This bow is more of an experiment than anything and I have fun with it. It is 48" long, 1" wide at handle down to 3/8 tips. It is 40# @ 20" and does stack hard. It has taken way to much set and string follow is severe. I don't think it will last very long, but I've already shot it perhaps 50 times, or so. I didn't heat treat the belly before tillering and I hadn't given it any reflex. I'm posting another D bow tomorrow that has fared much better from heat treating and reflex, but I digress.
The stain is, I think, the most interesting part. I used the juicer with fresh beet root. For anyone that hasn't juiced a beet, the stuff is like blood but more watery. I coated it 3 times and there is some pulpy fiber still in the finish, so it's textured some. But I kinda like it. Makes me wonder what else I can juice for stains? I wrapped the handle real simple with hemp.
Wasn't going to post it for BOM with the string follow and all, but OldBow made me feel guilty for not participating with my father's day hickory. Must be a skill picked up from his days teaching?! Just kiddin.
I taught bio for a few years, too.
I'm posting things for feedback and thoughts so feel free to fire away with stuff.
Thanks,
Parnell
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