Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: barebo on January 23, 2010, 08:18:22 pm
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Well, I got to add the arrow rest - graduated leather strips, and wrap the handle with 1/8" leather lace. I opted for a Hill style grip.
In order to get pics up here, I had to compromise detailed shots. I wish I was more computer / camera saavy !! All in all, the bow performs well. Very light mass wise, although the Ash is a bit on the thick side for a backing. It is my first experience with Ipe, and I
learned a lot!! I'm going to make some Hickory backing strips, and may try a Bamboo backing at some point. 70" ntn and draws an honest 65#@ 27".
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looks really good. Bending nicely. Ipe doesnt mind having a thick backing like that and I think it can actually help bring the mass down. As long as its not so thin that it frets you should be good.
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Nice looking bow, you ought to be proud.
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I forgot to add - shot at least 200 arrows this afternoon - my shoulder knows it !! Ended up with an inch of follow (set??), and no frets or funny stuff yet. Looking forward to starting number 2 !!
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i'm a huge fan of thick backings on ipe.
looks like it'll launch a heavy arrow with some authority!
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Congrats on your new bow and I believe ash backed ipe may be a first :)
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I like the contrast between the Ipe and Ash.
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A very nice bow, the contrast between the ash and the Ipe is great.
And from my experience Ipe like thicker backings from ash or hickory.
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Your bow looks real good Barebo. I really like the look of the Ash. Thicker backings with Ipe will become much more common on these bows once folks catch on. I know a few of these guys have figured out a favorite trick of mine..and you have too!
Rich
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Good job. I think there is a good partnership between ash and Ipe. I backed my last hickory bow with ash:
http://www.primitivearcher.com/smf/index.php/topic,16978.0.html
and it is one of my best performing bows, ever.
Got your weapon all bookmarked for January Laminate Bow of the Month fun.
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Great job barebo...looks great!
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Looks really nice!
More details please...! ;D ;D ;D
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That's a nice looking bow Barebow.I really like it. God Bless
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Thanks everyone for the positive input. Seeing what has been and what is in process here is a pleasure and wealth of information for me!! I always wanted to build a longbow, and after seeing for example, Richard's beautiful Ipe creations, I sought out and found a local source for a nice board. I bought a 1'x6'x10' clear board and was able to take 4' from the end and saw it into 4 equal 1-1/4" wide x 4' long pieces. I spliced 2 to make this one. Simply cut a foot from each end. It's just over 1-3/16" at the fades and straight tapers to a bit over 3/8" at the upper tip, and is 7/16'' at the bottom tip. The Ash was ripped from a stave that was destined for a flatbow, but I had no other backing, so I said "why not???". Because the Ash was really variable in thickness along it's entire length, it was tricky to tiller, but fun and challenging. I made a LOT of reddish brown shavings. If I get it back to my full draw and get a nice clean release, it casts a nice arrow. Not a screamer, but inside of 20 yds, I'd be confident to harvest a deer handily.
I want to thank everyone for helping me make this one a shooter !!!
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that looks really nice Barebo! I am glad you finally got your finish to dry on it! remember to try the acetone trick on your next one, it really helps alot. The tiller looks great on it and I really love the braced profile, you really did a great job! :) -josh
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That is a nice stick you built. Love the way the ash looks. Congrats on a beautiful bow.
Eric