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Title: Just Got That Call!
Post by: LBR on March 08, 2017, 06:39:00 PM
Just got off the phone with Mike Treadaway.  I've wanted one of his bows since I met him some 20+ years ago.  I've REALLY wanted one of his fancy bows with the arrow inlays, stacked riser, hand rubbed finish, etc. since I first saw one at Cloverdale at least 10 years ago.  Last year, after a long talk at the KY Tradfest (and permission from my wife), we made it happen.  Mike said my bow should be ready by the 2017 Tradfest.  Dang...I had tried to forget it, but now it's killing me!  I haven't bought a custom bow in a long time...looking forward to this one!

If you don't know mike, he's one of the friendliest guys you'll ever meet, honest as the day is long, and makes one heck of a nice bow.
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Post by: robhunter on March 08, 2017, 07:04:00 PM
See ya at the KY Tradfest. Looking forward see you and your new bow!
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Post by: Steelhead on March 08, 2017, 07:25:00 PM
Sounds like it will be a beauty!Congrats.
What model did you get?How longs the wait?
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Post by: FITTER on March 08, 2017, 07:29:00 PM
Congrats on your new bow
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Post by: Captain*Kirk on March 08, 2017, 07:29:00 PM
Awesome, Chad! Now find something to do that will take your mind off it until it arrives!
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Post by: Gator1 on March 08, 2017, 07:44:00 PM
Mike is first class.  His arrow inlay hand rub finish is unreal
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Post by: hitman on March 08, 2017, 08:09:00 PM
I got one of his fancy inlay bows year before last. It shoots as good as it looks.I will be there with custom wood arrows in a vendor booth. Love to see your bow.
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Post by: Friend on March 08, 2017, 08:11:00 PM
Super bows...congrats!
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Post by: hitman on March 08, 2017, 08:11:00 PM
I will probably see you at the Ky. Tradfest this year.
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Post by: Jwilliam on March 08, 2017, 08:13:00 PM
Congrats Chad !!!! Looking forward to seeing pictures when it arrives.
Title: Re: Just Got That Call!
Post by: LBR on March 09, 2017, 12:16:00 AM
Wait time is approximately 1 year...think mine is coming in a little less than that.  I forget the model, but I think it's the only deflex/reflex he builds in a 66".  Don't have a clue what woods he is going to use, I just told him to make it as pretty as he wants to.  Shooting for 53@30 (I wanted something 50-55@30, so we split it down the middle).

Now I have to decide on what colors I want in my string.....
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Post by: Longtoke on March 09, 2017, 01:49:00 AM
Sounds awesome, can't wait to see how your bow turns out.
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Post by: Jwilliam on March 09, 2017, 01:54:00 AM
Sounds like you're getting the Black Forest. I'm sure its gonna be beautiful. Mike Treadway is a true artist. My name is coming up on his list as well.
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Post by: KyStickbow on March 09, 2017, 11:04:00 AM
I just got a call from Mike last night as well! He will be bringing my bow to TradFest too!

I ordered a 54" Black Forest 43@28.
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Post by: LBR on March 09, 2017, 11:48:00 AM
I just hope I can be there to pick it up.  Might have a scheduling conflict. We'll see.
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Post by: Matabele on March 09, 2017, 01:05:00 PM
Nothing better than pulling the trigger on a new bow, congrats! Does Mike have a website out of interest?
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Post by: LBR on March 09, 2017, 01:36:00 PM
As far as I know Mike doesn't have a web site--his sales are word of mouth, and he has been a year out on orders for as long as I can remember.
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Post by: randy grider on March 09, 2017, 11:39:00 PM
I have two, they are not for sale. Can't go wrong with a Treadway !
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Post by: Matabele on March 10, 2017, 08:14:00 AM
Quote
Originally posted by LBR:
As far as I know Mike doesn't have a web site--his sales are word of mouth, and he has been a year out on orders for as long as I can remember.
OK thanks    :thumbsup:
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Post by: rraming on March 10, 2017, 08:38:00 PM
Good for you Chad!
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Post by: Tradcat on March 11, 2017, 08:09:00 AM
Mike Treadway is one of the best bowyers out there hands down. Super nice guy too
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Post by: Jim Brennen on March 11, 2017, 08:47:00 AM
Congrats on the new bow chad,I know a good string maker who can help you out with the colors
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Post by: LBR on March 11, 2017, 09:33:00 AM
Need all the help I can get!  Mike is one of the best, and as honest as the day is long.
Title: Re: Just Got That Call!
Post by: LBR on March 15, 2017, 10:14:00 AM
Bad news... Can't make the Tradfest this year.  Good news is he can mail it