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billmac:
Does anyone use something other than leather for bow handles?  I don't have any right now and can't afford any.  Ideas?  Suggestions?

Thanks

welch2:
you can use cordage ,such as hemp or jute string. just wrap it tightly around the handle and tie it off like serving.

Ralph

Coo-wah-chobee:
yup-as Ralph said or if u have it can use HMMM-coconut husk,bromeliad, milkweed,all kinds of vines, inner bark from trees,palm leaves. Nice thing is learn how to make cordage to do it ! ;D..bob

venisonburger:
I just used string on a two short bows, I really like the way it feels.
VB

welch2:
you can also wool or other fabric ,you can use one piece just like leather or you can cut it into a narrow strip and wrap it like cordage.Or you can braid or use a weave with a strip of cloth.Be creative ,look at my thread My brother braided a piece of wire into a handle.

http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,2260.0.html

Ralph

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