Got my JavaMan Elkheart magnum today!

johnnyk71 · February 09, 2026, 06:51:48 PM

This thing is an absolute tack driver, right out of the box! With no tinkering other than an estimated arrow length and point weight, I was slamming bullseyes at 20 and 25 yards from the first shot. The thing is absolutely tiny and feather light. 52" long, 51#@28". Threw on a GT trad blem, 32.5", 125 weight field point (will cut this down and add point weight ASAP). It also doesn't hurt that it is a complete work of art. Gregg is amazing.

johnnyk71 · February 09, 2026, 06:53:51 PM

@Maclean, thank you for all the advice and pics! I ended up getting myrtle burl and G10 in the riser, and lightly stained olive ash limb veneers, along with moose antler overlays on the handle and tips. I love it!

Stumpkiller · February 09, 2026, 08:21:30 PM

Very, very nice!

djohnson · February 09, 2026, 08:50:05 PM

Beauty! Congrats.

Maclean · February 09, 2026, 11:08:12 PM

That's a sweet looking rig Johnny! Gregg never disappoints.

I have the same impressions of the 52" Magnum, I'm simply amazed by how well this short bow shoots. It puts a smile on my face every time I shoot it. Gregg Coffey is a genius.

I'll be sharing some new pics any day now.

Stringwacker · February 10, 2026, 06:39:58 AM

Nice looking bow...and equally as nice shooting. Looks like you and your bow were made for each other!

8upbowhunter · February 10, 2026, 06:56:38 AM

Nice bow and great shooting, congrats.

LookMomNoSights · February 10, 2026, 08:06:00 AM

Looks like you're sitting pretty, beautiful bow for sure

KSshrewman · February 10, 2026, 02:47:54 PM

JD Page · February 10, 2026, 05:29:58 PM

Nice Bow! Great details in the craftsmanship.

Possum Head · February 10, 2026, 07:43:01 PM

Short bows often get a bad wrap for accuracy. I suppose design is what it's about when you get one that behaves well. That is one sweet lookin stick Johnny.I never met a Burl I didn't like. Congrats and enjoy!

Michpatriot · February 10, 2026, 08:41:53 PM

Got a soft spot for shortys myself..that's a real nice looking bow! I have a long draw and have really come to like long arrows..ive been shooting 34" 350s with my 54" Shrew for a few years. I've tried a bunch of different arrow weights and length..tuned and fumed.. Longer the shaft the better for me on the lil shortys..hey man! With those arrows shooting like that..I wouldn't go chasing heavy rainbows too far..by the sound of it..you got the hunting magic dialed first try!