Wing Gull Info

[Nomadstalker]

I just picked up a 64" Wing Gull from the classifieds. Can anyone tell me the age of the bow from the serial number and the following pictures? Thanks, Mike

[Gordon Jabben]

My first bow other that a solid fiberglass one was a 35# Wing Gull.  I think I got it used in the early 60's.  I am also interested in dating them and mine has G-2734 serial number.  I thought it would be ok to shoot fast flight on it because it was only 35# but on the second shot, the limb tip broke off.  I have redone the tips so it is now a semi-recurve. They are really nice bows.

[Kelly]

Early 1967 before Head Ski owned Wing.

The other appears to be a Head Ski but can't be sure without seeing the decal.

[dragonheart]

That bow is a shooter!  
 

[Nomadstalker]

Originally posted by Kelly:
Early 1967 before Head Ski owned Wing.

The other appears to be a Head Ski but can't be sure without seeing the decal.

Thanks Kelly...I appreciate the info. The riser is a beautiful piece of wood. I may consider it for a trip to the Bow Hospital! Mike

[dragonheart]

I know it is rough.  I bought it years ago in that condition.

[Nomadstalker]

Originally posted by dragonheart:
I know it is rough.  I bought it years ago in that condition.

I shot some 2216's with 200 up front and it was pretty loggy. When I dropped down to 2117's with 145, it cast them with a lot more zip. Nice mass to the bow and very comfortable at 64".

[dragonheart]

The limbs are very stable on that design.  It is smooth on the draw.  Riser does have a nice piece of wood.  I believe that is Shedua in the riser.