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Winter project - Yew Recurve bow

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Kviljo:
Hehe, I guess that's a good enough reason, Gordon :)  I have just gotten so used to working with a narrow tiller and the advantages it has, so I thought I would share it. Of course, there are many ways of getting the same result. Seeing the bow being drawn by hand is probably just as good. However, I don't think this is to overthink the issue. Too many beginners do this mistake by tillering the bows symmetrically, not taking into account that the bow then will end up with a weak lower limb when drawn by hand.

Brilliant bow, btw!

Gordon:

--- Quote ---Too many beginners do this mistake by tillering the bows symmetrically, not taking into account that the bow then will end up with a weak lower limb when drawn by hand.

--- End quote ---

Yes, I agree with this.

Arrowind:
Gordon,

Thanks for taking the time to do this build along.  I've been following closely.   Awesome work!
When I first started making bows about a year ago I spent a lot of time studying your Hackberry build along.  I learned a lot!  So thanks for that as well.   

I'm currently building a recurve myself and I've bent the tips using steam and a form I made from a 2x6 and trying to copy the one you have here.  Now I have an issue with string alignment which I'm trying to correct.

I've never used dry heat but have a heat gun that seems to work pretty well.  My question is how long do you need to heat the bow before the wood starts to respond...I have to say I'm a little worried about over bending it to the other side....

Gordon:
Arrowind,

First, thank you for the nice compliments. You have to be careful using dry heat on an area that has already been bent by steam or boiling. The reason is that the original bend may come undone if you apply too much heat. So the answer to your question is that you apply only enough heat to get the job done and not a bit more. The way I do this is by utilizing weights to bend the wood while I am applying heat. I show and describe the process in this build-a-long. One caveat though, you should only employ this technique if the adjustment required is relatively small. For larger adjustments I recommend aligning the limbs by bending the handle using steam and a press. I also show this technique in the build-a-long. Good luck!

RBLusthaus:
Outstanding work. 

I thank you for the time you put into creating these build alongs.   In case you are not sure, they are very much appreciated as they are a much better learning tool than any book could relay.  I anxiously await the next installment.  Thank you.

Russ

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