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Title: Snag, You Know, Snag!
Post by: rwbowman on March 12, 2014, 03:58:00 PM: After a month of frustration of trying to get my first batch of cedar arrows flying 'right' and true to what I'm used to seeing from my carbons, I pulled the trigger and got in touch with David at Wilderness Custom Arrows. He's been a great help in shaft selection and an absolute pleasure to deal with for accepting an order the way you wish. I can't wait to get my box. I'm hoping that having some real arrows (professionally crafted, as opposed to my recent attempt) will get my mind off of the challlenge and maybe back into hopes of one day crafting my own arrows again, but if not, I'm keeping David's email address close at hand!

Thanks Snag!
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Post by: FerretWYO on March 12, 2014, 03:59:00 PM: He is pretty handy with the cedars.
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Post by: D.Ellis on March 12, 2014, 04:14:00 PM: Top notch guy and top notch work. I recently got some from him, and now I know what wood arrows are meant to be like! :thumbsup:
Darcy :campfire:
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Post by: Sixby on March 12, 2014, 04:20:00 PM: David makes the best woods I have ever used. They also are the nicest looking. Want to really treat yourself spring for a set with all the fancy feather work. He is a master.

God bless, Steve
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Post by: Keith Zimmerman on March 12, 2014, 04:24:00 PM: Showem off when u gettem.
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Post by: Florida lime on March 12, 2014, 05:05:00 PM: David has made several sets for me, but these seem to stand out best.

(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Wilderness%20Custom%20Arrows/IMG_0847_zpsb94c3777.jpg)
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Post by: steadman on March 12, 2014, 05:29:00 PM: He's alright ;)
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Post by: Caleb Monroe on March 12, 2014, 06:24:00 PM: I have been doing the same Rory. Got my test arrows from him and then got sent outta town for work.
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Post by: ghall80 on March 12, 2014, 06:40:00 PM: SNAG makes some of the best arrows I have seen
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Post by: Roadkill on March 12, 2014, 10:02:00 PM: Those arrows are art. More patience than I have
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Post by: snag on March 12, 2014, 10:18:00 PM: Rory, the postal service says they were delivered on 3/8...you got them didn't you?

Scott, I was seeing pink for a few days after shipping your arrows...haha

Thank you for the kind remarks. I truly love serving others by building arrows for you. Then to have this kind of feedback it is really a blessing.
Sometimes I wish I could get them to you quicker. But you just can't rush somethings.
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Post by: Homebru on March 12, 2014, 10:23:00 PM: My next batch will be chartreuse and purple. ;-)
homebru
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Post by: snag on March 12, 2014, 11:08:00 PM: I'm looking forward to these Nathan. I've got them "in the line up".
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Post by: Allen Boice on March 12, 2014, 11:19:00 PM: I have three dozen and two more coming all in different color schemes. You can't go wrong with any of Snag's creations no matter what color combination they are. That Chartreuse and Purple or possibly pink does sound interesting. Hmmmm
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Post by: rwbowman on March 13, 2014, 12:13:00 PM: I'd like to see more pictures from you guys who have some of David's work, if you don't mind sharing.. Man those pinkies look good for sure!
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Post by: rwbowman on March 13, 2014, 01:29:00 PM: Hey Caleb, that's okay. I'll run up and shoot them for you. Just leave that longbow out for me, would ya?
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Post by: Ryan Sanpei on March 13, 2014, 01:56:00 PM: Awesome! One day I'll need give wood arrows a try!
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Post by: varmint101 on March 13, 2014, 07:01:00 PM: I started with wood. Always the best having a freshly broken, scarlet wooden shaft on the autumn floor! Think I need to go back. They are fun!
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Post by: snag on March 13, 2014, 08:59:00 PM: I shipped these out to a lady in B.C. the other day. I hear she's a very good shot. Might be the next Canadian National Champ.
(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Wilderness%20Custom%20Arrows/Naturals001_zps5d14a90f.jpg)

These went to Spokane, Wa. to a very fine bow builder.
(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Wilderness%20Custom%20Arrows/YellowampRed002_zps721fdf43.jpg)

