chooseing a new recurve

[shoot thru]

have shot quite a few,
the onei liked the best,,, of all time ever,
a black widow 45 lb takedown,
it was fast, quiet, and hit where i looked,
was smooth as glass all the way to 28 , no stacking,,
problem i cant afford one,,, am not really in a big hurry as i have bows to shoot. but would really like some suggestions to something compareable.. either in a pm or here. i look at the classifieds and do not reconize alot of the names. have had a few bears, and a few other brands that shot ok. none i liked like the widow. thanks in advance..
       jim,

[Rock 'N Bow]

Look through the sponsors list and check out their websites. So many good bowyers with a vast array of options. If you see something you like call the bowyer. No one will know better than them what will work best for you.

[damascusdave]

I think I shoot best with a bow that has a harsh feeling draw cycle...I want the draw to grab my attention

DDave

[RainyDayBows]

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[Easykeeper]

The classifieds...all I'll say about the best way to get the most value for your bow dollar...  

[Shawn Leonard]

The RER Arroyo is very close to a Widow TF, it is quicker and quieter and smoother than a Widow as well. You can find used Widows for around $400 and as high as a grand. The Arroyo can be had from $325 to 600 and can be had new for around $600. Shawn

[Michigan Mark]

Hey Jim, a sponsor on Tradgand is Mike from
 https://bruinbows.com/HOME_PAGE.html
In my opinion close to a widow without the pricetag. Mike made me a woodsmaster 50# @ 32"
I am very happy with her. Give his site a look There are more than a few on Tradgang who can attest to his workmanship and performance of his bows.
 
 
 

[shoot thru]

very purdy bow mark.. where in mich ya at?
im near coldwater in lower mi

[Michigan Mark]

Shot you a PM.

[maxfit]

Here is my take for what its worth..After shooting over 25 custom bows and spending thousands of dollars, i tried something different and cheaper. (many of those were beautiful and shot well) I ordered a Hoyt Excel riser with TRad Tec limbs. (not a sponsor here so wont publicly plug). The riser, limbs , ff string,rest,plunger,silencers all cost me.....
363.00 delivered in 2 days. Plus ..it was set-up!!
The best part is it shoots right there with the best of them. Speed is there and very quiet.

[Fanto]

Martin made a bow called a hatfield. its a very very good takedown recurve that sells for 300 used.

they are smooth, fast, stable, quiet. what more?

cheers

[tradarcher4fun]

Check out the classifieds.   I'm a Bob Lee fan.  I see a few for sale in the classifieds.  BL bows are quiet, fast, and very smooth.

[longbowben]

The only answer to your question is its time to sell some bows ,guns that you have sitting around. Buy what you want and end your dilemma!!

[Sean B]

You ask a 1,000 bowhunters and your going to get a 1,000 different opinions.  UB told me that "some guys like Chevys, some Fords, and others Dodge...They're all nice trucks, but one just fits your @$$ better than the other"  You can go by what we all say, buy a bow and it just may not fit YOU as comfortable as it does me.  Try to get your self to a show or a shoot and try some others out.

In the mean time, keep an eye on the classifieds. Also, bo to Black Widows web site, go to the widow wall, the buy/sell forum.  You may find a good price on a used widow.  Good Luck!

[shoot thru]

Is the hoyt exell riser wood?  Actually I have a hatfield. Take down.
Every thing you said about it is true.. nice bow. But its a 55 @ 28.
Im wanting something 45 ish.. can limbs be bought for it?

..

[jacobsladder]

RER

[khardrunner]

Excel is metal. As ugly and lifeless as it is, the thing just shoots. It'll have mass similar to a widow as well. Darn thing is just too dang good at what it does.

[maxfit]

khardrunner...you said it...its the exact opposite of everything i love in a custom...beautiful craftsmanship...exotic woods and figured veneers..
and yet...it does its job better than any of em...just shot my best 3d ever....
i like to think of it as the ugly duckling that becomes beautiful as u shoot it...lol

besides the animals dont care if its perty or not..
blackout riser with black limbs..it is very sleek ...

[shoot thru]

Can I buy a decent set of lighter limbs for the Hatfield?
Most of the ones ive seen stock are higher weight.

[nineworlds9]

Robertson.