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Title: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Ric O'Shay on December 04, 2014, 01:43:00 PM
Most everyone in their life experiences the need to drop down in draw weight with their bows. I'm no exception. I've sold a few of my heavier bows to folks that I know will enjoy them as much as I did.

That said, James Berry has (I think) done well to sooth this old man's ego. My new 46# Vixen arrived yesterday and let me tell you, performance wise, it will not and does not take a back seat to any 55# I've ever had. Looks pretty sharp besides.

Brown glass on the back, clear glass over sister yew laminations on the belly, bamboo core with an exposed rosewood riser. Eye candy follows:

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Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Jwilliam on December 04, 2014, 02:50:00 PM
Sharp looking bow !!! Congrats


Bill
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Orion on December 04, 2014, 02:51:00 PM
Very nice.   :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: KyStickbow on December 04, 2014, 03:18:00 PM
That's a beauty!!
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: ron w on December 04, 2014, 03:24:00 PM
Now I know what combo my Morningstar is going to have when my name comes up on JD's list. I was thinking brown glass and yew, this confirms it! Very nice!!
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: lone hunter on December 04, 2014, 03:24:00 PM
Dang, Danny, that's a beautiful looking bow. I'am sure you'll put it to good use.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: DaveT1963 on December 04, 2014, 03:50:00 PM
Congrats - that's one good looking vixen
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Hud on December 04, 2014, 04:31:00 PM
Very nice shooting bows, tried one a couple weeks ago belonging to JD.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: soy on December 04, 2014, 05:12:00 PM
Sweet looking rig!!!
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Stone Knife on December 04, 2014, 05:23:00 PM
That's a nice one Ric   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Mudd on December 04, 2014, 05:55:00 PM
Absolutely beautiful Danny!

Why am I not surprised....lol

Ole "One-Eye" is making them better than ever.

God bless,Mudd
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: ISP 5353 on December 04, 2014, 06:10:00 PM
Beautiful bow!!!!
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Brianlocal3 on December 04, 2014, 06:51:00 PM
Danny,
Your not lying, James absolutely nailed this bow. It is so sleek, dark, and classy.
Man I'm jealous! I should have a new vixen arriving shortly and now I'm even more stoked
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: DennyK on December 04, 2014, 06:59:00 PM
That's a Beauty!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: soap creek on December 04, 2014, 07:43:00 PM
That's a "good looken" bow there Danny. Yew is one of my favorites. Nothing wrong with lighter lbs, just means you can shoot longer with out getting tired.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Cavscout9753 on December 04, 2014, 08:02:00 PM
Thats gorgeous! And 46# sure isn't backing down too much. I really like that wood combo as well. I can't wait to see your results from shooting it!
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: on December 04, 2014, 08:56:00 PM
Nice one, Danny!

It's always nice to get a new stick!

Bisch
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Steve Clandinin on December 04, 2014, 09:21:00 PM
My god that's a nice looking bow,old school all the way.I had a chance to shoot some lighter bows this summer and like you I'm totally convinced these lighter bows are the way to go,especially for these aging bones LOL.james sure hits the nail on the head with his bows.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: BIG GAME on December 04, 2014, 09:36:00 PM
Beautiful wood and glass combination.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: Bladepeek on December 05, 2014, 08:49:00 AM
Welcome to the club. It sure beats shooting less.

And what a beautiful bow. My Morningstar (same weight) is absolutely the quietest bow I have ever shot, and most of mine are pretty darned quiet.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: fmscan on December 05, 2014, 08:19:00 PM
I wanted to reach through the screen and run my hands over that wonderful piece of art...Congratulations...
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: hawaiiarcher on December 05, 2014, 09:41:00 PM
That's a very fine looking Vixen. Congratulations.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: jwhitetail on December 05, 2014, 11:08:00 PM
That is one gorgeous bow.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: akbowbender on December 05, 2014, 11:19:00 PM
Great looking bow! Never shot a Vixen, but i imagine it is a bit like a Morning Star on the draw? My MS is 66" 48@28.
Title: Re: My new "Old Man's" Vixen
Post by: frank bullitt on December 06, 2014, 10:54:00 AM
:thumbsup:  

Good shootin to ya, Ric!