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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 19, 2008, 04:58:45 am

Title: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 19, 2008, 04:58:45 am: I finally finished her.

sprayed a spar urethane finish, and wrapped acotton grip on with Zebra hide plate and rest, all I have to do is wait for the sun to come up to take pictures

66" ntn, 58# @27", simmetrical limbs with 1/8" positive, 1/4" of retained reflex, overlays wood I don't know, it was given to me.

Here's a couple of pictures of the unfinished handle

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/005-5-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/006-4.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/007-4-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/008-2-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/009-3-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: Dustybaer on April 19, 2008, 05:47:10 am: what do you need them HUGE tips for? ;D just kidding, i wish i had the guts to make mine that slim. awesome workmanship, mannie (as usual, i might ad ;D ) love the backing.
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: Canoe on April 19, 2008, 11:07:04 am: Howdy N. Pirate,

Hay!... Nice lookin' bow! Shiny ;)

So, what's the width on this skinny lady near the fades?

And, I hope you post more pictures soon; braced, full draw... You know the drill.

Thanks for sharing,
Canoe
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: Pat B on April 19, 2008, 11:56:26 am: Manny, This is a beautiful example of what can be achieved with one of the "second string" bow woods. I bet it gives nothing up to some of the more "desirable" woods. Great job on this one...but I'm not at all surprised, coming from you. Pat
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: Keenan on April 19, 2008, 12:42:07 pm: Manny that is a serious example of your excellent craftsmanship. As Pat stated to take a medium rate wood and push the extreams takes some real talent and skill. Absolutely no excess wieght in those tips,I bet that thing shoots like a dream. Not surprising to see such quallity from you. ;) Keenan
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: DCM on April 19, 2008, 01:37:16 pm: Nicely done Manny. Is that the natural color, or stained?
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: Dano on April 19, 2008, 01:50:23 pm: Beautiful!!
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 19, 2008, 04:13:49 pm: Thanks guys,

O.K., I'm having my cup of coffe, as soon as my eyes open I'll go out and take pictures ;D ;D

Mimms, it's stained with a minwax product called Sedona Red

Canoe, it's 1 1/2" at the fades.
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: Kegan on April 19, 2008, 04:55:09 pm: That's gorgouse! I can't wait for full draw :)!
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 19, 2008, 05:09:38 pm: (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/008-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/009-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/002-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/006-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow (pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 19, 2008, 05:11:24 pm: (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/003-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/001-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/005-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/004-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: Andrea S on April 19, 2008, 09:30:52 pm: Please forgive me if I just overlooked reading something, but what is that crazy stripey stuff you've backed the bow with!? I've never seen anything like it before.
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: El Destructo on April 19, 2008, 09:55:00 pm: Really Nice Bow ....Manny....Hey why dont you whack a Limb off that Magnolia....I heard that they make good Bows too!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: Justin Snyder on April 19, 2008, 10:34:57 pm: Nice looking bow as usuall Manny. It does remind me of Pat's tissue papper bow a little. ;D Good use of unknown wood also.

I'm still not used to your new moniker. I changed mine for about 2 days and got so much hate mail I changed it back. ::) Justin
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: BigWapiti on April 20, 2008, 02:53:56 am: Gorgeous - makes me want to get another white oak sapling again.

Curious, did you have any problems with the oak checking on you?

That is a beautiful bow Mannie.

-Mike
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 20, 2008, 07:56:43 am: Thanks guys, I'm glad you like the bow.

Big Wapiti, this was a 2X1 from Lowes, no checking ;D ;D

Justin, what did you change it to ?

..........That's a rubber tree, ...as soft as they get ;)

Andrea, the backing is cotton fabric from Wal Mart ;D ;D
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: Marc St Louis on April 20, 2008, 08:25:30 am: Nice bow Manny
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: El Destructo on April 20, 2008, 11:21:10 am: Well it's a cool Tree...the leaves look just like a Magnolia thats in my Neighbors Yard....hey...has anyone tried Bald Cypress.... >:D
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: DanaM on April 20, 2008, 11:24:46 am: Full Draw Pic ???
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: Justin Snyder on April 20, 2008, 11:42:42 am: Quote from: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 20, 2008, 07:56:43 am
Justin, what did you change it to ?

