Hitman static recurve review ( drewsbow)

Possum Head · January 03, 2013, 06:36:00 PM

Dave, the first thing that stood out when I saw the pics was how you shaped the riser at the ends. Nothing turns me away from a take down like bulky end risers. Nice work!

HMlongbow · January 03, 2013, 10:17:00 PM

Thanks for the comments Possum and my thoughts on the ends are the same. It is unique I think and different.
Good shooting

BillW · January 04, 2013, 02:24:00 PM

Dave, Looks like a winner. I will have to try one of these the next time your out to the club.

I will be at the club most Sundays running the Arctic Blast so if you come out to shoot bring one along.

Regards.

Bill

HMlongbow · January 04, 2013, 03:59:00 PM

Bill
I even have one in your weight class that you might like. I will have to do that and looking forward to the winter shoots
Dave

TJK68 · January 04, 2013, 04:03:00 PM

Beautiful bow!!!!! I think I am on that list, can't wait. Nice shooting...

HMlongbow · January 06, 2013, 04:31:00 PM

I think you are coming up soon and looking forward to the reviews.
Good shooting

stickandstring · January 06, 2013, 11:02:00 PM

We must be living in the golden age of archery. There are so many phenomenal bowyers out there. How does one decide........

stickandstring · January 07, 2013, 05:16:00 AM

We must be living in the golden age of archery. There are so many phenomenal bowyers out there. How does one decide........

Stone Knife · January 07, 2013, 07:16:00 AM

Nice bow Drew, I like the fact that your draw is so long you need two arm guards

HMlongbow · January 08, 2013, 01:09:00 PM

For all that have shot the pass around static-
Do you have any final thoughts on the bows performance, shootability and just plain un-bias opinion of it? I know most people keeping up with this post are wanting to see what you guys think about these pass-around bows and myself included.
Good shooting
Dave

drewsbow · January 08, 2013, 08:43:00 PM

Dave : I think its a great shooting bow, very smooth , no hand shock and points well. I think the cast and performance is right up there with all of the best bows I have shot. The only down side for me is the physical weight , now if this was a one or two piece bow I would have to be thinking about specs. Drew

Longbowlogan · January 08, 2013, 09:37:00 PM

I have the bow right now and its a pleasure to shoot. This bow points very well for me, the only thing I dislike about this bow is the top part of the riser. I shot it at a traditional league last friday and most of the guys there agreed about the top part of the riser. Everyone there thought it was a great shooter and were impressed by how queit it is. The grip fits very well and the finish is top shelf. If this bow was 7-10lbs heavier it would be hard to ship it out! I was wondering and had some other guys ask about the price on this model of bow. Thanks!

HMlongbow · January 08, 2013, 09:46:00 PM

The price on this static model starts at $725 with black glass and upgrade to clear glass and veneers is $75. Type of woods would be adjusted in price as well. I think that compared to what is out there it's a great starting price. I will be looking into a one piece in the future Drew,so I will keep you posted.
Hope this helps and if there are any questions feel free to email or call me.
Good shooting

elkken · January 08, 2013, 10:15:00 PM

The bow was an all around success for me. Looked great, shot great, riser fit "me" very well. I did not have any negatives that jumped out at me other than the weight was a bit light for all my arrows and I had to work at getting the right arrow combo too long. That would not happen if I ordered " my' weight I'm sure. I might like to try a 60" instead of the 62 ... I have owned LOTS of bows and this was right up there with any of them. At the time I tried this one I was shooting/hunting with a Blacktail Elite VL at 50# and this bow shot every bit as well and a bit quieter.

HMlongbow · January 09, 2013, 03:36:00 PM

That's awesome guys and appreciate the feedback. I am always looking to get some feedback from others across the board. I have great feedback from our local shooters here. I have adjusted over the years in fit and performance but that is why I like the pass around to get a more rounded and un-bias opinion from afar.
Thanks for the input and good shooting,
Dave

Longbowlogan · January 10, 2013, 08:43:00 AM

The more I shoot this bow the more I like it! Very quiet and hit's were I look, I finally got a chance to shoot it outside and I was sending arrow after arrow through the soft spot in my 3d deer target!

HMlongbow · January 10, 2013, 06:23:00 PM

I am glad you are having success with the bow Logan. I am pleased on the design and the way it shoots. That was a year in the making with fine tuning and plenty of design redo's. I won't make it unless I like the way it shoots. I am actually shooting a 47# 62" AMO static for the circuit this winter. I am having great success with it so far and increased my first shoot from last year by 34 points. So say the least I am enjoying it the more I shoot it too...
Good shooting,
Dave

HMlongbow · January 13, 2013, 05:51:00 PM

Well I do believe the bow is off to the next guy in line and that is M60gunner. The person ahead I didn't have the address and he will be next if you are following.
Good shooting,
Dave

HMlongbow · January 16, 2013, 06:47:00 PM

He should have it anytime I would assume.
Good shooting,
dave