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Title: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Jason Kendall on December 12, 2015, 08:52:00 PM
I finally had a chance to glue up a green one, I think it turned out great and I love the color.
I almost sanded a couple pounds off and kept it for myself!  

      (http://i968.photobucket.com/albums/ae169/jkbows/greenglass_zps2bn6izj6.jpg) (http://s968.photobucket.com/user/jkbows/media/greenglass_zps2bn6izj6.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: PaulDeadringer29 on December 12, 2015, 08:57:00 PM
That is sweet....and tempting.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: dhermon85 on December 12, 2015, 09:56:00 PM
Like that a lot!
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Post by: KyStickbow on December 12, 2015, 10:00:00 PM
Looks great!
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Post by: dhermon85 on December 12, 2015, 10:01:00 PM
Like that a lot!
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Post by: Pops on December 12, 2015, 10:11:00 PM
Sharp I like it
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: SuperK on December 12, 2015, 10:22:00 PM
THAT is a good looking bow!  I'm glad it ain't 45-47 pounds @ 28 or it might be in the mail!  How about some more pictures?
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: BowArkie on December 12, 2015, 10:28:00 PM
Mean looking indeed!! Love it!!!
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Post by: BDann on December 12, 2015, 10:35:00 PM
I've got a thing for green bows, love the way it looks!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on December 12, 2015, 10:52:00 PM
Jason!!!! You are wrong on so many levels! I have a custom one comming, end of January, green glass with bear style white and green overlays and you post this!

You are on santas bad list!

But that is a great looking bow, and now I know what mine will look like, kinda
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: on December 12, 2015, 10:52:00 PM
Great looking bow!

Bisch
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on December 12, 2015, 10:53:00 PM
Oh and mine will be named Super K
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: BUCKY on December 13, 2015, 07:44:00 AM
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: T-Bowhunter on December 13, 2015, 07:44:00 AM
Great looking Bow!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Ulysseys on December 13, 2015, 10:10:00 AM
Geez...that's awesome bet it shoots as good too
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Post by: Izzy on December 13, 2015, 10:41:00 AM
Very nice.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Steve Jr on December 13, 2015, 11:02:00 AM
Very cool looking bow.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: kat on December 13, 2015, 11:28:00 AM
I like that color. A real looker.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Warden609 on December 13, 2015, 12:39:00 PM
:thumbsup:    :thumbsup:    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: katman on December 13, 2015, 01:52:00 PM
Wow, looks real nice, make it in a take-down and I will be very tempted.
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Post by: kleine on December 13, 2015, 03:04:00 PM
Well I just got back from Forest City and I had to bring the mean green bow back with me.
I got to meet Jason for the first and shoot one of bows for the first time.
It has been a very good rainy day!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: BUCKY on December 13, 2015, 03:34:00 PM
Glad I don't live within driving distance I already own two.    :D
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: FAV 52 on December 13, 2015, 04:22:00 PM
Dang Kleine if I would have known you where looking ; I have a new this late summer Kanati 56in 52lb at 28in draw brown glass that I am going to post for sale ; never hunted with it ; just a little to stout for my old self . Could have saved ya a ton of miles only bout 11 miles apart LOL . Congratulation on the new bow they are tops in my mind and Jason is a great man .
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Possum Head on December 13, 2015, 04:52:00 PM
I'm mostly a clear glass guy but I must say you built a real looker.    :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: rocketman on December 13, 2015, 04:55:00 PM
Jason, that's really cool.  Any other pictures of the riser?

Thanks
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: kleine on December 13, 2015, 04:56:00 PM
Wished I known Fav 52, I'm sure it won't hard to find it home.
Should of listened to 30 Coupe years ago they are dang nice bows!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Jason Kendall on December 13, 2015, 05:21:00 PM
Thanks for the kind words everyone and thanks for stopping by kleine, good meeting you and thanks for taking it of my hands. My wife really didn't want me keeping it but I sure liked it!

Frank, hurry up and sell that one and get yourself a new green turkey slayer!

Rocketman, that is the only picture of it I have.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: kleine on December 13, 2015, 05:23:00 PM
Thank you Jason for nice bow I'm happy with it
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Jwilliam on December 13, 2015, 06:52:00 PM
Very nice looking bow Jason !!!


