Bear Recurves & Longbows

Bear Archery manufactures a variety of traditional recurve and longbows, including iconic models like the

Grizzly

and the

Montana Longbow

, known for their durability, performance, and craftsmanship. These bows are favored by both traditional archery enthusiasts and bowhunters.

Popular Recurve Bows

Bear Archery Grizzly
- Reviewers praise it as one of the most reliable and durable recurve bows on the market, ideal for bowhunting.
- It features a gorgeous hard maple design and has a compact 58-inch AMO length, suitable for maneuvering in thick brush.
- It offers a range of draw weights (30-60 lbs) and includes a natural bear hair arrow rest for improved accuracy.
Bear Archery Super Kodiak
- This is an absolute legend in the archery world, famously used by Fred Bear himself for hunting.
- The 60 or 64-inch length provides a classic recurve experience with a smooth draw and excellent accuracy.
- It is available in various draw weights, with high user ratings on merchant websites.
Fred Bear Take Down
- This bow uses a classic take-down design with an all-new Mag Riser for easy transportation and versatile limb options.
- Limbs are available in different lengths (to achieve 56" to 64" AMO length depending on riser size) and draw weights, allowing customization.
- It receives high ratings for performance and versatility from users.

Popular Longbows

Bear Archery Montana Longbow
- This model, introduced in the late 90s, has a more conventional appearance with a classic low-wrist, thin grip.
- It is a one-piece bow praised by longbow enthusiasts for its design and performance.
Bear Archery Au Sable Longbow
- Named after the river where Fred Bear spent countless days, this bow has a reflex/deflex design for a smooth, quiet, and fast shot.
- The riser is made from exotic Bubinga and the limbs use a Maple core overlaid with two layers of bamboo and backed with high-strength fiberglass.
Bear Archery South
, Main &
North Branch Longbows
- These are a series of traditional longbows, each with a different length (58", 60", and 62" respectively), catering to different shooting styles.
- They feature a sleek low-wrist grip and premium Bolivian Rosewood and Hardrock Maple construction.

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