O L Adcock 3pc longbow ...info

[RonN]

Howdy,
I just acquired an older O L Adcock 3pc longbow.
The bow is 64" 51#@27 non-acs limbs with serial #0112812..name on bow  Mark Lippe...It seems to be in excellent condition. The riser wood looks like walnut and the back looks like juniper, but I'm not sure.

What I am looking for is information such as, when it was built, collector value, shooter value, and just plain on opinions about the bow.
Thanks, Ron
 
 
 
 
 

[Danny Rowan]

O.L.'s pre ACS bows are great shooters. Yours appears to have a bacote riser with a maple stripe and the limbs appear to be cedar or juniper with bamboo core. Not sure on collector value, probably none. As to when it was made, your serial number may give you an indication. Shame that O.L. is not making bows any longer, he got overwhelmed after he introduced the ACS and let his business go out the window, had some family issues as well and just got out of the business.

[Blackhawk]

There is no doubt that he is/was a gifted bowyer with revolutionary plans and ideas about bowmaking and performance.  He was a better bowyer than businessman, but O.L. is not alone in that respect.  

His bows have minimal collector value, but finding used Adcock bows are rare.  Shoot the heck out of the one you have since it looks like a good'un.

[RonN]

Thanks for the input.
Yes, This morning, I shot the bow for the first time...It was cold and blowing snow and sleet, but I enjoyed shooting the bow.  At 64", this is the longest bow that I have shot, and I like it. The bow is way smoother than those 58 and 60" longbows..Plus, the speed of the bow surprised me....it put a smile on my face.
Thanks again for the info.
Ron

[Longbowlogan]

I had one of his 3pc oringinals at one time, it was a great bow and was very fast. I wish I could get it back or another one like it. Great find and hope you enjoy it!

[RonN]

Would anyone know, what was the recommended brace height for this bow?
Also, on the pads between the riser and limbs. The original pads are great shape, but I was wondering what material to use, when it is time to replace them.
Thanks, Ron

[Bjorn]

You lucky dawg!!      

[RonN]

Dear Mr. O L Adcock,
I have owned Widows, Centaurs, Martins, and Bear bows, but this bow of yours, is now my favorite.
Thanks,
Ron

[oldbohntr]

Ron,
That is a beautiful bow.

I've had 5 of his bows, and a couple of A & H ones.  All but one were ACS CX, and that remaining one was a 64", 52# fiberglass ACS limb T/D(exactly the same riser shape as yours).  Mine has a different bolt pattern from his later T/D risers, and limbs are not interchangeable.  However, some of the later risers will accept A & H limbs.  

They are simply the best longbow and maybe the best bows I have shot in decades of collecting bows.  Especially the carbon models.....which are definitely quicker.  That's another subject, however.  One thing I do know is my fiberglass ACS is as pretty as yours, a dream to shoot, and my belief is that it is more durable than a double-carbon limb.

[RonN]

Thanks for the information Tom. I wish that the O L Adcock web site was still active..I would love to know more history of Adcock bows and this bow in particular.  
Does anyone know of any written history, book, video, web site that has knowledge of Adcock bows? Where does this bow's serial number #0112812, fit in.
Yes, the more I shoot this bow, the more I love it.
Thanks

[Horney Toad]

I'm thinking collector value will grow as time goes by. In the mean time, enjoy shooting that bow!

[Danny Rowan]

His website is still on the net, some information there but mostly on the ACS.

[RonN]

Yep, a while back, I emailed the O L Adcock web site with a request for info on the bow's serial number...but there has been no reply.
The website does have a posted disclaimer suggesting that replys to questions are hard to get.
However, I have been getting great input from Trad Gang members here at this forum. Experience and Knowledge.
Much thanks,
Ron