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Offline Jazzdad

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Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« on: March 10, 2015, 12:31:58 am »
I just got the emails announcing the Self and Backed Bows of the Year.  Have to take a moment to appreciate the artistry and craftsmanship of all the contestants! 

As a relatively new archer and beginning bowyer, I'm not jealous... well a little... but more in awe!

I hope to have the skill, patience and creativity to produces bows of that ilk at some point in the future. (My wife would prefer I go in the garage and work on a bow instead of pestering her to appreciate you guys handy work  :)

Thank you and carry on! Please.
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Offline GB

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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #1 on: March 10, 2015, 04:37:01 am »
That's for sure.  I'm just blown away by the beautifully crafted and tillered bows on here.  If you like wooden bows, these guys deliver the good goods. :)
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Offline hunterbob

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« Reply #2 on: March 10, 2015, 06:35:10 am »
Was a hard choice trying to just pick one for each class. They are all sweet.
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Offline smoke

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« Reply #3 on: March 10, 2015, 08:54:12 am »
I would add to that, "helpfulness".  Whenever I've needed a bit of advice, someone on this site has responded.  A really nice community of folks.
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Offline PEARL DRUMS

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« Reply #4 on: March 10, 2015, 09:36:24 am »
Craftsmanship breeds craftsmanship. It all starts here and ends in all of our respective shops.
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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #5 on: March 10, 2015, 09:39:45 am »
Great talented and giving bunch for sure. :) Best I have ever been around. :)
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Offline George Tsoukalas

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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #6 on: March 10, 2015, 09:49:48 am »
Yes, indeed. The level of craftsmanship on this site is impressive. Jawge
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Offline Sasquatch

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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #7 on: March 10, 2015, 09:53:46 am »
I wouldn't be a bowyer if it had not been for the people this site. Thanks Everybody 8) 
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Offline alwayslookin

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« Reply #8 on: March 10, 2015, 10:23:13 am »
I agree the work on here is top notch and the people are very giving and helpful. Great community we have here.
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Offline Badger

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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #9 on: March 10, 2015, 12:15:32 pm »
  I was havig a conversation with some guys about something last night that relates to this. Skateboarding, bike riding, dancing, surfing. All these things have been taken to new levels becuase of internet sharig. Bow building seems to be the same way. Every group of builders has made contributions for other groups to build on and take a step further. I am really curious as to how far it can go. Not all that much you can do with a stick! Or is there?
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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #10 on: March 10, 2015, 12:19:48 pm »
Quote from: Badger on March 10, 2015, 12:15:32 pm
  I was havig a conversation with some guys about something last night that relates to this. Skateboarding, bike riding, dancing, surfing. All these things have been taken to new levels becuase of internet sharig. Bow building seems to be the same way. Every group of builders has made contributions for other groups to build on and take a step further. I am really curious as to how far it can go. Not all that much you can do with a stick! Or is there?
well said.
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« Reply #11 on: March 10, 2015, 01:02:05 pm »
Awwww.....group hug!!!  :-*      :laugh:
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Offline Will H

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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #12 on: March 10, 2015, 01:09:14 pm »
Primitave archer magazine and the online community here have been a huge inspiration for many. I can't imagine where bowyery would be without it. I know I would be years behind the curve. I've learned more from folks on this site than anywhere else. I'm proud to be a part of this community!
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Offline JonW

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« Reply #13 on: March 10, 2015, 01:17:15 pm »
Absolutely!! The learning curve sure gets straightened out by this site. :)
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Offline bradsmith2010

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Re: Applauding the Craftsmanship Displayed by the Bowyers on this Site
« Reply #14 on: March 10, 2015, 01:32:07 pm »
I have been making bows for more than 20 years and this site has been very inspirational and I learn something every day,, It has raised the bar for me for sure,, ok I am back to my new black locust sinew bow :):) 
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