Grizzly vs Kodiak

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 06:54:00 PM

I have been looking on **** for a first bow. I see lots of Grizzy and Kodiaks for sale. They seem pretty reasonable.. but..is a Grizzly from the 70`s or what they refer to on **** as "Vintage" worth 100 bucks in decent shape or good shape? Can anyone give me an idea what I should be paying for these in good shape? Also,,is the Kodiak a step up from the Grizzly? Thanks

JamesKerr · October 04, 2011, 07:01:00 PM

The Kodiak is a step above the Grizzly and is a fine shooting bow (as is the grizzly). As for price I always have to see a bow in person to judge what it is worth.

Bjorn · October 04, 2011, 07:12:00 PM

Kodiak can be quite a step up from a Grizzly dollarwise. Far more collectors want Kodiaks. If it were me I'd get the Grizzly as a first bow, or even second and third. Grizzlies are fine shooters-you likely will not notice a difference. You can always sell the Grizzly later and go from there. I think 100-200 bucks is a very good buy depending on condition.

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 07:15:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by JamesKerr:
The Kodiak is a step above the Grizzly and is a fine shooting bow (as is the grizzly). As for price I always have to see a bow in person to judge what it is worth.

http://www.****.com/itm/130583203380?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

what do u think?

Jack Shanks · October 04, 2011, 07:39:00 PM

That is a Kodiak Hunter. Not quite the same as a Kodiak or Super Kodiak.

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 07:55:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Jack Shanks:
That is a Kodiak Hunter. Not quite the same as a Kodiak or Super Kodiak.

Ok,well can you give me an idea of what Is a fair price for a Grizzly,or Kodiak in good shape?

Orion · October 04, 2011, 07:58:00 PM

Grizzlys and Kodiak hunters go for $100-$200. Super Kodiaks usually a hundred more, sometimes more than that. 59-64 Kodiaks go quite a bit higher.

October 04, 2011, 08:02:00 PM

From my experience the Griz can be a bit faster and the Kodiak Hunter a little more stable and smoother for long draws.

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 08:12:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Orion:
Grizzlys and Kodiak hunters go for $100-$200. Super Kodiaks usually a hundred more, sometimes more than that. 59-64 Kodiaks go quite a bit higher.

Ok,,cool..at least I have an idea now. But is it ok to buy such an old bow? They function well at 30-40 yrs old? They don`t tend to break?

Hit-or-Miss · October 04, 2011, 08:19:00 PM

E-mail sent.

woodchucker · October 04, 2011, 08:20:00 PM

I have a 1967 Grizzly that is my "official" hunting bow. I prefer that bow over any of my "custom" bows for hunting. Yes, it could possibly break...

But, they were mean't to be bent!!!!!

Bjorn · October 04, 2011, 08:23:00 PM

Check the classifieds on this site. The old Bears last for years many of us shoot 50 even 60 year old Bears regularly.

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 08:37:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Bjorn:
Check the classifieds on this site. The old Bears last for years many of us shoot 50 even 60 year old Bears regularly.

Yes , I have been looking there. Nothing yet.

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 08:38:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by woodchucker:
I have a 1967 Grizzly that is my "official" hunting bow. I prefer that bow over any of my "custom" bows for hunting. Yes, it could possibly break...

But, they were mean't to be bent!!!!!

Do you guys buy from Fleabay?

team fudd · October 04, 2011, 08:50:00 PM

I bought a 70 model grizzly for 100$ at a local bowshop after I shot it and found out it shoots better than my five hundred dollar custom longbow. Dont be afraid to go vintage, you will get a shooter with good mojo already built in!

Bow Bum · October 04, 2011, 08:59:00 PM

You should be able to pick up a 70's bear for about 100-150 bucks.

I prefer a k-hunter.

B

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 09:01:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by team fudd:
I bought a 70 model grizzly for 100$ at a local bowshop after I shot it and found out it shoots better than my five hundred dollar custom longbow. Dont be afraid to go vintage, you will get a shooter with good mojo already built in!

Ok,,one thing I notice on FleaBay is it seems they were made in at least two different lengths,,I see 56 & 58"..is there an advantage to a shorter or longer bow?

Jack Shanks · October 04, 2011, 09:09:00 PM

The Grizzlies were made in 62" length 1949-63. 58" 64'-65'. 56" 1968-70 and back to 58" 1971-present. A longer bow is typically more forgiving but there isn't a lot of difference that I have found between the 56" and 58" Grizzly.

Cyclic-Rivers · October 04, 2011, 09:15:00 PM

I like how the Grizzly handles. I say that until I shoot my Kodiaks. Then when I am shooting the grizzlies I like them more

Nothing wrong with the pld Bears. Buying off E _ Bouy can be hit or miss. a lot of people will post things as great used shape and when you get it, it could be dangerous.

Some poeple are willing to take the risk but you may wait until something comes up on our classifieds. There was a sponsor or two selling off their used bow inventory. I think his link was in teh sponsors classifieds. Also If you are patient, you will find exactly what you are looking for both weight and price in our classifieds.

I like to peruse local auctions and Garage sales. If I can find a bow cheap enough I can get them in the hands of newbies for what I invested.

Where are you located in NY? Perhaps you can make it to a local gathering and try the difference in some of these bows for yourself.

I can bring a few.

Scattergun2570 · October 04, 2011, 09:16:00 PM

I am way down in Queens NY...where do the gatherings happen?