Shooting a self bow

Brad Smith from New Mexico made me this gorgeous Osage selfbow this past year. Not the greatest shooting by any means but it is what it is. The main thing was to shoot this beautiful bow.

[@ssumner176]

I see you haven't posted anything in a long while. I truly appreciate what you have given us and just wanted to check up on you. I hope all is well.

[@joenelson4193]

He's well. He has an Instagram that he posted on 2 days ago(5/27/21), seems to be enjoying life.

[@caseyroman58]

@@joenelson4193 Excellent! His channel was one of my favorites. I knew he had battled some form of cancer that, fortunately, had gone into remission, but I feared that it may have returned. So glad to know that such a cool man, involved Dad and superb ambassador for the sport is alive and doing well. Still, I sure wish he'd make at least a short cameo appearence on KZbin. Jeff, you are misssed; not that you know much about missing things, namely targets.

[@TradBowEd]

This is good to hear. Often I think, when will Jeff post another video?

[@tompanetti75]

Hello Jeff. Hope you and yours are doing fine. Sure miss the fine videos that you and your family put up. Supreme Archery Videos. Many thanks, for all the work demonstrating, your talents. With traditional archery equipment. And being a great Dad. It's been a real pleasure sir.

[@josephyoung233]

Hey Jeff, Hope all is well and hope to see ya again sir. You/yall have made some amazing videos. God bless!!

[@TheJapagu]

Amen. Hope everything is well

[@wv.trapper4661]

Your the best teacher when it comes to traditional bows. Your video's helped my shooting a bunch. I've been use a recurve now for 6 years. My compound bow hang on the wall. And I take deer every season with traditional gear. God bless buddy.

[@sansdecorum4600]

Not having seen a new video from Jeff Kavanagh in over 2 years and knowing that he had recovered from a battle with cancer, I am left wondering if he is still with us. I sincerely hope he is just too busy with other things and is doing fine. If anyone has any knowledge of Jeff's current status, I'm sure many here would like to know. Thanks and best wished to all.

[@yugen]

Yep. Please talk to us Jeff, we miss you. If Jeff's son or daughter is reading this, please give an update.

[@joenelson4193]

@@yugen He's well. He has an Instagram that he posted on 2 days ago(5/27/21), seems to be enjoying life.

[@yugen]

@@joenelson4193 Yeah I follow him on IG now, just miss his archery presentations!

[@joenelson4193]

@@yugen Yeah, a lot of people were concerned/curious, so I thought I'd share.

[@danielscott8934]

Though you may not be posting videos right now, know that your past videos are still inspiring those of us who watch them. I shot some of my first self thrown aerial discs and swinging bottles last night mostly due to the inspiration I have gotten from your videos. I really think this is helping me to truly learn to shoot instinctively. Not enough time to consciously think about it. Thanks for all the help that you have given those of us who have followed you over the years.

[@mknight6556]

I remember watching a video where you described the Push Pull method. Pushing the grip away as you pull the string back trying to keep the entire string in line with the arrow. And then picking that tiny spot and staying focused! I appreciate the fact that you don't bombard the tubes with archery videos as the ones that need to be seen are already made. Sometimes less is more.

[@Wyldmatt]

Hope everything is good miss your vids!

[@jessehubbard2094]

Thank you Jeff for introducing me to trad archery.I’ve come a long ways and owe it all to your instruction and videos your an inspiration.thank you

[@robertezz2958]

Jeff thank you for helping me develop my archery skills. I. Know you haven’t posted for a while but I am still learning from your advice. Thanks again

[@spinbusterzbowling1523]

Also appreciate what you have given us and hope everything is ok. Your tips have helped my shot and have helped me to shoot some monster bucks. Hope all is well. Thank you

[@williamstewart8449]

I've gone full circle in the archery world myself. I'm now making my own selfbows from hickory off my property in the Ozark hills of Missouri. Nothing more gratifying than taking a deer with a bow you made yourself from a tree off your own land. I have osage staves drying for my next selfbow. I'd love to see more shooting videos of your beautiful selfbow.

[@AppleBear033]

Your expertise is an inspiration to us all. Please keep uploading videos Mr. Kavanagh!

[@outdoorsman9384]

I don't know if anyone is out there , but is Jeff OK, I miss his show, he was one talented traditional archer, God bless

[@glennc1961]

Missing your posts buddy, come back soon.

[@Shaman1879]

Dude...just keep shooting! That's what you taught me. I hope to see you on the NET real soon with new videos!

