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Main Boards => PowWow => Topic started by: Troy D. Breeding on April 01, 2014, 08:15:00 AM
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Ran across this pic yesterday while surfing. It may have been posted before, but felt it needed to be brought up again.
A total masterpiece!! :thumbsup:
(http://i1119.photobucket.com/albums/k632/arrowman2/10155810_10152152236119823_1247218217_n.jpg) (http://s1119.photobucket.com/user/arrowman2/media/10155810_10152152236119823_1247218217_n.jpg.html)
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Yep, there was another thread last week. Like I said over there, I don't think I could own that bow because I would have a heart attack every time it touched anything!
Those arrows are REALLY sharp too!
Bisch
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Tastes vary widely and I agree with the old saying "beauty is in the eye of the beholder". Personally, I find that custom bows and arrows like bamboo fly rods, knives etc... are a small canvas for the artist to work on and get crowded pretty quickly.
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I'm digging the arrows myself
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Originally posted by DaveT1963:
I'm digging the arrows myself
Me too. I think the bow is too "busy" for my taste, but those arrows are COOL!
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Heck, I like it all!!!
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The feathers are peacock, I think. Pretty soft. Certainly not worth $100 each. The riser is too much. Simpler would have been better. But certainly is something for sure!
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STUNNING!
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That looks incredible!
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I think that's an insanely cool bow.
Would love to have one, but wouldn't/couldn't justify the expense at this stage of my life, nor would I judge the lucky few who can.
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That's why we all have individual tastes. It keeps lots of craftsmen busy satisfying those tastes.
I normally like things clean and simple, but I have an over/under combination gun made in Ferlach Austria. Many would find it too "gaudy" with elaborate engraving, gracefully curved hammers and a carved, typically German stock of beautifully streaked walnut. It almost looks out of place in my gun safe, but everything fits well together as a package.
I agree with Bisch - I'd have a tough time shooting it and I really don't want to own something I can't shoot.
Doesn't mean I don't find it pretty, though :)
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Absolutely beautiful bow.
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It is cool. And I like fancy but I couldn't justify the cost to have it just as a showpiece. I agree with Keith, im more suprised with tge cost of a $100 arrow than the cost of the bow.
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I'd hunt with that... No such thing as too pretty, only too shiny! Craftsmen generally want their work to be used, not just admired. The dents and dings of a well loved piece just make it that much more special.
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I'm with you,Dwarf ! Won't Have it if I can't use it !! :archer2:
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"A total masterpiece!! "
Undeniably so!
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Originally posted by Keith Zimmerman:
The feathers are peacock, I think. Pretty soft. Certainly not worth $100 each.
(http://fc03.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2013/317/3/f/argus_pheasant_feathers_by_featheroes-d6u346l.jpg)
Argus pheasant. One of those things fly tyers used in the 1920's to make life hell for us now.
(http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/64/54/46/64544619a7cf49196ed7ed7592667a8e.jpg)
(http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/4a/d0/c1/4ad0c1fbeb0d7a9aea7b3fe8c92d2488.jpg)
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You guys are right, that is one heck of a master piece bow. Matter of fact I just saw that same exact bow or one just like it at the PBS Banquet in Cincinnatti this past week. Norm Johnson of Blacktail had a booth set up there.
Tony
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I can appreciate fine carvings. It's no different than a finely engrave Parker side x side. It's a work of art. If I was born rich instead of good looking, I'd have it on display in my Man Cave!!
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I saw that bow in Cincinnati to. Probably the most beautiful bow I have ever seen.
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I have to admit, I find those feathers to be ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. Snag, you got any of those?
I don't know how functional they are but I love the looks.
homebru
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I love that bow and if I had the money for a bow like that I'm just goofy enough I would probably hunt with it
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Definitely a Fantasy Bow to me, pretty, but still a fantasy.
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That is one great looking bow. Norm has outdone himself!
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If I could afford one like it I sure would own one. Just out of my price range. I'd have to sell a truck load of veneers to be able.
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I've got an older Blacktail Elite, I'm betting this one shoots as beautifully as it looks! :archer2:
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Those feathers are beautiful as well !
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the craftmanship in the bow is obvious. This must be the most expensive bow on the market though. The Legacy series is $4500 plus!
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I like women w/ a lot less makeup but Norm did all the work himself? Then I can appreciate it so much more.
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Very fascinating and well crafted bow! Truly functional art. Unfortunately where my taste is concerned it resembles a fine shotgun far too much I shoot bows to get me away from firearms LoL.
The arrow fletching is quite a sight. Very neat!
A great example of what artists and craftsman can do when they can just go with it!
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I saw both the bow and arrows at the PBS banquent. Very nice. May be Collectors itemss, but draws attention to the craftmanship of Norm. Mike
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What beautiful craftsmanship. Wouldn't expect anything less from Norm.
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Very awesome!! The color scheme is beautiful. Love the footed nocks. Should be in an archery hall of fame.
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I would love to own one! That's it I'm playing the lottery .
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Originally posted by Troy D. Breeding:
Heck, I like it all!!!
Likewise Troy ... mayeb it's from too much time spent looking at custom engraved deer rifles ...
All I can think about is who can I send my bow to for that kinda work!!!
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Only thing missing on that riser would be a coo-coo popping out on the hour!
Looks like some of those German carved ornate coo-coo (?) clocks
Guess I'm in that camp of "Art follows function" types...
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That bow is crying let me kill something and the arrows want blood on them. Peacock wing feathers are good for fletching. Really cool set up. If I had it I would hunt with it.
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I'd buy that bow in a second and make it my bow fishing rig! :bigsmyl: :bigsmyl:
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Awe inspiring!
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WOW - actually makes those Bighorn annual limited edition bows back in the 80's/90's seem simple. Very cool.
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Seen these in person in Cincinnati a few days ago at the PBS banquet.Pictures dont due them justice.Was setup about 10 feet from Norm.Took lots of looks at them.
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Easy Bobby:) I love my Bighorn Special Editions. Fancy without all the engraving and carving. And they still have a gold ram in them.