tucsonbowhunter. Yall can blame me for the future purchases. Noones perfect and as far as Im concerned, to treat anyone like they were, unfairly puts them on a pedestal they dont belong on. Just out in the yard shooting my bow to check my form and arrow flight. The combination of Yew/Boo really performs, and looks good doing it. Where longer distance shots are the norm. The Wesley is my go to. They eat there fill right where the make the kill. Which one are you talking about? i think they were straight. Right or wrong, thats the way they did it back then. A couple of very small scratches but otherwise in very good condition. "Classic". [3] Hill, though, was not only one of the most decorated archers in the modern era of target shooting, hunting, and flight archery competitions, he was also a celebrated writer and producer. (1), A&H Archery The bow was quite a looker and . Dont really care for Byron Ferguson. "Lemuel" is verified as Hill's first name in the, free enrollment required for archives access. What a treat that would have been. Three piece longbow. B.S. Call for questions: 1-877-843-5559 . A few small scratches but in good condition otherwise. We wou USED - Right handed. At LRU, we are dedicated to sharing the power of traditional archery with all "wrong-handed" southpaws. miller longbow. SteveMcD wrote: Van, George. IN VENDITA! Not like today with hunters wearing their own HD kill cams on top of their hats or mounted over their stands. I have the Big 5 and Tembo and like them both really well, and cannot tell any difference in performance. That model was introduced by Peter O. Stecher to match the needs of straight bow archers. (1), Palmer Comparing Fred Bear videos to Howard Hills is like apples and oranges. (1), Sky 1-Piece longbow. We would never knowingly se Used. For one, camera equipment back then was huge and cumbersome. (1), Green Mountain Longbows In case you havent heard he has been dead for quite a while so I suppose it hasnt been lately. He was an actor and showman as well as archerbefore 1940. [6] Later, when Howard attended high school in nearby Columbiana, he proved to be an exceptional athlete in a variety of other sports, including baseball, basketball, football, and golf. this is highly subjective stuff and there is no right answer. I figured I needed a Hill style quiver to go with the bow so I made one with some leather that has been in a closet for a few years awaiting a project. (1), Joddy Longbows Frank. Howard Hill. I've built all of mine and recently sold a lot of bows leaving me without the Asl. 3-Piece longbow. (4), Brush Country Bows Yeesh. (1), Bighorn I remember when there was only the American Sportsman.. and that was a good show. I had a Big 5 for a good long while, somehow it got away from me. That is how I picked up my Northern Mist. (1), Wapiti If you sandwich bamboo between two laminations of yew, you no longer have a Tembo. Home Forums Campfire Forum Howard Hill Tembo Very Disappointing. (1), Wing In 1952, when Hill returned to Auburn to promote "Tembo," his documentary about bow hunting, . I'll see about finding a good picture of it. Thanks. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and sho Used. My question is, do they use tappered or straight lams or a combination of the two? Howard Hill Redman - 64@28 - 66" - RC66184 Howard Hill. Always regretted not bringing my Alaskan for him to sign. We USED - Left handed. 2 Howard Hill quivers $95 each. The sleeve comes in the two sizes only and the bottom portion slips up into the top for weather protection. (1), Double BB I'll probably regret selling this one. More pics available. The grip is narrow and deep like Howard's unless otherwise requested. 1-Piece longbow. He also produced and directed documentaries and instructional films on bowhunting, and in the 1950s published two books on the subject, Hunting the Hard Way and Wild Adventure. One piece longbow. Frank.. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and tha USED - Right handed. There are very few people who would do those things nowadays since we have the luxury of history to review, and a completely different mindset. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is sa Used. Three tempered bamboo laminations, black glass backing, white glass facing and a Zebrano riser. A couple of small scratches or scuffs but otherwise in very good condition. USED - Right handed. Sidis Holdings Ltd. ("Sidis") is an online advertising broker providing targeted digital media geared to the European . Scratches and dings. . (1), Great Plains Howard Hill "Tembo" Longbow, 68", 60 lb. I was aware he was a bowyer at Howard Hill Archery from 1968 to 1974 before starting out his own business making the American Longbow. I have a lemon wood backed with rawhide, the best shooting bow I've ever shot. I took a chance and bought it for a great price and have been very happy. Free returns. I recently acquired a Howard Hill Big Five Longbow 66in 55lb @28". Partially finished bows may be ordered with a traditional straight handle in any of our longbow models. Next up is to build a set of wood arrows. Signed by Earl and Ann Hoyt. (1), Righteous Shot Right Handed. Not only is Howard the only man to be inducted into the hall of fame strictly for his ability with a bow and arrow, but he is also the only man to win 196 archery field tournaments in succession. FYI..I dont know if you read Fred Bears field notes but he took quite a few unethical shots himself. Id say microchip technology has made us forget how it used to be. Comes with 2 extra strings. I have watched the movie, Tembo and likewise was not impressed, but did enjoy whatever positive attributes it presented. So I dont doubt that Howard could make an honest kill, his camera crew just could not capture it with the equipment they had to work with. I have 2 Wesley Specials, 2 Cheetahs, and 1 Big Five. (1), Strunk (2), Longbow The Outhouse Channel I coined from Dave Peterson. ThanksVan. Check out Big Jims used bows on his web site. He established the record for winning the most bow-and-arrow field tournaments in succession, a total of 196 competitions. I am sure that because of him many hunters took up archery. A few very small scratches but otherwise in very good condition. No weight markings but scaled at 73#. Finally, his gravestone in Alabama is simply inscribed "Hill". (71), Selfbow (or all wood/no fiberglass) (1), Boss Bows You can assume this bo USED - Right handed. 1. Free shipping for many products! . 08/09/2019 Comments Off on When Bowhunter Howard Hill Took an Elephant Archery, . I really like this style bow and I have several. In the . Come join me. Ethics is a good thing. Draw weight is 55 26", bow is in great shape only a couple minor handling marks. and a man eater crocodile. :D They all come off the same forms and the difference between models is undetectable by me. different times. a 65# bow should shoot at least 180 fps and may exceed that minimum considering variables in bow length, draw length, and arrow weight). [16] He produced several short documentaries that highlighted other difficult trick shots. I doubt very many here ever shot a field round or an animal round. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Dont speak ill of the dead. All I can say about Byron Ferguson is that if he has been able to make a living off of archery then more power to him. During his career, he produced 23 films about archery for Warner Bros. By they were the early pioneers that brought bowhunting to the fore front. Its beautiful red color puts it in a class of its own. I like a Hill style ASL and I actually shoot that style the best. But if you read some of the early accounts of Freds hunting experiences his own long range, questinable draw and pray shots would be frowned upon today as well. In all, he produced 23 short subject films for Warner Brothers. (27), 60# and higher Very good condition. Howard Hill Archery Tembo. Lynx - 43 lb.. live weight, taken in Canada by Howard Hill of California. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. We promise not to spam you! I was very disappointed in this movie and it really went against my view of Howard Hill. Red Elm with bamboo lamination combination. You must log in or register to reply here. I guess well never know if Fred liked Howard since we cant talk to Fred or Howard. New, never shot. i like the style of the Big 5 but the bamboo sticks out i find, This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our. Nevertheless, Hill's accuracy was otherwise so precise that he routinely hit extremely small targets in both live and filmed demonstrations. An elderly gentleman that my wife befriended on a flight to Kansas last year recently gifted me a HH Tembo and a custom John Schultz longbow. 70-100 yard shots at goats and deer, 60 yard shots at squirrels, bagging 50 squirrels/rabbits in one weekend, etc. Spirit - 41@28 - 62" - 3505. What is it called? (1), Wild Wood Archery (1), Archery Traditions Would you go backset, straight or string follow and why ? I have had the privilege of meeting Fred Bear in person. W NEW - Right handed. Trad Bowhunter; Posts: 872; Favorite Howard Hill Archery bow model on: August 09, 2016, 09:36:00 AM . The New Year Honours 1965 were appointments in many of the Commonwealth realms of Queen Elizabeth II to various orders and honours to reward and highlight good works by citizens of those countries. Located at the base of the Rockies, we still are (and will hopefully always be) a family store. "Redman" It seems that the shot at the first buck was perfect. Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a2a97d62d3a829f Click to reveal And Howard Hill came up much in the discussion of course. I mostly use Douglas Fir shafts and make my own arrows. (2), Wildcat I have taken quiet a few deer with his bows. I'm leaning towards a Redman and need some input from y'all before I pull the trigger. Next question: back set, straight or string follow ? On February 27, 1950, Howard Hill gained the distinction of being the first white man ever to kill an elephant with the bow and arrow. I thank them all. [12][13] Soon, his growing involvement working in Hollywood films as an archery expert, stuntman, and adviser prompted the Hills to move to Los Angeles, California, where by 1940 they owned a home at 12007 Saticoy Street and Howard identified his full-time occupation then as a performer or "Artist" in motion pictures. Yep. USED - Right handed. Right Handed. A rouge elephant! You cant judge an era unless you lived in that era, under the influence of what life was like back then..the very beginning of modern archery and bowhunting pretty much. Never saw Howard in person . (47), Left Hand show contact info. different times. At Miller Longbow I specialize in All Bamboo Hill style Longbows. we buy sell trade hill style bows (american semi-longbows) in any brand or manor. Found it. Tembo Original Lobby Card Howard Hill Bow and Arrow Hunting Snake at River 1952. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the Used. It is the most aesthetically pleasing to me. Shooting a charging she lion! . And the Hitler comment was just stupid; a far cry from one to the other and any reference there was ignorant and not called for. BUT I have also seen some old Fred Bear Films, and Art Young films and although I know they were not as ethical as we are today; those films didnt feel as fake to me. Anywaysit featured an outfitter that was owned by a longbow hunter and they showed footage of him getting a nice buck from his stand. Fantastic!! Right Handed. This miniature longbow can be ordered at either a 46" length, with any poundage up to 25# and any draw length up to a 20" draw; or a 56" length, with any poundage up to 40# and any draw length up to 26". This 3-lam bamboo bow was designed after Howard Hill's world famous "Gran-Ma" that downed three of Africa's Rogues. Maybe some of you old timers could explain! The Rocky Mountain Juniper wood of the Cheetah boasts the most diverse character of any of the woods. Tembo: The Legendary Howard Hill / Points on Arrows Traditional Archery DVD is in very good condition. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Win1885, very nice bow. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and USED - Left handed. [14] The next year he exhibited his expertise with the bow in Follow the Arrow, a short film that includes a skeet-shooting contest between Hill and a marksman armed with a shotgun. So Chris, is there anyone else on this planet that you dont like. Asking $500, plus shipping. [10], Earlier, in 1937 for Spectrum Pictures, Hill had performed in the Western The Singing Buckaroo, portraying the character Maneeto, a Native American friend of the film's star, Fred Scott. It was a different time but you cant understand that with your modern fetchin-up. He would also perform difficult shots standing on one leg or while lying on the ground and holding the bow with his feet. Skip to content. You can assume this bow has straight li NEW - Right handed. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and sh USED - Left handed. It is an honor to continue in the tradition of Howard's craftsmanship, begun over 40 years ago, and to pass on to you our patented bows designed by the master himself. You can assume this bow has straight lim USED - Right handed. [3] That same year, he won his 196th field archery competition in a row. A few small scratches. W USED - Left handed. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Howard Hill: Price: $500.00: Category: LONGBOW: Condition: GOOD HAND: RH Contact Seller: woodsman: Detailed Description and Photos: Howard Hill "Tembo" longbow 70amo 58#@28" Bow is in good condition. We would never knowingly sel Used. "Trophy Long Bow". I think thea Hill bow is the only one bow I'll ever buy. The sleeve is then covered with a laced wrap. I was quite young but remember it well. (1), Grey Wolf I don't think you could go wrong with whatever model you choose. "ML-10". I've owned a couple of Wesley Specials. Some scratches and dings but in pretty good condition. Hehe, you can stop dreaming now. One piece longbow. (1), Mohawk Comes with extra string and grease. If you were a child of the fifties, you would have a different perspective. I know this is an old topic, but im interested in making my own Hill style longbow, and am interested in making a 45@28 inches, could you guys help me out figuring the lam thickness, also what i could use to make it instead of the bamboo? Have an old Tembo from when Jon Schulz was the bowyer. You ll love the "Redman" I have that now and it resonates with me every time I look at it. No one can argue that times are different, but I still will never understand why bow hunters of yesteryear thought it was a good idea to launch some arrows at 60 plus yards??? This bow was my primary hunting bow and has handling marks from usage on the leather grip and arrow shelf but is otherwise in great condition. [21] He and his game partner then attempt to win the show's grand-prize of $1,500; but they lose, failing to answer correctly a question relating to the Battle of Hastings. Talk to Craig and you can get a Tembo with any wood you want. 68" Howard Hill "Wesley Special". Right Handed. You can assume this bow has straigh USED - LEFT HANDED - Gordon Rule - 51@28 - 66" - 2-20-95 - very minor scratches otherwise very good condition, USED - LEFT HANDED - Sky Trophy - 50@28 - 69" - #960 - by Earl Hoyt Jr, some scratches/dents/dings. Then I topped it all off with a new target. Shelton: Straight Limb With A Touch Of String Follow. This is why they were straight limbed, and it was a mistake.. Howard Hill shot all bamboo. From the Scirroco, Howard bowfished for marlin and began experimenting with diving and underwater archery. Comes with bow sock. (1), Sky Archery The only old Hill videos that I particularly like are the ones where he doesn't have to fake a hunt, the ones with the simple trick exhibitions. I had a Big 5 that was a very nice shooting bow, so did I sold it a while back, I remember back when they had a promotion where if you shot a quarter tossed in the air from a set distance along with signed statements from 2 witnesses they would mount it on an arrow head, I managed to do it only took me 37 shots. (1), Tim Meigs Lions do not bring their food home to eat. Chris was merely using a very common way of making his point. You can assum USED - Right handed. I have never read any of Fred Bears books are they any good and which ones? [8], Following his graduation from high school, Hill enrolled at age 19 at Auburn Polytechnic Institute (now Auburn University), where he continued to play baseball, football, and basketball. A couple of small scratches but in very good condition. [21] Ironically, considering Hill's profession, archers played a pivotal role in that battle, which occurred in England in 1066. I feel that same way about the Big Five, but it is a bit lighter than I generally prefer. (1), Dakota Bows You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the b Used. $24.99. Getting a real kill shot was nearly impossible. (1), Black Canyon Director: Tembo. Thought the 64" would be a handy length but it was too short for me. (1), Fox Three piece longbow. "Dont take life so seriousit aint nohow permanent.". police and the deaf munity the atlantic. (1), Don Dow Howard Hill had to make a living out of archery; the various shorts on the web are the one he picked up from his African hunting expedition in 1950 which he financed borrowing 50,000$. Ill join the club. Wouldnt mind another. Congrats man! Start Free Trial or Sign In to see what it's worth. George D. Stout wrote: I will never understand how we can judge folks we didnt know. Hello! Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. Howard Hill Tembo Longbow. It averaged 146 fps with the slowest at 131 fps and the fastest 157 fps, suprised the heck out of me. Here is what I believe to be one of the best - if not the best - American Style Longbows you can put your hands on. Howard Hill (born November 13, 1899 in Wilsonville; died February 4, 1975 in Birmingham) was a professional archer, stunt performer and actor, best known for performing the trick shots in the 1938 film The Adventures of Robin Hood.. Hill played football, basketball and baseball at the Alabama Polytechnic Institute in Auburn between 1920 and 1923, but excelled at competitive archery. Only if you take everything literally George, which would be the definition of ignorant. Very go USED - Left handed. Times were different, people were different, and we didnt have a nation of know-it-alls with I-Pods, computers, and newborn ethics that we apply to times already passed. Thanks for all the input guys. He was previously married to Elizabeth Hodges. These straight-end longbows give you speed, stability and cast. Very good condition. (46), 2-Piece Is anyone here using a Hill Style Bow? A real beauty. What I saw in the movie was staged hunts and staged sets. Right Handed. [19] In 2006, cast members of the Australian-American television series MythBusters were unable to replicate the end-to-end splitting of an arrow, so they concluded that Hill probably used a shaft made of bamboo, not wood, for the famous shot. In Africa this name means Rogue Elephant. Good condition. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the b USED - Left handed. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and sho Used. Javelina - 66 lb.. live weight, taken in Arizona by Howard Hill of CA in late 1940's. Mountain Sheep - Had 11/2 curl of horns. "Buffalo". Comes with original box, bow sleeves, stringer, string wax, and owners manual. Ooops.. Basically pick the one that aesthetically appeals to you. (8), 50-54# . Van, George. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. [11] There he found employment as a machinist with a division of Hughes Tool Company, and he also played semi-pro baseball on the side. . time) Oh, and when was the last time you saw Howard Hill? I have been reading quite a few posts on the hand shock with these bows. But I am not sorry for what I said, dont like Hill. how to test a pickup coil. His remarkable achievements have been highly regarded internationally as well as in the United States. He was a director and producer, known for Tembo (1952), The Bandit of Sherwood Forest (1946) and Art of Archery (1951). Les meilleures offres pour Tembo : The Legendary Howard Hill / DVD tir l'arc traditionnel Points on Arrows NEUF sont sur eBay Comparez les prix et les spcificits des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en livraison gratuite! I currently shoot a 64" Martin Bamboo Viper and am looking into a 70" model like a Big 5 or Wesley special. "Alpha Reflex". (1), Doug Duncan (1), Wallace Mountain Very Good Condtion. One piece longbow. Your IP: What version is it? Re: Favorite Howard Hill Archery bow model, http://www.howardhillarchery.com/limited-edition-longbows/black-mamba.html. One piece longbow. My main hunting bow is a Northern Mist Classic, 68 inches, 56# at 28 inches. (1), Allen Archery Sold for. Phone calls only!!!! (1), Big Jim Bruce. (15), 45-49# Please give me your favorite HHA bow model & why. Hill's father crafted a bow and set of arrows for his son out of white oak and river cane, and he started shooting when he . For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Etching on limbs. The "Cheetah" and the "Half Breed" are my favorites. Times were different, people were different, and we didnt have a nation of know-it-alls with I-Pods, computers, and newborn ethics that we apply to times already passed. The only reason I keep it is because on Weds. howard hill 3rivers archery. I ran into a guy that's made laminated recurves. Own a legendary Howard Hill longbow with traditional . We would never kno Used. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and shootable. I review Draw Force and Performance of the Wesley Special. Broadheads are 190 grain Grizzly single bevels or 190 grain Tuffhead single bevels. i would like to know that !! Any of our bow models up to 85# can be made with a large grip pull-apart metal sleeve, and a small grip sleeve can be fitted on bows up to 70#, for an additional $150.00 charge. And the Hitler comment was just stupid; a far cry from one to the other and any reference there was ignorant and not called for. (1), Pronghorn Some of his great trips were filmed or documented, including Howard Hill vs. Sponsored. The only thing was it was a different snake in a completely different place and background even the lighting was wrong and the snake was 4 to 5 feet long, not the suppose big snake that had is brother all coiled up. Howard Hill (born Lemuel Howard Hill and later cited Howard H. Hill;[2] November 13, 1899 February 4, 1975) was an expert bowman who for over two decades, from the early 1930s into the 1950s, was often introduced or billed as "The World's Greatest Archer". There's many photos and lots of info there. pull at 28". I like yew, but the Tembo with yew on the back and belly with a center lam of bamboo is great. If you are a fan of Capstick and Ruark and the tales of the safari days of Africa, this a must see. I've had several HHs, presently have a 68" Big Five that's 57# @ 29". And also Eastmans Hunting / Bowhunting Journal (although I was sad to see they signed up with the Forrest Gump crowd Primos). After reading the book, I was telling Pat that Howard reminded me of Hank Azeras character Patches OHuilihan from the movie Dodgeball. Two piece longbow. The Tembo is a string follow model, but??? "Alpha Hybrid". (2), Massie