Javaman Elkheart Longbow: Full Setup and Range Day

[@raginroadrunner]

Of all the guys making barebow videos this is one of the best. Good form.

[@seayak]

Nice to see a well presented video on tuning that considers the physics of the system you are dealing with. It is clear that you have a deep understanding of the factors that contribute to arrow flight and performance. Thanks for a sophisticated and educational presentation. And that bow is gorgeous!

[@bowhuntingsoul2149]

Thank you. I love shooting it.

[@xfactoroutdoors165]

Those string puffs can absolutely change the spine. I had monster sized ones on my bear bow and once they puffed out and I trimmed them down the spine went from being so stiff it smacked the riser to being perfect. Funny how little things can make such a big difference.

[@bobdrawbaugh4207]

Nice shooting. I appreciate the fact you keep it real.

[@clifftaylor4712]

Great video. I appreciate the honesty in the content and the shooting practices. I agree with your philosophy in respect to shooting distances and arrow weight.You are shooting really well. Amazingly quite bow. I too like to drop down on the knee sometimes on 3d shoots, but i usually do better when I drop to both knees. It gives you a much more solid base. Because our knee is rounded by nature we get a little roll without even realizing it and therefore throws us off a bit.

[@vol_outdoorsman1132]

That’s a beautiful bow and enjoyed the video!

[@Targetteer1]

Excellent vid and what a fantastic range. I'd love to belong to a club like that!

[@bowhuntingsoul2149]

It’s an outdoor range that is about 10 minutes from my house. Part of a park system and only costs $35/year for a permit

[@tomh7708]

Great video!

[@peterjuulsgaard]

Awesome bow! Great tuned!

[@Wingman115]

Nice rig and setup.

[@whilomforge3402]

I’ve owed 5 Javaman bows… now, I’m not a wealthy man, by any means, but Gregg’s bows are just so incredible that I had no choice but to keep buying them… 😅. Most of my arrows end up in that 13-14 gpp weight as well. I have to have a 30.5” draw length, so I can still get a good bit of speed (not that it matters to me).

[@arturoflores1075]

I’ve got zero complaints about my Javaman DX5 Longbow limbs set on a Satori riser that shoot 668 gr arrows at 168 FPS@ 50#.

[@raginroadrunner]

Zwickey Black Diamond.

[@hanslefebvre4860]

Great Video! I noticed you also own the Toelke Pika, and I was curious to have your opinion on which bow you prefer for hunting and 3D (Pika or Elkheart) and why?

[@bowhuntingsoul2149]

Actually I sold the Pika. I didn’t have it for very long. Amazing bow but it just didn’t feel special to me. Just personal preference.

[@hanslefebvre4860]

@@bowhuntingsoul2149 That is good to know, and I am like you, I prefer a bow with character that feels special. Thanks for the input.

[@jetpilot555]

I know I can tune my bow (adjust brace height) to quiet it down without puffs with 600 grain arrow. Can you achieve that with your Javaman?

[@bowhuntingsoul2149]

Yes, very close. I’m at 580 grains (43/27”) . The puffs help with what little string oscillation is left.

[@subterrafirmastudios6901]

Way to rip off Ron Laclair with that bow.. before ya comment back,.. do your homework with a reply.. I’m sure it shoots nice, it’s effectively a Laclair super shrew..

[@bowhuntingsoul2149]

Um... who do you think built those Shrews for Ron? Thanks for your incredibly helpful insight and positive comments. Please remember to like, share and subscribe!

[@alexyatsyuk70]

Wrong, javaman copied sinusoidal limbs from davide viccini. Leclair does not built this limbs type