Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Aaron H on July 05, 2018, 01:46:26 pm
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Mojam holds a special place for me, so I thought it was about time I give back to such a great group of guys and gals, so several months ago I volunteered to build the trophies for the first broadhead flight shoot happening at Mojam. I am pretty pleased with the results, and I hope the winners will like them as well.
I built one for each of the two main classes, self bow and backed bow. For the backed bow I decided to build a static recurve, and for the self bow I chose a reflex / deflex profile. I also put a little wiggle in the self bow.
Both of these are made of brass, soldered at the joints. They are both 1/8th scale models. The arrows are .045" and the string measures just .013". I would say the most difficult part was soldering the fletchings onto the arrow shaft. Trying to keep them all aligned while joining the 3 simultaneously was challenging. I think I made 7 of them before being satisfied with 2. ;D.
They are mounted on walnut bases. My wife Josephine thinks I should put an etched plaque on each. What say you?
I enjoyed building them, something different for a (hopefully) exciting event.
Make your way to Marshall, Mo in a couple weeks and join us for some fun and your chance to take them home with you.
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Awesome job Aaron they are real trophies beautiful !!
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That is very impressive sir! An etched plate with info would be a great addition, but they are stunning as is!
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Aaron, I can't tell you how much I appreciate you doing these trophies. It really adds a lot to the event. beautiful job on those.
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Aaron, those look great! You sir are a very skilled craftsman. Whoever wins one of those should be very honored.
Neal
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Beautiful work, Aaron. Great flight shooting trophies. :OK
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If ya do the plaque thingy, would recommend as small and unobtrusive as possible. So bow/arrow take center/center stage.
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Aaron, every time I think I've seen it all, someone steps up and demonstrates a higher lever of character, craftsmanship and forethought. You've done it in all three categories with these trophies. What an awesome way to give back to this community. :)
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Oh my. That's real tallent and craftsmanship! Im just floored!
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Those look better than my bows im gonna shoot!
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I knew when you volunteered to make these Aaron it was going to be in good hands.You did'nt disappoint,and in plenty of time before the event to boot.Thanks for doing this!!!Beautiful work!!!
It seems this arrow making is a chore in more ways than one from what I've heard.
PS....Like the wiggle in the self bow too!!!!
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Plaques yes. Wife is right. Arvin
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most excellent job Aaron! thanks much... :OK
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Thank you all so very much. I really enjoyed building them, it was a fun journey
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Btw, I think I will take the advise of my elders to listen to my better half and look into adding a small plaque to each. ;)
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Beautiful work Aaron. :OK
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Simply outstanding Aaron, well done.
G
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+1, and more to all the comments! A most excellent job! The winners will be pleased!
Hawkdancer
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Those are some sweet full draws Aaron. Dang you know I can't make it to MoJam, but if I had any chance of winning I'd sure be tempted. Beautiful Trophies. Glad you listened to your wife and the elders.
Bjrogg
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I can only repeat, what the others said: beautiful trophies and excellent craftsmanship! What I like most about them is, that it‘s instantly obvious, that they‘re made by a bowyer and not just an artist. They look like the real thing and that‘s top level in my book!
Torsten
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Btw, I think I will take the advise of my elders to listen to my better half and look into adding a small plaque to each. ;)
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call Keith and let him know what size the engraved plates need to be...and what you want engraved on them...he will likely buy them and have them ready for you to stick on when you get there.
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Now those are some real trophies to be gunnin for.. beautiful work buddy
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Very nice Aaron! You certainly are a multi talented dude