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Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« on: August 09, 2012, 11:38:00 AM »
As much as I love my modern longbows & recurves there's a part of me that is drawn to vintage Bear bows. I currently own a '66 Kodiak and am interested in a Bear T/d. Not knowing much about their worth, what can I expect to pay for one with a wood riser say 60" 50#@28"? Thanks.
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #1 on: August 09, 2012, 11:43:00 AM »
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #2 on: August 09, 2012, 11:43:00 AM »
You can buy a new Bear take down for $819.

Do it! The bow is fantastic!
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #3 on: August 09, 2012, 07:15:00 PM »
Phil is correct...the 2012 bubinga version is excellent, especially at that price.
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #4 on: August 09, 2012, 08:50:00 PM »
Fred, What can be better than zipper or big river?

ah yes a classic Bear! I am sick also brother!
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #5 on: August 10, 2012, 08:00:00 AM »
Charlie, I will never give up my Zipper or Big River bows, but there is something about the nostalgia of a Bear t/d thats calling to me. At least I know I'm in good company..  :bigsmyl:
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #6 on: August 10, 2012, 11:47:00 AM »
I have the bubinga version to, and it is a most excellent bow.
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #7 on: August 10, 2012, 05:13:00 PM »
Those vintage Bear bows are my weakness. I have two and just bid on another. Help! I think I'm addicted.

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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #8 on: August 10, 2012, 05:27:00 PM »
Ross, Got my eye on one as well!
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #9 on: August 10, 2012, 05:56:00 PM »
Good Luck. After posting the above I had to go shoot my '66 Kodiak. It is a sweet bow and quiet even with the vintage spring arm quiver. Quieter than my B.W. Cedar arrows and a Grayling Bear....it just don't get no better.

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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #10 on: August 11, 2012, 12:16:00 PM »
I found a Green stripe Bear t/d with a serial number of B-5454. Could someone please tell me the year it was made. Thanks.
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #11 on: August 13, 2012, 06:23:00 PM »
Fred run dont walk to the nearest doctor and get that Bear anti virus injection, its a bad disease that really tuff to cure once your infected. Be well my brother of the bow and remember life is short... Ron.
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #12 on: August 13, 2012, 10:42:00 PM »
those Bear T/D risers/grips are outstanding for sure....

Way to go Fred.. Take a step back to history....
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #13 on: August 16, 2012, 04:35:00 PM »
Okay so I just bought my first bear riser. According to the seller its from the early 90's.
 
 
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #14 on: August 17, 2012, 09:23:00 PM »
Its all down hill from here Fred.   :scared:    :bigsmyl:
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #15 on: August 17, 2012, 10:39:00 PM »
And what a ride it can be..........
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #16 on: August 18, 2012, 08:36:00 AM »
Well Fred - you got your first one.  It's all over with except for the crying!!!!!!

Read Sam's thread about looking for a cure.....for the Bear T/D disease!

Since I'm no help in this area, I will offer to contribute.....to making the craving even worse!  There is an early Type 1 A riser and 50# Grayling limbs all set up and tuned about 10 minutes or so away from you that you are always welcome to shoot a spell.  No guarantee that it won't cast it's own spell.

Congrats on your new riser!

At least you have the comfort knowing you have many fellow addicts nearby!
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #17 on: August 18, 2012, 09:03:00 AM »
Looks good.....Now you need limbs? Are you going with Bear or one of the sources in the aftermarket?
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #18 on: August 18, 2012, 09:24:00 AM »
Charlie, You're welcome to join me on this ride...LOL

Tony, I don't know how this addiction came to be but it definitely is strong!! I'll show you mine if you show me yours   :bigsmyl:  Seriously, I would love to come by and drool just a little. I'd be afraid to pick it up for fear I wouldn't want to put it down.

Ron, It's coming with a set of Bear limbs
      49#@28"
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Re: Bitten by the Bear Bow Bug (Pics Added)
« Reply #19 on: August 20, 2012, 10:06:00 PM »
Fred,

Make sure you bring a handkerchief for drool and tears when you go to Tony's house.  he has a few nice ones hanging round.
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