His spirit, vision, and craftsmanship have stood the test of time. The brave is the perfect introductory bow for young children following the example of mom and dad. Since then, bear archery has made many advancements while continuing to focus on quality. The h15 hybrid cam system makes for easy drawing with a range of 25. They are not designed for use with this compound bow and may cause serious injury. We introduce this years line of bows featuring impeccable customization for the price paid. The early grayling bows of 194748 were static recurves called the deerslayer, bush bow and hunter, plus three longbows called the field, rover and ranger. Rare 1978 dealer bear archery catalog special edition bow hunting fred bear. This recurve bow doesnt offer the letoff assist of compound bows, meaning the drawback required more effort, but ultimately results in a more powerful shot. Nov 12, 2016 bear archery moment proves undeniably speedy and accurate. Get the best deals on bear archery vintage compound bows when you shop the largest online selection at. In 1938 bear hired nels grumley, a woodworker and bowyer, and the company expanded to offer handmade bows. Bear archery salute ready to hunt compound bow includes trophy ridge sight, whisker biscuit, peep sight, and.
Featured items newest items bestselling alphabetical. The bear archery escape compound bow is here to help thanks to its speeds of up to 350 feet per second and rubber riser inserts to absorb sound from vibrations. Even with the heaviest arrow shafts, the bear moment had no problems breaking 300 fps, and with the lighter shafts this impressive bow reached speeds of 360 fps, 20 fps higher than the advertised ata speed of 340 fps. For bear, its about being in the field at first light, listening to the shifting silence, and fighting to keep a steady hand and heart. Diamond edge 320 770 lb right hand mossy oak breakup country compound bow package. Over the course of the next several weeks, you can expect a slew of additional new bow launches from other brands, but today belongs to bear. The next book was fred bears field notes, first published in 1976.
History of fred bear and his archery company and bows. Topoint ship from usa archery trigon compound bow package,cnc milling bow riser,usa gordon composites limb,bcy string,1930 draw length,1970lbs draw weight,ibo 320fps 4. May 16, 2015 this is just a video about my old compound. Shop the most dependable and adjustable compound bows on the market. The warrior is ideal for the upandcoming bowhunter and comes loaded with all the accessories your young archer requires. Their finesse, beauty, and overall high performance are a testament to the bear brand. Jan 04, 2018 the new compound bows from bear archery being on the precipice of a new year, many hunters are reliving the past seasons successes and missed opportunities. A chronological history 19492015 represents a singular compilation of the chronological history of bear archery traditional bow production through the bear archery companys full timeline. Make offer fred bear archery 1987 warranty service ctr manual compound recurve bow arrow.
If you are unsure about your arrow choice, contact your local bear archery dealer or an arrow manufacturer. The basic information i use to identify the bows of bear archery co. Visit the bear archery website to date newer model bows. Bear archery royale youth compound bow with 550 lbs draw weight adjustment and 1227 in draw length adjustment no press needed. Our 2020 legend series features ultracompetitive compound bows that up the ante on performance and deliver legendary results. Abbey archery presents the 2020 bear compound camo bow range. In a sequel to his book bear archery traditional bows, a chronological history 19492015, jorge l. Then, a large standing bear with glass powered bow written under it was placed on bows from 1953 to 1955. A takedown bow designed for older, more experienced children recommended ages 12 and up, the bear archery bullseye x recurve bow is a natural next step for your budding archer. A small running bear decal was placed on bows from 1948 to around 1953. Fred bear is responsible for many of the innovations modern bowhunters enjoy to this day. Bear archery was not one of the first compound bow manufacturers, but eventually found success with early models like the whitetail hunter. Bear archery fisix ffl crossbow package, real tree extra. Smooth, novibration draws and quality craftsmanship help you make the most of every shot.
Shooting my old bear whitetail 2 compound bow youtube. For more than 80 years, bear archery has been americas no. Golden eagle hunter turbo 1989 bear archery 1984 super brown bear, brown bear and pronghorn hunter. Bear archery is a manufacturer and marketer of bows and archery equipment located in. Fred bear sold the company to victor comptometer in 1968, but remained the president of bear archery. So when i saw the new book bear archery traditional bows.
Bear archery royale compound bow pefect for kids youtube. It has been engineered for accuracy, long life, and built with quality and pride. First, if your bow is all wood, meaning that there is no laminations of any kind, then your bow had to be made before the mass production beginning in 1949. We know how much you are going to enjoy your new bow. The royale is an incredibly lightweight bow that is the perfect introductory. The only exception is they have an equally important thought on their mind. This factor denotes the distance a compound bow draws before the string stops. Beginning archery 101 what you need to know with renowned coach john. You can find more than 100 bear products in the lancaster archery supply, inc. Coppen has put together a thorough reference book for merchandise produced during the grayling and early gainesville era of bear archery. The bear warrior iii is developed by americas number 1 brand, bear archery, with 80 years of experience in youth bows and institutional archery. The compound bow dominates the world of archery and archery hunting. Specializing in target, hunting, 3d and traditional archery.
