Bow making - Here you will find all materials and classes!
Are you fascinated by the history of the bow and
bow making? Is archery, in particular with classic wooden longbows, one of your
favorite hobbies? Excellent, in principle you already meet the requirements to
build your own bow. In addition to the necessary materials, which you can get
here, building a high-quality and beautiful bow also requires enthusiasm for the
hobby itself. In addition, you need expert instruction or, in case you have
already built a bow yourself, possibly some tips and tricks. You can get these
on the internet or in books on the subject or you take some classes on bow
making.
First things first: The right wood for bow making
Throughout history, numerous peoples on all
continents have made their bows for hunting or fighting from different types of
wood. In Europe, yew was popular for a long time, while bows were made from
bamboo in Africa due to the geographical conditions. Nowadays, many bow makers
rely on ash, as this type of wood is both heavy and impact resistant, making it
suitable for both bow making and arrow making. It is important, however, to use
stored wood. This is the reason why various ash blanks for the riser and limbs
that you can buy at our store have been stored for at least three years. For the
outer covering of the bow, laminates are glued on as well as various other
accessories, which you can also get from us in a set. Special glue with high
adhesive strength is suitable for gluing.