Insult To Bowyers?

[pdk25]

I think it would be rather ridiculous for the bowyer to be offended, and if they are they must have enough business that they can do well enough without yours.  I haven't ordered very many new bows, but when I have they have asked what I wanted on the bow.

[Sixby]

I don't put anything on the bow except the model , poundage and sometimes the brace and all that very small. That is unless the customer requests something which many do/ A lot of guys don't want their name on the bow though.
God bless you all, Steve

[SheltonCreeker]

Your paying so I wouldn't be afraid to ask. But at the same time would you ask an artist not to sign his paintings?

[legends1]

No problem here.We sign as most all bowyers do.In most cases a bowyers signing of a bow may bring up the value down the road(usually after we are gone).But always as the customer requests.If you don't want it just tell your bowyer your feeling,he will understand.

[Flying Dutchman]

I think you should have the bow as you like it and that should be the starting point from the bowyer too.

[Steelhead]

I usually ask the Bowyer for nothing to be written on my custom bows other than the Bowyers signature to honer his Artwork.I like the writing to be small and unabtrusive.Nothing extra to detract from the bow.

[T Mowery]

Pretty much in agreement with those who say,it should be your way.The last thing that I would want is to own a Beautifull Bow, and have it look, like a Drunken Doctor run amuck with a Sharpie all over it.It's your Dime,it should be your call!

[justracey]

You are spending your money for a bow built for you! It is your bow. If the bowyer does not want to work with you there are plenty that will.

[YORNOC]

Originally posted by Jerry Jeffer:
You are paying for it. I would ask if it was a concern for me. Insult, I doubt it.

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[Big Ed]

Just a custom request as I see it!

[joe ashton]

no,  it is a custom bow to your spects.  You should  be able to specify your info

[Java Man]

I agree.  I like to keep the writing as small as I can get, and still be legible.  I like the woods to be able to "speak".

Java Man

[**DONOTDELETE**]

Most custom bowyer's wouldn't take offense asking to minimize the writing on the bow. Some folks like their bows personalized, and some do not.

Now asking a bowyer to remove his trade mark, specs, or any ID numbers used completely might be a bit much to ask, But i doubt any bowyer is going to be insulted over it.

The key is talking to the bowyer at the time of your order, or before the bow is completed, and ask him about it..... kirk

[GRINCH]

Very well said Kikll the key is communication,I'm sure a comprimise can be had.

[Mike Mecredy]

Nobody can be great at everything.  I personally think my handwriting stinks.  I don't like writting on bows, but if a customer wants me to do it I'll do my best.  But it's definately handwritten and it's obvious too.  But if a customer wanted it sanded off and refinished I wouldn't care too much, I'd gladly do it.

(Have you seen some of the signatures on paintings in an art gallery? Some very good artists can write very well)

[frassettor]

All of my bows have "inscriptions" on them, they have great meaning and is MY way to honor my family members that I cherish. I came up with them myself and have not copied them from anything . I would think that the bowyers would be honored that I choose to do this and pick their bow as my canvass instead of insulted.

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[4dogs]

Thanks for all your comments guys. I appeciate them.

[Tajue17]

wow I had a Earth longbow before and it was a nice bow but dang the writing on it was so aweful looking...

[critter69]

I write nothing on them, I just dont like to see any thing on them. Just the beauty of the wood.But will admit I have to remember the weight, or put it back on the scale.  I think iam going to write that under the limb pad(three piece)from now on.