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Bob S.:
I want to tell you folks that I've looked at the bow pics on this site and you guys do some awesome work. Beautiful bows! I'll be starting my first bow soon (white ash) and from what I've read here, I'd be better off crafting a flat bow from this wood, as opposed to the long bow that I intended to make. Is this because a flat bow would be stronger/more durrable than a long bow made from ash?

DanaM:
By long bow do you mean an English Long Bow(ELB)?  the flatbow is a American Long Bow (ALB)
I'd say do what your heart desires there are folk on here that can help no matter which type you do.
I've only made ALB with ridgid handles, I believe the ELB is a bend thru the handle design. I believe you have to tiller differently
depending which way you go. Good Luck eh.

DanaM

Bob S.:
Look at that, I'm learning already. I meant the English long bow, but from what you describe the ALB is what I have in mind. Looks like I've got a lot to learn. Thanks for the info.

DanaM:
If ya haven't already bought them I would suggest getting The Traditional Bowyers Bible Vol 1,2,&3
also a subscription to Primitive Archer Magazine.

DanaM

Bob S.:
Primitive Archer was already on my list and I will look into The Traditional Archers Bible too.

                                                                           Thanks again.

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