First Glass Bow...

rmorris · May 31, 2014, 11:54:00 PM

When ya get a chance show us some pictures.

Ice Mike · June 01, 2014, 11:02:00 AM

Ok here is a few pics..

At rest, you can tell one limbs has a little bit more reflex than the other..

At full brace, the tiller is positive about a 1/4"...

At full draw, it doesn't look quite so bad, but still stiffer...

I shortened it to 61.5" ntn and it's pulling 48 lbs at 28" now, which is good enough. I'm just a little worried about the stiff limb..Any ideas?

Ice Mike · June 01, 2014, 11:12:00 AM

Here's a trick that Roy used on a pic of my last tri-lam. If I'm doing this correctly, the drawing shows it to be positive as well.

Ice Mike · June 02, 2014, 09:26:00 PM

I did some cleaning up on it and added an accent (pecan and afromosia) on the back of the handle section. I added tip overlays (pecan and cocobola)and filed in the nocks adjusting a little for the stiffer limb. The tiller is still positive between an 1/8" and 1/4". I decided to cut in a shelf and carve just enough of the handle section to make it not dig into my hand while I put a few arrows through it..I'm thoroughly impressed!! This thing shoots hard and fast!! Straight consistent arrow flight and it doesn't seem as though the positive tiller hurts it a bit. As a matter of fact, I think that because I shoot 3 under it may have even helped a little..Anyway..

It's not as pretty as some I've seen here, but it's a respectable first attempt at glass work..

I cut a handle extension and got it sitting in the oven now. When I get back from out of town I will finish carving the handle section and get it ready for finish.

rmorris · June 04, 2014, 11:50:00 AM

Looking good! Have ya put any arrows down range?

Ice Mike · June 04, 2014, 01:14:00 PM

Yessir! Fired about 25-30 shots. Shot like a dream! Hard. Fast, and super quiet. I couldn't believe how quiet it was even without a silencer in the string. No twang. Just a whisper!!

cunruhshoot · June 04, 2014, 01:45:00 PM

Great Job! Isn't that amazing to be able to build a bow and have it spit out an arrow! Thanks for taking the time to share the experience with all the photos.

Ice Mike · June 04, 2014, 02:16:00 PM

Thanks shoot! I'll post a final set of pics when I get back home and finish shaping the handle section and put a few clear coats on it.

Roy from Pa · June 04, 2014, 04:46:00 PM

I guess it's Ok..

Ice Mike · June 05, 2014, 05:34:00 AM

QuoteOriginally posted by Roy from Pa:
I guess it's Ok..

LOL!!!

From you Roy, I'll take that as a HUGE compliment!!

BigJim · June 05, 2014, 06:09:00 AM

Mike, if you want to fix the tiller, a little sanding on the bell side of the bottom limb will correct that and won't hurt a thing.

it is common for things to get out a little as there are no perfect materials. A little discrepancy here..a little there and it all adds up.

Sand evenly from riser to tip (no need in sanding over nock groove) Check frequently and stop between 0 and +1/8" at top.

Don't worry, as it won't hurt a thing but it will cost you a lb or maybe 2. Every bowyer does it as necessary.
good job!
bigjim

Ice Mike · June 05, 2014, 08:41:00 AM

Awesome! Thank for the advice BigJim. I really appreciate it!

I have a question if you don't mind. When I shot the bow as is the other day, I noticed very little hand shock..zero noise, and near perfect arrow flight. Do you think it would hurt more than it would help trying to get it to a perfect oval, or do you think leaving it as is would shorten the life of the bow? Thanks in advance.

Ice Mike · June 08, 2014, 05:06:00 PM

I think I'm just about done on this one. This is by far the best shooting, and best looking bow I have made to date.I know it still has an "amateur" quality to it..but I'm proud of it nonetheless..

I finished the handle section and sanded it out. I shot it for an hour or so and had a blast.

After I had my fun I went ahead and put 3 coats or clear gloss poly on it. When it dries good, I'll sand it again and put 3 coats of satin on it and call it done!

Ice Mike · June 08, 2014, 05:29:00 PM

Here a quick video of a couple test shots.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEdYSfeYT6w&feature=youtu.be

takefive · June 08, 2014, 05:44:00 PM

Good looking bow and a good shooter, too. Nice work

Ice Mike · June 08, 2014, 07:13:00 PM

Thanks takefive!

Roy from Pa · June 08, 2014, 07:25:00 PM

It's ok I guess..

Ice Mike · June 08, 2014, 07:41:00 PM

Lol!! Thanks Mr Roy!

Hey at least I used clear glass on both sides so it at least LOOKS like an all wood bow! Lmao!!

bowhntineverythingnh03743 · June 10, 2014, 09:08:00 PM

Looks great! Its always fun to have your first one in the bag. Watch out though because this addiction can get pretty expensive. I don't even want to guess what my material bill will be for my next bow.

breazyears · June 10, 2014, 09:58:00 PM

Guess it was a scratch... nice bow.