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Main Discussion Area => Arrows => Topic started by: Thwackaddict on September 16, 2010, 10:37:17 am

Title: Hemlock for shafts?
Post by: Thwackaddict on September 16, 2010, 10:37:17 am

Any one ever try hemlock for shafts?I'm thinking its gonna be too soft but not sure.Had some gave to me and trying to figure out what to do with it?

Title: Re: Hemlock for shafts?
Post by: bobnewboy on September 16, 2010, 11:13:41 am

Hi,

Yes, I saw some lovely ones made by Chris Boyton, and he was very happy with them.  He is one of the UK's premier bowyers and knows his stuff.

Title: Re: Hemlock for shafts?
Post by: Thwackaddict on September 16, 2010, 11:20:45 am

Hmmmm,this is pretty strait grained stuff so I'll give it a shot!Thanks bob!!

Title: Re: Hemlock for shafts?
Post by: Far East Archer on September 16, 2010, 04:31:42 pm

I agree, it should make good arrow. The species I use is quite hard and light weight, excellent stiffness and I like how it sands smooth.

Title: Re: Hemlock for shafts?
Post by: Diligence on September 17, 2010, 11:28:36 pm

http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,11439.0.html

I have.....it worked well, it breaks a bit on the brittle side, but no worse than the cedar or poplar arrows I've shot.

Cheers,
J