Bow options
Moderator: Eric C
Bow options
I would love to have a new bow. My current bow is a 40# longbow. It's not even legal to hunt with it. I'd love to get my hands on a nice recurve at around 45#. Problem is that cash flow is very restricted at the moment. As for trades, in all fairness, I have to finish the last trade deal I've made - sorry... You know who you are.
So, anyway, I guess I'm just putting this out there to get some ideas from you about what I can do to replace my bow. I can post again when my forging schedule opens up some.
So, anyway, I guess I'm just putting this out there to get some ideas from you about what I can do to replace my bow. I can post again when my forging schedule opens up some.
Ichthean Forge (pronounced Ick thee an). Maker of knives, and primitive camping gear.
Re: Bow options
Any idea of price range? The Samic SKB 50 is an excellent option under $200, as long as you're willing to do a little work to disguise the modern designs on the limbs. Solid bow though.
Maerondir Perianseron, also called “Mickel,” Halfling Friend - Ranger of the Misty Mountains
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A great value :
https://www.amazon.com/Samick-Sage-Take ... ecurve+bow
I'm not sure if the aesthetic is in line with what you are looking for.
I have one and am very pleased with it. You might eventually want to swap out the string.
https://www.amazon.com/Samick-Sage-Take ... ecurve+bow
I'm not sure if the aesthetic is in line with what you are looking for.
I have one and am very pleased with it. You might eventually want to swap out the string.
Re: Bow options
The advantage to the SKB 50 is that it's totally primitive - no risers, no detachable limbs, just a very plain recurve bow that packs a punch and is super lightweight.
Maerondir Perianseron, also called “Mickel,” Halfling Friend - Ranger of the Misty Mountains
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Right now I'm not sure of the price range. I will most likely depend on a knife sale to fund it since I'm trying to send my wife back to school soon. I'll check into the SKB. I could get down my copies of the Bowyer's Bible, but I'd love to have a bow sometime this century..... Yeah.
Ichthean Forge (pronounced Ick thee an). Maker of knives, and primitive camping gear.
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Re: Bow options
one of the "You finish" bows from Ringing Rocks? I think Urthgard has one of theirs and is happy with it.
I love the simpler elvish one. Can't fit it into a persona I think, but it's lovely.
I love the simpler elvish one. Can't fit it into a persona I think, but it's lovely.
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I've seen good things from Ringing Rocks so far. They're definitely not what you'd call high-end, but for what they are, their products seem quite nice, overall. There's also www.woodbows.com for something basic, as well.
Maerondir Perianseron, also called “Mickel,” Halfling Friend - Ranger of the Misty Mountains
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Dang! I just checked out woodbows.com and it has a note saying that they will not be able to stay in business.
Ichthean Forge (pronounced Ick thee an). Maker of knives, and primitive camping gear.
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I know a couple MERFers have bows from Bows of the Risen Son. They're very inexpensive, and Greg reviewed his here.
- Ned Houndswood, Breelander
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Well that's a shame. I got my very fist bow from them.Eric C wrote:Dang! I just checked out woodbows.com and it has a note saying that they will not be able to stay in business.
Maerondir Perianseron, also called “Mickel,” Halfling Friend - Ranger of the Misty Mountains
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Same here (well, first longbow, which I consider my first real bow). Rough time for bowyers right now - Rudderbows just threw in the towel, as well.Manveruon wrote:Well that's a shame. I got my very fist bow from them.Eric C wrote:Dang! I just checked out woodbows.com and it has a note saying that they will not be able to stay in business.
- Ned Houndswood, Breelander
Richmond Fantasy-Inspired Hiking and Camping (on WordPress and Facebook)
Richmond Fantasy-Inspired Hiking and Camping (on WordPress and Facebook)
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Whoa, seriously? I'm shocked!Taurinor wrote:Same here (well, first longbow, which I consider my first real bow). Rough time for bowyers right now - Rudderbows just threw in the towel, as well.Manveruon wrote:Well that's a shame. I got my very fist bow from them.Eric C wrote:Dang! I just checked out woodbows.com and it has a note saying that they will not be able to stay in business.
Maerondir Perianseron, also called “Mickel,” Halfling Friend - Ranger of the Misty Mountains
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Yep - got an email on the way to the SC Moot last month that said they were closed and that they recommended Crows Head Outfitters for future trad bow needs.Manveruon wrote:
Whoa, seriously? I'm shocked!
- Ned Houndswood, Breelander
Richmond Fantasy-Inspired Hiking and Camping (on WordPress and Facebook)
Richmond Fantasy-Inspired Hiking and Camping (on WordPress and Facebook)
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Wow, what a downer!
Maerondir Perianseron, also called “Mickel,” Halfling Friend - Ranger of the Misty Mountains
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Wow. Not good news any way we look at it. I was hoping to get a bow somewhat quickly. I guess I'll have to learn to do it myself.
Ichthean Forge (pronounced Ick thee an). Maker of knives, and primitive camping gear.