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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5320 on: January 19, 2020, 09:55:24 PM »
I would probably go with a straight grip then. If you get a chance to try a dished handle and you like it you can always dish out the grip later...pretty easy.

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5321 on: January 20, 2020, 01:26:55 PM »
Thank you for your advice sir

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HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5322 on: January 26, 2020, 11:01:34 AM »
It’s a great day to be out shooting. Just finished up a 3D shoot with my new Sunset Hill.




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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5323 on: January 26, 2020, 12:02:15 PM »
Dang Evan, You have the fever!  What are the specs on the new one?
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« Reply #5324 on: January 26, 2020, 01:15:38 PM »
Dang Evan, You have the fever!  What are the specs on the new one?
This one was built in 2014 and refinished in 2017.  It’s 66” long and pulls 54@27.  The grip fits me perfectly.  After this one, I think I’m finished buying. 


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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5325 on: January 26, 2020, 06:22:05 PM »
Dang Evan, You have the fever!  What are the specs on the new one?
This one was built in 2014 and refinished in 2017.  It’s 66” long and pulls 54@27.  The grip fits me perfectly.  After this one, I think I’m finished buying. 


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Yeah, finished buying. I’ve told myself that lie many times lol
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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5326 on: January 26, 2020, 06:24:43 PM »
Is this a string follow profile? Is there a tiny bit of dish in the grip?

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5327 on: January 26, 2020, 06:58:27 PM »
That's a great looking bow Evan.  Always like the dish grips.   :thumbsup:

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5328 on: January 26, 2020, 07:16:19 PM »
Is this a string follow profile? Is there a tiny bit of dish in the grip?
Hey Tradcat.  It is a string follow bow.  The grip also has a dish to it. 


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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5329 on: January 27, 2020, 09:30:01 AM »
Do you prefer string follow or straight limb profile and why ? Thanks EVGB127

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5330 on: January 29, 2020, 09:55:34 PM »
  I prefer a string follow because it is easier to string up , has a smoother draw and seems to be more quiet to shoot.  Horserod

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5331 on: January 30, 2020, 10:45:58 AM »
  I prefer a string follow because it is easier to string up , has a smoother draw and seems to be more quiet to shoot.  Horserod

X2.  I’m a big fan of how smooth a string follow bow shoots.  That said, there are some great bowyers out there who can make a back set bow that shoots great.  For example a Northern Mist American. I guess it goes back to the old adage that you get what you pay for.


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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5332 on: January 30, 2020, 07:09:31 PM »
Still torn between a Northern Mist Classic or a Shelton ??? Tough decision

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5333 on: January 30, 2020, 08:36:49 PM »
Tough choice indeed.... better get both. 


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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5334 on: January 30, 2020, 09:56:12 PM »
Still torn between a Northern Mist Classic or a Shelton ??? Tough decision

I would get the Classic without a doubt. I've had both of those, and my Classic is my favorite. The Shelton is forgiving and super quiet, but the Classic is just as well but has better speed. If it were me it would be an easy decision. But you'll be happy with either.
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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5335 on: January 31, 2020, 07:05:50 AM »
Another thing to keep in mind with the string follow Shelton, there is less pretension on the limbs so the initial pull is easier and builds up smoothly till the larger back muscles can handle the final draw weight. I like this in a hunting bow and it helps if you have shoulder issues.

I have NM Whisper, Shelton, Classic and Ramers and the difference in speed is negligible all else being equal. Your shot to shot variance is probably greater. I can shoot a 60 lb Ramer or Shelton easier and longer than a 55 lb recurve or hybrid for example and the performance is about the same especially with heavy arrows.
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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5336 on: January 31, 2020, 09:10:01 AM »
To add to what ScouterMike said, I also have and have had several of Steve's bows.  I have a Ramer (reverse handle-string follow) at the exact same weight as my Superior.  I honestly can't tell a difference in speed between the two.  I'm sure as the Superior is a mild R/D LB it is faster than the Ramer, but I'm not able to detect it and don't care ;) 

With the Shelton and the Ramer, I can feel the difference in draw feel between than say the Classic, but that's just me and my preference.  Performance-wise, they are all good.   

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5337 on: January 31, 2020, 01:28:01 PM »
If you were going to order a dark Bubinga riser and either bamboo or tempered bamboo cores, what color limb glass and leather grip would you pick?

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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5338 on: January 31, 2020, 03:43:02 PM »
I have come to the point I choose the model and then let Steve decide on the wood choices, glass color etc and I have not been disappointed. Steve can advise well on this if your like me and not very good at this type of thing.
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Re: HH BUG GOT ME - Part Two!
« Reply #5339 on: January 31, 2020, 06:23:48 PM »
If you were going to order a dark Bubinga riser and either bamboo or tempered bamboo cores, what color limb glass and leather grip would you pick?

Steve recommended flame birch with my bubinga riser.  He threw a darker leather grip on.  I’ll grab you a pic tomorrow so you can see it. 
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