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Title: Steep sweep risers on HH bows
Post by: buffalo53 on August 18, 2013, 09:23:00 PM
Hi I had my last HH built with what Jason called a steep sweep profile. The angle from the handle to the belly of the bow is more acute. I think it makes the bow look a bit more like the older Hills. Anyone have this option on their bow? Thanks for your time George Hill
Title: Re: Steep sweep risers on HH bows
Post by: Rossco7002 on August 18, 2013, 09:32:00 PM
I have a John Schulz and two Miller longbows worth the shorter deeper riser causing those acute sweeps. Nate Steen also makes his bows in this manner.

I agree, males for a very 'classic' looking bow like Howard's!
Title: Re: Steep sweep risers on HH bows
Post by: Orion on August 18, 2013, 09:58:00 PM
Yep.  I have a Tembo like that.  Had a few others made that way as well, but have since traded them.  Got a bit too heavy for me.
Title: Re: Steep sweep risers on HH bows
Post by: mikebiz on August 19, 2013, 08:19:00 AM
Buff, can you post some photos of your riser so that we can see exactly what you're talking about.  I think I understand, but I picture would really help.  Thanks.
Title: Re: Steep sweep risers on HH bows
Post by: Mudd on August 19, 2013, 02:16:00 PM
Almost every bow I own has the steep sweep riser including the JD Berry Vixen.

(http://i.imgur.com/iXwpb6t.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/fbLI81l.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/sUbJbMi.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/TJsqK0h.jpg)

God bless,Mudd

PS: In my phone conversation with Mr.Berry he stated he tried to keep his bows looking as they did back in the early 50's.
Title: Re: Steep sweep risers on HH bows
Post by: Bud B. on August 19, 2013, 02:58:00 PM
7 Lakes Carolina Night by Mike Ballenger

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f94/Equismith/7%20Lakes%20Carolina%20Night%20SF%20American%20Semi-Longbow/101_0188.jpg)
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