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First attempt build a long !
BowEd:
Aaron...Ya I know what you mean there.He should only have sinew on 44 to 46 inches of the bow though including the 8" handle.He'll be drawing it to 30" I presume which the bow should handle that pretty easily yet too.
This all depends kinda on how much reflex Ritch induces into the bow.I know he's tentative about it but it's up to him.It's a first time type bow for him having not tillered a bow with a whole lot of reflex but 10 t 12 inches should be doable easily.
I've always used to had to C clamp the bow to the tlllering tree to tiller it but since I made that peg board which I guess he might it should'nt be a problem getting it to brace and then tillering on the tillering tree.
I'l let Ritch comment himself on his intentions.
Stick Bender:
Aaron thanks for the comments by most composite standards I agree but there is a couple caveats in this case , this bow is strickly a hunting type bow for legal reason I have to go to the field unstrung and string primitive type stringer in the blind or stand so thats a huge consideration , but by Eds reports with this design being similar should be able to get 180-190 Fps 500 grain arrow Im not looking for a rocket per say on this one just a very durable reliable hunting stable bow Im in the shop now and after Ed's and Mikes and what you said Arron sugestions , Im shortening the working limb & TTT so no need for butt joint/length so far I figure 15 1/4 horn/limb 0.005 tapper core/limb & 57-60 TTT just trying to calculate draw weight with the mods still trying for 45-50 lb , Aaron this is my first composite & Im trying to take baby steps along the way but I dont want a dog ether once I get the system down I will make a more effecent composite !
Aaron H:
It really is looking good so far Ritch. Have you seen how the Koreans string their bows, sitting cross legged with no tools? With a light weight bow like your are aiming for, using this technique you should be able to string your bow in the field with a little practice.
I too am working on my first horn sinew composite right now, so I understand what you mean, crawl before your walk....
Stick Bender:
Also I plan on shooting heavy arrows 600-650 grain out of this bow so Im not looking at getting Eds numbers but here is the lay out with 62 TTT & 16 1/4 horn Im still leaning towards the longer 62 in. & butt jointing the exstention and I might prep some more horn and see if I can get some longer slats ,well see Im in no hurry just trying to get it right for what Im trying to do these bows are pretty work intensive for the time I have to put in so weighing my options !
Aaron H:
Your plan on using matching grooves, or no?
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