Mohawk Longbows - ordering online

s_mcflurry · August 20, 2008, 04:02:00 AM

Hello everybody,

First time poster here...finding these forums a really valuable resource! A general thank you to all the helpful reviews, comments, and tips I've been reading these last couple of days.

I've been shooting a 30# Martin X-200 for several years now but haven't done so on a regular schedule so am very much an amateur. After a couple of years off, I've picked it up again and am determined get serious about it. I have decent groupings at 20 and 25 yards but, since my bow is so light, the parabolic flight is rather pronounced.

So...I've been shopping around. Bow shopping = good; spending money = bad. :p But that's a whole 'nother issue.

To make a long story short, I've read nothing but good about Mohawk longbows and wanted some more information. I came across a site that had several core/lam options and they are: bamboo, actionboo, red elm, red cedar, osage.

1) Does one wood type have an advantage over the other?
2) This site - http://www.mohawkbows.com - is this their official site for online orders?

Thanks in advance!

Molson · August 20, 2008, 05:47:00 AM

Personally I would pick the all bamboo limbs. They are overwhelmingly smooth drawing making the bow feel much lighter than it is. Great bows. I doubt I would buy another D bow other than a Mohawk. Vince is putting out a lot of bow for $425.

That is the Mohawk website but I would call Vince to place an order or to discuss options for your bow. Vince has an updated in-stock list posted on the Sponsor's Forum.

Bullfrog 1 · August 20, 2008, 08:34:00 AM

Call Vince. He is a GREAT guy and NICE bows. BILL

HATCHCHASER · August 20, 2008, 08:58:00 AM

Bamboo...call Vince he's top notch.

Rob DiStefano · August 20, 2008, 09:19:00 AM

Call or email Vince and discuss your bow requirements - what you will use your bow for, your draw length, required holding weight, and the bow length best suited to your draw length and purpose.

I would highly recommend Vince's double Tonkin cane limbs - cores and veneers. Personally, I think Vince crafts the best mild r/d longbow available, and his price is better than fair.

AdamH · August 20, 2008, 10:07:00 AM

Yeah, Give him a call, tell him to quit holdin down the couch !! In all seriousness, Super good man, Excellent L/B's.. Good Choice !!

s_mcflurry · August 20, 2008, 02:45:00 PM

Thank you all for your replies. I've emailed Vince (mohawkbows@aol.com) and am awaiting a reply. I can't wait to see how these babies shoot!

Oh, since I'm here...my local shop had a couple of Abbott longbows I was able to try out but their $700 asking price was a bit much. They were very light, shot very smoothly and was wondering how they compare to Mohawk longbows. Any advice would be great.

Rob DiStefano · August 20, 2008, 02:57:00 PM

QuoteOriginally posted by s_mcflurry:
Thank you all for your replies. I've emailed Vince (mohawkbows@aol.com) and am awaiting a reply. I can't wait to see how these babies shoot!

Oh, since I'm here...my local shop had a couple of Abbott longbows I was able to try out but their $700 asking price was a bit much. They were very light, shot very smoothly and was wondering how they compare to Mohawk longbows. Any advice would be great.

Abbotts are fine longbows. I've owned two. After going through lotsa mild r/d longbows I now only shoot Mohawks ... because they fit me perfectly.

So here's the deal - opinions of others are, well, their opinions.

How a bow is built, the materials used, the craftsmanship - all that stuff is in-yer-face fact. How a bow will shoot for you is subjective.

In the short run, it's nice to hear what others hafta say about a bow, but in the long run the rubber meets the road when you've launched a few through one, and you have yer own opinions to render. Talk with Vince. Get a Mohawk.

bentpole · August 20, 2008, 03:51:00 PM

You will not find a better shooting Longbow for the money.Mine fits me like a wart on a toad. I like Rob, have shot and sold alot of bows.Rob's imput was the main reason I called Vince myself. Vince is one of the rare breed in bowyers out there. He sent me one of his bows to try out. He said if I didn't like it send it back plus shipping both ways. Well guess what I bought the bow. It's one of three bows that I own and will not sell.By the way I would get all Tonkin Cane Boo for my first [like mine]. My next one will be Boo cores with Red Cedar veneers. Remeber: don't overbow yourself, make sure your brace height is correct on the bow, make sure your arrows are correct for your bow/draw weight,and your nock point is right on your string. These things are very important no matter what bow you shoot/choose.