Ran across this pic yesterday while surfing. It may have been posted before, but felt it needed to be brought up again.
A total masterpiece!! :thumbsup:
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Yep, there was another thread last week. Like I said over there, I don't think I could own that bow because I would have a heart attack every time it touched anything!
Those arrows are REALLY sharp too!
Bisch
Tastes vary widely and I agree with the old saying "beauty is in the eye of the beholder". Personally, I find that custom bows and arrows like bamboo fly rods, knives etc... are a small canvas for the artist to work on and get crowded pretty quickly.
I'm digging the arrows myself
QuoteOriginally posted by DaveT1963:
I'm digging the arrows myself
Me too. I think the bow is too "busy" for my taste, but those arrows are COOL!
Heck, I like it all!!!
The feathers are peacock, I think. Pretty soft. Certainly not worth $100 each. The riser is too much. Simpler would have been better. But certainly is something for sure!
STUNNING!
That looks incredible!
I think that's an insanely cool bow.
Would love to have one, but wouldn't/couldn't justify the expense at this stage of my life, nor would I judge the lucky few who can.
That's why we all have individual tastes. It keeps lots of craftsmen busy satisfying those tastes.
I normally like things clean and simple, but I have an over/under combination gun made in Ferlach Austria. Many would find it too "gaudy" with elaborate engraving, gracefully curved hammers and a carved, typically German stock of beautifully streaked walnut. It almost looks out of place in my gun safe, but everything fits well together as a package.
I agree with Bisch - I'd have a tough time shooting it and I really don't want to own something I can't shoot.
Doesn't mean I don't find it pretty, though :)
Absolutely beautiful bow.
It is cool. And I like fancy but I couldn't justify the cost to have it just as a showpiece. I agree with Keith, im more suprised with tge cost of a $100 arrow than the cost of the bow.
I'd hunt with that... No such thing as too pretty, only too shiny! Craftsmen generally want their work to be used, not just admired. The dents and dings of a well loved piece just make it that much more special.
I'm with you,Dwarf ! Won't Have it if I can't use it !! :archer2:
"A total masterpiece!! "
Undeniably so!
QuoteOriginally posted by Keith Zimmerman:
The feathers are peacock, I think. Pretty soft. Certainly not worth $100 each.
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Argus pheasant. One of those things fly tyers used in the 1920's to make life hell for us now.
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You guys are right, that is one heck of a master piece bow. Matter of fact I just saw that same exact bow or one just like it at the PBS Banquet in Cincinnatti this past week. Norm Johnson of Blacktail had a booth set up there.
Tony
I can appreciate fine carvings. It's no different than a finely engrave Parker side x side. It's a work of art. If I was born rich instead of good looking, I'd have it on display in my Man Cave!!
I saw that bow in Cincinnati to. Probably the most beautiful bow I have ever seen.
I have to admit, I find those feathers to be ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. Snag, you got any of those?
I don't know how functional they are but I love the looks.
homebru
I love that bow and if I had the money for a bow like that I'm just goofy enough I would probably hunt with it
Definitely a Fantasy Bow to me, pretty, but still a fantasy.
That is one great looking bow. Norm has outdone himself!
If I could afford one like it I sure would own one. Just out of my price range. I'd have to sell a truck load of veneers to be able.
I've got an older Blacktail Elite, I'm betting this one shoots as beautifully as it looks! :archer2:
Those feathers are beautiful as well !
the craftmanship in the bow is obvious. This must be the most expensive bow on the market though. The Legacy series is $4500 plus!
I like women w/ a lot less makeup but Norm did all the work himself? Then I can appreciate it so much more.
Very fascinating and well crafted bow! Truly functional art. Unfortunately where my taste is concerned it resembles a fine shotgun far too much I shoot bows to get me away from firearms LoL.
The arrow fletching is quite a sight. Very neat!
A great example of what artists and craftsman can do when they can just go with it!
I saw both the bow and arrows at the PBS banquent. Very nice. May be Collectors itemss, but draws attention to the craftmanship of Norm. Mike
What beautiful craftsmanship. Wouldn't expect anything less from Norm.
Very awesome!! The color scheme is beautiful. Love the footed nocks. Should be in an archery hall of fame.
I would love to own one! That's it I'm playing the lottery .
QuoteOriginally posted by Troy D. Breeding:
Heck, I like it all!!!
Likewise Troy ... mayeb it's from too much time spent looking at custom engraved deer rifles ...
All I can think about is who can I send my bow to for that kinda work!!!
Only thing missing on that riser would be a coo-coo popping out on the hour!
Looks like some of those German carved ornate coo-coo (?) clocks
Guess I'm in that camp of "Art follows function" types...
That bow is crying let me kill something and the arrows want blood on them. Peacock wing feathers are good for fletching. Really cool set up. If I had it I would hunt with it.
I'd buy that bow in a second and make it my bow fishing rig! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
Awe inspiring!
WOW - actually makes those Bighorn annual limited edition bows back in the 80's/90's seem simple. Very cool.
Seen these in person in Cincinnati a few days ago at the PBS banquet.Pictures dont due them justice.Was setup about 10 feet from Norm.Took lots of looks at them.
Easy Bobby:) I love my Bighorn Special Editions. Fancy without all the engraving and carving. And they still have a gold ram in them.