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Offline PatM

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #15 on: December 02, 2013, 09:10:33 pm »
You're likely going to have some creep at the handle glue line as the younger wood "cures". Another controversial topic. >:D
 The bright side is it will separate that abomination of a handle from the  simple beauty of the main stave. You're going to have to do some skillful work patching that huge gash in the side when you put a proper handle on. First time using a hatchet? :P
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Offline PEARL DRUMS

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #16 on: December 02, 2013, 09:42:17 pm »
Yah, I guess you see where I fit in the whole seasoned/dried debate eh' Pat?

Actually the whole grip was an afterthought. The stave didnt have enough depth and I couldnt see cutting 10-12" off it just to make a bendy. Once I had that handle block glued on I realized the possibilities where endless, so I went all out with my rasps and had fun. Sure feels good when drawn. I shot the bow tonite and all I can hear is the string cutting the air, even with no rug or strike plate the arrow makes no noise leaving.
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Offline Trapper Rob

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #17 on: December 02, 2013, 10:13:48 pm »
Looks nice PD.
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Offline IdahoMatt

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #18 on: December 02, 2013, 10:42:58 pm »
That's looking pretty stellar PD.  You never fail to impress,  can't wait.
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Offline George Tsoukalas

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #19 on: December 02, 2013, 10:46:52 pm »
It's a fine thing, PD, when an osagian does a good b_ _ _ _ handle. Jawge
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Offline Arrowind

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #20 on: December 02, 2013, 10:52:16 pm »
HEY!  Were's the F/D?    ;D

Look'n gooooood.  That grip is really cool.  Look'n forward to seeing this one done!
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Offline DuBois

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #21 on: December 03, 2013, 12:47:40 am »
Gonna be sweet I think when she's all prettied up. But your bows all seem pretty awesome Mr. Pearlie.
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Offline adb

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #22 on: December 03, 2013, 12:52:03 am »
I don't think the handle looks goofy... I like it. Outside the box though, Mr. Curvy Tip Boy!  8)
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Offline criveraville

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #23 on: December 03, 2013, 12:55:08 am »
Looks great. Excellent way to show the coloration in aged wood. That handle looks like it just nestles in your hand.

Cipriano
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Offline Pat B

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #24 on: December 03, 2013, 12:57:08 am »
She is a neat bow Pearlie. I'm looking forward to seeing some action shots.  8)
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Offline chamookman

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #25 on: December 03, 2013, 03:47:25 am »
Like it a lot Chris. Gotta agree with DQ on the handle tho  O:) ! Bob
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Offline Dances with squirrels

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #26 on: December 03, 2013, 07:20:10 am »
Nice.
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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #27 on: December 03, 2013, 07:29:51 am »
Gee....now where did i see those pics before?  ???  ::) and i wonder why this one got started ?   ::)

Daryls got ya pegged  :laugh: n we both know why  8)
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Offline WhitefeatherFout

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #28 on: December 03, 2013, 08:25:27 am »
Looking good Pearl.  I really like that handle style.  The handle makes a lot of difference in how well I shoot and that one looks like it would work well.  The mixed ages of wood is a cool idea. 
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Offline Pappy

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Re: My long weekend project
« Reply #29 on: December 03, 2013, 08:26:41 am »
Very nice,looks like a Jimmy Blackman grip to me. ;) ;D
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