I picked up my new Stikbow, made by Don Dow of Portland, IN. Not a well known bowyer, Don is a retired guy who makes/sells some top notch longbows at a ridiculously low price. I picked mine up from him yesterday and thought I would share some pics.

I've named the bow "The Hobbit". For you J.R.R. Tolkein (Lord of the Rings) fans, you'll know the book entitled "The Hobbit" was also called "There and Back Again", which aptly describes my personal journey with traditional archery.

Don is a super nice guy to deal with and talk to.  Wish I had more time to spend talking with him in his shop.

I'll post up some pics of my bow and if you're interested in Don's work, you can check out his website here...

 www.stikbowsbydondow.com


 

 

 

 

Outstanding Fella & Bows !! with unheard of prices !!

WOW!!!!!!!!!! I'm not really a lots of bows kinda guy, but I may just have to splurge    :eek:

Congratulations. That's a fine looking stick!      

Don is a real nice guy and builds a great bow.

One of the best bang for the buck secrets out there.

He also puts a bow from order to finish faster than just about anyone at least for now?

Congratulations !!!

He built one for my daughter in two weeks !!!

Good deal Jame!  Never heard of Dow, but that looks like a nice bow!  Congrats on continuing your back again journey!