Hey my name is Jeremiah and I am new to the traditional world of archery.  I have enjoyed shooting longbows and the few recurves I have shot.  I received a 1955 BEAR KODIAK a few years back for a old family friend.  The bow has been hanging on the wall for everyone to see.  I decided I want to see if the bow was safe to shoot and had Mr. Joel Smith take a look at it.  The bow looked to be in great shape, so I got a string made for it.  We put the string on everything looked good, pulled the bow about 14" back let it down, after a few times the gentleman pulled back close to 24"-26" and my heart dropped.  The end of the limb tip twisted slightly.  I don't know who was more upset me or the gentleman who was helping me.  I would like to try to get the bow fixed so I can shoot/hunt with it.  Should I just hang this bow up for everyone to see and find another one or try to get this one fixed.  I have been reading on here and Google that a twisted limb may be repaired.  Thank you for any help or advice.
Jeremiah (JD) Davis

click here for the bow hospital  
or Mike at Maddog traditional archery.

Both are sponsors here and could tell you if it could be fixed.
Welcome aboard!

WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY HERE AT TRADGANG!!     I agree with Rastaman!!  ALL  Can Be Put To Right Again!!  

Welcome to the gang  

Thank you for the site rastaman, I checked it out and I am going to call Monday morning.  I would like to pick up another inexpensive bow, does anyone have any suggestions of where to look and what to look for?
JD

Welcome aboard you will enjoy. Go to the classifieds lots of used equipment.

Welcome to the fire and enjoy a new way of life in here.

Welcome to the world of Traditional archery. This is the best place to supplement your learning curve.

Pull up a log, have a seat around the   , pour a cup of   , and listen to the wise while you learn about   !

Thank you every one for welcoming me.  I could see this becoming very addictive.  thank you again, JD

Thank you again rastaman for the website, I just got off the phone with Joe (whip).  He was very helpful, I am planning on getting some pcp pipe for a tube and sending this bow to him to be fixed.  
JD

Welcome1 This is a great place with lots of good folks and knowledge.      

Welcome buddy!      

Welcome aboard! Enjoy the journey with the rest of us.

God bless,Mudd

welcome