Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: ravenbeak on April 14, 2013, 01:10:46 am
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Hi all,
My question is around what diameter do you make the tips for the yew english longbows. I have done the trick with the speedbore wood bit carved down to a point to drill out the horn. I have been using a half inch bit, and it has been working great. To date the heaviest bow I have built using this bit has been 65lbs. I am looking to make an 85lb bow, Do you think I can get away with the same bit and the tip diameter at half inch. Or should I step up to a 5/8 inch bit and add a bit more meat to the tips.
Thanks,
Jamie
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1/2" is just about where you want to be, or maybe even a smudge under...though I wouldn't risk it with yew.
Most warbows are 1/2" at the base of the horn nock where the horn meets wood.
If I were you I would just go with 1/2".
cheers
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1/2 inch is plenty.
Horn nocks can be a lot smaller than people think.....thats not to say it isn't scary when you string up a heavy bow with 'minimalist' nocks..... ;D