I am on a limited budget and am trying to find a reasonably priced t/d recurve.  I have heard alot of good things on quinn bows. I have shot my friend's stallion and it was real smooth but i am not sold on the aluminum riser.  I like the looks of the longhorn classic but have not shot one and it is a little more.  I don't really know much about the samick bows but have heard for the money they are nice bows.  I guess i am just looking for any extra info or opinions on either of these bows and which one you are shooting.  I have an older bear recurve i am learning on right now but would like a takedown.

I have a Quinn Longhorn Classic and a low-end Samick for bowfishing.  The riser on the Quinn was fat and blocky, and I had to substantially reshape it to fit my hand.  Once I did that I really liked it.  Unfortunately Mr. Quinn's wife passed away recently, and he's in his 70's I think, so I don't know what his bow making status is at this point.

My low-end Samick is suprisingly good for the price, and I've heard (and would expect) the mid-priced Samicks to be even better.  If I were you I'd lean toward Samick.

I had a Quinn, it was a great bow, especially for the price, but I didn't like the metal riser either.  If I was looking, I wouldn't be afraid of the longhorn.  But before buying anything new, I'd suoggest you check the classifieds on this site.  For similar money, you can get a take-down (used) from many custom bow makers.

I had a Greatree Volcano (not a takedown), it was a solid shooter and took a button buck last season.

The Quinns are great, and so are the Samicks.  The Red Stag is a great takedown for less than $200.00.  I had one and it was very accurate and dead in the hand.  Also, as mentioned, check with some of the classified sections.

I have a Quinn and for the money they simply can't be beat.  The only kick I have is they are a bit noisy out of the box but can be cured with a little string work.  As far as the metal riser, it feels good in the hand and has just enough weight to add to the accuracy expected from a recurve. Honestly I shoot Widows most of the time but can't kick on the Quinn.

I have a Quinn Stallion and it is the smoothest bow I have ever shot.  By far.  And I own and have owned bows that cost 4 times as much.  I swap the more expensive bows, but I won't part with my Stallion.  I use the bow hush stuff on my string, and it is very quiet.  I like the mass weight of the metal riser, as well.  Shoot a few different bows and decide what you like.  I don't think you will beat the Quinn for the money.  God bless Peggy.

ronp says it all, and the Quinn Stallion is my last bow.

Nice slim riser, dead in the hand, and fast.
You won't find a better bow for the money.


Yes, God bless Peggy Quinn. She was a gem.

I own and shoot a Samick Lightning TD Recurve and a friend of mine shoots a Samick Mind 50 Recurve.

Both were inexpensive bows, and for my part, i like the Lightning the best!
Decent looker, easy & good to shoot, especially at about 200$. Put some fur on it and it's quiet as well      

Though I must honestly say I've shot better bows
(Dryad Hunter & A&H ACS T/D a month or so ago)
I've come to enjoy the Lightning very much!
Then again, some of that may be sentimental value, as it is my first bow^^

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Best of luck in your choice!      

Edit : Keep in mind, I've been shooting less then 1 year, so I'd listen to Mr Stout over myself,
as far as tips and knowledge goes   :p

I have had over 100 trad bows, shot them all a lot and I shoot the Quinn Stallions better than any of them including my BW's! No knock against the widders, I just shoot the Quinns better because I have small hands and the alum. riser fits me much better. I have shot ACS and Morrisons, great bows, without saying, but I cant shoot them any better than the quins.
And I think I am a pretty good shot, can usually group in4-5 inches at 30 yds. I took 2 does, and 2 turkeys this fall with a Quinn stallion. The risers are bombproof and the limbs also. I used to be a wood snob, wouldnt own an alum riser, till I shot a few and found out I shot them, with a slightly heavy balance much better. For guys transitioning from wheel bows, the alum. risers seem to offer a easier transition. Just MHO, hope this helps. Pm me if you have any more questions about Quinns.

I have a Longhorn Classic and a Stingray with Stallion limbs.  These recurves shoot with ANY bow regardless of price, JMHO.

I love my Quinn stallion classic.Never thought I would like the metal riser but it is a nice grip.It draws smoothly to 29" and even with a loose grip has no hand shock.
Any time I THINK about selling this bow I just shoot it again and that thought is quickly gone -great bow!

Are the Samick limbs fast flight able?

QuoteOriginally posted by freefeet:
Are the Samick limbs fast flight able?

If you're pondering on the Samick Lightning, the answer is no, they are not FF able..

The newer models are.  That Lightning looks like it has micarta tip overlays.  If that's the case, it is okay for fastflight.  The Red Stag, both one piece and T/D come with D-97, flemish twist strings.  Sent you a PM.

Stallion Owner.  God bless Peggy Quinn.

fwiw and imho ...

there is a notable difference in 'feel', 'shootability' and 'performance' between a really well designed, superbly crafted stick bow built  with top shelf materials and one that's, well, just not up to those standards.  this difference is immediately recognized even in a blindfold 'taste test'.  this has nothing to do with brand name or price tag.  test drive a whole lotta bows (friends, stores, clubs and shooting events) and choose wisely.  take yer time.    

the arrow is still the most important piece of archery tackle, not the bow.    

The Red Stag is a great bow and shoots great. Try one and you will like it.

Agross1, I guess I'll post on your thread so you'll quit crying   :(  . As you know, I have a Quinn Stallion but don't have any experience with Samick bows. They look nice in the pictures on the net, but it would be nice to see and shoot one in person. Anyone know if there is a place in Michigan where we can shoot some of the models? I wouldn't mind checking them out myself.

A few years ago when I was researching low cost bows for my first recurve, Samick was on my short list along with Quinn and Checkmate bows. I ruled out the Checkmate bows because I decided I wanted a take-down and the Checkmate take-downs were quite a bit more expensive. I read a lot of positive comments about the Samick bows on the forums, but I also read a few negative comments about the quality back then.

Ultimately, I chose the Quinn Stallion because it was under $200 at the time, made in USA, and I did not (and still haven't) come across any negative comments about the Quinn bow's quality or shootability, ever. The only remotely negative comments that I have ever read about the Quinn bows were all related to personal preferences such as the grip style, the overall appearance, the aluminum riser, the size of the limb tips, etc.

The only other bow that I can really compare my Quinn to is an old Ben Pearson that I use for bowfishing, but I think I have been spoiled with the Quinn as my first hunting recurve. I really couldn't be happier.

Let me know if you want to come over and shoot my Quinn some more. I'll fletch up the rest of your arrows too.