"Nobody".... From the old Terrence Hill movie, "My Name is Nobody". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh9gfIoRmoc&feature=related Seems I was the only one to watch it or the "They Call Me Trinity" and "Trinity is Still My Name". Justin
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: El Destructo on April 20, 2008, 12:26:42 pm: Quote from: Justin Snyder on April 20, 2008, 11:42:42 am
"Nobody".... From the old Terrence Hill movie, "My Name is Nobody". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oh9gfIoRmoc&feature=related Seems I was the only one to watch it or the "They Call Me Trinity" and "Trinity is Still My Name". Justin

Oh No....I grew up on them Spaghetti Westerns... with Eastwood (We all know all of These I hope!!)....Van Cleef ( Death Rides A Horse, Sabata)...Terence Hill (Trinity Is STILL My Name, My Name Is Nobody)...Charles Bronson (Once Upon a Time in the West)....just to name a few....I grew up in this era....it brings back good memories!!
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: medicinewheel on April 20, 2008, 01:52:51 pm: hey manny! - really beautiful bow with incredible tips!!!
frank
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: Andrea S on April 20, 2008, 02:46:51 pm: Nice, you should make a bow with Bob the Builder fabric next time!!!

"Can we tiller it!?
Yes we can!!"

;D
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 20, 2008, 05:01:35 pm: Dana, I really dislike full draws from the tree, so I was trying to see if I could get a photografer, ...well I didn't so I guess I go down and take one from the tree :(
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 20, 2008, 06:05:59 pm: This is why I don't like them, strin drawing placement is way of

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/003-2.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/001-2-1.jpg)

(http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/NorthShoreLB/Tiger%20Oak/002-2-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: mullet on April 20, 2008, 06:38:56 pm: Another nice one Manny. I like the Camo job,that's different
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: DanaM on April 20, 2008, 07:23:35 pm: Sorry Manny if ya felt I pressured ya, i think You did a incredible job for red oak board. She looks good man.
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: El Destructo on April 20, 2008, 07:56:31 pm: Manny that Tiller Sucks...you need to send that Puppy to Texas....where I can use it to Prop Up My Tomato Plants...... >:D >:D >:D

No really ....If I could hit a Tiller on a Bow like you....I would be in Nirvana!!! You Rock.......

Pictures Don't Lie

Awesome

;)

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Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: El Destructo on April 20, 2008, 08:02:13 pm: (http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk247/yankeemongiat/ththnotworthy1.gif)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: Pappy on April 21, 2008, 08:05:38 am: Very nice ,I love the color and finish,beautiful bow. :)
Pappy
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: AndrewS on April 21, 2008, 08:14:18 am: Congrats, that's a very fine bow. Tiller is spot on, camo job is excellent (do you have tigers on Hawaii??? ;D). Great Job.
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: OldBow on April 21, 2008, 12:45:43 pm: The "tillering oval" tells it all. Great work on on a board from Lowes. And finally bookmarked for April Self BOM. Mahalo!
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: tpoof on April 21, 2008, 02:16:35 pm: Wow! Awesome!!
Now THAT Redoak bow just set the new standard of what is possible..
she's one sexy stick for sure!!
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: GregB on April 21, 2008, 03:01:55 pm: Very nice bow Manny! Good looking tips, finish, and great job on the tiller! You ever take one of your bows fishing in shallows? :)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: Okie on April 21, 2008, 03:09:06 pm: Awesome looking bow and great tiller work and if ya can't hit 'em with an arra you can always poke 'em with the tips. ;D

Great bow and thanks for sharing.

John
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 21, 2008, 04:49:10 pm: Thanks guys, glad you like her.

....Greg, you mean just to spear them ?
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: 1/2primitive on April 21, 2008, 08:29:53 pm: Very nice bow, sweet look to it. It looks a whole lot better than it did as a board. :)
Sean
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: stiknstring on April 21, 2008, 09:35:11 pm: Let me send you my address for the official Montana test drive.
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: Little John on April 21, 2008, 10:37:46 pm: The nicest oak board bow I have ever seen. Kenneth
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: Gordon on April 22, 2008, 04:00:59 am: Can't hardly believe she comes from a board - great bow Manny!
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 22, 2008, 04:37:43 pm: Thanks guys.

I was trying to make this Red oak bow look a bit different than the usual board bow
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: El Destructo on April 22, 2008, 10:06:29 pm: Well I would say that you completely Succeeded then Manny!!!

::)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: NOMADIC PIRATE on April 23, 2008, 03:38:30 pm: Thanks Mike :)
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: cowboy on April 23, 2008, 03:50:25 pm: She's sensational allright - lots of beautiful bows coming out here lately ;D.
Title: Re: Red Oak sensation,....a bow "Tiger Oak" (full draw pics)
Post by: Keenan on April 23, 2008, 04:26:24 pm: Manny, That tiller is perfect ;).Again great looking bow, love those tips. Keenan