Samick Sage Review - Merlin's Archery Adventures

[@tomdaigon8707]

I really appreciate your truthful review of the bow. When Merlin became your sponsor I was curious to see if that would influence how you did your reviews. I am glad you continue to be down to earth and honest about your experience with the bows. Nice job!

[@CODomingo]

I'm glad you did a review of this. This is my go-to bow whenever I go into the woods. I know there's a noise and hand shock, but I know a way to fix that. I replace the cheap dacron string with fastflight, I added string silencer, and Stiktamer Bow Silencer. It really fix that issues.

[@Diggs5012]

Jeff K and Grizzly Jim brought me over to this channel. Great work here! Thank you for supporting the archery world. I'm learning thanks to your videos and tips.

[@nihallee]

Can't wait for your Ragim Impala review. Keep up the good videos Jim!

[@thomasnikolaou8331]

Ragim Impala is value for money. I won three out of four competitions in instictive division I have participated. The first one I ended up second. I still shoot it and I still c*m!!!

[@atroncosoleiva]

Hi Jim! I love both the old and the new channel, you have really helped me out in improving my technique. I recently joined an archery school and still have doubts on what bow to buy. Hope the next video clears that out for me. Please focus not as much on the experienced archer point of view, but on the benefit that a person that is starting on archery can take of the bow. Thanks so much!

[@sstteevvwee]

We need that Ragim impala review / comparison NOW !!! =) . really love your channel here on youtube and great reviews .

[@francois138]

Fantastic review (all of them are, really). Thanks to your honesty on the fact that this bow stacks beyond 28 inches, I have decided to buy the Samick Journey, as my draw length is around 29. So please keep being honest for your reviews, it really helps. :)

[@bluebow68]

francois138..Hi,I draw more than 28 inches too..I tried to find the Samick Journey,but couldn't..Do you know if it is still available?..Or not?..Thanks.

[@michaelcolloton6971]

I bought mine about 7 months ago and I'm really pleased with it. I ordered it with 50# limbs, which was a mistake. If you're just starting out, don't go any heavier than 35#. You'll be able to shoot more arrows without tiring, so you can concentrate on learning to shoot, rather than just drawing the bow. The B50 string is a bit noisy, and does stretch, so I quickly replaced it with a Fast Flight. I also put cat whiskers and brush buttons on it. Total cost: less than $20. Hand shock and noise just went away. As to appearance, it's not the best-finished bow in the world, but it's perfectly adequate and looks at least as good as any of the Ragims and a lot better than, say, the Martin Jaguar, which I think is ugly as sin.

[@helphelpimbeingrepressed9347]

Hi curious to know how she held up with the fastflight, does the sage have micarta tips?

[@vladimirlopez7840]

Rob Smith it will work fine with fast flight strings.

[@averagejackarchery]

No Easton Trad Carbons??? What is the world coming to?! :P Thanks for the honest review. Always been tempted by the Sage, but your review of the Bear Montana just has me wanting to spend the extra cash and get a more mid-level bow.

[@russellrattys6581]

I have just received a samick sage, of course from merlin archery, and i can safely say I'm impressed ☺️ Im a first time archer, i have shot countless gun forms before, mainly air rifles So, the reason i chose to buy a bow is, i like shooting, but buying pellets continuously gets expensive, and of course, you can pull arrows out of targets and use them until they break, then fix them and use them even more Yes, i slapped my arm on about the first 4 shots, but after that i perfected my bow hold, and i found i wasnt drawing the bow far back enough, as a first timer its intimidating to draw the bow to full draw, but you have to overcome that, because you realise the correlation between not drawing far enough, and slapping your arm 😂 The bow is fantastic, the string is fantastic, i cant fault them at all I was originally going to buy the 54" hunter kit, but for some reason couldnt order it online, i don't know whether that was a glitch on your website or my computer having a moment But i ended up researching more, and ordering the sage, and most of the items in the kit from your website ☺️ I think actually i did better ordering the parts individually, because then i got the things i really wanted, and not the items that would have ended up in a drawer ☺️ I will definitely use merlin archery again, in fact i have, because i forgot to order bow silencers 😂

[@jamesthomas1244]

I have a Samick Journey, which is a Sage with 1" longer limbs (making it a 64' rather than a 62'). With a 30" draw there seems to be no stacking at all. It's likely they made the Jouney because of stacking problems with the Sage. Basically same price by the way.....and you can also buy the longer Journey limbs for the Sage as both bows have the same riser.

