Not 100% positive if this is the correct forum. Things have sure changed since the last time I posted.
I'm trying to find out how much my bow is worth for insurance coverage. The bow is a Bear re-curve, 62', 45# (as written on stock below serial number). The upper limb says Bear, Glass-Powered, Cub. There is a 'Bear' coin laminated into the upper hand grip. On the lower limb, it has the, 'Bear Archery Company' emblem, US pat's numbers, and then 'Canada 1953'.
I also have the original string, and 6 wood broad-head arrows (one is broken). I'm not sure the make on the arrows, but I believe they are Bear named also.
The bow came from my dad who bought it from a pawn shop in the late '50's or early '60's. I have not had much luck at the local sports shops for values, and most say it isn't worth naming for coverage. I guess a better question would be if I need to cover it for a specific value like we do for jewelry?
Would appreciate any input.
Bret
I'm trying to find out how much my bow is worth for insurance coverage. The bow is a Bear re-curve, 62', 45# (as written on stock below serial number). The upper limb says Bear, Glass-Powered, Cub. There is a 'Bear' coin laminated into the upper hand grip. On the lower limb, it has the, 'Bear Archery Company' emblem, US pat's numbers, and then 'Canada 1953'.
I also have the original string, and 6 wood broad-head arrows (one is broken). I'm not sure the make on the arrows, but I believe they are Bear named also.
The bow came from my dad who bought it from a pawn shop in the late '50's or early '60's. I have not had much luck at the local sports shops for values, and most say it isn't worth naming for coverage. I guess a better question would be if I need to cover it for a specific value like we do for jewelry?
Would appreciate any input.
Bret
Bear Archery Serial Number Dating
Burn os on usb. I still continue research of the Kodiak model, both right and left hand serial numbers. Writing is best as I'm away so much. Any SASE will receive a reply. Good luck and good 'bow hunting' during the Good Old Days! Wear os install app. The basic information I use to identify the bows of Bear Archery Co., Grayling Michigan 1947-78 By Al Reader, The Stickbowman 1. Escalade Sports. Expect a serial whole works very well for an encoded serial number of patent: bear archery company has a lightweight yet durable bow. My Fred Bear Brown Bear Recurve Bow. I went to the cold website and plugged in the serial number, but it said the serial number was not found in database. Hoyt Bow Serial Number Search. Escalade Sports. Expect a serial whole works very well for an encoded serial number of patent: bear archery company has a lightweight yet durable bow. My Fred Bear Brown Bear Recurve Bow. I went to the cold website and plugged in the serial number, but it said the serial number was not found in database. Hoyt Bow Serial Number Search.
Bow Serial Number
Contributors to this thread:Mac30-Apr-10
Shiras30-Apr-10
kota-man30-Apr-10
Mac30-Apr-10
RonD130-Apr-10
30-Apr-10
My son recently started bowhunting and purchased a used Matthews Switchback bow. My problem is that I cannot find a serial number for the bow anywhere on the bow. I need the serial number for two primary reasons: (1) for insurance purposes, and (2) for reporting to law enforcement should the bow be stolen. I would appreciate any help from you guys in locating that serial number.
30-Apr-10
look right above the grip on the side the sight attaches to.
30-Apr-10
It should on the riser just above the grip on the right hand side.
30-Apr-10
30-Apr-10
Sorry guys, but I don't find a thing where you have indicated that it should be. Is the number stamped into the metal or it one of those stick-on plasitc pieces that can wear off or be removed with ease?
30-Apr-10
Should be stamped in the metal and MIGHT be underneath the grip. May have to take the grip off to find it. Makes sense huh? I once had a bow that I had to remove the grip to get at the serial number.
Bear Bow Identification
30-Apr-10
Oh God! That grip is on the bow as tight as an Alabama tick and I am rather concerned about trying to force it off. Tried to talk my son into a traditional longbow but he wouldn't have any part of that. I haven't used a compound in twenty years and they have really changed between then and now. The Switchback seems to be a very nice bow and shoots well or at least my son shoots it well. I appreciate your help guys.
30-Apr-10
is there an arrow rest on the bow? maybe that is covering the serial number
30-Apr-10
Compound Bow Serial Number Lookup
RonD- Heat the grip with a hair dryer and it should pop off.
30-Apr-10
I contacted Matthews headquarters by e-mail and directed to the exact spot where the number was engraved. I know I'm old, but blind too. Here is their reponse: 'The serial number should be located on the riser towards the bottom cup. Hold the bow, as if shooting, so the backside is facing you and follow the backside down to where it meets the limb cup. There is a small space that the number should be engraved in.' The nice thing about contacting them is that my son is not the original owner but they are going to register the bow in his name.