c903, why not give up the rant. We all know. If it's post WWII, you have no use for it.
nub, I don't think he shoots a bow. It might blow up and injure him. [:@][&:]
It is possible the shop damaged the limb. How conscientious is someone that missed the crack? I'd say it's easier to crack the limb installing the axle, than drilling it.