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Offline barebo

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"Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« on: January 23, 2010, 08:18:22 pm »
Well, I got to add the arrow rest - graduated leather strips, and wrap the handle with 1/8" leather lace. I opted for a Hill style grip.
In order to get pics up here, I had to compromise detailed shots. I wish I was more computer / camera saavy !! All in all, the bow performs well. Very light mass wise, although the Ash is a bit on the thick side for a backing. It is my first experience with Ipe, and I
learned a lot!! I'm going to make some Hickory backing strips, and may try a Bamboo backing at some point. 70" ntn and draws an honest 65#@ 27".

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« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2010, 08:19:41 pm »
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« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2010, 08:20:20 pm »
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Offline Jesse

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« Reply #3 on: January 23, 2010, 08:28:17 pm »
looks really good. Bending nicely.  Ipe doesnt mind having a thick backing like that and I think it can actually help bring the mass down. As long as its not so thin that it frets you should be good.
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Offline Justin Snyder

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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #4 on: January 23, 2010, 08:31:56 pm »
Nice looking bow, you ought to be proud.
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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #5 on: January 23, 2010, 08:35:04 pm »
I forgot to add - shot at least 200 arrows this afternoon - my shoulder knows it !! Ended up with an inch of follow (set??), and no frets or funny stuff yet. Looking forward to starting number 2 !!
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Offline elk country rp

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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #6 on: January 23, 2010, 08:38:16 pm »
i'm a huge fan of thick backings on ipe.
looks like it'll launch a heavy arrow with some authority!
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Offline DanaM

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« Reply #7 on: January 23, 2010, 08:54:51 pm »
Congrats on your new bow and I believe ash backed ipe may be a first :)
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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #8 on: January 23, 2010, 09:01:20 pm »
I like the contrast between the Ipe and Ash.
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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #9 on: January 23, 2010, 09:23:39 pm »
A very nice bow, the contrast between the ash and the Ipe is great.
And from my experience Ipe like thicker backings from ash or hickory.
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« Reply #10 on: January 23, 2010, 11:39:29 pm »
Your bow looks real good Barebo. I really like the look of the Ash.  Thicker backings with Ipe will become much more common on these bows once folks catch on. I know a few of these guys have figured out a favorite trick of mine..and you have too!

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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #11 on: January 24, 2010, 12:04:04 am »
Good job. I think there is a good partnership between ash and Ipe. I backed my last hickory bow with ash:
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,16978.0.html
and it is one of my best performing bows, ever.
Got your weapon all bookmarked for January Laminate Bow of the Month fun.
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Offline NTD

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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #12 on: January 24, 2010, 01:33:04 am »
Great job barebo...looks great!
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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #13 on: January 24, 2010, 05:39:07 am »
Looks really nice!
More details please...!  ;D ;D ;D
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Re: "Sticky" Ipe bow Done - Pics
« Reply #14 on: January 24, 2010, 09:13:10 am »
That's a nice looking bow Barebow.I really like it. God Bless
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