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bownarra:
Why do you ask? Once laminated to the other components its hysteresis becomes a part of the whole anyway.
It's best to do these sort of tests yourself. Glue up a test 'limb'.

DC:
I got two sets of horns when I bought mine. I'm not sure if I want to go through making another Turkish type bow. Just wondering about using the other set on a more conventional bow. They're 28" point to head end so I might get a 62" bow. Maybe the boo backed RD design that seems to be crushing my Yew.

Pat B:
DC, over the years a few guys here on PA buils convential bows with horn bellies. Tim Ott was one I believe.

DC:
I don't think I want to go too conventional. I'm thinking something that is too much reflex for a wood belly but with a bamboo back. I'm not a big sinew fan. Not sure why, maybe the waiting :D

Pat B:
Horn belly would probably be a good option for a boo back.

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