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Offline Irish Archer

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Called Craig today
« on: December 11, 2009, 04:06:00 PM »
Well I finally made up my mind. Looked at honey locust (Rhino) but it just didn't feel right.

So, I ordered a Halfbreed. 66", 46@28" (which should be 50 pounds for me), Yew belly and back with darker bamboo cores (hopefully not as much contrast), Wenge riser and tips, dark brown laced wrap and a satin finish.


It should be a beauty. I'm pretty pumped. I was going to go for a t/d but opted not to so that I could save some money, plus I just wasn't sure about the grip. Hope I don't regret that.

Anyway, to all of you Hill fans out there, I'm startin' my collection now(does two count as a collection?). Should be here in time to try to bust a bunny.
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Offline Shakes.602

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #1 on: December 11, 2009, 04:14:00 PM »
Congratulations!! We Will just HAVE to See Pics of Your New Addition!! Sounds like a Gorgeous Bow!!
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Offline far rider

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #2 on: December 11, 2009, 04:30:00 PM »
Woo Whoo! They're addictive. I'm seeking professional help for my dependency.

 

 
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Offline straitera

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2009, 04:53:00 PM »
Great IA! They bring smiles don't they?
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Offline fireball31

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #4 on: December 11, 2009, 04:55:00 PM »
awesome.  Can't beat a hill.
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Offline SCATTERSHOT

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #5 on: December 11, 2009, 04:55:00 PM »
Congrats. That's one of my favorite Hills. You'll love it. What did you specify for the grip? (Straight, dished, size, etc.)
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Offline Irish Archer

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #6 on: December 11, 2009, 05:06:00 PM »
I went with the straight grip as it's the only Hill I've handled.

The used one I picked up has a 2" deep grip. It measures five and a half inches around the grip. It feels pretty good to me so I told Craig to stay with that.

Hills are very new to me but I'm gettin' hooked.  :goldtooth:
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Offline Irish Archer

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #7 on: December 11, 2009, 05:11:00 PM »
Rider,

What are the riser woods in the Cheetah and the Big 5?
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Offline JRY309

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #8 on: December 11, 2009, 05:27:00 PM »
Congrats,I love my HH Half Breed,love the yew!
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Offline Benny Nganabbarru

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #9 on: December 11, 2009, 07:25:00 PM »
Congrats!
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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #10 on: December 11, 2009, 08:36:00 PM »
Oh, man, you're ruined now--I have four Hills on the rack    :jumper:
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Offline SpankyNeal

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #11 on: December 11, 2009, 09:40:00 PM »
Yep, there goes the kids inheritance! Have four now with three more on the way!  I guess I need  :help:  You can't own just one! Great choice in the HB - beautiful bow and a nice shooter to boot - Congrats!  :thumbsup:
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Offline GingivitisKahn

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #12 on: December 11, 2009, 09:43:00 PM »
That's pretty close to what I shoot - love it.  Can't wait to see pics of yours.
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Offline far rider

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #13 on: December 11, 2009, 10:13:00 PM »
Randy,
Bought the Cheetah and Big 5 used, but from what I can tell, the Cheetah's riser wood is Padauk, and the Big 5 is either Bubinga. The Wesley is African Ebony, and the far right is a custom Wesley I ordered from Craig. It is Claro Walnut.
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Offline Loosenock

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #14 on: December 11, 2009, 10:16:00 PM »
Sounds nice Irish,  The "Half Breed" is an excellent choice.  Your going to have a fine bow there.  I think any bow you choose from Craig would be an excellent choice.

I've been thinking long and hard about a "Rhino" myself but I keep telling myself wait until I get my new "Big Five" and order after that.  Craig told me 3-5 weeks.  So I just finished my 4th, maybe next week.

Besure and give us some pictures and review on your bow.

Loose
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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #15 on: December 11, 2009, 11:01:00 PM »
cool choice ... my " halfbreed " is still my my go to shooter , 8 yrs , thousands of shots and still going strong ....
looking foward to pics ,
ben
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Offline Irish Archer

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #16 on: December 12, 2009, 12:55:00 AM »
Thanks for the posts fellas. I'm still awake thinkin' about it.

I gotta try to get some sleep now....I must get some sleep.......gotta go to sleep....
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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #17 on: December 12, 2009, 11:00:00 AM »
he usually gets them out in 8 weeks or less!
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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #18 on: December 12, 2009, 12:06:00 PM »
yep, mine have always come in three!
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Offline Loosenock

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Re: Called Craig today
« Reply #19 on: December 12, 2009, 12:43:00 PM »
Doing business with Craig has always been enjoyable.  I was looking at the prices of some production bows.

Martin Savanah $529.99
Martin Bamboo viper $719.99
Bear takedown supreme $1399.99

Now Howard Hill archery longbows

"bow blank with 4 lams"   $325.00
"Tembo" (cheaptest finished bow) $475.00
"Wesley Special" (top of the line) $525.00

You can have a custom made to order bow from Howard Hill cheaper than you can buy an off the self production bow.

I know how I will go.

'Loose
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