looking for a custom bowyer

[edge2009]

This has been my first season using trad gear after selling my wheelie bow after last season. I was committed already to using traditional bows for this year and more to come... But want to make it "official" in a sense.

I currently shoot a Kanati, which I absolutely adore! I love everything about the bow.

I'd like to get a recurve now, I would prefer a shorter bow,possibly 52" if feasible. A three piece with Antler limb bolts and some type of dark wood.

I don't have a lot of money to dish out, so I may be better off looking used.

Can someone recommend someone, or possibly a used bow that fits the description. Looking to spend $400.

Thanks

[Alexander Traditional]

I don't know of any 52" three piece recurves. I saw Hoot's offered a two piece take down in those specs.

[nineworlds9]

The only 52" 3pc recurve I'm aware of currently would be from Kirk at Bigfoot Bows --edit forgot about Timberghost--  Highly respected maker.  Call or email him.  Toelke makes a super 52" 1pc called the Kestrel if you draw under 29".  If you like a suuuhhweet smooth 52-54-56" 1pc or 2pc Hoots are awesome.  Great for long draws.  My favorite 'short bow' so far.  I just traded mine for a Thunderchild cause I'm a longbow guy at heart.  Good luck!

[edge2009]

Forgive my ignorance, I'm still learning all the types of bows and what goes with what.

2 or 3 piece would be fine. Also it can be a 56" as well...

I will look into Hoot's, thank you.

[edge2009]

awesome, thanks nineworlds.

[Burnsie]

Check out TimberGhost bows (Tradgang Sponsor) Higher than your price range,  but he has some really nice short static recurves.

[nineworlds9]

Edge I'm a pro FF too.  Whereabouts you fight fire?

[rxhntr]

Legend's Bows, a sponsor on the board here has a 3 piece recurve that might fit the bill. I dont know about 52", but his smaller recurve is a great deal for the money. check out his website.

[edge2009]

Thanks rxhntr,

I just looked at most the bows you guys listed, very awesome bows. I hope I didn't offend anyone with the amount I have to spend. I see its way underpriced for the work thats out there and I respect that! I suppose I'm looking for something in the used range!

Nineworlds, I work for that state forest service, just got back on a deployment from Idaho fighting fire, so I suppose you can say "whereever theres fire!"

lol, just moved from south florida, now in north central.

[VictoryHunter]

In that price range you will be limited to purchasing used customs I believe. Wait a bit and save a little extra and get a Stalker Stickbow, South makes a killer static tip.

[Gen273]

Kent Roberts at TimberGhost bows, builds a 3 piece 52 inch static tip Recurve.

[nineworlds9]

Cool deal edge.  I'm structural (fire in a box as you guys say haha!).  

Yeah I meant to keep your budget in mind, you could watch for a used custom for sure and keep saving, or use your 400 as a down payment for a higher priced bow built exactly how you like it.  If the wait time is long enough most bowyers accept payments on the balance.

[edge2009]

I think that may be the route I go nineworlds, use what I have to make a down payment then just pay off as its built. I really want something built to and for me.

Na nothing to take away from structure, I went through fire college at Florida state fire college in Ocala under some very prestigious captains and LTs. I also volunteered for a couple houses before I went wildland. I just prefer to be in the woods. With this route I get to do a lot of wildlife and forest management along with fire control. I love it.

[Matty]

You have quite a few options. Another to consider is
Journeyman archery.  Jared is a sponsor and makes a sweet bow.
I think your budget might limit you however going direct to a bowyer.. So keep a look out in the classifieds
   

[Bowwild]

I think the Gorr Cascades are terrific short TD recurves!  I love the way the limb/riser come together on these bows.

Bob Morrison makes some terrific short recurves as well. His ILF short risers and short limbs are high performance and good looking to boot.

[rick7]

that kanati will be very very hard to put down i think they are the best out there

[TOEJAMMER]

Cascade Archery by Steve Gorr who is a Sponsor here.  Also, Jess Stuart.  Just plug in his name on directory and email him.  He has a great 52" on the old Rocky Mountain Recurve style.  Actually, he makes them from 52" to 60" or so, I believe.

[edge2009]

I'm growing fond of hoots and timberghost so far...

You guys got any more?

I appreciate all the suggestions, thanks.

[Bladepeek]

While you're looking around, check out Two Tracks Ambush recurve. I owned a REALLY pretty one, but it was just a bit too heavy at my draw and I had to trade it. Sure hated parting with it, though.

It's a tiny little 50" thing and up to 29" or so, it's smooth and fast. The price, even new, isn't bad either. I think they can be had for around $500 and up depending on options.

[britt]

Check RMSG in Denver. They have a web site.