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Canadian-guerilla | 07-24-2009 06:44 PM
ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) i've never used a compound bow, like to keep it simple a simple one-piece recurve or double recurve for me :ok: and maybe a takedown recurve

Professur | 07-24-2009 06:56 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) I've got a cheap fibreglass recurve (15lbs ... for the wannabees), a 50lbs compound hoyt MT sport ... for practice, and an Oneida AF @ 70lbs ... for showing off.

Canadian-guerilla | 07-24-2009 07:02 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Professur (Post 1834319) I've got a cheap fibreglass recurve (15lbs ... for the wannabees), a 50lbs compound hoyt MT sport ... for practice, and an Oneida AF @ 70lbs ... for showing off.
what is " showing off " distance for you ? EDIT: just saw a pic of the Oneida AF, too complicated for me

Professur | 07-24-2009 07:21 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) When I was shooting it, I was punching through 4" of fibreboard at 20 yards, with a field tip. My old bow before the MT was better, tho. A 70lbs hoyt superslam. 50% let off as opposed to 80% withe the AF. Noone would even consider attempting to pull it, even though I shot round after round at the club. My insistance at staying with AL shafts instead of going to CF was all that prevented me from having to pickup arrows from behind the targets. I really shouldn't have sold it, but I got about twice what I paid for it in the sale, so I'm not complaining.

mtnman | 07-24-2009 10:51 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) I too prefer a re-curve. Here�s my selection, The white one is my favorite. It�s a Ben Pearson �Javelina� it�s 66� long with a 45# pull. The center one is another Ben Pearson, it�s a Cougar. It�s 62� long with a 40# pull. And the little one is a Ben Pearson Spoiler. It�s only 52� long but it has a 50# pull. <?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p> I�d say I shoot weekly on average. I can hit center mass of a human size target at 100 yards with any one of these bows. <o:p></o:p> I�ve got a compound bow too but it�s just for hanging on the wall and looking at. It�s the one in the second picture. It�s one of the first Bear Compound bows made. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...37879/Bow1.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...37879/Bow2.jpg

Between The Wheels | 07-24-2009 10:58 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Here's a 'traditional archery locator': http://www.tradshops.com/shop-list.php

specsaregood | 07-24-2009 11:02 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Thanks for starting the thread. So, my wife hates guns but she is a fan of archery. So, say I wanted to get her something worthwhile that she is capable of learning to use what are the recommendations? Normal sized American female but with decent upper body strength (she used to haul a hundred+ air tanks on and off of dive boats every day) but not a brute.

scyth | 07-24-2009 11:08 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Mountainman - As much as a hate to say it, I call bullshit. Center mass at 100 yards? No way. Bows are like pistols; essentially close range weapons. They depend on stealth and approach. Even with the latest compounds, or For that matter, crossbows. scyth

damoc | 07-24-2009 11:10 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) i cant do it but i know a lot of people that can center mass at 100 yards

scyth | 07-24-2009 11:15 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) damoc - Prove it. It might educate me. scyth

Big Country | 07-24-2009 11:49 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) with a modern compound: <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/sr2McOMJLgQ&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/sr2McOMJLgQ&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> 160 yards, easily center mass here is a guy with a homemade bow shooting at 80 yards: <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/JVrkeXdGEOQ&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/JVrkeXdGEOQ&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> and these here are just easy on the eyes :banana::36_3_16::banana: <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/VxtBG6FfSSw&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/VxtBG6FfSSw&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object> <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/mdThKm-UE74&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/mdThKm-UE74&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Silver Belle | 07-25-2009 01:53 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by specsaregood (Post 1834684) Thanks for starting the thread. So, my wife hates guns but she is a fan of archery. So, say I wanted to get her something worthwhile that she is capable of learning to use what are the recommendations? Normal sized American female but with decent upper body strength (she used to haul a hundred+ air tanks on and off of dive boats every day) but not a brute.
I am 5'2" - small hands, but good upper body strength due to the farm and to kayaking. I have a Browning Micro Midas 2 -- 45# draw with a 70% letoff. It is a nice little bow for a woman. Not sure what the Micro Midas 3 is like (that is the newest one), but I love my MM2. Guys at the range are often surprised at the speed of my arrows. I would recommend this one to anyone. I love it!