Your new bear archery compound bow is the finest available. Servicing hunters, recurve, compound and olympic style archers. Covering a span from 1949 1999, youll find a wide range of bear archery. Im 510 also, i looked on bear s website, but didnt see anything about replacement parts, in case i need. Early on each and every bow which nels made was either stamped or signed with his name, along with the words bear products by grumley or bear archery by grumley. It comes fully equipped and ready to hunt, making it a great deal on a highly rated compound bow brand. This is perfect as a starter compound bow and will not break the bank, yet is reliable and durable. Your bear bow will be your best friend that you can take anywhere and wont let you down when you need it the most. Vintage fred bear archery sight for take down b handle straight pins. To the bear archery traditional bow enthusiast and to the archery community at large, this book bear archery traditional bows.
Bear also makes accessory packages for compound bows, and rests and rugs for recurves. We have images of all of bear s 2020 bow range, including very large images go to the page containing your bow and click the view full image link. Bear warrior iii youth bow set camo rh abbey archery. Covering a span from 1949 1999, youll find a wide range of bear archery items. Our 2020 lineup features ultracompetitive bows that up the ante on performance and cant be found anywhere else. Fred bear started bear archery during the great depression to share his longtime passion of archery and hunting with others. Sep 27, 2012 hard to believe its that time of year already, but bear archery became the first major player in the archery industry to unveil its 20 lineup late wednesday afternoon. Fred bear books books by and about the legendary bowman fred bear fred. From the bows that bear designs, to the way they shoot in your hand you are in complete control. Jun 11, 2016 the compound bow dominates the world of archery and archery hunting.
I was told that the draw length is 28, which fits me well. Fred bear sold the advertising side of the bear products company in 1940 to focus on archery. Hunter green recommended for children 4 to 7 years old. No other bow delivers a higher performance to value ratio than a bear. Bows 19801989 click photos to zoom archery history. Good luck and good bow hunting during the good old days. It features a draw length range of 27 to 32 with a peak draw weight of 4560, 5570 pounds. Bear warrior iii youth compound archery bow package is a great starter set to introduce youngsters to archery and helps your young archer hone his archery skills.
In this video, i give you several options to choose from and some things to. Make offer bear compound bow white tail hunter 39 string length. Our 2020 lineup features ultracompetitive bows that up the. To learn about the history of that old bear bow out in the garage check out jorge coppens new book bear archery traditional bow. On this episode of bowhunterplanet we look at the royale from bear archery.
You need a combination of quickness and efficiency to get the job done on the hunt. To learn about the history of that old bear bow out in the garage check out jorge coppens new book bear archery. The new compound bows from bear archery raised hunting. Traditional bows for bear archery carroll county times. I often get asked by beginners of archery what is the best compound bow for beginners. Pandarus compound bow archery for youth and beginner, right handed,1928 draw length,1529 lbs draw weight, 260 fps, package with archery hunting equipment 3. We want to take a broad look at three of their models and discuss the best bear compound bow revi. Since it is a single cam, its really easy to adjust. Shop bear archery compound bows, traditional bows, crossbows, and accessories. Bear archery royale youth compound bow with 550 lbs draw weight adjustment and 1227 in draw length adjustment no press needed 5. Reviewing the bear brave youth archery compound bow that we purchased from walmart for our eight year olds birthday. Tenpoint titan m1 with scope and rope sled 180lbs truetimber viper western crossbow. The grayling plant focused on making and marketing recurve bows and longbows.
A chronological history 19492015 represents a singular compilation of the chronological history of bear archery traditional bow production through the bear archery companys full. Canada archery online bows, arrows, archery equipment and. Bear archery scout youth bow only hunter green recommended for children 4 to 7 years old. Bows made in the last few years will have the model name on them. A bear for everyone shop compound, traditional, and crossbows. Located in indiana, the company makes a full line of compound and recurve bows and longbows, primarily with the bowhunter in mind. Hunting big game with bow and arrow in british columbia, alaska, africa, india. Like many other collectors i cherish vintage bear archery items especially recurve bows.
Checking out the bear archery salute, jeremy renners archery bow pick for hunting. Consider these points when selecting your bear archery compound bow. The br33 is crazy fast for a bow with 7 inch brace height. For over 80 years, bear has made dependable and affordable hunting bows for the likeminded.
Im wondering if there is any info you can give me about this bow, since i know very little, and have no previous archery experience. Sep 01, 2016 bear compound bows have come a long way from the traditional roots of archery. The initial focus was on silkscreening and advertising support work for automotive companies. When you have an older bear bow it is not always simple to age it. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
Hey guys, im new to archery, and i saw an old compound now for 20 bucks at a garage sale, and since ive always been interested in archery but never had the. Bear archery compound bows feature incredible adjustability and customizability for the price paid. Find great deals on ebay for vintage bear archery quivers. At bear archery, we strive to create bows that continue to improve the shooting experience across the archery industry. Product bear archery fisix ffl crossbow package, real tree extra. Martin pack rat takedown compound 1987 martin onza 1980s1990s shown above is a special edition gold plated model. Stringing the bow, anchoring, proper grip, aiming and releasing. Al has studied bear archery for many, many years and is considered by everyone as the king of information regarding bear archery collecting.