European ash selfbow 40#@28"

[dreamcraft_archery]

So here is my newest bow. Made from ash (Fraxinus excelsior) cut by me nearly 2 years ago. There is some heartwood left on handle. Bow is about 72" long and draws about 40# at 28". Great pleasure to work with this piece of wood. I applied leather grip and arrow-pass plate made from cow horn and yew heartwood.

[dreamcraft_archery]

More pics.

[Del the cat]

I love the limbs  .
But, if I'm allowed to critique a little.... I can't imagine the square corners on the grip being comfortable in the hand
Del
Apologies if my comment isn't welcomed 

[SLIMBOB]

Nice work. I agree with Del that the handle looks blocky. Having said that, refinement is an ongoing thing for me, and the handle area has always been challenging. Tiller looks pretty good!

[dreamcraft_archery]

Thanks for comments guys! I appreciate your straight opinions.
To be honest I am still learning and I like to have fun with various designs. In that case handle may be a bit blocky but I don't mind it and find it decently comfortable.

[Ryan Jacob]

Love the character on it, not too much but still noticeable. I think you could make the tips shallower and it’d really make it more aesthetically pleasing.

[dreamcraft_archery]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts Ryan. I will consider it making next bow.