[@FedericoMalagutti]

Hey Jeff! You inspired me a lot in my trad. archery path. I hope you will post more video in the future. Hope you are fine, all the bests! Federico

[@fatnlazychinc]

For those of you wondering where Jeff Kavanagh is, I don’t have a definite answer, but I see an Instagram account with regularly updates @Jeff.Kavanagh.9 it seems he’s alive and well!

[@Jazzman-bj9fq]

I saw your comment from some time ago below and I understand you're not doing archery vids anymore. I hope all is well with you. I'm gonna enjoy the other vids you've done as I'm a new archer at 51 and I've learned quite a bit from the dozen or so vids I've watched so far. I don't know if anyone has suggested to you before but you should write a book on instinctive archery. You have a huge amount of first hand, practical knowledge that really should be documented. I think you'd do a lot for the sport and you'd help a lot of folks like me. Good luck and be well, Sir!

[@chrischologitas2409]

Hello Jeff. Sadly I only recently found out about your channel, but I have already fallen in love with your videos. Hope when you are reading this you will be fine and healthy. I wish you health and happiness for you and the ones you love.

[@geoffreymak000]

I was wondering about Jeff coz his last video was 3 years ago. Lucky he has an Instagram that he still updates and I’m pleased to see that he is fine.

[@clintsummers9728]

beautiful bow. I have an Osage self bow in my collection as well and it's probably one of my favorites to shoot.

[@drdeath5724]

Just when i thought you couldn't get any cooler, you tell us your are into jiu jitsu. You the man Jeff. Much respect

[@rrr40]

beautiful bow, glad to see a new video, and see for new shooters you taught a lesson everyone misses once in awhile you never know when something will happen and you flinch hope all is well

[@kaido4785]

hey jeff i just wanted to say thank you for all your videos ive learned a lot form you. thank you

[@wolf222555]

hi Jeff, sadly i am now unable to continue archery. i hope that you and your loved ones are ok? been a looooong time since your last vid. A lot can happen.....i know from experience BUT I hope you are ok. you were an inspiration to me. God bless. best wishes

[@seabtahi]

why unable?

[@kellypitre69]

Beautiful bow Jeff . I picked up my first longbow two days ago and its a different world than im used to with my recurves .

[@grumpygrumpgrump136]

Mr. Smith did an excellent job there for you. I think you will very much enjoy shooting off your hand. It is strange at first, but you will become used to it in a short time. I would like to see more videos of you shooting this and maybe other self bows. Be blessed my friend.

[@BigRigOutdoors]

Ok it's been a year since you uploaded a video it's time to make another one. I really enjoy the content 👍👍

[@d.t.f.1774]

this winter I want to see you and your kids doing archery on Ice extravaganza. Trick shots on ice skates get that done.

[@kevinmacleod8479]

Love the bow! And that's a great looking arrow as well!

[@m8llu629]

Love your channel. Great videos. I've learned a ton. Greetings from Easter-Europe.

[@OutdoorAlchemy]

You have crossed to the primitive side! It opens up windows of new opportunities and adventures. The next step is building your own.

[@Fox8ball.]

great to see another video from you jeff i hope all is well. i must thank you as your videos have taught me everything and within a year i can pretty much hit anything i can see kudos Jeff Kavanagh robin hood aint got nothin on you

[@JimAckermanmarketingspeaker]

Jeff, are you still at it? I'd love to have more content from you.

[@umay1571]

Hey Jeff. I just found out that you were cross eye dominant, just like me! you inspired me. thank you so much for making these videos. I hope you come back soon.

[@rogerpilon2588]

Damn kids, lol. Thanks for the video Jeff, nice bow and nice shooting. I sure have learned a lot from you, thanks

[@catholichackstraditionalar305]

Great shooting Jeff, and what an incredible bow!

[@ClintonsK]

New subscriber... & really appreciate the time, effort and instruction on these vids

[@craigallen1168]

that is a beautiful looking bow thank you for sharing

[@davesalisbury7361]

Beautiful looking bow and a self bow. There is something primeval about a bow made from one piece of wood. Also just seems to show off how good a bowyer is for some reason. Any new videos in the pipeline at all

[@yoshitsuneminamoto6632]

Just now watching a Grizzly Jim video and he is mentioning discussions you’ve had and hints you have given him. Reminded me we are missing you and your videos. Hope you and your family are doing well. God speed my friend.

[@brantmoose5551]

Me too, I really miss you videos. Hope you and your family are doing well. God bless

[@edpeters6903]

Thanks for your speedy reply. Good to know all is well. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that your internet service improves. I’ve learned a lot from your vids.

[@KnightetOfCydonia]

What a stunning bow

[@garymize5302]

Great videos im used to a long bow going to hunt with a recurve this year it different from Oklahoma

[@SeadartVSG]

I think my home made arrows are more a hindrance to precision shooting, than my home made self-bows. To me it's more fun to shoot with bows and arrows I've made my self than to use modern equipment.

[@garychynne1377]

GOOD SHOOTIN' JEFF. HAVE FUN GARE

[@delcat8168]

Yup, now that's a real bow :-) You got to try an English longbow too if you get the chance. Cool vid.

[@jeremylong6229]

Hope all is well I noticed you stopped posting shortly after I found your channel which I have learned quite a bit from

[@marksmallman4572]

Dear Jeff, missing you and your insightful videos, I hope you are well and that life is being good to you. Looking forward to something new.

[@bobc6573]

Must be something about living in Ontario, shooting bows , doing jiu jitsu and getting injured. Your elbow and my knee... I know how you feel. That barn door is still hard to hit but keep trying... Great videos as always... would love to see a video when you are hunting.... Cheers

[@tomoyaogawa4485]

Hello Jeff! I’ve watched all your videos and I really enjoyed them! And also your video helped me to improve my instinctive archery. I have question I hope you can answer for me. Is there any advice,tips for making target?? I’d like to make target that you were using in trick shoot video. I have tried to make target but it didn’t fly well when I threw it in the air. Cheers

[@FredrikEinberg]

Hi Jeff, My favourite instinctive archer/teacher on youtube have not posted for a while? I hope things are well and you get back with some vid soon.

[@DD-kp5jp]

Hope all is well!

[@duroarcher6544]

Nice Video. We have the same Hobbies I think... Bows and Jiu Jitsu :-)

[@letsgobrandon8375]

Where did you go!!!!!

[@brantmoose5551]

Where are you Jeff...? I pray all is well with you and yours.

[@leog6088]

hi Jeff. love your vids and you are super helpful person that looks very kind. however, where is your anchor? mine is just below my cheek bone is that ok. thank you and take care

[@yunk9]

Please come back :)

[@nbmahar1]

What a beautiful self bow! What is it backed with? Osage is the best looking bow wood. I love the yellow-orange color.

[@JeffKavanagh]

Brad backed it with sinew from a deer he got. If you look at the photo you can see the arrow hole from where he shot it. He put it there for good luck.

[@chrisosborne3168]

man that is a nice bow. how do you set a knock point on a self bow or any bow without a self. also big fan of your videos.

[@vcash1112]

More videos please !

[@vcash1112]

More videos povafor!

[@leog6088]

hey Jeff. I am a selfbow shooter and just subscribed. I love your videos but I have a question on where your anchor is

[@seabtahi]

Hi Jeff, you should do a review on the new Super Kodiak Black Phenolic

[@JeffKavanagh]

I have never shot or seen one of those and suspect I never will.

[@seabtahi]

Jeff, I really appreciate if you tell me if the bear Super Kodiak is better or Bear Kodiak, you own both of them so I think you know which one is better in terms of overall performance?

[@seabtahi]

Jeff if you see this please reply. Do you prefer the Kodiak or Super Kodiak bow? Thanks!!!

[@rodagoose]

I see below that you're not shooting lately but thought I'd try to tempt you into a comment. I'm considering a 30# Bear Montana as my first try at traditional archery. I have a little past experience with a compound but its been a long time. I have considered buying one of the inexpensive recurves that are out there but honestly just feel like the Montana has a lot more "soul". Either way best wishes to you and yours.

[@JeffKavanagh]

The Montana is a lovely bow. My kids bought themselves a 40# Montana together as one of their first bows and they still shoot it today. I have a video review of shooting it on my channel if you are interested. For myself I just wasn't having much fun with shooting any more and just am really bored with it now so I stopped. No big deal. I'm just doing other things like training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and things like that.

[@rodagoose]

Thanks for the reply. Definitely understandable. It's probably a little silly to think that hobbies/interests are not going to change over time. Glad to hear you're having fun and staying active. I did a little Jiu-Jitsu myself many years ago. Just be careful with those not-quite-so young joints and tendons of yours. At the very least don't feel like you have to beat up on ALL the young guys in the class. And yeah, that Montana looks pretty sweet, I think I might have to get myself one...

[@JeffKavanagh]

I will still hunt with my bows and I will likely get back to it at some point, I have no clue when, but when I do it will just be for myself. Right now it just feels right for me not doing it. Haha at your comments on BJJ! I call it "glass arms" BJJ. Yes I am careful but no, I still try my best to beat up on all the guys 25 years younger than me but with little success. lol It's a ton of fun and I love it. I train with a really great group of guys as well as my son Will, who by the way kicks my butt!

