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Skinnybill
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 71
59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 15, 2015, 09:08:00 AM »
Just want some opinions from people that own either the new 59 or a replica. Thanks.
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Petrichor
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1319
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 06:19:00 AM »
Been wanting to shoot one.
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Brock
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1445
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 07:15:00 AM »
I have shot one of the 59 replica from Vintage Works and thought they were outstanding...better than originals. I have not shot the new Bear version of same but have heard good things as well. I prefer the looks and detail on the Vintage Works...but if a true BEAR means more then go with the New Models.
That being said I dont think the 59 is the best shooter...best looking for sure but for overall looks and shootability (ie grip) I prefer the 1959 Hybrid from Vintage Works...the looks of the 59 but better feel and performance.
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Possumjon
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 192
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 07:54:00 AM »
I can't say enough good things about mine. I've got a new bear.its been my go to bow since I got it a year ago. I've got smaller hands and that handle fits me perfect
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Zbone
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Posts: 1020
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 08:57:00 AM »
Possumjon - Is your's a Bear Archery product or another company made replica?
thanks
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MCNSC
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 1324
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 09:09:00 AM »
I have owned 3, an origional a reproduction and a New model Bear. All 3 shot good, I just couldn't get used to the grip. The workmanship on the new bears is top notch( except for the leather grip) you are just limited to what they offer as far as wood and glass. The reproduction I had shot great, but I kinda wanted one made by Bear. Like mentioned above you have to decide what is important to you.
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nineworlds9
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Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 09:10:00 AM »
The new Bears are very nice quality. I handled several at TBOF at Big Jim's tent and I was impressed.
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Possumjon
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Posts: 192
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 09:16:00 AM »
Mines a bear a cherry product. I agree, the leather wrap is junk. I took mine off within a few months. I plan on trapping a beaver this year to replace the grip but kind of like it as us without one.
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Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 03:16:00 PM »
Jons bow is super quiet. Quietest bow I've heard.
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vintage-bears
TGMM Member
Trad Bowhunter
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Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 07:23:00 PM »
The bear 59 re introduction bow is outstanding!
Most impressive.
It points
It's fast........very fast
It's quiet
It's comfortable
It's the real thing
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sheepdogreno
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 661
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 16, 2015, 09:31:00 PM »
I'd love to shoot one if the new Bears I've heard nothing but good things about them
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jackdaw
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Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 22, 2015, 05:01:00 AM »
I have 3 replicas of the 59' Kodiak...all made by Ed Holcomb. They are real hotrods.... .! Great design.......the Bear is nice...
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jeff w
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Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 22, 2015, 05:35:00 AM »
Anyone with a longer draw shoot one? I draw 30" and wondered how they would feel-referring primarily to the new Bear at 60" AMO length.
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JRY309
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Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 22, 2015, 08:05:00 AM »
The newer Bear Kodiak's are a great shooting bow in my opinion.After I shot a buddies I just had to get me one for myself.Love the old style look and performance I get,fast and quiet.The only negative was the factory string,a 16 strand D97 and the loops were to large.First thing I did was to twist up a new BCY-X string for mine as I do with any new bow I get.
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Mo0se
Trad Bowhunter
Posts: 106
Re: 59 Bear Reproduction or Replica
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December 23, 2015, 07:54:00 PM »
The build quality of the new Bear 59's is on par with anything out there.
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