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Newly Finished Bow, Holmegaard
duffontap:
Very nice.
As far as the string goes, B-50 is very streachy and that light of string could make it more difficult/dangerous to string, lessen cast, and increase hand shock. If you aren't having any of those problems you may be fine.
Again, nice work.
J. D. Duff
Hillbilly:
Great looking Holmegaard. What wood is it made from?
samuraiwarrior:
JD, I'm wondering how it could make it difficult or dangerous to string the bow? I haven't had any problems with handshock or anything, I'll probably make up some thicker strings for it when I finish the handle.
The wood is red oak and a glued on maple handle.
Koan, I think the design would work in ash. Make sure you have a sound back that is one ring and smooth.
Thanks for the comments you guys. :)
tom sawyer:
Very nice bow, that design is kind of tricky to execute. Two places where you go from bending to nonbending. Sounds like you got a good result as far as set. Having the wokring limb short and closer to the handle, means a little set goes a long way.
M-P:
Nice Bow! A handle wrap isn't an absolute necessity, but if you want one you might consider beaver tail rawhide. It's kind of a pain to work with, but it is a dark color that should compliment this bow. Plus the stuff is incredibly tuff once its dried.
M-P
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