Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: BryanR on January 31, 2015, 03:21:11 pm
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Bamboo backed Yellowheart. 30# at 27". 64" NTN, 1 1/4" limbs, 3/8" tips. The inner limbs are slightly hinged.
I've had trouble stringing bows during tiller, so I got this down until I could comfortably slip the string to the nock. Turned out to be 30#. May have to go to the gym.. :) Probably should make to a tillering tree.
On my last bow, Del suggested a more finished tip. I'm very happy with the way the oak overlays look on this one. Thanks Del.
I wanted a lower weight bow to practice with - this one should give me plenty of target time.
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Yo, nice lookin' bow. Great leatherwork.
The low draw weight bows can be surprisingly quick. One of my nicest is about 30#-35#
Del
(Yeah and that nock is much smoother ;D )
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Now make it more narrow >:D
Beautiful work!
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Nice bow, I like the color. If you have troubles stringing bow you can make a stringer, you just need a string and a piece of leather.
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Nice work on a great looking bow!
I used to have problems with the string popping off on the tillering tree. That will get your heart pumping :) Now I put overlays on right away and make a deep enough groove with a chainsaw file.
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Really like the stain/dye job....always have like black and red combination.......
DBar
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Nice work!
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Nice job with that bow. Yes, my all means, get you a bow stringer. You always need one whether building bows or not. That will help you out for sure. Great leather work indeed. Keep it going.
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Nice work. Doesn't look like there is a hinge, thought the upper limb may be bending a little more near the fade.
You didn't ask, but, your drawing wrist is held at an angle that can irritate the tendons, on the outside. It's also just easier to hold the back of the hand in line with the forearm.
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I agree Jim.....Bryan, if you would show the F/D pic with and arrow it will help to see the angles or the lack of.........................
DBar
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Good job!
And, yes, I too much appreciate a lower-pulling stick. Then I can shoot, 'n' shoot, 'n' shoot, ............
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Nice color on that bow! I'm thinking of making a 35# target bow soon. Looking good!
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Watch that pau am it may well chrysal over time in the spot where it's bend too much. It holds up for a good while then starts going, although this has been on much heavier bows for me.
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Thanks guys. Appreciate the comments and advice. I'll incorporate all of them!
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Nice bow, and that's red indeed!!
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Love that red. What type of stain or die is that
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I have a target bow that loves red too...it just cant seem to find the yellow in the middle ;D ;)
It looks nice!
Was this made through a class associated with Woodcrafters? I keep hearing about these bamboo backed yellow-heart bow classes through woodcrafters. Would be interested t learn more about them.
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Love that red. What type of stain or die is that
It's TransTint Concentrated Dye mixed with denatured alcohol. On the bamboo, if you don't like how it looks you can just start over.
Was this made through a class associated with Woodcrafters? I keep hearing about these bamboo backed yellow-heart bow classes through woodcrafters. Would be interested t learn more about them.
I took a class with Boise Bows and Arrows last year. This stave i ordered separately before Christmas. Same as the one from class, just a bit shorter. They have glue your own or pre-made. The wood and the dimensions are very forgiving, so you can concentrate on tillering or finishing.
I'm working my way up on difficulty. Have a red oak board next, and have some oak and maple seasoning. A finished split stave is my goal for 2015. :)
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Good goal to have!! Welcome!