The Traditional Bowyer's Bible, Volume 2 (Paperback)

~ 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.
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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

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Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: The Lyons Press; 1st edition (March 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1585740861
• ISBN-13: 978-1585740864
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #29,032 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

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.

This review does NOT refer to the paperback edition

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 (REAL NAME)

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.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Not just bows..., November 10, 2007

By	J. E. Simon (Virginia USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.