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Title: Floyd Oakes Longbow question
Post by: H.P. on November 20, 2015, 11:29:00 AM
I have an opportunity to purchase/trade bows with a fella that has a Floyd Oakes long bow.   I'm not familiar with the maker other than I know he wrote for outdoor magazines for many years.  Does anyone on the forum have any experience with his custom bows?  She's a beaut and wouldn't want to pass up an opportunity to pick up a custom long bow.  So does anyone on the forum have any information on this custom bow maker?

Thanks,

Harris
Title: Re: Floyd Oakes Longbow question
Post by: Wile E. Coyote on November 21, 2015, 10:24:00 AM
He is from Louisiana. To my understanding Floyd made bows for friends and perhaps a few request but never advertised or sought out "customers". In that respect I'd venture to say he wasnt in business as a bowyer, but knowing what I know about him I'd suspect his bows are quality.