Just another set that went out.
(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Wilderness%20Custom%20Arrows/IMG_0894_zps6a13f17e.jpg)
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Post by: rwbowman on March 14, 2014, 10:08:00 AM: Looking good Snag! I really like those yellow on white, but they're all some fine looking arrows.
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Post by: Wudstix on March 14, 2014, 08:35:00 PM: Folks that can crest like that really amaze me.
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Post by: Homebru on March 14, 2014, 10:27:00 PM: Generally speaking, I'm cheap. If I can make it / do it myself, I will. I can make arrows. I've done it before.

I order mine from Snag, now.

Affordable, fully functional and absolutely beautiful.
homebru
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Post by: Gator1 on March 15, 2014, 04:53:00 PM: David is top shelf....

Can't wait to hear about the footed shafts.. :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
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Post by: Shedrock on March 15, 2014, 04:59:00 PM: Two thumbs up to David!
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Post by: rwbowman on March 18, 2014, 01:59:00 PM: To the top. Let's see some more if you have them!
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Post by: snag on March 19, 2014, 10:15:00 AM: These went out yesterday.
(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Wilderness%20Custom%20Arrows/IMG_1067_zps3085c650.jpg)

(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Wilderness%20Custom%20Arrows/IMG_1065_zps0658e979.jpg)
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Post by: arrow flynn on March 19, 2014, 11:16:00 PM: Nice arrows!
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Post by: Reynold Greenleaf on March 20, 2014, 11:22:00 PM: Great work, David!
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Post by: snag on March 20, 2014, 11:58:00 PM: Hi Grant! You make enough of these and some of them turn out ok...haha
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Post by: snag on March 21, 2014, 12:02:00 AM: (http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/IMG_1072_zps66c16233.jpg)

Finished these today. I am a little surprised more guys don't order the 4-4" fletched. These ought to show up pretty good.
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Post by: rwbowman on March 21, 2014, 07:03:00 AM: Man those look good with the ebony stain!
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Post by: snag on March 21, 2014, 10:31:00 AM: Rory, I agree. I love the contrast of the ebony stain with the bright color of the fletching.
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Post by: steadman on March 21, 2014, 11:40:00 AM: Love those last ones David :thumbsup: I'm starting to shoot more 4 fletch, great stabilization for sure!!

URL=http://s63.photobucket.com/user/steadman_2006/media/IMG_0635.jpg.html] (http://i63.photobucket.com/albums/h160/steadman_2006/IMG_0635.jpg)[/URL]

Here are my "snag" arrows :) They also are meat seekeers even though he won't say that in public.
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Post by: rwbowman on March 23, 2014, 11:06:00 PM: Steadman, that's a fine looking batch there!

David, I've wondered about a four fletch. A buddy of mine uses it for slowing down target arrows. I don't know if it truly has that affect, but I've wondered.
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Post by: on March 24, 2014, 12:20:00 AM: Two years ago I threw all the wood arrows I had in a fire pit at a 3D shoot and swore them off for good. I just can't seem to figure them out.

But........

Every time snag starts a thread, I can't help but open it up and look at the beauties he has created. Snag, you truly are an artist!

Bisch
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Post by: snag on March 24, 2014, 12:01:00 PM: Rory, if you shoot 4 4" fletching it won't slow them down anymore than 3 5". If you go to 4 5" it definitely will slow them down. I shoot 4 4" shield and can't tell a difference from the 3 5".

Jerome, not the campfire!!! haha Give me your specs, bow and draw length, and I'll make you a couple of testers to shoot. I just can't see a guy in a bad way with wood. You pay the shipping and I'll send you a couple of testers.
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Post by: Mr. fingers on March 24, 2014, 04:28:00 PM: Man!
Those arrows are for showin not shootin THERE TOO NICE!!!! I just couldn't shoot something that nice in fear of blemishing one. I'm sure there shooters fore shure but so much work Into them.
Snag you truly are gifted!! :notworthy:
Tim.
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Post by: rwbowman on March 25, 2014, 12:07:00 PM: Thanks for bringing that to mind Mr. Fingers- now I've got to either loosen up the groups that I've tried so hard to tighten, or only shoot them one at a time for fear of having them hit one another! ;)
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Post by: rwbowman on April 02, 2014, 10:21:00 AM: To the top! If you use Wilderness Custom Arrows, I'd like to see pictures, if you don't mind sharing.

