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How do you fund your bow addiction?

Started by Tyler2045, August 20, 2010, 08:54:00 PM

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Tyler2045

I am a young married man I was wondering how the you other guys and gals out there fund your addiction. God Bless Ty
Bear Kodiak Magnum 44# Amo 52"

42@28 Take-down. Black Creek Bows, Banshee. 60' AMO

Nay, in all things we are more than conquerors though Him that loved us. Romans 8:37

owlbait

Ty, I sell other equipment, save a little, I don't have any bad habits that cost a bunch of money. Buying bows is a good habit.
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Mike Vines

Find a way to make some side money, and never tell her where it is, or how much is in it.  Beter off, you never even mention it to her.  If she needs something but complains she can't afford it, pull a little out of your stash, and tell her you have been saving for a moment just like this.  This way, she's happy, you only gave up a little of what you have, and did I mention SHE'S HAPPY.  LOL
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Tom Anderson

Do carpentry jobs/handyman services on the side. (My real job is a "meteorologist"), but I'm quite gifted at carpentry and fixing things.
(formerly "NativeCraft")
Wilson, NC

"short skirts create less drag in the woods..." (Dave Worden)

Bowwild

My two children wonder the same thing.  When they were growing up we lived pretty much check to check. There's no way I could buy the bows I bow these days just a few years ago. I've retired after 30 years from one job and have another one that I dearly love now. The kids are out of college and on their own and archery is my only hobby that I spend money on.

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Tatersalad

i've sold one kidney, blood, hair and two kids.  Almost have enough for 1970 A Riser Bear Takedown in mint condition!  

Michael

MikeM


C Kerley

Side jobs...I worked 26 straight hours last Sat to put the money away for an "opportunity" that might pop up.

Curtis Haden

This question made me think of a story I read one time...

A poor, thin, peasant lad was asked by an aristocrat what he did for food.  He replied, "Good Sir, on the even numbered days of the week, I sharpen the knives, polish the silver, and sweep the floors for Master Cleff, the owner of this fine inn.  He then allows me to take of the scraps left over from the feast, in return."

The nobleman first nodded his head sagaciously, then a confused look crossed his face.  "But lad," he asked, "what do you do on the odd numbered days?"

The poor peasant replied, "My lord, I do as the great warrior Kieron did on the eve of his greatest battle."

"And that is...?" asked the aristocrat.

The young peasant grinned self consciously and replied, "I but await the morrow, my lord."
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broketooth

my wife takes care of my bow adiction... she just doesnt let me have any money ruddy
" you have done well to keep your hair when so many are after it"

Tyler2045

Yeah I have been looking for side jobs but since I just started a new job and resigned the old one plus I am a college student. And I live in a town of like 1600 side jobs dont come up much. But what I need to do is start doing ornamental blacksmithing again, sell on fleabay and flea markets. Anyway good ideas I was just wondering. God Bless Ty
Bear Kodiak Magnum 44# Amo 52"

42@28 Take-down. Black Creek Bows, Banshee. 60' AMO

Nay, in all things we are more than conquerors though Him that loved us. Romans 8:37

Winterhawk1960

Mine all started with a bow that I bought off of a local fella. It was to much weight for me at 55# @ 28". I sold it and bought another one. I have owned several bows since this journey began almost three years ago. I have purchased used bows and also had bows built for me. If I find that I can't shoot them consistantly then I either sell them to fund another or trade them for another bow.

Right now.........I don't have any expendable bows and there is one more bow that I want this year. I'm gonna have to purchase it from a gentleman that I shot with down at ATAR this year. A real nice 1960 Kodiak Special 64" and is 45# @ 28".

My name will come up on Norm Johnsons list again sometime early next summer, so I have some time to pay on that one before he even builds it for me.

There is one other bow that I want to get my hands on, a Border Black Douglas........but most likely not this year.

Winterhawk1960
What if you woke up tomorrow, with only what you thanked God for today ???

northern fisher

I'm a third generation mason(brick,block and stone) I'm also a concrete worker(Damn you would think I would find a way to make a living that didn't hurt so much)  :dunno:  I've got over 23 years experience ,I have a good name and lots of people need things done.I put in my 50 hrs/wk  and what I do after that ?   :nono:
If it wasn't for Hillary Blackburn I may have never found my way to the woods and the water.I miss you Puppy.Love from your grandson.

njloco

Although I have shot Trad. since about 1957, I have only recently gotten back into it. I purchased a very nice Bear Kodiak Mag. about two years ago. This year I decided to get a custom R/D. I was lucky enough to get a real nice bow off the blanket sales at ETAR.

I am now trying to master this bow, that is keeping me busy enough to not look at any other bows.

Ken

  • Leon Stewart 3pc. 64" R/D 51# @ 27"
  • Gordy Morey 2pc. 68" R/D 55# @ 28"
  • Hoyt Pro Medalist, 70" 42# @ 28" (1963)
  • Bear Tamerlane 66" 30# @ 28" (1966)- for my better half
  • Bear Kodiak 60" 47# @ 28"(1965)

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gregk


Bowtie

Selling my compound stuff and hiding away a few other bucks every week.  Adds up after while.
The work praises the man.

JEFF B

well i just make stuff and trade for Bows if someone wants to trade that is but mostly i just Drool over them on here.  :biglaugh:
'' sometimes i wake up Grumpy;
other times i let her sleep"

TGMM FAMILY OF THE BOW

Sixby

I just keep saying someday I'm going to build me one.


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