Professur | 07-25-2009 06:50 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) I got the midas 3 for my daughter. It's real claim to fame is that it's by far got th elongest adjustment of any bow on the market. Most compound bows have and adjustment of plus or minus an inch without having to change the cams. the MM can swing 10" of draw length, and about 20lbs of pull. And , yeah, at 20 yards it may not have the punch of my monster, but it hits hard enough. 100 yards ... olympic archers with modern equipment compete at ranges of 70-90 yards ... and hit bulls. Yeah, it's doable, with consistancy. Modern bows and sights being what they are. One of the guys I used to shoot with shot recurve at that distance. Watching him shoot was a clinic. Perfect, identical body posture every bloody time. BUT ... that's standing perfectly still and shooting a stationary target in still air. Me, I was practicing something a little more practical. Sit on the floor, knees under you, nocked bow across the knees. At the mark, slowly rise to your knees, draw, shoot and hit, and back down. Hit bulls like that, and you're killing something. Without standing, it's hard to make more than 20 yards with consistency. Standing, it's hard to make a live target stick around to get shot.

mtnman | 07-25-2009 10:00 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by scyth (Post 1834689) Mountainman - As much as a hate to say it, I call bullshit. Center mass at 100 yards? No way. Bows are like pistols; essentially close range weapons. They depend on stealth and approach. Even with the latest compounds, or For that matter, crossbows. scyth
I would never try to hunt at that distance, but hitting a human size target is not that hard. As for a close range weapon, a bow started out as a long-range weapon in medieval times. Also at that distance you're not going to punch through an animal or human, but an arrow stuck 6-7" in your gut is going to ruin your day and stop an advance. Another thing, a 100-yard shot is not even close to a flat shot, it's a tall arch. Those bows with training wheels are very good for close flat shots, that's why people hunt with them. I never really understood why you'd want a heavy draw with a light hold pressure. I've never held my bow at full draw. I was taught to draw the bow and as you're drawing the bow, sight off the tip of your arrow and as soon as your thumb touches your cheek, release. I've also never liked the idea of these mechanical release devices. Once again I was taught, one finger above the arrow and two below. I learned to shoot a bow in the Boy Scouts with a long bow, that was 40+ years ago, been shooting ever since.

Awoke | 07-25-2009 01:01 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) I shoot a Bowtech Allegiance set at 63Lb draw with aluminum superslams and Muzzy 3 blades tips, 100 grain. Pretty good shot at 20 yards, but I don't really practice long range shooting. Just hunting ranges.

specsaregood | 07-25-2009 02:13 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Silver Belle (Post 1834836) I am 5'2" - small hands, but good upper body strength due to the farm and to kayaking. I have a Browning Micro Midas 2 -- 45# draw with a 70% letoff. It is a nice little bow for a woman. Not sure what the Micro Midas 3 is like (that is the newest one), but I love my MM2. Guys at the range are often surprised at the speed of my arrows. I would recommend this one to anyone. I love it!
Thanks SB. It does look like a good bow for her. Unless anybody else here at GIM has a better suggestion I'll start trying to find either an MM2 or MM3.

Professur | 07-26-2009 10:49 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Right or left hand? I know someone who might have one available.

Professur | 07-26-2009 11:04 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by mtnman (Post 1835077) Those bows with training wheels are very good for close flat shots, that's why people hunt with them. I never really understood why you'd want a heavy draw with a light hold pressure. I've never held my bow at full draw. I was taught to draw the bow and as you're drawing the bow, sight off the tip of your arrow and as soon as your thumb touches your cheek, release. I've also never liked the idea of these mechanical release devices. Once again I was taught, one finger above the arrow and two below. I learned to shoot a bow in the Boy Scouts with a long bow, that was 40+ years ago, been shooting ever since.
I shoot my compounds without a release or finger tab. Most of the folks at the club are still trying to figure that one out. With my 50% let off Superslam, I'd work hard at holding at full tension. Not easy, as that frame was heavy. Nearly 5lbs at arm's length. My best was a little over 5 minutes, and a 10 ring. Held it longer, but wasn't a dead hit so in my book, it doesn't count. As for letoff ... to each his own. I like the idea that, if I get to full pull and the target spooks ... I can hold for a bit to let it settle. I've shot recurve too, don't get me wrong ... but when you get 50lbs to full pull and the breeze picks up, you're gonna miss unless you can hold it that bit longer to make the adjustment. Not to mention the difference between 150fps for a long bow compared to nearly 400fps for a compound .... there's plenty to understand. But I was regularly shooting right beside a guy shooting 'instinctive'. A custom longbow, wood shafts, no sights .... He'd shoot at playing cards. He was lucky to hit it one of three at 20yds. He enjoyed it, tho. And unless you're putting supper on the table, or lives on the line, that's what counts, right?

