ESEE of compound bows?

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Basically I am looking for a no frills, simple efficient compound bow. Something on the shorter side but not so short that I have to use a release aid, I'm a three fingers kinda guy.

I was really set on a longbow, but I want something that I can take apart(hopefully into 3 pieces) throw in a pack and not have to worry about it, and I would worry about a nice longbow or recurve made from natural materials.

Just dont want to spend $500+ on a bow when I can but any number of descent firearms for that :grumpy:

Appreciate any recommendations.
 
check out PSE and Martin takedown recurve bows -- you can get 35-50# draw models under $150 if you have any google-fu at all. Both are decent bows, especially for the non-competition archer. :)
 
You know they make takedown lognbows right?

I'm a traditional kinda guy when it comes to bows...I was into compound bows for a while, but they are overly complicated and you literally aim down "sights" and pull the trigger.

Personally I'd go with a nice used takedown longbow/recurve from one of the common bow forums:

Tradgang.com
Archerytalk.com

EDIT:

You could also buy an old bear grizzly recurve (I love mine...) and if you'd like to do a project get one of these.

http://www.3riversarchery.com/Product.asp?c=49&s=82&p=0&i=4461X

A buddy of mine shoots a bear montana longbow and did this to his bow for trips. Works awesome he says.
 
I don't think u can break em down like that. I am a novice at it so I may be wrong. I don't think they are. They are set up a certain way and are very sensitive to any change. It would be like tearing down a gun with scope to basic parts. Then putting back together. It might Go back but it won't shoot the same. They make back pack/ bow cases for field carry. Get a bow with single cam not as much adjustments needed. I have an ancient pse nova 1 cam. It is about 10yrs old and I am sure things have come a loooong way. Mathews makes nice bows but $$$

Advice given for compound- recurve listen to the above posters.
 
I started looking at some of these when I started my bow project. I like the PSE Wildcat for the price.
 
First off, I'm no expert but I don't think you can easily break down a compound bow in the field.

Secondly, for survival uses, a longbow will be alot more versitle because of the extreme forces inherent in the mechanics of the compound bow. You don't want to shoot homemade arrows out of one.

I would go for a takedown longbow.
 
yup - and a 30# draw is great for small game, plus it won't tear up your shoulder from practicing.
 
I was kinda leaning towards a takedown longbow anyways, Im just worried about breaking one. I also prefer to shoot trad bows, but compounds seem more secure, kinda over thought the lack of takedown with all the cams and what not though.

appreciate the insight gents!

I can shoot 40-45 longbows comfortably(rock climber, strong natural puller) Want something that could be used small game up to say deer?
 
Tin.Man said:
I was kinda leaning towards a takedown longbow anyways, Im just worried about breaking one. I also prefer to shoot trad bows, but compounds seem more secure, kinda over thought the lack of takedown with all the cams and what not though.

appreciate the insight gents!

I can shoot 40-45 longbows comfortably(rock climber, strong natural puller) Want something that could be used small game up to say deer?
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I actually think longbows are more durable than compounds, but that's just me...

Wood layered with fiberglass is strong stuff. Plus if a bow is folded in two, what can go wrong with it in your backpack? Everything is pretty solid. Compound bows are very touchy. If you nicked a string, and had to replace it in the back country, you are s*** out of luck without a bow press.

I would recommend 50#+ for deer.

But it might be a pain to practice "alot" at first. But in my opinion 50# is a good all around hunting poundage.
 
you cannot break down a compound bow wihout a bow press, in the field or otherwise (safely)

shortest way to go would be a short three piece traditional bow (can get in either recurve or longbow config.

Plenty of short bows out there, but will have a harder time with fingerpinch and also usually stacking (rapid increase in draweight as the bow is pulled). pesky physics.

Check out the "Shrew" longbow and for the shortest recurve, I still think the KT44Mag is the smallest. not been made for a while, but I'm sure you can find one. I also like some of the short recurves Blackwidow used to make (longbow style grip).
 
Accuracy and distance are 2 of the biggest factors in choosing weight pull. In a survival situation it wouldn't matter. However you owe it to the animal no matter game or pest for a quick kill. I love hunting I'm not saying don't kill animals, but don't wound one only to die days later. I am sure with practice 30lbs at 20yds should be dine with a well placed shot, but by my experience it doesn't always go the way you plan. That's why my bow was at 55lbs.
 
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