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Title: 2018 Bows
Post by: Friend on December 31, 2017, 08:48:00 PM
Whether a new introductory for 2018, or a new bow for the individual or a used bow which is new to the individual inherently possesses gratifying anticipation.

The many gifted bowyers seem to always inspire us with their ingenuity, craftsmanship, art work and raising the bar in fulfilling our needs, wants and desires.

Hope many find their new joys in 2018 and share your prized acquisition.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: hybridbow hunter on January 01, 2018, 08:13:00 AM
Well it came as santa's gift, so not yet 2018 but for a few days
Timberghost BlackPearl 62" 55#

  (http://i.imgur.com/mIaxG4h.jpg)
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Possum Head on January 01, 2018, 08:27:00 AM
Those limbs are full of curl! How do they shoot and are they quiet? Nice photo by the way.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Terry Lightle on January 01, 2018, 08:32:00 AM
Beautiful stick,think I will stay with my Wild Horse Creek,fits me better than any I have ever owned.
Terry
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Possum Head on January 01, 2018, 08:40:00 AM
I did notice on Bears web site, a new 50s style 64" offering. It will be interesting to hear feedback on it.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: drewsbow on January 01, 2018, 08:44:00 AM
I will be getting my BigJim mountain monarch in 2018 , can't wait
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: modr on January 01, 2018, 09:10:00 AM
New Schafer Silvertip,one piece ,black and white ebony,60",48@28 coming this week.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Big Ed on January 01, 2018, 09:23:00 AM
Stalker ILF Recurve Highly figured Walnut/ Phenolic Handle with Crazy figured Walnut Limbs!
Can't wait being built now, so hope to have it by months end.
Happy New Years !!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: ESP on January 01, 2018, 09:30:00 AM
Dryad epic ilf with a s longbow limbs.  Should be in my hands sometime in February.  All black bow.  Black onyx  riser and black glass. First custom bow in seven years.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: ESP on January 01, 2018, 09:31:00 AM
Acs longbow limbs
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Cyclic-Rivers on January 01, 2018, 09:48:00 AM
I haven't shot some of my bows for so long, they will be like new again by the time they are pulled out.  Its great!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Friend on January 01, 2018, 10:21:00 AM
hybridbow hunter...A TimberGhost SS has accompanied me on 74 hunts, thus far, this deer season...The TimberGhost bas personally proven to be a wonderful and most reliable hunting companion.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: limbshaker on January 01, 2018, 10:45:00 AM
I picked up a used RER XR in bocote and black phenolic. 60" 49#@28".

Intended to replace my 42# 62" XR but somehow I doubt that will work out lol...

Love these bows.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: hybridbow hunter on January 01, 2018, 10:58:00 AM
The new design shoots good and is really fast. I chronoed it pound for pound 2 fps faster than my faster bow the Black Douglas HEX6.5 from Border. Vertical and torsional stability is great and allow tight groups. The thing is on that bow limb timing is really perfect with NO post shot buzz nor hand shock. "Dead " after release.for this one
I struggled a little to get it hunting quiet as I draw past 31" but at 7.25" brace height with sticktammer and 2 pairs of wool silencers it is now good enough.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Roadsnakes on January 01, 2018, 11:54:00 AM
QuoteOriginally posted by Cyclic-Rivers:
I haven't shot some of my bows for so long, they will be like new again by the time they are pulled out.  Its great!
'
Because I shoot only outside, and all of my bows are 50 years old, it`s just been too cold to shoot outdoors.

- 20-25 Below Zero this morning. At those temperatures, they`d might snap like a Christmas Candy Cane!

I`m afraid I`m with you.

When it finally warms up enough for me to shoot, it`ll be like shooting a new bow!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Medicare Bhtr on January 01, 2018, 12:01:00 PM
Awaiting a Bear Limted Edition TD #82. Plan on hunting spring turkeys with it.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Friend on January 01, 2018, 01:10:00 PM
Have a highly desired Big Jim Mountain Monarch on order...G10 riser with Black and White Ebony limb veneers.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: 10essee on January 01, 2018, 01:11:00 PM
Still couple months away but I'm patiently awaiting the arrival of my new Centaur Glass. Coco/Juniper 50#@28".
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: trad_bowhunter1965 on January 01, 2018, 02:37:00 PM
should be getting my Yellowstone Halfbreed any day.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: babs on January 01, 2018, 03:01:00 PM
I got a 3pc 64" 45lb at 28" stewart longbow coming this week with masconar ebony riser and yew/ bamboo limbs.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Possum Head on January 01, 2018, 04:16:00 PM
If I were to pull the plug right now and order a new custom it too would be the Mountain Monarch! Seems Jim knew what it took to stir our community.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: danshao on January 01, 2018, 04:17:00 PM
Will probably get a new set of 50# medium ilf limbs this year for pigs, maybe..

