man I am getting the itch for long bow. I have a feeling one is in my future. I want 50# @ 28. I really can't spend a bunch though. 400$ max. and that is pushing it. don't know what I can get for that price. I'm open for used and new. any thoughts?
I just bought a used Martin Savannah Stealth for $300. I should have bought a reflex deflex longbow years ago.
Spend a little and hit the classifieds, try what turns you on.
You can get a darn nice used bow for $400!
Bisch
Bear Montana
definitely not $400, but i LOVE my Big Jim's Buffalo.
you might be able to find one used somewhere...good luck on your search!
Not sure what poundage or what hand you shoot but I have a longbow for $400 in the classifieds that's never been shot.
There are some bows available at that price new with no frills wood.....but are still good quality bows. ....check the sponsors for new and used.....migh take a bit of looking but they are there.
May not be the exact poundage, but you may find something at RMS Gear.
http://shop.rmsgear.com/bows-longbows
New... Options are limited
Used.... Almost limitless
tell us more about what your looking for, the term longbow covers a LARGE area of types and styles.
What is drawing you ?? Mild d/r, aggressive hybrid? American semi-longbow?
But to narrow it down, look at mad dog bows. His prairie predator is a phenomenal bow
Brian hit the nail on the head. Mad dog Prairie Predator is a sweet little shooter. I love mine.
Now I will add that I am in the same boat as you as well. I am also looking for a new R/D longbow after having my Mad Dog for awhile now.
...I'll see you in the classifieds.
As Bisch said, you can buy a great used bow for $400. A fellow tradgangers sold me a beautiful Howard Hill cheetah takedown with an ostrich grip for $400. Be patient and you'll find a great deal in the classifieds. Good luck.
I am not really sure what I prefer as I have never shot a long bow. I will say I want a one piece. around the 50# @ 28 mark. I draw to 27". RH. R/D I did see those prairie predators, they are sweet looking. I have some time to search because I am not in a position at the moment to buy one so I will keep researching. PS, I also like that Lil Creep...
You can shoot my Creep any time you want...but I ain't selling' it :nono:
I know you got something there I can buy :)
What length you looking for? Mike McCready has one called the Prairie Predator for like $225, but it's a mid sized bow. Only goes up to I think 60" or 62" and has a smaller riser. It's really aimed at women and older youth, but a lot of guys on here have them and love them. I wouldn't mind having one around 58" myself. His full size, I think it's called the Mountaineer, is just a little over $400, maybe $425-$450. Check him out: Mad Dog Archery.
I keep hearing a bunch about that bow...Im only 5'6 150# myself so a shorter bow is fine
Wait....so I can get a brand new Prairie Predator custom made to length and # and shipped for under 300$ ??? I can't buy a factory Bear Montana from Bass Pro or 3 rivers for that! what is the deal with these bows? Why such a good price on what seems to be a quality bow?
I don't know of any tradgang sponsor who doesn't make quality bows. Also look up a omega imperial. It is under $400 and is a great bow, just ask Dalton Lewis(husky archer, i think)
well I tell ya, it is pretty awesome to be able to get a nice bow for a decent price especially a custom for under 300
Getting ready to post a Hitman double carbon r/d. More of a recurve type grip. It'd be 58# at your draw though. $250
thanks, but that is going to be way too much weight for me.
Mike Mecredy at Maddog Archery will build you a custom bow at your specs for under 300. I paid 274 for my 60" prairie predator. It got to my doorstep for under 300 ! Great little shooter. I prefer a longer bow though. If it was available in a 62" model, I'd order another one
Be careful, when I started my search I had one. Now I have eight.
On the Mad Dogs, the base price is for a fairly plain, but still nice bow, but you could upgrade to a nicer bow and still keep it affordable. My understanding of the reason for the price differences between different brands is the finish work. A high end bow may be hand sanded to 100 grit or higher before the finish is applied. Makes for an absolutely beautiful, but somewhat unnecessary finish. The ones like Mad Dog are usually sanded to maybe 220 grit or so. Still makes a great looking bow, but not as shiney as the high end ones. Because of the time involved in the high end finishes, you pay a lot for a relatively small difference that has no impact on performance. I have another brand bow that is finished along the same lines. Not super shiney, but still pretty fancy as far as wood choices go and good looking. It's a full size and around $450-$500, so about the same price range as the Mad Dog Mountaineer.
I believe Mike recently started offering the Prairie Predator in a 62" length.
Check out omega n owe. I think you can pick up a new one with your budget.
Jeff
Rich emery from stikbows will build your a sweet shooting custom for just under that shipped to your door. Amazing rd longbows and his turn around time is quick. Pm me if you want his info. His fb page is called stikbows spelled just like that
I will look at it thank you sir !
Like Brad said, I will always view the classifieds when bow shopping you can easily get your contribution funds back on a smart purchase and so much is available.
QuoteOriginally posted by curlis:
Be careful, when I started my search I had one. Now I have eight.
I believe he started with a recurve last year, the disease is beginning to emrge. Enjoy the affliction.
Coming from a recurve a r/d would be a good first transition then later an asl.
yep a recurve..then another...now wanting a longbow....affliction acquired!
VA Elite : I have a 56in Kanati longbow that was bought new late summer of this year and shot very little do to a hand injury . The price would be under your max . If this interests you . Hope this is not out of line . Thanks
I will pm