Thanks!
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Post by: mcinore on April 02, 2014, 05:14:00 PM: Went over to Davids today to pick up some arrows he did up for me. I saw him at the TAO banquet this year and told him what I was looking for and he said he'd see what he could do. Well these are awesome never shot 4 fletch before and I'm impressed to say the least Thanks David.
(http://i.imgur.com/SaQXZxC.jpg) (http://imgur.com/SaQXZxC)
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Post by: snag on April 02, 2014, 10:21:00 PM: Mike, it was my pleasure. Really enjoyed watching these fly off your A&H ACS.
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Post by: rwbowman on April 03, 2014, 07:03:00 AM: Those look very nice mcinore! Thanks for sharing!
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Post by: mike g on April 03, 2014, 11:41:00 AM: Dave told me I should be getting my Arrows today.
I told him he could be creative and make them like he wants....
Can't wait to see what he came up with....
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Post by: FJTOYMAN on April 03, 2014, 09:13:00 PM: WOW! you sure are talented.
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Post by: Frank V on April 03, 2014, 09:32:00 PM: Beautiful arrows everyone.
Snag you do beautiful work.
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Post by: snag on April 04, 2014, 10:32:00 AM: Here you go Mike. Glad you like them!

(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Mikesarras002_zpsaab23121.jpg)
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Post by: mike g on April 04, 2014, 10:39:00 AM: Nice picture of Very nice Arrows Snag.
At noon today I'll be going to Jerry's Archery and trying them out....
Around noon if ya hear some loud screaming, it will be do to me shooting a nock off....LOL
Keep a record of that paint combo for when I need more....
Beside you will need one of my Armguards and a water bottle pouch....Hint, Hint....
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Post by: snag on April 04, 2014, 10:46:00 AM: I like the way you think Mike...haha
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Post by: Frank V on April 04, 2014, 01:36:00 PM: Those are nice.
We'll need a range report Mike.
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Post by: taxyman on April 04, 2014, 01:52:00 PM: Nice looking arrows there Snag...as usual!
:thumbsup:
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Post by: rwbowman on April 04, 2014, 02:36:00 PM: Put me in the mind of candy cane, only sweeter! Looking good!

Oh man, to be honest, I'm chomping at the bit...
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Post by: snag on April 04, 2014, 06:40:00 PM: Yours are coming soon Rory.
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Post by: TonyW on April 06, 2014, 08:56:00 PM: Tax refund temptations!
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Post by: rwbowman on April 07, 2014, 08:54:00 AM: Don't mean to rush it David..

Tony, that's what I was thinking!
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Post by: rwbowman on April 11, 2014, 09:14:00 AM: To the top for anyone else who would like to share a photo of their Wilderness Custom Arrows.

Thanks!
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Post by: Homebru on April 12, 2014, 12:48:00 PM: Rumor has it that I should have a pic to post soon.
homebru
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Post by: Homebru on April 12, 2014, 07:37:00 PM: Lucky me. :)
Can you see where I had Snag mark my brace height in the cresting?
homebru

(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f71/homebru/Wilderness%20Arrows/IMG_5959_zpsc1e7b652.jpg)
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Post by: Hermon on April 12, 2014, 07:40:00 PM: Is that line it? :knothead:
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Post by: Homebru on April 13, 2014, 10:24:00 AM: Quote
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Is that line it? :knothead:
Yup. I had him make the choice as to where to mark it so he started the cresting at my brace height.
homebru
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Post by: MnFn on April 13, 2014, 04:07:00 PM: I should have added this sooner. I have ordered arrows from Snag before. But last year I had a lot of trouble getting the right spine for my bow. In desperation I called Snag and asked him his opinion on this particular bow.

