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Offline Michael C.

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew
« Reply #30 on: July 15, 2009, 11:46:49 pm »
Man that is going to be wicked once it's finished. You could probably harvest some more horn with it after your finished with it, all you need now is a horse trained not to buck when your riding next to a bison herd  >:D
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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew
« Reply #31 on: July 24, 2009, 10:37:33 pm »
I;ve had the lil bow in the hot box/dehumidified room for the last 7 days.

:It has not lost any physical weight in the last 4 days.

:it never gained any reflex.(mainly due in part that I wrapped the sinew over the sides and onto the belly a bit)

:The tiller changed very little.

: the sinew added 5# to the draw weight.

I know this because I strung it up tonight and shot it several times.I was a little concerned as the humidity outside is horrible right now, I know it had to soak up some,but no matter,I shot it anyhow. Very damp in the the hand and plenty of punch.Actually surprised myself as to the speed it had. Whisper quiet also.All in all I am pleased with the outcome. Seemed to take more set than I figured it might. but no worries.

No pics yet but I will get some for ya all soon.Then It's time to doll it up a bit.:)

More later.

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #32 on: July 25, 2009, 07:27:31 pm »
Shot the lil bow some more today.I am liking it more and more,I had some trouble with the shorter draw length,but I'm working on it. here are a few pics of the bow after it has been perty much shot in.I'm sure the sinew will continue to cure,but it seems perty solid for the most part. It seems to have settled in @ 54# @ 26".Plenty enough for me. It shows some fatigue after a good round of shooting, but always comes back after rest, to about 5/8" set.  The tiller is off a bit to me, I've had a hard time seeing it.I usually go with a more circlular tiller,but this one is more eliptical, so it gives me some troubles. I think it's in the bottom limb. The pic shows the bottom limb tip more open than the top? It's a very well mannered bow though.All in all I'm well pleased.

I have some short copperhead skins that I think I'll apply. Was hoping to find some smaller diamondbacks,but fell short.  Then do some research as to some painting on the side limbs,limb string wraps,and the grip,so it'll be a while before that is all done.

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Offline medicinewheel

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #33 on: July 25, 2009, 08:05:42 pm »
Tiller looks fantastic!
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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #34 on: July 25, 2009, 10:23:00 pm »
I think it looks great Timo....you just ain't used to looking at an Ellipse....I think you about nailed it.....Good Job
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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #35 on: July 25, 2009, 11:05:35 pm »
he nailed it alright, it's great!
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Offline Barrage

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #36 on: July 25, 2009, 11:24:11 pm »
I agree, looking right on.  Nice job.  8)
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Offline JustAim

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #37 on: July 26, 2009, 11:59:26 am »
That Bow looks awesome! Great job.
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Offline uwe

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #38 on: July 27, 2009, 03:36:00 pm »
Super idea! Nice result!
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Offline Dano

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #39 on: July 27, 2009, 10:31:40 pm »
Great job on this one Tim, Always great to watch you work. BTW em shorts make your butt look hughmongis. ;D
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Offline Timo

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #40 on: July 27, 2009, 11:14:19 pm »
Well big butt I ain't got dano.... It is tight though.:) ::)

Go some skins on it yesterday.I found a couple small bull snakes that matched perty well. I mixed me up a small batch of hide glue,brushed  a thin coat on the limbs,pulled the skins out of the water bath,wiped them dry and brushed a coat on them. then I just layed them down,a few minor adjustsments, and boom...Bob your uncle !:)

Had them trimmed off in 5 mins and they were set...... I swear hide glue just sucks thing together.Not sure why I use anything else?

I removed scales tonight and then had to skin another copperhead.I swear them things are thick this year...(Sorry got side tracked there).Anyhow, the skins turned out well. Gotta get me some paints tomorrow and so some art work on it,then I'll start the finishing process. Turning into a sweet lil bow.

Thanks for the kudus on the tiller boys.:)
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Offline Dano

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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #41 on: July 27, 2009, 11:26:50 pm »
Maybe it was just the shorts  ;D

Seriously, nice work bud.
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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #42 on: July 28, 2009, 07:20:23 am »
Tim, that's a bada$$ bow. Tiller looks great to me, looking forward to seeing some finished pics.
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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #43 on: July 28, 2009, 08:00:31 am »
That is one fantastic looking bow.  Would love to have one just like it.  Would be perfect on those long mule rides to the mountains.  Very good work!  Pokie
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Re: American bison, horn bow w/sinew(pic update)
« Reply #44 on: July 28, 2009, 04:04:11 pm »
Great looking bow. I'm envious.Ronnie
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