In this case the bow belonged to the owners Grandfather, so there is some personal history with the bow. I know that he really does not want to take any chances with this bow and would prefer to keep it safe on the wall.
I sure appreciate the help - I have so much to learn about these old bows. I can kind of see where this is a slipery slope though - learn a little and I'm now wanting to learn a lot more. Starting to develop an itch to find one or more for myself as well. This could be dangerous! :rolleyes: :D