I did not expect him to have time to get some arrows done before my elk trip and had decided to be content with using another setup. To my amazement David said "you know, that is the same arrow I personally shoot" and then he said he would send me six of his own personal arrows!

You will not find a better guy to do business with than Snag. Thanks again, Dave!

Here they are on my bow: Not as flashy or as colorful as some others than he has made, but boy do they look classy on my Pronghorn. (BTW real turkey feathers)
(http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd43/MnFn/2014-04-13153526_zps8cb5c39a.jpg) (http://s222.photobucket.com/user/MnFn/media/2014-04-13153526_zps8cb5c39a.jpg.html)
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Post by: Shinken on April 13, 2014, 04:54:00 PM: I really like the simplicity of those arras MnFn!

Snag makes a *nice* product!

Keep the wind in your face!

Shoot straight,Shinken

:archer2:
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Post by: Frank V on April 13, 2014, 05:54:00 PM: They look classy to me!
Some beautiful arrows thanks for sharing fella's.
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Post by: rwbowman on April 13, 2014, 08:32:00 PM: Thanks for sharing guys!
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Post by: rwbowman on April 17, 2014, 12:39:00 PM: To The Top!
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Post by: rwbowman on April 22, 2014, 11:28:00 AM: Well, last night I received a tracking number from David!!!!!
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Post by: Florida lime on April 22, 2014, 05:15:00 PM: Well, where's the picture David ? :D
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Post by: Florida lime on April 22, 2014, 05:23:00 PM: Duplicate post -
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Post by: Shane C on April 22, 2014, 09:31:00 PM: I love looking at Dave's arrows. Functional art if there ever was!

I've only ever had one set of wood arrows and I got rid of the bow that they were for. Got a new bow that's the same weight, but they don't seem to fly out of the new bow. It's hard for me to shoot woods when carbons shoot so well for me. If I ever decide to shoot wood arrows, Dave is definitely the guy I'm going to call!

Dave: Have you ever dabbled with the marbled dip?
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Post by: on April 22, 2014, 10:17:00 PM: I can't spell wud, but I keep coming back to this thread to look at all the cool arrows that snag builds!

Bisch
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Post by: rwbowman on April 22, 2014, 11:48:00 PM: You need some Bisch! Don't fight the urge...
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Post by: snag on April 23, 2014, 10:48:00 AM: Hi Shane. I'm sorry, I'm just not into the marble at all. Too wavy-gravy for me. I'm more a classics old school meets new school kind of guy.
I had 5 perfectly matched old ACME shafts that I just had to make into some arrows for myself. This is what I came up with.
(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/Wilderness%20Custom%20Arrows/IMG_1097_zpsec8ded45.jpg)
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Post by: awbowman on April 23, 2014, 11:57:00 AM: These are mine from David

(http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh601/ftrahan/2013-08-07075444.jpg) (http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/ftrahan/media/2013-08-07075444.jpg.html)

I didn't order this combination ...... Snag kind of came up with it. Great guy!
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Post by: rwbowman on April 23, 2014, 01:41:00 PM: Snag and AW, both of these are great looking combinations and would please any quiver in my home!

Hey Snag, my USPS status is DELIVERED!!!! I can't wait to get home!! Thank you again David!
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Post by: taxyman on April 23, 2014, 01:59:00 PM: awbowman...the ones you have are my favorite! Really like the color combo!
:thumbsup:
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Post by: awbowman on April 23, 2014, 03:00:00 PM: Quote
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awbowman...the ones you have are my favorite! Really like the color combo!
:thumbsup:
Thanks for the compliment taxyman, but Snag actually picked the combo for me. Not bad for my first set of woodies. Great father's day gift from the kids. :thumbsup:

And believe me the picture doesn't do them justice. We always seem to get on the subject of "how pretty Snag's arrows are" but I'll tell you, THE QUALITY IS SECOND TO NONE IN PERFORMANCE TOO!

