[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134894

Hey James

Nice to have a good range close at hand. I luckily have my own, in the Arroyo on my ccouple of acres.

I noticed the KY archery deer season will be on while your there.  Can you hunt around your cabin ?

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134889

R2

Sounds like you had a great day !

I can’t think of a more difficult challenge then fall turkey with a bow – still working on that one myself —

The weather people say the big blue norther is coming this weekend so “batten down the hatches” sir !

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: Help with brace height #134888

Hi Michael

Welcome to the forum.

I Havn’t shot a recurve in awhile ( and don’t have any specific Ben Pearson info), but most fall in the 7+” to 9″ range . Bear traditional manual recommends 7″ to 8″. I would start at 7 3/4″. I imagine you recall that you should adjust( twist the string)  up and down some – to find the sweet spot.

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: Books for Traditional Bowhunters #134867

Hi James

Have a great holiday in KY.

I read all of Corbetts work when I was a kid and reread it again a few years ago. He was a consumate woodsman / hunter and gentleman . I still marvel at what he accomplished. He was one with the jungle. Thanks for posting those excerpts, always enjoy his writings.

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134866

Hi James

Nice looking outdoor range – does it have any field courses or jungle lanes ?

Damn ticks seem to be every where on the planet except Antarctica ( might be there too if it thaws)!

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: Keeping Trim during the Holidays… #134803

Happy Thanksgiving to all ya all out there.

I hope you have a great day with Family And Friends !

Happy Arrows ! I know I will shoot a few today.

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: I need some good advice Bow-making Info! #134695

Your welcome , its our pleasure to have you with us on the forums

Plenty of info on prior posts and the magazine – happy hunting thru them–

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: I need some good advice Bow-making Info! #134689

Hi Kramer

Welcome to Tradbow.

I am not a bowyer and what little I know about the subject, is picked up thru the years talking to bowyers or “book learning” (sic). We have some members who are bowyers and others who “dabble” in the art. Hopefully they will comment on your post. I would use the “search the forum” engine ( above) to see past discussions of building bows, and or order past issues of tradbow that discuss same.

Our own Stephen Graf ‘s just finished book— on building the American Longbow is excellent and I highly recommend it —The American Longbow ( how to make one, and its place in a good life) by Stephen Graf – Ravens eye press.

Good luck on your bow building

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: The best hunting stool #134688

Duncan.

I would definitely use a pad also. What is the seat material ? It looks thick.

Out here in the west, most of the good hunting areas are a ways off the road. I like the fact it has its own pack . I would probably modify the pack to haul my day stand possibles.

Thanks for the info

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: What ya got goin'? 2 #134684

Veterans day

Just wanted to thank all the veterans out there — past, present, and future.

“Lest we forget”

“Splice the mainbrace”

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: The best hunting stool #134670

William

I like the design and construction of that stool. Looks like it would work well and be quite comfortable for long sits. A better stool than most I have seen for sale lately. A lot of the current stuff is very flimsy, leading to misadventures -haha- as R2 mentioned. I might build one if I get some extra time this winter. Thanks for the link.

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: Shooting Glove #134669

William

I am really happy with my American leathers glove.  The glove fits me perfectly and I have used it exclusively for some years now. Holding up great. What Howard Hill version / maker were you considering ? I always liked the design of the H H but never found one that worked( fit) for me —

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: Arrow set up #134623

Ed

You bet

Forrester has a web site. Easy to find. Let us know how it goes and what arrows you finally make up to shoot in your 68lb.

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: Arrow set up #134612

Howdy Ed

Welcome to tradbow.

I currently only shoot wood arrows with my mid 50-55 lb weight bows. I shoot single bevel Broadheads on wood shafts for those bows. I shoot carbon to get better foc in my  60lb bows, partially for the reasons you mentioned. I have not tried to set up any wood shafts in my 60 lb, which is still a far cry from your weight.  I have thought about building some wood arrows for my 2 heavier bows but havn’t got around to it yet, thus don’t have any current info. When I do I will  check out Forrester wood shafts as he carries heavier spined woods than most and used to post here on occasion. I think he probably could steer you in the right direction on what to get.

Maybe some other members have tried to set up wood arrows in the heavier bows and will pass on their experience by posting an answer. Please keep us informed on your progress as I am interested in doing it myself.

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[Raymond Coffman]

in reply to: 60 birthday #134611

Hi Dominque

Do you hunt in France ? What part ? What bow/s do you shoot? Have you hunted internationally before ? What game are you interested in hunting in Alaska?

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