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Offline TenkaraGrasshopper

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The evolution of "Eve"
« on: August 17, 2015, 12:17:01 am »
Howdy all,

I am here today to share with you all the build of my first bow in way to long. I am calling her "Eve" as she is my first and all others will follow from her. I am super excited to see how she offers her development in the near future.

She started out as a Red Oak stave from Home Depot due to the fact that cost is kind of important to me as I refine my bow making skills. If all goes as planned the will come in with measurements of 66" with a 45-50#@28" the Good Lord willing and my level of ineptness not withstanding.  :-\

I look forward to hearing what you think as I continue work on her. I will be sharing pictures very soon so that you can all give me your tips and suggestions. Keep an eye open for updates to come soon.
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Offline PEARL DRUMS

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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #1 on: August 17, 2015, 07:37:38 am »
I'll be watching fly guy. If your up for it? Expect some direct answers and even sharp advice. You know the web, there are two options. Say nothing and let the guy think he is right on. Or, tell him what you see in the nicest way you can! I like latter ;)
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #2 on: August 17, 2015, 07:43:23 am »
Looking forward to seeing her progress.  :) Did I mention we love pictures. ;)
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Offline Blaflair2

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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #3 on: August 17, 2015, 09:12:28 am »
A board from lowes is a board from lowes. A stave usually pertains to a split from a log. Good luck and go slow
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #4 on: August 17, 2015, 10:18:15 am »
Best of luck as that board mutates!
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #5 on: August 17, 2015, 05:17:53 pm »
Thanks guys. I will try to get some pictures up. But for some reason my pictures are to big for the server. Not sure how to get those up. Any suggestions.

Getting ready to go with backing tonight.
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Offline PEARL DRUMS

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« Reply #6 on: August 17, 2015, 06:04:05 pm »
Open them w paint and resize to 200 mp, or less.
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #7 on: August 17, 2015, 06:08:10 pm »
Thanks Pearl Drum
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #8 on: August 17, 2015, 06:08:29 pm »
A lot of people use a program on computer or use photo bucket I believe. I use my phone and I just downloaded a resizer app. Hope this helps and welcome to pa.
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #9 on: August 17, 2015, 06:15:39 pm »
Here are a few steps with "Eve" and more photos to follow.
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #10 on: August 17, 2015, 08:23:21 pm »
You will have to glue a 12-14" board the same width on the back of that now. Blend that in as fades as you work the limbs down.
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Offline JW_Halverson

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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #11 on: August 17, 2015, 09:56:42 pm »
Well, it's already too late for my advice. You are beyond hope.  Once you start, you are addicted.  Sorry to break the bad news.

Keep posting, dying to see how it turns out, it's Eve-olution, so to speak!
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #12 on: August 17, 2015, 10:06:05 pm »
Oh boy Oh boy your on your way. Welcome to self abuse satisfaction and tears.
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #13 on: August 18, 2015, 12:16:16 am »
 >:D Thanks for the comments guys. I know I am committed for the long haul at this point yet I know in the long run it will be all for the best!  ;D
I glued the backing on this beauty this evening and will post a pic tomorrow hopefully for you all.

PD I am taking my chances on this one and not running with a backer board although I agree it would be a better idea. "Eve's" younger sister will get that treatment. I have some ideas that are coming together for that build but first with "Eve"

As for the rest of you knuckleheads,  :P ,thanks for your encouragement!
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Re: The evolution of "Eve"
« Reply #14 on: August 18, 2015, 07:59:13 am »
Not a backer fly guy, a handle section. You have to have a double layer of board where you made all those cut outs for fades and a grip. That cut out section and 1-2" each way cannot bend even a little. It will break, regardless of draw weight, draw length or grain.
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