I also might choose to sell a couple of bows that I no longer use or can't use... had a couple bad decisions in 2017 in bow trade and purchase. With the money I can go for one of the archery clinics or the iron mind online course. I'd rather shoot better with all my bows than acquiring a new bow that I end up not like because I can't shoot it good enough.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: wood carver 2 on January 01, 2018, 04:39:00 PM
I'll be getting a Big Jim Thunderchild as a late Christmas gift. I can't wait!
Dave.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: MnFn on January 01, 2018, 06:49:00 PM
I cant afford to buy anymore bows without selling some. So, a couple of sales are funding a really nice Liberty Elite Contender from Chase.

AND a new Tall Tines ???

Two bows from two of my favorite bowyers.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Nole on January 01, 2018, 07:42:00 PM
I am on Big Jim's list for a Mountain Monarch since last December, should get the call any day now.  Cannot wait!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: BRITTMAN on January 01, 2018, 08:04:00 PM
I'll be getting a new 7 Lakes Long Night in a few weeks . 66 inch Long all bamboo limbs , Bacote riser with Bacote overlays
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: 10essee on January 01, 2018, 09:51:00 PM
Brittman
I have a 66" Long Night myself. It has flat cut Cherry limbs with the instrument grade curly maple riser and riser overlay with Buffalo horn tips. Mike makes a very nice bow. Mine is 51@29 and slings them with authority.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: ThePushArchery on January 02, 2018, 12:52:00 PM
South's new ILF all micarta riser with orange G10 accents throughout. Gave him creative jurisdiction for the spliced limb veneers. In process now, can't wait. I've been shooting his prototype ILF bow for the last week or so and loving it.

I also have a Dingo on order that will be a matching sister to my new ILF.

New Bow Day is the best..!

Happy 2018!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: TradBrewSC on January 02, 2018, 01:45:00 PM
There is a lot on my wish list, but am most likely going to settle on a new set of stickflinger limbs for know..
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: 9 Shocks on January 02, 2018, 11:08:00 PM
Kohannah Fury Extreme!

Being built right now.

51@28 and 58"s long

I'm excited!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: ShrtRnd on January 03, 2018, 01:31:00 AM
I have LB Limbs inbound from South for my Coyote FXT, I may order a dedicated riser for those limbs or go all out and treat myself a year early to a Dingo Schleyer Supreme for my 50th.

I'd really like to add Robertson Mystical in the #50-#60 @28" range to my collection this year if I can find one. All I seem to find are #65-#70'ers    :banghead:
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: JohnV on January 03, 2018, 10:48:00 AM
So many bows...so little time!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Blackstick on January 03, 2018, 02:45:00 PM
Still waiting for my 2017 Bear Limited Edition "B" handle Take Down.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: JR Williams on January 03, 2018, 06:01:00 PM
I just recently received my BigJim Mountain Monarch. So for this year I am looking to get a CD Archery WF19 riser first.

Then a 7 Lakes Sawed Off recurve when they become available again. That was a bow I missed out on the first time around, but I won't make that mistake again!
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: Joeabowhunter on January 03, 2018, 06:20:00 PM
Thanks to a good deal on a Satori riser from Hermon I'll be giving an ILF setup a try.  Ordered ******** 2.0 limbs today.
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: PECO on January 04, 2018, 09:24:00 PM
I got this 50's style recurve from Dale Arner before Christmas. My shoulder went out and I have been rehabing it since before I received the bow. I can not shoot it yet, so it will be a 2018 bow for me!    (https://imgur.com/5QutFQ1)
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: PECO on January 04, 2018, 09:26:00 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/5QutFQ1.jpg)
Title: Re: 2018 Bows
Post by: PECO on January 04, 2018, 09:30:00 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/F4YPoox.jpg)