Hey gang,
Still relatively new to traditional archery so wanted to do a post on the stuff I have gotten so far as it has all been from this website and the great people here. Also want to show off the great work Jim at Centaur Archery did on my bow.
First up in my journey was a 1971 Bear Super Kodiak that is 53#@28". I bought this bow used from forum member Whip who was awesome to deal with. Very honest and great communication. He sent me the bow right before he went out turkey hunting so I didn't have to wait. The bow is in phenomenal shape with no stress cracks or holes drilled. He had also refinished the bow and rounded out the tips from their original square design. I personally prefer the rounded tips and he did an excellent job on them.
The only issue I had with the bow was the grip shape as I don't like as much palm swell and I have smaller hands. So after seeing a few people sending bows to Jim over at Centaur Archery I figured I would do the same. So off the bow went late last week to get the grip redone and stippled as well as the shelf lowered and rounded. I also asked Jim to redo the finish and dull it down a bit. I'll let the pictures do most of the talking as he did an awesome job. I love the textured look it gives it and it just really brings the whole thing together. Jim went above and beyond on the grip and shelf work. It feels as if the bow was made for me now and it just wants to be held. Somehow it shoots smoother and my groups are better than ever. If you are thinking of sending something to Jim or ordering one of his bows, he is a great guy to talk to who is truly passionate about archery and you will not be disappointed. THANK YOU Jim you truly are a master of your craft.
Next up on the list was a new string. So I contacted Oliverstacy over on the sponsors thread and told him what I needed. He was very helpful as I really had no clue what I needed in a string. After a few emails I had placed an order with him as well as for some bow hush's and hush puppies. The new string arrived and it was perfect. He really takes his time and includes a personal note with his order thanking you for your service. Top notch fellow in my book. THANK YOU Josh and THANK YOU bow hush gals.
The rest of the stuff in the pictures has already been covered in other threads.
Thanks for looking.
-Alex
Topic: 1971 Super Kodiak touched up by Centaur Archery. (Read 675 times)
