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Main Discussion Area => Bows => Topic started by: ajooter on August 14, 2024, 10:07:05 pm

Title: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: ajooter on August 14, 2024, 10:07:05 pm

I found a nice piece of ash while I was at work and split it into a bunch of staves.  This particular stave didnt split as well so i decided to make a lighter weight bow for my friends daughter.  Its 20# or so at 28".  Dyed the back with red and violet leather dye.  I was hoping for a more violet color but the outcome wasnt bad.  Belly was done in steel wool and vinegar.  I like the grain orientation on the handle so I didnt cover it up with a handle wrap.  I also made more of an indexed handle thats pretty comfy.

(https://i.imgur.com/t9FPdf9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/c9D1Alo.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ynxXiWQ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/2OsnOf9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/9EFbduN.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TgtG20V.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3xXOdKi.jpg)

Title: Re: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: Aaron1726 on August 15, 2024, 12:31:31 am

That's an awesome lookin bow, I bet she is gonna love it.  I like the colors too.  Turned out really nice.

Title: Re: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: Hamish on August 15, 2024, 02:53:47 am

Yep, She's going to love it. Lucky kid.

Title: Re: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: superdav95 on August 15, 2024, 04:46:26 pm

Good lookin bow there!

Title: Re: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: Will B on August 15, 2024, 04:50:28 pm

Very nice bow!  She will love it. I agree, the grain in the handle looks awesome. Look forward to seeing what you make from the rest of your staves.

Title: Re: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: otoy.com on August 19, 2024, 02:49:22 am

That's an awesome bow! :OK

Title: Re: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: Pappy on August 19, 2024, 08:51:06 am

She will love that, nice work. Might even get you a hug.  ;)
 Pappy

Title: Re: Ash Reflexed Longbow 64" ttt 20#@28"
Post by: ajooter on August 20, 2024, 11:17:11 am

Thank you guys I got a full draw Pic I'll post when I can.  Working on a small bow for her sister from a splinter that was an offsplit.