New Used Bow Question

[Danny Klee]

#7376

I recently got a good deal on a used longbow. The markings on it are as follows:

Jim Bo
35# @ 28″
#601

I understand the numbers but I have never heard of Jim Bo. Has anyone heard of the maker of this bow? I would like to know more about it.

Dan

[David Petersen]

#61863

Apparently there are two JimBo(w) makers — one in the East and one in Colorado. Does this bow have glass, or all wood? If the latter it’s the eastern version. I’ve owned two Jimbo recurves, years ago. Shot real well but had a tendency for breaking limbs. Not a fast bow either, but as I said, older models. To learn more about the Colorado JimBo(w), contact Milt Beens at Wildcat Canyon Archery (970) 247-2894. He sold them for years and knows the bowyer. dave

[Danny Klee]

#62939

Dave-thanks for your reply. I’ll check that out to see what I can find. You are the only person who has had any info at all about the possibilities of the bows origin. Thanks. I’ll let you know what I find out.

Dan

[Mudd]

#24267

Danny Klee wrote: Dave-thanks for your reply. I’ll check that out to see what I can find. You are the only person who has had any info at all about the possibilities of the bows origin. Thanks. I’ll let you know what I find out.

Dan

I’ve seen a couple of bows marked Jim Bo’s for sale and was curious about them too. I’d appreciate knowing what you find out.
Which one of the bowyers bows was known for breaking? all wood or laminate?
Thanks in advance!
God bless,Mudd

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