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Offline dreamcraft_archery

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Apple shortbow "Stormhunter"
« on: February 10, 2019, 04:26:36 am »
Hi again!
Firstly, I am very thankful for such kind welcome.
I'd like to share one of my favourite bows. It's made from apple tree branch. It has very specific design - I simply adore playing with staves and making various bows. Flax backing and full cow horn nocks. It draws about 35lbs at 19" and it's only 46" long . About 1,5cm reflex at rest. Linseed oil finish.
I named it "Stormhunter" inspired by one of the photos.

Offline ohma2

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Re: Apple shortbow "Stormhunter"
« Reply #1 on: February 10, 2019, 08:48:02 am »
I like your bow and it looks good a full draw.i have to inquire though ,why all the wrapping on the limb tips?

Offline dreamcraft_archery

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Re: Apple shortbow "Stormhunter"
« Reply #2 on: February 10, 2019, 12:17:47 pm »
To be honest it's wrapped only to look good.  ;D

Offline stuckinthemud

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Re: Apple shortbow "Stormhunter"
« Reply #3 on: February 10, 2019, 01:57:17 pm »
I love working with apple wood, and I love the tiller on that little bow, I bet it spits out an arrow really fast, I was just wondering if those levers couldn't be slimmed down a little?

Offline Pappy

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Re: Apple shortbow "Stormhunter"
« Reply #4 on: February 10, 2019, 06:20:37 pm »
Nice work on a short stick. :)
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