I would like some opinions from you guys. Do you think it is an insult to a bowyer to ask them to change the script they write on your bow? I have some seen some very nice looking bows only to have huge or very sloppy or an overabundance of writing scribbled all over them or in very obvious places that really jumps out at you and really detracts from the bow itself. I realize this is their work. Blood sweat and tears go into some of these bows and they are proud....but?  What do you think?

You are paying for it. I would ask if it was a concern for me. Insult, I doubt it.

I dont worry about it I look at as its their calling card and just as much part of the bow as their skill that went into making it but most probly would do what you want as they do want to please you #1 key to repeat bussness

Most bowyers will work with a client.But to ask someone to leave their trademark off a bow might be taken as an insult,after all it's their way of advertising the product.Myself I would not make such a request.

Leland

I have done that very thing--they can write the necessary specs in neat ways that don't detract from the bow's appearance.

I put the minimal amount of writings on my bows for id purposes only.  And if they want more then ill add it. So to answer your question I would say no it's not.

Shawn

I know what you mean and believe it should not be an insult to request neatness and brevity.

I even placed a custom order a few years ago and the bowyer included a Bible verse from the Old Testament.  The bowyer should notify the buyer before he presumes that's OK.

BTW, everytime I see a Silvertip it looks like too much scribbling on the riser.

I don't think it would hurt at all. You pay all that money you should get what you want. If it has to be on the bow how about inside limb pockets on your take downs. One piece under grip material. Just a thought.

Your paying the bill. Just like Burger King "have it your way"

No insult in asking and you should take no offense if he refuses.

I don't think it should be considered an insult, because, as so many have stated, you are paying for it. I think if I were a bowyer, I would develope 2 logos, one standard and one for the minimalists. Such a request should be somewhat anticipated as so many guys truly prefer something simple.

I didn't ask but my last custom came with just the bowyers logo and my specs on the edge of the lower limb. I love it that way!

it's a custom bow..that's what it all about.

I won't buy a bow that looks like a 4 year old scribbled on it.

I've seen some pretty sloppy script on some of the bows I've seen in pictures, and I wouldn't want it.  I say, ask the bowyer before you place your order.

"No question's asked, no answer's given"

Froggy

I can't write very good on my bows lol.  I just put the weight year and ID mark and thats it.  I say just ask.  No harm in asking.

My opinion...that's part of the meaning behind "custom"...it should include the writing on the bow just as much as it includes the riser wood.

Just ask politely.  

The worst that can happen is that he'll say no.  

Not a big deal either way.

I have made that request and the bowyer felt insulted.  The bow was a work of art, the writing was gaudy white ink on a dark riser.  It would be a good question on an order form.  Seems like the script should match the bow.  Subtle woods-subtle script.