My new TDR Bow ( Take Down Recurve)

[NorthernRaider]

(30 July 2013, 00:16)Skean Dhude Wrote: Sounds very interesting. I'd like a TDR for recce.

Its got some potential for recce but is still limited because of its length (60 inchs) compared with compounds ( 39 inches or less) but its certainly more portable in its take down form than a one piece bow.

Its certainly suitable for hunting (US) now or after TSHTF (UK) and its definately good for static defence, I suppose it could be used for recce duty at a push but we would need to find a way of cammoing the limbs cos they are white. I'm sure I have seen limb protector sox someplace and I guess they could be used to subdue the colours.

But having a very capable and powerful bow permenantly attached to ones BOB / GHB is just something not to be ignored. The longest bit is only 26" long and with practice the bow can be assembled and strung in about 3 minutes, not ideal but better than nothing of course.

Compounds still have the massive advantage on convenience and compactness but lose out on the field maintenance issues which means my banshees will still be the home and vehicle tool of choice.

But the TDR type bows from £55 to £150 and in very useful power ranges up 45 lb just cannot be ignored they are ideal for hunting after TSHTF.