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I am looking to get into a recurve. What are some better brands and models that don't cost too much. I have met Don Assenheimer before and I think his bows are beautiful. He is good friends with my friends dad. I don't think I want to just jump right into one of his bows because of the cost. I am open to all suggestions, thanks.
coonskinner
03-10-2006, 05:10 AM
I am looking to get into a recurve. What are some better brands and models that don't cost too much. I have met Don Assenheimer before and I think his bows are beautiful. He is good friends with my friends dad. I don't think I want to just jump right into one of his bows because of the cost. I am open to all suggestions, thanks.
quinn bows,checkmate,bob lee...300$ or under...bear and martin 400$ -550$-ancient spirits 500$-chapparel 500$...approx. cost of some good bows around 500$ or under...:mischeif:
MUZZY MAN
03-10-2006, 09:12 AM
There is a guy on archerytalk.com that has a Martin Mamba. 45# @28" Looks like very good condition, for 190$ delivered. Ive been resiting all week. I:dizzy: :dizzy:
noboatdave
03-10-2006, 09:23 AM
You can get a Chek Mate one piece for $205 or a take down for $390. Heights and G&M archery have both in stock or you can have one made to your specs in 4-6 months.
http://users.beol.net/davenlisa/firstsquirrel2.jpg
Ross Co. Bowhunter
03-10-2006, 09:26 AM
Nice bow!:bouncy: Did you kill the tree rat with it.:coolgleamA:
Thunderflight
03-10-2006, 10:04 AM
If your just testing the waters then I'd recommend getting a Bear Grizzly off ebay in the 45-50 pound range. The grizzly is bow that shoots good and won't break your wallet if you decide trad archery isn't for you.
Turkeyfoot
03-10-2006, 10:51 AM
What Tf said.....Kodiak Hunters are good starter bows too and readily available on ebay! Check out www.women-outdoors.com as another site for used bows;) ...TF
Jeff Goebel
03-10-2006, 11:03 AM
What Tf said.....Kodiak Hunters are good starter bows too and readily available on ebay! Check out www.women-outdoors.com as another site for used bows;) ...TF
:yeahthat:
Man, there is some very good advice here. Ebay is the place to go. A good grizzly or Kodiak hunter are perfect starters and can usually be had for around $150 or less. Don't be afraid of a good Pearson, Browning, Shakespeare, or Martin either. Like TF said, stay in the 45-50 lb range and 58-64" in length.
If you're looking into a little more upscale bow, or a take down, as mentioned above Bob Lee's and Checkmates are great bows without the great pricetag! Good luck. Goeb
Thank you to everyone for their advice. 58"-64" is the way to go? What about poundage. I am 6'5'' and built pretty well.
Thunderflight
03-11-2006, 08:47 AM
Thank you to everyone for their advice. 58"-64" is the way to go? What about poundage. I am 6'5'' and built pretty well.
Being 6'5'' your draw is probaby going to be alot more. What's your draw for a compound? I'd take your compound draw and minus two or three inches for a recurve or long bow. I could be wrong on this one and I'm sure someone with more experience will correct me if I'm wrong.
Also, drawing a recurve is different than a compound so it's still better to start with lighter wieghts. I'll bet 50 pounds would be good for you though.
coonskinner
03-11-2006, 09:41 AM
you better go with 64"...:mischeif:
Thunderflight, I shoot a 30.5'' draw on my Hoyt. I have never really shot a recurve much. Plus, I always shoot with a release because my bow is short axle to axle. I am probably going to start looking for a used recurve pretty soon. I will let everyone know what I get.
Thunderflight
03-11-2006, 12:20 PM
You should be good with a 28 inch draw then. A 64 inch bow probably would be more comfortable too.
tuffshot
03-11-2006, 02:47 PM
DPS2,
You should be drawing 30 inches or even more with the recurve also. The draw length with the release and string loop are decieving for a true anchor point and draw length. Being 6'5" your draw length will be 30" plus. As has been metioned a 64" bow would work well. For each inch of draw over the marked draw length and poundage marked on the bow, you can expect approx 2 to 3 pounds of poundage increase per inch.
Ex: A bow at 45# @28 inches would be approx 51# at 30 inches
coonskinner
03-11-2006, 04:48 PM
boy that checkmate recurve :mischeif: really looked sharp...
mullskinner
03-11-2006, 06:00 PM
You can get a Chek Mate one piece for $205 or a take down for $390. Heights and G&M archery have both in stock or you can have one made to your specs in 4-6 months.
http://users.beol.net/davenlisa/firstsquirrel2.jpg
VERY NICE BOW INDEED :D SORT OF LOOKS LIKE THE TREE RAT FELL TO THE RATH OF THE ACE HEX BLUNT I BELEIVE ..:rolleyes: HMMMM DANG NICE BOW :coolgleamA:
coonskinner
03-11-2006, 10:11 PM
VERY NICE BOW INDEED :D SORT OF LOOKS LIKE THE TREE RAT FELL TO THE RATH OF THE ACE HEX BLUNT I BELEIVE ..:rolleyes: HMMMM DANG NICE BOW :coolgleamA:
hex ace blunt ,i yhought that was one of them long stabilizers...:mischeif:
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