In my sons honor/memory

b.glass · June 18, 2008, 03:16:00 PM

I have made some selfbows and some BBO bows but got away from all that for a while when I got a fiberglass longbow. One of the last bows I made was a BBO bow according to Dean Torges video. I backed it with a piece of bamboo that he gave me at Cloverdale a few years ago when I introduced him to my children and he said to make a bow for my son. I have had it out and shooting it lately and not too badly I might add! I'm thinking I might try to take a deer this season with it and a cane arrow tipped with a stone point.
I think I'm going to name the bow Princess Mononoke (Mow-no-no-kay). He used to like alot of that Japanese animation and this is a movie he liked.
This bow will have a lot of mojo for me. I will keep you all posted on updates if you are interested.

TimZeigler · June 18, 2008, 03:29:00 PM

Absolutely, keep us up to date. If you have any questions regarding boo arras, just ask away. Tim

knightd · June 18, 2008, 03:32:00 PM

I would like it if you keep me posted on updates, please. Do you have any pictures of the bow? I would really like to see them if you do. Thanks.

Chris Surtees · June 18, 2008, 03:34:00 PM

Very touching...keep us posted on how your hunts are going. Sounds like you will have lots of mojo on your side as well.

CS

cdworks · June 18, 2008, 03:35:00 PM

Keep us updated... I like that movie... i think miyazaki did that one. all of his movies are outstanding!

Legolas · June 18, 2008, 03:42:00 PM

May the comfort of a sunrise as seen from a treestand warm your heart,may the sound of running water in the forest stir the energy in you to continue to live, and may your love for your son give you peace.

Paulie

b.glass · June 18, 2008, 04:02:00 PM

That gave me chills Paulie. Thank you.
I am making some changes to the bows grip. I will post pics soon.

Hood · June 18, 2008, 05:01:00 PM

Sounds like there is a lot of Mojo there.

Good Luck this fall!

TomK · June 18, 2008, 05:39:00 PM

The bow that I made for my Grandson before his untimely departure hangs in a special place on my wall. Each time I hold the bow in my hand I can almost feel his presence. The pain of loosing him never seems to lessen even though it's been a tad over four years now. Each of us seek healing, and find a measure of release in the best manner that we can. I can sympathize with you in a way that some folks can't. I wish you the best in the making of this bow, for I know what it must mean to you. May God guide your hands Brother.

ratgunner · June 18, 2008, 05:58:00 PM

"may your bow bring much mojo"

kennym · June 18, 2008, 06:57:00 PM

God bless you and yours

frassettor · June 18, 2008, 07:18:00 PM

Looking foward to hearing more.

BLACK WOLF · June 18, 2008, 07:23:00 PM

That bow will definitely be something special. I look forward to hearing about the adventures you'll have with it.

Ray

Sarah · June 18, 2008, 07:40:00 PM

A very special way to be close to your son. Few parents these days have a way to maintain those bonds like this. Thank you and please continue to share.

Sarah

SOS · June 18, 2008, 07:47:00 PM

I don't know the whole story, but as a parent, I imagine it would bring both a tear to my eye and a smile to my face. I believe any memory of your son you take to the woods would make each sunrise that much more special. God's Peace. Steve

longstick · June 18, 2008, 07:57:00 PM

DEFINITLY keep us posted! Lots of luck and MOJO for you!

bowhunterfrompast · June 18, 2008, 08:08:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by SOS:
I don't know the whole story, but as a parent, I imagine it would bring both a tear to my eye and a smile to my face. I believe any memory of your son you take to the woods would make each sunrise that much more special. God's Peace. Steve

Steve and others said it well. Keep us posted.

TradPaul · June 19, 2008, 12:43:00 AM

Way to go B,

cant wait to hear of it.

P.

b.glass · June 19, 2008, 03:25:00 AM

I'm here at work and have a minute. Have you ever noticed how work seems to get in the way? I had a minute to shoot a few arrows before getting ready and the first three arrows made quite a nice group! Shooting left a little for some reason. The handle of the bow felt a little square where my thumb joint rested so I had filed a dip for that area to rest in. But I think I need to take a little more off because I think I was torquing the bow, causing the arrows to fly left.

b.glass · June 19, 2008, 03:39:00 AM

I have some pics and will post them when I get home. I was shooting some poc arrows footed with purple heart made by Wildcat Canyon Archery.
I also have a pic of the possible handle wrap. It is braintan moose. It may be too thick to feel right. I might go with some braintan deer. It would be alot thinner and I could feel the thumb placement easier.