Archery Thanks guys. Anyone shoot a Howard Hill bow? On September 12, 1918, during World War I, he registered for the United States military, but the war ended just two months later, so he never entered the service. "Redman" You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and shootable. So they did the next best thing and staged a replica scene. $485. My favorite bow is a 66", straight gripped, string follow, Wesley Special. I have a Northern Mist that's almost it's twin, also 68", and a Bama Bow 66" also 57# at 29". [10] Later, after getting married in 1922, Hill and his wife moved to Florida. Three (3) laminations work super and you don't get the decreased performance and feel of the extra layers of glue as you will in the four (4) or five (5) lamination models. Right Handed. Chris Shelton wrote: sorry hill fans, Ive never liked the man:? I have to agree. :wink: George D. Stout wrote: Im with you Van. Laminated bamboo with bubinga riser. While he did kill quite a few animals, he must have wounded plenty. It's then called a Halfbreed. "Hunter". "Stingray". Please advise. The years accumulate on old friendships like tree rings, during which time a kind of unspoken care and loyalty accrue between men. Anyone know of any info on building a bow with a similar design to the Hill bows ? Designed after Howard's bow, "Sweetheart", it is carefully constructed of 4 tempered bamboo laminations for a maximum of smoothness, resilience, and cast which cannot be equaled in ANY wood. Scratches and dings. Refinished with hunter finish. I'm eating instant noodles and bologna sandwich for lunch in the next few months saving to maybe buy something because of this site. Thanks George. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and shootable. Don't let the reverse, or forward set, handle fool. It is a fast, smooth wood. I've made about a dozen backed flatbows and a couple selfbows. I may sart using it as a template for my bows. The Tembo has a bit of kick but the more I shoot it the more I like it. Hill became a regular competitor in field events for the longbow; and by 1930 he identified himself vocationally as a "manufacturer" of archery equipment or "tackle" in Opa-locka, located just north of Miami. (1), Foley Remember, it is easy to overbow yourself with too heavy a draw weight bow. 1-Piece longbow. During Hill's life, his full name varied in official records. [1][4][9] He completed two years of study at Auburn, paying his tuition and living costs at school with money he earned giving archery lessons during summer vacations. Howard's ability with a bow and arrow along with his record of achievements go unmatched 25 years after his death in 1975. [7] On his draft card, he signed his name "Howard H. Hill", indicating that he had altered his full name, adding a middle "H" and dropping his first name Lemuel, as it is documented in the federal census of 1910. I have read HtHW and like the info in the book and I shoot the same way as said in the book but I have the DVD of Tembo and dont think I would watch it again. Good grief. Howard Hill TEMBO Archery Movie Advertising Poster 1952. I can't tell any real difference in performance other than that caused simply by the increased poundage in my Wesley. Thanks for your time. The man is a savant with lots of nerve! One caution- do not overbow ! There was so much other stuff that was all for the movie and very little if any true hunting. The arrow went right where you were aiming. All he said was he didnt care for them. Stick to his shooting prowess, and do buy into the different time point of view, and you will not be disappointed. Coupled with two inner lams of bamboo, this is one of the most aesthetically beautiful bows, as well as an exceptional performer. They are feather light in the hand and have excellent maneuverability. Also.I met Byron Ferguson, and he is a gentlemans gentleman. It is an honor to continue in the tradition of Howard's craftsmanship, begun over 40 years ago, and to pass on to you our patented bows designed by the master himself. But to the wheel & techno-easy at any cost crowd they dont see it our way either. It is not my fastest bow, nor is it the one I shoot best, but it is definitely the one I shoot the most, enjoy the most, and most want to master. You can assume this bow has straight USED - Left handed. Own a legendary Howard Hill longbow with traditional Howard Hill accessories. That is all I was saying. Right Handed. I wouldnt mind having that Rocky Mountain bighorn. [17][18] The marksmanship and daring that Hill exhibits in just those two films exemplify why many archers consider him to be among the greatest hunters of all time.[12].

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