NewbieQ: Martin Saber TD Recurve Assembly

[MaverickNH]

#6213

Hi All – Newbie with questions about assembling and setup of a Martin Saber TD Bow 45lb. Minimal assembly instructions included – just a diagram.

1. Limb with weight marking on lower? Other limb has no marking.

2.The limbs fit into plastic inserts that bolt to the riser with a bolt, two washers and a threaded insert. There are thin foam pads on the end of the limbs that seem to prevent a solid attachment of the limbs. I’m tightening them down snug but the limbs pivot some before stringing. Is this expected?

Those questions will do to start. If not clear, can attach a picture. Thanks for the help!

[Mark Turton]

#49647

Welcome Maverick, first off welcome, I have no experience of this bow but for what its worth:

1. I agree, hole spacings may also be different to prevent incorrect assembly.

2. Thin foam pads, check these ar’nt just for protection whilst in transit.

Without the limbs being solidly attached I’d not shoot her until you’ve checked with Martin, and tell them their instructions suck.

[James Harvey]

#49858

I may be misunderstanding the first question but you’re asking if the limb with weight markings is the lower limb? That’s the convention. I’d either give Martin or the shop you bought the bow from a call and ask about the foam pads. Then you can get shooting 😀

Jim

[MaverickNH]

#51062

Martin Archery might be history. I hear they are either bankrupts and/or sold. Nobody answers phones or replies to emails or voicemails.

Fortunately, another owner has helped me out. The foam pad tilts the limbs one way when the bolts are tightened, and the bowstring then compresses the foam further to make the limbs stable.

[codger]

#59746

Wow i hate to hear that ive owned a lot of Martin bows over thr years. all of them were fine products.

[codger]

#59752

I just went to the Martin website and found this information. at least they arent going away. I hope it was ok to post this if not ill accept my 20 lashes with a cedar shaft with no complaints!

Martin Archery, Inc. has some exciting news that will improve the reliability, delivery and quality of its products and services going forward. On October 21, 2013, the assets of Martin Archery, Inc., which include the Damon Howatt line, were acquired by Diversis Capital LLC from the Martin family. With this change in ownership, an experienced and driven management team led by our new CEO Rich Weatherford, has been assembled to bring the once-thriving business back to prominence. Our goal is to give our customers the best products, customer service, delivery and experience in the market.

Mr. Weatherford is an accomplished leader, with a track record of working with high-growth companies. Before starting his own practice, Mr. Weatherford was hired into the Crane Electronics Group (CEG) as VP of Operations to integrate and transform seven domestic and international sites with revenues approaching $300M. The markets supported in this role included Aerospace, Defense and Medical Devices.

Prior to Crane, Mr. Weatherford was at Rexnord where he was promoted after only 14 months from General Manager of the Cylindrical Bearing business to General Manager of the multi-site Rex Bearing Operations business after improving gross margins by 22%.

In further support of Mr. Weatherford and the Martin management team, Diversis will provide access to a vast network of resources in matters including intellectual property, supply chain and R&D. Diversis long-term strategic vision is to create a premium quality bow at a reasonable price that can be enjoyed by archery enthusiasts of all levels.

Gail Martin, founder of Martin Archery, lived a life of excellence and hard work. Beginning in June 1944, he fought for his country at the beaches in Normandy, marched through Europe, and finished his tour by liberating prisoners in Germany. In 1946, he returned to the US and married his sweetheart, Eva. In 1951, Gail started Martin Archery and grew it into a leading bow and accessories manufacturer. It was his dream to see the Company continue where it was founded and operated for over half a century – in Washington State’s Walla Walla Valley. Diversis is proud to grow Martin Archery in a way that honors the memory of Gail and plans to continue drawing on the expertise of the Martin family.

Beginning immediately, we will be investing in fast delivery and quality assurance. By January 2014, we will be introducing our new catalogue and showcasing our lineup at the ATA show in Nashville, TN.

Customer service is our number one priority, and we know that it’s our job to prove this to you. Please feel free to give us a call or send us an e-mail anytime and let us know how we can best serve your needs.

Sincerely,

New Martin Archery team

[MaverickNH]

#59945

I’m taking that as good news! I bought some 30# limbs to go with my 45# set, and am glad to see them a going forward business.

[Robin Conrads]

#60050

codger wrote: I just went to the Martin website and found this information. at least they arent going away. I hope it was ok to post this if not ill accept my 20 lashes with a cedar shaft with no complaints!

It’s fine to post this and I’m glad to hear that they will continue the long Martin history.

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