"Classic Shoot" at Denton

hayslope · July 23, 2011, 09:09:00 AM

Anyone open to having a "classic" shoot at Denton? It's pretty popular at ATAR.

Someone would have to set some ground rules for the age of the bow........something like pre-1980 or even later. If it was up to me, I would say pre-1972, but I'd be showing my age for sure!

It's always a blast to have a bunch of folks together, all shooting old bows. Actually, for the most part, I'm pretty much only shooting classic bows this year at Denton.....well, except for one particular Dale Dye.

Don't want to conflict with any other get together shoots.

d. ward · July 23, 2011, 09:30:00 AM

Oh yeah I would love to join in the fun that sounds great maybe next year.bd

reddogge · July 23, 2011, 10:59:00 AM

I'll bring an early 60s Howatt Hunter. That should qualify.

4runr · July 23, 2011, 11:08:00 AM

I'm in. Showing off my newly refinished A-Mag (early 70's)

We could meet at the Hill Country bows booth.

kuch · July 23, 2011, 12:12:00 PM

I'd like to see that A mag Kenny. I'll have a few toys....A mag, type 1A .What limbs do you have on that A mag ,Kenny?

d. ward · July 23, 2011, 01:27:00 PM

hey wait a minute all the gang in person and at a classic bow shoot.Darn it this thread ai'nt that cool now thinking I won't be there in person.OK just kidding this is a nice thread........sure hope you guy's all have a great time bd

hayslope · July 23, 2011, 02:00:00 PM

Don - if you ain't there, well, we'll all do a toast to you one night to wish you good hunting and good health till you are back on the "hill"!

Won't be the same without your stories and smiling face. With that said.....we expect you to show up next year!!!!!

Meanwhile - we always have Uncle Barry, Doc Jeff and Tommy there to tell the stories of the real exploits of BD at BQ this year!!!!!!

Migra Bill · July 23, 2011, 03:47:00 PM

I'm in. The 61 Kodiak I'm bringing should do the trick.

hayslope · July 23, 2011, 05:42:00 PM

Bill and Richard - two perfect bows for a classic shoot. Bill - I love that purpleheart I Beam 61. Rare as hen's teeth. Richard - don't let Rich see that Howatt.....pretty sweet rosewood.

Chad - those A handles will fit right in. Kenny - looking forward to seeing that A Mag (you selling or showing it off?).

Roust up some of the other collectors out there.......we'll have a blast.

I'll shoot either my 60 or 62 Kodiak, since I'm bringing both.

Anyone got a preference for day and time?

4runr · July 23, 2011, 06:12:00 PM

White Knight aged to a nice Caramel color.
#1's 46# I think.

If an offer comes along I can't refuse I might sell.

Cyclic-Rivers · July 23, 2011, 09:12:00 PM

Tony,

Here is what I am bringing, 3 will be for sale and one for whip to look at. They all should fit the bill.

58 Bear Grizzly
50's Black Hawk Wasp
67 Kodiak Hunter

55 K-special

the K-Special is my wife's bow and not for Sale. I would like it refinished.

I would probably shoot the Griz since it is the all ready set to go. If I can make this one I will.

Oh I have a 63 K-Special if any one is interested. FWI it's broken the cherry end cap had a glue line failure, the rest of the bow is in immaculate condition.

kuch · July 23, 2011, 11:02:00 PM

Very nice set up, Kenny. I really like it.

Whip · July 23, 2011, 11:50:00 PM

What's the time and place for this one? I'll have a couple along that will qualify. A '62 Kodiak that I just refinished, or a brand spanking new to me Gamemaster Jet. Somebody find me in the booth and let me know where to be.

Larry m · July 24, 2011, 01:49:00 AM

Boy, that Howatt Hunter and A Mag are NICE looking setups. You guys have all the fun out there. Would be great if someone would post some pics later of the old bows in action. Have a GOOD Time!!!!!!

hayslope · July 24, 2011, 08:35:00 AM

I know Charlie won't be there until Saturday morning, so why don't we plan on doing the shoot after lunch on Saturday. First Denton for Charlie and I know he'll be like a kid in a candy store at the dealer tents in the morning.

Joe - can't wait to see your 62 K.....my favorite bow of all time. Kenny - that is one SWEET AMag...fantastic job!

We can all meet around Roman's booth (Hill Country Bows) about 12:00. Hopefully Roman will be at the end of the tent like he was last year. The time frame should be good to work off some lunch.

If anyone has a better idea, post it.....or if you have a conflict, I'm sure we can be flexible. Keep in mind that some of us are serious bow vultures, so if you have a better time, make sure we can get done BEFORE the trade blanket.

I'll bring a camera along..........but I brought one along on a shoot at BBTC with Kathy (killdeer) and never took a single photo! I promise I'll try to focus on getting shots of each classic bow in action.

adkmountainken · July 24, 2011, 11:26:00 AM

i just had a GREAT garage sale find that i will bring along! 2 old Beras, one Bear Ranger in excellent shape and an older Lynx i am not familiar with. also picked up 3 back quivers full of arrows with broadheads and other points.

d. ward · July 24, 2011, 11:41:00 AM

you guy's are killing me bd

Cyclic-Rivers · July 24, 2011, 12:52:00 PM

Don't hold up the show for me, I'm not sure when I will get there.

Correction to an earlier post, my broken bow is a Kodiak Special, and its spoken for.

I will be shooting my 58 Grizzly if I can make the shoot.

Ken did find a nice bunch of old bows! saw em today, perhaps some of you guys could help age them.

ishi1archer · July 24, 2011, 01:08:00 PM

Sounds great I'll be shooting an early A-mag also. Scott

4runr · July 24, 2011, 03:57:00 PM

The Tradgang shoot is usually after lunch on Saturday. Could we do it around 10 am?