[@orver1]

Jeff Kavanagh Mr. Kavanagh, first off, I am grateful to you for this channel; it's become an important part of my beginner archer experience. I shoot a 35# PSE Recurve now, but I'm about to buy a 45# Bear Montana Longbow. My only real concern is the hand shock. Some people remove the leather grip for aesthetic reasons, but I'm wondering if you've found it to have hand shock, or if you think removing the grip is wise. Thank you for your videos, your commitment to the traditional archery community, and your gentlemanly conduct of the sport. I wish you the best.

[@JeffKavanagh]

Our Montana is 40# and I would say it has a very minimal hand shock not really worth mentioning. The only time I have ever noticed hand shock with it was when I had to have a surgery done on my right shoulder and I could feel the bow through that. You can take the hand grip off and put it back on again. It's all personal preference.

[@ericbaumgartner5742]

Hi Jeff, question about the kodiak magnum 52". Do you think this short bow would handle a 31" draw ? Ive seen your video on the super Kodiak 48" would the 52" be twitchy to shoot ?

[@moonchild2686]

Selfbows are the real thing Jeff ;-)

[@Koivumaa94]

Hi jeff! Do you have any tips on dealing with target panic in traditional archery.

[@edpeters6903]

I miss your posts. I hope all is well.

[@JeffKavanagh]

Yes Ed everything is fine. Thank-you for the kind words and thoughts. I just have really crummy internet here and it is too difficult to try and upload anything so I have stopped trying for now.

[@filipecouto8079]

Come back please

[@knifesharpeningnorway]

im looking at starting archery. what would you recomend for a beginner a recurve or a longbow? and any good brands and models to look for?

[@shanemccarthy3005]

I would go with a longbow. Specifically the Bear Montana.

[@entheogen9137]

knife sharpening norway I second the bear Montana but it doesn't make a big difference longbow is slightly more forgiving than recurve but its not a big difference. I would go to a bow shop and see which feels better in your hands. Recurve has more of a pistol grip.

[@vanman724]

Hurt your elbow doing BJJ Jeff? Didn’t tap fast enough? 😊. Been there.

[@philiplesniewski6782]

How may I contact Brad Smith in New Mexico?

[@davidmcquade5889]

Good stuff Jeff, do you find shooting that more challenging to get the same level of accuracy?

[@JeffKavanagh]

Yes it's a bit of a learning curve. Super fun though.

[@davidmcquade5889]

I had a shot of my friends self-bow today at the range too, didn't hit the boss at 30 yards haha! A bad workman blames his tools though!

[@jamescooper2618]

MAN! You were SOOO close on that one shot! Another few millimeters and you would have "tubed her"!LOL Oh well, hey, Jeff, I think you need to transition from Jiu Jitsu to Yoga. I hear its a lot less painful LOL! New York Yankee

[@nlloyd6845]

I hope you keep up with the vids.

[@RugerNuger]

Where u gone Jeff it's been 2 long :(

[@TheMikeGman]

Hey Jeff come back please

[@goldendreamer2122]

Hey jeff what does a bow like that cost?very interested..

[@laurensadventures1344]

Jeff, are you out of the video making business? I was hoping you could help me with a couple three things

[@jeffsmith50001]

Great Dad.

[@KnightetOfCydonia]

Never been so early in my life!

[@indigoflier]

What is your favorite bow?

[@mohawkdriver4155]

What's happened to the vids?

[@sorenjensen8867]

Where’s Jeff? 🤔

[@4d1warwagon36]

so jeff im just going to subscribe nd camp out for your return, i checked your IG acc. and yup you be there posting so upload vids bro.

[@aaronwag2459]

Hey Jeff have you ever tried bow fishing?

[@americanpatriot661]

Any word on Jeff?

[@williamjarman7466]

Jiu Jitsu huh aren't you a little old for that I guess we all gotta stay Young somehow great video thanks

[@ohayosumodayton1226]

BJJ all day!

[@dylangreen9819]

damn jeff, your getting grey...

[@WilliamR-nt5ek]

Death of a Legend. Well... looks like Bear Archery for 2018... will NOT have the Takedown Kodiak in the line up ! So Sad. What idiots.

[@JeffKavanagh]

I hadn't heard that. There are probably enough of them around that you can get one other places though if you wish. I don't have anything to do with Bear. They aren't the same company they were at one time.

[@WilliamR-nt5ek]

Bear sent me a email... it was a mistake... they left it out of the line up. They are going to change the web site and include it. I just saw the new models... and assumed they were dropping the Takedown. I knew, watching your videos. You like Bear as I do. Anyway.... sorry.... my bad. Have a great day.