What year Kodiak and whats it worth?

[bohuntr]

I bought this double shelfed Bear Kodiak used but the previous owner was not absolutely sure what year it was. It seems to be in pretty decent shape except for some marring on the belly of the bow and some minor scuffs and scrapes. Does not have any limb twist or any of the checking in the glass on the limbs that is common. I have shot the bow and it shoots fine although I am used to shooting bows that are cut to or near center and the narrow shelf(s)throw me off some. I think the previous owner said the limb tips had been replaced? So Bear gurus what do you think, what year and approximate value?

[bohuntr]

Here are a couple more pictures.

[vermonster13]

1955

[ron w]

It's worth is not important. If you like old Bear bows you should be real happy with that one. It's a classic.

[bohuntr]

I have a 57 Kodiak (I bought it after getting a chance to shoot the Little Delta Bow) that I really like but this bow does not fit me as well and I am going to list it for sale on the classifieds. Just wanting to list it accurately and at a fair price. Thanks for any info anyone can give me.
        Dan

[ron w]

Just guessing I would $165-$190 plus or minus and how bad somebody really wants it.It's in good shape but not perfect. Good luck, you should sell it quickly.

[bohuntr]

Thanks Ron and David! Anyone else with input let me know.
            Dan

[Shaun]

There is a similar bow on the big auction site at 330290936889 now and it has a couple days left. You could see what that one brings and have a good idea, though the auction one is 55# - a more desirable hunting weight. I would guess in the $125-160 range for yours. I bought one 47# missing a tip overlay for $50 a year or so ago.

Also more accurate info on year and value on the Trad History/Collecting forum - lots of Bear guru's over there.

[bohuntr]

Thanks Shaun, I will try that forum!

[cujo618]

What poundage is this bow?

[K2]

Dan,

I have a reconditioned 1962 Grizzly at the same weight that I will trade you if interested.   Does that bow have both RH and LH rest?  I am looking at switching to LH because that is my dominant eye.  I can send you pics.  It is in excellent condition.  Let me know.  Ken

[K2]

Dan,

I sent you pics.  Let me know.  Ken

[Earl E. Nov...mber]

1955 had decals,,1956 was the same bow with silk screens

[K2]

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