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Offline ffdiggs

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First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« on: January 11, 2014, 08:46:00 PM »
well finally got her done. I think it looks ok. Its 62" ntn, 45# at 28",six coats of try-oil, black walnut tips, black leather lace grip and a floppy rest. She fought me a bit especially the end with the knot whole. But I persevered. Enjoy the pics.
     
   
 
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #1 on: January 11, 2014, 08:48:00 PM »
   
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #2 on: January 11, 2014, 08:53:00 PM »
Hole in one! I like it!
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #3 on: January 11, 2014, 09:12:00 PM »
That is really nice work.  Looks great    :thumbsup:
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #4 on: January 11, 2014, 09:21:00 PM »
I like it.
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #5 on: January 11, 2014, 09:31:00 PM »
Thanks guys.
osagetree- i was racking my brain trying to think of a name for it, I think you just named it for me. If you don't mind me borrowing it?
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #6 on: January 11, 2014, 09:37:00 PM »
Hey macbow, how lucky are you? you actually live near a place called osage beach. Is it named that for a good reason?
I was just in Mo. in October visiting family. Might have to time my next trip so I can make mojam next time
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #7 on: January 11, 2014, 09:40:00 PM »
Thats your first selfbow?! Awesome. Just awesome. did it take any set?
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #8 on: January 11, 2014, 09:45:00 PM »
An excellent bow, Warren! Well done!   :clapper:
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #9 on: January 11, 2014, 10:41:00 PM »
Echatham, no set so far. lost some of my reflex that I heat bent into it. That first picture is right after it was unstrung. Ive put between 100 and 200 arrows through it so far. Just some junk arrows a friend gave me. currently making a list supplies to purchase so I can make my own arrows and strings.
red hill thanks for the applause. I wanna start another one soon, but my wife wants me to finish the remodel I started on the bathroom. The water works and the toilet flush, what ,more can you ask for
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #10 on: January 11, 2014, 10:52:00 PM »
That turned out really nice - full draw looks very good to me - nicely done!
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #11 on: January 11, 2014, 11:17:00 PM »
That's a serious grip and a serious mustache. Nice bow man. Not alot of guys would have the fortitude to tackle a knot like that on a first osage bow.
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #12 on: January 11, 2014, 11:25:00 PM »
Love it!
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #13 on: January 12, 2014, 08:32:00 AM »
LittleBen- I figured if I can make a knot like that work, when I get a really good piece it might go a little easier. Besides I kinda like character bows.
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #14 on: January 12, 2014, 08:37:00 AM »
The mustache is kind of my trade mark.  
It drives my wife and kids crazy when people stop me in public places and ask for a photo.
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Offline ron w

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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #15 on: January 12, 2014, 08:50:00 AM »
What do I think.......I think you done good!!   :thumbsup:    :notworthy:
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #16 on: January 12, 2014, 08:51:00 AM »
great job!
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #17 on: January 12, 2014, 10:41:00 AM »
Very nice work!
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #18 on: January 12, 2014, 10:53:00 AM »
Hell of a good looking bow.  I think ya done a great job. Tiller looks pretty good to me. Well done
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Re: First osage bow done... let me know what you think
« Reply #19 on: January 15, 2014, 06:53:00 PM »
Very Nice!
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