Martin Archery off the block.

Outwest · October 23, 2013, 10:26:00 PM

My wife who does business with Martin told me that Martin Archery is off the auction block.
She does not know any of the specifics, but to me this is good news.
Anyone heard anything else.

Jophn

Stumpkiller · October 23, 2013, 11:06:00 PM

Three Rivers is selling their Martins at $100 off. A sign of loss of confidence.

JMG · October 23, 2013, 11:14:00 PM

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JMG · October 23, 2013, 11:20:00 PM

http://www.martinarchery.com/2013/index.php
Here's the link!! It was bought by Diversis Capitol LLC on October 21st and plan to bring the company back,,,including the Howatt Line!!! Sounds good thus far.

October 23, 2013, 11:32:00 PM

That is good news! I have never owned, or even shot, a Martin bow but I hate to see any archery related business go under.

Best of luck to the new Martin Archery!

Bisch

Benoli · October 23, 2013, 11:58:00 PM

This great news. My first bow(almost thirty years ago)was a Martin recurve. Since then I've collected a few (Martins and Howatts)for my use and shared with many a Boy Scout as an introduction to our beloved sport. I wish them the very best and hope to add to my collection soon.
Albert

Tajue17 · October 24, 2013, 04:42:00 AM

I liked the martins more than the bears, better grips for me but looking forward to this.

jmrsyrs · October 24, 2013, 05:28:00 AM

Great news, I'd hate to see Martin go under.

dirtguy · October 24, 2013, 06:26:00 AM

Glad to hear this. The Howatt Hunter is my all time favorite.

JMG · October 24, 2013, 06:55:00 AM

QuoteOriginally posted by dirtguy:
Glad to hear this. The Howatt Hunter is my all time favorite.

X'2!! I have nothing but good experiences with Martin Bows. I am just glad that the people that are buying Martin is keeping the Howatt Line still going. I am anxious to see how or what they do from here on out. Time will tell.

Hatrick · October 24, 2013, 08:03:00 AM

Great news for sure. Let's hope it all works out and they put some people back to work. Now that Bear has successfully resurrected their traditional line, maybe the new group will see the value in continuing the Damon Howatt legacy.

I'd sure like to try one of the newer Gail Martin Signature recurves.

mooshkat · October 24, 2013, 08:31:00 AM

I sure hope it all works out, I would think bringing back the Howatt line would be a win win situation, great bows.

rick7 · October 24, 2013, 09:32:00 AM

great news for sure

fnshtr · October 24, 2013, 09:39:00 AM

Loved my Dreamcatcher... one I wish I would have kept.

Ric O'Shay · October 24, 2013, 09:48:00 AM

The older Super D's were beautiful bows, performed well and were extremely dependable. Hope they bring those back similar to what Bear did with the '59 Kodiak.

far rider · October 24, 2013, 10:24:00 AM

Great news! I would certainly hate to see a name such as Martin moved to the "once was" column.

Kyodai · October 24, 2013, 11:50:00 AM

This is great news! First trad bow I ever lusted after was a Martin Hunter. Still haven't picked one up, but it might be time to take another look...

oxnam · October 24, 2013, 01:52:00 PM

I have always liked Martins and my first new bow purchase was a Howatt Hunter so I am happy to hear they'll stay around.

Might be a little disappointing for all of our bowyer sponsors on here

Easykeeper · October 24, 2013, 01:56:00 PM

Great news!

wooddamon1 · October 24, 2013, 03:48:00 PM

Sweet!