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Offline Parnell

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John B's bow.
« on: October 12, 2009, 05:54:48 pm »
Here's one a gave my buddy visiting this weekend.  This is the original link that I posted:  http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,14167.0.html

Turned out nicely, I think.  66" long 'bout 60#@27".  Beet root stained and my best handle wrap, yet.  Some Colombian clay beads and a bone turtle to tie it off.   A few arrows to get him started.  He really enjoyed shooting up an old box but found the importance of needing an armgaurd!  Good Times!

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« Reply #1 on: October 12, 2009, 05:56:07 pm »
Couple more,



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« Reply #2 on: October 12, 2009, 09:01:25 pm »
Nice looking bow, he oughta like that one. Just don't let Mechslasher see it, he'll steal it...;D
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« Reply #3 on: October 12, 2009, 10:18:57 pm »
Your right, that did turn out nicely. Good job.
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« Reply #4 on: October 13, 2009, 05:25:20 am »
Good looking bow,he should love that.Tiller looks good and the color is a stand out.Cool. :)
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« Reply #5 on: October 13, 2009, 07:54:31 am »
Good job on the bow, he ought to really like it!
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Re: John B's bow.
« Reply #6 on: October 13, 2009, 10:54:50 am »
This is a dandy bow and a great candidate for Oct Self BOM fun, too.
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« Reply #7 on: October 13, 2009, 10:58:09 am »
nICE BOW AND TILLER KEEP EM COMING!!!!!
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« Reply #8 on: October 13, 2009, 11:02:42 am »
Ooooo, purple!
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« Reply #9 on: October 13, 2009, 12:22:00 pm »
Great looking bow and great looking tiller!    :) -josh
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« Reply #10 on: October 13, 2009, 12:43:47 pm »
Nice, I really like the profile of that one.
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Offline Tom Leemans

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Re: John B's bow.
« Reply #11 on: October 13, 2009, 01:14:22 pm »
Nice bow but what is with all the Holmegaards lately?
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Offline Parnell

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« Reply #12 on: October 13, 2009, 01:55:34 pm »
Thanks guys - I couldn't honestly call this a Holmegaard.  It is, I think, a flatbow - with Holmegaard like lever tips.  Those levers are only 6 inches with another two for the fades, not so far from the design of a flatbow, really.  The tiller is definitely more like a flatbow.  I like this design, it definitely reduces tip mass but is practical and uncomplicated to make.  It's a zippy shooter too.  The length and design did well with hickory and heat treating.  I'd shot this bow probably 200 times before finishing it and giving it to him.  It took some follow, but less than an inch after resting.  A healthy bow with low vibration and no draw noise.  Appreciate the support.   ;) :)
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« Reply #13 on: October 14, 2009, 04:55:47 pm »
Hey, John B here...and yes I do really like this bow!!  Looking forward to the weekend when I'll have a bit more of a chance to see what she can do at some varying distances...and after I pick up an arm guard  ;D
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Offline Parnell

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« Reply #14 on: October 15, 2009, 09:45:03 am »
Oh come one, brother, a little pain will do you some good, right!?  Just kiddin.  I'm glad to give it to someone I know will use it.  Take some pictues of you shooting up there sometime and post.  I'd love to see 'em.  Good luck with it, I hope it treats you well.  Remember - it's just a piece of wood. ;D
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