Big Name Bows

[buckeyebowhunter]

Hey guys I have been for a while looking at buying one of the big name higher priced bows such as a black widow, Morrison, tomahawk and so on. In your opinions what is the best all around bow, as far as speed, stability, smoothness, power, and overall performance for this high amount of money, regardless of whether or not it is a recurve or longbow. And if you would like some pics of your bows. Thanks guys.

[4 point]

Crow Creek Blackfeather

Dale Dye Trails End

[Steve O]

Buckeye,

Check out a TallTines.  All the performance and looks of the ones you are looking at(and more!)with a much easier to take price.

[redant 60/65]

A&H's are hard to beat for speed, but Morrison has the looks and speed. I own both.  

[ozarkcherrybow1]

You're going to get responses that are all over the place on this one.  I would suggest that you make it to one of the large events with a lot of vendors. Shoot as many bows as you can before spending the big money on a big name. As much as I love some of the big name bows, I must say that there are as many "smaller" companies making as good of bows, or better! It is all about what fits YOU.
I will say that the big names have better resale, all about what you're wanting. IMO....Terry

[MercilessMing]

JD Berry Appollo!

[WESTBROOK]

A lot of bows fit your description, but its usually not the same bow for everyone. You have to shoot them for yourself, when you find that bow you will know it. Might be a $500 bow, might be a $1500 bow.

Eric

[Steve O]

BB,

These guys are right, you should come up to the Traditional Expo East in Kalamazoo, Mi at the end of the month and try all of them out first hand.

[SuperSlamChaser]

Schafer Silvertips are my favorite without a doubt!

[2ndxarnd]

Blacktail..............

[fido dog]

Sometimes a big name bow company ain't so big. Like JV Outback (sorry to keep posting mine, but I'm a big fan). Right Steve!?!? LOL!

I literally can look at this bow and shoot it all day.

[Rob DiStefano]

here we go yet again ....

these kinda threads always turn into a subjective, opinionated, crowing contest and serve no purpose whatsoever to anyone ... well, other than looking at purty bow pics.

the ONLY WAY to know what type of stickbow, what manufacturer and what model to buy/shoot/love is by trying as many bows as possible.  there is NO substitute for this strategy.  anything else is a crapshoot.  feeling lucky?  the classifieds are fulla bows from folks that weren't so lucky.

oh well, carry on i s'pose ...........

[doowop]

Any bow that my buddie has at the time is the best bow ever made. At least that is what he says.

[Rob DiStefano]

Originally posted by doowop:
Any bow that my buddie has at the time is the best bow ever made. At least that is what he says.

now there ya go - spoken like a true bow nut  :D    

[riivioristo]

Hi ! I am a Black Widow advocate...those bows are beautiful tools - but you will have perhaps a different no.1 bow - test different models - you will find your "own" and then you will shoot it with confidence - and that is so important when you shoot a barebow ! You know you make the shot to score you are about to shoot....

[Shaun]

You live close enough to Kalamazoo to make the trip at the last weekend of January. It is the very best way to test a bunch of the best bows and see what feels right to YOU. BW, Morrison, and many others will be there with not only their great bows but the bowyers themselves. Nothing like it. Don't miss out.

[cacciatore]

You'll have hundreds of different answer,most bows are excellent,you have just to find yours.Try as many boe you can and since you decide buy yourself a used honest bow. This is a Robertson Fatal Styk

[frassettor]

I really enjoy my Widows.  I didnt buy them because of the name on the handle, or the price tag. I bought them because of the way they feel, and the way I shoot with them. I'm a believer that ounce you find one that "fits" you..STICK WITH IT, that is why I will never sell any of my Widows...I feel that the only way for me to be consistant in my shooting is  not to keep switching bows.  I have a friend whos bow costs alot less then my Widow costs, and one of  the best shots I know!

As far as preformance is concerned with my Widows versus other bows...I dont really notice any difference.  My friend's bow is equally good, if not better in preformance.( just being honest, dont shoot me Widow guys!)  Good luck in your search, and if you have any questions about Widows please feel free to shoot me a PM, and I will answer them the best I am able.

[vermonster13]

Very few bad bows made, just bows that fit you badly. Make a list of what's important to you from most to least, got to a show/shoot with the list and try everything you can get your hands on. Adjust your list as you go and find what fits you, your budget and style of hunting. You may be surprised by what ends up working best for you.

[Cherokee Scout]

I have owned many of the bows you named as well as other brands. There is no "best bow". The are bows that fit one guy better than another, some that one guy can shoot better than another, but it varies from person to person bow to bow.
The Black Widow retains its resale value better than most. The A&H may be smoother than most, the Morrison and Tomahawk are also very good bows.
There are also a bunch of other very good bows out there, made by some real artists.
Some to consider are, Mike Treadway bows, BlackCreek bows and Big Jim's bows, if you like great quality at an affordable price. The Belcher bows are very good, he now has a very nice metal riser bow. Great Plains bows are as good as any. There are plenty of others I have not listed, but the point is, try before you buy, it will save you some money.
And beware of any bowyer who has reported to have failed to honor their warranty or failed to deliver on bows. There are a few bad apples out there.
Before you buy one shoot as many as you can.
What someone says is their favorite may be your worst.