american leathers glove?

pamike · October 31, 2011, 04:37:00 PM

I hear a lot of good reviews on these gloves. Has anyone tried these and not liked them? Interested in hearing more about them. Big shot, crossover, or full shot.

If u have one and don't like it and want to get rid of it let me know. m

Mint · October 31, 2011, 04:53:00 PM

The only glove I shoot now is the Big Shot Elk Leather. Great glove that is impossible to wear out.

pamike · October 31, 2011, 05:06:00 PM

Why bison?

Why crossover?

SecondSeason · October 31, 2011, 05:10:00 PM

i picked up the big shot at Raptor Archery. thought they were a bit steep in price that is until i wore out 3 other leather sets. almost 2 seasons on the big shot now and just added the wet shot for late season "rain season" archery and carpin in the summer.

you will love these. be sure to get the correct size though.

BeNoIt · October 31, 2011, 05:16:00 PM

I have shot a whole bunch since I got mine and it just seems to get better as it is broken in and doesn't appear to be wearing out. This is the only glove I have tried so I can't speak for others but I am totally happy with mine and will be buying my son one since he is transitioning to traditional.

Rock 'N Bow · October 31, 2011, 05:32:00 PM

Been using mine for over three years and still no sign of wear. I shoot over a hundred arrows a day. The only way I'd get a backup is if I lose it.

Slasher · October 31, 2011, 05:43:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Mint:
The only glove I shoot now is the Big Shot Elk Leather. Great glove that is impossible to wear out.

It is a great glove!!! However, I have a 43# Whip that is too light to get a good release with the same glove... Not the glove's fault, it is just the padded finger stahls(sp?) don't work well under a certain poundage for me... I have a 48# morrison ILF that loves that glove!!!! my 54# Whip Loves it as well...

pamike · October 31, 2011, 07:53:00 PM

What r benefits of each model?

pamike · October 31, 2011, 08:06:00 PM

What r benefits of each model?

October 31, 2011, 08:19:00 PM

Having been a tab shooter since forever (1960S), I recently gave the Big Shot Elk a try. Just my two cents here: Absolutely love it! Can't imagine shooting without it. It is made extremely well and soft enough to "feel" the sting but more than adequate protection for the fingers. I shoot 53# and find it to be perfect in that weight range.....If you hold more weight you may want to consider the heavier leather (can't remember off hand) or the "Crossover" which is designed for more weight as well.

Perhaps some of the experts will chime in here.

bolong · October 31, 2011, 08:44:00 PM

I been using one for 3 years now and really like it.
Quality product well worth the money.

Ray_G · October 31, 2011, 08:58:00 PM

I have two Elk Big Shots and this year acquired a Crossover. My Elk Big Shots are now my back up gloves

GRS · October 31, 2011, 09:12:00 PM

I recently bought a Big Shot and it is absolutely the best glove I have used. Not only does it provide a great release, due to the smoothness of the release, I believe my bows are quieter at the shot than when using other gloves and tabs. If you want a perfect fit, fax a tracing of your hand to John. He will get it right.

Gerald

pamike · October 31, 2011, 09:22:00 PM

Thanks ray - that is helpful. i am just struggling for which one to get for my bows. i pull light weight bows 43# - 50#. Is nylon the right one or should I get crossover. I have been using a very heavy cordovan tab (aae) and that leads me to think I would like the crossover. However I believe that is really made for heavy bows.

Friend · October 31, 2011, 09:26:00 PM

Tab man for years!! Would periodically try a glove, since I felt a genuine need, yet repetatively came away quite disappointed.

My 7th glove happened to be the Big Shot. Broke it in then immediatley procured another identical Big Shot. My tabs now have found themselves locked away. The quest for the right glove for me has been gratefully adjourned.

landman · October 31, 2011, 09:29:00 PM

Full shot but you need to shoot it a bit to break it in. It fits my whole hand snugly and doesn't shift. Good for hand protection and allows me to feel the entire string.

pamike · October 31, 2011, 09:51:00 PM

How do u protect your thumb and pinky with the full shot? Interesting design...

cahaba · October 31, 2011, 09:59:00 PM

I have had my Buffalo Big Shot for three years and it shoots better and better with age. I may get a crossover to try. I dont think the buffalo has any advantages over the elk. Best glove I have ever owned period.

Winterhawk1960 · October 31, 2011, 10:47:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by pamike:
How do u protect your thumb and pinky with the full shot? Interesting design...

Protect them from what ???

I've had a Full Shot for about 18 months now. It's the best glove that I have ever had and is also the easiest on my fingers. I shoot bows from the low 40's up to 52# at my draw length.

Winterhawk1960

mrjsl · October 31, 2011, 10:55:00 PM

I've had all 3. The elk is fine, but I like the buffalo better. Shoot a lot in hot weather and sweat, and the elk stretches out and gets loose on fingers. Buffalo has less stretch and doesn't do that.

That said, mine are just sitting around now. I've been shooting the Fred Eichler tab and like it better.