self bows

[buckeye_hunter]

Hey guys,
I was wondering if there was anyone out there that offers some sort of class on building bows.  The build along threads on here are great, but I need a lot more help than that.  I never have had anyone to help me learn any sort of mechanical or wood working skills, I  guess that is just an excuse at 33(but no father to speak of). So, if any of you know someone with-in about 6-8 hours of Ohio, I would be more than happy to travel on weekends or whatever, pay them for their time, knowledge and all materials. As I read posts on here and I saw that bear hunt thread, I really have the itch to make my own bow.  Something about proving to myself I can hunt with equiptment I made makes sense to me.  I appreciate any input.

Thanks,
Charlie(buckeye_hunter)

[Lost Arra]

Charlie: it's really a shame you're in Ohio. I don't think there is a single soul who makes bows in that state.      


(maybe that will get their attention).    

Getting started without hands-on instruction is not as difficult as it seems. Check out the following websites of Trad Gangers to get started: Ferret, Jawge, John Scifres, Tim Baker  http://tradgang.com/noncgi/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=2;t=000043

[nonose]

Ya just missed MOJAM lots of hands on there.

[Danny Roberts]

I got Mark Keller's video out of 3-Rivers. It was killer !
DR

[George Tsoukalas]

Thanks, Lost Arra. Nope. I can't think of anyone in OH who makes bows.    Jawge

[Dano]

There is that one guy that lives near Cinci, what was his name???

[buckeye_hunter]

Lost Arra,
   I know there are excellent laminant bow makers in Ohio, but I don't personally know of any self bow makers.  Maybe one of them will read this post.  
   Also, I looked at the thread you suggested.  I think it might be just enough to get me in trouble.  I think I could follow the first few steps, but after that.....Well shoot, I'm more likely to end up on the business end of the arrow than a deer!!
Charlie

[Osagetree]

Where are you in Ohio? I know a fella or two.

[Paul/KS]

Ohio....? Makes selfbows...? What IS that fellas name ?    
Too bad ya just missed Mojam Buckeye.Buy the Bowyers Bibles is the best advice I can give ya.It is not that hard to learn how to do and you don't need a lot of tools either.

[buckeye_hunter]

Osage,
Just moved to Galion about 15 min west of Mansfield.
-Charlie

[Lost Arra]

For osagetree            

Dano: I think he's the zookeeper at the Cincinnati zoo. He posts all sort of deer and turkey photos here.    


Buckeye: I'm only talkin' selfbows. I can't help you with the lam bows.

[John Scifres]

If you can't find a Buckeye, come over here to Indy anytime.  I'll learn ya'.  We are having a bowhunt bowmaking gathering in Southern IN in October if you are interested.  Here's the details:    Southern Indiana Bowhunt and Bowbee

[the Ferret]

Paul Comstock? Dean Torges? Joe Weed? Kenny Yoder? Jason Lester? Mike Hall? Who you guys talking about?

[George Tsoukalas]

Oh nobody in particular.    Jawge

[Osagetree]

Not sure where Galion is. I'll have to look on the map when I return from the mountains on Sunday evening. I'll try to get in touch with you when I return.
If you can, do the Indiana thing with John S. I would love to do that myself, but don't know if'n I can yet.

Signing off until Sunday night!

[buckeye_hunter]

I think they are referring to someone called "The Ferret".  He is a covert bowmaker near Cincinatti, the 007 type from what I hear.    
-Charlie

[ChristopherO]

Yes, Mr. Ferret, sir, if you decide to teach a class I would be very interested in attending.

[Paul/KS]

Ahhh yes,the elusive "Ferret"...yes I think he is rumored to live in Ohio.Hard to believe that he was overlooked...or is it looked over ?  

[Shaun]

Brad Merkel(Littletree) 579 miles - 11 hours drive to Viroqua, WI for Bradjam next spring.

Mickey (the Ferret) Lotz 189 miles - 4 hoursdrive near Cinci

Bernie Swank - Mystic Longbows western IL SW of Peoria gives classes. 483 miles - 9 hour drive

or you can do what many of us have done... get a piece of yeller wood (osage) start hacking and post lots of pictures on here. Many folks will give you feed back and help as you go.

[Minuteman]

Yeah Buckeye, make some plans to attend the October Hoosier Nat'l forest hunt/ bow bee. Hope you cn make it.
  I'll be there and quite a few others as well. I'll make sure theres a buncha wood there for you to pick from. There'll be plenty of wood I'm sure and lotsa experience waiting to be shared.
 Chris