Bill
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: highlow on December 13, 2015, 06:58:00 PM
If someone had told me a green bow would look great, I'd have laughed them off. But after seeing this one, I have definitely changed my mind. Very nice.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Hatrick on December 13, 2015, 07:32:00 PM
I'm really starting to like the vintage look of green glass. Jason, that bow looks super and as usual, excellent workmanship.

I just ordered some green glass and may use it in my next build. Can't wait to give it a try. I have a nice piece of wenge to make the riser with.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: FAV 52 on December 13, 2015, 07:56:00 PM
Yes Jason I need to get on it ; waiting on my computer smart granddaughter to help me . Turkey season isn't that far away ; put the bullheads back to work !
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: abbatoys on December 13, 2015, 08:01:00 PM
That is a nice looking bow. I just picked up a used Kanati and I am liking it a lot, but may need to drop a bit in weight..52 lb is starting to wreak havoc on my shoulder.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Stump73 on December 14, 2015, 08:38:00 PM
I've not been a green bow fan until now. That absolutely beautiful!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Greg Owen on January 13, 2016, 02:04:00 AM
Sorry to bring up an older thread but I love the green.  Now I am trying to decide on my next bow and this bow shows itself.  Decisions, decisions
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Crooked Stic on January 13, 2016, 05:52:00 AM
What is in the riser on that one?
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: kleine on January 13, 2016, 06:26:00 AM
The riser is a green laminate, and Greg if you don't  
have one Jason's bows you need one.
This bow is awesome and fast.
Counting the days to draw blood with it this spring, first pigs then turkeys.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: doubleo on January 13, 2016, 06:59:00 AM
The mean green machine! Sweet bow!   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Bernie B. on January 13, 2016, 02:32:00 PM
Nice!  I really like that!     :thumbsup:  

Bernie
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: limbolt on January 13, 2016, 03:08:00 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/LdWSyXN.jpg)Looks great in L/H too.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: ishoot4thrills on January 14, 2016, 04:32:00 PM
Love it!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Ghostbow on January 14, 2016, 04:52:00 PM
What a beautiful creation. Very nice!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: wingnut on January 14, 2016, 05:40:00 PM
Jason,

That's nice.  A throwback to the bows of yesteryear.

Mike
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 14, 2016, 05:56:00 PM
I am still waiting on mine, she is due at the end of the month. Please refrain from bringing this to the top until further notice, it makes the wait un-bearable!!!
Lol
But seriously that is a sweet looking bow!! Congrats
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Jason Kendall on January 15, 2016, 04:39:00 PM
I was just shaping the handle a little on yours Brian, it's looking good!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 15, 2016, 04:54:00 PM
I am excited to send some arrows down range in her. Too many good things said about your bows Jason to not be overly excited!
You can always send a sneak peak to my email
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Greg Owen on January 16, 2016, 07:44:00 PM
Oh, I have a kanati bow already, just not a mean green machine like this one.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 16, 2016, 07:47:00 PM
Jason just sent me a sneak peek...
Oh my it's going to be wonderful
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: bentpole on January 17, 2016, 08:11:00 AM
BUCKY, You see this!!??   :eek:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Greg Owen on January 20, 2016, 10:14:00 PM
I wonder what other colors you could make a bow in?  I love the green. Wonder what a blood red bow would look like?
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 21, 2016, 08:55:00 AM
I have seen an all red glass bow , and they are sweet
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: GreyGoose on January 21, 2016, 12:10:00 PM
I told my wife I only need one more guitar, and no more bows.  I may have to re-think the latter statement.  That is a beauty.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 21, 2016, 08:36:00 PM
Jason just sent me pics of my finished "super k" as soon as I can get them to upload I'll post some teaser pics then s full thread once I get it
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 21, 2016, 08:38:00 PM
 (http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q618/brianlocal3/Kanati/FF426D5C-5463-4327-9522-63E96D1EAFF4_zpsdfgni5bd.jpg) (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/brianlocal3/media/Kanati/FF426D5C-5463-4327-9522-63E96D1EAFF4_zpsdfgni5bd.jpg.html)

