Just curious. Let's see your pics or hear about your set up. I picked up an old Bear recently. Not my go-to but it might be fun to take it on a hunt or two.
What do you consider old? I have a Bear 76'er that I might try deer hunting with this year. It's exact same model, color and weight as the one I had when I was a teenager.
I use both my boo-backed hickory longbow and my 1958 Bear Kodiak, as both shoot the same arrows very well.
Good luck to everyone this season.
QuoteOriginally posted by old_goat2:
What do you consider old? I have a Bear 76'er that I might try deer hunting with this year. It's exact same model, color and weight as the one I had when I was a teenager.
I'd say that qualifies :)
1962 Kodiak bought new by my Granddad. It will see action again this year. I missed a buck with it last year, I was so excited to get a shot with it I didn't pick a spot :banghead: :banghead:
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I took pics of my 70's Super Grizzly up at camp today, I'll get some up soon. I have to upload a bunch to PB anyway, too pooped tonight...
It's 50#@28", I really loved how it shot (just got it off the classifieds last week), it seemed to like the 50's compressed cedars I restored that resemble vintage Bear arrows from back then.
It will probably be my #1 this season chasing whitetails here in MI, especially when I head up to Grayling to my brother's place for a couple hunts.
QuoteOriginally posted by TxAg:
QuoteOriginally posted by old_goat2:
What do you consider old? I have a Bear 76'er that I might try deer hunting with this year. It's exact same model, color and weight as the one I had when I was a teenager.
I'd say that qualifies :) [/b]
So what are you getting at? That I'm old too then:)
I've been using my old 47# 1967 Grizzly for years, and my youngest son Tyler has been using his older brother's 40# 1969 Grizzly.
This summer, I picked up a matching pair of 50# 1972 Grizzlys for us to hunt with. I also picked up a pair of Jack Bower "Side Stalker" quivers for us. Riding in them will be some old "Autumn Orange" 2016s tipped with old green Razorheads.
QuoteOriginally posted by old_goat2:
QuoteOriginally posted by TxAg:
QuoteOriginally posted by old_goat2:
What do you consider old? I have a Bear 76'er that I might try deer hunting with this year. It's exact same model, color and weight as the one I had when I was a teenager.
I'd say that qualifies :) [/b]
So what are you getting at? That I'm old too then:) [/b]
I'd say if the bow was made before my birth year, it qualifies, haha ;)
Here is a pic of the one I bought recently...
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I have a 63 Grizzly that will see some time In The woods! 50 years old this year! I hope to kill a deer or 5 with it! Shawn
I have a '59 Grizzly that I havent hunted with for a few years...maybe get her out this year for a hunt or two
I have a 50# '70's Kodiak hunter I will be hunting with this season, if I become proficient enough. I just made the switch to traditional a few months ago so I may have to use training wheels for another season.
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I have a 70's model Grizzly, 45 lbs, 58", I'l be hunting with this season.
I bought my oldest brother a brand new 78-79 model Grizzly when I was in high scholl, 50lbs. He shot maybe 30 arrows out of it all those years, then gave it back to me 2 years ago. I gave it to my son and in return, he gave me the 45 lb Grizzly. One of his buddies gave the Grizz to him [one I have]. in mint condition.
was given a '68 gizz by my uncle this summer that belonged to my grandpa will be hunting with it this fall
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even got some old bear heads to tip the arrows with
Have a '67 Tigercat that will see action this fall, 45#@28, probably in late season. Will be taking a Browning Cobra II in early season as my primary-brought home the venison last year so it gets the first nod.Just like using the older bows that still get it done efficiently.
I will be hunting some with 62 kodiak 45lb and some micro flites num . 7 and green bear broadheads
I have an old Bear Cub that was my grandfather's I hope to get into a little early season action. I don't know what year it is not a ton of info on Cub's due to lack of collector interest but I think it's about a '61.
I will be going out with a 1968 Bear Supermag this year. I started shooting it because it is only 45 pounds & I was working on my form, as my form became better so did my shooting & I'm now liking the supermag.
I'll be hunting with either a vintage Bear or an Owl self bow. I'm not sure which Bear I'll start with yet. I have it narrowed down to 6 or 7 options.
I would like to hunt with some of my '63's, since they are 50 years old this year.
My 1960 Kodiak lefty should see a day or two in the woods this fall
DDave
I'll have my 1952 K4 Kodiak static recurve & elite cedars w/ zwickey eskimo's,,,,, pics up later.
I have an older Bear Grizzly that's 53lb. I'm thinking about hunting with it some. I shoot it sparingly because it does have some crazing in the limbs & I don't want to ruin it.
I will be hunting with my 50 year old 1963 Kodiak, 50#. Will be using for deer anyway, using a heavier bow for elk.
Maybe we should have a little side gentlemans contest for those using '63 Bears? ;) :D :bigsmyl:
My Michigan bow season doesn't start until Oct. 1 and I don't plan most hunts until later October and November, but maybe we can use this thread to post successes of any '63 kills?
If I'm sitting there with an antlerless tag, a '63 Kodiak or '63 Grizzly and a tender little doe fawn floats by close, an arrow is being sent. LOL
67.5 Super Kodiak with a 1968 Bear Springarm quiver.....tapered cedars and yup, you guessed it....125gr Bear razors.....
Starting the season with a new A handle Bear T/D 58" for my antelope hunt then switching to my old B handle for the rest of the season.
