Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: papoints on July 05, 2013, 09:49:45 pm
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Well, judging by the shattered pieces of red oak in the backyard I should probably just stick with knapping. Lol, that rascal hit me in the forehead and the stomach at the same time. I really want to make some kind of a shooter for the upcoming deer season but I can't seem to get it right. They fall too light or they blow apart. What do you guys think would be the easiest design for a newbie to learn on? I don't care if it is graceful or even symmetrical. I just need 45# at 28 inches. Thanks for your help. ;D
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Hickory pyramid is the best for a beginner. Hickory is very harx to break and a pyramid bow is very easy to make.
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Bendy handle ELB style with a flat belly, quarter-sawn board bow, 70" long, 68" NTN. Its forgiving, easy, and simple.
Go from 1 1/2 wide at the handle to 1/2 inch tips. Thickness taper as necessary for tillering.
I used red oak, but I think hickory, white oak, and HARD maple will work fine.