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The Traditional Bowyer's Bible (Volume 2) [ILLUSTRATED] (Hardcover)

by Jim Hamm (Editor)
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Released in 1992, 1993, and 1994, respectively, this trio provides a remarkably in-depth analysis of the bow from its construction to its correct use. Numerous types of bows and arrows from all over the world are discussed by leading experts in the field. The emphasis here is on the history of these weapons and methods for building them from scratch, just as they were made before the advent of firearms. Though this might not find a huge audience, it is nonetheless an excellent series.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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The knowledge, experience and craftsmanship of the contributors are tributes to one of the great primitive hunting arts. -- Gray's Sporting Journal --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

  • Hardcover: 318 pages
  • Publisher: Lyons Pr; illustrated edition edition (January 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1558212078
  • ISBN-13: 978-1558212077
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.5 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,181,474 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars the beginning bowyers goldmine, May 7, 2004
By dave (Victoria, Australia) - See all my reviews
If, like me, you find yourself searching the internet endlessly for articles on making longbows, composite bows and everything in between, then look no further. Together, the three volumes in this set would have to be among, if not THE the most valuable texts on making archery tackle that there is.

The photographs are in black and white, but they are excellent quality, and often appear within the well bound covers. Detailed illustrations also accompany the well thought out and clearly presented text. A lot of thought went into the production of these books, and I must say that the effort payed off.

Living in another country and studying with no job, I had to save every bit of loose change I had for about 18 months to get these books, and they were worth every cent.

I recommend these three books to all who aspire to one day loose arrows from their own hand crafted weapons of antiquity.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A great series of books for traditional archers, August 27, 2006
By D. Ingram (South Florida) - See all my reviews
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For those interested in making traditional bows these books come highly recommended. The instructions are simple enough for beginners, and detailed enough that experienced bowyers can learn several new techniques, a rare quality in many "how to" books. Explained very well are the theory's or why's behind the instruction.
This volume, # 2 explains bow construction from boards, recurve bows, composite bows, bow strings from natural and manufactured materials, bending wood, steel points, and quivers. Bows from ancient Europe, and the eastern woodlands are studied and explained in detail. Chapters written on hints, shortcuts, and shooting accuracy improvement are also very valueable. The chapter on board bows was worth the price of the book by itself, as I am unable to cut bow staves from trees.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Not just bows..., November 10, 2007
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This book isn't just about making bows. It has a great section on making bow strings from primative materials or modern ones. Includes design of stings, types, features. Great to learn to make a string for that bow you just made.
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5.0 out of 5 stars In-Depth Material, Topically Organized
(This review pertains to the first three volumes as a whole. I do not own the new 4th volume ... yet. Read more
Published 2 months ago by New England Yankee

3.0 out of 5 stars bowyers bible ..my opinion
this book has a lot of repeat info from he previous verson, but there are some new info also and in my opinion re reading something even re-worded is helpful in remembering was is... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Robert C. White

5.0 out of 5 stars Beginners Luck Continues
THIS IS the book series you are looking for to get a GREAT start in making hand made archery equipment !! Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars excellent detail but incomplete
This book is written by several experts and is essentially a compilation of individual articles, each of which is outstanding in the detail of the direction given. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Richard A. Pierce

5.0 out of 5 stars The Traditional Bowyer's Bible, Volume 2
Great book this has all of the details of making a good bow and more. I am very pleased with its content and recomend all three volumes.
Published on February 5, 2007 by Josef Higley

5.0 out of 5 stars The best for archers
If someone need to know all regarding archery and bow-making has to buy all these 3 volumes. Here you can find a huge quantity of informations and suggestions regarding it... Read more
Published on January 3, 2007 by Andrea Maizzan

5.0 out of 5 stars Finest.
This volume is very explicative and not lost any details of his points. All the volumes makes a great help, and even a single powerfull source of information, to anyone who want... Read more
Published on October 25, 2006 by Fabio Rogerio Lins Souza

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