I will be using my 68 Grizzly:
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I have a 71 Super Kodiak that is 46@28 that I'm gonna carry at least a couple of times this fall. (http://i994.photobucket.com/albums/af70/timberking69/super%20kodiak/101_1440.jpg) (http://s994.photobucket.com/user/timberking69/media/super%20kodiak/101_1440.jpg.html)
Also my 59 Replica and 60 Kodiak:
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Here's the pics of my new to me 70's Super Grizzly, 50's compressed cedars and Razorheads. The bow is from Pauldeadringer and the heads were generously gifted to me by Mr. Jon Stewart. Thanks guys!
The arrows are restorations from yours truly.
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First shots from 25 yards, got a little tweaking to do with the arrows...
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Choosing two of three old Bears. 80 green stripe, 78 A Mag or signed Tigercat. All 45#. With early season luck, might hunt with all three. Bear Razorheads with bleeders. Good luck to all!
I will be using a 1970-ish Grizzly. A very under rated bow in my opinion.
Well I will be use my go to bow which is an 80s Green striper T/D. I have the newest latest greatest limbs on it that Bear offers, it is 60#s on a B riser. I shoot this bow Daily at 17 and 28 yards, I feel very confident at those ranges, I will be using some of my Bear greenies also. I got to tell you I absolutely love the way this bow feels in my hands,
I might start out the season with my 60" 48@ 28'67 Kodiak Hunter, POC shafts tipped with '60's greenies
Hope to get this 10 yr old A Riser Takedown blooded pretty soon.
It has a slightly modified Bear Tape on Quiver filled with carbons & Woodsmen Broadheads.
It's 60" and 53# at my 29" draw, quiet, and right now I'm driving tacks with it.
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Yepper. I will be out and about with a 40 year old 50# Kodiak Hunter.
I have an old 1966 kodiak my dad gave me that is my prized boy on my rack. I would like to take it out a few.times this fall for deer but I am more set on hunting with a 50# bow the kodiak is only 42#. Not sure if it will get the job done.
Deeter,
It will more thn get the job done. Of my Bears, 42 will be about the highest I hunt with.
Keep in mind that all those low 40lb hunting bows back then were made for a reason.
I've put my old Grizzly back into the rotation. :archer2:
I'd almost forgotten how much fun those Bears are.
Type II riser with Bear quiver.
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I will be hunting whitetail this year with a 1959 Bear. I have been wanting to do some still hunting with an old Bear for a few years. This year I intend to only still hunt with that Bear.
Opening day I will have my Dad's 50# Black Bear in hand. This is the first season I've ever started without him. So in his honor I am carrying his bow. Afterwards my '89 55# Kodiak and 45# '75 Kodiak Hunter will accompany me. My son will use his Bear-made (I think) - "Sears" 40# recurve.
Plus there's still time to stumble into another one by the end of the season! I'm hoping for a Grizzly...
Good for you paoliguy. It's nice to use equipment that's :Family".
There are obviously a lot of Bear fans here so I'd like to ask if anyone can tell me the year of my Grizzly?
Serial# KR27656
AMO 56
53lb
Green glass back & face
As a point of interest there is a decal on the top limb that says Charter Member of Fred Bear Sports Club. If some things could talk????
I bought it several years ago off the bay & really like it. It has some crazing, but I've been told in a PM not to worry about that. I sure don't want to hurt this old bow, but would love to hunt it. :archer2:
Thanks
Here is my 63' Kodiak in action the other night.
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The one in the middle, 72 k-mag
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The one in the middle, 72 k-mag
I will be useing a 59 grizzly and a 59 Polar. Some cedar arrows and snuffers held in a bear leather top bolt on quiver.I have some new places to hunt this year that look really good so i think i will have a good chance at both deer and hogs.
Frank, I believe your bow is a 1970 Grizzly. I started with a 1969 of my fathers when I was 12. Now I have a very similar 1968 that I am using. those 3 years the grizzly's were made in 56". Great bows!
70 model bows, the serial # starts with a K. I would like to see a picture.
I just noticed someone has a 70 grizzy in the classifieds this morning. He has a very nice price on it too. Looks like it would be a great deal for someone looking for a classic bear to hunt with.
Early 70's Kodiak this year for me.
QuoteOriginally posted by Cyclic-Rivers:
Frank, I believe your bow is a 1970 Grizzly. I started with a 1969 of my fathers when I was 12. Now I have a very similar 1968 that I am using. those 3 years the grizzly's were made in 56". Great bows!
70 model bows, the serial # starts with a K. I would like to see a picture.
Thanks Cyclic-Rivers :thumbsup:
I knew someone would let me know.
I'm going to write that down. I shot it yesterday from 17yds kneeling & bow canted almost paralel to the ground & my shot was 3" left of poa. I was using a 500+gr Split hex wood shaft & Zwicky 2 blade broadhead.
It is a fun bow.
My computer apple isn't compatable with photo bucket & I'm not reall computer litterate so I can't post pictures at least now
I will be using my '64 Kodiak and all bear arrows,broadheads and quiver.
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