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Browning Cobra bow from 1974-1985 (estimated year)

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Hi I recently purchased a couple old bows at a yard sale recently. when I got home I noticed one of the bows ( a browning cobra built around 1974-1985) had a broken lower cam, and I used the draw string off it on one of my other browning cobras I got.

I know the bow is old, and probably not worth much, but I kinda like the bow and it bothers me that the bow itself is in excellent shape and the only real thing wrong with it is the lower cam and I stole the draw string off it... I really want to fix it if it's economically possible for me. I do not know much about bows or archery but I'm interested and want to learn.

If anyone has any ideas about how I can get another cam and draw string I'd really appreciate it. (I'd prefer not to scrap out another bow if I don't have to, especially since this is such an old bow I'd like to try to get the stuff new if possible. maybe if someone still has old stock or a re manufactured part?)

thanks for any help
 
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Economical? For the string, yes. But the cam is another story. I'd say that finding a cam for it is going to be rather difficult as a part...maybe put a posting in the general archery discussion. your best bet would be to simply find another cobra bow or find some old wheels from a different bow that would work.

here is your cheapest bet
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-BRO...OW-WITH-SAUNDERS-QUIVER-/400349246762?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5d36acb52a

Strings...you can get someone to make you a set out of B-50

Cables will need to be replaced...tear drops have a tendency to pull off with age. Not too many people can make you a set...I know of only 2 people

Viking archery in Houston Texas
Santa Fe archery in Santa Fe Texas

Cost? too much (100+ bucks) but if you like the bow and just want it as a shooter you may have to fork out the extra dollars
 
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Yahoo or Google will get you many. Or, click on the ebay link


Crap! I've got to stop looking at these bows...my wife will be pissed if I show up with another one (unless it's "pretty")
 
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Browning use to have great customer service. 15 years ago a quick phone call to Browning and your cam would be in the mail. But I hear that is no longer the case. Just the same, I'd start with a call to Browning and see where that leads.
 
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