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Title: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Scott E on July 02, 2014, 09:55:00 PM
All you Big River cult members I have some questions.

Are the 21st century clones cut to center? Can they be?

Is there a standard grip or different options?

What lengths is it available in?

Also post pictures!!!
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Wudstix on July 06, 2014, 07:00:00 PM
I have one and believe it is cut to center, it is an R/D style bow.  I know for sure 60 and 62".  Mine started at 62 but was cut downto 60 to get the poundage I wanted.  Handle is a fairly straight one with a slight locator grip.  Don't know if John will make a custom grip.  Ask.

There are several post with pics just search.
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Caboo on July 06, 2014, 07:07:00 PM
I'll pm you John's phone number and you can ask him.
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Caboo on July 06, 2014, 07:08:00 PM
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Pete McMiller on July 06, 2014, 10:49:00 PM
Scott,  No, they're not cut to center, at least mine have not been.  As close as I can measure about +1/8th.  John will make any grip you want - it's a custom bow after all.  Both of mine have a straight grip.  As far as length - his modified Century 21 design is ideally 66" but he makes them in many sizes.  Just call and talk to him.
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Scott E on July 07, 2014, 12:00:00 AM
Thanks all. I placed an order for a black phenolic riser and bamboo with black glass limbs. Named dark horse.

Now the waiting begins...
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: tracker12 on July 07, 2014, 08:51:00 AM
You won't be disappointed.  I picked one up used at 43# a while back and it is my favorite bow to shoot.  I am currently looking for another at around 50#.
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Wudstix on July 07, 2014, 05:00:00 PM
I have a 60" model 65#@27 with a fairly straight handle that I call, "Hallelujah" she was born about Easter time and shots like a miracle.

 :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Big River 21st century bows
Post by: Cyclic-Rivers on July 07, 2014, 06:33:00 PM
Hey Scott, mine are not cut to center.  I prefer a  locator grip on mine.  

A big River won the Traditional class at the local 3D shoot last weekend.  

I agree with Pete, Talk with John and see what he recommends or can do.  He is an incredible craftsman and Bowyer.

Then show us Cult people your bow!!!   :bigsmyl: