[William Warren]

in reply to: arrow material #20718

I use wood mostly but I also use carbon with one of my bows and I would not hesitate to use some aluminum, just have not bought any lately. I can see how wood is considered the most traditional arrow material but actually aluminum and some early composites were around at the same time as the origin of some of our most revered bows and bow makers, so tradition is really in the eye of the beholder. Dead horse or not, I think it is still a good conversation.

[William Warren]

in reply to: Javelina hunt #20680

I have no experience with the javalinas but wish it did! If I had the chance I’d definitely try the hunting and the meat if I could. Good luck with your hunt and hope you have some pics to post when you get back.

[William Warren]

in reply to: First Piggy #14110

Good job Steve! What bow did you use? Is that a take down? Sounds like a great Hawaiian vacation.

Duncan

[William Warren]

in reply to: Spiral Flu Flu's problem #12972

Don’t the critters hear the ZZZZT? I know I’m going to try these though, they look good.

[William Warren]

in reply to: Ancient Edges #12944

I’ll bet some primitive diehard has done it.

[William Warren]

in reply to: Well Placed Shot #12938

R2,

I agree, even the phrase “knockdown power” is a well worn misnomer even in the firearms arena. At the risk of insulting my fellow sportsmen who may disagree, there is no such thing, only a phrase coined by marketing folks and gun writers of yore to generate sales.

A wound channel is a wound channel. Arrow weight and broadhead type, width, etc probably plays bigger role than bow weight.

[William Warren]

in reply to: Went primitive today #12921

I was just looking at your stone points again and I have to say the lower one is an exact replica of points I have found in my area over the years. I’m in the Tuscarora and the Saponi area and the local tribe here was/is Occaneechi. Cane is somewhat common here but more so in the eastern part of NC. A more common material here, although heavier, is Arrowood, aslo known as Viburnum, a shrub, that can cover woodland hillsides and can be in various diameters up to 3/4″ but grows no higher than chest high. Makes a very tough arrow and can be selected in the smaller diameters and worked down to 11/32″ or less. You got me wanting to drag out my selfbows again and build some cane arrows. I find myself looking longingly at the cane mashes I see each day going to and from work. 😀

[William Warren]

in reply to: Less of Dave Petersen, please! #12905

Sorry Dave, you don’t get a free pass from us, we like to read your comments! 😀

[William Warren]

in reply to: Glue #10736

I have always used fletch-tite on carbon and aluminum and duco on wood with laquer or urethane finishes. For nocks I use the same glue I used for the fletch for each type of arrow. Never had any problems and I’m not very fastidious when it comes to cleaning shafts before fletching. I have tried the bearpaw tape with mixed results. There is definitely a shelf life with the tape.

Used super glue for other tasks but does not seem like my first choice for fletch.

[William Warren]

in reply to: Facial Recognition #10716

Well I had an opportunity to test it this afternoon, so I put on a cap and bandana and went out to the usual observation spot and asumed an agressive stance. ALL heads snapped up and zeroed in on me whereas usually I only get a few casual glances from the look outs as the others continue eating. But my dog slipped out behind me and as soon as he realized they were there it was over. I’ll have to try it again without the dog next time.

[William Warren]

in reply to: Barta in a high fence? #9653

It’s a personal choice. If I was in a wheelchair and hunting animal X was on my bucket list and I had the opportunity to go for it I probably would.

I also agree with Rupe’s view that there are large preserves and then there are high fence shooting galleries. If a disability prevented me from hiking and backpacking over rough terrain should I just throw in the towel and give up? Of course not, there are viable options available to make possible an otherwise unattainable experience. I say go for it and don’t worry about what others think.

[William Warren]

in reply to: Went primitive today #9626

Good looking selfbow and cane arrows! Got to be some serious mojo if grown from the same ground you’re hunting on.

I’d back that bow with a couple of moccasin skins. The perfect camo for your area.

Happy Hunting!

[William Warren]

in reply to: New Member From Oregon #9597

Welcome! Pull up a stump amd set a spell! 😀

[William Warren]

in reply to: The New Year #62227

Happy New Year everybody!:D

[William Warren]

in reply to: Cooking recipes for mallard? #60338

Agree that duck is best plucked and left rare. I like mine smoked with applewood with only a rub. Not a big fan of the sauces with my duck. Now, I will deviate somewhat with divers and fillet the breast but leaving the skin on. Diver breasts are excellent seared in an iron skillet with onions and seasoned similar to what you would use with liver and onions. Basically some bacon fat,caramelized onions and salt and pepper and maybe some worchestershire.

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