Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Pat B on November 06, 2012, 04:18:48 pm
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I got home from work the other day and there was a PVC tube laying across my chair. I thought is was way too early for the 2012 Christmas Exchange but what the....! When I opened the tube I found this beautiful osage selfbow from PaulSemp. She's 56 3/4"t/t with a slightly radiused belly,
1 3/8" outside the handle(handle narrows to 1 1/4") tapering to about 3/8" tips with tip overlays. She pulls 54#@26", bends through the handle and is fast, whisper quiet and very sweet shooting with absolutely no hand shock.
ps. I didn't recieve a bow in last years bow trade so Paul took it upon himself to build this beauty and send it too me. Thanks again, Paul. 8)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2012ChristmasBowTrade008.jpg)
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(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2012ChristmasBowTrade010.jpg)
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...here are the money shots...
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y199/PatBNC/2012ChristmasBowTrade004.jpg)
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Another fine specimen to add to your collection there Pat. I have got to try and make me a bendy handle bow one of these day. Congrats on the bow, and to the gentleman for making it for you.
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Nice bow. Really a pleasant surprise. :-)
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Great stuff.
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That's a beautiful bow! What a great surprise. I really like the photos with the leaves.
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Congratulations, Pat. I didn't know you didn't get yours in the trade. Sorry to hear that. After all the work you did for us, that was mighty nice of Paul to send you one. I guess the old saying good things come to those who wait is true.
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a great looking bow and a example of what a fine group of people there are here on PA, a few bad apples won't spoil this group, Bub
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Very cool. That is the kind of thing that sets this group apart. Nicely done Paul.
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Congrats Pat, Paul sure did a great job. I'm sure your still smiling. Good on you Paul.
Graylan
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Very nicely done Paul... yep great group of folks here :)
That's a very special bow there Pat... probably shoots deer seeking arrows.... lot's of Mojo!!!
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sweet..congrats Pat :)
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Your welcome. I did not think that the guy who orchestrated the whole thing should get screwed like that. I am for sure NOT the best bowyer on here and know others could of done better but figured I could offer you some of my time.
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That is a beauty, Pat! Nice bow, Paul. Jawge
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That looks like a nice bow. Well done.
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That is a fine looking bow and a very nice gesture for sure.
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That is awesome. Very well deserved after all the work you did for the swap. Never knew you didn't get a bow, But I'm glad to see someone stepped up. very nice bow indeed.
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You got a nice one there Pat, I like that style bow and looks like Paul did an outstanding job on that one, Congrats to you and I'm sure
you'll enjoy shooting that beauty.
Greg
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Rock on!
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Great job Paul on modeling the spirit of folks on this site! Pat, hope to see some harvest pics at some point ;)
Tracy
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Like I said from the very beginning, these bow trades are not about the bows we receive but the effort we put into the bow we build for our recipient. During the process I found out that the guy that was building a bow for me had some serious family health problems so I told him to not worry about building the bow but take care of his family, the most important think there is. I don't really need another bow so I didn't feel like I was stiffed. I do cherish every bow I have ever received from anyone, bar none. I didn't feel like I had been left out when I found out I wasn't going to receive bow. I get my energy and enthuiasm from watching all the great bows that are built in these trades and especially watching the newbies push the envelope to make the best bow they can so they feel good about giving it away to someone else. These bow trades are great teaching instruments and every bow trade that I have been a part of have been total successes, the participants make sure of that.
Nearing the end of this trade when we realized that there were a few folks that weren't recieving a bow I had 6 or 8 different guys PM me to say they would be pleased to build another bow so everyone felt included. These acts of kindness and generosity makes our bow trades worthwhile and help bring our community(family) closer together.
Thank you again Paul for this great little bow. I could tell it was made just for me or at least you put a lot of thought into the bow you sent me. She's a perfect fit! I'm sure I will get lots of years of service with this bow and I'll enjoy every arrow I put through her.
It won't be long before we start a new bow trade. Generally we begin in January or February. Now is the time to start thinking about it and getting ourselves ready for the next trade. Line up a few staves, study designs to help you decide what you want to build, not only for your recipient but to help you improve your own bow building. Use the months before the trade starts to hone your bow building skills so you will feel the pride of giving your best effort you can to your recipient. This is what our bow trades are all about!
I want to also thank everyone that participated in the 2012 PA Bow Trade...even the guys that sherked their duty in the trade. If it weren't for them the generous attitudes of our community would not have shined as brightly as it has.
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Very nice simple,effective, and handy shooter there.Thanks for sharing.
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Very NICE bow...... :P Well said Pat.. :D
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Very nice! I love seeing this kind of thing. Awesome! ;D
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Awsome :)
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NICE ONE PAT FINNALY HAULED THESE BULLS AND CAMP DOWN THE MTN BEEN 0-10 EVERY NITE SEASONS OVER HAD A BLAST WISH YA WERE UP THERE WITH US THAT BOW WILL MAKE A NICE ELK STICK FOR NEXT YR GET READY BRO BROCK
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Pat that could not have been stated any more perfect. It's that kind of attitude that you show that makes people step up to the plate with the right mindset. Great leadership example and makes me glad to be a part of this community