Trad Gang
Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: Arwin on February 04, 2009, 01:03:00 AM
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Ok, back in December we were having some trouble with Christmas and I had to sell off my bow to make things happen. I had some good people in here give me a hand with getting a bow to use with the stipulation of passing it on when I was through.
I would really like to give this to someone in a dire situation, who is really in need. I would hate to see someone just say they want it, and have it sitting on a shelf unused. I know with the economy today, some of us had to make choices for the better of the family, and that left them without a bow to shoot.
The bow is a 58 inch Windwalker takedown recurve pulling 53#@28(feels like a bit more like 55#. I have put a new 3 bundle B-50 flemish string on it and added some silencers. In the pic you will see fur, but I since have put on some green yarn puffs. This is a good solid hunting bow and should serve well.
I would like to see this bow get passed around. When the next recipient gets it, they can use it till they are able to get another bow, and pass it on from there. Keep the circle going!!
I will pick a winner on Sunday Feb 8th (My Birthday!! :D ) at 9pm. :campfire: :archer:
(http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g128/ad2877/bows/Picture153.jpg)
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I have a friend who could put it to good use, He wants to try hunting with me next year, and was going to borrow one of mine. I am sure he would rather have one of his own. please put my name in.
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There was a guy on here that wanted bows for the guys over in Iraq. I think this would be the best use for this bow. I can't find the thread sorry.
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I have a good friend that hasnt's been able to afford a trad bow. This would be perfect.
Please add my name.
Brad,
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I don't need a bow. But just wanted to acknowledge what your doing is top notch!!! This is another example of what makes the barebow community different. Joe
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:notworthy:
Please do not add my name to the hat.
This is a great looking bow to boot!
F-Manny
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Arwin, you are the man!! As you know I dont need it but I just wanted you to know how awesome it is to pass it on and help somebody else out. Hope somebody really deserving gets the bow!! Good luck and I will see you Saturday!! :thumbsup: :archer:
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Great job DO NOT enter my name. Glad thing are lookin up for you...God Bless :thumbsup:
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Well, as much as I hate to, I'll put my name in. I had to quit shooting my recurve and longbow a few years ago because of a shoulder injury, so I quit shooting completely for a few years. Finally, I tried shooting again, but ended up with an old compound, because I couldn't shoot anything without letoff. Now, I no longer have my recurve or longbows due to financial issues along the way, and I can't shoot a compound anymore due to my shoulder. But, I'm having surgery today with the intention to rehab agressively so I can return to the traditional archery that I loved. I don't have a bow as of yet, but will start looking after surgery, and when I can manage to save up a few extra dollars, which is going to be difficult in this economy. Thanks for the gesture.
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Very nice gesture!!! :clapper:
(Do not put my name in.)
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Feb 8 is my son's 2nd birthday. please dont add my name i just wanted to say great gesture.
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:thumbsup:
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I have a fellow in mind for you. He is my brothers brother in law, Bill. He has been serving in a medical unit in Iraq. While over there, his wife got a lawyer and sent him a letter telling him that she wanted a divorce. He had no idea it was coming. When he finally came back home on leave, she had put all of his cloths in bags and put them out on the porch. Not only that, she had her new boyfriend living there. She sold a lot of his things and has turned his life upside down. He has recently come home, but is now living in a friends basement. My brother went to visit him just a couple of days ago, and he said, "Randy, every thing that I own now is in this little room right here."
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Arwin,that is too sweet not to say that you are going to really make someone's "Day"!!
I am fortunate enough to have my one and only bow but I've had it for years and as you probably realize that when times are at their worst, we can clear our heads by going hunting or stumping!!My situation isn't so rosy right now either but I live vicariously through all you fine people on the Wall.Tremendous Gesture!!
ED!
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Awesome gesture and what makes TradGang special! :archer:
Ben
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Arwin, what you are doing is top notch.I would like to help in this .I have 6 new 2114 xx75 30" long with white to pink fade wrap and 3 5.5 pink feathers. ( FRED Fan) I will give to who ever wins the bow.. Just let me know who it is with there adress .GOD BLESS
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I have a freind who is a missionary worker and would love to have a chance at that Arwin,, Thankyou,,JBobb
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:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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I'd put my vote in for allowing it a trip overseas to the soldier looking for a take down.
Gene
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I dont need a bow just wanted to say you the man. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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:thumbsup: :clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
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I've been the recipient of TradGang's generosity, and just wanted to say that this community is second-to-none. I am surprised and speechless every time I log into this site!
I am a broke-but-blessed fella. I have a decent longbow that serves me well, so DO NOT put my name in, HOWEVER, I do want to thank you for the gift of restoring a little more hope and faith in me with regards to humanity. Turn off the news and tune into TradGang if you want to hear a positive, uplifting story!
YOU ROCK!!!
Juan :clapper:
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Please do not add my name...just wanted to say what a generous offer :clapper: :clapper: :clapper:
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Great thing to do. My compliments. Please do not enter my name.
