Hunting Recurves
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #1 55# Bubinga With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$449.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #3 40# Bubinga With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser, 58" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser, 60" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. The #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser, 62" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 64” bow with a B-Riser. (Limbs only)
$449.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #3 45# Bubinga With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$449.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #3 50# Bubinga With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$449.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #3 60# Bubinga With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser, 58" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser, 60" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. The #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser, 62" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 64” bow with a B-Riser. (Limbs only)
$449.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #1 40# Phenolic With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$469.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #1 45# Phenolic With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$469.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #1 50# Phenolic With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$469.99
$469.99
$469.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #3 40# Phenolic With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$469.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #3 55# Phenolic With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. And the #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser and a 64” bow with a B-Riser.
$469.99
BEAR Bear Limbs, Take Down #3 60# Phenolic With Green Glass
Years ahead of their time, Fred Bear's Take Down Limbs brought the industry a new technology and superior performance. Today, these Take Down Limbs are constructed of Bubinga with Green Glass and a phenolic stripe, and Bubinga with a phenolic front and Green Glass. These Take Down Limbs are available in three lengths: #1, #2, and #3 limbs. The #1 limbs will make a 56” bow on an A-Riser, 58" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 60” bow with a B-Riser. The #2 limbs will make a 58” bow on an A-Riser, 60" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 62” bow with a B-Riser. The #3 limbs will make a 60” bow on an A-Riser, 62" bow on an Eichler Riser, and a 64” bow with a B-Riser. (Limbs only)
$469.99
BEAR Bear Latch Kit, Take Down
Fitting all Bear Archery Take Down risers, this replacement Take Down Latch ensures your bow remains securely connected for the perfect shot. Enjoy consistent, reliable performance for years to come. COMPATIBILITY: Fits all Bear Archery Take Down risers COMPONENTS: Kit features Fascor-powered limbs backed and faced with high-strength fiberglass and a crowned, cut-on-center arrows held with leather side plate and bear hair arrow rest DURABLE CONSTRUCTION: Constructed of durable stamped steel FRED BEAR TECHNOLOGY: Original technology designed and patented by Fred Bear EASY TO USE: Easy to install and replace
$49.99
BEAR Bear 50th Anniversary A Riser
First introduced by Fred Bear more than 50 years ago, the Bear Take Down was a modern and innovative design that revolutionized the archery industry. Available in both an A and B length riser, this iconic bow features the signature 1969 heal horn style grip to allow for a deep feel and consistent grip. The 2022 Take Down is available in two timeless wood finishes: Black Maple with a phenolic black stripe or Bubinga and phenolic with an inlaid phenolic black stripe. A-Riser with #1 limbs = 56” AMO. A-Riser with #2 limbs = 58” AMO. A-Riser with #3 limbs = 60” AMO. CLASSIC DESIGN: Heal horn style grip allows for a deep feel and consistent grip PREMIUM PERFORMANCE: Arrow shelf is 1/8" above the grip for a closer arrow to hand trajectory and consistent arrow flight
$749.99 - $799.99
BEAR Bear 50th Anniversay B Riser
First introduced by Fred Bear more than 50 years ago, the Bear Take Down was a modern and innovative design that revolutionized the archery industry. Available in both an A and B length riser, this iconic bow features the signature 1969 heal horn style grip to allow for a deep feel and consistent grip. The 2022 Take Down is available in two timeless wood finishes: Black Maple with a phenolic black stripe or Bubinga and phenolic with an inlaid phenolic black stripe. The B-Riser with #1 limbs = 60” AMO The B-Riser with #2 limbs = 62” AMO The B-Riser with #3 limbs = 64” AMO CLASSIC DESIGN: Heal horn style grip allows for a deep feel and consistent grip PREMIUM PERFORMANCE: Arrow shelf is 1/8" above the grip for a closer arrow to hand trajectory and consistent arrow flight
$749.99 - $799.99
BEAR Bear Mag Riser - A Riser
We’ve paired all-new Mag Riser with the classic approach of Mr. Bear's Take-Down design for easy transportation with modern technology of a cast aluminum riser for extreme accuracy with every shot. The Mag Riser features a comfortable molded wrist style grip and includes a busing for a stabilizer and quiver accessories. The adjustable center shot side plate allows for perfect arrow tuning. COLORS: Fred Bear Camo and Moss Green ALUMINUM HANDLE: Features an aluminum riser for extreme accuracy with every shot. TAKE-DOWN DESIGN: Utilizes the famous Take Down system for easy transportation ACCESSORY COMPATIBLE: Includes bushing for stabilizer and quiver accessories TUNE EVERY SHOT: Adjustable center shot side plate allows for perfect arrow tunings 56" TO 60" CONFIGURATION: The A riser can be paired with #1 limbs to make a 56” bow, #2 limbs to make a 58” bow, or #3 limbs to make a 60” bow.
