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Offline Lee Lobbestael

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Piking an osage bow
« on: November 07, 2010, 10:09:29 pm »
Hey guys, I know the answer to this probably varies from situation to situation, but I just piked and heat treated an osage bow that was one of my first bows. It was in the low 30 pound range and was 65". I Piked er down to 60" and heat treated the belly, introducing a little reflex in the process. I haven't been able to bend it yet because I am waiting for it to rehydrate, but I'm anxious to know how much weight it picked up.
Anyone care to venture a guess?
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Offline woodstick

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Re: Piking an osage bow
« Reply #1 on: November 07, 2010, 10:54:49 pm »
i would say bout 15 to 20 #. i have to do that to some of mine.
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Offline gstoneberg

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Re: Piking an osage bow
« Reply #2 on: November 07, 2010, 11:43:37 pm »
I did about 3" on one a few weeks ago and got a little less than 10lbs.  I didn't heat treat it but I did put in some reflex.  Keep your eye on the tiller at 60" if your handle is stiff.  You'll want all the limb working.

Good luck,
George
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Offline Pat B

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Re: Piking an osage bow
« Reply #3 on: November 08, 2010, 12:10:00 am »
Looking forward to seeing your results.
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Offline Lee Lobbestael

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Re: Piking an osage bow
« Reply #4 on: November 08, 2010, 12:17:36 am »
Thanks guys! this is good news because this may turn into a good hunting bow! i'll keep you all updated
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