Anyone else failed in their quest for the perfect "one-size-fits-all" bow quiver? Not literally(most are adjustable/adaptable), but figuratively. I wouldn't use one when I shot long bows, but when I switched to recurves I admit that I came to like the additional mass. I own two bows by the same maker, identical in length, poundage and limb construction. The only difference is riser design, one being more reflexed than the other. I have been through many bow quivers of all styles, 1-piece, 2-piece, with/without hood/gripper connectors, strap-on, bolt on, riser moint, fade mount, etc. My criteria is the bow must be as quiet/quieter than with no quiver at all and absolutely no added vibration or hand shock after the shock (like a tuning fork buzz). I have found that many will work great with one of my bows, but when I put it on the other I hear/feel something I don't like. I know, I'm overly anal and just need to invest in 2 quivers, but I'm beginning to believe it's related to string silencing theory, i.e. that every bow has its own unique "harmonics". I won't say what my current favorite is because if the theory holds any merit it obviously may not be the best choice for a different bow. I will say that it straps on at the fades, but I had to remove the shaft connector and now each end tends to want to migrate down the limbs after many shots. Painter's tape and double-stick tape under the pads don't help. My search continues!
For recurves I find the Kwikee Kwiver to be the best. Yes, that means holes drilled in the riser or riser inserts, but, for that type bow I find no other choice.
As for longbows, I too have a strap-on type that after multiple shots with the arrows on longbows I find the other arrows in the quiver eventually wiggle loose. For a hunting situation I don't think it would matter as you won't be shooting multiple arrows in repetition.
Good luck in your search.
Take care Richard. Hope you can make the Aug Sissipahaw shoot.
Bud
I have a variety of quivers and I'm sure you already do check but if your hearing noise make sure its not from the arrows...
with that being said I have had no problems with noise from the quick release GN's that bolt under one limb bolt and the side bolt style GN's used on the widows.
I know Mike Palmer would drill the backs of the risers behind the limbs so you could use a lefty (if your righty) bolt on quiver and you could remove it without messing with limb bolts..
I'm starting to think the perfect style quiver for everything is a Asbell Style except ad one more quick release strap to secure it to your belt on the side so it doesn't move around too much when walking.
I love my Eagle Flight Cherokee Chief....I found out where it likes to ride on the limbs of my recurve and it has no noise, no vibration , no migration......hope you find the goal of your quest..... :archer:
Every bow quiver I've bought (a bunch) has been better than the one it replaced. That being said, I believe the 2-piece, 4 arrow Kanati side mount (solid, light and quiet) I put on my new Tall Tines is the "Bees Knees."
I've got an EFA 4 arrow standard, pretty much fits 3 two blade and a field point and it makes my recurve noticeably quiter. Haven't noticed hand shock from it either.
Kwikee Kwiver for me. Their warranty and customer service department is awesome.