Hello again

I originally asked about the Crusader lb, but have now switched (until I save up some money for another) to getting one of the recurves. I thought I had settled on the Raven, but then started looking at the TD Hunter II and the Firebird. Unfortunately, I cannot shoot these before buying them so I am relying on any users who might have experience owning and/or shooting these models. I am drawn to the size of the Raven, but if hte Hunter and Firebird are hat much "better", I might go that route and sacrifice a few inches.

Any and all info about the Raven, Hunter II and Firebird will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Brian

I've never shot the Raven, but I've owned two Hunter II's. Good on speed, extremely forgiving and smooth. All in all an exceptionally stable design.

JRW

I have not shot the Raven but I do have a 56" takedown hunter that is the best bow I have ever owned bar none.The 56" is smooth stable and fast.I have a firebird on the way (should get here today)Then I can compare the two.You cant go wrong with a checkmate for the money
Troy

SHOOT STRAIGHT

Personally, I prefer the Hunter II (62" for me--near 32" draw on recurves) over the Firebird, but if you have a fairly long draw (up to 30" or so) and need a short bow for hunting in tight spots, the Firebird would be the one I reccomend, as it will handle a longer draw. If you draw 28" or so, the 58" Hunter II is the one I would go with.

I think the Hunter II is a bit more stable if you plan to compete (both from it being heavier {take-down} and by design), but if you need to go as short as possible for hunting, the Raven will work fine.

Hopefully I haven't completely confused you here!

Chad

Long Bows Rule!

I would go with the Hunter 2, a 58" hunter 2 will be a more versital bow in the long run because you can get different sets of limbs for it down the road. I had a raven and it was a really nice bow but the packability of the t/d combined with the versitility of different wieght and lenght limbs swayed me in that direction. Good luck.

I hate to confuse you more, but I own two CM's. One is a 62" Hunter ll,55lb @ 28",(three piece take-down) the other a 60" Falcon, 64lb @ 28", (one piece). I love 'em both, but I can buy two of the Falcons for the price of the Hunter ll, and the Hunter is a great bargain. That said, I think any Chek-Mate is a great buy, & you will probably love whichever CM you buy. Happy shopping!

Darrel

Hey Chad...which one do you prefer again? <img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>

JRW

Sorry folks--my needle got stuck!

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Chad

Long Bows Rule!

Chad, my apologies. That was a little &quot;tacky&quot; of me. <img src=icon_smile_dissapprove.gif border=0 align=middle>

JRW

Edited by - jrw on 12/10/2002 19:46:01

Chad,

I think that was Jason's needle that got stuck! You was the stuckee!! <img src=icon_smile_wink.gif border=0 align=middle><img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle><img src=icon_smile_big.gif border=0 align=middle>

Bill

Praise the Lord, He is worthy