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richsmith:
Hello, Just thought Id say hi, my names Rich and I'm from Dorset... Im passionate about archaeology and history, especially British military history, I also love the outdoors...especially hillwalking and bushcraft.

I recently chanced upon a programme on Discovery about the Mary Rose; it featured research on the English Longbow by Steve Stratton and Mark Stretton so I thought Id look into it a bit further. Ive got to say now I'm here, Im absolutely hooked !!!

Im hoping to build my own warbow, to see how they were constructed and how they shoot. Im also looking forward to getting proficient in using the bow that I make.

I joined the forum to learn all I can and have a look at what other people are doing/ using. Hope to chat soon, thanks for having me

Del the cat:
Hi good to have another UK guy aboard, have a look at my website and bowyers diary. Google delsbows or bowyers diary to find me.
I'm in the UK (Essex).
Del

richsmith:
Hi Del, already one step ahead of you!!! Had a good look around at your blog and site already along with the 'back-street bowyer' - loads of great info...

Im going to have a practise run with some kiln dried ash, I do have a question though; I know the best woods are yew, ash, elm but I can get my hands on some holly, sloe/ blackwood and cherry soon... would these woods be any good for making a longbow? Im about to clear some space in the garden and these trees are literally 'for the chop'  >:D

Del the cat:
I think all of those will make a bow, Cherry has a reputation for being a bit brittle, so is often backed with something (Ash works well)
Dunno if they will necessarilly make a warbow, but if you make 'em long and a bit wider you will doubtless get some sort of bow. I'd start with something more manageable, A 40 - 50# bow is going to be much easier than a 100# and it will teach you plenty.
Gather any wood you can, as it can be seasoning while you are looking for some better stuff.
A stave in the shed is worth 2 in the woods.
Del

richsmith:
A stave in the shed is worth two in the woods... I like that, could be a signature  ;)

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