Durable heavy # bows, heavy hitters pls comment?

[BigJim]

62-64" longbow would serve you well. Can't imagine that the poundage is that big of an issue here. Although it may seem like quite a bit to most, to the bow it is really not that big of a deal as long as you use a  heavy enough arrow. I would say that you should have concerns about choosing the proper takedown. Although some boyers have no problem with there TD systems on bows up to 60lbs., these same systems wouldn't fare too well above that mark. The carbon fiberglass sleave TD system has been tested to over 1500 psi and when it finally does fail, it happens in places other than the TD portion.
More than adequate for the higher pound bows.

BigJim

[divecon10]

I see u’r point. I have only just taken delivery of a saxon mongoose and at the weight see the advantage over conventional thread & bolted limbs. From what I’m gathering many of the heavier shooters are very happy with these longbow configurations. Only few of the suggestions come in have been for TD recurves.  BTW have heard u’rs compared more favourably both in style and hardiness to BW’s. Also there seems to be some consensus on durable bows tho not many additions to the list
Cheers

[BigJim]

I doubt you could go wrong with a Black Widow or any others with good track records. I too make a three piece and would have to question the reliability of a threaded insert and a solid hardwood riser. There would definitely be some glass in my 90 lb riser and maybe some other precautions. I have one too many  lumps on my head as it is. My two piece bows don't scare me a bit at heavy pounds.

Good luck in your decisions, bigjim

[OkKeith]

Paul,

I shoot a Quinn Stallion take-down recurve. The limbs I regularly shoot are 48# at 28". My draw length is around 31". The bow at my draw length is 60#.

I think it would be very hard to find a sturdier bow than the Quinn. Alum. riser with a pin and threaded limb attachment. You can order limbs of various weights up to 65# (at 28") I think.

Not the prettiest bow around, but I think definitely the sturdiest take-down you could find. Not nearly as expensive as other bows either. Happy to send some photos if nessicary

OkKeith

[divecon10]

Thanks everyone! I have a pretty good list, shortly to be passed on for conformation.
If anyone else has any suggestions before so please feel free to put it forward or reinterate whats already come forth.
All these suggestions will be much appreciated as in the long run u'r contributing to enlightening the darkness of uncertainty.
Cheers