This is the limb shape at rest. I steamed and pressed the individual laminations into shape first, then a couple of days later glued them up and placed them in the same form/press. This one limb on it's own will pull to 19lbs (with more in reserve). I am going to make a holding jig to enable me to clamp the limb to the bench more or less vertically, with a 5-10 degree forward tilt, to simulate the intended handle reflex, and then do another test. The final draw length & poundage will depend on whether I use a 5 degree handle reflex or a 10 degree one. As long as the finished bow comes up between 30-40lbs, and can make a 28 inch draw, I'll be happy.
