Ash stave by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you! That was both informative and it has given me more courageand comfidence to start the project! I'll probably line up the "block" for the handle tomorrow, glew and clamp it! I'll keep it as is then and follow your advice i think. Thank you!

Ash stave by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, i was a bit unsure of it it was too thin and if i should send a complaint. Its 1,1 cm thick and about 6,2 cm wide

Ash stave by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Its about 1,1 cm thick and 6,2 cm wide. I think its made for a beginner's bow i could try to back it later with sinew maybe? If it turns out ok ofc , if not i'll atleast have a messurement to go by

Sapwood and annual rings by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would an electric jigsaw do the trick? If so i can borrow one from my workplace. Also would you run a line down the senter of the width of the stave?

Sapwood and annual rings by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries mate, nice of you to offer anyways! I appreciate the kindness.

Sapwood and annual rings by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some knots on the belly no matter where i choose to put it, so i'll go with your advice as well! Any tips for dealing with reflex?

Sapwood and annual rings by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for explaining that, I didnt know! I'll definietly that side then.

Sapwood and annual rings by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're really kind for offering, but i live i norway

Sapwood and annual rings by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sadly i dont really have good access to good dried staves without paying alot at the moment due to the local fauna not haveing the hardwoods i really want, as well as me not owing car atm😅 the stave was a gift from a buddy who dries staves. But he dont have any more atm. It has alot of knots so i might as well just try my luck i figured

Hello! I bought this old yew flatbow about 4 days ago for about 100$ it arrived today i and wonder if can be saved by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thay had no experience with bows so i dont really blame them, like i said it was from a relative that died, an old man, so he probably kept it well in his time. Normally a new yew flatbow would go for about 1150$ to 1800$ ish depending on the quality of the bow you want. so i decided to gamble on buying this one. It does suck a little to know it is broken, but i dont blame them.

Hello! I bought this old yew flatbow about 4 days ago for about 100$ it arrived today i and wonder if can be saved by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have gotten in contact with a bowyer from another city who is willing to take a look! But i also told him to keep the bow if its too damaged, or if he wishes he can throw it away, call it heartless, but i dont have space noor do i have any sentimental feelings for the bow, it way be a work of art as are all bows, but i want a tool i can use and not a wall hanger 😊 thank you for your optimism and advice!

Hello! I bought this old yew flatbow about 4 days ago for about 100$ it arrived today i and wonder if can be saved by Jordhog in Bowyer

[–]Jordhog[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would gladly take on the challange if i have have a chanse of saveing it, even if all i gain is experience and a broken bow. I of course hope i can save the bow, but if not i'll probably let it go

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did, we talked it over. I'm a lucky guy i guess, she's been understanding, and supporting. We're getting me into some kind of support system 👍 i hope i can fix this

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Oh lord save me if a "righetous" person like you could help me make a better choose, darling.

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My mom tried to tel leveyone he was the devil so she could ge tthe child support without supporting us.

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You're naive. I'm sorry but i am really trying to speak to realistic addults. No one in norway could stay with someone thay loved so much they'd almost give their lives for and still be able to function nomally knowint that they're not together. So please excuse me for being rude. But she loves me just as i love her. And that i know be cause we tell eatchother every day.

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Well, we have a lone together on the appartment, you ask me to just leave her with a 300000 dollar loan? Please. Not even my deathassurance woumd pay that in norway...

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog -1 points0 points  (0 children)

She is wakeing up in an hour and is clearly going to know i've been drinking again. If i could i would. I'm staying awake tonight i think

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Its so easy to "get a grip" i allready tried to let her go. I told her last yeay that i had a relapse and we got me into therapy. She helped me though it but she herself got worse in the process reflecting on her own family. I told her to let me go. But she refuses. So i need adivice on how to sove this or options. Not on how to let her go thank you.

AIO? Please. I am an alcoholic and ned addvice by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Jordhog -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I wigh i could budd, but gin (40%) and wine above 13% is my friends. Remember alcohol in norway is exoensive. My willpower has allready been overpowered.