'59 custom kodiak replica or Bear '59 kodiak

[hunterjrg]

Originally posted by mangonboat:
Many archery retailers who handle ANY trad bows keeps a Bear 59 re-issue in stock and you may be able to find one. The grip is unlike a KMag, Grizzly or Super Grizzly. The bow has a very fluid draw. Maybe you could ask if a TG member would be willing to lend you one to shoot for a few weeks if you pay the shipping. I have been dabbling in 59, 60 and 62 Kodiaks , had a 59 that was a joy to shoot, especially roving, and a real beauty..but not the perfect bow for me. But I sure liked roving the woods with her and she had serious mojo.

I was hoping someone would be local to let me shoot one of the new ones. I might just have to start stopping at all the archery shops I see on the way up north

[David Mitchell]

Originally posted by stabow:
The difference IMHO  is one is a Bear the other is a copy......    

Totally agree Stabo. I'm not saying the copies are not fine bows.  The Bear is not a "reproduction" but a reintroduction of a great bow that is tops I n quality.  It's nice to have choices and I really enjoy supporting Bear in what they are doing to re-energize their involvement in the traditional bow market.  I enjoy it a bit too much, me thinks! They have turned me into much more of a recurve shooter (and buyer) than I have been in years.  

[BigJim]

We have about 25 59' Kodiaks in stock. If you buy one and choose to return it, you will only be out shipping. They are sweet however and I doubt there will be many returns.

BigJIm