I've mostly used bow quivers in the past even though I don't like the way a bow balances with the extra weight off the side. I also have a tendency to brush the fletching of the arrows in the quiver against my clothing if I'm holding the bow. Still, the convenience of a bow quiver is tough to beat. Especially with a take down since you can put the mounting brackets under the limb bolts making a very solid connection.
I recently started shooting a one-piece bow after many years with TDs and I just didn't want to go with a strap on bow quiver. The OP bow is very light in the hand and handles so well I though I would try a side quiver. As an experiment, I took my Kanati bow quiver off my TD (detaches from the mounting brackets), tied a rope around the metal spine member to mimic a side quiver, and took it on the last couple hunting trips. It's one more thing to carry, but so light it's hardly noticeable. I'm not sure how it will handle in thick brush, haven't tried it yet.
Anyway, I wasn't totally annoyed by the extra piece of baggage so I took the plunge and ordered a "Powderhorn" side quiver from Art at Cedar Ridge Leather Works ( Cedar Ridge Leather Works (http://archeryleather.com/) ). I've had one of his Custom Cruiser field quivers for several years now and really like it. The Powderhorn came the other day and I'm certainly not disappointed. Very well made and even has a little file tucked into a side pocket. I'm looking forward to giving it a good workout next fall. The side quiver is a compromise too, I don't think it will be as good for busting through thick brush as a bow quiver but time will tell. At least the bow feels and balances the way it should.
Since it is a beautiful day here in Minnesota, clear blue sky, light winds, and a balmy -10deg. F. I though I'd take a photo of the new quiver and bow. Cedar Ridge Powderhorn by Art Vincent and a 64" Blacktail Snakebit by Norm Johnson.
(http://i1233.photobucket.com/albums/ff388/tmoren/One-PieceSBandsidequiversmall_zps16d80637.jpg) (http://s1233.photobucket.com/user/tmoren/media/One-PieceSBandsidequiversmall_zps16d80637.jpg.html)
Bow looks good........quiver looks good.....so I guess all is good!! :thumbsup:
Nice pic.
Very nice very nice.
It looks Great! The quiver looks like it was made for your Bow.
I have always liked that quiver. Art does some great work. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
How is the weight on that quiver?
Very nice. They seem made for each other.
Iv been dying to try one, great photo
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How is the weight on that quiver?
I'm not sure about the weight of the quiver alone, but I think the arrows probably weigh more than the quiver itself.
Thanks Easykeeper. Like the name. The quiver weighs about 12oz minus the arrows. You will find when going through thick brush if you push down on the quiver hood the quiver will slide up on your back out of the way of any branches. Most guys don't bother with this since the arrows are horizontal like the arrows on a bow quiver and will just slide through.
Good hunting. The picture is a classic thanks for posting.
Art
Bow and quiver both look really good. I'm shopping for a Blacktail bow now. I will be looking a Cedar Ridge Quivers as well.
Arts stuff is A#1 top notch gear!
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That's a great looking quiver! I think you'll be very happy with it next fall!
Bernie Bjorklund
NC Iowa/SW Wisconsin
Thanks for posting the weight of the empty quiver Art... :thumbsup:
Using one for the last three now, love it
George