Comes with bow sock. The sleeve comes in the two sizes only and the bottom portion slips up into the top for weather protection. They have a following by a enough shooters to keep Howard Hill Archery building Bows! Click to reveal Broadheads are 190 grain Grizzly single bevels or 190 grain Tuffhead single bevels. One piece longbow. [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. Win1885, very nice bow. 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 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$. You ll love the "Redman" I have that now and it resonates with me every time I look at it. Thanks for all the input guys. I can't tell any real difference in performance other than that caused simply by the increased poundage in my Wesley. Post count: 27 #37444. Sidis Holdings Ltd. and Guerrilla Capital. That is the part I am most disappointed with, I had never seen Tembo before but I always heard that it had some great footage of hunting African Game with a bow. Just out in the yard shooting my bow to check my form and arrow flight. Comes with extra string and grease. The long version of movie called "Tembo" released in 1953 was a major hit. Excellent condition. There's many photos and lots of info there. +$5.99 shipping. And also Eastmans Hunting / Bowhunting Journal (although I was sad to see they signed up with the Forrest Gump crowd Primos). But to the wheel & techno-easy at any cost crowd they dont see it our way either. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and shootable Used. The Howard Hill bamboo bow is to the serious minded bowhunter what the bamboo flyrod is to the purist fisherman! SteveMcD wrote: Van, George. (3), Redbud Hollow Bows I have a bamboo flooring bow backed with raw bamboo 44# at 28 inches that looks and feels a lot like my Hill Tembo (which is a great bow by the way). This is why they were straight limbed, and it was a mistake.. Like all Wesleys it consists of 5 Bamboo lams, only known extra options are the antler tips. Spirit - 41@28 - 62" - 3505. ToddRvs wrote: All in all very disappointed in Howard Hill. 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. I doubt very many here ever shot a field round or an animal round. In Canada, for example, Archery Toronto currently recognizes Hill as "one of the three greatest archers of the last century", the other two being, in that organization's estimation, the legendary Japanese Zen bowman Awa Kenz and Byron Ferguson, a native of Alabama like Hill.[15]. I am thinking about changing shafts and broadheads this year. The blank comes to you fully glued up and already aligned and tillered. 2 Howard Hill quivers $95 each. The Outhouse Channel I coined from Dave Peterson. Howard Hill Archery Tembo. (1), Right Hand In the federal census of 1910 his given name is "Lemuel H. Hill"; on his 1918 draft registration he signed Howard H. Hill; in the 1920 census he is documented "Howard L.[emuel] Hill"; and on his 1922 marriage license he is recorded once again as "Howard H. Hill". First they show a clip of a Boa about 4 feet long then they show Howards brother Ed wrapped in the coils of a much larger snake that you could tell was already dead and then they show the snake with an arrow through its head. Hollywood ruined the actual archery and hunting in Hill's movies, as they had in many older flicks. (1), Grey Wolf I have owned and still own several HHA bows. What is it called? I've made about a dozen backed flatbows and a couple selfbows. 70-100 yard shots at goats and deer, 60 yard shots at squirrels, bagging 50 squirrels/rabbits in one weekend, etc. [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. Very good condition. Author Topic: Favorite Howard Hill Archery bow model (Read 688 times) Tradcat. (1), Morrison I really like this style bow and I have several. A different time. 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. I definitely dont idolize him for his hunting though I did see some of his African safari footage on YouTube (the lion and the elephant stalks) and they were pretty intense. Tom Clum and his sons built this store from the ground up with the help of many hands and good friends. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. We wou USED - Right handed. Its easy to judge sixty years ago with a 2010 mindset. 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. and a man eater crocodile. 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. More pics available. I saw a photo of an all wood Hill bow, I think it's on the Howard Hill Shooters site. Etching on limbs. Just watched the Howord Hill movie Tembo. First thing to consider, is that when you talk about a HH bow, these days you almost has to specify a HH style or "D" style bow as well, as opposed to a Hill R/D bow etc. A few very small scratches but otherwise in very good condition. 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 . I've also heard Craig say that he would put juniper in a class with bamboo in terms of smoothness and punch. Some of his great trips were filmed or documented, including Howard Hill vs. Sold for. Different times and different showman.. Would you go backset, straight or string follow and why ? He also produced 10 different films of his own and was a technical adviser in far more motion pictures, providing his expertise in the field. March 5, 2011 at 7:18 pm. I also compare this 70" Hill Style Bow to the Howard Hill Tembo 70" ASL that I also tested. Like new condition. "Custom by Mike Hayes Compton '16" 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. 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. do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers; post id: 7585503099. posted: 2023-02-03 10:36. That one is 66" 46@27" and No. Good grief:!::!:Van. 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". The brandnew, but straight traditional, "LegendStick", made by Howard Hill Archery, Craig Ekin, Montana, USA. The man is a savant with lots of nerve! Two piece longbow. Refinished with hunter finish. (1), Flying Eagle Hes a great archer, and I admire him as an archer. (1), Jack B Harrison Shooting a charging she lion! Some others included hitting a small coin flipped into the air and splitting a wooden ball in half while it was rolled across the ground. I got that from the Book I remember Papa Bear Also I worked for Bear Archery in the Late 80s and I had spoke with a lot of people who actually knew Fred Bear and I remember having a discussion with one of Bears closest friends at the plant and we discussed the impact early archers and how much we had to thank them for the sport we now know. [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. "Trophy Long Bow". The only reason I keep it is because on Weds. And Hollywood, as usual, had to put their two cents in as to what should be in the movies. Hello! Howard's ability with a bow and arrow along with his record of achievements go unmatched 25 years after his death in 1975. He died on 4 February 1975 in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. [22] According to some historical accounts, the Anglo-Saxon king, Harold II, died in the fighting after being "struck in the eye" by a Norman arrow. A couple of small scratches or scuffs but otherwise in very good condition. USED - Right handed. . Hell, I was only about 5 years old and was smart enough to know the difference between a movie and real life. and was killed by one arrow penetrating 31 inches into the animals lungs. Right or wrong, thats the way they did it back then. The only reason I like my Wesley better is that it was the first custom bow I ever had, so sentiment figures in. 