[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Does this sowbelly make me look old? #16955

David Petersen wrote:

With apoligies to Smithhammer …

No apologies needed, my friend. Laughing Monkey is open source. But his power should be used judiciously. 8)

Looking forward to pics of this bow!!

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Arrows (attempted build-along) #14873

That was a great step-by-step. Thanks for sharing!

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: EFOC at Pope and Young #11434

Dr. Ed Ashby wrote: The EFOC presentation at Pope and Young went extremely well, and it was very well received. We ARE making headway in getting folks to understand AND USE EFOC/UEFOC arrow setups. I was amazed at the number of folks already using them, and seeking more information about them.

Ed

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Martin Archery #10190

I’ve owned two Martin/Howatt bows and they were both great shooters, well-made and good looking. The ‘Mamba’ I owned was a fast and hard-hitting bow – I only sold it in order to make a down payment on a custom I was lusting after. I still own a ‘Savannah’ which is a joy to shoot and I’d put it up against a lot of other hybrids that cost significantly more.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Worried About Myself #63198

Absolutely, Dave. I’m not suggesting we should do less than “give it our all” once the decision to hunt has been made – otherwise I may as well just go for a hike, and leave all those other accoutrements at home. I’m just referring to that temptation to succumb to thinking that one has “failed” if it doesn’t all come together for the kill to happen, despite having given it your best.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Worried About Myself #63102

paleoman wrote: It’ s as much fun to run across a huge buck rub and just know they are there. There are fewer and fewer common ” touchstones” anymore that transcend time. What a privledge to walk among these beings more an equal than a dominator.

Well said. I didn’t kill an elk with my bow last fall. But there were numerous experiences with elk at very close range that I will never forget. And rarely a day I didn’t come down off the mountain empty-handed, but smiling my @$$ off. And I’m already dreaming about September again – daybreak and bulls bellowing and days spent wandering through golden aspens and dark timber. I truly feel sorry for those who can only define a “successful hunt” as one that must involve taking an animal.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Snow #59714

Fairly normal April for us – rain and snow and the occasional sunny day. After a couple rough Springs in a row, it’s nice to think that animals are having an easier time of it this spring. Saw about 30 elk on the hillside behind the house this morning.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: New Bow/The Good Hunt #58259

Fantastic idea, Mike!

I might have an item or two I can contribute as well, if this idea takes off…

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: The Trad Knife Thread #58243

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Abell's instinctive shooting books – a question #57190

I read his first book years ago, and it’s a great foundation to start with.

Reading Asbell’s excellent article in the most recent TBM prompted me to order “Advanced Instinctive Shooting.” It’s a good prompt to re-analyze my form and techniqiue and keep learning.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Kangaroo leather and neat sewing tool #57189

I’ve used a Speedy Stitcher for years for repairing all sorts of outdoor gear. They’re awesome.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Fletching color #55206

Lately, at least for my hunting arrows, I’ve been going for a middle ground – yellow. Natural enough, but still easy to follow and find (sometimes 😉 ).

Target and stumping arrows I often use hot pink. They stick out anywhere.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: You've got to be kidding me!!! #53317

J.Wesbrock wrote: ….and that rediculous toilet seat that slides into the rear hitch of a truck (thankfully, it says not to use when the vehicle is moving).

Hey now, don’t be lumping Uncle Booger’s Bumper Dumper in with those ridiculous items.

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Aussie turkeys #53195

donthomas wrote: …..Without things trying to eat them, birds are either born dumb or get that way fast. Don

I’m trying really hard not to apply that to another species I know…

8)

[Bruce Smithhammer]

in reply to: Armguards #53066

Ben (Prairie Prowler) wrote: [quote=David Petersen]…my logic these days is that if I buy the best gear–that is, what I really want most–it will last “longer than I need it.”

We had an elderly neighbor when I was a kid who was fond of saying, “Save it up. Buy the best and cry once.”

Agreed.

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