[@leelizardwilcox6271]

These are great bows for the money. I'm shooting a Samick Journey myself since I'm drawing over 29". The 64" length helps alot. great review maybe do one on the journey as well.

[@DamnTrue]

You mentioned the range of available weights but didn't state what weight limbs you were shooting that particular day. Just curious.

[@Peeenos]

5 years too late? lol.. but it looks like it says 62 - 45" on the limb at the start of the video so 45"

[@frankkoenig1411]

Hi Jim, I wondering when feedback from the bow becomes "hand shock"? In you review for the W&W RCX Black you said it's missing something because there is no feedback. So i guess there is a middle ground between feedback and hand shock? Also a question regarding the grip. You always said you like a low grip like on the Hoyt Buffalo but the grip an the cottonmouth looks rather like a medium grip. What changed?

[@grammoore3348]

Thank you for the review! I know you have many different bows to do reviews on but I think it would be interesting if you compared this Samick with two other Samick bows that are a bit higher priced. It would be a good demonstration of the benefits, if there are any, or spending $50-$100 more on a bow. Such bows would be the Samick Sage vs. Samick Red Stag II vs Samick Deer Master. It's just a thought, thank you again for the review, I can't wait for the next video!

[@bobrice7313]

I put a Samick Polaris riser on my Sage. Much prefer the grip on the Polaris. The bow is near perfect with a custom string.

[@nothyperbole4984]

I will be getting a samick to go along with my bug out bag whenever I'm on the road. Always be prepared.

[@thorstenkummel290]

would like to see a comparison between a black widow Pma takedown and a Bob lee. Two classics

[@lucastrever]

Hey! :D I´m definitely thinking about buying a Samick right now ^^ I looked at many different models online, and I think I made out a decent deal for a Samick, it is called Samick Leopard II. There is only one catch: This one great offer that I found only goes with 40 lbs limbs, while I´d like to start off with 30 lbs and work my way up. I could additionally buy another pair of limbs branded for this particular model, but they are quite expensive. So I was wondering if the Leopard 2 Riser was compatible with any of the other limbs from Samick, or any other manufacturer. I could neither figure out which fitting system it uses, nor do I know which limbs do use which kind of fittings... So I was hoping you could enlighten me a little bit? At the end, I am just hoping to get some cheap 30 lbs limbs to fit on the Leopard 2 riser, until I am ready for the 40 lbs limbs included in the deal. Would be really nice if someone could help me out here :)

[@botcheek482]

If both parts are ILF then yes it fits because its a international fitting system for all bows

[@DarxusC]

@@botcheek482 the Sage is not ILF. And the Leopard 2 has a different limb system than the Sage.

[@IAmNotABot9]

I can't find the video where you compared it to the Ragim Impala. You didn't make it? I would love to get feedback if the Ragim Impala is also reasonably good for the price, as they are much more available here in Italy than the Samick.

[@cactus24flower]

Speaking of entry level bows, please do a review on PSE’s recurves... (the Razorback seems to be the most commonly used)

[@ponycentaur1456]

i like the vas of words with each shot. =) Id suggest some 'durability test' or something of the sort

[@jaredtiller884]

Hello Jim! My name is Jared Tiller and I am a newly budding archer, I have been enjoying archery for a couple weeks now and with the holiday season coming around, I decided to treat myself to my own bow! I was wondering what you thought of the Martin Saber takedown as a first bow? or Martin in general? I have been loving your bow reviews and I saw no martin reviews on either your original channel or the Merlin channel. So I'm just curious what your thought were in getting that bow at 35# just to begin my walk as an archer? I recently took up archery as I was born with cerebral palsy and that has prohibited me from most sports, I have always loved the idea of archery and I decided to jump right in, in my experience you have been my favorite online personality and I very much value your opinion. Also greetings from Illinois! Thank you so much, Jared A. Tiller

[@MindlessO_o]

Music was a bit loud and obnoxious. As an example, you were talking about the sound of the bow being too noisy, but we can’t hear the bow properly because of the music. Over all, a good video though :)

[@pfalky2k]

it's a good bow. I have one. have you tried the Bearpaw Blackfoot long/flatbow & Mandarin Duck Blackhunter recurve or longbow? i'm a 27-28" draw. it is definitely stiff at the full draw, but not insurmountably. i'd not like to have to aim for too long ;)

[@miguelangelroquerivas8345]

buen video....espero viajar a eu para ir de compras ...buen arco el samick sage..saludos desde Peru..

[@eightofnine9]

Is the string touching your face when you anchor? Do you have a video on learning to shoot a bow for beginners?

[@hannahf6341]

Which would you say would be better for my second recurve bow: the Ragim Black Bear or the Samick Sage? :) I see that the Samick Sage is cheaper but the Black Bear is such a beautiful bow! Thanks :)

[@benjaminsamuel7297]

Why not Martin Jaguar or Martin Saber

[@hannahf6341]

I live in the UK and I don't think they sell those here, although I couldn't afford it anyway haha. I'm more of a traditional recurve fan; I love wooden bows. If you have any recommendations in the sub £150 price range, I'd be happy to take a look at them! :) Thanks btw

[@upursanctum]

I'm looking to get into archery but I'm more interested in the more historical bows. What was the bow you had in the intro?

[@Gronnth]

Still waiting for the Sage-Impala showdown....

[@RamboBaggings]

Great review. Cheer man.

[@dewaynewebb3467]

What poundage limbs are on it? And what grain arrows are those? Thanks for sharing

[@kiwisdad1]

Great review. I would have liked to have seen it through the crony though. I agree a 100% with your assessment. I'm a little guy and I pull 27.5 and still stack. I think I've heard you use the term 'aggressive' with other bows. I think the slight stacking adds to the aggressive feel. Not smooth at all. But all that said..., it's the best $130 I've ever spent! Add a D97, some Velcro on the limbs and some silencers and a guy (or girl) is gonna have a nice little bow to grow with. Thanks Jim. Take care!

[@MerlinArchery]

I'll be running it through the Crony wen I do the comparison video with the impala :)

[@noblegreen2692]

hey Jim do you ever try long distance target shooting, like up to 60 meters and beyond, or is instinctive archery just to hard at longer distance

[@fred7705]

I own one and its noisy and it rattles too. I was recommanded to get rid of the brass nock and put a thread nock instead

[@Mikkemeister]

What happened to the Ragim Impala review?

[@MusiMafia8]

Great review Jim. I was wondering if you ship to the US. Also what would you recommend to add to the bow. Thanks again for the review. Cheers!

[@CODomingo]

John L They do ship in the US, but Samick Sage is very common. Just buy it locally instead of paying extra for the shipping.

[@MusiMafia8]

Got it. Thanks for the help. Cheers!

[@tomdaigon8707]

John L Heres where I bought mine when I first started archery. Great service ! www.lancasterarchery.com/samick-sage-takedown-recurve-bow.html

[@MerlinArchery]

Yes we do buddy :)

[@luiszunzunegui7463]

Hi Jim, maybe put the Samick Journey against the Ragim Impala? I own one and its a 64" bow with exactly the same riser so less stacking and almost the same price. Cheers!

[@bowsandblades4786]

I was looking to see if the Journey would be mentioned. I, too, have the Journey. I Love it. Personally I don't think it stacks for my 30.5" draw, which is why I got it. I find it a bit noisy sometimes but I really need to tune it. The Journey could easily be called a 64" Sage or Sage XL but Samick doesn't even list it on their site.

[@EfferusZangetsu]

For slightly more money Samick Leopard II is a good choice, I have shot my friends.. Bit of a hand shock, but not bad on stacking, and I have a 30 inch draw. I have

[@kevinemard5370]

How come there was speeds taken from a chronograph no one ever puts any arrows through

[@CarnisChampion]

Still waiting to see how samick sage stacks up to ragim impala! :)

[@Per-o2l]

Good shooting👍

[@kevinsprouse8046]

I have been a subscriber and fan of your channel long time , do you know if the sage is rated for a fast flight string ?

[@Buzzmanfly01]

Wasting for Ragim. Love the videos and production.

[@Onesize17]

My wingspan is 6' 5" with a 64" chest, what beginner's bow might have a chance at working?

[@thomvannuland6965]

can you do a review of the fred bear grizzly?

[@MerlinArchery]

It's on the list and coming soon! :)

[@thomvannuland6965]

jim because of you im diong traditional archery now a very big thankyou!

[@MerlinArchery]

Fantastic!!!! Please let me know how you get on :)

[@thomvannuland6965]

I think you mean whether I like it and yes I love it

[@MerlinArchery]

Yep Thom van Nuland Its on the list and coming soon! :)

[@ForemanMade]

I have the 50# version and I love it

[@johnclark1925]

An honest review cool 😎🏆

[@fishingkayakssa7956]

What weight arrows are you using here?

[@csadventures7387]

i have that bow but it was called the vista sage when i bought it

[@specialcheese1894]

+Axe Outdoors They are slightly different models I believe.

[@dinnerwithfranklin]

Great review, thank you.

[@kevinemard5370]

how fast will a 55# bow shoot a 600 grain arrow?

[@ACDCRD]

What is a better bow the Samick Sage or the Hoyt Darado? Also, which is faster?

[@MerlinArchery]

It wouldn't really be fair to compare the two... Kind of two different ballgames ;)

[@williamvancamp2920]

The dorado is $600. The sage is $100. Take a guess.

[@dylanfee1635]

what do you think the best is for under 200 also I have a 32 inch draw does draw length matter on a recurve ? thanks have a great day

[@dylanfee1635]

200$ American

[@mudkip_btw]

Yeah, you need to get a bow on the big side. You should buy a lower poundage bow to compensate your draw length, as you will draw more than the xx# at 28" says. Best visit a shop, buying online is a bit risky. Going to a shop is always my advice, but do some research yourself and don't get tricked into buying a wrong bow for you that's supposed to be a lot better (and more expensive, of course). I can't recommend a specific bow but get one that's suitable for your big size, definitely something you'll have to consider when looking for a bow.

[@leelizardwilcox6271]

+Dylan Fee with a Longer Draw Length a Longer Bow length will be better. check out the Samick Journey it's a 64" length. It's basically the same Bow as the Sage but with 64"limbs instead of 62" limbs

[@benjaminmiller6291]

i have a 29 inch draw and snapped the top limb twice

[@robertn.4866]

make bucktrail antelope review plz. !!

[@ellenreed7982]

Robert Neukart I 2nd that request for sure!

[@MerlinArchery]

I'll see what I can do :)

[@mpmartire]

whats the draw weight? Length, grain and spine of arrow?

[@MrBlackchook]

Does it shoot fast enough? Would be good for game

[@garyc2164]

OMG... Guys was just about to pull the trigger and buy my a samick sage 45 lb and a TArget and got as far as checkout then your website died! :-((. Still trying at 2am but saying error on your site!!

[@CressBM]

Make a video with Fleetwood Summit 62" One Piece Recurve. Please, please, please.

[@grammoore3348]

Outlander Dryadson I have that bow, they sell it at Cabela's.

[@grammoore3348]

Outlander Dryadson oh wait sorry i already told you all about it on the other video!

[@VictoriaStobbie]

What is the exact arrow were you shooting, anyone?