Only one to upload so far
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: PaulDeadringer29 on January 21, 2016, 08:55:00 PM
^^^ that is awesome and an excellent choice of material. Can't wait to see it finished up.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: shedhunta on January 21, 2016, 09:39:00 PM
Ask Jason about the guy who wanted that identical bow about 2 years ago.  It was me but I could not get green then.  That looks fantastic!!!!   You will love it.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Greg Owen on January 21, 2016, 11:42:00 PM
Another beauty. My bow ordering mechanisms are getting itchy
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 22, 2016, 08:02:00 AM
 (http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q618/brianlocal3/Kanati/3B15A71B-8D71-4DA0-B900-0E3BCD70ED1B_zpsebiyfk8y.jpg) (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/brianlocal3/media/Kanati/3B15A71B-8D71-4DA0-B900-0E3BCD70ED1B_zpsebiyfk8y.jpg.html)

 (http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q618/brianlocal3/Kanati/44A9CD8F-B6F6-4718-AF50-E05DA1054154_zpspriqwfme.jpg) (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/brianlocal3/media/Kanati/44A9CD8F-B6F6-4718-AF50-E05DA1054154_zpspriqwfme.jpg.html)
 (http://i1166.photobucket.com/albums/q618/brianlocal3/Kanati/79DAA3C4-2D3F-4709-B49A-4263E25B84B0_zpsmgwvhwca.jpg) (http://s1166.photobucket.com/user/brianlocal3/media/Kanati/79DAA3C4-2D3F-4709-B49A-4263E25B84B0_zpsmgwvhwca.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Biathlonman on January 22, 2016, 09:44:00 AM
That's the best looking Kanata I think I've ever seen and I'm not usually a fan of colored glass.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: shedhunta on January 22, 2016, 10:16:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Biathlonman:
That's the best looking Kanata I think I've ever seen and I'm not usually a fan of colored glass.
I have to agree.  I bet you will not see this one in the classifieds.  Tips look great.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 22, 2016, 05:25:00 PM
I am beyond excited to get my hands on her, and I think she is gonna have a forever home
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Post by: Possum Head on January 23, 2016, 07:39:00 AM
Always liked Kanatis but have never been a fan of laminated risers. That bow is a piece of work and all wood riser is a game changer. Great build and congrats. Striking resemblance to Bear's anniversary edition.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 23, 2016, 09:19:00 AM
Well my exact words to Jason were, " build me a grayling green super k" just make it a 56" hybrid
And he nailed it
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: TxSportsman on January 23, 2016, 09:30:00 AM
Man... I absolutely love that bow. Gives me some ideas!
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: BUCKY on January 23, 2016, 09:41:00 AM
I own two of his bows and although I've never been a green fan this bow is beautiful!
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Post by: ghall80 on January 23, 2016, 10:10:00 AM
THATS SHARP!!!
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Post by: WESTBROOK on January 23, 2016, 02:34:00 PM
Man, that is very nice Brian    :thumbsup:

And it does look like the Super K with the riser points taken off.

Enjoy !
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Steve Jr on January 23, 2016, 02:39:00 PM
That is so cool looking.
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Post by: pete p on January 23, 2016, 03:27:00 PM
Brian, sweet bow, youll love it! i had a kanati, i'll have another one some day
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 23, 2016, 04:59:00 PM
Thanks everyone!! I don't tend to get to terrible excited and anxious to get my hands on a bow but this one has me staring out the window like puppy waiting on someone.
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Covey on January 24, 2016, 12:28:00 AM
Oh my goodness, how did I miss this??
Awesome!
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Post by: Steve Clandinin on January 24, 2016, 02:26:00 AM
Ok Brian,That bow is fantastic,The best Kanati I've seen,absolute Old school charm.Does this mean there is now no room on your bow rack for your OLD bushhawk ,HINT LOL  :pray:    :pray:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Jwilliam on January 24, 2016, 08:13:00 AM
That is very cool Brian !!! Always loved the looks of a Grayling Green.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Brianlocal3 on January 24, 2016, 12:06:00 PM
Wel Steve. Your almost right. I did run out of room on the rack, but then it dawned on me, one of those bows is my ILF Titan , so I just took it down and broke it down into its case WHEW!!! no need to move any. Sorry bud, maybe next time lol
Title: Re: Mean Green Kanati (more green on page 4)
Post by: Steve Clandinin on January 24, 2016, 01:24:00 PM
First off TD bows should never be taken down,they loose all there Mojo,LOL and like I said a long time ago I've got the patience of a Vulture,we all have weak spells LOL Best of luck Ol buddy with your new Kanati god that's a nice looking bow,had to check out jasons site last night.