Handbooks Guides & How-Tos Bows for consideration, 2014-01-08

jack_froste submitted a new resource:

Making Bows, Crossbows and Archery - if and when all else fails , and the ammo has run out, consider a lighter and quieter approach to hu

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Some good useful information here. Bows have their place in the scheme of things for hunting and personal protection. Being able to make your own bow is a useful skill. Thanks for posting.

 

Great files. I recently got some books on making PVC pipe bows (flattening them and then bending them). I'm going to work on the techniques, and then try to design something like a Scythian horse bow. I'll let everyone know, but it's likely to take 6 months or so. I take the slow but sure method of learning new hand skills.

 

Been trying for the past few months to make a bow for my son. This is going to be very helpful. Thanks

 

Bud from the NC mts makes his own. Last two had 55 and 57 #s of pull. More than enough to bring down a deer/etc. At close range a broadhead has more power than a 30-06.

 

That is awesome! I would love to learn that skill.

 

He comes to our gatherings--next one is 19-21 April. Can get you in contact with him. PM and will find his info.