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Offline Tyke

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to join or why not to join?
« on: January 26, 2015, 12:35:42 pm »
Was wondering why the numers on bow trade are so low.whats the pros and whats the cons.why did you sign up and Why didnt you sign up. Please share your thoughts
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Offline JoJoDapyro

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Re: to join or why not to join?
« Reply #1 on: January 26, 2015, 12:51:21 pm »
I don't want anyone that doesn't have the time to do it to get in. Everyone has their reasons. I would like to see people get their items shipped before the deadline. With a lot of time to work on things their is little reason for people being late.
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Offline PEARL DRUMS

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« Reply #2 on: January 26, 2015, 12:54:11 pm »
Your like the reporter who asks the tough questions. Barbara Walters comes to mind!
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Offline Comancheria

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« Reply #3 on: January 26, 2015, 12:59:00 pm »
As a novice, I have not looked at the trade--but I would imagine there would be a lot of reluctance for folks to get involved who are not skilled enough to "compete" with some of the drop-dead gorgeous bows the more experienced among us create.  Or maybe I am  understanding what goes on with the trading.

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Offline TimBo

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Re: to join or why not to join?
« Reply #4 on: January 26, 2015, 01:00:27 pm »
I am not quite ready for the trade, even though I would really love to do it.  Also, I have yet to post a bow on here, as I am the world's slowest bow finisher.  Soon, though...soon! 
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Offline paulsemp

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« Reply #5 on: January 26, 2015, 01:01:22 pm »
this is going to get good!
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« Reply #6 on: January 26, 2015, 01:01:48 pm »
Been there done that(more than once)....  8)

Now ya wanna know what I REALLY think?  ::)  :P
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Offline Joec123able

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« Reply #7 on: January 26, 2015, 01:02:47 pm »
I seriously thought about it but I really don't have any good staves to make someone a bow with, mostly black walnut is all I have right now and a few Osage.
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Offline JonW

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« Reply #8 on: January 26, 2015, 01:03:25 pm »
I think some may be intimidated because of different reasons. I personally like the trade but I also don't like the idea of making "custom" bows. Whoever I draw will more than likely get the type of bow I want to make and not a bow designed specifically to their "specs". With that said, I WILL make the best bow I can make and that is all I expect in return.

Jon W.
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Offline Eric Krewson

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« Reply #9 on: January 26, 2015, 01:03:33 pm »
I only shoot bows I make, no need to trade for one someone else made.
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Offline JoJoDapyro

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« Reply #10 on: January 26, 2015, 01:04:28 pm »
Quote from: PEARL DRUMS on January 26, 2015, 12:54:11 pm
Your like the reporter who asks the tough questions. Barbara Walters comes to mind!
Less hair on the head, more on the face. He's a cute bugger.  >:D

This is how I take his post: Why are all the teachers sitting this one out? Is there a doubt from them that we as bowyers can make a bow worthy of being in their collection? Is it because of me that they aren't joining the trade?

I feel the same way. As an eager learning bowyer I like the idea of making something that someone will hold dear. I really wouldn't care if I got a red oak board bow from someone, I enjoy when people take the time to make something for me. In the end, people have their own reasons for joining or not. I want to be a part of this to make something better than I have before. To give someone a bow that is the best bow I have made.

In short we are needy and need someone to say good work.
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Offline JoJoDapyro

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Re: to join or why not to join?
« Reply #11 on: January 26, 2015, 01:05:17 pm »
Quote from: blackhawk on January 26, 2015, 01:01:48 pm
Been there done that(more than once)....  8)

Now ya wanna know what I REALLY think?  ::)  :P
Yes!  >:D You can message me your response if you like.  >:D
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Offline huisme

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Re: to join or why not to join?
« Reply #12 on: January 26, 2015, 01:10:28 pm »
Quote from: blackhawk on January 26, 2015, 01:01:48 pm
Been there done that(more than once)....  8)

Now ya wanna know what I REALLY think?  ::)  :P

YES. I was gonna bribe one of the guys to let me send you something >:D >:D >:D
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Offline paoliguy

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Re: to join or why not to join?
« Reply #13 on: January 26, 2015, 01:11:00 pm »
I admit I'm kind of intimidated when I see the talent level displayed here routinely. But I also enjoy experimenting with various designs and materials for my own personal use. I have yet to post a bow or even show a lot of my bows to other people. I just enjoy my own private little world I guess...
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Offline huisme

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« Reply #14 on: January 26, 2015, 01:15:29 pm »
Quote from: JonW on January 26, 2015, 01:03:25 pm
I think some may be intimidated because of different reasons. I personally like the trade but I also don't like the idea of making "custom" bows. Whoever I draw will more than likely get the type of bow I want to make and not a bow designed specifically to their "specs". With that said, I WILL make the best bow I can make and that is all I expect in return.

Jon W.

The only specs anyone asks for are draw weight and length, and a lot of people are fine with a pretty wide range. I guess I asked from something extra, but only that they don't make me a molle ;D
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50#@26"
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Mollegabets all day long.
Might as well make them short, save some wood to keep warm.
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