I have an older kodiak magnum recurve how can you tell how old it is? Thanks

If it has a green wood riser "futurewood" it's a 1970's bow,the serial# will probly start with a "K"

If it has letters then numbers it's a 1960's bow,the 1st number will tell you what year it was made (i.e. JU7541 would be a 1967)

I'm not an expert but I hope this helps some

KM's are pretty identifiable by glass color wood types etc. A picture would help. PM me if you wish

SEE!!!!! I knew an "Expert" would be here shortly!!!!!  

Thanks you all the #'s on the bow ar ku4992 52" 50lb
Also how do you determine draw length. I should be able to get pictures up tomorrow.

where are the id markings???? on mine (ive figured out that its a 70s model) there are none, on the riser is 45 and thats it..... any help???

Draw length is normally assumed to be 28" unless stated otherwise. You can draw more or less than that but the listed draw weight will be at 28".
If I understood your question correctly then I hope that helps some.
Larry

QuoteOriginally posted by jgreg:
Thanks you all the #'s on the bow ar ku4992 52" 50lb
Also how do you determine draw length. I should be able to get pictures up tomorrow.

ok, where on the bow were these markings?? need the help BAD...

The markngs are on the shelf side of the riser, below the grip. On this bow they are written in gold. Most bows have them in black ink. If they are missing, then it is likely that your bow was refinished.

 

Killdeer  

Draw weight is measured at 28" from the back.. Bear usually stated the bows draw length as unlimited.(You can figure another 2 1/2 to 3#/in after that.)
The Little KM's didn't like to go over 30 but where reasonably stack free to around the 30" mark.

That is a curved stripe, looks like a 1964 or a 1965.

Killdeer - beautiful old Bear.  Is the finish original or has it been refinished?

bow is either a 64-65 or if it has a crowned shelf could be a 67 1/2

i recant my statement 67.5 was all bubinga w/rosewood stripe so 64-65 i cant tell the difference

Doublegun, it is original. It came with the box...
It is a '65. (the year I got my 'kiddie bow"    )
Killdeer