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??? As for Byron Ferguson, a true gentlemen and an excellent ambassador of Archery. but I dont really know what that has to do with anything, never saw Hitler either but I am sure I dont like him. Great Plains - "El Dorado" - 35@28 - 68" - 16897. Pricing & History. His gravesite is located in the Ashville Cemetery in St. Clair County, Alabama.[4]. $350. Gents -. I hunted with it but never got a shot. Read more. The grip is narrow and deep like Howard's unless otherwise requested. Oh, and when was the last time you saw Howard Hill? 1-Piece longbow. It is a fast, smooth wood. Very good condition. He established the record for winning the most bow-and-arrow field tournaments in succession, a total of 196 competitions. Treasure Hill (Chinese: ; pinyin: Bozng Yn; Peh-e-j: P-chng-gim) is a community in Taipei, Taiwan.Originally an illegal settlement, it was founded by the Kuomintang military veterans at the end of the 1940s and served originally as an anti-aircraft position.. After cooperating with non-governmental organization Global Artivists Participation Project, the Taipei City . After accomplishing that, he would perform the same bow-and-arrow stunt with an even smaller item from a greater distance. Lions do not bring their food home to eat. Howard Hill Tembo Longbow. I wish Art Youngs Alaska Adventure had been filmed 30 years later( I mean with sound and without the Charlie Chaplin frame jumping effect) It would be traditional Archerys ultimate masterpiece in my book of course:). The red elm in the Bighorn Sheep is a light brown color highlighted with beautiful dark brown swirls. Right Handed. a 70" Tembo with a bit of backset that I draw to about 50# at 29.5", from Howard Hill Archery. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and shootable. Laminated bamboo with bubinga riser. On February 17, 1955, Hill appeared as a contestant on You Bet Your Life, a popular American quiz series hosted on both radio and television by comedian Groucho Marx. Im sure everyone here would be very interested in hearing about it. One piece longbow. I think thea Hill bow is the only one bow I'll ever buy. We're planning on making a form to copy the Howard Hill straight limb longbow. (2), Yellowstone Custom Bows Fun bow to shoot. Trad Bowhunter; Posts: 872; Favorite Howard Hill Archery bow model on: August 09, 2016, 09:36:00 AM . It has been a great emotion to see again this movie now, because I am a bow hunter and Howard Hill is a legend.Now I can see this movie all the time I wish. Howard Hill Tembo Very Disappointing ToddRvs 2010-08-19T20:51:31-06:00. . I have 2 Wesley Specials, 2 Cheetahs, and 1 Big Five. I love the old Schulz built Tembos. Osage is a wood that was frequently used by the Native American Indians in their bows, as it is a very durable, hard wood. (4), 1-Piece We USED - Right handed. Anyone shoot a Howard Hill bow? My main hunting bow is a Northern Mist Classic, 68 inches, 56# at 28 inches. Director: Tembo. [21] Ironically, considering Hill's profession, archers played a pivotal role in that battle, which occurred in England in 1066. 0 Members and 2 Guests are viewing this topic. These different times brought so many hateful, racist movies depicting Black, Asian, and American Indian people,among others, being idiots, murderers and thieves, that they make any Howard Hill film look like a harmless Discovery Channel Documentary in comparison. "Hunter". On Your Own Adventures seems to be a good show too. Howard was one of archery's early writers and his . If you guys lived in the 1940s/ 50s era, then there may be some substance to your hatred of Mr. Hill. A few small scratches but otherwise in good condition. Moose - 800 lb.. live weight, taken in Wyoming in late 1940's by Howard Hill of CA. 1-Piece longbow. JavaScript is disabled. Thanks. MOULIN ROUGE - 1952 Original Lobby Cards - EUR 68,61. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and shootable. No weight markings but scaled at 73#. Howard Hill traditional bow hunting and longbows are synonymous in the field of Archery. [3] That same year, he won his 196th field archery competition in a row. They are feather light in the hand and have excellent maneuverability. Congrats man! I have a Redman I like very much because I like the looks of yew and it is a time honored core material, but I also like any Hill I have owned. That is the HH I love. Even after Warner Brothers and MGM Studios turned down the script, Howard Hill was undaunted in his quest to kill the elephant he had dreamed of so long ago when he was still that barefoot Alabama boy. A few small scratches. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the bow is safe and sh USED - Left handed. I watched his "Hitting 'em Like Howard Hill" video thousands of times. The bow was quite a looker and . Thats not only the way they did it back then, its also the way its done now in all movies:PVan. I have a cheaper on and its a whole different game from my ILF bows. You can assume this bow has straight limbs and that the b Used. Dont really care for Byron Ferguson. (2), Acadian Woods Lynx - 43 lb.. live weight, taken in Canada by Howard Hill of California. New, never shot. I have watched the movie, Tembo and likewise was not impressed, but did enjoy whatever positive attributes it presented. A big 5 and a Wesley special. (6), 3-Piece Im a Hill fan as well, but have no taste for some of the hunting practices of the days, or some of the videos. Oddly enough, there are people who dont like guys that publish or write for Traditional Bowhunter. 1. It's then called a Halfbreed. A couple of small scratches but in very good condition. Top Rated Plus. We USED - Left handed. That is how I picked up my Northern Mist. Stick to his shooting prowess, and do buy into the different time point of view, and you will not be disappointed.