Braggin about my new Bruin

wissler · May 28, 2009, 10:20:00 PM

I just gotta show off my new Bruin
Only 2 weeks old(contrary to the date on my screwed up camera)
62" 60lbs @28" Master Elite TD II
Cocobolo with multiple Ebony and Yew wood laminations in the riser. Yew limbs (not veneers) Ebony tips and overlays-All the bells and whistles available (Excecpt FF-by my chosing) Mike's really done it this time!!
WOW- I can't put it down guys! My brother-in-law "limbhanger" also had an Osage and bloodwood Master Elite made side by side with mine. WOW-STUNNING!! Bug him for some posted pics!

Wannabe1 · May 28, 2009, 10:22:00 PM

That sure is a sweet looker!! Congrats!

longbowray · May 28, 2009, 10:23:00 PM

that a nice one. does Mike have a web site

wissler · May 28, 2009, 10:26:00 PM

More pics?
OK

Mike doesn't have his website up yet, but give him a call and he'll send you a brochure, or I could scan one and send it to you.
1-715-623-6537

Whip · May 28, 2009, 11:16:00 PM

Nice bow Mark!

Jedimaster · May 28, 2009, 11:34:00 PM

Man that's a beautiful bow! That's another one I'll have to dream about awhile.

WestTnMan · May 29, 2009, 10:27:00 AM

Beautiful bow. What is the boyers name? I met him once at a big traditional shoot in MS. I recognized him by his big black glasses he had on. Very nice fella and has been building bows for a long time now. Not a bow I really ever see around here but then I am the only one shooting Robertsons around here.

Limbhanger · May 29, 2009, 10:34:00 AM

Alright Mark!! I'll get some pics of my new osage Bruin to you asap if you wouldn't mind posting them?? Mike Steliga is back in a big way and his work is exceptional!!! Just an easy to shoot, beautifully crafted recurve!!! LOVE IT !!!

Chris Surtees · May 29, 2009, 10:46:00 AM

joe skipp · May 29, 2009, 10:55:00 AM

Mike made a very fine hunting bow...smooth and fast.
Good luck with the "new" Bruin.

Paul Mattson · May 29, 2009, 12:17:00 PM

Is Mike back at building bows full time?

I have a Master Express with 2 sets of limbs, its the best shooting bow that I have.

knobby · May 29, 2009, 03:58:00 PM

Mike Steliga builds a great bow...I've had a couple of them. The craftsmanship is second to none, and they're fine shooters. A visit to his shop is a treat,too. Congrats on the new bows, guys!

bentpole · May 29, 2009, 04:52:00 PM

Congrats!

Outstanding Looker!

Str8Shooter · May 29, 2009, 05:12:00 PM

Congrats! Beatiful bow. That's good to hear the Bruin's are back. I had a one piece that had outstanding performance.

Chris

Nate Fikkert · May 29, 2009, 05:44:00 PM

WOW,

Mike has sure made some changes in the appearance of his bows. They were always good performers but very...utilitarian? Very Nice!

Nathan

Limbhanger · May 30, 2009, 01:11:00 PM

Here's the "partner" to Mark's new Bruin!! Osage, bloodwood, Koa with bamboo core. AWESOME!!

doubleo · May 30, 2009, 01:36:00 PM

Mike's bows are getting more and more beautiful. Congrates on some nice bows guys.

MikeBurns · May 30, 2009, 01:43:00 PM

I met Mike at the ETAR back in 1994 or so. Mike made my first custom bow, a WoodsMaster SE take down recurve. It was all laminated maple, even the limbs. A very simple bow, yet a very good bow. I've had a few sets of limbs made over the years for it. If you get him on the phone he can talk your ear off.

I've had my share of bows since then, most I don't have anymore. But I still have that Bruin.