Author Topic: shrew/javaman vs bw pma (Read 1781 times)

dixiearcher · « **on:** December 07, 2020, 09:26:22 AM »

Ok so I currently own and shoot a bw pma and absolutely love it. However, at 60" I struggle to shoot it out of a blind, which is what most of my trad bowhunting is and will be. I am considering switching to a shrew lil favorite, elkheart, helms deep, etc. for blind hunting. My draw length is 27" and I plan to stay in the 40-50lbs range. Has anyone shot both and could give me pros and cons to my idea? I can only really afford to have one or the other so if I need to just keep practicing in my blind or invest in a bigger blind just say so. I know everyone's opinion is different, but I would still like to know what everyone thinks...thanks

mnbwhtr · « **Reply #1 on:** December 07, 2020, 10:07:57 AM »

A new blind would be cheaper!

Alexander Traditional · « **Reply #2 on:** December 07, 2020, 10:13:48 AM »

I've got a hidden hunter blind and have shot stuff with a 64" longbow. Seems a 60" would work unless you're just in the market for a new bow

I ain't judging!

The Whittler · « **Reply #3 on:** December 07, 2020, 10:20:50 AM »

Shorter limbs?

Trumpkin the Dwarf · « **Reply #4 on:** December 07, 2020, 10:38:14 AM »

Those bows are totally different styles. You may find you don't shoot them as well as the Widow (or vice versa, if you just want an excuse for a new bow). I'd really suggest a bigger blind to start with. A 60" bow is short enough for a good blind.

Bisch · « **Reply #5 on:** December 07, 2020, 10:51:56 AM »

I’m in the new blind camp. Build one yourself, then you can make it however big it needs to be. I have found almost all pop up blinds too small for my liking. Plus, it seems most all blind mfgrs put the windows too high (no doubt they are designed for wheel bow shooters). I have several homemade blinds, and a couple of manufactured shell blinds. I shoot my 64” bows out of them with plenty of room. I could shoot a 70” bow from my homemade Christmas Tree blind!

Bisch

dixiearcher · « **Reply #6 on:** December 07, 2020, 10:59:56 AM »

Now that's a great idea! love that blind!

Ray Lyon · « **Reply #7 on:** December 07, 2020, 12:07:55 PM »

I have a couple of different ground blinds. Both a hidden Hunter and a double Bull. I’ve taken Critters from both of them and they’re both effective. However I think they are long term, single spot solutions and not run and gun. This year, at our annual deer camp. I had the pleasure of trying out a 54 inch Super Shrew Classic Hunter II. It was so handy and shot extremely well at my 28 inch draw.I made several natural ground blinds and it was fantastic way to Hunt. If you do decide to go the new bow route, the 52 or 54 inch length Super Shrew Classic Hunter II at your draw length would be great and you would have a boatload of fun in tight quarters with it. Good luck.

Here’s a couple of my quick setups that brought me close encounters. Just a pair of clippers and zip ties is all and my Waldrop Pack seat.

KentuckyWolf · « **Reply #8 on:** December 07, 2020, 12:09:36 PM »

Bisch,

What’s the dimensions on that beauty?

Bisch · « **Reply #9 on:** December 07, 2020, 12:22:04 PM »

Quote from: KentuckyWolf on December 07, 2020, 12:09:36 PM

Bisch,

What’s the dimensions on that beauty?

It’s been a while since I built that one, but if I remember correctly, it’s 6.5’ high at the back and 7’ in the front. The floor is about 6’ front to back and 7’ side to side. I built this one extra big so I could take my son with me. Now he lives in another state, so it is just more room for me!

Bisch

KentuckyWolf · « **Reply #10 on:** December 07, 2020, 12:31:30 PM »

I like it

kadbow · « **Reply #11 on:** December 08, 2020, 10:58:57 AM »

The shrew/Javaman are very light as far as mass weight, especially compared to a pma. I love my Javaman bows. If you like your widow, switch to a shorter pch model.

the rifleman · « **Reply #12 on:** December 08, 2020, 12:06:02 PM »

Javaman all the way. New bows are great. New blinds are boring.

KAZ · « **Reply #13 on:** December 08, 2020, 06:41:05 PM »

Quote from: kadbow on December 08, 2020, 10:58:57 AM

The shrew/Javaman are very light as far as mass weight, especially compared to a pma. I love my Javaman bows. If you like your widow, switch to a shorter pch model.

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The Shrew/Javaman and BW PMA could not be more different... BW PCH or KB would be a great transition for shorter bow. I shoot a 54” KB at 27-5/8” draw that is sweet. A 54” or 56” PCH would also be sweet. Not disrespecting the Javaman but those bows are light as a feather which some love, but for me mass weight is more forgiving...

Terry Green · « **Reply #14 on:** December 10, 2020, 05:55:32 PM »

Wow.... those bows are all different(and all good)... you might want to reconsider... new blind would be your best bet no matter if its boring or not.

Ron LaClair · « **Reply #15 on:** December 11, 2020, 12:14:24 AM »

I'm comfortable in my Hidden Hunter blind with my 54"Shrew

Ron LaClair · « **Reply #16 on:** December 11, 2020, 12:16:24 AM »

Opps, wrong picture that's my 66" David Miller Hill style bow.

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