A Wilson Brothers Vintage Black Widow Recurve Bow.
It is a 1968 Black Widow X-85 recurve bow made by the Wilson Brothers and a full case of accessories for it. The bow bag is original. Also there is an itemized list of contents from when I purchased it in mid 1970s. The bow length is 64inches. 30@26. Grip No 1. It is model number 21934. The accessories case is 9 x 38 inches (23 x 97cms). Even thought it was used a number if times, it is in excellent condition. The accessories have been used and the arrow fletchings have disintegrated.
The bow length is 64inches. The accessories case is 9 x 38 inches (23 x 97cms).
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Hi Alison,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The Black Widow X‑85 is a classic target‑grade recurve bow handcrafted during the Wilson Brothers era (1957–1976) and is highly regarded among traditional archery enthusiasts. It was originally produced by the Wilson Brothers of Springfield, MO, who founded the line in 1957 and made the bows by hand until 1976. The X‑85 was a mid‑range target model listed in the 1967 catalog with a retail price between $79.50 and $99.50, depending on whether it had a rosewood riser.
At auction, these bows are bringing between $400 and $700; the accessories are an additional $100 in approximate value.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Wilson Brothers Black Widow Recurve Bow
made in Springfield, MO in 1968, model number 21934.
With bow-bag and accessories case.
64 inches overall length
CONDITION: Client reports the bow to be in rarely used and good condition, with its original bow bag. The accessories are reported to have been used and the arrow fletchings have some disintegration.
PROVENANCE: Purchased in the mid 1970s
$ 500-800*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia
