Author Topic: Abbott vs Liberty vs Great Plains (Read 506 times)

BBrakke · « **on:** July 24, 2012, 02:27:00 AM »

I'm looking to get a new bow, and I needed some advice. I've shot the Abbott and liked it a lot, but I don't have anything to compare it to since I havent shot either of the others. Has anyone else shot or had any experience with any of these three.

Ben Maher · « **Reply #1 on:** July 24, 2012, 02:33:00 AM »

No experience with the Abbott .. shot a Great Plains ... it was a lovely bow , shot well and great build quality .
Having said that I own 3 Liberty's ...

GRINCH · « **Reply #2 on:** July 24, 2012, 02:33:00 AM »

They are all great bows,I suggest you try each one befors making a decesion,only you will know what fits yoo best.

Lamey · « **Reply #3 on:** July 24, 2012, 09:06:00 AM »

Ive shot those 3 and for me it would be a Liberty hands down.

snag · « **Reply #4 on:** July 24, 2012, 09:38:00 AM »

You won't regret it if you order a Liberty bow from Allen Boice. His designs are great, first rate craftsmanship, and he is a good man. Can't loose!

Chiloquin · « **Reply #5 on:** July 24, 2012, 10:11:00 AM »

I have a liberty that I absolutely Love!

Blackhawk · « **Reply #6 on:** July 24, 2012, 10:19:00 AM »

I talked to Allen Boice at the recent PBS meet in Portland and had a chance to shoot several of his models. I selected the Contender and he had one in my hands in less than a month. It looked and performed just great, and Allen is a firt class gentleman for your deal.

BTW, if you're looking for a shorter, high performance reflex/deflex bow, his Elite is top notch.

58WINTERS · « **Reply #7 on:** July 24, 2012, 10:46:00 AM »

My only experience is with the Liberty. I would have to echo all the above positives about Libertys and the man who crafts them.
58

YORNOC · « **Reply #8 on:** July 24, 2012, 11:02:00 AM »

My own exp. is with the Abbott, but I can't compare to the others.
They shoot excellent, I really ENJOY shooting it.
I struggled with longbows for years and the Abbott was one of several that I could handle well.
I picked Steve's bow out of those because I liked that he selects and cuts his own pacific yew. I thought that was pretty cool.

That being said, I'm sure the others are great too.

BWD · « **Reply #9 on:** July 24, 2012, 11:13:00 AM »

Good, better, best in no particular order. All are fine bows, but it's up to you to decide which is the best fit for you.lol

cbCrow · « **Reply #10 on:** July 24, 2012, 12:42:00 PM »

I have owned a GP, still have an Abbott, of those 2,to me, the Abbott justs feels better. But that is me as others have said if possible try before buying one.

Roadkill · « **Reply #11 on:** July 24, 2012, 01:10:00 PM »

I shoot bothAbbots and Libertys in our shop. No Great Plains. I voted with my wallet on the two i got to shoot, and that is Liberty. I own two. Our Abbots are realllllly nice too.
Mine are two works of art, as that is what Allen does!

Car54 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 24, 2012, 01:26:00 PM »

I ditto the Liberty bows. I have his Edge, real good speed, smooth, super construction, & quite.
Allen will make the grip the way you want it.
I got mine in under three weeks.
Haven't tried the other bows.
Good luck

Chromebuck · « **Reply #13 on:** July 24, 2012, 02:07:00 PM »

All three bowyers are well recognized for craftsmanship and quality. I own a Liberty Edge with Yew cores and it is top shelf at a reasonable price. You need to feel each bow and determine what grip fits you like a glove and go with it. A comparison of what we think is just subjective interferance. With all three being equal all thats left is how each feels in your hand, and perhaps customer service provided.

~CB

Grey Taylor · « **Reply #14 on:** July 24, 2012, 02:25:00 PM »

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Originally posted by Chromebuck:
All three bowyers are well recognized for craftsmanship and quality. I own a Liberty Edge with Yew cores and it is top shelf at a reasonable price. You need to feel each bow and determine what grip fits you like a glove and go with it. A comparison of what we think is just subjective interferance. With all three being equal all thats left is how each feels in your hand, and perhaps customer service provided.

~CB

What he said. A question like this is virtually worthless since everyone is going to feel the bows differently.
If my opinion on which bow to use was the same as everyone else's opinion, wouldn't there only be one bow for sale?

Guy

Bullfrog 1 · « **Reply #15 on:** July 24, 2012, 03:05:00 PM »

Liberty is great. I would also consider. Dwyer and Northern Mist. Bill

Pokerdaddy · « **Reply #16 on:** July 24, 2012, 03:12:00 PM »

As has been said, all three are top notch. I'm planning on picking up a Liberty Contender soon, but that's just me.

Rob W. · « **Reply #17 on:** July 24, 2012, 03:29:00 PM »

Liberty is on my short list for sure.

Dan in KS · « **Reply #18 on:** July 24, 2012, 04:52:00 PM »

I have a two peace Contender that is a great shooter. Very smooth and quiet. Great craftsmanship.

DB

Red Tailed Hawk · « **Reply #19 on:** July 24, 2012, 06:07:00 PM »

Out of the bows you listed I have only shot the Abbott. I traded for one here on the classifieds and it has become my favorite bow.

I like them so much I ordered a new one from steve Abbott,kept em both.


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