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My objective has been to own one hybrid(which has been a dream), one great fitting recurve, one compatible short LB for blind hunting and one special 'D' shaped bow. My goal has been to own four completely different bows which provide four completely different enjoyable experiences.
The three pc hybrid w/LB limbs' slot has been sealed for quite some time. I had shot a buddies bow over several years and each time the experience was the same. This bow at even 10#'s heavier than my desired draw wt was quite discernably more comfortable than any of my high end bows which I had shot 1000's of times. Bow fit is extremely personal and this one happened to be a Habu. Emptied my stable to fund a Vyperkahn w/triple carbon LB limbs. Familiarity with the Habu served to make this a biased calculated risk. The challenges of filling the other slots are still ahead of me.
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My Lands… Are Where My Dead Lie Buried.......Crazy Horse Posts: 3979 | From: Hanson, KY | Registered: Apr 2008
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I'm liking my Kota Prairie Nomad. It's one of those bows that I always shoot well. Some of my other bows require a few shots to get in the groove. Pick my Kota, and the arrows just go where they are supposed to from the first shot. Doesn't have the recurve type riser, though. Does have a nice grip, though.
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Dan, the new Robertson 3 piece longbow looks like just what your looking for and his wait time is usually under 6 months. I think it's called the Raven Styk. I'm thinking about getting one myself.
I agree with the others who have mentioned Bob Lee. Very generous site window, and if you are looking for more mass in the riser then the Bicentennial model might be something to consider. I had one and it was right up there in performance and shootability.
The Zippers have a larger site window too. The one I had had a very comfortable pistol grip and was very quiet. What really surprised me about the Zipper was how light in the hand it was for a 3 piece bow. I also had a RER, and it too was a great performer and looker with a great grip and longer site window. Lots of good choices out there.
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I have two Libertys neither are take downs but are exceptional in the quality department. Allen puts in that kind of attention to details. I would not hesitate to own any Liberty.
-------------------- goodness of woodness, Semper Fidelis. Molon labe Posts: 2025 | From: Nevada | Registered: Feb 2004
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys. I am taking a look at some of those bows suggested and I will report back if I buy one. In the meantime keep the suggestions coming!
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Randy Morin Hi-Breed. The sight window is not what i would call large but these bows are excellent shooters. I am messing with one as i type this. I Am loving it.
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Bob Lee. Wicked quick. Instantly becomes part of your bow hand. Beautiful and classy looking. Quiet. Smooth as a 16 year old Highland.
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"If you leave archery for one day, it will leave you for 10 days." --Turkish proverb Posts: 820 | From: Twisp, WA | Registered: Oct 2006
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I know for a fact that "Ric O'Shay" has been opposed to the 3 piece longbow for years. Just not traditional enough for him. If he purchased a 3 piece Bob Lee longbow, and I know he did, cause I was there, then I would have a tough time not recomending the new Bob Lee LB. My man "Ric O'Shay" knows his bows, and he don't buy junk. Better give them a look, I know I will. Posts: 3061 | From: Texas | Registered: Jan 2004
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