With Simmons Interceptors mounted on them they have a PURE MEANNESS TO THEM ..... in a pretty sort of way!
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Post by: rwbowman on April 23, 2014, 05:04:00 PM: They're home! Thanks David!
(http://www.myfishingpictures.com/data/500/medium/20140423_155644.jpg) (http://www.myfishingpictures.com/data/500/medium/20140423_155858.jpg)
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Post by: snag on April 23, 2014, 05:13:00 PM: Glad they made ok Rory. Now go put them to good use! :archer2:
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Post by: rwbowman on April 23, 2014, 05:27:00 PM: Yes sir!
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Post by: Florida lime on April 23, 2014, 06:38:00 PM: Quote
Originally posted by taxyman:
Really like the color combo!
:thumbsup:
+1
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Post by: awbowman on April 23, 2014, 08:00:00 PM: Nice rw, what's the specs?
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Post by: rwbowman on April 23, 2014, 11:30:00 PM: 45-50 spine, 28" to bop, Douglas Fir and fly like feathered missles. I just have to get used to shooting the shorter arrows compared to my full length Easton carbons, but they're shooters for sure!
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Post by: Shinken on April 25, 2014, 12:05:00 AM: Quote
Originally posted by awbowman:

(http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh601/ftrahan/2013-08-07075444.jpg) (http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/ftrahan/media/2013-08-07075444.jpg.html)

WOW - ZERS !!!

Those are most-excellent work by Snag!

:clapper: :clapper: :clapper:

Enjoy!

Shoot straight, Shinken

:archer2:
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Post by: rwbowman on April 25, 2014, 11:17:00 AM: David is truly a talented arrowsmith and definitely a friend to know.
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Post by: awbowman on April 25, 2014, 12:08:00 PM: Quote
Originally posted by Shinken:

quote:
Originally posted by awbowman:

(http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/hh601/ftrahan/2013-08-07075444.jpg) (http://s1254.photobucket.com/user/ftrahan/media/2013-08-07075444.jpg.html)

WOW - ZERS !!!

Those are most-excellent work by Snag!

:bigsmyl:
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Post by: Florida lime on April 25, 2014, 05:05:00 PM: Quote
6 of them will go to the high bidder for St. Jude's auction. Can't bear to part with all of them. :bigsmyl:
:thumbsup: Very generous of you !
What are the specs ?? ;)
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Post by: rwbowman on April 27, 2014, 10:29:00 AM: Well I was shooting some pretty nice group therapy last night at the indoor range and blew the nock off of one of my new arrows. These arrows are as good as I could have asked for. I just need to quit shooting groups!
(http://www.myfishingpictures.com/data/500/medium/20140426_162957.jpg)

(http://www.myfishingpictures.com/data/500/medium/20140424_202153.jpg)
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Post by: Homebru on April 27, 2014, 12:57:00 PM: I purposely do NOT shoot groups because I don't want to break an arrow / nock. The idea that I could ruin an arrow can make a guy panic.

Nice group.
homebru
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Post by: snag on April 27, 2014, 04:48:00 PM: I know it is so tempting to shoot groups...but not always the best idea! :nono:
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Post by: Ray Lyon on April 28, 2014, 12:33:00 PM: My best and tightest groups come from one arrow rounds. :smileystooges:

Here's some shafting Snag tapered/whipped up for me a few years ago that I turned into arrows (just not as pretty as Snag's work). Unfortunately they group just like yours. :eek:

