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There are major differences between hunting-oriented recurves and target-shooting recurves, so if you let us know which one you're interested in that would help us give you a better recommendation.
If it's for hunting, then I'd second solive's suggestion. PSE's Coyote is a good bow, although they can be a little tricky to set up and tune properly due to some odd geometry and brace height. I'd also take a hard look at Hoyt's Gamemaster bows, although you may have to look at a used one in order to stay in your price range.
Speaking of price range - keep in mind that a bow is really just the starting point. Arrows, strings, a shooting glove, an arm guard, all that jazz can get expensive and needs to be factored into your decision when it comes to price.
If it's for hunting, then I'd second solive's suggestion. PSE's Coyote is a good bow, although they can be a little tricky to set up and tune properly due to some odd geometry and brace height. I'd also take a hard look at Hoyt's Gamemaster bows, although you may have to look at a used one in order to stay in your price range.
Speaking of price range - keep in mind that a bow is really just the starting point. Arrows, strings, a shooting glove, an arm guard, all that jazz can get expensive and needs to be factored into your decision when it comes to price.
This will be for hunting. I want a reliable method/back up just in case ammo becomes scarce. I am a bit concerned of the possibility of Martial Law/or similar scenarios, as I highly question our corrupt government.
I am shifting into a self sufficient/survival mode. I am keeping things simple and sticking to the basics of food, water, shelter.
Kola
I am shifting into a self sufficient/survival mode. I am keeping things simple and sticking to the basics of food, water, shelter.
Kola
kola; Since you mention self-sufficient survival mode;
you might want to take a look at Wilderness Way magazine.
They'll take you through making your own bow staves from available material and a bunch of other survival-related topics.
You can get a generous sample of their content at their web site/blog at
http://www.wwmag.net
Might be interesting and helpful to you.
ElZorro
you might want to take a look at Wilderness Way magazine.
They'll take you through making your own bow staves from available material and a bunch of other survival-related topics.
You can get a generous sample of their content at their web site/blog at
http://www.wwmag.net
Might be interesting and helpful to you.
ElZorro
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Ah, OK. So you're looking for something more along the lines of SHTF equipment?
Then I wouldn't recommend a bow at all - especially not a recurve. Becoming proficient and consistent with a recurve takes a lot of practice. To make matters worse, you have to keep practicing in order to stay sharp. If you put a recurve away for 6 months and then pick it back up, it's almost like starting all over again. Compounds aren't quite as bad, but there's still a fairly steep learning curve. Neither one are what you'd call "put them away in the SHTF kit and forget them until you need them" weapons.
For your purposes, I'd suggest looking at crossbows. They aren't usually legal for recreational hunting in most states, but in a post-SHTF situation, when you were doing sustenance-hunting, that probably wouldn't be a major issue. Plus they're simple to learn, simple to maintain, and much more effective out-of-the-box than a traditional bow.
Then I wouldn't recommend a bow at all - especially not a recurve. Becoming proficient and consistent with a recurve takes a lot of practice. To make matters worse, you have to keep practicing in order to stay sharp. If you put a recurve away for 6 months and then pick it back up, it's almost like starting all over again. Compounds aren't quite as bad, but there's still a fairly steep learning curve. Neither one are what you'd call "put them away in the SHTF kit and forget them until you need them" weapons.
For your purposes, I'd suggest looking at crossbows. They aren't usually legal for recreational hunting in most states, but in a post-SHTF situation, when you were doing sustenance-hunting, that probably wouldn't be a major issue. Plus they're simple to learn, simple to maintain, and much more effective out-of-the-box than a traditional bow.
good points, Card....I will look into them.
btw, this site rocks..lots of posters and lots of info..
as of late I have relied on my PC to get info, news, movies etc..I have little use for the "controlled and biased" Corporate Media propaganda on TV and in newspapers.
Power to the People!
Kola
btw, this site rocks..lots of posters and lots of info..
as of late I have relied on my PC to get info, news, movies etc..I have little use for the "controlled and biased" Corporate Media propaganda on TV and in newspapers.
Power to the People!
Kola
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thinking outside the box.....
I'd agree with the suggestion that a good crossbow is the best weapon for the occasional archer. Within their range limitations they are much easier to learn how to use than other types of bows. Modern airguns are also a way to beat the ammo shortage problem. They are effective hunting weapons for most small game up to deer sized animals and can even be configured to fire arrows if necessary. Charge the resevoir with a scuba tank or a quality hand pump and you're good to go for a day's hunting. Nothing this versatile comes cheap but the point here is to get you to think outside the box. Ne?
I'd agree with the suggestion that a good crossbow is the best weapon for the occasional archer. Within their range limitations they are much easier to learn how to use than other types of bows. Modern airguns are also a way to beat the ammo shortage problem. They are effective hunting weapons for most small game up to deer sized animals and can even be configured to fire arrows if necessary. Charge the resevoir with a scuba tank or a quality hand pump and you're good to go for a day's hunting. Nothing this versatile comes cheap but the point here is to get you to think outside the box. Ne?
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I second the REBEL.
I'm a big fan of Don Rearic - I believe it was him that said a bow wasn't such a great idea for SHTF, unless you're extremely talented at fabricating parts. His suggestion, and thus mine (I love standing on the shoulders of giants; what a view!) is to also devote some time learning to trap.
I'm a big fan of Don Rearic - I believe it was him that said a bow wasn't such a great idea for SHTF, unless you're extremely talented at fabricating parts. His suggestion, and thus mine (I love standing on the shoulders of giants; what a view!) is to also devote some time learning to trap.
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