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in reply to: brace ht 1965 Indian Archery recurve? #12106

Tom,
I have spent a lot of time finding and using older recurves (mostly Pearsons), and when in doubt, what I learned from some of the “old heads” that showed me the way, was to not worry so much about nock point at first, and start with the B.H. fairly low about 7 1/2, the work your way up about 3 twists at a time till you find the “sweet spot” as far as noise level goes. The spot where the bow first becomes quiet is usually optimum. It takes some time and playing with, but for me I’ve tried it on several bows that I KNEW the B.H. for and always find the “sweet spot” is usually at the high end of the recommended brace height. From there, it’s just a matter of setting the nock point for optimum arrow flight.

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in reply to: Favorite Game animal to hunt and why? #33545

I’d have to say bustin bunnies is my absolute favorite, then deer, turkeys, and tree rats. But I’m waiting on the chance to go after some feral hogs!! Here in MO., there’s no limit, no method restriction, and they’re classed as a nuisance animal with a shoot on sight order from the Dept. of Conservation! Just need a small game permit, and you can actually go to some areas, hit the VFW or Elks Lodges, and have people begging you to come harvest ’em!! But I first got my love for hunting and a lot of great knowledge and awesome memories bunny hunting with my Pa-Pa and Dad, so B’rer Rabbit holds a special place in my heart.

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in reply to: Sites on a recurve? #33499

Congatulations on Deciding to take a step towards enjoying yourself with archery!! Shooting a bow, ANY bow wheeled or not, with or without sights is purely a matter of personal preference to me. I started shooting with an old shakespeare recurve I got at flea market in a barrel of yard tools! Then I started shooting an old 6 wheel Bear Whitetail Hunter compound with no sights, then for a time shot a high-tech wheelie bow with a drop away rest, adjustable sight, carbon arrows, etc. Personally, I find shooting sans sights to be more satisfying, and using my recurve a helluva lot of fun!! It does take a good deal more effort and motivation to become competent and confident without sights, but if you are interested in devoting the time and effort to it, GO FOR IT! I have a vhs tape by Paul Brunner called “Instinctive Shooting” produced by Stoney-Wolf Productions that I am constantly playing for Esther since she is just learning, and it also helps me when my form is a little off, I’d be more than happy to send you a copy if you’d like! Reach me at my profile here (tradbowman67) if you’re interested. Welcome, Good luck, and remember, persistence makes a goal reached a goal earned!

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in reply to: ANYONE ELSE THIS CRAZY? #32329

I haven’t tried it myself, but there is an AMAZING video of the great Ben Pearson, shooting both duck on the wing and pheasants, along with one of the most amazing long distance shots ever captured on film (and probably ever made!) and I know that the son of the late Mr. Pearson (a great shot himself) has the dvd for sale on ebay. It’s called “The Legendary Hunts of Ben Pearson”, and is THE film that personally sparked and kept alive my passion for traditional archery. Worth a look!!

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in reply to: New Department Added #32313

That’s so awesome, I know I had a LOT of questions and very little places to go for answers when I started shooting traditional bows, and the looks I got from the wheelie bow shooters at the local range when I had a question.. Whew! Lol!
But with this department hopefully all of us can contribute to the appreciation and education of folks interested in traditional archery! I’d love to volunteer my time in any way!!! I’m in the process now of teaching my significant other the love of traditional ways, and though she may not hunt, she loves the mag, loves the sport and loves flinging pointy sticks!!

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in reply to: stringing bows #32299

I always reccommend use of a stringer, especially with heavier poundage bows because the “step through” method will develop limb twist if constantly used, not to mention twisting of the limbs at the initial stringing which can become a real hazard if unnoticed and the bow is shot without the loop seated properly in the tip grooves. On smaller poundage bows though, I have to admit, I’ve been bad about using a “pull-push” method in lieu of a stringer, which doesn’t twist the limbs. You would prop the botttom limb of the bow (belly down)against your instep, place one hand in the grip area, the other on the top limb at the string loop, then pull the riser towards you as you push the upper limb tip groundwards, sliding the string loop up the limb and into the tip grooves with your fingers. It’s rough on the back till you get used to it though!! Hope that helps.

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in reply to: New guy here #32285

Shooter, welcome! I am a Pearson nut, and I know that there is a site online for finding out information on Pearson bows, although it does take some searching yourself as far as going through year by year, but it’s the original info from the original catalogs! Here it is~ http://www.archeryarchives.com/Pearsonb.html

shooter63 wrote: I am new to traditional archery and looking for my first bow. I have found a Ben Pearson Signature 2 piece takedown. Its marked BP-146 58″ 45#@28. The guy said that it has the orignal carrying case with it. I have searched and cannot find this particular model bow. Does anybody have any info?

Thanks for reading
Shooter63

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in reply to: You Favorite Broadhead and why ? #18821

I use the Ribtek’s for their rib cracking efficiency, a guy I met a few years back (Steve H.) introduced me to them, but when I’m out to REALLY make sure, I’ve got my old Deadheads to do the job!! I also have a couple of Pearson Switchblades, as well….I figure they were made to be used, right?

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in reply to: VANES or FEATHERS ?? #18817

Tj Craig wrote: ‘MEN”
I have been considering using vanes but never have, I know my Idol Paul Schafer did probably for good reasons. I was wondering can you use a helical tiwst with vanes ??
Tj

Tj, I have one bow that I am able to use vanes with although I don’t much unless the weather’s really horrible and I just HAVE to get out in it (ie; lil’ missus wants to “talk” Lol!), but you would most assuredly have to use an elevated rest to get good, consistent arrow flight, and the rest I’ve had the most luck with is the NAP Flipper rest, just a lil’ stick on dealy the doesn’t raise the arrow off your hand much, and gives me great clearance in that it folds out of the way as the vanes brush it, so you’re conact points on the window are limited, hope that helps!

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in reply to: arrows? #18806

Hey, here’s what I’ve been doing, I shoot two different bows mostly, a 47# Pearson Flame Hunter T.D., and a 56# Pearson Hunter one piece, and I have found that XX75’s cut to 30″ with 3 4″ offset feathers and 125 gr. tips shoot well out of both bows, and they can be readily picked up at Wally world here during hunting season for about $4.50 ea., you’d just have to strip the vanes off and replace with feathers, and possibly cut them down an inch. Works for me, anyway…

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