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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: dreamcraft_archery on April 26, 2021, 09:35:36 am

Title: Yew Shortbow
Post by: dreamcraft_archery on April 26, 2021, 09:35:36 am

Hi guys!

I'd like to show you my latest creation. It's european yew flatbow. 37" ntn drawing 45lbs at 18". I hollowed a knot just below the handle. That was a tough stick to tiller. The bow bends on the whole length. Nocks are reinforced with bog oak. The bow was slightly heat treated and after some shooting it has 1-2" of set. That was just for fun project.

Here is build along video I made for this bow:
https://youtu.be/NByZgIdE96s

All the best for you guys, stay safe!

Title: Re: Yew Shortbow
Post by: PaSteve on April 26, 2021, 09:42:56 am

Excellent job on a very tough looking stave! Really enjoyed the video.

Title: Re: Yew Shortbow
Post by: Pat B on April 26, 2021, 10:32:40 am

You nailed that tough stave. Beautiful work and excellent tiller.  :OK

Title: Re: Yew Shortbow
Post by: bradsmith2010 on April 26, 2021, 11:57:50 pm

beautiful,, :)

Title: Re: Yew Shortbow
Post by: dreamcraft_archery on April 27, 2021, 06:07:09 am

Thank you guys! I like such challenging pieces  (-_)

Title: Re: Yew Shortbow
Post by: gutpile on April 28, 2021, 10:16:31 am

I see your bows on instagram all the time.. impressive.. you like the tough stuff...gut