HH bug got me ... Part One!

Mudd · September 05, 2012, 10:32:00 PM

SportHunter that is definitely a list of details.

I sometimes wish I could be a detail oriented soul but alas it's not gonna happen at this late stage of my life.

There just aren't enough pressures that can be applied to make me get motivated to gather and type all of that stuff...lol

Mine are pretty bows that shoot great... all I need to know or care to know.

I'm sorry if that sounds like a bad attitude, it's the one I'm stuck with.

It's awesome that some of you enjoy the details.

My buddy Tony is a great guy who just loves details. He's got that engineers mind going for him..lol

God bless,Mudd

PS: I'm sorry if I got off track. I love my Hill and Hill style bows. Sunset Hill, Osage Royale, Dave Johnson, and HH (finished bow blank).

Bob B. · September 05, 2012, 10:49:00 PM

I love reading all these posts on Hill bows. I have been shooting a lot this summer and play with all my bows. I still keep comming back to my Shrew Hill however. I cannot explain it, she is very plain looking. There is nothing flashy or fancy about her at all, it does not even have a performance string. It is not the fastest bow I own. I just NEED to shoot it. It feels so natural to me. That slim easy pulling bow some how has a connection with something deep inside me. I feel so content shooting her.

Bob.

Mudd · September 05, 2012, 11:21:00 PM

Bob B,

I just loved your post about your bow.

I totally understand. If I am reading you correctly it's not nearly as much as how efficient or great the bow is as much as just how the bow makes you feel when you're shooting it.

I put my hand to my bow and I am transported to a different time and place. Could be "Sherwood" maybe not but it is a special feeling.

Thanks for your post.

God bless,Mudd

toddster · September 06, 2012, 05:34:00 AM

Just something about shooting a "HIll style" longbow the magic and legacy. they are not fast, but beautiful, sleek and forgiving. Watching that arrow sail into the target or animal quietly is so awesome.

WidowEater · September 06, 2012, 04:19:00 PM

Ever since I received my Northern Mist Shelton I totally lost interest in one of the finest bows I have ever owned and the only bow Ive had for the last 3 years, Liberty English.

In fact, I even sold it.

I have gotten way too much into this Hill Style thing. (if that is possible) I have thrown away instinctive shooting altogether and am working on good form and split vision shooting. I used to be a snap instinctive shooter and I can already tell that split vision is going to make me wayyy more accurate. It takes a lot more time and effort though.

During this process I have also realized that I overbowed myself. Not by too much though thankfully. I can only really shoot about 12-16 arrows though before I start feeling fatigued to the point that I know my form will break down. So I stop right then and either wait until later in the day to shoot 12-16 more I just wait until the next day. Eventually Ill be able to shoot more and more at a time. Im not even shooting for accuracy now, just form and my groups are still tighter than when I was instincive. Im not closing my eyes though the way Hill, Shultz, and Ferguson suggest. (so shoot me)

Going to be a fun fall dialing all of this in and hopefully I will be ready to shoot stacks come the Hog Hunt. Ill have plenty of time since I wont be hunting during fall.

Pat B. · September 06, 2012, 05:49:00 PM

I agree about the Shelton !

Got one from Steve not to long ago and it is an amazing bow and Steve is a great guy to deal with. Very easy to talk with and extremely knowledgeable!

Given that the Shelton is a string follow bow it's performance amazes me. Flings an arrow downrange in a hurry. What's more is I'm able to shoot it quite well, for me.. It's a great bow and I can't wait to get it to the woods.. I expect some critters will be wishing I didn't get along so well with this bow, grin..

Ben Maher · September 06, 2012, 06:51:00 PM

Giddyuuupppp Pat !

MikeNova · September 06, 2012, 08:18:00 PM

Anyone shoot anything yet? Been 3 times so far seen does each time. Doe day will start on the 15th and yes I have 2 tags!

Mike Walker · September 06, 2012, 09:20:00 PM

SportHunter.........thanks for the info.

Longbowwally · September 06, 2012, 09:46:00 PM

Beauty and the beast - my Northern Mist Classic(I call her Brown Sugar) fully outfitted and ready to hunt:

Rik · September 06, 2012, 10:24:00 PM

Methinks by the time I return to read these pages on October 1, there will be blood drawn by the Hill Gang.

See ya in a few weeks when elk season ends. Until then, hunt hard, have fun, and shoot straight! The high country is calling. . .

Charlie Lamb · September 06, 2012, 10:34:00 PM

Good luck, be safe and have fun in the high country buddy!!
Shoot a biggun.

Ben Maher · September 06, 2012, 11:38:00 PM

go get 'em Mr Hinton !

Pat B. · September 06, 2012, 11:49:00 PM

Good luck, Rik..

We'll be waiting for a story from you.

molongbowman · September 06, 2012, 11:56:00 PM

I am new here and not with a lot of posts but I could not resist this. I to love the Hill bows. I have a 68" Redman, 68" Tembo, 68" Robin Hood, 68" Wesley and two 70" Kramers when they were made under contract for HHA, Two 66" Miller bamboo bows. The feel these bows give me and the rich history about them is in the heart. No bow or style of shooting has a hold of me like these do. I really enjoy reading all of the posts and utube dlips. May the Hill bows live on forever!!! Your friend, Steve

Bob B. · September 07, 2012, 12:16:00 AM

Sounds like a hell of a collection of incredible bows molongbowman! Wow!

I love the feel of the shot ... as well as the sound. I shoot often after work to unwind. I shoot at night ot unwind, I shoot at half time of packer games (at my house of course) to settle down ... I guess it is just good therapy!

There is a contentment there that is hard to explain.

Bob.

molongbowman · September 07, 2012, 12:31:00 AM

Bob, you have a nice collection as well. It takes a while to get them but they are more than worth the wait. I try and shoot everyday. Been a loooong hot summer but it is starting to cool down a little. Season opens here in a couple weeks. Can't wait. Used to shoe horses for 25 years and have had two knee surgies. A little slower now but thats ok. Steve

Butch Speer · September 07, 2012, 08:49:00 PM

September 07, 2012, 09:19:00 PM

Has anyone ever tested a 70" Hill that has a 28" or shorter draw and then compared an identical weight shorter Hill bow with the same draw and arrow? I was asked this from a prospective buyer that like the looks and feel of the longer bow, but has second thoughts about the length and was then thinking about how short he could go for more power. My longer bows are not comparable since they are not standard stuff and the 70" Hill bow that he had a chance to shoot was way too light for him to get a comparison to others.

kestimator · September 07, 2012, 11:46:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by molongbowman:
I am new here and not with a lot of posts but I could not resist this. I to love the Hill bows. I have a 68" Redman, 68" Tembo, 68" Robin Hood, 68" Wesley and two 70" Kramers when they were made under contract for HHA, Two 66" Miller bamboo bows. The feel these bows give me and the rich history about them is in the heart. No bow or style of shooting has a hold of me like these do. I really enjoy reading all of the posts and utube dlips. May the Hill bows live on forever!!! Your friend, Steve

Welcome Steve!!!
I don't think Mr. Hill's legacy will fade any time soon if these guys have anything to say about it!