Looking for a specific style of longbow

April 16, 2009, 10:19:00 PM

I've got the itch for a longbow, but don't know who makes what I want. I really like the looks of the Martin Savannah, but I want a bow that's at least 66" in length.
So, tell me, who makes a bow with a profile similar to the Savannah, but in a longer length?

Thanks

fatman · April 16, 2009, 10:30:00 PM

Jim, you might check out the Oracle by Dryad Bows, they're in the sponsor's list....Jason and Mike put out a great product at a great price...

Steelhead · April 16, 2009, 10:42:00 PM

Might try a Thunderstick 111 or Liberty Chief.Both longer hybrid style longbows.Both come in 66 inches and have good reflex and shoot very well.

ChuckC · April 16, 2009, 11:41:00 PM

keep an eye open for a Big River longbow. I believe it will be pretty close ( John McDonald )
ChuckC

wihill · April 16, 2009, 11:44:00 PM

I think the Savannah is a shorter version of the old Martin Vision. They don't make it anymore, but occationally I've seen one pop up in the classifieds.

SpikeMaster · April 17, 2009, 11:22:00 AM

Mohawk!!!! One of the best bows for the money I've ever shot.

WildmanSC · April 17, 2009, 11:56:00 AM

Jim,

Call Ron King at Fox Archery and ask him about his Royal Crown longbow. I don't know what the maximum length is that he offers it in, but it would be very close to what you are looking for and is a great shooting bow. He also has a Triple Crown longbow that also is not on his website and I know comes in longer lengths. Larry Yien helped design it and he shoots it in competition, and maybe for hunting.

Below is a pic of a Royal Crown:

Below is a pic of four Triple Crown risers:

Bill

Clint B. · April 17, 2009, 10:52:00 PM

I think the 21st Century Longbows "Lone Star" model with the "New Moon Grip" in 66" or 68" AMO would be one to take a good look at.

www.21stcenturylongbow.com

April 19, 2009, 09:08:00 PM

Thanks everyone for your replies. I've looked at all your suggestions, and I think 'fatman' hit a home run for me. I've built several bows (years ago) and I think the Dryad bow-blank will be just the ticket. It's d/r, small riser that I can make fit me, and finishing will not be a problem.

Thanks,

Jim

fatman · April 19, 2009, 09:32:00 PM

tell the boys I sent ya....