The Military Makers
The Military Makers
Episode 2.2: Kalamazoo Bow Works
Welcome! We are excited to bring you a fantastic show this week with a fantastic guest, Dave Darling of Kalamazoo Bow Works. Dave is a brilliant bowyer and overall great dude. Hope y’all enjoy our conversation.
Thank you to our newest Patrons!; DAV works hard and supports lots of vets; Dave is dedicated to the stick and string; Dave should be retiring this week!; one-stop shop on Facebook Marketplace; bowyer specialty tools; Dave is not into hydroponic agriculture; where is Sarge driving this show?; the show finally has it’s villain; Dave attempts to talk sense into Jesse and Mills; the definition of maker; making houses out of popsicle sticks; will Flash’s prediction come true?; Wade has words for some of you epoxy folks; importance of “attention to detail”; CD Walkman and 8-track players; goal orientated?!?”; all you have to do is hit the button; unbelievably, Flash screwed something up; testing new bow designs; hardwood sources and pricing; did you know Flash likes to chase white tail?; process of creating a traditional bow; valuing time and craftsmanship; inflation sucks; how Dave keeps his beard perky.
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Guest:
Dave Darling
IG: @kalamazoobowworks
Military Minute:
DAV: Disable American Veterans
DAV is a nonprofit charity that provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations and their families, helping more than 1 million veterans in positive, life-changing ways each year.
www.dav.org
Hosts:
Jeff (Sarge) @sergeantmaker
Jeff (Flash) @flashpoint_woodworks
Jeff (Mills) @_damn_yankee_
Wade @hill_craft
Jesse @steele.woodworks