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Great Gesture! My the Lord bless your endeavors.
I have a young friend (12, though he's a big dude) I have been working with. He has been shooting my 61#@ 28 (he only draws 25-26") bow, though it is a tad much for him. I've been dying to get him a bit lighter bow and really think he could shoot this. His parents don't hunt or shoot anything, though they are supportive in his desire to do it and I doubt they'd ever buy him his own. So, I'll enter his name into this pot. It would be very nice to give him a beautiful bow like that that he could be proud to own and keep for years. his name is "Caleb"....
thank you and Regards, Dan
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My brother in law would be a great candidate. He's a college student that wants to get into trad archery. He loves to shoot my bow, but doesn't have enough $ to get one of his own.
So, you could add andrew's name. thanks.
nathan
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I really do not need this bow, However.....
I would like to add my name. If by chance I happen to win,I would like you to ship the bow to Shawn Leonard for the JLMBH St.Judes raffle. There are alot of kids down at St.Judes that need help more than any of us really need a bow.
Thank You!!!!! :notworthy:
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Awesome , my praise to you buddy....mark#78...do not enter me...
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Great gesture!!!! :clapper: :clapper:
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:thumbsup: :clapper:
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I am new to traditional archery, but I have not been able to afford a bow yet. I have just been shooting my uncle's for practice. I could really use this. Please add me to the drawing.
Thanks
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nice of you to do this. dont add my name as i wont be able to shoot for a while as i am pending back surgery. Always wanted a t/d recurve though.
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Things like this makes me wish I had found this site sooner. Our little group in NW Arkansas are the same way, any help any time. Trad Shooters are the best around...thanks,
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Please don't add me to the list. I originally posted to be added, but I have though better of it. What I have will work for me.
Great give away. Thanks for doing this.
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Great gesture Arwin. Maybe about a month ago I would take you up on the offer. But now I have a bow, and I placed an order for the bow I REALLY wanted yesterday.
Don't add me.
Just a thanks for your action. :clapper:
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Arwin you are a first class guy ! Right now things are ok with me but I have been where your at several times and may be there again . I apreciate all my Tradgang brothers for all you do .
Mike Britt
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Happy Birthday Arwin... mine too (on the 8th)
I don't have need of the bow but someone will really like it.
ChuckC
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Don't need the bow, just wanted to say well done! Thanks! :clapper:
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:thumbsup: :clapper:
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what an amazing gesture......good for you and thank you!
btw DONT put my name in the hat.....someone needs this much more
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:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I don't have anyone but nice to see generosity in people
Jer Bear
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WOW, I´m pretty new to this site, I actually just wanted to read along those great stories and see those impressive pics from all you great guys,
BUT as I saw this thread, I had to sign in and express my gratidude that there are still some people around like you taking care of others!
MOST IMPRESSIVE!
DO NOT fill my name in please, got just one light longbow but it serves me and there are people who definately need it more.
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my hats off to you arwin. jeff
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Arwin....great gesture! Don't add my name, just wanted to let you know what you already knew! :)
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please put my name in the hat - my dad and i are going on a cougar hunt and he would love to use it :archer:
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Please don't enter my name. I just wanted to say it's a pleasure to know you. Thanks for helping others who really need a bow!!!!!
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I think what you're doing is great. Spread the love man. I don't need a bow but just wanted to give you a thumbs up. Thanks John :thumbsup:
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Add my name, I will give it to my son, enlisted Airforce, growing family. Loaned him my bow, needs his own. He love this traditional stuff.
Dave B
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ttt!!!
Last day, I'll be back this evening. :readit:
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happy birthday and have a great one :campfire:
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I would like to add my friend trey in the drawing, the only thing he has right now is a twisted limb old pearson recurve, I would let him use one of my bows but I'm lefthanded
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Good luck to all entered.
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Ok, I was a bit late, tucking kids into bed,LOL!
Bosteldr, TradGang member #1171 is the winner!!
Dave , I hope your son enjoys the bow and God bless him for his service to our country. :notworthy:
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:clapper: CONGRATS!!
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Congrats,,God bless on you Arwin :archer:
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congrats and thank you!
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Thanks so much, I know he will enjoy it. He is an enlisted fire fighter stationed at Peterson AFB Co, just outside of Colorado Springs. He has been in the service about 5 years. Has two kids 5 and 3.
He has been shooing my bow for the last 6 months and watching for a good buy he can afford, This will make his day for sure.
Dave B
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Excellent!!!
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Hay Dave. Congrats sent the arrows off today you should get them in a day or two.Its not that far from WV to OH .Tell your son good luck ..GOD BLESS ...TANK
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I sent the bow out today too! We need pics! :D
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Thanks, I have spoken to my son and he is excided about the bow and arrows. Thanks to all. I will ask him for pics after he gets the bow.
Dave B