I've shot both before but I haven't gotten to shoot the new re-designed Shrew. Did any of you get to shoot them at the expo for comparison?
I realize that bows are a personal thing and what one likes, another may not, but from the perspective of smoothness of draw, quietness, and feel after the shot type impression is what I am after.
Thanks
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I brought this one home. 54", 50# @ 28"
I'm a pretty good judge of Li'l Favorite shootability. I helped Ron name the first edition, and killed a bunch of critters with it. It was my go to bow for years, it was superb.
This one is better. The handle, perfect. All Shrew's have the unique grip, I think it is epitomized on the L'il Favorite. The original Li'l Fav took some tweaking to silence (that's on me, I'm weird about bow noise). This one? Quiet with a naked string. I did put some 2-Tracks silencers on it, and it is a dull thud/whisper. Perfect.
Glue lines and finish are flawless.
I have better than 200 arrows through it since Sunday. It is getting better with every shot. Tomorrow night I shoot my league....I can't wait.
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What's your drawlength Roger? 54 inches seems awful short, even though it's designed to be that way.
Draw weight chart for the Lil' Favorite
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Quote from: Crash on January 30, 2019, 05:18:19 PM
What's your drawlength Roger? 54 inches seems awful short, even though it's designed to be that way.
My draw length is a measured 27.5
No finger pinch. Notta.
Draw weight chart for Classic Hunter II
I have shot both and prefer the Javaman bows. To me, the Elkheart and Helms Deep feel smoother and no pinch at my 30" draw. To me, also, I like that Gregg's bows are built right here in MI by hand and one at a time. As with most things, opinions vary and I would suggest trying each for yourself and making your own choice. Hope that helps.
I have been looking at the Helmsdeep pretty reasonable for the base custom bow How is the Helmsdeep at 56 inches for a 29 inch draw?
I really like some of his options. Any pics of your Helmsdeep?
Thanks Ron, definitely no stack in there.
Thank you too Mark.
Quote from: MIBIGHNTR on January 30, 2019, 07:36:48 PM
I have shot both and prefer the Javaman bows. To me, the Elkheart and Helms Deep feel smoother and no pinch at my 30" draw. To me, also, I like that Gregg's bows are built right here in MI by hand and one at a time. As with most things, opinions vary and I would suggest trying each for yourself and making your own choice. Hope that helps.
Which Javaman bow do you own?
Quote from: Roger Norris on January 30, 2019, 09:01:11 PM
Quote from: MIBIGHNTR on January 30, 2019, 07:36:48 PM
I have shot both and prefer the Javaman bows. To me, the Elkheart and Helms Deep feel smoother and no pinch at my 30" draw. To me, also, I like that Gregg's bows are built right here in MI by hand and one at a time. As with most things, opinions vary and I would suggest trying each for yourself and making your own choice. Hope that helps.
Which Javaman bow do you own?
Impala Supreme
Impala
2 - Falcon XL's
Falcon
3 - Elkhearts
Looking really hard at a Helms Deep or Assyrian. They are both recurves.
Quite the line up of Java Man bows. 👍
Quote from: MIBIGHNTR on January 30, 2019, 09:20:09 PM
Quote from: Roger Norris on January 30, 2019, 09:01:11 PM
Quote from: MIBIGHNTR on January 30, 2019, 07:36:48 PM
I have shot both and prefer the Javaman bows. To me, the Elkheart and Helms Deep feel smoother and no pinch at my 30" draw. To me, also, I like that Gregg's bows are built right here in MI by hand and one at a time. As with most things, opinions vary and I would suggest trying each for yourself and making your own choice. Hope that helps.
Which Javaman bow do you own?
Impala Supreme
Impala
2 - Falcon XL's
Falcon
3 - Elkhearts
Looking really hard at a Helms Deep or Assyrian. They are both recurves.
Dang. Thats a helluva collection :thumbsup:
I really wanted to shoot the Shrew bows at Kzoo but the lovely weather prevented me from Going this year. I have shot and owned a Javaman " Helms Deep" and have shot ElkHearts as my oldest son has a few. Just love how that style of bow carrys and shoots.
I shoot just over 28 inches and the new 54" Lil Favorite is smooth and fast. It's better than prior builds for sure.
Gator,
56" Helms / Lil' no problem for 29 whatsoever. 54 would even do it fine and have some extra zip.
I saw Henry Bodnik put these bows through the ringer at Kalamazoo since their booth was right beside Northern Mist. He was doing things to those limbs that made me cringe. I really expected him to be just another businessman chasing a dollar, but I gotta say he definitely isn't. He's just as passionate about traditional archery as anyone I've met. He's also really into the history of this sport from the American perspective. I didn't get a chance to shoot one since I was really busy and only got to shoot a few bows.
I did get to shoot a bunch of Javaman bows. The Impala Supreme is superb. That is one fine bow. I loved it. I also liked the Falcon a good bit. I have a true 30 1/2" draw and I don't think you could go wrong with either. Gregg is a great guy as well, so I don't think personal character will be a deterrent either way.
You have a tough choice ahead
Ron LaClair has some stock bows on his website so bows a good time to get a Shrew bow.
First night at league with my new Li'l Favorite....it shot great!
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Roger, great pictures of the Lil' Favorite in action :thumbsup: I can hear your Widow weeping
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Quote from: Ron LaClair on February 01, 2019, 09:00:56 AM
Roger, great pictures of the Lil' Favorite in action :thumbsup: I can hear your Widow weeping
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Now now....my Widows have put a lot of meat in the truck....
I am blessed with a plethora of quality bows. :goldtooth:
Sorry Roger, no bad on Black Widow bows I've owned several myself and they are great bows, I just found that cartoon on line and thought it was funny.