2022 Bow Swap Progress Thread - Finished

[Crooked Stic]

 Pfft still waiting here 

[wood carver 2]

I just got a notification, my bow is out for delivery. 🙂

[Crooked Stic]

Okay got it just now shot a few thru it. Need to get the string fixed up then pics.
Okay when I get a little time I will U tube a few shoots. I love the way those veneers worked out. Nd the grip feels better than I thought it would. It points really good and seems pretty snappy but may need a heavier arrow to quite it a bit. 700s now maybe 600s be better.

[wood carver 2]

USPS just emailed me. A bow has been delivered.
I hope it got there in one piece.
Dave.

[Appalachian Hillbilly]

Ok guys, post a pic of your bows and let's see them all in seccession.

[wood carver 2]

I'm still waiting for mine... 😢🥹
Dave.

[EvilDogBeast]

Went up to the garage and picked up a suspicious looking piece of rain gutter downspout.  Got it opened up and everything is in one piece, and more importantly, looking beautiful!  Back in a while, time to go play!

Dave, this is quite the beautiful bow you have built.  Color combos are awesome and the grip feels great.  I can't wait to spend some time outside shooting it here in a few minutes.

Dave was also kind enough to include a bow sock and three beautifully carved game calls!  I will have to learn how to use them, but I don't think it will take long with these fine pieces.  Back in a bit!

[wood carver 2]

She made it in one piece!!! Woo hoo!!!
Dave.

[TradBowyer]

Phewwww.....I was sweating it would get there. Did the string survive as well?

[wood carver 2]

Phewwww.....I was sweating it would get there. Did the string survive as well?

The bow arrived this morning as I was getting ready to go out. It's a beauty. The curly hickory goes great with the bocote and it feels good in my hand.
I'll get some arrows through it and take a couple of pictures this afternoon.
P.S. the string is good. 👍🏻
Thank you so much!
Dave.

[EvilDogBeast]

10/10 received!  Just need our last 3 full draw pictures and we can close this puppy out!

I will get mine done right now.

[wood carver 2]

Here's my new bow!
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I like it! It's pretty fast and good looking too!
Dave.

[EvilDogBeast]

Without further ado, I present Dave's beautiful bow!

Quiet, dead in the hand, with a natural feeling.  Dave's excellent craftsmanship is on full display with this bow.  Fit and finish is top notch, wood and color choices complement each other well, and tasteful accents that call attention to the right places.

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Now, this thing is a shooter for sure!  I was able to put in two hours behind the bow yesterday before my wife came and dragged me inside to finish painting the house    I usually have to work very hard for groups like this, but this bow makes it easy and repeatable!  It really is a pleasure to shoot, Dave.

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Dave was also kind enough to include some beautifully carved game calls as well.  I've been practicing with them a lot (think my dog is starting to hate me) and I will definitely put them to use.

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Thank you Dave.  This bow is beautiful and shoots like a dream.  I can't wait to get it out to the range and show it off!

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[Longcruise]

Nice!  How about an unstrung profile?   Later of course when you're allowed back out of the house.

[Crooked Stic]

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/OuCuknwlnMs
Here ya go.



Here is you a grip pic Evil

[EvilDogBeast]

Ok yes that makes sense now, thank you!  Hope it serves you well Mike.

[EvilDogBeast]

With all posts finished, I officially declare the 2022 TradGang Bow Swap complete!  Great job everyone, and a huge thank you for everything you put into this.  It has been a pleasure running the swap again this year and that is 100% because of all of you.

As we close out another swap year, I would ask a favor of you.  If you have any input on how this could be run better, or things I could do better, PLEASE let me know.  You can post them here or PM me directly, either way I would like your feedback.  If it's broke and I don't know, I can't fix it!

Thanks again to all who participated, supported, and cheered us on.  I look forward to next year!

[wood carver 2]

In my opinion, the only thing that the swap needs is a few more participants. Other than that, it was great.
Thank you Chris for running the swap.
Dave.

[SJTalley2004]

I would like to volunteer as another participant for next year. I should probably post a few pictures of the bows I've built separately for reference of worthiness. 

In my opinion, the only thing that the swap needs is a few more participants. Other than that, it was great.
Thank you Chris for running the swap.
Dave.

[4 point]

Great swap! Thanks again for putting it on Chris.