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Offline sticksnstones

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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #280 on: March 27, 2012, 11:57:00 PM »
I might have to cover my arrows in calf hair, cause I don't want to cover any of that up with a shelf or side plate!

I love the color of the yew on the side profile.

John, you're 100% right. Kirk did catch some amazing bocote swirls in that fang!!!

I'd buy a lottery ticket, but I've already hit the jackpot!
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #281 on: March 28, 2012, 12:06:00 AM »
Holy Cow! What's the draw-weight on that Thom?

      "U musta bea biga guy"   :scared:
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #282 on: March 28, 2012, 12:15:00 AM »
Last I heard it was 67# at 32" on a 60" bow! Kirk was going to trim it down to around 56@32.

I'm 6'4", 210 lean pounds, I can't find sleeves long enough, or gloves or hats that will fit. My biggest reason for ordering a custom bow was to find a grip big enough to wrap my hands around.

I don't want another longbow that feels like a martini glass!
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #283 on: March 28, 2012, 12:17:00 AM »
BTW John, we've come a long way with Kirk on this thread!!!!
   
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #284 on: March 28, 2012, 12:21:00 AM »
!!! WOW !!!
That is one PRETTY bow Thom!

I really like the looks of the yew.

Nice choice!
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #285 on: March 28, 2012, 12:22:00 AM »
Remember this....

 
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #286 on: March 28, 2012, 12:23:00 AM »
HA!

You beat me to it!
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #287 on: March 28, 2012, 12:24:00 AM »
We sure have...
I believe there's still some more excitement we'll be able to see before we get to touch em...
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #288 on: March 28, 2012, 12:28:00 AM »
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HA!

You beat me to it!
    :biglaugh:      :biglaugh:  
That's funny!!!

I always run a leather grip, and some sort of shelf and side plate. Have you figured out anything for this??? I just can't get myself to consider covering up any of that magic.

Maybe I need a second bow...

Naw, just messing with TG on that one  :)
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #289 on: March 28, 2012, 12:41:00 AM »
I normally use a bare wood grip.
I've used a little felt on the grip a couple times but have always ended up removing it.

I have always used a bear brand carpet type rest with some felt up the window.
Just to keep that dreaded "tonk" noise away when "the magic minute" finally comes.

I did get a martin carpet rest for this bow.
Seems very similar except it's black.

The bear hair is tan..not sure what will look better.

Sure am thinking about the minimalist approach...


.....at this moment I'm thinking I'll need to bring a blanket with me into the woods to lay my bow on when I take my nap....

I don't think I even have a nice enough wall in my house to hang mine on.
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #290 on: March 28, 2012, 12:44:00 AM »
...but I have been playing around tonight with homemade and store bought stains trying to figure out what my arrows are going to look like.
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #291 on: March 28, 2012, 01:02:00 AM »
I was thinking brown beaver tail for everything, now I'm thinking i should leave the grip alone and just start with calf hair for both.

For arrows, I've got a pig hunt coming up quick, I'm gonna run some aluminums for that one.

I'm thinking I might try black walnut footed douglas fir shafts after that. It's a pain that I can't get any wood shaft long enough or me without footing 6-8" of hardwood on the end.
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #292 on: March 28, 2012, 01:09:00 AM »
That extra 1.5" you need is a bummer.

Never heard of a big and tall shop for shafts.

Doesn't help keep the price down either..   "[dntthnk]"

Footed shafts are very cool though!
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If some animals are good at hunting and others are suitable for hunting, then the Gods must clearly smile on hunting.~Aristotle

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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #293 on: March 28, 2012, 01:16:00 AM »
Right, but as long as you are footing you may as well put a bunch on the end and make spining arrows easier on yourself! I suspect this bow will be too much for my garden stake/bamboo arrows  :)

I've got a few contacts I'll be reaching out too after my pig hunt!
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #294 on: March 28, 2012, 01:40:00 AM »
What? You guys don't want the Sasquatch fur i was going to put on the shelf?   :dunno:  

you guys really know how to spoils a surprise.   :p
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #295 on: March 28, 2012, 01:47:00 AM »
Well, as long as it isn't my fur... It's good with me    :thumbsup:
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #296 on: March 28, 2012, 02:01:00 AM »
Ok.... I got the film uploaded here. You'll notice that she's looking more like a recurve at this low brace height. i got her set at 7". i can't believe i didn't twist her up a bit before shooting this film clip.    "[dntthnk]"  

That explains the buzz i was feeling. at 7.5" she smoothed out nicely.

We have lift off!


 

btw.... she definitely hits where you look John.

 

i apologize for getting your poundage off so far. a guy just does the best he can. That reading was at  29.25" draw.

 
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« Reply #297 on: March 28, 2012, 02:11:00 AM »
Well worth staying up with the bar crowd to see this posted at 2am local!

I hope John can settle into you missing his requested poundage by that fraction!    :laughing:
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #298 on: March 28, 2012, 02:25:00 AM »
so now I'm the bar crowd eh?....   :saywhat: .lol

7.5 sounds perfect..just far enough to clear the winter layers.

That is just plain uncanny on the draw weight.

Most guys are lucky to get in the +-4#.

Thank you so very much once again Sir Kirk!

oh...I replied to the pm Kirk.
I think you achieved perfection on that other issue too.   :notworthy:    :notworthy:    :notworthy:    :notworthy:
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Re: The blocks to BIG FOOT bow transformation has begun!
« Reply #299 on: March 28, 2012, 03:54:00 AM »
Wow! !!   Went to watch some TV and fell asleep looks like I missed everything
    Kirk fantasticjob on bows can't wait to see it in person.YOU were right on the grain pattern in my riser.What did you use for tip overlays on my bow?
Thom and John you have a set of sisters anyone would be proud to. OWN.Just great looking bows. I know you're

 like me Cant wait to shoot em. More in morning still half asleep
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