$399.99
BEAR Bear Mag Riser - B Riser
We’ve paired all-new Mag Riser with the classic approach of Mr. Bear's Take-Down design for easy transportation with modern technology of a cast aluminum riser for extreme accuracy with every shot. The Mag Riser features a comfortable molded wrist style grip and includes a busing for a stabilizer and quiver accessories. The adjustable center shot side plate allows for perfect arrow tuning. COLORS: Fred Bear Camo and Moss Green ALUMINUM HANDLE: Features an aluminum riser for extreme accuracy with every shot. TAKE-DOWN DESIGN: Utilizes the famous Take Down system for easy transportation ACCESSORY COMPATIBLE: Includes bushing for stabilizer and quiver accessories TUNE EVERY SHOT: Adjustable center shot side plate allows for perfect arrow tunings 60" TO 64" CONFIGURATION: The B riser can be paired with #1 limbs to make a 60” bow, #2 limbs to make a 62” bow, or #3 limbs to make a 64” bow.
$399.99
$649.99
$649.99
BEAR Bear Riser, Take Down A RH Bubinga With Green Glass
First introduced by Fred Bear more than 50 years ago, the Bear Take Down was a modern and innovative design that revolutionized the archery industry. Available in both an A and B length riser, this iconic bow features the signature 1969 heal horn style grip to allow for a deep feel and consistent grip. This Take Down is available in four timeless wood finishes: black maple with a phenolic black stripe, bubinga and phenolic with an inlaid phenolic black stripe, bubinga with green glass and a phenolic stripe, and bubinga with a phenolic front and sleek green glass. An A-Riser with #1 limbs = 56” AMO // A-Riser with #2 limbs = 58” AMO // A-Riser with #3 limbs = 60” AMO. The B-Riser with #1 limbs = 60” AMO // B-Riser with #2 limbs = 62” AMO // B-Riser with #3 limbs = 64” AMO A-HANDLE The A riser can be paired with #1, #2, or #3 Bear limbs to make a 56", 58” or 60" bow B-HANDLE The B riser can be paired with #1, #2, or #3 Bear limbs to make a 60", 62” or 64" bow CLASSIC DESIGN Heal horn style grip allows for a deep feel and consistent grip PREMIUM PERFORMANCE Arrow shelf is 1/8" above the grip for a closer arrow to hand trajectory and consistent arrow flight
$749.99
BEAR Bear Riser, Take Down B RH Bubinga With Green Glass
First introduced by Fred Bear more than 50 years ago, the Bear Take Down was a modern and innovative design that revolutionized the archery industry. Available in both an A and B length riser, this iconic bow features the signature 1969 heal horn style grip to allow for a deep feel and consistent grip. This Take Down is available in four timeless wood finishes: black maple with a phenolic black stripe, bubinga and phenolic with an inlaid phenolic black stripe, bubinga with green glass and a phenolic stripe, and bubinga with a phenolic front and sleek green glass. An A-Riser with #1 limbs = 56” AMO // A-Riser with #2 limbs = 58” AMO // A-Riser with #3 limbs = 60” AMO. The B-Riser with #1 limbs = 60” AMO // B-Riser with #2 limbs = 62” AMO // B-Riser with #3 limbs = 64” AMO A-HANDLEThe A riser can be paired with #1, #2, or #3 Bear limbs to make a 56", 58” or 60" bow B-HANDLEThe B riser can be paired with #1, #2, or #3 Bear limbs to make a 60", 62” or 64" bow CLASSIC DESIGNHeal horn style grip allows for a deep feel and consistent grip PREMIUM PERFORMANCEArrow shelf is 1/8" above the grip for a closer arrow to hand trajectory and consistent arrow flight
$749.99
BEAR Bear Mag Riser Take Down Recurve Bow - 2021 Launch Edition
The limited run of 2021 Launch Edition Mag Risers were the first 50 bows to come off the Gainesville production line. The bow sports a Launch Edition exclusive satin black riser with black latches and a gold Bear Archery medallion. It comes complete with a set of #3, 45lb curly maple, clear glass limbs with laminated black tips and a signature Take-Down traditional bow string. To further enhance the exclusivity of the bow, each of the 50 Launch Editions produced include an embroidered, number-matching soft carrying case.
