Primitive Archer

Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: aero86 on November 10, 2010, 12:59:49 am

Title: sinew question..
Post by: aero86 on November 10, 2010, 12:59:49 am

got some sinew the other day.  its back sinew so its long and flat.  i plan to use it for backing a bow with.  ive processed some of it, using a plastic brush to comb it.  i broke it, and the brushed it a bit.  most of it got pretty fine.  question is, when processing sinew for backing, do you comb it fine or can you leave it kinda coarse.. like 1/8 inch wide or so?

also, ive got a piece of osage, but i really dont think its gonna work, so im thinking of just using a piece of red oak again to create a asian style bow.  sinew backed this time, but still 48 inches long with siyahs..

Title: Re: sinew question..
Post by: HoBow on November 10, 2010, 05:20:18 am

I've read there is no performance difference in fine or thicker, but I'm processing them finer for looks.