I would recommend the JD Berry. I recently picked up a wonderful Morningstar, and it's quieter, lighter, quicker, etc. than any of my other bows. JD's a fantastic guy to work with, and he's got great prices, too. I'm more accurate with my Morningstar than even my Bowtech Specialist compound with a sight and release, which I think should say something (even though I am more of a traditional longbow archer than a compound archer).

I know you're not looking at a Morningstar in particular, but I don't think you can go wrong with any of JD's bows. I've done a large amount of research, compiled a list of longbow makers that's the largest I've found on the internet (griffonvulture on another archery forum), and checked out even more bowyers since compiling that list, and JD's my choice, at least until I start making my own      . Choosing a bow is of course a very personal thing, though, so "your miles may vary", as they say.

I'm working on a website now where I'll include a nice video and pics evidencing how nice JD's creations are. I'll likely post on tradgang when it's up.

Have a good one and happy shopping!

Prometheus

I shoot a Hummingbird Kingfisher. It's my preeminent bow. I'll shoot it for as long as I can shoot. Ben Graham not only makes superb bows, he makes them beautiful as well.

Based on the other comments in this thread, the general theme is this: you can't go wrong with any of the bows you listed. All of them are fantastic, well-made, and great shooters. What it really comes down to is this: Which one do -you- shoot the best? Which one feels best in your hand? Which one seems the most forgiving to you?

At this level, all the bows are great, and it's entirely subjective as to which one works best for you. I wish you the best of luck in your search, and I'm sure you won't go wrong.

Hurry up - thunderhorn in classifieds!

I'd  have to go with the pronghorn

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QuoteOriginally posted by bradglaza:
I shoot a Hummingbird Kingfisher. It's my preeminent bow. I'll shoot it for as long as I can shoot. Ben Graham not only makes superb bows, he makes them beautiful as well.

Based on the other comments in this thread, the general theme is this: you can't go wrong with any of the bows you listed. All of them are fantastic, well-made, and great shooters. What it really comes down to is this: Which one do -you- shoot the best? Which one feels best in your hand? Which one seems the most forgiving to you?

At this level, all the bows are great, and it's entirely subjective as to which one works best for you. I wish you the best of luck in your search, and I'm sure you won't go wrong.

So true, Bradglaza! I wish I could shoot each one before making my decision. I guess the knowledge that I can't go wrong with any one of them is a relief!

I like the way Promethius thinks. My Berries are phenomenal.