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Title: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: james parker on August 04, 2011, 08:19:28 pm

here is a hybrid scythian horn bow that i finished up this month,,  after 8 months seasoning, it was a pleasure to see it come to a finish..  49" tip to tip. 60#@27" so far,, im looking to have it draw out to 28" or 29" after it is shot in,,  birch bark cover with scythian ram , horse and leapord on back of bow,,  this bow really shoots great- no hand shock , dead quite, and fast...  i may have to keep this one to hunt with this year..  james

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: andy thomas on August 04, 2011, 08:21:47 pm

that is amazing ;D

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Post by: james parker on August 04, 2011, 08:22:06 pm

pics #2

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Post by: fusizoli on August 04, 2011, 08:33:51 pm

Very nice! Congrats!

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Post by: Justin Snyder on August 04, 2011, 08:42:26 pm

YOU ARE THE MAN! Another very nice bow James.

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Post by: BowJunkie on August 04, 2011, 09:03:21 pm

WOW, very nice work.

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Post by: Lee Slikkers on August 04, 2011, 09:04:03 pm

So excellent James...your work is stellar and quite the inspiration.  One day I'll take a crack at a horn bow, hopefully sooner than later.  Keep em coming.

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: RyanY on August 04, 2011, 09:34:12 pm

Just amazing craftsmanship! All of these bows you've been finishing up are just beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.  ;D

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Post by: shikari on August 04, 2011, 09:47:59 pm

Wow James,another great looking bow keep at em bud.
cheers

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Post by: Pat B on August 04, 2011, 09:51:52 pm

Very cool bow James!  8)   You shouldn't keep this one for yourself. Give it to the ugiest guy you know!  ;D

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Post by: gstoneberg on August 04, 2011, 10:16:31 pm

That's funny there Pat... :)

Another gorgeous bow.  Amazing bend in those limbs.

George

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Post by: Lee Slikkers on August 04, 2011, 10:19:53 pm

James, do you happen to have any pics of this bow while you built up the core and pre-sinew?  Very curious to see the shape.

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Post by: Scowler on August 04, 2011, 10:25:14 pm

Sweet

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Post by: Bow Nut on August 04, 2011, 10:28:08 pm

Another awsome bow james, congrats on finishing her.  The scythian design has always been my favorit for many reasons.

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: james parker on August 04, 2011, 10:36:52 pm

thanks to all ,, especially you pat, lets see the ugliest guy i know,, that would be a toss up between you and the old hippy- allen, i guess you two will have to draw straws >:D >:D

lee ,the pre sinewed core looks basically the same ,but with less reflex in the bending area, , after seasoning and before the first stringing, the bow had 5 to 6 times the amount of reflex in the limbs,, hope this helps,,,james

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: makenzie71 on August 04, 2011, 10:59:22 pm

Wow.  I always say that I want to build a horn bow like that...but, honestly, I just want to own one.  That is beautiful.

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Post by: blackhawk on August 04, 2011, 11:24:19 pm

Uh....eh....a.....th....<------speechless.  :o

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Post by: Lee Slikkers on August 04, 2011, 11:42:13 pm

Quote from: blackhawk on August 04, 2011, 11:24:19 pm

Uh....eh....a.....th....<------speechless.  :o

Doesn't give ya the bug does it Chris???   >:D

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: Strongbow on August 04, 2011, 11:57:15 pm

another amazing horn bow...if you ever get the urge to do a build-a-long I know I would love to see you put one of these together step by step

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Post by: JBL on August 05, 2011, 12:06:07 am

Incredible!!!  I really like the birch backing.  I am sure a very sweet shooter.  BRAVO!!!

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Post by: blackhawk on August 05, 2011, 12:40:17 am

Well...this was the one last piece of straw that broke the camels back. Yes lee I got the bug and now that I can speak I can say this finally broke me down and made me finally order Adam Karpowicz's book. Here's a link for anyone else who may be as inspired as me.

http://www.ottoman-turkish-bows.com/?tx=00E40728R5366044H&st=Completed&amt=47.00&cc=USD&cm=&item_number=

Im almost ready skill level to start the trial n error and long process of horn bows. What am I getting into now???   Lol.  :laugh:

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: james parker on August 05, 2011, 01:18:09 am

if you are looking to try your hand at making horn bows, Adams book is the only way to go,, no other book will have the tech info that his has, all other books are lacking in several area,, after you start their is only one other thing you will need(PERSAVERANCE)

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: Gaur on August 05, 2011, 01:25:48 am

Great looking bow James.  That sure is a long time to wait to shoot the bow for the first time.  Don't know if I can wait that long.

Take care,
Randy

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Post by: Keenan on August 05, 2011, 01:46:10 am

James you are fast becoming the master of the horn bows. Another incredible bow and definitely my favorite that you have made so far. Well done

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Post by: druid on August 05, 2011, 02:34:58 am

I am not expert for this kind of bow but this is fantastic to me!

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Post by: Gordon on August 05, 2011, 03:20:12 am

Wow, that bow is really something. Must be interesting bracing something like that.

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Post by: medicinewheel on August 05, 2011, 04:42:53 am

FANTASTIC.

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Post by: Del the cat on August 05, 2011, 05:51:02 am

It's pretty much been said, but those bows have got to represent the pinnacle of the Bowyers art.
So yup, I'll doubtless find myself having a go sometime...
So many bows, so little time ::)
Great bow.
Del

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: MWirwicki on August 05, 2011, 10:05:44 am

I bought the book.  1/2 way through it.  Got some horn.  I'm diving in...

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Post by: woodsman on August 05, 2011, 12:14:28 pm

AWESOME BOW! I'm a total beginner and the bows that you turn out leave me shaking my head. If I can learn just a fraction of what you know about building bows someday, I'll be a happy man.

                      Bob

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: Lee Slikkers on August 05, 2011, 12:56:45 pm

Quote from: MWirwicki on August 05, 2011, 10:05:44 am

I bought the book.  1/2 way through it.  Got some horn.  I'm diving in...

Too bad you live 2+ hrs away...we could work on a few together.  Where'd you pick up your horn?

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: Aaron W on August 06, 2011, 03:44:53 am

James...one awesome bow!  I like the leverage on those limbs and the art work is exquisite.  Truly a work of art!

Title: Re: hybrid scythian horn bow
Post by: threeundr on August 06, 2011, 11:41:43 pm

  James, that is an outstanding bow. You are a true craftsman! ;)


                            Thanks for sharing, Leonard