treks on July 16, 2013, 05:56:00 AM
Thank You Ben!
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Post by: Rick Butler on July 16, 2013, 11:43:00 AM
Yup, congrats to both of you on your partnership!
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Post by: huronhunter on July 16, 2013, 07:33:00 PM
Hi Ron, will you have these bows at the GLLI?