Author Topic: Mohawk Longbow on its way! Pix added. (Read 1700 times)

Bullfrog 1 · « **Reply #20 on:** June 04, 2008, 08:29:00 AM »

How wide are the limbs at the widest point? BILL

Bullfrog 1 · « **Reply #21 on:** June 04, 2008, 08:30:00 AM »

Also, does he trap the limbs any? Thanks. BILL

Rob DiStefano · « **Reply #22 on:** June 04, 2008, 08:44:00 AM »

My digital calipers show the limb width as it leaves the riser at between 1.270" and 1.275". The limbs are trapped from back to belly on all Mohawk longbows.

Bullfrog 1 · « **Reply #23 on:** June 04, 2008, 09:15:00 AM »

Thanks

Rob DiStefano · « **Reply #24 on:** June 04, 2008, 09:15:00 AM »

Whoa Nelly!!! My 'Hawk TD just arrived! Pics and rap to follow!

HATCHCHASER · « **Reply #25 on:** June 04, 2008, 09:18:00 AM »

That take down feature adds about 4 or 5 ounces according to Vince. Not much but could be enough to make the difference in feel. That will be my next option if this baby works out.

Rob, he mailed yours and mine on Monday so we should see em today or tommorrow.

The suspense in killing me, gotta go, later..

HATCHCHASER · « **Reply #26 on:** June 04, 2008, 09:20:00 AM »

You must have posted while I was plucking the keyboard. Can't wait to see pics...

Bullfrog 1 · « **Reply #27 on:** June 04, 2008, 09:37:00 AM »

Rob, STOP playing with that thing and take some pics of it. BILL

Rob DiStefano · « **Reply #28 on:** June 04, 2008, 12:25:00 PM »

The Mohawk TD - a classic longbow for all seasons and reasons.

This is IT. This is the classic D longbow I'd been searching for years to no avail, 'till now.

I've got three 'Hawks ...

64", 47# @ 28" 1pc (50# @ 29")
62", 49# @ 28" 1pc (52# @ 29")
62", 52# @ 28" 2pc TD (55# @ 29")

I typically prefer shorter longbows (huh?) for hunting and longer limbs for roving and 3D. However, after lots of testing I perceive no drawing/holding differences between the 64" and 62" 'Hawks at my full 29" draw. Based on that criteria, I ordered out a 62" 'Hawk TD. I was not disappointed.

My 62" 1pc weighs 1lb 5ozs, and the new 62" TD weighs 1lb 8ozs. The handle on both have that same slim, great feel. Both have double Tonkin cane limb cores and the draw is incredibly smooth - the smoothest of any longbow yet that I've pulled string. I've had a variety of different style 2pc TD systems and the Connexion Hinge was a new one for me - it's too easy to use, very positive locking, very functional - I like it lots!

The TD version performs every bit as well as my other 1pc 'Hawks. Exceptional "pointability", super stable, plenty of arrow speed and she LOVES heavy shafts.

Many thanx to Vince for this terrific longbow!

Bullfrog 1 · « **Reply #29 on:** June 04, 2008, 03:37:00 PM »

I just DID IT. Ordered one. Fisrt bow in a long time that I got site unseen. Think I will like it though. BILL

KYArcher · « **Reply #30 on:** June 04, 2008, 04:30:00 PM »

No Mohhawk today "[dntthnk]"

maybe tommorrow

bentpole · « **Reply #31 on:** June 04, 2008, 04:56:00 PM »

Rob, another great lookin' 'Hawk.

HATCHCHASER · « **Reply #32 on:** June 04, 2008, 05:12:00 PM »

I got mine today and it is all that has been said. Flawless worksmanship. Very quiet, shock free, and much faster than I expected. The arrows I have are a bit stiff, so need to do some fine tuning. I think they will be fine with 250 grain heads, but this puts the arrow weight in the 660 range with 350 up front. That is 12.2 grains per pound. Hmm may just work. I'll try to get some pics up this evening.

Oh and Vince is without a doubt at the top of the heap of bowyers I have dealt with. You can't go wrong with a Mohawk!

Rob DiStefano · « **Reply #33 on:** June 04, 2008, 05:52:00 PM »

HATCHCHASER, congrats! What are the spex on yer 'Hawk?

'Hawks LOVE heavy arras - I shot 625 grain outta the light 50#er (12.5 gpp) and they flew stable and Fast. Now I'm looking to build some 700 grain arras with heavy point weight (30% FOC) for the new 55# TD.

Molson · « **Reply #34 on:** June 04, 2008, 06:39:00 PM »

Nice Rob! I like that. As for heavy arrows and the 'Hawk, those 680 gr Alaskans I've been shooting actually turned out to be 750gr Alaskans. Measured them on my certified scale at work, which I know is accurate, and was a bit surprised to find that much difference. That puts them up above the 13 gpp range and I'm perfectly happy with the flight I'm getting out of them.

HATCHCHASER · « **Reply #35 on:** June 04, 2008, 08:37:00 PM »

48@28, 54@30" where I draw. Cocabola riser with two white pinstripes. Cocabola overlays front and back and on the tips with white and black on the tips. Two tonkin bamboo lam cores with 2 red elm cores on the outside. Smooth drawing, fast stable and all the other good things. This bow has as good of worksmanship as any bow I have had. Vince is top notch in all regards as well. I can't get onto Photobucket so I'll get pics asap. I promise though it is purty!

HATCHCHASER · « **Reply #36 on:** June 05, 2008, 04:44:00 PM »

Here is the pics......

Rob DiStefano · « **Reply #37 on:** June 05, 2008, 04:48:00 PM »

Classic!!!

bentpole · « **Reply #38 on:** June 05, 2008, 05:29:00 PM »

I really like that combo! Very nice! Red Elm natural camo look.Let me know if you don't like it.

KYArcher · « **Reply #39 on:** June 06, 2008, 11:34:00 AM »

Well my Mohawk arrived yesterday, but Iwas working 19hrs of storm restoration :( . I was too tired to open the tube when I got home at 2am, but I've got it open now!

Wow what great looking longbow!! Mine is Bocote riser with 2 red swopes, red & white tips overlays, with some beautiful golden bamboo limbs.I love the frosted matte finish Vince puts on these bows

its a great finish for a huntn bow. Well I need to get some more coffee in me


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