This is a good start to a take down bow. Or, a spring-pole wood lathe. Or, an automatic shop door closer.
Last week when i started really pulling on my new, first, osage I didn't trust it. So, I held the bow string stiff armed out in front and pulled the bow handle back. Then, if it popped the chunks wouldn't hit my face (just my left wrist where all the arteries are).
I have been putting off shooting with goggles on. I do it without question at the pistol range. Your picture has moved me a step closer to putting them on along with the tabs and arm guard.
Glad you got away unharmed when this happened.
piper