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Title: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: coaster500 on January 02, 2013, 07:51:21 pm
This is the bow that Matt "MWirwicki" stepped in and built when the man that drew my name for the swap couldn’t get it done. I am fairly new to PA and am quite overwhelmed by the generosity of its members. I was privileged to be a part of the swap this year and that by itself would have been enough but to receive a bow of this quality!!! I have to apologize to Matt for taking so long to post but I have not been able to shoot for a bit due to my back but now……  Matt this little bow spits an arrow hard (likes 50/55 cedar) and is going to make meat if I have anything to say about it!!!

Matt thank you so much....  this bow will be a part of my rack always and hopfully will make lots of meat :)

Shooter video

(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/th_Mattsbow020.jpg) (http://s28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/?action=view&current=Mattsbow020.mp4)


Knowing who was going to build a bow for me I took the liberty of doing a bit of FBI work to find out more about my builder "Matt"...

Here is a slideshow with some of matts builds....  the man can build a bow!!!

http://s28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/?albumview=slideshow

(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow016.jpg)
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow014.jpg)
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow013.jpg)
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow010.jpg)
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow010.jpg)
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow007.jpg)
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow002.jpg)
(http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c210/coaster500/Bow%20trade%202012%20TG%20and%20PA/My%20Trade%20bow%20from%20Matt/Mattsbow001.jpg)

Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Badly Bent on January 02, 2013, 07:59:27 pm
Sinew & snake skin backed 65 yr. seasoned osage built by an expert bow maker...... Wow Coaster you got a good one there!
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: blackhawk on January 02, 2013, 08:01:08 pm
Sweet Kip...outta b a shooter..I knew that was a sinewed osage before I even got down to the last pic ...knowing matt I knew it was  ;) and I know its a nice bow as well..Congrats. :)
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Onebowonder on January 02, 2013, 08:02:51 pm
Um......... WOW!!!

OneBow
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: coaster500 on January 02, 2013, 08:26:04 pm
Bent, Hawkman, Onebow for me one of the best parts of getting a bow of this quality is it gives me a feel for what's right. I need all the help I can get and this bow and Matts skills will help me do better work for sure :)

Man I can't wait to stick a pig whit this one!!!!
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Will H on January 02, 2013, 08:27:19 pm
Matt makes an awesome bow! That thing is beautiful and I'm sure it shoots even better than it looks ;)
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Ifrit617 on January 02, 2013, 09:04:28 pm
That is gorgeous. Matt sure is an expert with the sinewed 'sage bows..

Jon
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: seabass on January 02, 2013, 09:08:56 pm
Matt and his family are good people.you got a good one.
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: _Jon_ on January 02, 2013, 09:14:41 pm
Matt has a heart of gold.  He makes a great bow and is an even better friend.  Congrats on a fine gift.  Matt you are the best!!
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: osage outlaw on January 02, 2013, 09:18:11 pm
You lucky dog.  Matt is an incredible bowyer.
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: missilemaster on January 03, 2013, 12:19:18 am
Yup, Matt's a great little guy. ;) Glad to have him on the forum.

                  Cody
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: chamookman on January 03, 2013, 04:25:05 am
Another nice one there Matt ! Thanks for posting the pics Coaster - Bob.
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: coaster500 on January 03, 2013, 01:03:56 pm
Will it shoots every bit as good as it looks ....

Jon "Ifrit617" he is both for sure ...

seabass I was blessed for sure...

Jon,,, Matt has shown himself to be a friend to all on PA...

Cody X2....  if he wasn't part of PA this georgous bow would not be in my rack !!!!

Bob I wish you could shoot this bow....  it's more than nice, truly wonderful shooter :)


Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Pappy on January 03, 2013, 01:18:05 pm
Beautiful bow,congrats.Way to step up to the plate Matt. :)
  Pappy
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Buckeye Guy on January 03, 2013, 01:30:16 pm
Congratulations !!
Good job Matt !!
PA Folks are some of the finest there are !!
Guy

  (Miss Heather if you are reading this ,I sure could use a jar of your black Raspberry jam to help get me thru the winter ! Hope to see ya soon !!)
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: PEARL DRUMS on January 03, 2013, 02:02:17 pm
You have a winner there Kip!
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: coaster500 on January 03, 2013, 05:33:51 pm
Beautiful bow,congrats.Way to step up to the plate Matt. :)
  Pappy

Grand Slam Pappy :)

Guy x2  ...  Great folks and Matt is Tops!!!

Drums at 14/15 yard I'm bustin nocks!!! Really likes these Cedars :)
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: JW_Halverson on January 03, 2013, 05:46:38 pm
Matt is not too unusual for this crowd, but don't take that as anything but a compliment.  He runs in a pretty find crowd of folks!  Thanks, Matt, for upholding the reputation of this Forum.

Atta boy, Coaster, you got yourself a mighty fine hunting tool.  Best of luck, may she bring you many warm memories in the future.
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Josh B on January 03, 2013, 10:47:18 pm
Congratulations Coaster!  I've only met Matt once, but I knew right off that he was good as gold!  His bowyering skills speak for themselves.  Good on ya Matt!  Josh
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: MWirwicki on January 04, 2013, 09:49:12 am
Coaster:  Somewhat speechless... I'm glad you like your new bow and was thrilled to do it. 

Thank you all, for your kind words. 
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: coaster500 on January 04, 2013, 10:53:45 am
Thank you Matt .....  I could not be more pleased :)

Got to ask though....   where do you get "65 year old billits" !!!!!  This woods been down longer than I've been here.... Matt you look good for your age  ;D

Now wish me luck...  Got a date with some hogs hopefully wednesday !!!!
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: k-hat on January 04, 2013, 10:56:35 am
Nice!!! I bet it was well worth the wait!
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: MWirwicki on January 04, 2013, 04:09:29 pm
Coaster:  Good luck hog huntin'!  Be sure to send me some pics if you get any with the bow.  I'll hang them on my bow shop's wall of fame. 

I got the billets 15 years ago from an old farmer.  He had them stored in his barn.  He said that he had them for at least 50 years.
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: bubby on January 04, 2013, 06:48:16 pm
another great wirwicki bow, the good thing about this crowd here is you don't have to ask twice if ya need something, great bow kip and good on you Matt, Bub
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: Carson (CMB) on January 04, 2013, 11:55:25 pm
That is a sweet bow, and a sweet bowyer  ;D.   Old osage is the best osage.  Very nice. 
Title: Re: 2012 Swap Bow from Matt "MWirwicki"
Post by: coaster500 on January 05, 2013, 11:27:42 am
I got the billets 15 years ago from an old farmer.  He had them stored in his barn.  He said that he had them for at least 50 years.

That was a find Matt and translated into a great bow!!!

Carson wish I could get my hands on some 50 year old Osage. I don't know that I could do it justice but sure would like to give it a try :)

Got that right Bubby.... Great bunch here on PA and Matt is one of the best :)