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[TimothyR]

I like it. It's a very smooth shooter. It turned out lighter than I'd hoped but it's still in the weight range that I had to hit. I've been told that it can crystal *  it is holding up. I have to shot it in some lore then I can ship. Hopefully it will hold up. it sure is purdy though! 

[liyeliye123123]

The ''bow trade'' bow is all finished up. This is the first ever bamboo backed english longbow Ive ever made and I put in a lot of effert to make sure that there is no string follow on this bow. I like the result very much and Im confident to say that this is the best ELB I've ever made.

thanks

[Kidder]

Liyeliye123123 - that is an beautiful bow, but those tips are otherworldly AMAZING! Someone is going to be really happy!

[dylanholderman]

Liyeliye123123 - that is an beautiful bow, but those tips are otherworldly AMAZING! Someone is going to be really happy!

Said it better then I ever could!

I’m assuming you used ipe for the belly, what are the stats on it?
And I really admire the fishhook looking tip, I’m not normally one for overly fancy knocks but you pulled it off so well that I’m tempted to try it myself 

[TimothyR]

The ''bow trade'' bow is all finished up. This is the first ever bamboo backed english longbow Ive ever made and I put in a lot of effert to make sure that there is no string follow on this bow. I like the result very much and Im confident to say that this is the best ELB I've ever made.

thanks

That is a beautiful bow.

[Sagebrush]

Perfect!

[Flntknp17]

Agree with the above......that yew bow is spectacular!

Matt

[sleek]

The ''bow trade'' bow is all finished up. This is the first ever bamboo backed english longbow Ive ever made and I put in a lot of effert to make sure that there is no string follow on this bow. I like the result very much and Im confident to say that this is the best ELB I've ever made.

thanks

You are by far one of the most talented bowyers on this site. Whoever gets any of your bows is very lucky indeed!

[hoosierf]

That’s outstanding Li. Well done.

[DC]

Beautiful bow LL. The tips aren't my cup of tea but the bow is gorgeous! Much like all your bows.

[liyeliye123123]

Thanks guys!!! Yes it is a Bamboo backed ipe ELB, 43 pounds @ 28 inches.

[sleek]

My bows ( not certain yet which to send off ) are done. Next week I will pick one to apply finish on and call it done. I have several and im really not certain which to send.

[Swampman]

I have two bows completed and I am working on finish work now.  I am not sure which I am going to send yet. I have been shooting both of them a lot, I just need to figure out which to send.  Maybe it will be the one that looks the best after the finish is completed. 

[M2A]

As I was ready to apply stains to the hickory piece I been working on I found a small fret in the corner about mid limb on the top limb. Think I did not round the corner enough in that spot. Never saw it until then, too bad.

On the bright side I have 2 locust bows shot in and will start the final finish work on the one I figure I'm sending. also started on one last build for the trade(time permitting). Another locust woodland style. Thin ringed but dense wood. Got it heat treated and straightened up the other day. Will start to tiller tomorrow night and see where it goes. Have a game plan and if it shows promise will post some pics.
Mike       

     

[bushboy]

Been shooting this one lots..I don't have a scale but feels plenty heavy...plain finish but I like it!