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Otzi Bowstring was made from Sinew

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Knoll:
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/12/18/scientists-identify-5300-year-old-sinew-bowstring-used-otzi/?fbclid=IwAR2bBZlHWuw0OUUcktguzbBOjTYyr6v6oQy2-6JkclFxGiA7spJeX6sR59I

GlisGlis:
that length of cord was identified as vegetal (probably linden bark) and with a diameter not suitable for a bow string
Now they say it's sinew and perfect for a bow. I wonder if it's the last shocking revelation or if others will follow

Hawkdancer:
Undoubtably, more to come!
Hawkdancer

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