Longbow opinions

[1Longbow]

Between the Martin Savannah and the Bear Au Sable,which would you choose. Between shootability,and lack of hand shock. Thanks for all opinions.

[Tradcat]

Savannah all the way...  BUT try to get a Savannah that's at least 5 years old. The older models limbs had much better tapers. IMHO

[JRY309]

For me I'm kind of partial to Martin Savannah,still have mine I bought when they first came out.I have had quite a few of the Martin/Howatt bows! Near shot a Bear Au Sable but my friend has one and loves it,shoots great for him.For me I'm a Martin/Howatt man!

[NothingHappenedToday]

Never shot a Savannah, but did own an AuSable. Really fast bow -- seems to like stiffer arrows due to its speed. The only drawback -- the AuSable was the loudest bow I ever owned and I could never get it quite quiet enough.

[kenneth butler]

I have a Larry Hatfield period Savannah. It is quick and quiet but I don't think I will be hunting any more. Recovering from another surgery at 76.  >>>----> Ken

[BramosCombat]

I shoot an AuSable in 55#, Changed the strings to 60x and threw two synthetic beaver balls on it, and it's silent but violent.  I shoot 400gr Easton Axis Traditional wit 100gr insert and 125 gr tips.  

Make sure the brace height is correct I think it's like 7 - 7.5 inches.  But it's amazing when you get it throwing right.  

I liked the AuSable because I have big hands and the smallish grip felt amazing in hand.  I didn't but the grip wrap on it.  I like the feel of the bow and pending weather will shoot with a thin glove.

All in all, I love the bow.  If you have any other questions feel free to shake me down.

Bramos