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Title: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Steve Jr on June 26, 2015, 03:16:00 PM
I am thinking about buying one and am curious as to what yall that own them think of them. Big Jim had a used one at Compton so I picked it up and it felt great in my hand but was way too much weight for me, I would really like to see some pictures if you have any.

Thanks in advance,

Steve
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Bowwild on June 26, 2015, 10:07:00 PM
It was my first recurve in 2001 when I started contemplating a return to my roots. I love the grip on these bows!  I have a 1-piece Maverick now.  Smooth, quality workmanship, and like I mentioned, very comfortable grip.

The only thing I didn't like about the HS, and this is  PURELY a cosmetic preference, are the limb bolt insert ends that show on the face of the riser, top and bottom.
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Steve Jr on June 26, 2015, 10:12:00 PM
I'm not a big fan of the exposed limb bolt inserts either but I think I could get past it. Are they a good performer? Quiet, fast pointability? Thanks for responding Roy.
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: GoBow on June 26, 2015, 10:41:00 PM
Bought a used High Sierra on this website 10 years ago.  60 inch, 53@28"; Zebra/Cocobolo riser with red elm limbs and antler tips.  A very pretty bow with excellent craftsmanship.  Very happy with it.  At first, I was on the fence over the exposed limb bolt inserts.  Then I realized that it's probably a stronger design than the hidden inserts on other bows. The brass inserts have aged and taken on a nice patina, kinda compliments the wood now.  It's quick enough, and quiet. If anything ever happened to it, I'd buy another one just like it.  :)  

I think you'd be happy with one...
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Steve Jr on June 26, 2015, 10:58:00 PM
Thanks Bill, I really like the riser, the way the sight window is cut out and the handle fit great on the one Jim had. I would have bought it if it wouldn't have been #74@28!! These days that's about #20 more than I care to shoot.
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Burnsie on June 27, 2015, 08:12:00 PM
Love mine, it was my first custom built for me. Originally had it made with 55# limbs and later got a set of 46#. It is the quietest shooting recurve I have ever shot - just a dull thud.
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: nineworlds9 on June 27, 2015, 09:43:00 PM
Anything built by Ron King is a winner.  Top shelf quality and he builds em to shoot.
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Steve Jr on June 27, 2015, 10:22:00 PM
I ordered a breed back in 96 I think. It was a outstanding bow and I killed a lot of critters with it. I started shooting longbows a couple of years later and have been with them ever since. I sold that breed a few years ago, but after picking up that fox at Crompton I'm going to have to have one.

Thanks for the responses fellas

Steve
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: damascusdave on June 27, 2015, 11:39:00 PM
I have a Maverick and if it was my only bow I would be a very happy bowhunter...quick, quiet, and I shoot it very well

DDave
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: luvnlongbow on June 28, 2015, 01:37:00 PM
Love mine. Great bow!
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Slimpikins on June 28, 2015, 07:31:00 PM
I would not trade mine for a million bucks. Ron is a great bowyer and an even better person!

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Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: Steve Jr on June 28, 2015, 09:23:00 PM
Great pictures Slim some of my favorite things, jeep, big bucks, beagles and bows. Thanks for sharing    :thumbsup:  

Steve
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: BRONZ on November 30, 2015, 11:17:00 PM
The High Sierra has been my go to bow for years and it's taken a lot of critters! The draw cycle is it's most impressive feature. Right before i hit anchor, it let's off and just tucks in while i draw a bead on something's chest. I've owned some nice bows and there's nothing like my Fox.

https://goo.gl/photos/3sepwA5Bya2NiViX7
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: BRONZ on November 30, 2015, 11:17:00 PM
The High Sierra has been my go to bow for years and it's taken a lot of critters! The draw cycle is it's most impressive feature. Right before i hit anchor, it let's off and just tucks in while i draw a bead on something's chest. I've owned some nice bows and there's nothing like my Fox.

https://goo.gl/photos/3sepwA5Bya2NiViX7
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: PastorSteveHill on December 01, 2015, 08:18:00 AM
Fox Recurves are my favorite recurves made!  IF I was gonna shoot a curve, that would be the one!
Title: Re: Fox High Sierra? Anybody?
Post by: luvnlongbow on December 01, 2015, 01:05:00 PM
I got a High Sierra in '98, I believe, and will never give it up. Although I have been shooting a longbow for several years now, I still get the High Sierra out and play with it quite frequently. I just simply love the thing!