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Stephen Georgiou
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Sweet surprise

#1 Post by Stephen Georgiou » Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:04 am

I had the pleasure of shooting a new bow that belongs to a young lass yesterday. This bow was made by Steve Farrell and purchased through Wildwood archery. It was a 38lb @28" longbow that totally caught me by surprise :shock: This little bow was fast, smooth to draw and felt great in the hand. The reason for the surprise was that even with such a light poundage the arrows, which by the way where not matched to the bow on purpose, flew beautifully. So, anyone looking for a bow should not overlook Australian Bowyers.
I am just about to recieve a bow from Norseman Bows "Nick Lintern" aptly names "The Barbarian" which is a reverse handle long bow that was first made by a request from Robert McKenzie. My bow will be number 3 of this type of bow that Nick has made and from all reports will be a real gem. So again, do not overlook the Aussie option as real men making real bows is the way to go. 8)
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Re: Sweet surprise

#2 Post by longbowinfected » Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:17 am

Agree Stephen.

There are a number of awesome bowyers out there.
Getting a custom made version is even better.
My second longbow was one of Steve Farrell's [one of first sales]
His bamboo laminated bows are quick, very light and a joy to use.
Good on Wildwood too for supporting and promoting local bowyers.

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Re: Sweet surprise

#3 Post by Stickbow Hunter » Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:22 am

Good to hear Stephen, there are some great Aussie bow makers around and it is good to see them being supported.

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Re: Sweet surprise

#4 Post by longbow steve » Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:35 am

Hi Stephen, The bow you shot would be one of Stephen Jawerths and I agree they are nice bows.
I look forward to seeing Nick Linterns forward handle bow when you recieve it :) .
Did you meet SteveJ at the Gathering? Natures gentleman. :D
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Re: Sweet surprise

#5 Post by Stephen Georgiou » Mon Jul 20, 2009 12:38 pm

My mistake I think you are right. I always get you guys mixed up. Sorry.
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Re: Sweet surprise

#6 Post by Stephen Georgiou » Mon Jul 20, 2009 12:39 pm

I did meet steve and you are right, a very nice chap.
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Re: Sweet surprise

#7 Post by Mick Smith » Mon Jul 20, 2009 12:56 pm

I can say that I've had the pleasure of shooting longbow steve's, Steve Jarwerth's and Greybeard's bows they were all excellent bows and certainly world class. 8)

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