specsaregood | 07-30-2009 01:34 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by specsaregood (Post 1835321) Thanks SB. It does look like a good bow for her. Unless anybody else here at GIM has a better suggestion I'll start trying to find either an MM2 or MM3.
I found a used one on craigslist with lots of goodies for $75 bucks. Hopefully going to pick it up tomorrow. Thanks again SB.

reviver | 07-30-2009 01:50 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) I use an late 60s Howatt Hunter recurve, and a small 52 inch deflex reflex longbow. I use instinctive shooting.

Silver Belle | 07-30-2009 02:27 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by specsaregood (Post 1842685) I found a used one on craigslist with lots of goodies for $75 bucks. Hopefully going to pick it up tomorrow. Thanks again SB.
My pleasure, Specs...I hope she enjoys it as much as I do mine. Every woman I know who has actually picked up a bow and has spent a little time shooting seems to enjoy it. Problem is, not enough of us pick up bows. Oh...and if that goofy N20 hat comes in a camo version...she's all set!

damoc | 07-31-2009 01:50 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) just wanted to post this <object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/p-EtQIonrB0&rel=0&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&fe ature=player_profilepage&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/p-EtQIonrB0&rel=0&color1=0xb1b1b1&color2=0xcfcfcf&fe ature=player_profilepage&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Professur | 07-31-2009 08:17 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Belle .... I hope this doesn't come out wrong, but do your boobs get in the way when you shoot? Several of the wimmen I used to shoot with were large wimmen and needed to wear a chest protector to keep from getting string slap on their bosom. I'm asking because my daughter is wanting to get back into shooting, but she's a little more advanced puberty-wise since she last shot. Other, smaller wimmen in the club didn't use them, but I don't know whether that was because of a difference in stance (the smaller wimmen tended to use compounds, the larger recurves) or simply size ... and it's not the sort of thing you can just bring up without someone thinking I'm spending my sessions checking them out, y'know. Not to mention that Spec's missus might profit from that information too. I can't imagine that a string slap would be a very good introduction to the hobby.

JJ_ | 07-31-2009 10:54 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) 2 Attachment(s) since the good Professur brought it up... This lady seems to have modified her form to avoid injuring herself:biggrin: Attachment 76636 Attachment 76637

Professur | 07-31-2009 11:09 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) That's a damn short axle-to-axle bow.

horseshoe3 | 07-31-2009 11:24 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) I'd also be a little concerned if I had long hair that wasn't tied back.

St. Germain | 07-31-2009 12:04 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) They may not be real - but who cares. ST

horseshoe3 | 07-31-2009 01:00 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) MAY not?????? Man you're optimistic.

Golddust | 07-31-2009 01:20 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Who cares?? Nice pic's amongst other things :23_30_104: Also very nice form :beer: :biggrin:

Professur | 07-31-2009 01:22 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Elbow's a little high, actually. And she's arching her back. Neither are very good for consistency.

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Golddust | 07-31-2009 02:14 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Professur (Post 1845452) Elbow's a little high, actually. And she's arching her back. Neither are very good for consistency.
Well I would say arching the back is needed to counterbalance her center of gravity.:biggrin: Sort of front heavy ?? :yes: :offtopic: Sorry.. :cry1:

specsaregood | 07-31-2009 02:18 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Golddust (Post 1845448) Also very nice form
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Originally Posted by Professur (Post 1845452) Elbow's a little high, actually. And she's arching her back. Neither are very good for consistency.
I didn't get the impression that was the type of "form" golddust was referring to. :banana: And I am interested in the question that the Professur asked. My wife has that same particular "form". So thanks for asking Prof.

Professur | 07-31-2009 02:27 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Yer welcome ... lucky bastr ....

specsaregood | 07-31-2009 02:31 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Professur (Post 1845608) Yer welcome ... lucky bastr ....
Maybe me, but not her. Has been a reoccuring source of back problems for years. And they get in the way for lots of sports, jogging -- noway, swimming -- they are not exactly aero-dynamic, etc, etc.

