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Author Topic: Big Jim Bows  (Read 576 times)

Offline stickbowmaniac

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Big Jim Bows
« on: May 28, 2010, 11:40:00 PM »
Well i've started saving up for a new longbow and i wanted to no your thoughts on Big jims bows.Hows the quality and how smooth do they draw compaired to some of the others out there.Trying to stay around 600.00 or so.I'm open to opinions on other bows as well.Any help would be appreciated.
Dryad Orion 58" 49#@28"
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Kodiak Magnum    52" 50#@28"

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Offline Kenneth

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #1 on: May 29, 2010, 12:36:00 AM »
IMHO they are the best bow made!!  They are very smooth drawing and feel about 5# lighter in draw weight than they really are; they're quiet as a mouse, shock free, and really fling an arrow.  I've never shot the Thunder Child so all of my opinion comes from my experience with Jim's Buffalo bow.  If you have a grip preference or any questions at all give Big Jim a call.  He's knows his stuff and is a very patient man!  Just ask him about me and you'll truly understand what a nice, patient man he is!  Even if his bows were twice the price, I honestly don't think you could do better for the $$$!  Fit and finish on his bows is perfect and each one is truly a work of art!!  Most importantly though; they are real performers and will shoot along with bows costing 3 times more that don't look half as good!  Order a 60" 50# to 60# and if you don't like it give me a call!  I'm pretty sure I won't be hearing from you.   ;)
Chasing my kids and my degree for now but come next fall the critters better look out.  ;)

Offline soundman

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #2 on: May 29, 2010, 12:48:00 AM »
I have shot numerous bows and for me the Dryad orion is a great bow really fast dead in the hand and a great built bow. If you can try and shoot one of the bows you are interested in and see if it fits you.
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Offline stickbowmaniac

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #3 on: May 29, 2010, 08:56:00 AM »
That's what i'm looking for.Smooth, fast,quiet,performs good and  probaly when i decide going to order a 55#@28" 60-62" long.I no there's more that own them on tradgang.Lets hear the storys and see some pics.Thanks Chuck
Dryad Orion 58" 49#@28"
Static limbs
Kodiak Magnum    52" 50#@28"

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

Offline Kenneth

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #4 on: May 29, 2010, 10:28:00 AM »
here's a few pics of my Buffalo bow.  It's Ziricote riser with Dalmation ebony stripe, and Dalmation Ebony limbs.

 

 

 

 
Chasing my kids and my degree for now but come next fall the critters better look out.  ;)

Offline Ringneck

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #5 on: May 29, 2010, 04:17:00 PM »
Nice bow, Ken.

Offline mancole5

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #6 on: May 29, 2010, 05:40:00 PM »
use the search engine on here and you will find plenty of the info that you are looking for. I have already posted a review of my Big Jim Thunder Child and I know that there is a slide show on here of peoples bows from Big Jim.  I will repeat and say that I love my Big Jim's bow!

Offline featherhorn

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #7 on: May 29, 2010, 05:52:00 PM »
i cant say nothing but good things about the buffalo bow i wish i could new how to post pics i would my buffalo bow is 64" 80@28 and it draws like its 5 pounds lighter mine is his take down locket socket it works great no flaws there mine is all ebony gaboon and macassar with sheep horn on both front and back of the riser give big jim a call he will fix you up

Offline DannyBows

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #8 on: May 29, 2010, 05:59:00 PM »
I hope to give you a review soon, mine should be in the mail any day now, been checking my P.O. Box every chance I get.
"Always feel the wind, and walk just like the leaves".  ("LongBow Country"--Chad Slagle, "High, Wild, and Free").

Offline Steve Clandinin

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #9 on: May 29, 2010, 10:13:00 PM »
Dannybow ,I'm with ya my friend mines in the same batch as yours the waits driving me nuts!C'mon Jim pipe into this conversation LOL.
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Offline Bel007

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #10 on: May 29, 2010, 10:57:00 PM »
They are awsome bows.

Coaster500 made a slide show.  Mine is in there.  Caution...this is serious eye candy..

 http://s28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Big%20Jims%20Bows/
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Offline stickbowmaniac

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #11 on: May 29, 2010, 10:59:00 PM »
Sounds like everyone likes Big Jims bow.Great looking bow Kenneth.Thanks for posting the pics.Well won't be long before i put 1 on order the way it's looking.Now i need to decide the woods i'm going to go with.post some pics Dannybows and Steve when yal get them in.
Dryad Orion 58" 49#@28"
Static limbs
Kodiak Magnum    52" 50#@28"

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

Offline coaster500

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #12 on: May 30, 2010, 09:24:00 AM »
Can't wait for mine  ;)
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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #13 on: May 30, 2010, 03:19:00 PM »
Here's some pics of Jamie Mcfall bow that he wanted me to post.She is a bute.64" 86#@30"Buffalo bow

 

 

 
Dryad Orion 58" 49#@28"
Static limbs
Kodiak Magnum    52" 50#@28"

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

Offline tnbuckskinner

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #14 on: May 30, 2010, 03:59:00 PM »
The pics don't do Jamie's bow justice,it's really nice.

Offline DannyBows

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #15 on: May 30, 2010, 06:31:00 PM »
Nice bow Jamie!
"Always feel the wind, and walk just like the leaves".  ("LongBow Country"--Chad Slagle, "High, Wild, and Free").

Offline featherhorn

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #16 on: May 30, 2010, 08:26:00 PM »
thanks i love it and the locket socket is solid as a rock even at that weight you cant see the veneers real well but its all macassar and gaboon ebony with sheep horn

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #17 on: May 30, 2010, 09:01:00 PM »
Fellas- I apreciate the help. I am very proud to hear that so many are enjoying them.

For those that have any questions that you would like to as me personnaly, you may email me, pm me or call me at 229-344-1616.

thanks, bigjim
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Offline Steve Clandinin

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #18 on: May 30, 2010, 09:29:00 PM »
My God Jamie that bow is simply fantastic,you gotta be proud!I think in all fairness to Jim and the so many threads that have been written lately about his bows is his immpeccable talent as a bowyer,and if you've ever had the pleasure of talking with him you'll find as a gentleman he even exeeds said talent,So well done my friend.
Quote from Howard Hill.( Whenever he taught someone to shoot) "Son make up your mind right now if you want to target shoot or hunt as theres a world of differance between the two"

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Re: Big Jim Bows
« Reply #19 on: May 31, 2010, 09:46:00 AM »
Back and Belly Sheep  :)  Coool!!!

Sweet looking bow !!!
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