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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: Shadow Walker on December 06, 2009, 08:15:08 pm

Title: wood core, yes or no?
Post by: Shadow Walker on December 06, 2009, 08:15:08 pm

I've posted this another site as well, and need as many opinions as possible:
I have some horn on order for a horn and sinew bow. From what i have learned, the native american horn bow did not have a wooden core, yet the asiatic composite bows had a wooden core. What is the significance of the wooden core? Is it just a "platform" for glueing the horn and sinew to, or is there a more predominant reason?
I have constructed and pre tillered a wooden core, but now, I wonder if it is even needed. The bow I'm attempting is a sort of "hybrid" very short (46") and 2.5" at the widest part of the limbs which taper to 0.5" at the tips. It is however, more like an asian type horn bow without the heavy syahs.
Any thoughts on what would be the best plan of attack would be apreciated.

Title: Re: wood core, yes or no?
Post by: Justin Snyder on December 06, 2009, 11:37:10 pm

I'm assuming you mean sheep horn.  The major advantage to the wood core that I can see is being able to glue it into a uniform profile more easily.