Professur | 07-31-2009 02:37 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) My missus had a similar problem. Three kids and gravity have more or less solved it for her. and if anyone repeats that to her, I'll deny it to my grave ... or theirs.

Silver Belle | 07-31-2009 05:30 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Professur (Post 1844936) Belle .... I hope this doesn't come out wrong, but do your boobs get in the way when you shoot? Several of the wimmen I used to shoot with were large wimmen and needed to wear a chest protector to keep from getting string slap on their bosom. I'm asking because my daughter is wanting to get back into shooting, but she's a little more advanced puberty-wise since she last shot. Other, smaller wimmen in the club didn't use them, but I don't know whether that was because of a difference in stance (the smaller wimmen tended to use compounds, the larger recurves) or simply size ... and it's not the sort of thing you can just bring up without someone thinking I'm spending my sessions checking them out, y'know. Not to mention that Spec's missus might profit from that information too. I can't imagine that a string slap would be a very good introduction to the hobby.
Actually, it looks like you boys figured the answer to this one out for yourselves while I was hard at work today. And you even found pictures...to help to demonstrate this potential health risk for women. You guys are the best. :wink: Considering the fact that my avatar is the lovely and talented Mae West (truly a woman who was years ahead of her time, but I digress) and without going into any further detail...you're right. It can be a problem for some of us curvier women when first starting out. However, as the lovely young women in the photos have demonstrated, with a slight modification of stance, it is not usually a problem. Though, I must say...that I doubt that the one young lady would be brave enough to actually release the string. I know that I sure wouldn't if that was my bare skin exposed. I hate to get a welt on my arm...let alone anywhere more sensitive. :ouch: I shoot a compound bow -- my trusty Mighty Midas II. It is a smaller bow -- probably really designed for youth. It has not been an issue with this bow. I can't speak to issues with recurve, but I can see where one might need a bit more protection with a longer bow.

Heimdhal | 07-31-2009 05:55 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Ive got a Golden Hawk compound bow. I got it when I was around 15 . I dont remember a darn thing about it, all I know is its a golden hawk. Its just a couple inches to short on the draw for me now, but not much. Im not a tall guy, 5' 6". I've been thinking about selling it since I never use it and dont plan on it in the future. In fact I hardly ever used to begin with. This thread kinda makes me want to keep it. I need to get some arrows.

TheNocturnalEgyptian | 07-31-2009 06:08 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) http://www.smbc-comics.com/comics/20070222.gif I used to do archery in the boyscouts. I really enjoyed it a lot. As an adult I haven't had reason to use a bow, but I'd like to start again. This thread looks like it has enough info for me to get started on the cheap! :23_28_100s::23_28_100s:

Silver Belle | 07-31-2009 06:15 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Heimdhal (Post 1845932) Ive got a Golden Hawk compound bow. I got it when I was around 15 . I dont remember a darn thing about it, all I know is its a golden hawk. Its just a couple inches to short on the draw for me now, but not much. Im not a tall guy, 5' 6". I've been thinking about selling it since I never use it and dont plan on it in the future. In fact I hardly ever used to begin with. This thread kinda makes me want to keep it. I need to get some arrows.
I know what you mean...this is a wonderfully motivating thread. I would also not write off that bow of yours as a prep/survival tool too soon. It still could be very useful as a quiet and more stealthy alternative to a firearm in certain situations.

scyth | 07-31-2009 06:58 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) There is a kind of bra which significantly flattens said appendages - I Forget what its called. My sister, who rides and jumps horses, has used 'em forever, As she is on the significantly generous side. It's either that, or go the Amazon route. scyth

Silver Belle | 07-31-2009 07:04 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by scyth (Post 1846043) There is a kind of bra which significantly flattens said appendages - I Forget what its called. My sister, who rides and jumps horses, has used 'em forever, As she is on the significantly generous side. It's either that, or go the Amazon route. scyth
Any good sports bra will probably do the trick.

