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Offline papoints

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Bow Design question
« on: July 05, 2013, 09:49:45 pm »
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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Offline BOWMAN53

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Re: Bow Design question
« Reply #1 on: July 05, 2013, 09:58:19 pm »
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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Offline Thesquirrelslinger

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Re: Bow Design question
« Reply #2 on: July 05, 2013, 09:59:31 pm »
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.
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