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I’m looking into getting a recurve bow to shoot at the house. I don’t know anything about brands or setups so I thought I would get some advice from you all. Any information helps. Thanks, Jody
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It would help if you could give us more information about yourself - it's very difficult to make recommendations without knowing more, such as:
Are you completely new to archery or have you shot a bow before? If not new to archery, what have you shot previously (compound only, coming back to a recurve years later, what draw weight, etc.)? Do you have a budget?
Samick is a Korean company that comes to mind for entry level bows at attractive prices. Martin and Bear are American companies that have been around for many years offering a variety of mass produced bows. Then there are numerous small production / custom bowyers offering so much variety I couldn't begin to recommend one over another.
The Martin Hunter recurve is an old standby that would be a good choice in a one-piece bow - I've owned quite a few over the years and still have one today. Probably the single biggest mistake new shooters make is to buy a bow too heavy for them to shoot well. You mentioned shooting at the house and didn't say anything about hunting. With that, a 50 lb or heavier bow is more than you need and something in the 35 - 45 lb range would suit you better.
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JGray, I’m completely new to archery. I don’t know anything about it at all. I’d like to keep it under $750 or so. Let me know what other info would help. Thanks, JL
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I’ll look at those bows! Thank!
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Call the folks at RMS Gear (877) 843-5559. They carry new and used traditional bows and have hundreds in stock. Tell them what you're looking for and they'll get you outfitted properly. I've bought several bows from them and have been totally satisfied.
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Those are some nice sticks for sale! But if you're just getting your feet wet to see if you're really intersted and don't want to drop $500 there are a few good suggestion. The Samick Sage Elite would be a good choice to consider. You could call the folks at Lancaster Archery and they 'll talk you through it.
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I’ll look at those bows! Thank! Hard to beat that 45 pound super kodiak for a first recurve. That was my first bow also. The price asked is very fair.
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I’ll look at those bows! Thank! Hard to beat that 45 pound super kodiak for a first recurve. That was my first bow also. The price asked is very fair. I've been considering that one myself - I've always liked the styling of the Super K but have never had the opportunity to shoot one.
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Had a VVG Kodiak Special, factory camo, 47# Worst Bear I ever shot (proly why like new). Noise and vibe were horrible, and nothing fixed it. Went to order a Samick Discovery riser in black last night, sold out That w short carbon woods 45# would be a decent little 58" rig.
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Samick has two factories, one in Korea, one in China. Your chances of something not screwed up were (are?) much better w the Korean stuff.
Would not get any laminated riser from Samick. They did em for Tradtech and had issues. I've personally seen some cracks where wood butted up against phenolic.
Discovery riser is Korean and machined aluminum (reportedly). Avoids the potential glue problem LOL
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Must say the newer Super Kodiak w the black phenolic is a good lookin rig. I'd definitely shoot one before buying (should on ANY bow).
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When my Dad and I first started bowhunting in '79, he bought a Bear Grizzly and I bought a Howatt Hunter. He shot the Grizzly one year and traded it towards a Howatt Hunter - hated it.
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I like the grip of the Grizzly way more than the 2800. But after 4 classic Grizzlys......they are slow and loud.....rhe latter due to limb resonance, not string.
Some dampeners solves that ( but looks like crap ).
Did have a rosewood Superdiablo that was OK. Still not the grip i prefer.
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If the grip was a little higher wrist, I would have really liked my Hoyt Dorado.
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Ive been shooting a BW of some sort since 87. Standard grip. Had three built and have had five metal riser ones picked up used. Like the HS way more than the HF
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I doubt that you want to start with 45#. The Samick Sage can be had with 30# limbs to start and then heavier poundage limbs can be found. Lighter poundage will help you learn and practice basics.
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If possible, I'd look at attending a traditional archery shoot near you. There are usually vendors who carry used bows, and might let you try a few out on the practice bales.
750 bucks should get you a great used bow. Whichever you choose, make sure it's light in draw weight and smooth drawing. Some of the short bows become very stacky at full draw, and if combined with a draw weight that's uncomfortable to you, it can set you up to develop bad shooting form. Being new to traditional archery, developing good form is key.
I'd also advise you to avoid cheap bows. If you buy a quality bow, you shouldn't have much trouble selling it if you want to step up to a higher weight, or buying a new set of limbs if it's a takedown and the riser suits you. JMO.
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I should have some used old school recurves for sale in four days. I will report back!
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You need to go to an archery shop and shoot as many as different bows as possible.
You will know a smooth shooter when you shoot it.
It would also be a good idea to have your own shooting glove when testing. Many different types and styles.
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