Black Hawk Hornet Bow

[Stripstrike1]

Does anyone know about this vintage recurve?  Friend of mine gave it to me and I know nothing about vintage recurves and longbows.  It appears to be in good shape aand  has a unique green glass back and red glass belly.  Just curious as to how old this guy might be.  I might get a Dacron String made for it and see how she shoots.  Its marked 959 X82 50#'s @ 28".  Any help would be appreciated.

[riverrat 2]

I had a short hornet a few years back. They were made by the Cravotta Bros. of Pennsylvania back in the early 50s through the 60s I think. They had some money problems,and went under. Bows were
pretty cool though. On yours the 959 is September of 1959. The X82 means it was bow number 82. I hope this helps,enjoy that bow Stripstrike1! rat'

[Stripstrike1]

Thanks Riverrat.  I knew someone would know about this old bow.  I am going to string it up and see how it shoots.  It is in real good shape.  The green glass has some discoloration and a little wear but overall its in good shape.

[jonbobshinigin]

I have one at 45# and once I put an SBD string on it, it shoots great! Very very quiet as well. I had a B50 string on it before and it had a lot of shock and vibration in the hand. Now it's dead!