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Glasser NY Bow Quiver

Tell me about the Glasser NY Bow Quiver. Is it decently made?

When you pick the Glasser NY Bow Quiver up in your hand - it feels good. It feels light yet with just the right amount of rigidity to support, hold and protect your bow.

Please go on. Just how light is the Glasser NY Bow Quiver?

Out a sample of ten units the average worked out at only 230 gms.

Would you describe the Glasser NY Bow Quiver as a light weight quiver?

The weight feels just right for a well made quiver. It's definitely not heavy and it's definitely not light - so probably best described as medium weight.

What else will I like about the Glasser NY Bow Quiver?

The back spine of the quiver is nicely formed.

You mean that it's easy to slot my bow into the quiver because the mouth is a good shape?

Yes - the mouth of the Glasser NY Bow Quiver has the perfect amount of openness for speedy insertion or withdrawal of your bow.

What is the Glasser NY Bow Quiver made from?

We have been reliably informed that the material used is man made.

Has the exact name of the material been disclosed?

No. Suffice to say it does look and feel very much like leather.

Is the quiver nicely stitched?

Yes - its pretty neat.

I see that the Glasser NY Bow Quiver is a strap fitted quiver.

Yes - that is correct. Two pairs of straps are located on the back spine.

Isn't it traditional to have the fitting straps on the inside (thin) edge of the quiver?

Several manufactures do now seem to have departed from tradition on this important issue of quiver construction. Still the good news is that if you do want to fit the quiver the traditional way round - the straps on the Glasser NY Bow Quiver are more than long enough.

OK - I understand. So - tell me if I want to fit the Glasser NY Bow Quiver the traditional way round - how would you recommend that I go about it?

Position the foot of the point of the quiver behind the tailpiece and select an angle that makes using the quiver as easy as possible. For the top pair of straps pass one of the straps behind the back of the quiver and one across the front. Thread the back strap through the most suitable string hole and tie the two together with a bow. For the bottom pair secure around the tailwire in a similar fashion.

That sounds easy enough. Will I have to make any adjustments after that?

You may be lucky and get the position of the quiver right first time. If not just undo a bow or bows and adjust as necessary. You'll know when it looks and feels right.

So - if positioned correctly inserting my bow into the quiver and extracting it again ready to play should be virtually effortless?

Yes indeed.

Time for a summary:

The Glasser NY Bow Quiver has got the balance of shape, weight, openness of the mouth and quality of manufacturer absolutely spot on.

Time for a final, final summary:

Once you fit one of these beauties - you'll wonder how you ever managed to survive before without it.

Stats:

Quiver construction: Semi-rigid with two pairs of straps on spine.
Quiver Type: Medium weight
Fabric type: Synthetic - imitation leather.
Weight: 230.0gms (ave)
Max length: 449mm (ave)
Max width: 122mm (ave)
Max diameter across mouth: 39mm (ave)
Manufacturer: Glasser, New York, USA

Glasser NY Bow Quiver Price: UK£ 55-00