Perhaps this could/should have gone in the Bowyer's Bench but since it is a gift that I received, as opposed to one I made, I figured I'd put it here, where more folks visit. Also I think at least part of it was in that forum last summer, and hunting season posts are now fewer as well. As you've probably guessed, it is a bow (and accessories). It is named "One Eye", and was made by our own "Stiks-n-Strings" for his primitive hunts for deer during the 2010 season. Stiks says he doesn't sell the bows he makes but he knows if he gets to liking one too well, and gets attached to it, he might not get busy and make another one - LOL. Consequently, he usually gives them away. You can imagine the pleasant surprise it was for me when his generousity was bestowed on this ol' hoss for Christmas. I really like this bow a great deal and will cherish it to the end. Thank you, so very much Stiks. Also thanks to the rest of you for letting me share it with you, here and now.
I would have done this sooner but I caught a cold that settled in real good on Christmas night and the following morning. I did get to shoot about 3 shots with One Eye (in the house - :eek: ), and it behaves as sweet as it looks. I used one of my cane arrows w/field tip for that - LOL. I've been waiting for warmer weather to take the bow outside, for pictures and a real work out, but the NC weather isn't cooperating, especially with my cold (which is tapering off now, thank you, Lord). So today I couldn't stand to hold it in any longer and took the pics inside. Please forgive the "non-outdoorsey" backgrounds, and just enjoy the bow and Stiks' fine craftsmanship.
Oh, Specs: 62 1/2" NTN, 47#@28", Osage Character Selfbow, from the White River Bottoms, of Pike County, IN;
with partial snakeskin backing and self-made bow quiver to hold it's (also self-made) cane arrow w/stone broadhead and wild turkey fletchings. Entirely made by Sticks-n-Strings (except the stone head by his friend Bill). I am so proud of this excellent gift! Hope you enjoy seeing it.
Back:
Belly:
Side w/ quiver face:
Close-up of quiver parts and arrow:
Close-up of Belly showing inscriptions (and it's One Eye):
(More pics to come)
Topic: A (very Special) Christmas Gift (w/pics) (Read 1689 times)
