Longbow preference - 3pc, 2pc, or 1pc.

Gil Verwey · February 13, 2013, 09:34:00 PM

You are welcome Kevin.

Here is what the pack looks like on your back to get a better idea of size.

Kevin Hansen · February 13, 2013, 10:07:00 PM

Great pic. Makes me wish I was there and doing just that...

Guss · February 13, 2013, 10:13:00 PM

I have always preferred the lightweight and handling of a 1 pc,
but I've recently been shooting a 3 pc Habu and the consistency of arrows hitting the same spot arrow after arrow regardless of the distance is hard to ignore.... 3 pc...!!!

ermont · February 14, 2013, 10:12:00 AM

I have a one-piece Centaur that I love and am on the list for a two piece.......I think I will love that one even more!

Lotech Joe · February 14, 2013, 10:19:00 AM

1 piece. To me, it just looks and feels more traditional. And I prefer back quivers.

centaur · February 14, 2013, 10:46:00 AM

You wouldn't know my HH takedown is a two piece by looking at it. I don't notice much difference between it and my one piece bows. I like them both.

DamselflyFarm · February 14, 2013, 11:20:00 AM

One piece all the way.

Zradix · February 14, 2013, 04:16:00 PM

1 pc.

As simple as it gets...

Sam McMichael · February 14, 2013, 06:27:00 PM

All mine are 1 piece bows. I might like a 2 piece but just don't have any experience with them. I tend to lean to the 1 piece just out of tradition, but I can sure understand the benefit of 2 or 3 piece bows when transportation becomes a concern.

Flying Dutchman · February 15, 2013, 02:23:00 AM

I have one 3-pce and two 1-pcs. Frankly saying I like them both. There are days I prefer the heigher mass if the 3-pce. And then there are days I prefer the simplicity and low weighgt of the 1 pce design.

Gil Verwey · February 17, 2013, 10:18:00 AM

If you prefer the feel of a one piece but want a two piece here is a link for a takedown system that actually makes the bow feel as light or lighter than a one piece.

It is made with carbon and based on Jack Harrison's carbon takedown system. With this you can have the best of both worlds for a longbow.

http://www.stringworksalaska.com/

Kevin Hansen · February 17, 2013, 11:08:00 AM

QuoteOriginally posted by Gil Verwey:
If you prefer the feel of a one piece but want a two piece here is a link for a takedown system that actually makes the bow feel as light or lighter than a one piece.

It is made with carbon and based on Jack Harrison's carbon takedown system. With this you can have the best of both worlds for a longbow.

http://www.stringworksalaska.com/

Interesting find, Gil.
Anyone have any experience with this? I guess what I would be most cautious of is having someone other than the original bowyer alering my bow and voiding its warranty.
I'm curious to see if anyone has used this option.
Kevin

Gil Verwey · February 17, 2013, 01:38:00 PM

I have had several bows with them. I have a HSS Jack made for me. I think the carbon is lighter than wood so it actually felt very lighter still no hand shock. I have several other bows from Jack with it and it is the cats meow.

Gil

Kevin Hansen · February 17, 2013, 03:24:00 PM

Thanks, Gil.
How about for those who draw longer than 28"? Is this take down system something that is just not useable for those people?
Also, I need to be enlightened. I'm assuming Jack is Jack Harrison? And a "HSS"???
Thanks.

Gil Verwey · February 17, 2013, 04:38:00 PM

Kevin it is Jack Harrison. HSS is the Harrison Signature Series bow he made after he sold the rights to his other bows he made. Here are some pictures of some HSS bows with the takedown system.

bowless · February 17, 2013, 05:19:00 PM

Nice find Gil. Looks like a pretty slick system.

Gil Verwey · February 17, 2013, 06:45:00 PM

If you go to his web site look at the gallery and then the warranty tab. They have a lifetime waranty.

Then go to the warranty tab and look at the video. He draws a bow back to 37" until the limb gives. The takedown system is stronger than the bow. After he blows up the limb the takedown comes apart as it should.

Gil

Austin Brown · February 17, 2013, 07:04:00 PM

One piece for me, tried a couple top notch 3 piece bows and they're just not for me. I just can't seem to get away from mild R/D or Hill style bows cut atleast 1/8 from center. I've never owned a two piece and would eventually like to for the little bit of traveling I do.

gonefishing600 · February 17, 2013, 07:11:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Sam McMichael:
All mine are 1 piece bows. I might like a 2 piece but just don't have any experience with them. I tend to lean to the 1 piece just out of tradition, but I can sure understand the benefit of 2 or 3 piece bows when transportation becomes a concern.

Kevin Hansen · February 17, 2013, 09:20:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by Gil Verwey:
If you go to his web site look at the gallery and then the warranty tab. They have a lifetime waranty.

Then go to the warranty tab and look at the video. He draws a bow back to 37" until the limb gives. The takedown system is stronger than the bow. After he blows up the limb the takedown comes apart as it should.

Gil

Thanks, Gil. I will check the site out.