Great Northern "Bush" Bow/Photos

Lamey · November 14, 2009, 04:32:00 PM

When I first decided I was going to finally make time to do some of the things ive been putting off for 20+ years, I picked up a Trad. Bowhunter. The advertisement on the back page was a Great Northern "Bush" bow. After pondering it a few days I called GN and spoke with Jerry. Was one of those conversations that seemed like we knew each other already. Have alot of common interests (Jerry is a big custom knife fan).

Any how to make a long story short, I gave it some more thought after our initial conversation, called Jerry back the next day and asked if he had any "Curly Hickory". He had enough for 1 bow. I was wanting a fairly compact bow, and the wood he had worked out perfectly as he barely had enough for a 60" Bush Bow.

I placed the order about 6 weeks ago, and in fridays mail I recieved the Bow.

Specs-
60" Bush Bow, #51 @ 28
Curly Hickory Limbs
Coca Bola riser (thought i ordered Shedua, but im quite sure its Coca Bola).

Havent shot much as Im buzy with kids this weekend. My initial impression was that the grip was going to be too small (top to bottom), but in shooting that issue doesnt arise.

The Bow is deceptively simple, and therein lies the charm. On initial draw this bow really opens up nicely and feels like a #45 bow... really. It is very smooth from initial draw to anchor, and really does feel much lighter than its actual weight.

Grabbed six 530 grain cedar arrows to practice, 5 out of the 6 were in the kill at 15 yards. I know that dont mean much to most of you here that can really shoot, but for a beginner that shoots "average" at best, that made me smile.

Shot a few more strings and found as long as I "picked" my spot, the bow would put them RIGHT there.

Its not as quiet as I expected, but they may just be a matter of "tuning" and some cat whiskers!

Any how, will post a follow up when I get more time.

Ghost Dog · November 14, 2009, 05:08:00 PM

My favorite and a beauty too! The curly hickory is really great looking. Thanks for all the images.

ron w · November 14, 2009, 05:14:00 PM

I have one thats got Osage limbs 51# @ 29", they are sweet and very nice to carry. Just two wool puffs and she will be silent!

Fletcher · November 14, 2009, 05:19:00 PM

Lamey, I've been shooting a GN Critter Gitter for a couple years and IMO, you made a great choice. My CG is church mouse quiet and your Bush Bow can be, too. Add some Wooly Whispers or such and play with the brace a bit and you will be there. Your riser is Coco Bolo Dymondwood; good stuff.

J-dog · November 14, 2009, 05:42:00 PM

man I really like the looks of the bushbow. Just havn't been pushed ove the edge to order one yet! This may do it!

Noce bow there!

J

lpcjon2 · November 14, 2009, 05:44:00 PM

That's sweeeet!

PaPaFrank · November 14, 2009, 06:34:00 PM

WOW! What a Beauty!!

Molson · November 14, 2009, 06:35:00 PM

Great looking bow Matt. That looks like the Shedua dymondwood in both my Ghosts but it and the Cocobolo can really be close. Those Bushbows are sweet.

DannyBows · November 14, 2009, 07:32:00 PM

That's a beauty! Congrats!

Jedimaster · November 14, 2009, 07:47:00 PM

Nicest looking Bush Bow I've seen! I really have a fondness for good looking hickory and your's is outstanding. I had one for a while and you'll be surprised how quiet that bow can get.

Lamey · November 14, 2009, 07:52:00 PM

thanks all, im going to try and find some sllencers tommorow, maybe Bass Pro will have some.

Wannabe1 · November 14, 2009, 08:49:00 PM

Definitely a looker! String silencers will most likely take care of any noise issues. Congratulations and good luck with her.

Jack Denbow · November 14, 2009, 09:09:00 PM

WOW that bow sure looks nice. While I have about a dozen Great Northern's, I do not have a Bushbow but my next bow will be a Bushbow.
Jack

korn stalker · November 14, 2009, 09:44:00 PM

Great Northern bows are just the best of the best.... And you won't find a nicer guy than Jerry Brumm! Great choice

champ38 · November 14, 2009, 09:57:00 PM

Great looking bow Matt, nice to see you dropping in on the gang.Let me know what you think of the TC when you get her. Take care, Shane

horatio1226 · November 14, 2009, 10:50:00 PM

Real nice bow!

SveinD · November 15, 2009, 03:00:00 AM

Gratz on a nice looking longbow!

May she bring you many a good time!

Lamey · November 15, 2009, 10:50:00 AM

thanks all, Shane i was supposed to go pick up that TC and do some hunting in Mississippi 2 weeks ago, but havent beeen able to get ahold of my buddy down there.

any how, lookin fwd. to shooting this bow some more today.

fishone · November 15, 2009, 11:48:00 AM

You can't beat a Great Northern longbow or Jerry.
I just ordered a 62", Bushbow, jacknife from Jerry. It should be here in about 6 wks. I have a 62" Critter Gitter, jacknife, that is a pleasure to shoot. They have excellent speed, are very quiet and you can shoot various spined arrows.

Lamey · November 15, 2009, 02:54:00 PM

well after a PM from Molson, i just took some of my wifes wool yarn, made a few wraps around 3 fingers (10 wraps), slipped that in the string, clipped the ends.... and SHAZAM! I know have a VERY quiet bow!

I was actually shocked how well that worked, really took all of the noize away and 99% of any hand vibration I was feeling.

All without spending any $$, thats one of the many things I love about traditional archery, its not competely driven by market media.

Again, im amazed how well just a little bit of wool yarn worked. Wasnt exactly sure where to place the wool, so i measured down 10" from the bottom eye of the string.

Thanks all!!