Dating a Damon Howatt by its serial number

[johnkelley45]

I have a Damon Howatt Hunter bow with the serial number HH 51338.  Is there any way I can tell how old the bow is from this?  I just recently purchased the bow and I was told that it was only three years old and I would like to verify this.  I would also like to find out if it can accept fast flight strings.  Thanks, John

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JOHNNY

I do not know if you can date a DAMON HOWATT by it's serial number.  However, I can tell you that Martin took over Damon Howatt I think the early '70's.  after that, they were the MARTIN HUNTER.  So, If your bow says DAMON HOWATT, it is about 30 years old, if I am correct.  Your best bet is to contact Martin Archery.  They have all the records from the DAMON HOWATT Co.

  http://www.martinarchery.com/  

Customer Service   509-529-2554

For what it is worth, I have a couple of DAMON HOWATT HUNTERS.  If they are in sound shape and shootable, they are great bows, regardless of the age.   If they are in such a condition that they LOOK like they are only 3 yrs old, that is fantastic for a 30 yr old bow.  As far as shooting quality goes, I will put them up against any of the newer high dollar custom bows being made today.  In great condition, I would say they are worth about $200.00.  You can check on eBAY COMPLETED ITEMS and see what other DAMON HOWATT HUNTERS are selling for.

Good Luck