[@seanhaley7795]

What was the draw weight on the sage you were shooting?

[@MerlinArchery]

45# i think... it should say in the video?

[@jasonmatthews3575]

Sean Haley , oiokkkkkiiiikkkikikikiikikiiiikiiiiikkiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii

[@milo101lookup3]

The draw length on that bow is 28", your not supposed to pull it back any further.

[@corymchenry787]

"Quite an accurate little shooter"" And you didnt even have a nock point XD

[@rickyhall7169]

Martin savannah review???

[@cevenpentecost1450]

I put a wisker biscuit on mine. works well

[@maartenterhorst7935]

Nice review, but you shouldn't put such loud music under Jim talking. Very annoying, and doesn't add a thing. I would have stopped watching if I wouldn' t have been that much interested in this bow. Apart from that: love your videos, keep up the good work.

[@zentist00]

It seems you haven't gotten around to reviewing the Impala? Because, this bow seems to be the best and fastest option right now to get my own one - and upgrade from what I can shoot at the local club (which seems to be a rebranded Ragim Wildcat of some sort) -oooor, does anyone have an opinion about the Black Bear?- Oh, nevermind kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGSXhGturb-mjLc

[@YannsKitchenUK]

I love my samick sage

[@hi-qu1xk]

5:53 bromance montage

[@jdtexas5281]

stop with the background music, we want to hear you.

[@wadeolder7193]

What language is he speaking?

[@benjamindahler3710]

Hi dream lang plas for the bow

[@iineo]

What was the poundage of the bow you were shooting

[@iineo]

Samick sage vs ragim black bear

[@salamenderman3460]

Thank you

[@snowisthekey]

nice review and video but the music is too loud, it goes over your voice.

[@juainott5281]

Make PSE legacy please!

[@nachogroucho]

These are noisy bows bit good shooters. They can easily be quirted down tho

[@gaugebrowne167]

draw weight?

[@benjaminsamuel7297]

25-55

[@DoseOfReality308]

+Benjamin Samuel 25-60 (i have the 60lb one)

[@ironpirate8]

Cheap aint good, good aint cheap.

[@billbarry2984]

You don't have the proper specks. It actually has limbs up to 60 #

[@Mr71paul71]

Background music !!!! Nucking futs

[@g.willikers7712]

If you need to know Chinese to read the warranty, you might want to pass on it.

[@thevelointhevale1132]

This Bow will shoot as well as the Archer behind it ... FACT!

[@garethh6962]

If you're willing to sell these bows you should be willing to sell spare sets of limbs for the Sage....

[@kevinsprouse8046]

thank you mildot

[@TheDayne]

I don't like the Sage... it just looks so generic and ordinary, nothing special at all. There are many nicer, better and cooler looking beginners bows out there than the Sage.

[@juainott5281]

Agree

[@laurentdemaisonneuve4990]

Which are...?

[@TheDayne]

Laurent de Maisonneuve Depending on availability and the country you live in, but here in Europe: the Bodnik Bows/Bearpaw Beginner Recurves like the "Hard Hunter Deluxe" if you're looking for a Take-Down, or the Navajo if you're looking for a one piece. Also the Ragim Wild Cat or Ragim Brown/Black Bear. All definitely better and more beautiful than the Sage while costing about the same or only slightly more.

[@laurentdemaisonneuve4990]

TheDayne Wow thanks for the insight! Will definitly check them out. I prefer the traditional one-piece design, but I wonder if I'm better to start with a take-down to gradually increase thé weight since I'm a complete beginner. I'd start with a 25-30 and upgrade to a 45-50 after a few months (hunting requires 40 here).

[@TheDayne]

It also depends on your frame. If you're quite normal sized, like me (1,80m height, about 80kg weight) you could also start with 35#. I myself started with a 35# longbow, sold it after about a year and upgraded to a 40#. Also my draw lenght increased over time, because i got stronger and my technique and form got better, so my 40# bow is now 45# for me. I started with a 27" drawlengt and am now at 29,5"