Fundraiser Auction 3 of 3, benefiting Kayla Carlson Timber Ghost w/ 2 sets of limbs

Drew · August 25, 2009, 08:38:00 AM

This is the third auction to raise money for the daughter and family of Leroy "GoldenHawk" Carlson. Leroy was a friend to many, and a person who loved to watch bow limbs bend and the arrows flight. He was loved by many, not just for his personality, his ability to spin a great string, or his addiction to buying, selling, and trading bows, but for his big heart and true caring for the people who make up Tradgang. Sadly Leroy took his own life in May of 2008.

We hope this auction will raise some much needed money for Kayla and Chester, and to honor our departed friend by passing on a few possessions he loved. If you ever had the chance to hunt or shoot with Leroy you know the passion he held for bows and hunting. So in memory of a good friend we offer the following for auction:

"Timber Ghost" 3pc bow RH 56" tip to tip unstrung.
It has the inscription "Ituksum 2007" which I believe is where Leroy went Bear Hunting. The riser always has his name on it.
The riser appears to be Bocate and Osage.
The Long bow limbs are Bocate veneer and are marked 53#@29"
The Recurve limbs feature Curly Maple veneers and are marked 54#@28".
We do not have strings for this bow. This is a beautiful bow and I do believe the bowyer is no longer making them. (If anyone has any more info about this bow please feel free to add your comments)

The auction will start on 8/25 and end on Monday 8/31 at 10:00 PM EST. The highest bid at the end of the auction will be declared the winner. ***Payment must be a Money order made out to Chester Carlson, and mailed to Tim Fishell 37 W. 34th Street, Holland MI. 49423.***

The Bow and limbs will be shipped from Joe Lasch (Whip) at Prairie Traditions upon verification of payment. (All the bows will ship once Chester verifies he receives the money orders)

We sincerely hope that people bid high to honor a friend and to help his family, as LeRoy was always willing to help others. A special thanks to Terry and the moderators of TG for allowing us to do this, and to Sue and Joe for all their help and support!

Thanks for your understanding and best of luck to the highest bidder.
Tim Fishell & Drew Vincent.

Keep shooting straight Bro!

S. Brant Osborn · August 25, 2009, 08:58:00 AM

$600

Brant

Drew · August 25, 2009, 09:01:00 AM

Thanks Brant not only for stepping up to get this started but putting out a great bid!

Talondale · August 25, 2009, 09:19:00 AM

I was just sharpening a knife last night that was given to me by Leroy and remembering his kindness to a new convert.

jacobsladder · August 25, 2009, 09:57:00 AM

Thanks Drew,Tim and to all who are making this happen for Leroys family. Leroy was a great trad bud, shared our campfire, and is surely missed. I'll never forget the funny bear story...He always stood behind his deals and usually added something extra..... thanks again to all!

jacobsladder · August 25, 2009, 11:36:00 AM

ttt

GRINCH · August 25, 2009, 12:19:00 PM

ttt

Tim Fishell · August 25, 2009, 03:02:00 PM

Thanks for posting this Drew!! We are off to a great start!!

houseman · August 25, 2009, 06:15:00 PM

ttt. I miss pal

Lewis Brookshire III · August 25, 2009, 07:26:00 PM

can we get a picture of the bow strung with both sets of limbs.

heydeerman · August 25, 2009, 07:35:00 PM

Lewis....he said he had no strings for the bow.

If the winning bidder will contact me I'll make em a longbow and recurve string out of TS1 Plus for this bow.

S. Brant Osborn · August 25, 2009, 07:48:00 PM

I will be glad to call you when I win his bow! HA! Besides Mr Lewis, you would probably enjoy the RER more go ahead and bid on that one! HA!
Brant

Pinecone · August 25, 2009, 08:45:00 PM

...Not so fast, Brant. I'm thinking $650

!

Claudia

Lewis Brookshire III · August 25, 2009, 08:57:00 PM

LOL, I didnt read the string part....I was too busy drooling over the bow!

S. Brant Osborn · August 25, 2009, 09:00:00 PM

Just think about it. You dont have to comit yourself until lets say August 32nd of Neverwary!

I need to go count my pennies, BUT I SHALL RETURN!
B.

heydeerman · August 25, 2009, 09:02:00 PM

Ya know...this is an auction and I'd like to help out. I offered the strings but it would be nice if the winner threw something in as part of the auction. Every little bit would help. If the winner choses to not do so they still get the strings but now you'll feel bad.

I am a little limited in colors but you'll get 2 well made strings that will look good on that bow. Silencers included.

Pinecone · August 25, 2009, 09:03:00 PM

Okay...I'll be waiting!

S. Brant Osborn · August 25, 2009, 09:07:00 PM

15...16...17...

Hey Pinecone! You made me loose my count! Now I have to start over.

I'll be back Missy. But I will let you sweat awhile. Besides, I need to size up Lewis.
B.

Tim Fishell · August 25, 2009, 09:08:00 PM

Jim, thanks for helping out with the strings buddy!! We are already doing more than I thought we would. But then again people on this site never cease to amaze me.

Claudia, you are just awesome!!

S. Brant Osborn · August 25, 2009, 09:11:00 PM

Don't agg her on man! This is war! I may even have to let the female of the house know that I may or may not be needing a little extra money of said endever that I may or may not tell her about. That will be trickey!