A book that covers everything from A to Z. This book was a long time in the making, and Tony is one heckuva nice guy.
Sorry, I can't let that one go. This is a book written by a guy who's main "credentials" are teaching scouts, doing some "trick shooting" for a soap opera years ago, and playing the role of "Robin Hood" at a rennesance fair. No tournament wins (other than maybe local), no bow kills, period.
His "information" includeds referring to bowyers who offer tillering options as ignorant and/or con artists (this would include almost every custom bowyer in business); that "nock fit doesn't matter"; that will argue "for every inch you draw past 28" you gain 10# worth of performance on average"........the list could go on. The book seems to contain some accurate information, but nothing that can't be garnered from any reliable source.
You will be much better served spending your money with someone who has proven themselves in the sport.
For hunting stories, anything by the Wensels, stories about Howard Hill, Fred Bear, Ben Pearson, etc. etc. etc.
For instruction, I believe Rick McKinney has a book or three out, and videos like "Masters of the Barebow, Volume III" will get you on track much quicker and save you hours of aggravation and frustration.
Chad
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