Golddust | 07-31-2009 07:05 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by scyth (Post 1846043) There is a kind of bra which significantly flattens said appendages - I Forget what its called. My sister, who rides and jumps horses, has used 'em forever, As she is on the significantly generous side. It's either that, or go the Amazon route. scyth
:cry1: Its called a chestity bra (Pronounced same as the old style medieval belt):biggrin: :offtopic: Again. :cry1:

Professur | 07-31-2009 08:02 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Heimdhal (Post 1845932) Ive got a Golden Hawk compound bow. I got it when I was around 15 . I dont remember a darn thing about it, all I know is its a golden hawk. Its just a couple inches to short on the draw for me now, but not much. Im not a tall guy, 5' 6". I've been thinking about selling it since I never use it and dont plan on it in the future. In fact I hardly ever used to begin with. This thread kinda makes me want to keep it. I need to get some arrows.
A lot of compounds can stretch out with different modules on the cams, or even different cams. Might be worth a trip to the local shop to inquire. Alternately, a trip to Archerytalk.com would certainly get you in conversation with people in the know. Are you sure that it's a Golden Hawk compound? I'm finding info for the Golden Eagle youth bow, but the only Golden Hawk I'm finding is a recurve.

Heimdhal | 07-31-2009 09:08 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Professur (Post 1846147) A lot of compounds can stretch out with different modules on the cams, or even different cams. Might be worth a trip to the local shop to inquire. Alternately, a trip to Archerytalk.com would certainly get you in conversation with people in the know. Are you sure that it's a Golden Hawk compound? I'm finding info for the Golden Eagle youth bow, but the only Golden Hawk I'm finding is a recurve.
Yes, you're right, I typed it wrong. It is a Golden EAGLE, not hawk. My brain farted on that one. Thanks for the info. The youth bow issue is one reason I was considering getting rid of it. I can still use and manipulate it just fine though. I really dont know much at all about archery anymore. I figured it would be fine for the wife. Its currently set on a 50lb pull, but I know that can be adjusted. It came with a couple different sets of Cams, longer string, the whole nine yards, when I got it.

specsaregood | 07-31-2009 09:20 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by Silver Belle (Post 1845903) I shoot a compound bow -- my trusty Mighty Midas II. It is a smaller bow -- probably really designed for youth.
I picked one up last night. My wife is really excited about it. Took a few practice shots in the backyard and it really is a nifty little bow. I need to replace the peep sight on it; but other than that it is in great condition and the perfect size for the wifey. About 5'2" Of course, I mentioned to her that it was legal-size/draw weight for deer hunting in our state and she said, "I don't think I want to kill anything with it :(" I said that was fine as long as she was willing to use it when "they" come to take us away to the FEMA camps. :) She still thinks I'm a bit on the paranoid side.....

Silver Belle | 07-31-2009 10:54 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Quote:
Originally Posted by specsaregood (Post 1846243) I picked one up last night. My wife is really excited about it. Took a few practice shots in the backyard and it really is a nifty little bow. I need to replace the peep sight on it; but other than that it is in great condition and the perfect size for the wifey. About 5'2" Of course, I mentioned to her that it was legal-size/draw weight for deer hunting in our state and she said, "I don't think I want to kill anything with it :(" I said that was fine as long as she was willing to use it when "they" come to take us away to the FEMA camps. :) She still thinks I'm a bit on the paranoid side.....
You'll bring her around, Specs. Once she starts shooting that thing, it will become addictive. Sounds like you got a good deal. I agree with you on the last part (but I am as much a paranoid nutjob as the rest of you guys, so that's no surprise). Just make your targets in the shape of 6' ACORNS and she will be all set when the time comes. Of course, if we say this sort of thing too loud...the next thing you know there will be an arrow shortage!

Professur | 08-01-2009 12:08 AM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Not so long as there's still birch trees. Although, finding birch dowels that'll take accelerating to 300fps inside a foot might be a little difficult.

hypervel | 08-01-2009 07:54 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) What I've learned so far...... My recurves are probably worth picking up again. I can properly employ myself by convincing my wife to get into archery, then hold her top end while she practices holding at full draw.... Does that sum it up so far? Otherwise........what're you guys killing? Hay bales?

CANUCKFARMER | 08-01-2009 08:45 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Anybody know how you would go about making your own arrows?

scyth | 08-01-2009 11:28 PM
Re: ARCHERY thread - (recurve-compound-accessories ) Well - The ones you might buy include Port Orford cedar, aluminum and fiberglass shafts. You can buy an amazing variety of points and fletching. If you want to do it strictly at home, Depends on where you live, And where you want to position yourself In the survival bandwidth. scyth

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