(http:// [url=http://s1246.photobucket.com/user/shrewshooter/media/Untitled-2.jpg.html] [img]http://i1246.photobucket.com/albums/gg617/shrewshooter/Untitled-2.jpg)[/url] [/IMG]
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Post by: rwbowman on April 28, 2014, 03:49:00 PM: Haha Ray! I can definitely relate to the one arrow rounds!
As much as I want to stop shooting groups, Snag is right. It is soooo tempting. Especially when I'm shooting indoors with friends. Might just have to start shooting the smaller five spot targets- aim small....
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Post by: Friend on April 28, 2014, 04:02:00 PM: A highly valued TG family member.
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Post by: LYONEL on April 29, 2014, 07:32:00 AM: A couple of sets that went down under.
(http://i1216.photobucket.com/albums/dd377/0419falcon/Snapbucket/074C73CC.jpg)
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Post by: rwbowman on April 29, 2014, 09:54:00 AM: Very nice Lyonel! Thanks for sharing!
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Post by: rwbowman on May 05, 2014, 10:32:00 PM: Got my second batch in Saturday! Snag left the hens off so I could put a personal touch on them with some of the wild feathers I harvested from the Jake I shot a couple of weeks ago. Thanks David!
(http://www.myfishingpictures.com/data/500/medium/20140505_211650.jpg)
I also received my broadhead order from 3Rivers today. Somebody's ready to try to take his first turkey with a wooden arrow.
(http://www.myfishingpictures.com/data/500/medium/20140505_211615.jpg)
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Post by: snag on May 05, 2014, 10:52:00 PM: Way to add your own touch Rory. I hope you can coax a big old gobbler in and put one of these to work!

I just finished these today and they are heading to Missouri.
(http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u31/snag23/IMG_1108_zps11d61c53.jpg)
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Post by: rwbowman on May 05, 2014, 11:53:00 PM: Thanks David! Truly a privilege to have an opportunity to fletch over the work of a professional.

Man those look classy! The ebony stain, gold crest and trad barred and white fletching makes them look really classic. Great work!
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Post by: snag on May 06, 2014, 11:45:00 AM: He is a very good tournament archer and wanted 3-4" fletching. I love the ebony stain on douglas fir also. Then the contrast with the white and the gold highlights just sets it off. He has a special edition bow that sounds like these will compliment very nicely.
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Post by: NBK on May 19, 2014, 04:13:00 PM: Received my first set from Snag this past Friday. These are my first "real" wood arrows, having shot aluminum then carbon. It's cliché, but true in that they're pretty enough to make you consciously careful with them!
Grabbed three with field points installed and went out back to my brand spanking new straw bale target that I'd made. First group I noticed two things... 1) my nocks were tight on the string sending my arrows a bit to the left, and 2) straw bales don't stop arrows very well as they buried to the feathers. Live and learn.
I quick swapped out strings for one with smaller serving, nocks fit nice and passive and the arrows flew GREAT. Backed out to 30 yards and the arrows dropped right in. (Dinged one against the other and cringed.)
Thank you David for a great service.
Here's a few pics. Sorry about the poor quality of the photos but you get the idea.
Douglas Fir: 29" BOP tapered; Trad #12 cresting; 160 gr. points; 595 gr. overall arrow weight.

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Post by: rwbowman on May 19, 2014, 04:25:00 PM: Very nice Mike! Good shooting too!
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Post by: NBK on May 19, 2014, 04:45:00 PM: Thanks Rory, that wasn't the 30 yard group though ;)
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Post by: snag on May 19, 2014, 05:07:00 PM: Mike that's just a little arrow kiss! haha Be careful not to shoot this arrow if it seems cracked. Can't tell in the picture...but it seems there is a slight crack...?
Nice shooting!
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Post by: NBK on May 19, 2014, 05:58:00 PM: Nah, it's O.K. more of a dent than a crack. As long as I've got you here David, any special treatment for these arrows, or tips, i.e. I've heard of some people rubbing the point end with soap to prevent target burn? If I have a dent like this, should I seal it with something? Etc.
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Post by: snag on May 19, 2014, 11:14:00 PM: The bar soap on the shafts works pretty good. Take a paper towel and buff them up afterwards. I'd put some super glue on the dent. Just make sure you lay it down so that the glue stays in the dent.
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Post by: NBK on June 26, 2014, 03:51:00 PM: If anyone's hesitant to try some wood arrows because they aren't sure of spine or "how they'll fly", just tell Snag your setup and then believe what he recommends.
I did some paper tuning yesterday just because I hadn't done it before and wanted to see how my arrows "tuned".
Here's three shots from 3,6, and 9 feet with no adjustments to brace, nock, etc. Snag was spot on with his spine recommendation.

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Post by: Frank V on June 26, 2014, 05:03:00 PM: Pretty arrows.