$1,499.99 - $1,599.99
Recurve Bows for Hunting
The beauty of traditional archery lies in its simplicity. Drawing a recurve bow to full draw connects you to centuries of hunters who relied on skill, not technology. At Adventures Archery, we help you find the best recurve bow for your next hunt, whether you’re a new archer learning instinctive shooting or a traditional archer chasing deer through the brush. Our high quality selection of hunting bows, arrows, and accessories brings together the power, precision, and craftsmanship that make bow hunting unforgettable.
Key Features of Hunting Recurve Bows
A hunting recurve should have a draw weight of at least 40 pounds to deliver the strength needed for deer and other big game. Shorter bows, typically 58 to 62 inches, are easier to handle in blinds and thick cover. Heavier arrows in the range of 9 to 11 grains per pound of draw weight ensure consistent penetration. The right combination of limbs, string, and brace height improves arrow speed and accuracy at longer range. Whether you prefer a one-piece traditional bow or a takedown recurve, tuning for quiet performance prevents noise that could alert your target. Adventures Archery carries the archery equipment you need for power, control, and dependable results on every hunt.
Types of Hunting Recurve Bows
One-Piece Recurves
Classic and quiet, these bows are perfect for instinctive shooting and close-range deer hunting. A one-piece traditional bow offers unmatched feel, control, and smooth release.
Takedown Recurves
A takedown recurve bow offers easy transport, quick assembly, and dependable accuracy in the field. Its compact size and smooth performance make it a reliable choice for traveling hunters.
Takedown Recurve Risers
Precision-built risers improve balance and comfort, giving you the freedom to customize your setup with different limbs for specific draw weights or hunting styles.
Youth Recurve Bows
A lighter bow designed for young or new archers. Smooth draw length and forgiving limbs help beginners develop accuracy during target practice and early hunts.
Essential Gear for Recurve Bow Hunting
Bow Accessories
From strings and rests to cases, sights, and stabilizers, we stock dependable gear for traditional archers and compound shooters alike. Find the right setup for your price range and skill level.
Tree Stands & Blinds
A fine bull or mule deer often appears without warning. The right stand or blind helps you stay concealed and ready to draw your bow quietly when opportunity comes.
3D Targets & Shooting Gear
Practice matters. Build confidence and muscle memory before the hunt with realistic 3D targets. Perfect your aim, improve arrow speed, and get comfortable shooting at longer range.
Frequently Asked Questions
A hunting recurve should have a draw weight between 40 and 60 pounds for deer-sized game and more for larger big game animals. Check your setup on a regular basis to maintain consistency and performance. Heavier draw weights increase arrow speed and penetration for clean, ethical shots.
Both the recurve bow and longbow are staples of traditional archery. A longbow typically has a smoother, longer draw cycle and less hand shock, while a recurve stores more energy for faster arrows. Traditional bowhunters often choose between the two based on shooting style and hunting range.
When choosing a new bow, think about your long draw length, experience level, and the type of game you plan to hunt. Many hunters prefer a 60-inch bow for smoother performance, especially those with a longer draw length. First time hunters often choose a lighter setup that’s easier to control, while heavier limbs are better suited for big game animals.
Use properly spined carbon arrows, matched limbs, and a brace height suited to your draw. Consistent string alignment and smooth release help maintain precision at longer range.
Yes. Adventures Archery is a trusted archery shop known for expert customer service. Every custom bow is tuned for your frame, draw, and goals. Whether you’re a new archer or an experienced hunter, our team ensures your setup performs flawlessly before you leave.