Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Arrows => Topic started by: tipi stuff on May 11, 2013, 10:28:24 pm
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I just finished one out of 5 Lakota style game arrows. It's made from rough leaf dogwood. It is 24 inches long, and a little over 3/4 of an inch at the blunt end. I've got a lot of wood to shave to finish the set. Curtis
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Nice arrow.........Could you post a close up of the point and fletching?
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how do those turkey tail feathers work for plains style arrows?
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I'm not sure if these will be big enough. It's become dark outside, so I'll have to get photos tomorrow if these don't work. I tried to crop them in their original size. The nock is flared, and two sides of the blunt end have flat spots on them. I painted the flat areas red. I've seen several Lakota arrows that had the sides flattened. They could even be flattened on four sides to make a square end.
I usually use wing feathers, but I haven't had any problems with the tails. My subconscience may have kicked in and told me to save the wings for pointed arrows. I hadn't thought about it!?! CC
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Nice - really like that ! Bob
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Awesome blunt! Can you post pics of the dogwood pieces you are starting with? I take it these are splits you are reducing down and not shoots?
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Thanks all. I'll try ti get some photos this afternoon. These are from shoots.
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Nice been thinking about making some of those how do they shoot do they go very far or is the blunt pretty heavy.
Rob
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Yesterday was my first time to shoot one with an end this big. It shot great! The largest original ones I've been able to find are about 1 1/4 inch diameter. I'm not sure if I cut any sticks large enough to make one that size. If not, I'll make some larger one's next year!
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Okay, here are a couple of prospective blunts. I also re-painted my original blunt this morning. I think I like the red ochre color better. CC
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8)
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with that much weight up front you really shouldn't need much -if any- fletching
in order for those to go where you point 'em.
looks great btw!
something else to add to my to-do list..
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thats a sweet arrow, you font see many recreating these.
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nice! dp
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They have turkeys in North and South Dakota, Minn. so I am sure the Souix could get turkey feathers!
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them are some good lookin arras!!
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Well, I've got two of them now. I would like to have a set of 6, but at this rate I won't be finished until July.
Killir duck, yes on the turkey use. Lots of Lakota arrows used them. The Buechel Museum has quite a few that are fletched with turkey. I'll paste a couple of links on here so you can see some.
http://www.sfmissionmuseum.org/archive/images/bmlm_725.jpg
http://www.sfmissionmuseum.org/archive/images/bmlm_724.jpg
Also; new arrow attached.
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Sweet looking arrows tipi stuff. Making an arrow like that by reducing a shoot takes a lot of time but is worth it in the end. I've done a handful of those myself and have a few more cut to start soon. Yours are very nice indeed, pleasing to look at.
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Very cool arrows/blunts.I have some oversized sourwood shoots that was wondering what to do with,now I know. :)
Pappy
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Great to see that you took a break from your "lurking perch" and posted something! Great looking arrows. Are those the ones you were working on over at my place?
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Hey Slim! Yes, same shafts. I still have several more to do, but I have to find some time. This morning has been reserved for cutting out rawhide bags.
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Your arrow making prowess has been called into question down here. I have defended you but I need your help. Please make 12 28" Dogwood shafts, spined at 50 lbs. Self nocks, 3 Turkey wing feathers in a slight helical fletch 5 inches long. I will defend your work to the best of my ability.
PS. Prepaid freight is best.
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Slimbob, hopefully I can get by the hardware store this afternoon to
buy, I mean cut you some nice shafts. Please be sure to wait by the mailbox, as I intend to mail them as a rush order. If they do not arrive in the next several hours, be patient and remain by the mailbox. They are almost on their way as I am typing this.
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Hey thanks Curt, I am standing by awaiting their arrival. Well, actually I sent Deb to the mailbox and told her to wait on them. I assured her of your promise that they are on their way. She just called and said nothing has arrived as of yet. Keep in mind that our mailbox is several miles from the house, so it took her quite a while to walk over there. Told her no sense in walking back, just hang out and wait on them (again assured her of YOUR promise). I will call you when they arrive. Keep in mind, this is all for you buddy!
Thanks
Slim
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Slimbob, I am sending this photo as an enticing peek at the contents of your package. I know you wanted a matched set, so I am giddy with excitement at the pending arrival of your package. I believe you requested a 28 inch length. You can thank me later. Do not let Jake shoot these. Remember, they are not a toy and I do not want to be responsible for someone losing an eye.
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Wish I could see the picture, my little hand-held distorts the pictures so bad you can't make much of them. I'm sure they are as top shelf as the rest of your work. Small change of plans. Juan called, and his Kickapoo brothers down in Eagle Pass have asked for a dozen authentic Dogwood shafts for their museum. I have left instructions with the post office to forward these to them when they arrive. I know you are not into this for the money, (I have always admired that about you), and so I won't insult you with an offer to split the money. No Sir. Instead, a letter (from you) will be sent along with the arrows explaining their design and construction, and all of your contact info. I wish to give you all the credit, so nowhere does my name appear. I am sure they will be thrilled! No need to thank me Curt. Just knowing the joy you are feeling right now is all the thanks I need. Well, that and the money. :)