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Video Build Along 150# Yew warbow

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Del the cat:

--- Quote from: Stalker on September 21, 2016, 01:25:20 am ---Yes that is what I asked. Very interesting that long string and at the brace show practically same draw weight. This is definitely eye opener for me now, I'll use that reference in future.

Am I right to assume this bow would be thinner if it was Alpine Yew? And when starts process of applying horns?

P.S.
Few days ago I made double pulley, really strong, tiller tree so I am ready for the warbows. That is why I must read and ask everything.

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I wouldn't make any assumptions about Yew based on it's ring thickness, colour, country of origin, altitude it was grown at etc.
I only use the long string thing on Warbows, I don't think its accurate or appropriate on lighter bows it is very useful on warbows as they are very difficult to brace early on.
Del

Del the cat:

--- Quote from: meanewood on September 20, 2016, 07:37:47 pm ---Looking good Del
What is the center width and depth?

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42.2 x 38.7mm
But I'll let you know when it's finished! :laugh:
Del

mikekeswick:

--- Quote from: Del the cat on September 21, 2016, 02:33:22 am ---
--- Quote from: Stalker on September 21, 2016, 01:25:20 am ---Yes that is what I asked. Very interesting that long string and at the brace show practically same draw weight. This is definitely eye opener for me now, I'll use that reference in future.

Am I right to assume this bow would be thinner if it was Alpine Yew? And when starts process of applying horns?

P.S.
Few days ago I made double pulley, really strong, tiller tree so I am ready for the warbows. That is why I must read and ask everything.

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I wouldn't make any assumptions about Yew based on it's ring thickness, colour, country of origin, altitude it was grown at etc.
I only use the string thing on Warbows, I don't think its accurate or appropriate on lighter bows it is very useful on warbows as they are very difficult to brace early on.
Del

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That is a stout stick Del!
Any bow will show accurate draw weight readings on the long string versus braced. the weight doesn't matter. It's quite handy really :)

Del the cat:

--- Quote from: mikekeswick on September 21, 2016, 03:24:23 am ---
--- Quote from: Del the cat on September 21, 2016, 02:33:22 am ---
--- Quote from: Stalker on September 21, 2016, 01:25:20 am ---Yes that is what I asked. Very interesting that long string and at the brace show practically same draw weight. This is definitely eye opener for me now, I'll use that reference in future.

Am I right to assume this bow would be thinner if it was Alpine Yew? And when starts process of applying horns?

P.S.
Few days ago I made double pulley, really strong, tiller tree so I am ready for the warbows. That is why I must read and ask everything.

--- End quote ---
I wouldn't make any assumptions about Yew based on it's ring thickness, colour, country of origin, altitude it was grown at etc.
I only use the string thing on Warbows, I don't think its accurate or appropriate on lighter bows it is very useful on warbows as they are very difficult to brace early on.
Del

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That is a stout stick Del!
Any bow will show accurate draw weight readings on the long string versus braced. the weight doesn't matter. It's quite handy really :)

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Yeah, it's one of those things I learned late, but I'm happy to keep learning... With lighter bows I just like to get to brace early as IMO it gives a truer view of the tiller.
Getting this sucker to brace is a right palaver with the winch rope and the tiller rope both going through the pulley and Emily Cat patting at the loose ends :laugh: . She wanders through the workshop sharpening her claws on my target boss and looking for spiders like she owns the place... mind if she's in there when a bow explodes it will curb her enthusiasm >:D
Del

FilipT:
What is the easiest way to brace heavy weight bows? Btw, is that bow for you, i.e. will you shoot it or is intended for someone else?

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